The top black keynote speakers have powerful voices and share inspiring narratives on center stage. We take immense pride in presenting a curated selection of African-American thought leaders, influencers, and trailblazers who have shattered barriers and left an indelible mark on society. These select names of the very best black keynote speakers provide motivational keynotes, impactful presentations, and thought-provoking talks that embrace diversity, foster inclusion, and inspire positive change.
Whether you're hosting corporate events, conferences, educational institutions, or community gatherings, our African-American speakers deliver captivating and inclusive presentations that empower audiences to shape an equitable future.
Top 10 Top Black Keynote Speakers
Kimberly Bryant Founder of Black Girls Code and Aspen Institute Fellow
Kimberly Bryant is the Founder and Executive Director of Bla... Read More
Eddie Glaude Jr. Social Justice Advocate, Author, Keynote Speaker
Renowned, for his work in social justice advocacy. As an aut... Read More
LaTosha Brown Co-Founder of the Black Voters Matter Fund
LaTosha is a fellow at Harvard's Kennedy School of Governmen... Read More
Wesley Lowery National Reporter at The Washington Post
He currently works as a national reporter covering law enfor... Read More
Ijeoma Oluo Racial Justice Advocate, Author, Keynote Speaker
Renowned for her work in justice advocacy and as a keynote s... Read More
Nikki Giovanni Poet, Activist, Keynote Speaker
Nikki Giovanni is a known poet and activist who is highly re... Read More
Yara Shahidi Actress Best Known for black-ish and grown-ish
In the multi-award-winning ABC comedy series "Black-ish," yo... Read More
Vann R. Newkirk II Politics & Policy Staff Writer for the Atlantic
Vann R. Newkirk II, an esteemed journalist for The Atlantic,... Read More
Marc Lamont Hill Social Justice Advocate, Media Personality, Keynote Speaker
Marc Lamont Hill is a champion for social justice and a well... Read More
Mark Anthony Neal African American Studies Scholar, Social Justice Advocate, K...
Mark Anthony Neal is a known scholar in African American stu... Read More
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Michael Eric Dyson Author, Professor, Keynote Speaker
Michael Eric Dyson is a known writer and educator who is highly regarded for his contributions to social justi... Read More
Category: Political Commentators , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Montel Williams Talk Show Host Best Known For "The Montel Williams Show" and Multiple Sclerosis Activist
Montel Williams earned his media celebrity status as an inspirational Emmy Award-winning television personalit... Read More
Category: Activists , Event Hosts , TV Personalities
Robin Thede Emmy Nominated Creator and Star of HBO's A Black Lady Sketch Show
Robin Thede is an American comedic actress writer sketch and improvisational comedian. Raised in Iowa she has... Read More
Category: Comedians , Directors, Screenwriters and Producers , Actors-Actresses
Ruth E. Carter Academy Award-Winning Costume Designer Best Known for Her Work on Selma and Black Panther
Ruth E. Carter is a costume designer for film and television with over 40 films to her credit. Carter has mast... Read More
Category: Creativity Speakers , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Sarah Jakes Roberts Businesswoman, Media Personality, Motivational Speaker
Sarah Jakes is a strong-willed entrepreneur, author, and media personality who effortlessly juggles her family... Read More
Category: Business Speakers , Motivational Speakers , Women's Speakers
Sherrilyn Ifill Endowed Chair in Civil Rights at Howard University and Former President and Direct-Counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund
The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund's president and director-counsel is Sherrilyn Ifill (LDF). She is... Read More
Category: Top Black Keynote Speakers , Diversity Speakers
Tatyana Ali Actress Best Known for The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Advocate for Women and Girls
Tatyana Ali, a Harvard alumna who gained international fame for her portrayal of "Ashley Banks" on the venerab... Read More
Category: Activists , Actors-Actresses , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Ukonwa Ojo Chief Marketing Officer for Prime Video and Amazon Studios
The chief marketing officer for Prime Video and Amazon Studios is Ukonwa Ojo. While serving as a senior vice p... Read More
Category: Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers , Marketing and Branding Speakers
Vernice "FlyGirl" Armour America’s First Black Female Combat Pilot, Former Marine & Cop, Author of Zero to Breakthrough
Vernice "FlyGirl" Armour is a model of passion, focus and commitment. Propelling herself from beat cop to comb... Read More
Category: Top Black Keynote Speakers , Diversity Speakers , Military Speakers
Wanda Durant Advocate for Underserved Communities and Mother of Basketball Superstar Kevin Durant
Wanda Durant, often known as Mama Durant and The Real MVP, is a strong supporter, businesswoman, and donor. He... Read More
Category: Parenting Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers , Women's Speakers
Wes Moore Governor of Maryland
Wes Moore's life serves as both an inspiration and a lesson in responsibility. Growing up in the inner city as... Read More
Category: Activists , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Yolanda King Reese Martin Luther King Jr.'s Granddaughter and Activist
Yolanda Renee King is an American activist and advocate for civil rights, known for her work in continuing the... Read More
Category: Top Black Keynote Speakers , Diversity Speakers , Activists
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