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
Speakers List
Jesse Williams Actor Best Known for Grey's Anatomy, Executive Producer and Activist
A native of Chicago and graduate of Temple University, Jesse began his professional career teaching American H... Read More
Category: Activists , Actors-Actresses , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Joy-Ann Reid MSNBC Correspondent and Host of "ReidOut"
Joy-Ann Reid is a national correspondent for MSNBC, host of “AM Joy” and “The Reid Report, and the author of t... Read More
Category: Event Hosts , TV Personalities , Political Commentators
Killer Mike Rapper and Social Activist
Killer Mike is an American rapper, actor, and activist. He is the founder of Grind Time Official Records, whic... Read More
Category: Activists , Musicians , Diversity Speakers
Kimberle Crenshaw Critical Race Theory Scholar Who is a Professor at UCLA and Columbia Law School
Kimberlé Crenshaw teaches Civil Rights and other courses in critical race studies and constitutional law. Her... Read More
Category: Lawyers and Legal Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers , Diversity Speakers
Loretta Lynch Former Attorney General of the United States
Loretta Elizabeth Lynch is the current United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York. Her curren... Read More
Category: Government and Political Officials , Lawyers and Legal Speakers , Diversity Speakers
Mae Jemison Astronaut, Engineer, Physician, Keynote Speaker
Renowned for her achievements as an astronaut and keynote speaker is Mae Jemison – a trailblazing indivi... Read More
Category: Motivational Speakers , Inspirational Speakers , Women's Speakers
Martin Luther King III Human Rights Advocate and Community Activist
The first son of Martin Luther King, Jr., and Coretta Scott King, Martin Luther King, III, was born 23 October... Read More
Category: Activists , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Misty Copeland Principal Dancer, Author, Keynote Speaker
Renowned, for her talent in ballet and inspiring messages on resilience and achievement Misty Copeland is a pr... Read More
Category: Motivational Speakers , Diversity Speakers , Creativity Speakers
Quinta Brunson Viral Comedian Best Known Creating and Starring in Abbott Elementary
Quinta Brunson is a multi-talented comedian, writer, and actress best known for her work with BuzzFeed and the... Read More
Category: Comedians , Actors-Actresses , Directors, Screenwriters and Producers
Regina King Academy Award Winning Actress for If Beale Street Could Talk
Regina King is an American actress and director who has been active in the entertainment industry since the 19... Read More
Category: Actors-Actresses , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Ruby Bridges Civil Rights Icon, Education Advocate, Keynote Speaker
Ruby Bridges is a known figure, in the civil rights movement and a passionate supporter of education who frequ... Read More
Category: Activists , Top Black Keynote Speakers , Diversity Speakers
Sheryl Lee Ralph Emmy-Award Winning and Tony-Nominated Actress
Lee, Sheryl Ralph is an award-winning actress and globally known motivational and inspiring speaker who provid... Read More
Category: Actors-Actresses , Top Black Keynote Speakers
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