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 9 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
Eddie Glaude Jr is renowned for his work in social justice a... 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
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, a well-kn... 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
Rev. Jamal Harrison Bryant Senior Pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church
Rev. Jamal Harrison Bryant founded Empowerment Temple, the fastest-growing AME church in history. Despite star... Read More
Category: Religious Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Rhiannon Giddens Grammy Award and Pulitzer Prize-Winning Folk Singer Reclaiming African-American Musical Traditions
Rhiannon Giddens is an accomplished musician who has dedicated herself to preserving the history of the Africa... Read More
Category: Top Black Keynote Speakers , Diversity Speakers , Musicians
Richard Rothstein Distinguished Fellow of the Economic Policy Institute
Richard Rothstein is a Distinguished Fellow of the Economic Policy Institute and a Senior Fellow emeritus at t... Read More
Category: Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers , Historians
Rita Dove Pulitzer Prize Winning Author and Former Poet Laureate of the United States
Rita Dove is an American poet, essayist, and playwright. Dove is the first African American woman to be named... Read More
Category: Authors , University Speakers , Poets
Robin Roberts Broadcast Journalist, Television Anchor, and Co-Anchor of ABC's Good Morning America
Robin Roberts is a successful broadcast journalist, television anchor and keynote speaker who has inspired mil... Read More
Category: TV Personalities , Cancer Speakers , Journalists
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
Rodney Bullard Chick-fil-A VP of Corporate Social Responsibility
Rodney Bullard leads Chick-fil-A’s community engagement, philanthropic and sustainability strategy as Vice Pre... Read More
Category: Business Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Roland Martin Journalist, Political Analyst, Keynote Speaker
Roland Martin is a known journalist and political commentator who is also sought after as a keynote speaker fo... Read More
Category: Journalists , Political Commentators , 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
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
Ryan Coogler Top Hollywood Director Best Known for Black Panther
Ryan Coogler is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. His first feature film, Fruitvale Stati... Read More
Category: Directors, Screenwriters and Producers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Ryann Richardson Tech Executive, Diversity and Inclusion Leader, Miss Black America
Ryann Richardson is an American political activist, tech entrepreneur, and the 50th Anniversary Miss Black Ame... Read More
Category: Technology Speakers , Innovation Experts , Top Black Keynote Speakers
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