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What Type of Speaker are you Looking For?
College Preparation for Incoming Freshman
Lectures about Leadership, Race, Class, and Diversity
Financial Literacy/Credit Card Management for College Students
And More...
Are
you looking for a dynamic speaker to energize and motivate
your high school students? Let Great Black Speakers help you
select the right person for the job. We find speakers who
specialize in:
Motivating At Risk Youth
to Succeed
Preparing Students for the rigors of College
College Preparation Examination
And More...
In
the business environment, it is important to stay current with information.
Great Black Speakers has many thought leaders in the areas of business
development, marketing, and finance. Topics include:
The New
Agenda for Minority Business Development
Lectures
Motivation, Sales, and Diversity in the workplace
Bouncing Back
After Corporate Restructuring
And More...
"I felt like I was able to make a professional as well as a personal connection."
Working with Great Black Speakers has been a real pleasure. Working out all of the details was easy because I was able to talk to you in a more laid-back, personal way than I would have expected; I felt that I was able to make a professional as well as personal connection, which made the process actually enjoyable. Also, when there were times of confusion on my part, dealing with the contracts and payment, it was nice to have someone who was willing to explain the details numerous times and help me to understand. It was also great to work with a company that was understanding of our needs and our experience.
Our overall experience with this organization was one of the most positive ones that we could ever ask for, and it really made this complicated process of organizing an event of this magnitude less stressful. RCMBA will definitely keep Great Black Speakers in mind when planning future events." - Troy Spence, The Roberto Clemente Minority Business Association
Our overall experience with this organization was one of the most positive ones that we could ever ask for, and it really made this complicated process of organizing an event of this magnitude less stressful. RCMBA will definitely keep Great Black Speakers in mind when planning future events." - Troy Spence, The Roberto Clemente Minority Business Association
Welcome to Great Black Speakers Bureau
Welcome to Great Black Speakers! Great Black Speakers, LLC. is a one-stop shop for all of your speaking needs. If you are seeking an African-American speaker for your event, or seeking to become one, our company provides all the services and support you need to become successful.
Our speakers have been featured in the national media, including CNN, USA Today, Forbes Magazine, Fox News, BET, The Wendy Williams Experience, and many other national media outlets. We are the best in the industry when it comes to providing a personal touch that will make your event a success. For speakers, our team lends its vast expertise, contacts and manpower to help you become a polished speaker, author and public figure.
For the universities, corporations, high schools, and other organizations who are interested in the speakers we have to offer, please check out our Speaker Search page. There you will find over 200 speakers in many different price ranges and topics of interest. For those who think they will be great fits as speakers for GBS, please view the information we provided just For Potential Speakers. If just have general inquiries or you already know what speaker you're interested in, please contact us here. We love feedback on how to serve you better!
Welcome to Great Black Speakers! Great Black Speakers, LLC. is a one-stop shop for all of your speaking needs. If you are seeking an African-American speaker for your event, or seeking to become one, our company provides all the services and support you need to become successful.
Our speakers have been featured in the national media, including CNN, USA Today, Forbes Magazine, Fox News, BET, The Wendy Williams Experience, and many other national media outlets. We are the best in the industry when it comes to providing a personal touch that will make your event a success. For speakers, our team lends its vast expertise, contacts and manpower to help you become a polished speaker, author and public figure.
For the universities, corporations, high schools, and other organizations who are interested in the speakers we have to offer, please check out our Speaker Search page. There you will find over 200 speakers in many different price ranges and topics of interest. For those who think they will be great fits as speakers for GBS, please view the information we provided just For Potential Speakers. If just have general inquiries or you already know what speaker you're interested in, please contact us here. We love feedback on how to serve you better!
"We think this may have been the most exciting and best lecture ever!"
"Definitely would use Great Black Speakers again. Lawrence was very attentive, helpful at the beginning when we identified possible speakers and actively involved in the booking, scheduling and coordination aspects of obtaining Leonard Pitts, Jr. for our engagement. We think this may have been the most exciting and best lecture ever! Since it is an election year, that added to the drama: Title: Race, Politics and the Drama of Obama. THANK YOU!" - Jill Demichle, Arizona State University
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Laquita Blockson - Entrepreneurship and Urban Economic Development Scholar |
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Stephan "Coach Q" Askew - Award Winning Youth Empowerment Coach. |
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Lakeisha McKnight - Life Coach, Author, Mentor, Licensed Minister, and Motivational Speaker |
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Jonathan Bowman - Award Winning Innovative Leader and Accomplished Attorney |
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Charles Schooler - Nationally Acclaimed Author, Financial Literacy Guru, and Social Economist |
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Carl Jeffers - Television Political Commentator, Lecturer, and Political Analyst |
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Bill Thomason - Financial Literacy Expert and Best Selling Author |  |
Peniel Joseph - Black Empowerment Expert and Harvard University Professor. |  |
A.J. Johnson - Actress and Health & Wellness Guru |
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Marcus Parker -Using the Negative to Propel Himself |  |
Ryan Mack - Youth Financial Expert and Investment Advisor |  |
Sil Lai Abrams - Empowerment Specialist and Relationship Expert |
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Akil Bello - High Stakes Test Preparation Expert |  |
Don Lemon - CNN News Anchor and Award Winning Journalist |  |
Farai Chideya - Host of NPR's News and Notes |
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Kimmie Weeks - African War Survivor turned International Youth Activist |  |
Michael Cottman - Journalist, Author, and Senior Correspondent for Black America Web |
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Hajj Flemings - The Brand Man Inspires People to Live a Life of Significance |
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Donna Brazile - Political Commentator; Chair of the Voting Rights Institute |  |
Bruce George - Co-Creator of Def Poetry Jam and Founder of Bandana Republic |  |
Liza Jessie Peterson - Def Poet; Actor and Activist |
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Nicholas Pearce - Youth Speaker; Religious and Business Scholar |  |
Candace Reese - Global PR Strategist and Sales Executive; Entrepreneur and Public SpeakerPublic Speaker |  |
Marshawn Evans - Beauty Queen turned Corporate Attorney; NBC's Apprentice Contestant |
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Phillip Emeagwali - A Father of the Internet; The Bill Gates of Africa |  |
Rosey Edeh - Three-time Olympian and Entertainment Tonight Reporter |  |
Chris Darden - Lead Prosecutor in OJ Simpson Case; Writer and Lecturer |
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Frank Woodbeck - Expert in personal finance | ||||
"GBS was the first company to deliver without a return phone call."
"I called several companies and got promises for information on speakers. GBS was the first company who delivered without a return phone call. I was impressed by the level of professionalism and the willingness they offered to help us in selecting a speaker who could fit our corporate needs. Turnaround time for answers and documents was never more than 24 hours." - Vanessa Warren, Union Pacific Railroad Company.
Featured Speakers of the Month
Corey Dade The Wall Street Journal’s Corey Dade reports from the front lines of today’s
biggest news with a fresh voice on events that shape American politics and
culture.
Dr.
Elon Bomani has developed into a dynamic international transformation
leader and sought after inspirational speaker. This woman went from being a
homeless mom to having a net worth of one million dollars in 18 months. 
George
James is a Marriage and Family Therapist
at the Council for Relationship's University City Office. He specializes in
working with couples and the wounds in their relationship. Expert Articles
Motivation: Turning Setbacks into comebacks by Al Duncan
Finance: Investing for Beginners by Dr. Boyce Watkins
Commentary: Why Hip Hop Sucks by Dr. Marc Lamont Hill
Health: HPV - It's Everywhere and it Can Kill You by Dr. Renee Volny
Motivation: Turning Setbacks into comebacks by Al Duncan
Finance: Investing for Beginners by Dr. Boyce Watkins
Commentary: Why Hip Hop Sucks by Dr. Marc Lamont Hill
Health: HPV - It's Everywhere and it Can Kill You by Dr. Renee Volny
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