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 Sil Lai Abrams- Political Commentator; Chair of the Voting
Rights InstitutePrice Range: $3500 - $7500 Categories: Inspirational, Empowerment, Motivation, Women in Society, Self-Esteem Sil Lai Abrams is an empowerment specialist and is currently the resident relationship expert for Men’s Fitness magazine relationship. Her first book, No More Drama: Nine Simple Steps to Transforming a Breakdown Into a Breakthrough was released by Sepia Press Publishing in October 2007. No More Drama vividly illustrates the SEPIA process, a simple method of self-inquiry that empowers the reader to radically change their perspective one clear step at a time. Artfully blending spiritual teachings with heart-wrenching personal stories, Sil Lai openly shares her personal experience with overcoming disempowerment issues such as addiction, domestic violence, and depression to illustrate a revolutionary approach to self-help. Read... More |
Described as a VERY DYNAMIC SPEAKER, Benjamin Ola. Akande, Nigerian born American citizen is the dean of the School of Business and Technology at Webster University, a position he has held since 2000. As the chief academic officer of the 15,000 student business school, he presides over 2,300 global faculty worldwide, spanning 107 campuses . Dean Akande holds a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Oklahoma and post doctoral studies at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. Read More... |
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A businessman, politician, community leader and dedicated advocate for Durham, North Carolina, Farad Ali is committed to shaping a shared vision for the city, respecting the voices of the people and assuring accountability of government. Read More.... |
Award Winning Youth Empowerment Coach Renowned Youth Empowerment Coach, Stephán "Coach Q" Askew is a Motivational Speaker, Author, Trainer, Consultant, Athletic Coach, Behavior Modification Coach and Community Activist who work’s extensively with metropolitan youth-based organizations, school systems, athletic programs as well as men’s groups. He believes that, “Prayer, Planning, Faith and Common Sense" are the four major aspects to living a productive and positive life.” Stepha'n instills values in youth that include being true to themselves and to persevere in all positive aspects of their lives. He has single-handedly touched and mentored over one thousand children for more than a decade in the southeastern region of the United States. Coach Q founded the Q Foundation, Inc. in 2002. It is through his foundation that Coach Q has expanded his athletic programs, summer camps and academic opportunities for children and young adults. Read More... |
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Harry Belafonte has been called “the consummate entertainer”- an artist in every field in which, he has |
Warren Ballentine has galvanized millions of people to not just complain, but to take action to solve problems. Ballentine’s series, The Warren Ballentine Show, is syndicated in 20 markets, and is one of the highest-rated urban talk shows in the nation. The show has been making headlines and pushing the envelope since Ballentine hit the airwaves.
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Akil Bello- Test Preparation Expert
Akil Bello is co-founder and Vice President of Educational Development of Bell Curves. He was raised in New York and St. Thomas USVI as one of four children. He acquired a thirst for knowledge and love of education from his parents, both of whom are educators, which lead him to a career in test preparation. pursued spent that last two decades helping other achieve their educational goals. Read More... |
Fee: $2000 - $7500
Dr. Laquita C. Blockson, also known as the “Business Renaissance Guru,” is a business/organizational ethics expert as well as an entrepreneurship and urban economic development scholar. She has extensive experience providing lectures for, facilitating workshops for, and providing guidance to small businesses, community development corporations, executive education programs, affiliates of national nonprofit organizations, and aspiring minority and women business owners.
As the Business Renaissance Guru, Dr. Blockson’s specialty is to encourage and guide organizations as they transform themselves during periods of growth or turbulence.
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Abraham Bolden- Author
ABRAHAM BOLDEN is the author of The Echo from Dealey Plaza: The true story of the first African American on the White House Secret Service detail and his quest for justice after the assassination of JFK. |
Fee: $3,500 - $5,500 Jonathan M. Bowman’s speeches and presentations are the result of heart-felt experience, critical thought and an unbridled passion to succeed and to help others achieve their full potential.
Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Mr. Bowman is the last of four children, whose lives were enveloped in poverty and homelessness. By the time he was 17 years old, he and his family had lived in two homeless shelters, a church, a small fourth floor attic, roach-infested public housing projects and a hotel, among many other places.
As a result, Mr. Bowman and his siblings endured an unstable childhood education that was replete with attending multiple schools during a single school year; sometimes being called upon to leave a school district on a day’s notice as a result of an impending eviction-driven move. Read More... |
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Brazile - Political Commentator; Chair of the Voting
Rights InstitutePrice Range: Call For Quote Categories: Women in Society, Politics and Gov't, Education Donna Brazile is one of the best known, most influential African American women in modern American political life. She is Chair of the Democratic National Committee’s Voting Rights Institute (VRI), an organization established in 2001 to help protect and promote the rights of all Americans to participate in the political process. Brazile is the author of Cooking with Grease: Stirring the Pots in American Politics, a memoir about her life in the political arena, and co-author of What We Do Now, published by Melville House in 2004.Read More... |
Ruth W. Brinkley is President and Chief Executive Officer of Carondelet Health Network in Tucson, Arizona and West Ministry Market Leader for Ascension Health. She provides strategic and operation leadership for Carondelet while promoting alignment among Health Ministries within the Western Region and the System Office on issues related to Mission and Vision. Ms. Brinkley shares accountability for strategic positioning and operation performance for St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Lewiston, Idaho, and Lourdes Health Network, Pasco, Washington. Read More... |
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Kimberly Brown is a certified personal trainer and the co-owner of Keep It Moving Fitness, LLC. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science-Kinesiology and a Master's Degree in Education from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Ms. Brown has a passion for fitness and knows the powerful impact fitness has on the human body. She focuses on total body conditioning with a primary emphasis on the well-being of both the inner and outer body. Ms. Brown was previously a Division 1 athlete in women's track & field, women's cross-country, and a former semi-pro figure skater. Read More...
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S. Tia Brown- Editor, Writer, TV Correspondent
S. Tia Brown has spent more than a decade following her passion of journalism. As an editor, writer, and TV correspondent, you may recognize her face from CNN, E! or MSNBC. Brown's done everything from interviewing Alicia Keys and commenting on the daily dalliances of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt to writing about personal finance and self-help. She's worked at an array of pop culture magazines, including Entertainment Weekly, Teen People and In Touch Weekly. In addition, Brown's a trained life coach and authored the book titled Do Better, Be Better, a weekly advice column where we she tackles issues with her signature candor and practical tips. Read More |
Intense determination to implement God’s purpose for her life would describe the character of Pastor Suzette Caldwell. She has committed her life to achieving excellence through biblical living. She strongly believes that any person who is willing to “walk by faith” and trust God will achieve their dreams and desires. |
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CampbellPrice Range: call for quote Categories: Branding, Inspirational, Motivation, Health & Nutrition, Success Kimberly Campbell is an entrepreneur, strategy consultant and speaker/facilitator. She is the founder of New Venture Consulting Group (NVCG), a business strategy consulting firm that assists minority entrepreneurs in securing the finances required to grow viable business ventures. Kimberly holds an MBA from the Darden Business School at the University of Virginia. Read More...
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Author, Youth Motivator, Former Drug Dealer and Gang Leader of New York Bloods Old Testament: Victor "Gotti" Cherry is the voice of urban America. His vision and goals define a true Harlem Diplomat. He’s a multi-talented poet, community activist, and Gang leader. Victor was born and raised in Central Harlem in what he calls the “Black Mecca”. Victor has seen violence on all levels from domestic drug dealing to the 90’s birth of East Coast Gang-Banging. However, he transformed his pain into motivational speaking and passionate visionary poetry that uplifts people of all generations and color. In 1991, Victor became a member of Harlem Children’s Zone. He’s very passionate about creating opportunity for youth and positive changes in his community so only after a few months of his participation he became the poster boy for Harlem Children’s Zone Beacon program. Read More... |
Business Owner / Nuclear Engineer / Community Servant
Fee: $1,500 - $3,000
Topics: Motivation, Success, Business, Education, Youth/Children Industry specialties: Politics Travels from: IL
Deon Clark is a powerful, charismatic and engaging motivational speaker who helps today’s youth to unlock their potential and set their course for success.
Prior to establishing himself as a professional speaker, Deon spent over 8 years in the United States Navy as a Nuclear Plant Operator and as a Nuclear Power Operations Instructor. It was during this time that Deon truly began to understand that you can do anything you put your mind to, regardless of where you come from.
At the young age of 29, Deon, is a college graduate, has successfully started 2 businesses, obtained a Senior Nuclear Reactor Operator Instructor certification, and is one of the very few African American’s qualified to teach Nuclear Power Operations. |
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Coleman Morris - Financial Literacy ExpertPrice Range: Call For Quote Categories: Personal Finance, Media, Journalism Emmy award winning journalist, Valerie Coleman Morris is a former Business Anchor for CNN domestic and CNN international. In her latter years at CNN Morris reported primarily on Personal Finance issues with a daily segment called ‘Smart Assets’. In 2007, Morris decided to follow her passion and focus exclusively on financial literacy as an aspect of business and social economics. Her core interest is financial literacy for women and people of color, two of the most disenfranchised segments of the population concerning money issues. Read More... |
Charles Connor is the original pioneering drummer for Little Richard and The Upsetters, and the man whom "The Godfather Of Soul" James Brown said, "Was the first to put the funk into the rhythm." As one of history's few successful left-handed drummers, the New-Orleans-born Connor created the "Choo-Choo Train" drumming style, which consists of eighth notes. It's been used by nearly all successful rock 'n' roll drummers, whether they know it or not. Connor has even been featured playing drums in a Nike-sponsored video for Soccer Nike SPARK Training. Read More... |
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 Rasheed-Ail Cromwell, ESQ., Founder. Fee: call for quote Topics: Black History, Attitude, Civil Rights, Diversity, Careers Travels from: DC Attorney Rasheed-Ali Cromwell has been involved extensively in leadership throughout his academic and professional career. Mr. Cromwell graduated from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University with a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, and was honored with the University's "Excellence in Leadership Award" for his progressive efforts and extensive work in Student Government. He had the distinct honor to serve as Student Government President and Vice-Basileus of the Mu Psi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Mr. Cromwell continued his leadership efforts in law school serving as class president, associate editor of the law review, and was honored, by his peers, as Thurgood Marshall 3L Student of the Year for his scholastic and leadership contributions to the University. He later graduated, with honors, with a Juris Doctorate from Texas Southern University. After graduation, Mr. Cromwell served as a federal law clerk in U.S. Federal District Court in the Southern District of Texas (Houston Division) and worked as an associate at a prominent intellectual property law firm in Washington, D.C. He later founded and is currently CEO of The Harbor Institute, a company based out of Washington D.C that empowers minority students to excel. Read More... |
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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.
Through his insightful coverage of national politics, Fortune 500 companies, celebrities and social issues, Dade has been a frequent commentator on CNN, Fox News, Headline News, CNBC and National Public Radio. Read More...
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1956, he came to existence in Baltimore, Maryland. Reared in numerous foster homes that left him torn, delusional, destruct, and ravaged with pain, he went on to find himself on the short end of a good education that would eventually leave him believing that it would be favorable to bring a end to his meaningless life.
1968 saw Little Donald being rescued by his biological father. As a result of this rescue and moved to The South Bronx, N.Y., Donald’s ambitions took a detour towards the road of juvenile delinquent. Rambling through the dimness of Hell’s Kitchen begat a run in with a fatal knife wound, law enforcement and ultimately having to experience the cinder blocks of incarceration for three years. Read More... |
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Price Range: $4000 - $7000 Categories: Motivation, Empowerment, Attitude, College Preparation
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$2,500 - $4,500 George Duvall is a motivational speaker, consultant and comedian who share his positive message of success with colleges and organizations across America.
George spent 15 years of his life in foster care and in youth facilities. Now he speaks to audiences about the importance of fun, family, unity and higher education.
George has presented at over 150 events over the past 10 years. His first speaking engagement was for the Kentucky State Foster Parent dinner in 1995. Since his first speech, Mr. Duvall has become one of the nation’s most entertaining and inspirational motivational speakers on youth issues. Read More... |
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Shawn Edwards is an award winning film critic for Fox –TV (WDAF) in Kansas City, Missouri and the country's leading film critic. Known for his sharp insight and considerable knowledge of the business side of the movie industry, Edwards has quickly made a name for himself as a respected and trusted film critic. He has been quoted on more than 250 movies-including I am Legend, Hitch, and Vantage Point-since he began reviewing movies for FOX in 2000. Read More... |
Idris Akuna Elba is a British television, theater, and film actor who has starred in both British and American productions. Idris Elba grew up in Hackney, East London. One of his first acting roles was in a British soap opera, Family Affairs. He has worked in a variety of TV roles including Ultraviolet and The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. He is best known as Russell "Stringer" Bell, the drug dealer who aspired to become a high powered businessman, in HBO's The Wire. Elba is also a DJ under the moniker DJ Big Driis / Big Driis the Londoner, and a hip-hop soul recording artist. Read More...
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Fee: $2,000 - $3,500 Topics: Black History, Psychology, Diversity, Image/Self-Esteem, Military, Alcoholism/Drug Abuse Industry specialties: Military, Education Cyrus Marcellus Ellis earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree in
Counselor Education from The Curry School of Education at The University of
Virginia. While at the University of Virginia, Dr. Ellis was awarded the
William Van Hoose Memorial Award from The Curry School of Education
Foundation in April of 1999. Dr. Ellis earned a Masters degree in Counseling Services and a Bachelors degree in Psychology from Rider University in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. While at Rider, Dr. Ellis was awarded the Lincoln Scott Walter Award in Counseling in 1996 and earned a commission as a second lieutenant in the United States Army Reserve in 1992.
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 Marshawn
Evans - Beauty Queen turned Corporate Attorney; NBC's Apprentice
ContestantPrice Range: $5000 - $10000 Categories: Women in Society, Attitude, Law, Motivation, Education As one of the nation’s leading experts on the
art of maximizing human potential, Entertainment Attorney
MARSHAWN EVANS is Founder of MEU Consulting, a
corporate life-enrichment consulting firm focusing on peak performance,
diversity, workforce readiness, and dynamic leadership strategies.
MEU consults with Fortune 500 Companies and
human resource departments on leading peak performance strategies, while
offering unique insight from her experiences working with professional
athletes, practicing as an employment lawyer, and as a
national competitor.
As a pioneering woman in
the world of professional sports, she is President of EDGE 3M Sports &
Entertainment (www.edge3m.com) ‑ a brand management firm responsible for
elevating the profile of elite entertainers and athletes in the NBA and NFL,
helping make her clients peak performers on and off the field.
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Inspiring people to live a life of significance
Fee: $2,000 - $3,000
Hajj E. Flemings, ‘The Brand Man’ is a dynamic, energetic speaker, author, and transformational trainer who connects with his audience to challenge people to reach their hidden potential. His mission is to be a voice that inspires, drives, and compels others to greatness, enabling people, businesses, and brands to create their signature. Read More...
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George C. Fraser is Chairman and CEO of FraserNet, Inc. A company he
founded some 20 years ago with the vision to lead a global networking
movement that brings together diverse human resources to increase
opportunities for people of African descent. He is considered by many to be
a new voice for African Americans and one of the foremost authorities on
economic development, networking and building effective relationships. While George’s accomplishments are significant, his beginnings were very
humble. He was born in Brooklyn, NY into a family of 11 children (8 boys and
3 girls). When George’s mom become mentally ill, George’s dad, a cab driver,
couldn’t care for 11 children so George was orphaned at 4 and spent 14 years
in foster homes. Growing up on the streets of New York he had little hope
and no expectations.
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Co-Creator of Def Poetry Jam Fee: $3,000 - $6,000 Topics: Black History, Arts/Culture/Music, Diversity, Youth/Children Bruce is a visionary, executive producer, writer, poet and activist. He was born and raised in New York City. He has written poetry/prose & articles for over 37 years. His work has been published in major magazines, anthologies, and literary publications. He has written testimonials from the likes of Essence Magazine, Emerge Magazine, Class Magazine, Harlem River Press etc… Bruce has won multiple poetry & talent contests. He has won several awards such as a “Peabody Award” for “Russell Simmons Presents, Def Poetry (HBO)”, a “Miky Award” for “Russell Simmons Presents, Def Poetry Jam (HBO)”, an “Upscale Showcase Award”, a “Trail Blazer Award” etc… for his outstanding vision, production, writing and performance. Read More... |
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Nikki Giovanni - Poet
Nikki Giovanni is a world-renowned poet, writer, commentator, activist, and educator. Over the past thirty years, her outspokenness, in her writing and in lectures, has brought the eyes of the world upon her. One of the most widely-read American poets, she prides herself on being "a Black American, a daughter, a mother, a professor of English." Giovanni remains as determined and committed as ever to the fight for civil rights and equality. Always insisting on presenting the truth as she sees it, she has maintained a prominent place as a strong voice of the Black community. Her focus is on the individual, specifically, on the power one has to make a difference in oneself, and thus, in the lives of others. Read More... |
History is replete with people whose actions radically changed the world. Some are household names and others are ordinary people from obscure corners around the world. Yet, they all have one thing in common: They pushed beyond the frontier of their limits and went an extra mile to achieve stunning results. Rene Godefroy is one of those rare individuals…
A recognized authority on performance and change management, Rene has inspired thousands to stretch, push beyond their limits, and go an extra mile. His story of grit, perseverance, courage, and growth through change—one that shatters the ceiling of doubt and fear (of change)—touches the soul and rekindles the spirit. Read More... |
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Hard-hitting and inspiring. Exacting and intelligent. Honest and direct. These are the classic characteristics that describe the journalistic style and approach of Emmy Award-winning newsman Ed Gordon. Gordon's knack for landing exclusives and encouraging even the most reclusive newsmakers to share their private thoughts was most recently demonstrated on May 8, 2002, when Gordon conducted the first national interview of singer-songwriter R. Kelly, under fire for alleged sexual misconduct with a minor. The special two-part interview earned an impressive 1.7 rating and attracted a record 1.2 million viewers. Read More... |
Prior to his retirement in December 2006, Otis “Magic” Grant became the W.B.C International and Canadian Super Middleweight Champion. He is also the former WBO Middleweight Champion of the World, a two-time NABF Middleweight Champion, the 1991 Continental of America’s Super Middleweight Champion, Canadian Middleweight Champion, as well as a past member of the Canadian National Boxing Team, and a silver medalist at the 1987 Pan-American Games. |
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Farrah Gray - Celebrity Entrepreneur and ReallionarePrice Range: $8000 - $11000 Topics: Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Motivation Dr. Farrah Gray was named as one of the most influential Black men in America by the National Urban League's Urban Influence Magazine. At 21 years old, he was recognized by Ebony Magazine as an entrepreneurial icon, business mogul and best-selling author. Raised in the improvised South side of Chicago, Dr. Gray defied the odds and became a self-made millionaire by the age of 14. At the age of 21, he became Dr. Farrah Gray, receiving an Honorary Doctorate degree of Humane Letters from Allen University. Read More... Links: Video Reel of Dr. Farrah Gray |
Dick Gregory is a brilliant comedian, leading civil and human rights activist, well-received author of 15 books, recording artist with seven records, television and film personality, leading nutritionist, veteran, of over 100 fasts, and man totally committed to non-violent social change. Behind this man are his wife, Lillian, and their ten children. Michele, Lynne, Pamela, Paula, Zenobia (Stephanie), Gregory, Miss, Christian, Ayanna, and Yohance. For the past 42 years, the Dick Gregory family has made sacrifice after sacrifice for the Civil Rights Movement. Read More |
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After graduating from Emory University School of Law and completing a coveted clerkship in the U.S. Federal Courts, Glenda Hatchett accepted a position at Delta Air Lines, as the company’s highest-ranking African-American woman. She served in dual roles as a senior attorney for Delta, litigating cases in federal courts throughout the country, and Manager of Public Relations, supervising global crisis management, and media relations for all of Europe, Asia and the United States. In fact, her outstanding contributions were recognized by Ebony Magazine, which named Glenda Hatchett one of the “100 Best and Brightest Women in Corporate America.” |
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Marc Lamont Hill - Professor, Author,
Political AnalystPrice Range: $3500 - $7000 Topics: Politics, Hip Hop Culture, Sexuality, Education, and Religion Dr. Marc Lamont Hill is one of the youngest members of the growing body of “Hip-Hop Intellectuals” in the country. Dr. Hill has lectured widely and provides regular commentary for numerous radio, television and print media outlets such as The Baltimore Sun, Philadelphia Inquirer, Essence Magazine, Radio America, CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News. In 2005, Ebony Magazine named him one of America's top 30 Black leaders under 30 years old. Dr. Hill is a professor at Temple University and his research focuses on the intersections between youth, popular culture, and pedagogy. Video Footage of Dr. Hill: Dr. Marc Lamont Hill Debates Heroism on Fox News. Dr. Marc Lamont Hill and Bill O'Reilly Discuss California Fires. Dr. Marc Lamont Hill's Opinions on Cities Suing Gang Members. |
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Jamison Horton was born 26 years ago in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to a young, single mom and adopted at the age of six months old. He and his four siblings had a very religious upbringing, his father a pastor, and his mother both firm and loving. Brought up in church his entire life he was taught to play the drums at the age of five for his father’s church and later the piano at the age of eleven. His parents divorced when Jamison was fifteen years old. This pivotal event sparked and encouraged a determination in Jamison to want the best from life, and the leadership skills to attain more were birthed inside of him. His involvement within his youth ministry grew and at the age of sixteen he stood before his youth congregation and preached his first message. This in turn would be the first of many more inspiring and engaging messages that would be delivered by Jamison over the next 9 years of his life to audiences both young and old. His natural gift and talent is to reach out and connect with young audiences. Read More... |
Dr Elaina George is Board certified Otolaryngologist who started Peachtree ENT Center with a mission to practice state of the art medicine that is available to everyone. She graduated from Princeton University with a degree in Biology. She received her Masters degree in Medical Microbiology at Long Island University, and received her medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York. Dr George completed her residency at Manhattan, Eye Ear & Throat Hospital. Her training included general surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital, pediatric ENT at The NY-Presbyterian Hospital, and head and neck oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. She has published in several scientific journals and presented her research at national meetings.
Known as "The Patient's Advocate," Dr. George has dedicated her career to the practice of excellent medicine that is built on a strong doctor patient relationship that empowers the patient through education. Her philosophy of the importance of treating the problem and not the symptom has led her to incorporate an integrative approach that emphasizes wellness and prevention as the first line of treatment. Read More...
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Kwame Jackson is polished, confident and credentialed with prestigious Wall Street experience and business lessons he learned from Donald Trump in front of 22 million people each week, on the hit show “The Apprentice.” |
George James, Jr., MFT is a Marriage and Family Therapist at Council For Relationship's University City office. Mr. James attended Villanova University as a Presidential Scholar, and majored in Psychology and concentrated in Africana Studies. He received his Masters of Family Therapy degree from Drexel University.
Mr. James serves as a Health Education Specialist and facilitator for the Men’s Stop Smoking Program at Drexel University. Prior to coming to Drexel University, Mr. James worked extensively with Men in clinical settings. Mr. James is president and CEO of George Talks, LLC, a communication and consulting company. He is also the founder and director for the past six years of a Men’s group that focuses on helping men improve their emotional, psychological, physical and spiritual well being. In addition to his clinical practice at Council for Relationships he also works at Breath of Life Christian Counseling. Read More... |
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In January 2009, Mr. James was assigned Senior Vice President of TMMI and assumed responsibility for the overall plant manufacturing and quality areas. TMMI's $2.6 billion operation directly employs more than 4,300 team members.
Mr. James came to the Indiana plant from Long Beach., Calif., where he was President of TABC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. He joined TABC in January 2006 as Senior Vice President of Operations and was promoted to President in January 2007. Read More...
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Festac, Lagos, 1993: an “old soul” child of 10 years old, fresh from across the Atlantic is running around with his aunty's children and the neighbor children, and while you would think that a short visit wouldn’t change much, she notes that they are a little more unruly, perhaps a little more introspective, a little different since he came, and she dubs them 'Ayinsko' - Yoruba slang for 'Ayinde and his people/crew/squad/team.' Seems Ayinde raises enough ruckus or points to the true path enough that there is a word for what is born when the people listen. For this Ayinde it came to mean all those he carried with him – in him, fam, crew, and of course that nebulous and contested construct ‘the people,’ and he held on to it – he held on to them. Read More... |
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Jeffers - Television Commentator, Lecturer, and Political AnalystPrice Range: $5000 - $10000 Topics: Politics, Social Commentary, Media, Tour of America, Motivation Carl Jeffers is an editorial contributor to The Seattle Times, and is a nationally renowned Television political commentator, radio talk show host, lecturer, political analyst and featured speaker and consultant. In addition to his ongoing activity as an editorial contributor to The Seattle Times, Jeffers has recently also been named as a columnist-contributor to the HuffingtonPost website, a site that has rapidly become one of the premier progressive philosophy sites on the internet.
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Terrence J is a young man with a master plan. From apprenticing with NASCAR® to working on radio and throwing some of the best social gatherings around, Terrence J has been preparing himself for superstardom and making sure that his life is the American Dream, blasted out of the box. Now, he’s using his hosting spot on BET®’s 106 and Park, the hottest music program in the world (airing in the US, Japan and the UK), to take his plan to the next level. Since taking over as host almost 4 years ago, Terrence J has watched his plan get bigger and he’s been able to do things that most people can only dream of doing. He’s interviewed such megastars as Madonna, Will Smith, Harrison Ford, Jamie Foxx, Beyonce and Jay-Z. He’s hosting, along with co-host Rocsi, 106 and Park Weekend Countdown, a syndicated radio program that is broadcast across the country and throughout the Caribbean. He’s executive producing—through his own production company—Crank That Vote, a TV show inspired by mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs’ challenge to Terrence to register 100,000 voters in time for the 2008 Presidential election. He’s also expanding his presence online, with ventures that will take advantage of the importance of cyberspace to young people. Terrence J is doing it and building a career that inspires young people around the world. Read More... |
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Jeff Johnson Price Range: $8000 - $10000
Topics: BECOME Activists - Building Effective Campus Organizations and Maintaining Excellence Unclaimed Legacy: Who Will Lead Our Next Social Movement
Jeff Johnson is a political motivator and social commentator speaking to baby boomers, the Hip-Hop generation and to Generation Y – the leaders of today and yesterday. He has a long history for rallying the troops stemming from his days at the University of Toledo when he became the first person of color to be the President of Student Government. Upon graduation he headed to Washington, DC and was the National Director for the NAACP’s Youth and College Division, and then was later tapped by Russell Simmons to be the Vice President for the Hip-Hop Summit Action Network. Read More...
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Farrah Gray - Sandra Johnson - Celebrity Entrepreneur and ReallionarePrice Range: $8000 - $11000 Topics: Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Motivation Dr. Farrah Gray was named as one of the most influential Black men in America by the National Urban League's Urban Influence Magazine. At 21 years old, he was recognized by Ebony Magazine as an entrepreneurial icon, business mogul and best-selling author. Raised in the improvised South side of Chicago, Dr. Gray defied the odds and became a self-made millionaire by the age of 14. At the age of 21, he became Dr. Farrah Gray, receiving an Honorary Doctorate degree of Humane Letters from Allen University. Read More... Links: Video Reel of Dr. Farrah Gray |
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Fee: call for quote Actress, AJ Johnson, at the age of 17 lost her mother to cancer. Several years later A.J.’s dad told her from his death bed, “you’re not able to save me, but take all of who you are and what you know and go save the world”. He may not have known that his words would lead her to redefine her life’s purpose and dedicate a good part of her life to doing just that. When she is not sharing the screen with Julia Roberts, Ving Rhames or Sylvester Stallone, A.J.’ s so committed to her own healthy lifestyle and guiding others to and through theirs, that it’s brought her to being one of the most sought-after national and international lifestyle coaches and wellness advocates around. Read More... |
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Jones - Senior Vice President; ESPN and Founding Editor of ESPN The
MagazinePrice Range: $4000 - $8000 Topics: Journalism, Entertainment, Sports and Society, and Media ESPN The Magazine welcomed Roxanne Jones to the staff in December 1997 as the senior editor of its professional football and boxing coverage. She was one of a small team journalists who helped to successfully launch ESPN The Magazine in March of 1998.
In October 1999, she was promoted to deputy editor and in March 2000 she moved on from football and boxing to oversee The Magazine's ever-expanding lifestyle coverage, including "The Life" department and special expanded sections. Other areas under Jones include the popular "Total Access" and "Outtakes" departments. In addition to her role at The Magazine, Jones is executive editorial producer of ESPN television The Life and oversees editorial content for show. Part of the ESPN Original Entertainment unit, the weekly series debuted in January 2001 and examines the ways in which sports meets popular culture. The Life takes viewers beyond the game and into the lives of today's top athletes, to see and hear about the relationships, families, hobbies, fashions, music and realities that comprise the modern sports star's Life. Read More... |
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Lee Jones, Ph.D - Educator! Author! Scholar! Motivator! TV Talk Show Host! Change Agent!
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$3,500 - $5,000 Dr. Lee Jones currently serves President and Executive Editor of InSpire Magazine and Executive Director of the InSpire ILEAD Institute. Most recently, he served as the Dean of The School of Graduate Studies and Professor of Educational Foundations at The University of Wisconsin at Whitewater He served as a member of the Provost Administrative Team and manages a 3.2 million dollar operating budget. Dr. Jones was responsible for providing leadership for many departments within the Provost Office including, The School of Graduate School, The offices of Continuing Education, Faculty Development, Distance Education, Sponsored Research and Programs, Information and Technology; Summer Sessions, Credit Outreach, World Affairs, etc. In addition to all his academic and administrative responsibilities, Dr. Jones finds the time to produce and host Your Voice T.V. Talk Show and has recently taped his 250th show, which aired throughout the state of Florida. He is launching his new T.V. show, B-InSpired. |
Delores M. Jones is a National Public Radio award-winning host, published columnist, motivator, social worker and adjunct professor. She writes and speaks from the depths of her soul about facing life traumas and tragedies, yet making it to the top.
She lived in an abandoned home, bathed in the basement bathroom of a community college, studied by candlelight and emerged as an award-winning radio host and journalist. Affectionately known, as ‘Ms. Delores,’ her presence, style, stories and strategies are unforgettable and life-changing. When Delores Jones speaks, you will without a doubt understand why, “Giving Up is Not an Option.” Read More...
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Raised by his maternal grandmother in the hard-scrabble housing projects of Atlanta, Georgia, Ricky L. Jones not only became the first member of his immediate family to graduate high school, but by age 29 he had also earned a Ph.D. Currently, Jones is associate professor, past chair, and Director of the Center for the Study of Crime and Justice in the Black Community in the Department of Pan-African Studies at the University of Louisville. He is an honors graduate in Political Science from Morehouse College (Martin Luther King, Jr.’s alma mater). He was only the second African American to receive a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Kentucky where he specialized in Political Philosophy and Comparative Politics. Read More... |
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Joseph - Black Empowerment Expert and Harvard University
Professor.Price Range: Call For Quote Topics: Politics, Black History, Motivation, Education Peniel E. Joseph is one of the nation’s leading scholars of African American history. Although Joseph’s formal expertise includes the Black Radical Tradition, Pan-Africanism, Black Social Movements, and African American feminism, he is currently embarking on a re-evaluation of the Black Power Movement. Professor Joseph is associate professor of African and Afro-American Studies and affiliate faculty in history at Brandeis University. Joseph is the founder of a growing subfield of historical and Africana Studies scholarship that he has named “Black Power Studies.” This new scholarship, which connects grassroots activism to national struggles for black self-determination and international African independence movements, is actively rewriting postwar African American history. |
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Khalfani - "The Money Coach"; Personal Finance ExpertPrice Range: Call for Quote Topics: Personal Finance, Media, and Entrepreneurship Lynnette Khalfani, The Money Coach, is a personal finance expert and the author of "The Money Coach's Guide to Your First Million." As an award winning journalist, Lynnette worked nearly a decade as a Dow Jones newswire reporter and a Wall Street Journal reporter for CNBC. Read more... Links: Investing Success Video by Lynnette Khalfani |
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Fee: call for quote As a writer-director, actor, producer, author and educator, Spike Lee has
revolutionized the role of black talent in cinema. Widely regarded as one of
today’s premier American filmmakers, Lee is a forerunner in the do it
yourself school of independent film. His most recent work, When The Levees
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Lemon - CNN News Anchor and Award Winning
JournalistPrice Range: Call For Quote Categories: Politics and Gov't, Communication, Inspirational, Motivation Don Lemon anchors the afternoon edition of CNN Newsroom with Kyra Phillips each weekday. Based in the network’s world headquarters in Atlanta, Lemon joined CNN in September 2006.
Lemon joined CNN after serving as a co-anchor for the 5 p.m. newscast for NBC5 News in Chicago. He joined the station in August 2003 as an anchor and reporter after working in New York as a correspondent for NBC News, The Today Show and NBC Nightly News. In addition to his reporting in New York, Lemon worked as an anchor on Weekend Today and on MSNBC. While at NBC, Lemon covered the explosion of Space Shuttle Columbia, SARS in Canada and numerous other stories of national and global importance. Read More... |
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Wilmer J. Leon III, Ph.D. is a Political Scientist whose primary areas of expertise are Black Politics, American Government, and Public Policy. He is a Teaching Associate in the Political Science Department at Howard University in Washington, D.C., nationally broadcast radio talk show host, columnist, commentator, political consultant, lecturer, and much sought after motivational speaker. Read More... |
Categories: Education, Youth/Children, Consulting, Peak Performance, Motivation
RUTH B. LOVE is an educator’s educator; having worked at all levels of education: local, state and federal. Dr. Love began her career as a teacher and has held positions of counselor, consultant, and administrator. At the CA State Department of Education, she became the youngest Bureau Chief in the department’s history. There, she organized and led a group of professionals in providing services and technical assistance to the 1100 school district in California. Under her leadership, the bureau’s staff developed program guidelines, implementation procedures and ways to improve basic skills for underachieving students. Dr. Love also championed the involvement of parents and community in the education of their children. Read More... |
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 James
Lowry - Senior Vice President; Boston Consulting
GroupPrice Range: $15000 - $20000 Topics: Minority Business Development; Entrepreneurship, Media Visionary management consultant and entrepreneur James H. Lowry was born to Links: Jim Lowry and BCG Report: Realizing the New Agenda For Minority Businesses |
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Investment Advisor - CEO/College Financial Literacy Travels From: Michigan
Ryan Mack graduated from the University of Michigan Business School (ranked number one in the country) with a concentration in Finance. His career in equity markets began in Detroit, Michigan as a stock trader and later as a trader for the largest NASDAQ trading firm in the nation, Knight Securities. Having a passion for teaching he established his own financial awareness group in 2003 where he began to publish regular newsletters about various financial related issues that were of interest to people from all income levels.
Having had the opportunity to continue his career with several of the nation’s largest and most prestigious financial planning firms, Mr. Mack believed there was an industry void relative to providing advice and services to a broader spectrum of individuals. Read More... |
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A sought-after speaker, career and business coach, Coach Dee Marshall is the founder of Raise The Bar, LLC a coaching, training and development practice dedicated to helping women achieve their life goals. |
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Martin - CNN AnalystPrice Range: $10,000 - $12,000 Categories: Media, Black History, Civil Rights, Communication, Motivation Roland S. Martin is a nationally award-winning and multifaceted journalist. A nationally syndicated columnist with Creators Syndicate and the author of Listening to the Spirit Within: 50 Perspectives on Faith, and Speak, Brother! A Black Man’s View of America. He also serves as executive editor of the Chicago Defender, the nation’s largest Black daily newspaper. Mr. Martin is a commentator for TV One Cable Network also host of “The Roland S. Martin Show” on WVON-AM/1690 in Chicago. He can be heard daily from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. A provocative and insightful analyst, Mr. Martin has appeared numerous times on CNN, MSNBC, FOX News, Court TV, BET Nightly News, BBC News, National Public Radio, The Word Network and America’s Black Forum. Mr. Martin provides news reports for American Urban Radio Networks. Read More... |
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Wilbert “Skeeter” McClure is the only boxing gold medalist in the history of the Olympics to earn a PhD! Wilbert won the Gold medal in the 1960 Olympic Games as a light-middle weight boxer. One of his teammates during that time was Cassius Clay now know as Muhammad Ali. |
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McGlowan - Conservative Political Commentator and Political
Strategist Price Range: $6000 - $12000 Topics: Politics, Motivation, Media, Communication, Presentation Skills Angela McGlowan is the founder and CEO of Political Strategies & Insights (PSI), a government affairs, political strategy, public relations, and advocacy consulting firm based in Washington, DC. With a wealth of federal legislative, press-related, and corporate experience, Angela McGlowan offers a fresh and unique perspective on the Washington political landscape. From 1999 to 2005, Ms. McGlowan served as Director of Government Affairs and Diversity Development for Chairman Rupert Murdoch's News Corporation, and as such was responsible for the development and implementation of aggressive diversity initiatives within the Fox Entertainment Group and its owned and operated interests. Read More... |
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McKnight - Life Coach, Mentor, Author, Licensed Minister, and
Motivational SpeakersPrice Range: Call for Quote Topics: Motivation, Inspiration, Youth/Children, Leadership Lakeisha is a 26 yr old life coach, mentor, author, licensed minister, motivational speaker and social worker by profession. Lakeisha knew she was a natural born leader since the age of five when she first had a microphone in her hand. At an early age, Lakeisha knew she was set apart from others.
Residing in Virginia with her husband Keith, Lakeisha has received training from Norfolk State University and Spencer’s Institute for social work and life coaching. She graduated from Penn State University receiving a B.A. in both Psychology and Political Science. Lakeisha WILL receive a doctorate in strategic leadership at Regent University by year 2011. |
Today Robert manages two careers, one as a Professional Speaker and the other as a highly talented executive working for a Baltimore-Washington regional leader in Healthcare. As a talented motivational professional speaker, Robert utilizes the combination of his 15 years of experience in entertainment as a humorist and 15 years of corporate experience to craft and communicate dynamic and entertaining powerful messages utilizing his wit, humor and story telling talent. Robert is currently authoring several books which will be released in the near future ranging from such corporate topics as; Leadership From The Bottom Up, Effective Communication, Empowering For Results, Your Competitive Advantage and How to Get IC2 (Intellectual Capital Squared) out of Employees. BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland, BlueCross BlueShield of Washington DC and BlueCross BlueShield of Delaware have benefited from Robert’s presentations, speeches and messages. Read More... |
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Christopher J. Metzler, PhD is Associate Dean of Human Resources for the Masters of Professional Studies at The School of Continuing Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Prior to joining Georgetown University; he was on the faculty at Cornell University’s ILR School where he directed the EEO and Diversity Studies program. Prior to entering higher education, he headed the strategic issues and research practice at an international consulting firm and provided advice to multinational corporations and governments on human rights, human capital, equality, corporate social responsibility, discrimination and diversity. He lectures globally on diversity, global employment practices, corporate social responsibility, human rights, human resources and comparative employment systems. Read More... |
 “See It, Believe It Do It!” Fee:
call for quote Gwin Minter is a registered nurse, motivational speaker, educator, and the owner of Get Motivated with Gwin, Inc. Gwin has lectured to numerous audiences in various venues and on versatile topics all across the state of Kentucky and nationally. Currently she has completed her first book inspired by her motto, “See It, Believe It, Do It” which will be accompanied by an audio version on CD expected 2009. Her passion is being able to encourage and motivate others for change in order to visualize the gift inside of you and use it to be a blessing to others. Her interactive approach keeps her audience actively engaged and craving for more. Before becoming a full-time speaker Gwin enjoyed a successful career in the medical profession for over 20 years. Her areas of medical expertise include Family Practice Medicine, Private Duty/Home Health industry, Nurse management and Child Abuse Prevention. |
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Kaplan Mobray is an acclaimed author, thought leader and motivational speaker on topics ranging from personal branding, leadership, networking, public speaking and success. His presentations have been described as a life-changing event. For more than fifteen years he has led corporate marketing, advertising, and brand development initiatives for Fortune 500 companies. Kaplan speaks to a variety of audiences, including professional organizations, colleges and universities, sales forces, and corporations. His seminars provide real strategies for real results in making the connection between your personal brand and your life outcome. Read More... |
Dr. Lorraine Monroe is also founding principal of the renowned Frederick Douglass Academy in Central Harlem and is on extended leave from Bank Street College of Education where she taught graduate courses and founded and directed the Center for Minority Achievement. |
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Sweet Songs of the Soul," her two act one-woman play with music has been touted by critics as "Brilliant," "Authentic," "Inspiring," "Poignant," as well as proof that not only can she sing anything from "Gospel" to "Opera," but that she is absolutely gifted as a storyteller; literally mesmerizing her audiences!
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Kenneth B. Morris, Jr. is descended from two of the most important names in American history: he is the great-great-great grandson of Frederick Douglass and the great-great grandson of Booker T. Washington. His life until the year 2007 could be described as distinguished yet decisively disengaged from his lineage until Providence called.
Today, Ken's career and life path are driven by a mission to
end human trafficking and all forms of servitude with a clear
focus on the restoration of the dignity and well being of its
victims. He could not have predicted that one day he would so
fully embrace and be defined by the characteristics that so
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Nelson - Political StrategistPrice Range: $5000 - $10000 Topics: Politics, Media, Women in Society, Law Sophia A. Nelson is the founder & President of iask, Inc. a national organization dedicated to the service-self-success of professional black women in the United States. Sophia is a unique speaker with a unique point of view in today's modern political world. She is a longtime Republican political strategist, opinion writer, and attorney. She formerly served as Senior Counsel in the law firm of Holland & Knight's Public Policy and Regulation Group. Ms. Nelson's practice was focused in the areas of homeland security, intelligence and defense issues. However, Ms. Nelson successfully represented clients before all of the federal civilian agencies. Read More... |
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Using the Negative to Propel Himself
Fee: $3,000 - $5,000
Marcus Parker was born in Port Arthur, TX in 1974. From growing up in an area known for high unemployment rates and drug abuse, to discovering his biological father at age 17, Marcus has displayed a remarkable ability to use the negatives in his life to propel him to achieve.
Parker graduated from Lincoln High School in Port Arthur in 1993, and immediately joined the United States Air Force. While enlisted, his drive to succeed landed him top acknowledgements for saving the government over $100,000 dollars in maintenance costs.
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A native of Gary, Indiana, Robert Patterson is a graduate of DePauw University with a degree in Economics and Philosophy. Subsequently, he was awarded the Consortium Award for Graduate Study in Management and attended Indiana University in Bloomington, IN where he received an MBA with a concentration in Marketing. Upon graduation he accepted an opportunity to serve as a pharmaceutical sales representative with Eli Lilly and Company.
Dr. Patterson entered medical school as the inaugural winner of the George Rawls, MD Scholarship at Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM). Dr. Patterson is an inaugural member of the IUSM's Diversity Council and served two terms as president of the IUSM Student National Medical Association. Read More |
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 Nicholas
Pearce - Youth Speaker; Religious and Business ScholarPrice Range: $1500 - $2000 Categories: Education, Leadership, Religion/Spirituality, Youth/Children A native of Chicago, Rev. Nicholas Pearce has established himself as a scholar, speaker, and community servant. Nicholas describes himself as "most importantly, a servant of God and others" and has a true passion for helping people. Nicholas answered the call to preach and teach the Word of God at the age of seventeen and currently serves as an Associate Minister of the Apostolic Church of God in Chicago, IL under the leadership of Bishop Arthur M. Brazier. He has been privileged to conduct several workshops and give numerous keynotes and speeches across the nation, including the distinguished Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Undergraduate Address at MIT in 2004. Nicholas has been featured in Time Magazine and several other national media outlets, and in 2006, he was honored by The Christian Outlook magazine as one of “Today’s Joshuas.” Read more...
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Fee: $2,500 - $3,000
Liza Jessie Peterson, Philadelphia born/New York based actor/writer/performance artist, appeared in the Sundance award winning film SLAM and can be seen in Spike Lee's film Bamboozled. She co-stared in Love the Hard Way with Adrien Brody and also co-stared with Nandita Das in the film A Drop of Life which was shot in India. TV credits include HBO's Def Poetry (two season episodes)and PBS's popular children's show Between the Lions where she was commissioned to write and perform poetry for three episodes. Her poetry is featured in The Vibe History of Hip Hop, SLAM the book, and The Longshot Anthology. Liza has written several plays including, but not limited to, two solo shows: "Chiron's Homegirl Healer Howls" a One Woman Funk Opera, and “The Peculiar Patriot". |
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C. Phillips - Bestselling Author, Actor, and Political
CommentatorPrice Range: Call for Quote Topics: Republican Political Speaker, Media, Education, Inspirational Joseph is perhaps best known for the role of Lt. Martin Kendall, Lisa Bonet’s husband, on the hit series The Cosby Show. He was also a three time NAACP Image Award Nominee for his portrayal of Attorney Justus Ward on the Daytime Drama General Hospital. For two seasons he appeared as Mayor Morgan Douglas on the CBS series The District, recurred as Marcus Johnson on the hit CBS series Without A Trace and most recently appeared as JT Morse on the Fox Series, Vanished. He has had guest starring roles on C.S.I., Las Vegas, Jack and Bobby, The King of Queens, Judging Amy, Family Law, Martin, The Larry Sanders Show, City of Angeles, Any Day Now, The Parkers, Popular, V.I.P. and Living Single among others. Read More... |
Dr. Randal Pinkett has established himself as an entrepreneur, speaker, author and community servant. He is the founder, chairman and CEO of BCT Partners, a multimillion dollar consulting firm based in Newark, NJ, that specializes in information technology, organizational development, and public policy. Dr. Pinkett was also named the winner of NBC’s hit reality television show, The Apprentice, with Donald Trump. He emerged as one of 18 candidates chosen from among 1 million applicants to compete for the opportunity to run one of Donald Trump’s companies. He was responsible overseeing both renovation and information technology projects for Trump Entertainment Resorts in Atlantic City, NJ. Since then, Dr. Pinkett has maintained a role with the Trump Organization as a boardroom advisor on The Apprentice, national spokesperson for the Trump Institute and faculty member for Trump University. Read More... |
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Fee: call for quote
Topics: Motivation, Political, Civil Rights, Black History Travels from: NY
Kevin Powell is widely considered one of America’s most important voices in these early years of the 21st century. Legendary feminist Gloria Steinem asserts that "as a charismatic speaker, leader, and a very good writer, Kevin Powell has the courage...to be fully human, and this will bring the deepest revolution of all." Internationally acclaimed scholar and social critic Dr. Michael Eric Dyson has called Powell "a mighty wind of fresh air." And of Kevin Powell the writer asha bandele says “When you consider the intelligence and breadth of Kevin Powell’s writing and activism, you come to the conclusion that there may be no better spokesperson and representative for a generation that has too long been counted out.” Read More... |
Innovator, Entrepreneur, Networking Guru, Kimberly S. Reed,
Managing Partner of the now Reed Development Group LLC specializes in the
design and delivery of innovative solutions that improve an organization’s
ability to attract and retain top diverse talent. RDG provides creative
solutions in Diversity & Inclusion Strategy development, Diversity
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition services, and Diversity Education Training
program design and delivery for fortune 500, global financial services,
professional services and not-for-profit organizations. Kimberly has over 12 years experience in Human Resources with a focus in diverse talent management planning/staffing, training & development and Diversity & Inclusion Strategies. Kimberly has held senior management roles at Deloitte & Touche USA LLP and Merrill Lynch. Kimberly was appointed to the board of directors for JIMPACT Enterprises, specializing in Diversity, Leadership training and development. In addition to her above role, Kimberly is a senior adjunct consultant for Global Lead Consulting, a Diversity Consulting Firm.
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Global Influencer, Inspirational Speaker Fee: $2,500 - $3,000
Candace Reese is a Global PR Strategist, entrepreneur and public speaker with an optimistic outlook and entrepreneurial spirit that exudes throughout her personal and professional life. A global media and marketing professional and serial overachiever, Reese has a strong track record in exceeding expectations. At Clear Channel, Reese quickly gained a reputation for her cutting edge sales techniques, which led to unprecedented advertising sales in the department. . Read More... |
 Rene Reyes -
Rene was born In Portugal, to a European mother and Mozambique/Puerto Rican father. After migrating to the United States and adjusting to the new world and culture around her, Rene and her family would find themselves facing adversity homelessness and tragedy, but she was determined to help her mother triumph over these issues. Read More... |
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 Vondell
Richmond - Owner; Open Mind Productions and Sophisticated RomancePrice Range: $2500 - $3500 Categories: Leadership, Education, Entrepreneurship, Entertainment Topics: Entrepreneurship: "CEO of Self" College Leadership: "The Mind, Body, and Soul of a Leader. Building Strong Leadership Characteristics" Soon to release Sophisticated Romance his feature film debut as actor/writer, Vondell knows that racial boundaries are no respecter of talent. Vondell recently toured the nation in the play Cover Girls by Bishop T.D. Jakes where he originated the role of Shadrach Brewster. Prior to that was a stop at the John F. Kennedy Center, in The Color Of Justice, a Theatreworks/USA children’s production about Thurgood Marshall and Brown vs. The Board of Education. He earned his MFA in acting from Mason Gross School of the Arts, at Rutgers University. As an actor, he has appeared in over 35 productions to include (Oberon) in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, (Clay) in Black, (Doc) in Blues for an Alabama Sky, (Harold) in Orphans, and (Det. Cole) in Stop Kiss. Read More... Links: Sophisticated Romance Trailer Script to Screen: Conversation with Vondell Richmond |
Jason Robertson knows what it takes to be a champion both on and off the field. Jason, who grew up in a single-parent home on the Southside of Chicago, was drafted directly out of high school as the second pick for the New York Yankees in 1989. He enjoyed an 8-year career in professional baseball before starting & building Planned Packaging of Illinois Corporation - one of the nation's top minority business enterprises.
A successful entrepreneur, proud father and dedicated civic leader, Robertson is a passionate social issues advocate. He regularly weighs in on matters of economic justice, personal responsibility, minority business development, disparities in professional sports, and fatherhood. In his collegiate and corporate presentations, Jason takes a tell-it-like-it-is approach to outlining what it takes to be a all-star performer in business and life with audiences around the country. |
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Robinson - Emmy Award Winning Journalist,
Author, and Television HostFee: Call for Quote Topics: Media, Image/Self-Esteem, Women in Society, Inspirational, Motivation Emmy Award-winning journalist and author Shaun
Robinson is the weekend co-host and correspondent for the syndicated
entertainment news show, "Access Hollywood”. Shaun is also the author of the new book,
“Exactly As I Am: Celebrated Women Share Candid Advice with Today’s Girls on
What it Takes to Believe in Yourself”. Born out of Shaun’s passion to help
girls be more comfortable in their own skin and become tomorrow’s leaders,
“Exactly As I Am” is the collected wisdom of both superstar women and
everyday teenagers on building self-esteem. Shaun has contributed reports to the Today Show, MSNBC, CNN, and NBC Nightly News, and been a panel guest on “Larry King Live”. She also served as a guest co-host on “The View” and guest host on "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?" Read More... |
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Fee: $2,000 - $5,000 Charles B. Schooler is the 2008 NAACP Image Award winner for his self-published book “More Than Entertainers: An Inspirational Black Career Guide 1st Revised Edition.” The book features 35 black professionals and skill tradesmen and aims to expand the perceived career options for young blacks beyond sports/entertainment through educational achievement while positioning young black professionals as role models.
Mr. Schooler is a person who has always been excited about the journey we call life. As a child, he dreamed about the man he would become, and importantly took the necessary steps to position himself for success. Read More... |
Barack Obama, Kanye West, Chris Brown, Janet Jackson….these are the kinds of names that Nicole Spence has worked with on a regular basis. As the exclusive Talent Representative, Talent Producer and Publicist for “The Wendy Williams Experience”, Nicole Spence was almost solely responsible for making Wendy Williams a household name and helping the show rise to the #1 show in the country. With 11 million listeners nation-wide, Nicole was the engine that moved an empire. “Everyone wants to get to Wendy Williams, since she is only second to Oprah Winfrey in Black media. We also knew that to get to Wendy Williams, you had to go through Nicole Spence, or it wasn't going to happen. Nicole made Wendy great.” - Dr. Boyce Watkins, CNN contributor and Syracuse University Professor. Read More..
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It is said by many that Dr. Stanford is in a class almost by herself. She is a consummate leader, former diplomat, manager, professor and author. Her contributions to the public sector have amassed a long list of distinguished “first” accomplishments. Her spheres of influence cover six US states, District of Columbia, and three continents—Africa, Europe and the Far East. Read More |
Fee: $4,000 - $10,000 It is this ability to connect people together and create a community amongst people, tenacity, and a solid belief in her self that has allowed Genma to excel in many aspects of her life. Read More... |
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Her voice is one you've heard before, and if you haven't, once you do hear it, you'll never forget it. She's the southern beauty with charm that gets you through your work day with a combination of good music and a smile that shines bright thru the airwaves. She's inspiring, alluring, and dispels the common saying of having a "face for radio". Her name is Jasmine and she's a force to be reckoned with.
Jasmine Sanders has the rare combination of beauty, resilience, humility and determination that it takes to survive in the up and down world of entertainment. This Tennessee-bred beauty catapulted from her humble beginnings in the small town of Ooltewah to mainstream success as Midday On-air Personality in the #1 market in the country. However, it's her journey from the small town to the big city that gave her the gifts that have taken her to such triumph and will lead her beyond. Read More... |
Bern Nadette Stanis is a well sought after guest speaker and panelist for some of the most coveted national speaking events, both ethnic and non-ethnic forums. Just off the heels of releasing her new book, she has been invited to address self-esteem issues and related topics, which is the premise for “Situations 101,” including guest speaking appearances at high schools, magnet schools, fine art departments, College and Universities, Associations and Corporations across the US. Read More... |
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TaylorPrice Range: Call For Quote Topics: Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Finance, Motivation Named by The Michigan Chronicle as one of 2007’s ten people making a global difference. Ephren W. Taylor II is the youngest African-American CEO of any publicly traded company ever ‑ City Capital Corporation (stock symbol:CTCC). Described as “walking history” by popular radio show host Tom Joyner, Taylor started his first business venture at age 12, when he began making video games. By age 17, he built a multi-million dollar technology company; GoFerretGo.com. Read More...
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Taylor - Teenage Mother turned Lawyer and EntrepreneurPrice Range: $1500 - $3500 Categories: Education, Motivation, Women in Society, Image/Self Esteem “Nikki” Taylor-Compton, a former teenage mother, is a native of Louisville, KY and the eldest child of eight. She is also a graduate of Berea College and just recently graduated from the University of Louisville with both her law degree (J.D.) and her Master of Business Administration (MBA). Nikki enjoys using her experiences to motivate others. She openly speaks of her successes and failures in hopes to make a difference in the lives of many. Nikki’s speaking style is straight-forward, thought-provoking, and honest. She is very knowledgeable and HER MESSAGE IS POWERFUL! She is captivating and you will enjoy every moment. Her speeches are tailored to inspire, motivate, and give each individual valuable tips and tools for the present to pursue their own future. She is valuable to all age groups. Read More... |
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William E. Thomason – Financial Literacy Expert, Portfolio Manager and Author Fee: call for quote William Thomason has over 15 years of investment experience as a buy-side analyst and Portfolio Manager managing both traditional and alternative investments and as a Financial Analyst for a Private Equity Fund. He founded Thomason Capital Management, LLC and Taurum Capital Partners, LLC, a boutique investment management firm, providing both traditional and alternative asset management in 1999. He is Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer. Until recently, Bill served as a consultant to the JP Morgan Bay Area Equity Fund I, LP, a $75 million dollar Community Development Venture Capital Fund investing in privately held bay area inner city businesses. Read More... |
Fee: $5,000 - $7,000 A New York Times best-selling author and 2001 NAACP Image Award recipient, Omar Tyree has sold more than 1.6 million copies of books worldwide. He has been recognized as one of the most renowned contemporary writers in the African-American community.
Tyree has recently completed work on his15th novel, “The Last Street Novel,” which is set to hit national bookshelves in July. He’s written 14 novels, including his Urban Griot series, which features raw material geared towards urban male readership.
As an author, journalist, performance poet, songwriter, screenwriter, entrepreneur, creative genius and an energetic and fiery speaker, Tyree is no stranger to the world of contemporary urban influence. Read More... |
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Watkins - Owner; Great Black Speakers BureauPrice Range: $1800 - $2300 Topics: College Student Networking, Entrepreneurship, and Motivation Lawrence Watkins, University of Louisville graduate majored in engineering and has ventured off to be a young African American entrepreneur. He is a Management Leadership For Tomorrow Fellow and has a strong interest in public policy and international affairs. Great Black Speakers Bureau is a new speaker’s bureau that markets African-American speakers to universities and other professional outlets. Great Black speaker’s bureau is committed to providing excellence, reliability, and an elevated measure of integrity on a daily basis. Lawrence is committed to both his clients and his speakers. Please ask about Great Black Speakers special discounts on Lawrence when another speakers is booked through his agency. |
Dr. Boyce Watkins - Professor, Author, and Social Activist
Dr. Boyce Watkins has presented his message to millions, appearing regularly on CNN, ESPN, Fox News, and many more national media outlets. Although Dr. Watkins has his Ph.D. in finance, he is also an expert on a variety of topics including education and black social commentary. Read more...
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 Demetrius
Walker - Owner; dangerousNEGRO clothing linePrice Range: $1800 - $2500 Topics: Entrepreneurship, Black Empowerment, Marketing Demetrius Darnell Walker is a native New Yorker. Born in Brooklyn and raised in the Bronx, Demetrius represents not only the merits of higher education, but street knowledge as well. Currently, Demetrius serves as the Chief Marketing Officer of dN Group LLC, the parent company of dangerousNEGRO. Through dangerousNEGRO, Demetrius is able to spread the message of Black uplift via apparel design, writing, and lecturing. Read More... Links: DangerousNegro Spreads its Message on BET 2007 DangerousNegro Catalog |
 Kimmie
Weeks
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Topics: Change, Motivation, Civil Rights Travels from: PA Kimmie Weeks has worked to alleviate poverty and human suffering in Africa and around the world since he was fourteen years old. Kimmie was born in Liberia 1981. When he was nine, Kimmie came face to face with civil war, human suffering, and death. He vividly recalls eating roots and wild leaves when his family did not have access to food, drinking infested water when national water supply was shut off, and nearly being buried alive after epidemics had wrecked his emaciated body.
Over the years, Kimmie has formed partnerships and led organizations that have provided education to thousands of students in West Africa, lobbied the disarmament of over 20,000 child soldiers, and provided health care and recreation supplies to children. |
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Whitfield - Emmy Award Winning ActressPrice Range: Call for Quote Categories: Arts Culture Music, Inspirational, Black History, Motivation, Media Growing up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Lynn Whitfield first watched the likes of Audrey Hepburn in "Breakfast at Tiffany's" and Bette Davis in "All About Eve" from her grandmother's lap. She loved classic movies and with child-like confidence, she could see no reason she could not become an actress and some day play those same types of roles. Over the course of nearly three decades, the talent of the little girl who dreamed of being on the silver screen has taken her to the heights of the acting profession and earned the respect of the public and her peers.
After gaining attention on the stage as one of the young women of color in Ntozake Shange's poetic panorama of the black female experience, "For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow Is Enuf", Whitfield began appearing in supporting roles in such films as "Doctor Detroit" (1982) and "Silverado" (1985) but did not achieve real success until starring in television films ("The George McKenna Story", "Johnnie Mae Gibson: FBI", both CBS 1986) and miniseries (the acclaimed "The Women of Brewster Place" ABC 1989). Read More... |
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Frank Woodbeck is a native of Buffalo, New York currently residing in Las Vegas, Nevada. |
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Ebony Garris
