College & Independent Schools
Leadership & Ethics:
Provocative Public Intellectual
A groundbreaking author and champion for racial justice, Dr. West weaves together the traditions of the Black Baptist Church, progressive politics and jazz in his powerful keynotes.
Great-Great-Great Grandson of Frederick Douglass
Mr. Morris descends from two of the most influential names in American history: he is the great-great-great grandson of Frederick Douglass and the great-great grandson of Booker T. Washington.
Public Intellectual & Best-Selling Author
Featured on NPR and MSNBC, Professor Dyson melds scholarly insight with contemporary culture and examines civil rights and race relations. This thought-provoking talks foster social change.
Former Head of NAACP
As an activist and former leader of the nation’s oldest and largest grassroots-based civil rights organization, Brooks works to secure political, educational, social, and economic equality for all.
Former EPA Administrator
Gina McCarthy has dedicated her 35-year career in public service to protecting public health and the critical natural resources we all depend on. Her leadership and perseverance has led to federal, state, and local actions on critical environmental issues.
Race & Gender Justice Activist
The daughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Naomi carries on the family legacy to heal the wounds of racism and promote understanding through truth and reconciliation.
Founder of The Daily Beast & Women in the World
From acclaimed editor to the rarefied ranks of female CEOs, Tina Brown’s legendary career has been propelled by her talent for re-invention and leading organizations through extreme disruption.
Co-Star on ABC’s Shark Tank & 2x New York Times Best Selling Author
Branding visionary and urban fashion mogul John inspires with his self-made story. His motivational talks foster diversity and inspire leadership, initiative and creativity in others.