African-American
NBA Legend & NY Times Best Selling Author
A global icon that changed the game of basketball, Kareem is a Presidential Medal of Freedom Winner who now works to bring innovative educational opportunities to underserved communities.
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.
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.
Filmmaker, Cultural Critic & Journalist
Harvard professor and host of the popular show Finding Your Roots, Gates is one of the country’s most influential critics on multicultural and African-American issues.
Civil Rights Icon & Entertainer
Harry Belafonte has been called the consummate entertainer. His distinguished career spans music, film, TV and the stage, and he is a passionate keynote speaker on civil and human rights.
Author, Activist, Educator & Historian
As co-founder of the Free South Africa Movement, Berry helped to end apartheid. Today, she is one of the most respected activists in the cause of civil rights, gender equality and social justice.
Founder & CEO of Black Girls Rock!
A DJ and model, Beverly Bond is the Founder of Black Girls Rock!, which empowers inner-city girls through the arts. She was named one of Essence's "40 Fierce and Fabulous Women Who Are Changing the World.
Democratic Political Strategist
The first African-American to run a major presidential campaign, Brazile is a CNN commentator and served as interim chairperson of the DNC.
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