BROWSE SPEAKERS by TOPIC

Please note: This is a partial list of the speakers we represent on Diversity. If you would like suggestions about speakers that match your event goals, please simply contact one of our friendly account agents toll free at: 1-877-717-5327 or email: Speaker@speaking.com.


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Omar Ali, Ph.D , New York USA -- 5.0k to 10.0k

Considered one of the most dynamic young scholars in the nation today, Dr. Omar Ali specializes in the history of independent political movements. Recently featured on PBS as a commentator in the documentary “Transforming America: U.S. History Since 1877,” he is an assistant professor of history at Towson University in Maryland and the director of research and education at the Committee for a Unified Independent Party (CUIP), a national think-tank and strategy center for independent politics and election reform. An honors graduate of the London School of Economics and Political Science, he received his Ph.D. from Columbia University. His research and analysis on new voting trends and realignments in politics have been published in numerous articles, books, and essays.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Harvey Alston , Ohio USA -- 2.5k to 5.0k

Harvey Alston has held a variety of positions throughout his career. He has been a teacher, head high-school football coach, university counselor, assistant director of student financial aid, and has held various positions in the restaurant business. In these positions he was able to observe the attitudes of people and the positive aspects of customer service.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Courtney Elizabeth Anderson, J.D., M.B.A , Texas USA -- 5.0k to 10.0k

Ms. Anderson truly does bring a completely unique experience to fulfill your speaking and/or training needs. She is an individual who brings the highest level of academic and professional credentials (from accredited top tier nationally ranked academic institutions) coupled with real life experience to infuse every speaking engagement with both credibility and actual content. She is that rare individual who is at once one of the most dynamic and entertaining presenters in the nation who also possesses the caliber of knowledge and experience that your organization demands. She delivers both style and substance. Your firm can not risk your valuable resources of both time and money on a speaker who does not have the appropriate credentials or content. Your firm deserves the maximum return on investment and Ms. Anderson will deliver it.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Patricia Ball, CSP, CPAE , Missouri USA -- 2.5k to 5.0k

PATRICIA BALL, CSP, CPAE, is president of Corporate Communications. She served as a past national president of the National Speakers Association and a past International President of the International Federation for Professional Speakers. Patricia is a Certified Speaking Professional, communications specialist, keynoter, diversity trainer, author, and presentation skills coach. A graduate of Washington University, she has been on the lecture platform since 1972, speaking nationally and internationally. Patricia has helped thousands of executives, salespeople and others achieve greater success in their personal and professional lives through the dramatic impact of her workshops and lectures.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Bertice Berry , Georgia USA -- 30.0k to 50.0k

With 20 years of lecturing experience, Bertice has touched the hearts and minds of people from all walks of life. Each organization is given a tailor-made speech designed to address the specific needs of their organization. In her academic career, she specialized in several areas; gender equity, race/social stratification, statistics, and theory. Also, as a published sociologist, Dr. Bertice Berry reaches both corporate and private organizations with her humorous approach to subjects that have her audiences laughing and thinking at the same time. Note: Ms. Berry offers a special fee for non-profit organizations.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Samuel Betances, Ph.D , Illinois USA -- 10.0k to 15.0k

Recognized as a gifted, inspirational, and motivational speaker, Dr. Samuel Betances' insights and commitment to workforce diversity issues rank him as invaluable in empowering leadership in the public and private sector. As a sociologist, educator, and professor of 20 years, he has taught race relations, the U.S. Latino experience, church and society, education and reform, and gender issues. His national and international travels, media exposure, sense of humor and bilingual/bicultural roots greatly enhance his creative commitment to equity and excellence in making diversity a plus for the bottom line.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Lenora Billings-Harris, CSP , North Carolina USA -- 5.0k to 10.0k

Lenora Billings-Harris, CSP is an internationally recognized diversity expert,speaker, performance improvement consultant, and author with more than twenty five years experience in the public and private sectors. Lenora has developed a unique way of presenting sensitive topics in a high-energy, fun-filled, yet thought-provoking way. She helps organizations solve their "people problems" in an interactive style with immediately applicable "how to's" that help people understand themselves and others, respect differences, capitalize on their strengths, and work effectively with one another.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Akosua Busia , California USA -- Contact for fee schedule

Akosua Busia's first novel, The Seasons of Beento Blackbird is one of the most talked about debuts from a young author. The story of an African-American teacher and writer who divides his life by the seasons in Africa, the Caribbean and America, The Seasons of Beento Blackbird delves into the changing nature of racial and cultural identity in America and abroad and is already in development as a major motion picture. Akosua, herself, much like her characters traveled and lived all over the globe. Immersed in a variety of cultures, Busia has a keen awareness of the ever changing tide of race relations throughout the world.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Jimmy Cabrera, CSP , Texas USA -- 5.0k to 10.0k

Jimmy Cabrera is a dynamic and energetic speaker, riveting his audience's attention through the very last sentence. Every presentation he gives is Jimmy's unique blend of motivation and education. Jimmy learned some tough lessons early in his life. As a Hispanic he was reared in a predominately segregated community. Except for his parents, he always had the feeling that no one cared. The system certainly didn't challenge Jimmy to be expressive and think about setting goals. He experienced steady, bitter rejection and prejudice from a society that labeled him "different." Eventually he realized that although you cannot forget the past and the pain, you can forgive, learn from, stand firm, and move on. Dealing with and overcoming his damaged emotions, Jimmy learned how to turn the negatives he experienced into positive learning experiences.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Richard G. Capen , California USA -- 15.0k to 20.0k

Dick Capen is the author of Finish Strong / Living the Values that Take You the Distance (Harper San Francisco and Zondervan), former U.S. Ambassador to Spain and publisher of The Miami Herald. He provides practical advice on setting a values-based course for your company. Drawing on his experience in the newspaper publishing industry, as U.S. ambassador, and as assistant secretary of Defense, Capen outlines the action steps and key personal values necessary for business success in the years ahead. He understands that knowing what tomorrow's workers will demand in the way of key corporate values will be critical to the success of every American business. His particular focus is on what to expect from the young generation moving into the workforce.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Doug Cartland , Illinois USA -- 5.0k to 10.0k

Thousands of people and hundreds of organizations have been moved and re-energized by Doug and his message, whether through his speaking, his books or his award winning radio show, "Winning". Featured on radio stations and in newspapers throughout the Midwest, Doug is different. His mixture of passion, humor and story-telling challenges his listeners in a most palatable way.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Carlos Conejo , California USA -- 10.0k to 15.0k

Carlos Conejo is an expert on the rapidly growing multicultural marketplace. He assists organizations through this current evolutionary change developing sound values-driven business strategies for penetrating and growing these multicultural markets.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Gary Copeland , Colorado USA -- 2.5k to 5.0k

Gary Copeland is a powerful platform speaker who engages his audiences from start to finish. He tells stories, imparts up to date and relevant information, and uses his sense of humor to build bridges with his audiences. Audience members frequently comment that they feel like his is speaking directly to them. He is confident, well-prepared, poised, active and fun to be around. Once you have heard him, you will want to hear him again!
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Ronald Dellums , Washington D.C. USA -- Contact for fee schedule

Founder and Senior Partner for Dellums, Brauer and Halterman, LLC retired from a distinguished congressional career spanning nearly decades. Universally lauded as one of the most compelling and articulate speakers to serve in the House chamber, Dellums occupied many leadership positions in the House of Representatives. As the respected chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, Dellums would take his struggle against militarism and war to the very heart of the national security establishment. During his chairmanship of the House District of Columbia Committee, he would have an opportunity to advance legislation addressing some of the most pressing national problems: mental and community health delivery, pension fund solvency and infant mortality to name just a few. As chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus he led the effort to redefine national priorities through the budget process.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Rita Dove , Virginia USA -- 10.0k to 15.0k

Rita Dove served as Poet Laureate of the United States and Consultant to the Library of Congress from 1993 to 1995, making her the youngest person -- and the first African-American -- to receive this highest official honor in American letters. She held the position for two years. In 1999 she was reappointed Special Consultant in Poetry for 1999/2000, the Library of Congress's bicentennial year. She has received numerous literary and academic honors, among them the 1987 Pulitzer Prize in Poetry and, most recently, the 2001 Duke Ellington Lifetime Achievement Award, the 1997 Sara Lee Frontrunner Award, the 1997 Barnes & Noble Writers for Writers Award, the 1996 Heinz Award in the Arts and Humanities and the 1996 National Humanities Medal.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Olympia Dukakis , New Jersey USA -- 25.0k to 30.0k

Actress, director, producer, teacher, activist - this is how Olympia Dukakis defines herself. The Academy Award and Golden Globe-winning star of such films as Moonstruck, Steel Magnolias, Picture Perfect and the top rated mini-series Tales of the City, Olympia Dukakis is a woman of uncommon achievement and dedication. A 30 year veteran of stage and screen, she also founded and served as artistic director of New Jersey's whole theater for 19 years, and sits on the boards of several influential arts organizations.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

M. Kay duPont , Georgia USA -- 5.0k to 10.0k

Kay duPont is a Certified Speaking Professional who specializes in improving business relationships through consulting, training, speaking, and writing in the areas of Business Writing, Interpersonal Skills, Verbal and Nonverbal Communication, Presentation Skills, Diversity, Teamwork, and Success Skills. She is the author of four books and six cassette programs.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Hector Elizondo , New York USA -- 30.0k to 50.0k

Four-time Emmy nominee, Hector Elizondo, received the prestigious Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series in 1997 for his portrayal of Dr. Phillip Watters on CBS Chicago Hope.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Andrew Erlich, Ph.D , California USA -- 5.0k to 10.0k

Andrew Erlich, Ph.D. has been involved in speaking, organizational development, multi-cultural research, motivational analysis and training since 1979 when he founded Erlich Transcultural Consultants (ETC). In addition to his experience with speaking and research, Dr. Erlich has conducted cultural competency training programs for clients like Microsoft, J.P. MorganChase, Avis, Earl Scheib Auto Body & Paint, and the National Multi-Cultural Institute.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Lenora Fulani, Ph.D , New York USA -- 15.0k to 20.0k

Dr. Lenora Fulani is a Developmental Psychologist and political activist, best known for her two runs for the presidency as an independent in 1988 and 1992. A longtime agitator for Black political independence, Fulani became involved after the 1992 elections in a joint effort with the Perot movement to create a multiracial, pro-reform, national political party. Fulani is Chair of the Committee for a Unified Independent Party, a think tank, strategy, educational and activist center for Independent Politics.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com