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Top University/College Keynote Speakers

Yassmin Abdel-Magied

Yassmin Abdel-Magied

Founder and Chair of Youth Without Borders, Yassmin inspires audiences to lead with courage, embrace complexity, and create meaningful change through inclusive leadership.

Speaker Fee: $20,000 - $30,000
About Yassmin
Yassmin Abdel-Magied is on a mission to promote diversity and empower young people throughout society, however and wherever she can. Born in Sudan, she moved to Australia when she was two years old, and trained as a mechanical engineer. She now spends her time... Read Full Bio »
Speaker Fee: $20,000 - $30,000
Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour

Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour

America’s First Black Female Combat Pilot

Speaker Fee: $50,000 - $100,000
About Vernice
Combat tests you. Being a beat cop tests you. Life tests you. Three brothers and being the only girl…tests you. Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour has been tested her whole life. A gutsy trailblazer, her resume is an impressive collection of “firsts” including America’s first Black... Read Full Bio »
Speaker Fee: $50,000 - $100,000
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Jim Davidson

Jim Davidson

Resilience Expert

Speaker Fee: $15,000 - $20,000
About Jim
Jim Davidson is a resilience expert who has survived not just one epic mountain disaster, but two. From his real-world survival experiences, he distills hard-won lessons about forging the resilience to overcome change, challenge, and uncertainty. While climbing Mount Everest, Jim and his team survived... Read Full Bio »
Speaker Fee: $15,000 - $20,000
Bert Jacobs

Bert Jacobs

Co-Founder and Chief Executive Optimist of Life is Good

Speaker Fee: $50,000 - $100,000
About Bert
Bert Jacobs and his brother John launched their business with $78 in their pockets, selling T-shirts in the streets of Boston. Today, Life is Good is a $100 million positive lifestyle brand sold by over 2,000 retailers across the US and Canada. Bert worked as... Read Full Bio »
Speaker Fee: $50,000 - $100,000
Daymond John

Daymond John

Founder/CEO of FUBU

Speaker Fee: Over $100,000
About Daymond
Daymond John has spent decades helping people turn ambition into action, ideas into brands, and setbacks into opportunities. Best known as an original cast member of ABC’s Shark Tank and the founder of the global fashion brand FUBU, Daymond has built a career around... Read Full Bio »
Speaker Fee: Over $100,000
Inky Johnson

Inky Johnson

Inspirational Sports Speaker & Author

Speaker Fee: $50,000 - $100,000
About Inky
September 9, 2006. It started as a normal college football game in Neyland Stadium. If anything, the event was an afterthought, dropped into the schedule at the last minute. For Inky Johnson, though, the game changed everything. A routine tackle turned into a life-threatening injury,... Read Full Bio »
Speaker Fee: $50,000 - $100,000
Ben Nemtin

Ben Nemtin

Message of radical possibility has been featured on The Today Show, Oprah, CNN, FOX, and NBC News

Speaker Fee: $30,000 - $50,000
About Ben
Ben Nemtin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Want to Do Before You Die? and The Bucket List Journal. He was ranked the #2 Motivational Speaker in the world by Global Gurus and starred in the hit TV... Read Full Bio »
Speaker Fee: $30,000 - $50,000
Neil Pasricha

Neil Pasricha

Author of 10 bestsellers including The Happiness Equation, Two-Minute Mornings, and The Book of Awesome

Speaker Fee: $30,000 - $50,000
About Neil
A Harvard MBA, New York Times best-selling author, award-winning blogger and one of the most popular TED speakers in the world, Neil Pasricha is a “pied piper of happiness” (The Star) who dazzles audiences with ideas and frameworks that skyrocket organizational happiness and engagement. Pasricha... Read Full Bio »
Speaker Fee: $30,000 - $50,000
Alex Sheen

Alex Sheen

Founder of the social movement: because I said I would

Speaker Fee: $20,000 - $30,000
About Alex
Alex Sheen’s father died of small cell lung cancer on September 4th, 2012. His father was good with his promises, so Alex titled his father’s eulogy “because I said I would” and created the promise card in his memory. Eventually, Alex would decide to... Read Full Bio »
Speaker Fee: $20,000 - $30,000
Eric Termuende

Eric Termuende

Keynote Speaker and Bestselling Author on Leadership, Uncertainty, and Change

Speaker Fee: $20,000 - $30,000
About Eric
Eric Termuende is a keynote speaker, bestselling author, and researcher focused on one of the defining leadership challenges of our time: how to navigate uncertainty and change when the world refuses to stand still. For over a decade, Eric has studied leadership, trust, culture, team... Read Full Bio »
Speaker Fee: $20,000 - $30,000

Elevate your university and college events with keynote speakers who inspire, educate, and motivate. Whether you’re planning a commencement ceremony, a leadership workshop, or a special lecture series, our carefully selected speakers will leave a lasting impact on your students and faculty.

Booking a keynote speaker for your university or college event can ignite a passion for learning and growth, encouraging students to pursue their dreams with confidence. Our speakers bring a wealth of experience from various fields, providing valuable insights that bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application. Engaging speakers capture the audience’s attention, fostering an interactive and thought-provoking environment that enhances the overall educational experience. From innovative entrepreneurs to renowned academics, our speakers offer a range of perspectives that enrich the intellectual life of your campus.

Traits of Effective Education and Millennial Motivation Keynote Speakers

Relatability: Our speakers connect with young adults by sharing personal stories and experiences that resonate with their audience. This relatability helps to break down barriers and create a meaningful dialogue.
Innovation and Creativity: Many of our speakers are at the forefront of their fields, bringing innovative ideas and creative approaches to problem-solving that inspire students to think outside the box.
Passion for Education: With a deep commitment to learning and personal development, our speakers emphasize the importance of education as a lifelong journey.
Empathy and Understanding: Understanding the unique challenges faced by today’s students, our speakers offer empathetic and supportive messages that encourage resilience and perseverance.
Actionable Advice: Beyond motivation, our speakers provide practical advice and actionable steps that students can implement to achieve their goals and make a positive impact on their communities.

Make your next university or college event unforgettable with a keynote speaker who will inspire and motivate your students. Contact us to learn more about our speakers and to book the perfect speaker for your event. Let’s work together to create an inspiring experience that will resonate with your audience long after the event is over.