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Alexis Nikole Nelson

Alexis Nikole Nelson

Keynote Speaker: Wild Food Maker at BlackForager; TikTok Sensation

Alexis Nikole Nelson Biography

At an early age, Alexis Nikole Nelson formed a habit of eating items straight from the dirt outdoors. It wasn’t as concerning as it seems.

The TikTok sensation has been foraging since her childhood in Cincinnati, Ohio. Now located in Columbus, Nelson chronicles how to find in-season picks and then explains how to turn the spoils into delicious vegan recipes, from pappaw bread to violet syrup. Thanks to light-hearted humor and infectious enthusiasm, the popular social media account @BlackForager counts more than 4 million followers on TikTok.

Nelson, who’s a Black forager, vegan cook and outdoor educator, has a long family history of farming and growing foods to feed loved ones, foraging was a norm.

Nelson started watching this patch of Atlantic camas two years ago, before she became a TikTok celebrity. And while much has changed for the social media star since then—a book deal, a James Beard award, spending hours outside foraging for wild food in Central Ohio, looks very much the same for Nelson. Although now she is recognized more often. During another outing at Jeffrey Park, she says a couple of teenage boys on the other side of Alum Creek yelled, "Are you that plant lady"?

Her fame has spread beyond social media, with articles about her in The New York Times, The New Yorker, Rolling Stone, Food & Wine and other national publications, plus appearances on The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Drew Barrymore Show and even a cameo in a TikTok commercial (with other TikTok stars) that also featured Martha Stewart. Today, one does not think of foraging without thinking of Alexis Nikole Nelson.

As Nelson prepares to publish her first book in early 2024—a feat that will give her an even larger audience—she’s learning how to navigate her still-newish fame, all while trying to maintain some degree of personhood as she works to feed the never-ending content machine known as the internet.

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Alexis Nikole Nelson Videos

Unexpected Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson (Online Lecture)
TikTok's Black Forager Shows You How to Make Violet Syrup Pink Lemonade

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Speaking fees for Alexis Nikole Nelson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Alexis Nikole Nelson are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Alexis Nikole Nelson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Alexis Nikole Nelson speak about?

Alexis Nikole Nelson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental Activism, Nutrition, Food & Beverage, Performing Arts, Health, Animals & Wildlife, Social Media, TED and Women.

Where does Alexis Nikole Nelson travel from?

Alexis Nikole Nelson generally travels from Columbus, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Alexis Nikole Nelson?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Alexis Nikole Nelson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Alexis Nikole Nelson for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Alexis Nikole Nelson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Alexis Nikole Nelson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Environment, Environmental Science and Environmental Activism. The estimated speaking fee range to book Alexis Nikole Nelson for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Alexis Nikole Nelson generally travels from Columbus, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sophia Kianni, Kehkashan Basu and Jasmine Crowe-Houston. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Alexis Nikole Nelson for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 26/12/2023.

Alexis Nikole Nelson Videos

Unexpected Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson (Online Lecture)
TikTok's Black Forager Shows You How to Make Violet Syrup Pink Lemonade
  • How do I book Alexis Nikole Nelson to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Alexis Nikole Nelson for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Alexis Nikole Nelson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Alexis Nikole Nelson or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Alexis Nikole Nelson for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Alexis Nikole Nelson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Alexis Nikole Nelson are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Alexis Nikole Nelson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Alexis Nikole Nelson speak about?

    Alexis Nikole Nelson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental Activism, Nutrition, Food & Beverage, Performing Arts, Health, Animals & Wildlife, Social Media, TED and Women.
  • Where does Alexis Nikole Nelson travel from?

    Alexis Nikole Nelson generally travels from Columbus, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Alexis Nikole Nelson?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Alexis Nikole Nelson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Alexis Nikole Nelson for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Alexis Nikole Nelson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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