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April Reign

April Reign

Keynote Speaker: Creator of the #OscarsSoWhite Hashtag; Editor of BroadwayBlack.com & NU Tribe Magazine

April Reign Biography

April Reign practiced law for nearly twenty years, honing her talent for public speaking, persuasive writing and effecting policy change, but it wasn’t until she walked away from her legal practice that she found her true passion.

As the creator of the viral hashtag-turned-movement, #OscarsSoWhite, Reign has been challenging the lack of representation of marginalized communities in Hollywood and beyond since 2015. Reign sustains a movement that has resulted in the most permanent systemic change ever seen in the over 80-year history of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Her name continues to be synonymous with this historic change, the results of which are reverberating throughout the entertainment industry and will do so for decades to come.

Continuing her work as a change agent, Reign was one of the four co-founders of SistaSCOTUS, a grassroots organization focused on the nomination and confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black Woman to the U.S. Supreme Court. The #SheWillRise campaign was credited by legacy civil rights organizations and the Biden Administration with pivotal work to make this dream of many a reality.

Solidifying her role in the tech space, Reign is now a Senior Advisor in Media and Entertainment for Gauge, a software + service platform that conducts mobile focus groups and market research with tastemakers and experts in key communities. She is also an Advisor to the burgeoning social media app Spill, a real-time conversational platform that puts culture first and is widely seen as the Twitter alternative. Reign is an influential and sought-after media presence, having built an impressive global organic social media following over several platforms, as well as a network of recognized celebrities, creators, activists, and decision makers at the corporate level. Reign capitalizes on this network and her experience, using her voice to spark conversations and explore issues of race, politics and culture, helping structure ways to turn dialogue into action.

Reign is a sought-after advocate, consultant, writer, speaker and interviewer regarding issues of diversity and inclusion, and on the representation of all marginalized communities in the arts, tech and entertainment. Her work includes constant dialogue with media as well as collaborations with Procter & Gamble, Twitter, Google NextGen, AARP, HBO and more.

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April Reign Videos

Audra McDonald & April Reign Talk Women's History
#Oscarssowhite creator April Reign talks diversity in Academy Awards
#OscarsSoWhite Creator April Reign Explains Why Diversity Isn't Enough

How do I book April Reign to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like April Reign 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 April Reign, 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 April Reign or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book April Reign for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for April Reign, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book April Reign are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire April Reign, 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 April Reign speak about?

April Reign is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Media, Social Activism, Social Justice, Government, Diversity & Inclusion, Influential Women, Consulting, Business Coaching, News & Media, Law, Modern Media, Black Heritage, Motivational, Female Leadership, Women and DEI.

Where does April Reign travel from?

April Reign generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for April Reign?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like April Reign 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 April Reign 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 April Reign 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.


April Reign is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Social Media, Social Activism and Social Justice. The estimated speaking fee range to book April Reign for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. April Reign generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Maya L. Harris, Ijeoma Oluo and Ellen McGirt. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling April Reign for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/02/2024.

April Reign Videos

Audra McDonald & April Reign Talk Women's History
#Oscarssowhite creator April Reign talks diversity in Academy Awards
#OscarsSoWhite Creator April Reign Explains Why Diversity Isn't Enough
Activist April Reign is attending the Academy Awards

April Reign Reviews

  • I had a fantastic experience with April Reign! April's keynote presentation was so wonderful, I've received nothing but very positive feedback about her talk, including from our university president. Thank you so much for such a powerful talk and a wonderful experience!
    Siena Heights University - Mar 05 2022

  • How do I book April Reign to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like April Reign 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 April Reign, 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 April Reign or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book April Reign for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for April Reign, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book April Reign are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire April Reign, 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 April Reign speak about?

    April Reign is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Media, Social Activism, Social Justice, Government, Diversity & Inclusion, Influential Women, Consulting, Business Coaching, News & Media, Law, Modern Media, Black Heritage, Motivational, Female Leadership, Women and DEI.
  • Where does April Reign travel from?

    April Reign generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for April Reign?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like April Reign 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 April Reign 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 April Reign 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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