Cliff Sims

Cliff Sims

Keynote Speaker: Entrepreneur, Author & Communications Strategist; Former Director of White House Message Strategy; Chairman of Telegraph Creative; Founder of C.D. Sims & Co.

Cliff Sims Biography

Cliff Sims is an entrepreneur, author, and communications strategist with experience in government, media, and business. Sims is the founder of C.D. Sims & Co. providing strategic advising to companies and individuals.

Sims founded Yellowhammer News, a conservative news organization in Alabama, where his investigative reporting influenced state politics and contributed to governmental changes. He later served as a communications advisor for Donald Trump’s presidential campaign and was appointed Special Assistant to the President and Director of White House Message Strategy. In this role, Sims contributed to shaping presidential messaging and supported the administration’s legislative efforts, including the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

During his tenure in the White House, Sims worked closely with President Trump and developed communication strategies under significant scrutiny and political pressure. He authored the memoir "Team of Vipers," a New York Times bestseller that provides an insider’s perspective on the Trump administration. Following the book’s publication, Sims returned to government service as Deputy Director of National Intelligence for Strategy and Communications, where he advised on national security messaging and advocated for strategic initiatives. He received the Director’s Exceptional Achievement Award for his work in this role.

In the private sector, Sims is chairman at Telegraph Creative, a Birmingham-based marketing and branding firm, leading business development projects. He is also recognized as a public speaker, with appearances on national media outlets and experience overseeing speechwriting for events such as the Republican National Convention. Sims’ career spans political communications, media strategy, and business leadership

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Cliff Sims Videos

Interview on Government Doomsday Bunkers | Cliff Sims
Interview on Trump White House Experiences | Cliff Sims
Podcast Interview on White House Insights | Cliff Sims

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What topics does Cliff Sims speak about?

Cliff Sims is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Athlete, Broadcasting, Journalist, News & Media, Conservative, Republican, Entrepreneurship, Business Leadership, Communication, Political, Government, E-Commerce, Host & Emcee, Geopolitics, World Affairs, Bestselling Authors, Security & Defense, Crisis Management, Political Science, Executive Leadership, Storytelling, Christian, Strategic Leadership, Business Consulting, Author, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.

Where does Cliff Sims travel from?

Cliff Sims 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 Cliff Sims?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Cliff Sims 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 Cliff Sims for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Cliff Sims is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Basketball, Athlete and Broadcasting. The estimated speaking fee range to book Cliff Sims for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Cliff Sims 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 Ben Stein, Peter Diamandis and Peter Guber. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Cliff Sims for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 18/09/2025.

Cliff Sims Videos

Interview on Government Doomsday Bunkers | Cliff Sims
Interview on Trump White House Experiences | Cliff Sims
Podcast Interview on White House Insights | Cliff Sims
Podcast on Political Career Beginnings | Cliff Sims
Podcast on Early Life and Politics | Cliff Sims

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  • How do I book Cliff Sims to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Cliff Sims, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Cliff Sims, 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 Cliff Sims speak about?

  • Where does Cliff Sims travel from?

    Cliff Sims 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 Cliff Sims?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Cliff Sims 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 Cliff Sims 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 Cliff Sims 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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