Deshauna Barber
Keynote Speaker: First Soldier Miss USA; Advocate for Women & Veterans’ Rights; Founder of Women Veterans For Change; U.S. Army Captain (Ret.)
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Deshauna Barber Biography
Deshauna Barber is a trailblazer in leadership, advocacy, and public speaking, uniquely combining her military experience with a passion for social impact. As the first soldier to be crowned Miss USA, Deshauna has used her platform to champion the rights of servicewomen, veterans, and marginalized communities, advocating tirelessly on Capitol Hill and in public forums. She is the founder of Women Veterans For Change.
With over 11 years of service as a logistics commander in the U.S. Army Reserve, Captain Barber led the 988th Petroleum Detachment Unit at Fort Meade, Maryland, demonstrating strategic leadership and operational excellence. Her STEM background as an IT Analyst for the U.S. Government further solidifies her technical expertise, which she seamlessly integrates into her advocacy work.
In 2019, Deshauna became the youngest President & CEO of the Service Women’s Action Network (SWAN), where she spearheaded significant organizational growth, including a dramatic increase in funding and staffing. Her ability to forge strategic partnerships with major corporations like Procter & Gamble and Walmart has elevated SWAN’s mission, bringing critical issues affecting servicewomen and veterans to the forefront.
A sought-after international speaker, Deshauna has delivered transformative keynotes for Fortune 500 companies such as Goldman Sachs, Google, Verizon, Coca-Cola, and Amazon. Her messages on leadership, diversity, equity, inclusion, and mental health resonate deeply, inspiring organizations and individuals to pursue meaningful change.
Deshauna’s academic credentials include a bachelor’s degree in business management, a master’s in computer information systems, and a Diversity and Inclusion certification from Cornell University. She has been featured on The Steve Harvey Show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Daily Show, Live with Kelly, Good Morning America, and in publications like Glamour and Diversity Magazine, where her impact and leadership continue to inspire.
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Deshauna Barber Speaking Topics
Army Captain Deshauna Barber has served her country for over almost a decade. Her mother, father, sister and brother are all army veterans that have made sacrifices for this country. In this speech Deshauna emphasizes the need for organizations to say less and do more. She implores corporations to give back to the veteran community without hesitation and uses her experience as an Army officer to provide ideas and strategies that companies can use to benefit service members and their families.
Deshauna discusses her challenges as a double minority in the Army and an extended career in government as an IT Analyst. She uses this presentation to equipt organizations with the tools necessary to drive an inclusive work environment for all its employees. She delivers an honest and transparent message that emphasizes the important of a diverse work environment. She provides an in depth, interactive strategic plan that helps employees and management analyze, diagnose, and address diversity and inclusion issues. She uses her experience and certification to help organizations support a strategic, sustainable approach to diversity and inclusion management.
Deshauna has a story unlike no other. In this speech she discusses her battles and how she turned her hurdles into her stepping stones to greatness. Deshauna is a survivor of child sexual abuse and after the recent loss of her mother to lung cancer she encourages her audience to fight through their personal traumas. No one’s life is perfect or lacking obstacles. Deshauna’s story of perseverance proves that hurdles are not barriers to our goals but stepping stones to climbing over our everyday battles.
Deshauna is most known for her groundbreaking graduation speeches and her ability to energize her audience. In this speech she discusses her frustration with finding an entry level position after achieving her bachelor’s degree in business management. It is easy to believe that the road to success is straight and leveled. Her transparent story of her difficult journey to becoming a highly requested, six-figure motivational speaker leaves her audience feeling hopeful for each of their dreams.
Having spent so many years in two very male dominated industries, Deshauna understands the struggle of being the only woman in the room. Her experiences in the STEM industry and the U.S. military have both shown her the importance of representation and the need to empower women to break through the glass ceilings of industries that lack a diverse footprint. She uses her platform to encourage women to be fearless, unapologetic and resilient. She inspires women around the globe to never lose sight of how important our presence is as a decision-maker. In her "I Don't Like Being Told Its A Man's World" speech she emphasizes the importance of a woman's voice being included in every space, every room and most importantly every decision.
Deshauna Barber Videos
How do I book Deshauna Barber to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Deshauna Barber for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Deshauna Barber, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Deshauna Barber, 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 Deshauna Barber speak about?
Deshauna Barber is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, STEM, STEM Education, Computer Science, Technology, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Veterans, Mental Health, Motivational, Overcoming Adversity, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Female Leadership, Commencement, Influential Women, Health & Wellness, Women and DEI.
Where does Deshauna Barber travel from?
Deshauna Barber 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 Deshauna Barber?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Deshauna Barber 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 Deshauna Barber 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 Deshauna Barber 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.
Deshauna Barber is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Military, STEM and STEM Education. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Deshauna Barber 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 Shoshana Johnson, Amelia Rose Earhart and Tom Voss. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Deshauna Barber for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Deshauna Barber Speaking Topics
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“Support Our Troops” Is More Than A Slogan- Veteran Support
Army Captain Deshauna Barber has served her country for over almost a decade. Her mother, father, sister and brother are all army veterans that have made sacrifices for this country. In this speech Deshauna emphasizes the need for organizations to say less and do more. She implores corporations to give back to the veteran community without hesitation and uses her experience as an Army officer to provide ideas and strategies that companies can use to benefit service members and their families.
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A Diverse Organization Increases the Success of An Organization- Diversity and Inclusion
Deshauna discusses her challenges as a double minority in the Army and an extended career in government as an IT Analyst. She uses this presentation to equipt organizations with the tools necessary to drive an inclusive work environment for all its employees. She delivers an honest and transparent message that emphasizes the important of a diverse work environment. She provides an in depth, interactive strategic plan that helps employees and management analyze, diagnose, and address diversity and inclusion issues. She uses her experience and certification to help organizations support a strategic, sustainable approach to diversity and inclusion management.
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A Hurdle Doesn’t Have to Be A Barrier – Overcoming Adversity
Deshauna has a story unlike no other. In this speech she discusses her battles and how she turned her hurdles into her stepping stones to greatness. Deshauna is a survivor of child sexual abuse and after the recent loss of her mother to lung cancer she encourages her audience to fight through their personal traumas. No one’s life is perfect or lacking obstacles. Deshauna’s story of perseverance proves that hurdles are not barriers to our goals but stepping stones to climbing over our everyday battles.
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Success: 100 No’s Before A Single Yes- Inspiring Young Professionals
Deshauna is most known for her groundbreaking graduation speeches and her ability to energize her audience. In this speech she discusses her frustration with finding an entry level position after achieving her bachelor’s degree in business management. It is easy to believe that the road to success is straight and leveled. Her transparent story of her difficult journey to becoming a highly requested, six-figure motivational speaker leaves her audience feeling hopeful for each of their dreams.
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I Don’t Like Being Told “It’s A Man’s World” – Women’s Empowerment
Having spent so many years in two very male dominated industries, Deshauna understands the struggle of being the only woman in the room. Her experiences in the STEM industry and the U.S. military have both shown her the importance of representation and the need to empower women to break through the glass ceilings of industries that lack a diverse footprint. She uses her platform to encourage women to be fearless, unapologetic and resilient. She inspires women around the globe to never lose sight of how important our presence is as a decision-maker. In her "I Don't Like Being Told Its A Man's World" speech she emphasizes the importance of a woman's voice being included in every space, every room and most importantly every decision.
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Deshauna Barber Reviews
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I would recommend Deshuana!
Agriculture Future of America - Nov 15 2023 -
Deshauna Barber's commencement address was a huge hit!
Norwich University - May 24 2022 -
Deshauna was perfect for our event, so glad it worked out!
Becton, Dickinson & Company - Dec 15 2017 -
She did a great job, but for future events it could be helpful to have about 10-15 minutes to talk with Deshauna before her appearance, both to help give her some background and to help guide her presentation.
Inova Heart & Vascular Institute - Oct 27 2017
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How do I book Deshauna Barber to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Deshauna Barber 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 Deshauna Barber, 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 Deshauna Barber or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Deshauna Barber for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Deshauna Barber, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Deshauna Barber, 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 Deshauna Barber speak about?
Deshauna Barber is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, STEM, STEM Education, Computer Science, Technology, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Veterans, Mental Health, Motivational, Overcoming Adversity, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Female Leadership, Commencement, Influential Women, Health & Wellness, Women and DEI. -
Where does Deshauna Barber travel from?
Deshauna Barber 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 Deshauna Barber?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Deshauna Barber 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 Deshauna Barber 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 Deshauna Barber 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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