Gerry G. Garvin

Gerry G. Garvin

Keynote Speaker: Chef, Host of "Turn Up the Heat with G. Garvin, Author

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Gerry G. Garvin Biography

Acclaimed chef, cookbook author and host Gerry Garvin (a.k.a. G. Garvin) is most widely known for his television series, "Turn Up the Heat with G. Garvin," now in its seventh season on TV One and currently running in Brazil. The shows increasing popularity has earned the talented artist a second series on the same network entitled "G. Garvin: The Road Tour," which premiered in 2007 as a special presentation. Garvin's impressive resume and philanthropic efforts has warranted such accolades as the 2007 Man of the Year award by Women Moving Forward in Business and Third Best TV Chef by Southwest Airlines Spirit Magazine in 2006 (behind Jacques Pepin and Emeril Lagasse.) Additionally, Garvin has been a popular guest on both "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" and "Good Morning America." As well as the "Mo'Nique show," Fox 5 Atlanta and other major news shows.

Garvin is also a notable author. His first cookbook, NAACP nominate '"Turn Up the Heat" with G. Garvin' (Wiley & Sons) debuted in October 2006. Its widespread success quickly prompted a second printing and won an American Literacy Award. It was also chosen as a participant in the 2006 Library of Congress National Book Festival. Garvin's highly anticipated sophomore effort, "Make it Super Simple with G. Garvin," a collection of recipes for super simple, healthful and delectable dishes, was chosen as a participant in the 2006 Library of Congress National Book Festival. Garvin's highly anticipated sophomore effort, "Make it Super Simple" with G. Garvin, a collection of recipes for super simple, healthful and delectable dishes, was released in February 2008.

Garvin's third cookbook, aptly titled, "Dining In," released in October 2008 and was recently nominated for an NAACP Image Award. "Dining In" features all new, fine dining recipes that will provide even the most inexperienced cooks with recipes and guidance to create the most impressive gourmet meals at home.

Garvin has mastered offering a one-size-fits-all approach to cooking -- sophisticated simplicity -- proving that even the most basic cooking palate can create the most flavorful of dishes. Ever the entrepreneur, Garvin has developed his own line of spices, called the G. Garvin Spice Line.

To further make an indelible mark on culinary history through the One Bite At At Time Foundation, Garvin has launched his culinary boot camp which is geared towards kids ages 16 to19, who will experience not only the education side of the culinary field but also experience the hospitality, restaurant front of house, management and operational skills as well as hands on cooking experience. Through this seven day sleep over camp Garvin expects to change lives at introduce kids to a new career choice which is the culinary arts.

Through Garvin's efforts he hopes to aid in breaking down the diversity barriers within not only the cooking industry, but in society as a whole where chefs of color are often categorized more often by race than profession. Also in 2011, he released his memoir, "The Making of A Chef."

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Gerry G. Garvin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Gerry G. Garvin for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Gerry G. Garvin can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are James Miles, Bob Chapman and Gary Vider. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Gerry G. Garvin for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.
  • How do I book Gerry G. Garvin to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Gerry G. Garvin, 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 Gerry G. Garvin, 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.
  • Who is the agent for Gerry G. Garvin?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Gerry G. Garvin 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 Gerry G. Garvin for your next private or corporate function.
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    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 Gerry G. Garvin 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.
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