Jen Waldman

Jen Waldman

Keynote Speaker: Broadway Acting Coach & Creativity Expert; Founder of Jen Waldman Studio; Former Broadway Performer in "Wicked" & "Titanic"; Professor at NYU Tisch School of the Arts

Jen Waldman Biography

Jen Waldman is a Broadway acting coach and the founder of Jen Waldman Studio, a New York City training center and creative home for Broadway actors. Waldman's clients have appeared in numerous Broadway musicals, and the studio is recognized for its holistic and strategic approach to developing an artist's craft and career. She has worked with more than 1,000 artists, including Tony Award winners and nominees, to develop their creative voice and technique. The studio also offers a scholarship program for artists committed to using their art for social impact.

Before establishing her coaching career, Waldman performed on Broadway, making her debut in the musical "Titanic" and later appearing in "Wicked" as Nessarose, the Wicked Witch of the East. Her work as a director and choreographer has been seen in New York City and theaters nationwide. In addition to her work at Jen Waldman Studio, Waldman has served as the artistic director of Hangar Theatre and co-artistic director of Breaking Bread Theatre.

Waldman's expertise in creativity, leadership, and communication extends beyond theater. She has collaborated with Simon Sinek on the Speak Like a Leader workshop, contributed to Seth Godin's Real Skills Conference, and partnered with organizations from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Waldman and Sinek joined forces after he learned she was using the Golden Circle framework to inspire artists, leading to joint efforts to help individuals across industries discover and activate their purpose. She delivers keynotes and workshops internationally on creativity, effective communication, and leadership development.

Waldman received a proclamation from the City of New York for her work supporting marriage equality. She served a five-year term as the theater chair of the National YoungArts Foundation and is a professor at NYU Tisch School of the Arts. Waldman co-hosts "The Long and the Short of It" with leadership development expert Peter Shepherd, a podcast focused on creativity, courage, and meaningful work, with listeners in more than 100 countries. Through her career as a performer, director, educator, and speaker, Waldman is recognized for her contributions to creativity, leadership, and authentic storytelling in the performing arts and beyond.

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What topics does Jen Waldman speak about?

Jen Waldman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women's Empowerment, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Leadership, Host & Emcee, Inspirational, Performing Arts, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.

Where does Jen Waldman travel from?

Jen Waldman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Jen Waldman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Personal Growth, Empowerment and Women's Empowerment. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jen Waldman for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Jen Waldman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Nicole Yeary, Arlan Hamilton and Cynthia Germanotta. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jen Waldman for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 23/07/2026.

Jen Waldman Videos

Jen Waldman: Defining Empathy, Purpose, Integrity, and Inclusion ...
  • How do I book Jen Waldman to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jen Waldman 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 Jen Waldman, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jen Waldman or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Jen Waldman for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Jen Waldman, 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 $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jen Waldman, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Jen Waldman speak about?

  • Where does Jen Waldman travel from?

    Jen Waldman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Jen Waldman?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jen Waldman 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jen Waldman 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 Jen Waldman 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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