Jennifer Cook
Keynote Speaker: Neurodiversity & Autism Advocacy Expert; Author of "Autism in Heels"; On-Camera Expert for Netflix's "Love on the Spectrum"
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Jennifer Cook Biography
Jennifer Cook is a neurodiversity expert, author, speaker, and consultant whose work focuses on autism, relationships, and human connection. Identified as being on the autism spectrum, Cook has drawn on her personal experience to create a body of work recognized for its impact in autism advocacy and education. An alumna of Brown University and Columbia University, she has worked as a social worker and teacher in both special needs and mainstream education, experiences that inform her advocacy and writing.
Cook is the author of nine books available in eight languages, including "The Asperkids (Secret) Book of Social Rules," the memoir "Autism in Heels," and "My Friend Julia: A Sesame Street Book About Autism." Her titles have earned distinctions such as Wall Street Journal Bestseller, Autism Society of America Book of the Year, Publishers Weekly Best Book, and multiple BookAuthority selections in categories including Best-Selling, Best Memoir, and Top Autism Books of All Time. Cook's work emphasizes autism advocacy, with a particular focus on girls on the spectrum.
She appears as the on-camera expert for Netflix's Emmy Award–winning "Love on the Spectrum" and serves as autism consultant for HBO Max's "The Pitt." Cook advises creative and storytelling initiatives for organizations including Sesame Street, Twitch, and Amazon. As an advisor to Sesame Workshop, she contributed to the development of Julia, the first autistic character on "Sesame Street," and the "See the Amazing in Every Child" initiative. She also appears in Joey Travolta's "Lights, Camera, Friendship!"
The Autism Society of America appointed Cook as chair of its Council of Autistic Advisors. She serves on the Autism Society of America Board of Directors, the advisory board of NEXT for Autism, and consults for Congress' Autism Research Panel. Cook is an international presenter who has spoken at venues including the White House, the National Institutes of Health, and to royal audiences in Europe. Her collaborations include work with the National Institutes of Health Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee, the President's Council on Disabilities, and Amy Poehler's Smart Girls.
In her work, Cook addresses social rules for neurodiverse individuals of all ages, providing coaching to support more connected and fulfilling lives. Her writing and presentations offer insights into the autistic experience, highlighting both challenges and opportunities within the neurodiverse community. Cook is a frequent speaker at conferences, corporate events, and educational seminars, contributing to the ongoing conversation around neurodiversity and autism awareness.
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Jennifer Cook Videos
Autism in Heels: The Untold Story of a Female Life on the Spectrum
Sisterhood of the Spectrum
The Asperkid's Game Plan: Extraordinary Minds, Purposeful Play... Ordinary Stuff
Asperkid's Launch Pad: Homes that Empower Everyday Superheroes
The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules: The Handbook of Not-So-Obvious Social Guidelines for Tweens and Teens With Asperger Syndrome
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What topics does Jennifer Cook speak about?
Jennifer Cook is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Neurodiversity, Belonging, Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health and Health & Wellness.
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Jennifer Cook generally travels from Charlotte, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Jennifer Cook is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Neurodiversity, Belonging and Author. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jennifer Cook for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jennifer Cook generally travels from Charlotte, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Haley Moss, Temple Grandin and Dani Bowman. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jennifer Cook for an upcoming event.
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Jennifer Cook Videos
BOOKS
Autism in Heels: The Untold Story of a Female Life on the Spectrum
Sisterhood of the Spectrum
The Asperkid's Game Plan: Extraordinary Minds, Purposeful Play... Ordinary Stuff
Asperkid's Launch Pad: Homes that Empower Everyday Superheroes
The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules: The Handbook of Not-So-Obvious Social Guidelines for Tweens and Teens With Asperger Syndrome
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I didn't find out I was autistic until I was an adult at 35
Jul 30, 2021 ... Growing up in West Caldwell, NJ, Jennifer Cook wouldn't play pretend with her Barbies. ... At age 35, Cook was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
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How do I book Jennifer Cook to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jennifer Cook 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 Jennifer Cook, 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 Jennifer Cook or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Jennifer Cook for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Jennifer Cook, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jennifer Cook are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jennifer Cook, 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 Jennifer Cook speak about?
Jennifer Cook is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Neurodiversity, Belonging, Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health and Health & Wellness. -
Where does Jennifer Cook travel from?
Jennifer Cook generally travels from Charlotte, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Jennifer Cook?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jennifer Cook 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 Jennifer Cook 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 Jennifer Cook 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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