Jennifer Gray Thompson
Keynote Speaker: Founder & CEO of After the Fire USA; Host of "How to Disaster" Podcast
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Jennifer Gray Thompson Biography
Jennifer Gray Thompson, now renowned as the CEO of After The Fire USA, LLC and After the Fire USA (501c3), has a story that could only be described as a journey of resilience and determination. Once a high school dropout, homeless teenager, and a poverty-stricken single mom, Thompson's trajectory changed drastically when she self-funded her education and earned a Master's of Public Administration from the University of Southern California's Price School of Public Policy.
Thompson's personal and professional life took a pivotal turn when she became the Executive Director of Rebuild NorthBay Foundation (RNBF) in 2017 after devastating fires in San Francisco's North Bay. In 2020, in response to the Era of Megafires, RNBF created After the Fire USA, a nonprofit organization dedicated to aiding those affected by these increasingly frequent and destructive events. Her dedication to this effort is a testament to her leadership abilities and her commitment to service.
Thompson's influence extends beyond her RNBF and After the Fire USA role. In 2022, she was named to Forbes' 50 over 50 IMPACT List and was appointed to the Bipartisan Policy Center Disaster Response Reform Task Force in 2023. She also testified in front of the US Senate in December of 2023 on the subject of codifying disaster block grant funds, further highlighting her expertise and dedication to disaster management.
Beyond her roles in these organizations, Thompson is also the host of the podcast "How to Disaster," where she has published over 70 episodes. This platform allows her to share survivor experiences, best practices, and mitigation measures to ensure safety in the face of disasters. Her ability to articulate these complex and sensitive topics with empathy and clarity truly showcases her exceptional communication skills and her expertise in disaster management. She is a nationally recognized subject matter expert (SME) in mega-fire recovery and presents at several national conferences. Thompson has also been featured in local, regional, and national news outlets as a subject matter expert on mega-fire recovery and resiliency.
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Jennifer Gray Thompson Speaking Topics
Jennifer Gray Thompson firmly believes we have to run towards the issue and not flee. She does not subscribe to climate doom/fatalism.
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What topics does Jennifer Gray Thompson speak about?
Jennifer Gray Thompson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Environmental Activism, Climate Change, Environmental Science, Environment, Influential Women, Executive Leadership, Non-Profit, Podcast Host, Female Leadership, Social Activism, Inspirational, Sustainability, Crisis Management, Conservation, Animals & Wildlife, Resilience and Overcoming Adversity.
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Jennifer Gray Thompson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Environmental Activism, Climate Change and Environmental Science. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jennifer Gray Thompson for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jennifer Gray Thompson can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Anne Therese Gennari, Thimali Kodikara and Amali Tower. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jennifer Gray Thompson for an upcoming event.
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Jennifer Gray Thompson Speaking Topics
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Climate Change & Disasters
Jennifer Gray Thompson firmly believes we have to run towards the issue and not flee. She does not subscribe to climate doom/fatalism.
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Mega-Fire: A Solvable Crisis
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Community: Emergent Leaders, Resiliency, Recovery, Rebuilding, Innovation
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Humanity: Disasters Reveal
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Leadership in Disaster
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Jennifer Gray Thompson Videos
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The Fire Within: Jennifer Gray Thompson Has a Passion for Community Recovery
You might say that Jennifer Gray Thompson, a Sonoma resident helping communities rebuild after life-changing wildfires and megafires, was destined for this line of work. But with her mission rooted in community disaster, she continues to suffer an inherent degree of unease. “I still get afraid, and I’ve learned to live with a certain degree of anxiety,” she says.
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Under the Sun: Jennifer Gray Thompson, gamechanger
I'm a tragic optimist, I think that we're likely to burn down or be evacuated several more times in our lives. But I also believe we will act...
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What happens after the fire
NPR's Pien Huang speaks to Jennifer Gray Thompson, founder and CEO of After the Fire USA, about what to expect from long-term recovery after...
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Sonoma disaster expert Jennifer Gray Thompson makes Forbes' 50 over 50 women impact list
Today, Gray Thompson is a leading national expert in recovery from wildfire, working from ground zero to the federal level to empower local ...
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How do I book Jennifer Gray Thompson to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jennifer Gray Thompson 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 Gray Thompson, 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 Jennifer Gray Thompson or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Jennifer Gray Thompson for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Jennifer Gray Thompson, 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 Gray Thompson are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jennifer Gray Thompson, 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 Jennifer Gray Thompson speak about?
Jennifer Gray Thompson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Environmental Activism, Climate Change, Environmental Science, Environment, Influential Women, Executive Leadership, Non-Profit, Podcast Host, Female Leadership, Social Activism, Inspirational, Sustainability, Crisis Management, Conservation, Animals & Wildlife, Resilience and Overcoming Adversity. -
Who is the agent for Jennifer Gray Thompson?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jennifer Gray Thompson 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 Jennifer Gray Thompson 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 Gray Thompson 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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