Jodie Patterson
Keynote Speaker: Author, Entrepreneur & Public Speaker; Co-Owner of Joe's Pub at the Public Theater; Author of "The Bold World"
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Categories:Author, Social Activism, Entrepreneurship, Women in Business, Art & Design, Beauty, LGBTQ, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women's Empowerment, Non-Fiction Authors, Business Leadership, Black Heritage, Motivational, Diversity & Inclusion, Influential Women, Female Leadership, Women, Leadership, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Women's History Month, Family & Parenting, Emotional Intelligence, Civil Rights, Black History Month
Jodie Patterson Biography
Jodie Patterson is an author, activist, entrepreneur, and public speaker whose work focuses on identity, gender, race, and personal freedom. Patterson began her career with a degree in literature from Spelman College and held entry-level positions at major New York City publishing houses. She later served as director of public relations for fashion designer Zac Posen and as fashion director of sales for Vibe Magazine. Patterson also operated her own boutique public relations agency, collaborating with brands such as Nike, Virgin Records, Sean John, and Lincoln Center.
Patterson is an entrepreneur who co-owns Joe's Pub at the Public Theater, a venue she helped co-found. She also co-founded two beauty brands centered on women of color, both of which have been featured in publications including O Magazine, The New York Times, Glamour, and Vogue. Cosmopolitan recognized her as Beauty Skin Expert of the Year. Patterson works with Mount Sinai Hospital on transgender medicine and health disparities initiatives. Her experience spans the arts, fashion, medicine, and civil rights, providing a multidimensional perspective on diversity, inclusion, and social justice.
Patterson’s advocacy is informed by personal experience. When her child expressed a transgender identity, Patterson began a journey to understand gender and to help shift family and community perspectives. Her first book, "The Bold World: A Memoir of Family and Transformation," explores these themes and has been recognized by Alice Walker. Patterson’s second book, "Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope," has received multiple awards and has been distributed to public schools in Kansas. She has delivered a TEDx Talk in Germany titled "Gender is Obsolete."
Patterson became the first Black person elected chair of the Human Rights Campaign Board, the largest LGBT organization in the United States. The United Nations recognized her as a Champion of Change. Her work has been acknowledged by The Advocate, Family Circle, Essence, Cosmopolitan, and Yahoo!. Patterson has partnered with organizations such as L'Oreal, GAP, Princeton University, NYU, Brooklyn Museum, Memorial Sloan Kettering, NASDAQ, UBER, TEDx, and Cannes Lions. A former circus acrobat with the Big Apple Circus, Patterson brings a dynamic presence to her public speaking engagements, drawing on her diverse background in advocacy, publishing, beauty, and the performing arts.
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What topics does Jodie Patterson speak about?
Jodie Patterson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Social Activism, Entrepreneurship, Women in Business, Art & Design, Beauty, LGBTQ, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women's Empowerment, Non-Fiction Authors, Business Leadership, Black Heritage, Motivational, Diversity & Inclusion, Influential Women, Female Leadership, Women, Leadership, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Women's History Month, Family & Parenting, Emotional Intelligence, Civil Rights and Black History Month.
Where does Jodie Patterson travel from?
Jodie Patterson generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Jodie Patterson?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jodie Patterson 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 Jodie Patterson for your next private or corporate function.
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Jodie Patterson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Social Activism and Entrepreneurship. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jodie Patterson for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Jodie Patterson generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Maya Wiley, AJ Hikes and Jasmine Crowe-Houston. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jodie Patterson for an upcoming event.
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Genderless Mothering, Malleable Mindset & Starfishing - a Path Forward
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Jodie Patterson Reviews
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The conversation was consistently engaging, and Jodie provided helpful, actionable advice. Really excellent conversation. I appreciated the courage, honesty, and originality of the remarks from both the speaker and the moderator.
Covington & Burling LLP - Jul 07 2025 -
Gartner, Inc. - Jul 10 2024
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The session with Jodie Patterson was great!
Troutman Pepper - Jun 14 2024 -
The feedback we received was universally positive and we are grateful to have someone of Jodie's wisdom and vision share her stories with us!
Bayer - Jul 07 2022
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How do I book Jodie Patterson to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jodie Patterson 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 Jodie Patterson, 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 Jodie Patterson or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Jodie Patterson for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Jodie Patterson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jodie Patterson are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jodie Patterson, 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 Jodie Patterson speak about?
Jodie Patterson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Social Activism, Entrepreneurship, Women in Business, Art & Design, Beauty, LGBTQ, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women's Empowerment, Non-Fiction Authors, Business Leadership, Black Heritage, Motivational, Diversity & Inclusion, Influential Women, Female Leadership, Women, Leadership, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Women's History Month, Family & Parenting, Emotional Intelligence, Civil Rights and Black History Month. -
Where does Jodie Patterson travel from?
Jodie Patterson generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Jodie Patterson?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jodie Patterson 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 Jodie Patterson 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 Jodie Patterson 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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