John Hope Bryant

John Hope Bryant

Keynote Speaker: Founder, Chairman & CEO at Operation HOPE, Bryant Group Ventures & The Promise Homes Company

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John Hope Bryant Biography

John Hope Bryant is an American entrepreneur, prominent thought leader, author, philanthropist, and a leading expert in financial literacy and economic inclusion. Referred to as the “conscience of capitalism” by numerous Fortune 500 CEOs, Bryant is the founder, chairman, and chief executive officer of Operation HOPE, Inc. the nation’s largest nonprofit provider of financial literacy services to youth and adults. Bryant is also chairman and chief executive officer of John Hope Bryant Holdings, Bryant Group Ventures, Bryant Group Advisors, and executive chairman of The Promise Homes Company, the largest for-profit minority-controlled owner of institutional-quality, single-family residential rental homes in the U.S.

Bryant is responsible for financial literacy becoming the official policy of the U.S. federal government. He is the only American citizen to ever inspire the renaming of a building on the White House campus; from the US Treasury Annex Building to the Freedman’s Bank Building, in honor of Lincoln’s unfinished work to teach freed slaves about money, in 1865. Bryant also inspired the Treasury Department to host a Freedman’s Bank Forum, which has continued annually under successive administrations.

Bryant was named in 2024 by TIME Magazine to their inaugural list of The Closers, 18 global leaders working to close the racial wealth gap, he is a CNBC Contributor, host of the iHeart Radio podcast, “Money and Wealth with John Hope Bryant,” a member of the CNBC Global Financial Wellness Council and the CNBC CEO Council, and a best-selling author of six books, including "Financial Literacy For All," released April 2024. He is one of the only bestselling authors on economics and business leadership in the world today who is African American.

Bryant’s financial empowerment work has been recognized by five U.S. Presidents. He has served as an advisor to three sitting U.S. presidents representing both political parties. Bryant has received hundreds of awards and citations for his work, including Oprah Winfrey’s “Use Your Life” Award, and the “John Sherman Award for Excellence in Financial Education” from the U.S. Department of Treasury.

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John Hope Bryant Speaking Topics

  • Social Impact
  • Motivational / Inspiration
  • Bridging the Wealth Gap
  • The Power of Relationship Capital
  • Financial Literacy / Economic Empowerment
  • Building a Business or Brand in Good and Bad Times
  • Influencer (Author, speaker)
  • Small Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Thriving in Difficult Times
  • Leadership over everything
  • The Art of Never Giving Up / Mentorship
  • Innovations in residential real estate

John Hope Bryant Videos

John Hope Bryant - Forbes
Financial literacy is a new civil rights issue: John Hope Bryant ...
One-on-one with John Hope Bryant

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Speaking fees for John Hope Bryant, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book John Hope Bryant are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire John Hope Bryant, 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 John Hope Bryant speak about?

John Hope Bryant is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Business Coaching, Authors, Leadership, Economy, Finance, Thought Leadership, Business Leadership and Literary.

Where does John Hope Bryant travel from?

John Hope Bryant generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for John Hope Bryant?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like John Hope Bryant 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 John Hope Bryant for your next private or corporate function.

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John Hope Bryant is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Business Coaching and Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book John Hope Bryant for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. John Hope Bryant generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Earl G. Graves, Jr., Arlan Hamilton and Janice Howroyd. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling John Hope Bryant for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/08/2024.

John Hope Bryant Speaking Topics

    • Social Impact
    • Motivational / Inspiration
    • Bridging the Wealth Gap
    • The Power of Relationship Capital
    • Financial Literacy / Economic Empowerment
    • Building a Business or Brand in Good and Bad Times
    • Influencer (Author, speaker)
    • Small Business and Entrepreneurship
    • Thriving in Difficult Times
    • Leadership over everything
    • The Art of Never Giving Up / Mentorship
    • Innovations in residential real estate

John Hope Bryant Videos

John Hope Bryant - Forbes
Financial literacy is a new civil rights issue: John Hope Bryant ...
One-on-one with John Hope Bryant
Money20/20 | Keynote Interviews | John Hope Bryant, Founder ...

John Hope Bryant Reviews

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  • How do I book John Hope Bryant to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for John Hope Bryant, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book John Hope Bryant are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire John Hope Bryant, 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 John Hope Bryant speak about?

    John Hope Bryant is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Business Coaching, Authors, Leadership, Economy, Finance, Thought Leadership, Business Leadership and Literary.
  • Where does John Hope Bryant travel from?

    John Hope Bryant generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for John Hope Bryant?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like John Hope Bryant 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 John Hope Bryant 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 John Hope Bryant 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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