Juliette Kayyem

Juliette Kayyem

Keynote Speaker: Homeland Security Expert, CNN Analyst, Harvard Faculty Chair

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Juliette Kayyem Biography

Juliette Kayyem is currently the faculty chair of the Homeland Security and Security and Global Health Projects at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. She also serves as CNN Senior National Security Analyst and is a contributing writer to The Atlantic. Kayyem previously served as President Obama’s Assistant Secretary for Intergovernmental Affairs at the Department of Homeland Security, where she was involved in operations such as the H1N1 pandemic and the BP Oil Spill response. She was also responsible for major policy efforts in immigration reform and community resiliency.

Prior to her role in the Obama administration, Kayyem was Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick’s homeland security advisor. She guided regional planning, the state's first interoperability plan, and oversaw the National Guard. Her extensive background in public service also includes positions as a member of the National Commission on Terrorism, a legal advisor to US Attorney General Janet Reno, and a trial attorney and counselor in the Civil Rights Division at the Justice Department. She has authored or edited six books, including "The Devil Never Sleeps: Learning to Live in an Age of Disasters" and "Security Mom." Her editorial work earned her a finalist position for the Pulitzer Prize in 2013.

Currently, Kayyem is a Senior Advisor to Teneo and provides security advice and consulting services to numerous Fortune 500 companies and startups. She remains engaged in academic and training initiatives, including recent work with Bloomberg Philanthropies and Harvard University to train city leaders in pandemic planning. In 2021, she won the Telly Award for her digital series on climate change, and in 2023, she received the Lifetime Achievement Pinnacle Award from the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce.

Additionally, Kayyem is a board member of several organizations, including Mass Inc., the International Centre for Sport Security, The Alliance for Business Leadership, and the Red Cross of MA. She is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the Trilateral Commission. A graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Law School, she is married to First Circuit Court of Appeals Judge David Barron and is a mother of three children. She founded Kayyem Solutions, LLC, a company that offers strategic advice to various sectors including technology, risk management, and mega-event planning.

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Juliette Kayyem Videos

What Resiliency Means - Juliette Kayyem - YouTube
Juliette Kayyem on Security Mom… | 2016 Miami Book Fair - YouTube
Juliette Kayyem

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What topics does Juliette Kayyem speak about?

Juliette Kayyem is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Security & Defense, Journalism, Authors and World Affairs.

Where does Juliette Kayyem travel from?

Juliette Kayyem generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Juliette Kayyem?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Juliette Kayyem 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 Juliette Kayyem for your next private or corporate function.

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Juliette Kayyem is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Security & Defense, Journalism and Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Juliette Kayyem for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Juliette Kayyem generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tyler Cohen Wood, Chuck Freilich and Scott Augenbaum. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Juliette Kayyem for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Juliette Kayyem Videos

What Resiliency Means - Juliette Kayyem - YouTube
Juliette Kayyem on Security Mom… | 2016 Miami Book Fair - YouTube
Juliette Kayyem
Security Mom Juliette Kayyem Discusses Zika, The "Ferguson Effect ...
  • How do I book Juliette Kayyem to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Juliette Kayyem, 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 Juliette Kayyem, 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 Juliette Kayyem speak about?

    Juliette Kayyem is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Security & Defense, Journalism, Authors and World Affairs.
  • Where does Juliette Kayyem travel from?

    Juliette Kayyem generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Juliette Kayyem?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Juliette Kayyem 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 Juliette Kayyem 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 Juliette Kayyem 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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