Keith Boykin

Keith Boykin

Keynote Speaker: NYT Bestselling Author; Leading Commentator on Politics, Race & LGBTQ Issues

Keith Boykin Biography

Keith Boykin is a New York Times best-selling author of several notable books. His recent works include "Race Against Time: The Politics of a Darkening America" (2021), "Quitting: Why I Left My Job to Live a Life of Freedom" (2022), and the forthcoming "Why Does Everything Have to Be About Race?" (2024).

A seasoned academic, Boykin has enriched students at American University in Washington, D.C., the Institute for Research in African-American Studies at Columbia University, and City College of New York. He served as a White House aide to President Bill Clinton and has made significant contributions as a leading TV commentator on politics, race, and sexual orientation.

Boykin's impact extends beyond academia and media. He is a co-founder and first board president of the National Black Justice Coalition and has been recognized with a Lambda Literary Award. His media roles have been diverse, including co-hosting the BET talk show "My Two Cents," starring in the Showtime reality TV series "American Candidate," and serving as an associate producer for the film "Dirty Laundry." Furthermore, Boykin has been featured in media productions like BET’s "Being Mary Jane" and was the featured male model in the 2022 Ralph Lauren "Pride" campaign. He continues to engage audiences with his nationally syndicated column and the online video series "Black Vote, Black Power" for Word In Black news.

Boykin's life experiences are as vast as his professional pursuits; he has lived in 12 cities and visited 48 of the 50 United States. Currently residing in Los Angeles, his journey reflects a commitment to activism, education, and media, shaping public discourse around critical societal issues.

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Keith Boykin Videos

Unpacking 'Why Does Everything Have to be About Race?'
Keith Boykin | The New Conversation with Dr. Dwight A. McBride | S2 Ep 2
Keith Boykin: America’s Overdue Reckoning with Systemic Racism

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What topics does Keith Boykin speak about?

Keith Boykin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Entertainers, Television & Film, Celebrity, Journalism, Broadcasting, Political, LGBTQ, Black Heritage, Social Activism and Culture.

Where does Keith Boykin travel from?

Keith Boykin generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Keith Boykin?

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Keith Boykin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Diversity & Inclusion, Entertainers and Television & Film. The estimated speaking fee range to book Keith Boykin for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Keith Boykin generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Anderson Cooper, Ijeoma Oluo and Roland Martin. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Keith Boykin for an upcoming event.

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

Keith Boykin Videos

Unpacking 'Why Does Everything Have to be About Race?'
Keith Boykin | The New Conversation with Dr. Dwight A. McBride | S2 Ep 2
Keith Boykin: America’s Overdue Reckoning with Systemic Racism
Keith Boykin: The New Jim Crow
Keith Boykin speaks about coming out at Harvard Law School
  • How do I book Keith Boykin to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Keith Boykin, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Keith Boykin are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Keith Boykin, 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 Keith Boykin speak about?

    Keith Boykin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Entertainers, Television & Film, Celebrity, Journalism, Broadcasting, Political, LGBTQ, Black Heritage, Social Activism and Culture.
  • Where does Keith Boykin travel from?

    Keith Boykin generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Keith Boykin?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Keith Boykin 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 Keith Boykin 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 Keith Boykin 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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