Kristen Kish

Kristen Kish

Keynote Speaker: Emmy-Nominated Host of "Top Chef" & Season 10 Winner; Chef & Partner at Arlo Grey; NYT Bestselling Author

Kristen Kish Biography

Kristen Kish is the chef and partner of Arlo Grey in Austin, TX, a two-time Emmy-nominated host of Bravo’s award-winning series "Top Chef," a New York Times best-selling author for her memoir, “Accidentally on Purpose,” and the creator of Kish Aperitif.

A Korean adoptee raised in Michigan, Kish discovered her passion for cooking at a young age. After working her way through various kitchens in Boston, she competed on season 10 of “Top Chef,” ultimately winning the coveted title. Following her win, she published her first cookbook and starred in several other hit shows, including “Fast Foodies” on TruTV, “Iron Chef” on Netflix, and “Restaurants at the End of the World” on National Geographic/Disney+.

In 2023, Kish became the host of “Top Chef” for its 21st season. Both she and the show received nominations for Primetime Emmy Awards in Outstanding Host and Best Reality Competition Series, respectively.

She continues to expand her television presence, joining “The Traitors” US Season four and returning to the “Top Chef” kitchen with the spring premiere of “Top Chef: Carolinas”.

Kish has been recognized on many influential lists: TIME100’s Next, Adweek’s Creative 100, Marie Claire’s Power, and Variety’s 30 Most Powerful Women on Reality TV list.

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Kristen Kish Videos

Kristen Kish Reveals Why She Took the Hosting Role on Top Chef | WWHL
Kristen Kish's Journey to Becoming Top Chef | The Journey - YouTube
Adopteen Virtual Camp 2020 - Keynote Conversation with Kristen Kish

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How much does it cost to book Kristen Kish for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Kristen Kish, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Kristen Kish are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kristen Kish, 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 Kristen Kish speak about?

Kristen Kish is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Hospitality, Non-Fiction Authors, LGBTQ, Women, Female Leadership, Inspirational, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Television & Film and Reality TV.

Where does Kristen Kish travel from?

Kristen Kish 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 Kristen Kish?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kristen Kish 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 Kristen Kish 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 Kristen Kish 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.


Kristen Kish is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Hospitality and Non-Fiction Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Kristen Kish for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Kristen Kish 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 Carla Hall, Cat Cora and Roy Choi. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Kristen Kish for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/03/2026.

Kristen Kish Videos

Kristen Kish Reveals Why She Took the Hosting Role on Top Chef | WWHL
Kristen Kish's Journey to Becoming Top Chef | The Journey - YouTube
Adopteen Virtual Camp 2020 - Keynote Conversation with Kristen Kish
Life Stories: 'Top Chef' Winner Kristen Kish | NBC Asian America ...

Kristen Kish Reviews

  • We hope Kristen enjoyed her time at the Home Show as much as we enjoyed having her there! She engaged with the audience and even brought a lady up on stage to be her cooking partner which we thought was very nice!
    Ebbenzall Group - Nov 05 2013

  • Kristen was great! She was witty, humble and a pleasure to work with.
    Emmaus, Inc. - May 10 2013

Kristen Kish News

  • How do I book Kristen Kish to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Kristen Kish, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Kristen Kish are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kristen Kish, 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 Kristen Kish speak about?

    Kristen Kish is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Hospitality, Non-Fiction Authors, LGBTQ, Women, Female Leadership, Inspirational, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Television & Film and Reality TV.
  • Where does Kristen Kish travel from?

    Kristen Kish 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 Kristen Kish?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kristen Kish 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 Kristen Kish 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 Kristen Kish 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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