Lily Zheng

Lily Zheng

Keynote Speaker: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategist and Consultant; Trans Rights Activist

Lily Zheng Biography

Lily Zheng (they/them) is a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategist and consultant who works with organizational leaders to turn their positive intentions into positive impact. A dedicated change-maker and advocate named a Forbes D&I Trailblazer, 2021 DEI Influencer, and Top Voice on Racial Equity, Zheng’s writing and opinions have been featured in the Harvard Business Review, New York Times, and NPR.

They are the author of "Gender Ambiguity in the Workplace" (2017), "The Ethical Sellout" (2019), and "DEI Deconstructed: Your No-Nonsense Guide to Doing the Work and Doing it Right" (2022). Zheng holds an MA in Sociology and BA in Psychology from Stanford University.

They live with their wife in the San Francisco Bay Area and can frequently be found putting together yet another all-black outfit and enjoying good Chinese food.

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Lily Zheng Speaking Topics

Bias-Aware Leadership: Tips and Tools for Managing Unconscious Bias

An unconscious bias training all about taking real action on interpersonal, organizational, and systemic levels.

Entering the Age of Corporate Social Justice

Detailing changing expectations of stakeholders to see companies do social justice work post-2020 and what to do.

Effective Allyship: Turning Good Intentions into Systemic Change

Tools, strategies, and frameworks for those at every level to do effective allyship and create equitable workplace systems.

Optimizing Your Organization’s DEI Strategy

The building blocks of effective DEI strategy, covering concepts, metrics, tactics, implementation, and sustainability.

Away from Purity: Centering Imperfection and Impact

Finding the balance between accountability and humility for organizations doing good. (Hint: it’s not cancel culture)

Lily Zheng Videos

Lily Zheng - The Tactics & Boundaries of the Ethical Sellout
Intentional Conversations with Dr. Nika White and Lily Zheng
Lily Zheng on gender ambiguity and transgender identity at work

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How much does it cost to book Lily Zheng for a speaking engagement?

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

Lily Zheng is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Human Resources, LGBTQ, Ethics & Integrity, Consulting, DEI, Gender Equality, Civil Rights, Culture, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Authors, Social Activism and Belonging.

Where does Lily Zheng travel from?

Lily Zheng generally travels from Mountain View, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Lily Zheng?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lily Zheng 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 Lily Zheng 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 Lily Zheng 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.


Lily Zheng is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Diversity & Inclusion, Human Resources and LGBTQ. The estimated speaking fee range to book Lily Zheng for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Lily Zheng generally travels from Mountain View, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Geena Rocero, Michelle MiJung Kim and Carin Taylor. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lily Zheng for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/12/2024.

Lily Zheng Speaking Topics

  • Bias-Aware Leadership: Tips and Tools for Managing Unconscious Bias

    An unconscious bias training all about taking real action on interpersonal, organizational, and systemic levels.

  • Entering the Age of Corporate Social Justice

    Detailing changing expectations of stakeholders to see companies do social justice work post-2020 and what to do.

  • Effective Allyship: Turning Good Intentions into Systemic Change

    Tools, strategies, and frameworks for those at every level to do effective allyship and create equitable workplace systems.

  • Optimizing Your Organization’s DEI Strategy

    The building blocks of effective DEI strategy, covering concepts, metrics, tactics, implementation, and sustainability.

  • Away from Purity: Centering Imperfection and Impact

    Finding the balance between accountability and humility for organizations doing good. (Hint: it’s not cancel culture)

Lily Zheng Videos

Lily Zheng - The Tactics & Boundaries of the Ethical Sellout
Intentional Conversations with Dr. Nika White and Lily Zheng
Lily Zheng on gender ambiguity and transgender identity at work

Lily Zheng Reviews

  • 15Five, Inc - Nov 28 2022

  • How do I book Lily Zheng to speak at my event?

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

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

    Lily Zheng is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Human Resources, LGBTQ, Ethics & Integrity, Consulting, DEI, Gender Equality, Civil Rights, Culture, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Authors, Social Activism and Belonging.
  • Where does Lily Zheng travel from?

    Lily Zheng generally travels from Mountain View, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Lily Zheng?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lily Zheng 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 Lily Zheng 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 Lily Zheng 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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