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Linda Cliatt-Wayman

Linda Cliatt-Wayman

Keynote Speaker: Former Inner-City Principal in North Philadelphia; Education & Leadership Development Expert; CEO & Founding Partner of CurrentlyTrending

Linda Cliatt-Wayman Biography

Linda Cliatt-Wayman is an inspiring educator, leader, and advocate for inner-city youth. She gained national recognition for her work as a principal in the Philadelphia public school system, where she turned around some of the city's most troubled and violent high schools.

Linda grew up in poverty in North Philadelphia and was determined to make a difference in the lives of students who faced similar challenges. She pursued a career in education, eventually becoming a teacher and later moving into leadership roles within the district.

As a principal, Wayman led Strawberry Mansion High School, one of the most dangerous schools in the country, where she transformed the culture by focusing on love, discipline, and accountability. Her efforts led to significant improvements in both the academic and behavioral performance of the students, and her work was featured in numerous media outlets, including ABC's World News Tonight and Nightline.

Wayman’s leadership philosophy centers around a deep commitment to her students and a belief that all children can learn and succeed when given the right support and environment. Her mantra, "So what, now what?" became famous for its focus on pushing through obstacles and continuously striving for progress, regardless of challenges.

In addition to her work in schools, Linda Cliatt-Wayman is also a speaker and author, sharing her experiences and insights on education reform, leadership, and the importance of equity in education. Her TED Talk, "How to Fix a Broken School? Lead Fearlessly, Love Hard," has been viewed millions of times and continues to inspire educators and leaders around the world.

After retiring from her role as a principal, Linda has remained active in education advocacy and consulting, continuing to fight for systemic change and support for students in underserved communities.

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Linda Cliatt-Wayman Videos

Linda Cliatt-Wayman: How to fix a broken school? Lead fearlessly, love hard
Linda Cliatt Wayman, Leadership Speaker
Linda Cliatt Wayman – Whose Keynote Is It Anyway?!

How do I book Linda Cliatt-Wayman to speak at my event?

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How much does it cost to book Linda Cliatt-Wayman for a speaking engagement?

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

Linda Cliatt-Wayman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Educational Motivation, Education Policy Reform, Female Leadership, Youth, Overcoming Adversity, Education, STEM Education, Inspirational, Motivational, Business Leadership, Leadership, Workshop, Psychology and Neuroscience.

Where does Linda Cliatt-Wayman travel from?

Linda Cliatt-Wayman generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Linda Cliatt-Wayman?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Linda Cliatt-Wayman 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 Linda Cliatt-Wayman 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 Linda Cliatt-Wayman 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.


Linda Cliatt-Wayman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Educational Motivation, Education Policy Reform and Female Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Linda Cliatt-Wayman for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Linda Cliatt-Wayman generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Erin Gruwell, Liz Dozier and Keith L. Brown. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Linda Cliatt-Wayman for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 15/10/2024.

Linda Cliatt-Wayman Videos

Linda Cliatt-Wayman: How to fix a broken school? Lead fearlessly, love hard
Linda Cliatt Wayman, Leadership Speaker
Linda Cliatt Wayman – Whose Keynote Is It Anyway?!

Linda Cliatt-Wayman News

  • Students of Struggling Philadelphia High School Start Using ...

    In this 2013 image, Strawberry Mansion High School principal Linda Cliatt- Wayman talks with Malaysia, then a sophomore at the school. ABC News. Share.

  • TED Blog

    On her first day as a principal in a North Philadelphia school, Linda Cliatt-Wayman was determined to lay down the law and set clear expectations. She called her students into the auditorium and told them how things would go at that school. But one voice interrupted her. “Miss,” called out a girl named Ashley, “why do you keep calling this a school? This is not a school.” The question resonated with her, says Cliatt-Wayman. After 20 years of teaching in the same impoverished North Philly schools where she’d gotten her own education, Ashley had gotten straight to the heart of what she’d never quite been able to articulate.

  • How do I book Linda Cliatt-Wayman to speak at my event?

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

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

    Linda Cliatt-Wayman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Educational Motivation, Education Policy Reform, Female Leadership, Youth, Overcoming Adversity, Education, STEM Education, Inspirational, Motivational, Business Leadership, Leadership, Workshop, Psychology and Neuroscience.
  • Where does Linda Cliatt-Wayman travel from?

    Linda Cliatt-Wayman generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Linda Cliatt-Wayman?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Linda Cliatt-Wayman 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 Linda Cliatt-Wayman 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 Linda Cliatt-Wayman 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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