Malik Yoba

Malik Yoba

Keynote Speaker: Actor Known for his NAACP Image Award-Winning Role in "New York Undercover"

Malik Yoba Biography

Although the Hollywood veteran Malik Yoba offers over three decades of commitment to the arts with over fifty film credits and more than a dozen lead roles in network/cable television series, he considers himself a community and youth advocate first.

Born in the South Bronx and raised in Harlem, it was his debut in the 1993 Disney classic Cool Runnings and his performance as NYPD Detective J.C. Williams in the groundbreaking nineties police drama, "New York Undercover," that catapulted Yoba into the fabric of American culture. A serial entrepreneur, he is the founder and CEO of Yoba Development Yoba Development a diversified portfolio company specializing in real estate, education, and media. As a mission-driven firm, they are committed to building human capacity through education and media while simultaneously pursuing sustainable, affordable and market rate mixed-use development projects in transitioning neighborhoods. Yoba Development has active real estate projects in New York, Baltimore, Augusta GA, Chicago and Charleston.

In 2022, Yoba received an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Livingstone College.

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Malik Yoba Videos

Malik Yoba - Keynote @ The Lives of Men Wellness Conference
Malik Yoba on His History in the Borough of Brooklyn, and New ...
Malik Yoba Tests Out British Accent From "Paradox" + Seeing Dame ...

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How much does it cost to book Malik Yoba for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Malik Yoba, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Malik Yoba are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Malik Yoba, 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 Malik Yoba speak about?

Malik Yoba is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Creativity, Diversity & Inclusion, Entrepreneurship, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Entertainers, Acting and Celebrity.

Where does Malik Yoba travel from?

Malik Yoba 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 Malik Yoba?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Malik Yoba 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 Malik Yoba 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 Malik Yoba 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.


Malik Yoba is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Innovation, Creativity and Diversity & Inclusion. The estimated speaking fee range to book Malik Yoba for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Malik Yoba 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 Gabourey Sidibe, Wendy Raquel Robinson and Issa Rae. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Malik Yoba for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/07/2024.

Malik Yoba Videos

Malik Yoba - Keynote @ The Lives of Men Wellness Conference
Malik Yoba on His History in the Borough of Brooklyn, and New ...
Malik Yoba Tests Out British Accent From "Paradox" + Seeing Dame ...
One-On-One With Malik Yoba From 'Empire' | msnbc - YouTube

Malik Yoba News

  • How do I book Malik Yoba to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Malik Yoba, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Malik Yoba are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Malik Yoba, 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 Malik Yoba speak about?

    Malik Yoba is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Creativity, Diversity & Inclusion, Entrepreneurship, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Entertainers, Acting and Celebrity.
  • Where does Malik Yoba travel from?

    Malik Yoba 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 Malik Yoba?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Malik Yoba 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 Malik Yoba 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 Malik Yoba 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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