Mara Brock Akil
Keynote Speaker: Emmy Award-Winning Television Writer & Producer Known for "Girlfriends," "Black Lightning" & "Stamped from the Beginning"; Founder of Akil Productions & Story27
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Mara Brock Akil Biography
Mara Brock Akil has carved out an impressive career in the American television industry. At age 30, she became the youngest African American showrunner on broadcast network television, a feat she achieved with the sitcom "Girlfriends". Brock Akil continued to blaze trails, creating "Being Mary Jane," BET's first drama series, and co-creating the romantic drama "Love Is" on OWN. As an executive producer, she also played a significant role in the DC Arrowverse series "Black Lightning" on The CW. Her prowess extends beyond the small screen, with her screenplay for the film "Sparkle" earning a nomination for Outstanding Screenplay at the Black Reel Awards.
Adding to her portfolio, Brock Akil founded Akil Productions in 2000 and Story27 with Netflix in 2021, further solidifying her foothold in the industry. Her association with Netflix yielded three series and one documentary, demonstrating her versatile storytelling abilities. Her extensive work as a screenwriter and producer also includes renowned shows such as "Moesha," "The Jamie Foxx Show," and "Cougar Town". Outside of her production endeavors, Brock Akil has also contributed to public discussions and media interviews, often discussing her career and the portrayal of black women on television.
Brock Akil's contributions to the television industry have not gone unnoticed. Her list of accolades includes the Legacy Award at the AAFCA TV Honors, the Industry Visionary Award from the American Black Film Festival, and the Trailblazer Award by the Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association, all of which she received in the mid-2020s. Other notable honors include the Shot Caller Award by Black Girls Rock! and the Visionary Award at the Essence Black Women In Hollywood Awards. On top of these, her documentary "Stamped from the Beginning" was nominated for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking at the Primetime Emmy Awards, further showcasing her diverse talents.
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Mara Brock Akil is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Black Heritage, Celebrity and Television & Film. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Mara Brock Akil generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tracee Ellis Ross, Gabrielle Union and Tia Mowry. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mara Brock Akil for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Mara Brock Akil for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Mara Brock Akil, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Mara Brock Akil, 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 Mara Brock Akil speak about?
Mara Brock Akil is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Black Heritage, Celebrity, Television & Film and Comedian. -
Where does Mara Brock Akil travel from?
Mara Brock Akil generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Mara Brock Akil?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mara Brock Akil 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 Mara Brock Akil 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 Mara Brock Akil 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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