Marcus Bright

Marcus Bright

Keynote Speaker: Author of “Brighter Ways Forward" & Social Impact Leader

Marcus Bright Biography

Marcus Bright, Ph.D, is an author and social impact leader who has worked across the country to build partnerships and put processes in place that have generated access, opportunities, and resources for diverse populations of people. He has published commentary in various publications over the last decade including the Huffington Post, The Grio, and the Miami Herald as well as being a regular contributor to Diverse: Issues in Higher Education. He has hosted a television show that was nominated for a Regional Emmy Award and has spoken across the country on a variety of topics related to public policy, education, and social justice.

His book, “Brighter Ways Forward: Reflections on Sports, Tech, and Socioeconomic Mobility” features an in-depth exploration of the role of sports and tech and how they can be leveraged for socioeconomic mobility. It spans many social issues and contains a multifaceted analysis of problems in each area and recommendations and strategies for progress and solutions.

Bright has previously taught public administration and public policy at Florida International University, Lynn University, City University of New York Medgar Evers College, Florida Atlantic University, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst and was Executive Director of Education for a Better America (EBA); a non-profit organization that partnered with school districts, universities, churches, and community organizations in over 15 cities across the nation to conduct educational programming and enhance public policy engagement.

As the Senior Advisor for the Rising Coaches Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Alliance, which is made up of a dozen social justice and minority coaching organizations and is among the largest organized groups of basketball coaches in the World, Bright helped to lead an “Equality and Inclusion Campaign” across college basketball that included partnerships with over 150 colleges and universities.

Bright was district administrator for the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project, a school-system based dropout prevention and mentorship program that serves thousands of boys for four years and has held administrative posts at Florida International University, City University of New York Medgar Evers College, Miami-Dade County Economic Advocacy Trust, and the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Office of Educational Equity, Access, and Diversity.

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Marcus Bright Speaking Topics

Leveraging Sports and Technology to Expand Socioeconomic Mobility

The audience will gain an increased level of understanding about the various ways in which sports and technology can help individuals and communities rise above socioeconomic challenges.

Accelerating Achievement, Fulfillment, and Opportunity for Individuals and Organizations

This presentation will lay out principles and strategies for the acceleration of the achievement of aspirations and targets as well as unpack keys to cultivating and sustaining inner fulfillment while on the journey.

Customized Presentations on Advancing Access and Success for Diverse Populations

Dr. Bright will work with the organizers to design workshops/presentations where the audience will learn about challenges, opportunities, and solutions that a specific population faces and be inspired to act.

Marcus Bright Videos

Dr. Marcus Bright speaking at the ETS Student Achievement Reception
Coming up on Real Talk
Dr. Marcus Bright Speaking

How do I book Marcus Bright to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Marcus Bright 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 Marcus Bright, 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 Marcus Bright or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Marcus Bright for a speaking engagement?

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

Marcus Bright is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sports, Sports Motivation, Diversity & Inclusion, Author, Personal Growth, DEI, Motivational, Inspirational, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding and Youth.

Where does Marcus Bright travel from?

Marcus Bright generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Marcus Bright?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Marcus Bright 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 Marcus Bright 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 Marcus Bright 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.


Marcus Bright is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Sports, Sports Motivation and Diversity & Inclusion. The estimated speaking fee range to book Marcus Bright for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Marcus Bright generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jacob Thompson, Catherine Garceau and Edwin De La Rosa. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Marcus Bright for an upcoming event.

Marcus Bright Speaking Topics

  • Leveraging Sports and Technology to Expand Socioeconomic Mobility

    The audience will gain an increased level of understanding about the various ways in which sports and technology can help individuals and communities rise above socioeconomic challenges.

  • Accelerating Achievement, Fulfillment, and Opportunity for Individuals and Organizations

    This presentation will lay out principles and strategies for the acceleration of the achievement of aspirations and targets as well as unpack keys to cultivating and sustaining inner fulfillment while on the journey.

  • Customized Presentations on Advancing Access and Success for Diverse Populations

    Dr. Bright will work with the organizers to design workshops/presentations where the audience will learn about challenges, opportunities, and solutions that a specific population faces and be inspired to act.

Marcus Bright Videos

Dr. Marcus Bright speaking at the ETS Student Achievement Reception
Coming up on Real Talk
Dr. Marcus Bright Speaking
  • How do I book Marcus Bright to speak at my event?

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

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

    Marcus Bright is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sports, Sports Motivation, Diversity & Inclusion, Author, Personal Growth, DEI, Motivational, Inspirational, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding and Youth.
  • Where does Marcus Bright travel from?

    Marcus Bright generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Marcus Bright?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Marcus Bright 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 Marcus Bright 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 Marcus Bright 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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