Mayor Aja Brown
Keynote Speaker: Transformational Community & Economic Development Leader; Former Mayor of Compton; Co-Founder of Compton Community Development Corporation
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Categories:Social Activism, Diversity & Inclusion, Art & Design, Political, Inspirational, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Influential Women, Youth, Motivational, Women's History Month, Strategic Leadership, Government, Executive Leadership, DEI, Anti-Racism, Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking
Mayor Aja Brown Biography
Aja Brown is a public servant, urban planning expert, and civic strategist recognized for being the youngest mayor elected in the City of Compton, California. Brown holds a bachelor's degree in public policy, urban planning, and development from the University of Southern California, as well as a master's degree in urban planning with a concentration in economic development from the USC Price School of Public Policy. Prior to her political career, Brown worked as an urban planner for the City of Inglewood, served as a Planning Commissioner for the City of Pasadena, and joined Compton's Redevelopment Agency as a Redevelopment Project Manager. She also co-founded Urban Vision Community Development Corporation, a nonprofit organization in Compton focused on community economic and youth development.
Brown entered politics as a newcomer, defeating 12 candidates, including a former mayor and the incumbent, to become Compton's youngest mayor at age 31 and the eighth consecutive African American elected to the position. Drawing on her background in urban planning, economic development, and community engagement, Brown implemented the "12-Point Vision for Compton" revitalization strategy, which introduced evidence-based initiatives and attracted significant private sector reinvestment. This approach resulted in more than $3 billion in new investment, a reduction in unemployment, and sustainable community benefits policies. Brown was reelected to a second four-year term as mayor, receiving 60.1% of the vote.
During her tenure, Brown addressed public safety by engaging Compton Bloods and Crips gang leaders through former members to negotiate peace, emphasizing conflict mitigation over heavy policing. This initiative contributed to a reduction in violent activity and crime by approximately 65 percent compared to historic highs. Brown also established Compton Empowered, an organization addressing gang issues by providing employment opportunities and supporting former gang members in community restoration. She secured federal support for Compton through the U.S. Department of Justice's Violence Reduction Network and implemented a Local Hiring Ordinance requiring a 35% local hiring preference for city-assisted development projects. Brown also participated in a coalition of mayors committed to guaranteed income, launching "The Compton Pledge," the largest city-based guaranteed income program in the country.
Brown's work has been recognized with honors such as the John F. Kennedy New Frontier Award, the University of Southern California Young Alumni Merit Award, and the National Action Network Martin Luther King Award. She has been featured in Elle, ESSENCE, TIME, Vogue, and Fast Company. Brown has participated in initiatives such as Policy Link and ESSENCE's All-In Cities Initiative, which convenes Black women mayors to collaborate on community development.
Following her mayoral service, Brown transitioned to the private sector as Strategic Impact Partner at FORWARD, a company that supports governments and nonprofits in delivering resources and funding to communities through technology-driven solutions. With experience spanning government administration, public policy, and GovTech, Brown is recognized as a leading expert in the field. She has authored op-eds in outlets such as Newsweek, discussing initiatives like the Dena Care Collective, a platform designed to provide direct cash assistance and relief to wildfire survivors in Altadena. As a keynote speaker, Brown addresses audiences across sectors on topics related to equity-driven, community-centered leadership.
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Mayor Aja Brown is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Social Activism, Diversity & Inclusion and Art & Design. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Mayor Aja Brown generally travels from Compton, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are America Ferrera, Kristie Kennedy and Shiza Shahid. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mayor Aja Brown for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Mayor Aja Brown for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Mayor Aja Brown, 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 Mayor Aja Brown, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Mayor Aja Brown speak about?
Mayor Aja Brown is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Activism, Diversity & Inclusion, Art & Design, Political, Inspirational, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Influential Women, Youth, Motivational, Women's History Month, Strategic Leadership, Government, Executive Leadership, DEI, Anti-Racism, Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking. -
Where does Mayor Aja Brown travel from?
Mayor Aja Brown generally travels from Compton, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Mayor Aja Brown?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mayor Aja Brown 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Mayor Aja Brown 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 Mayor Aja Brown 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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