Richelieu Dennis

Richelieu Dennis

Keynote Speaker: Founder, Executive Chair & "Head Intern" of Sundial Group of Companies; Underserved Communities Beauty Products Entrepreneur

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Richelieu Dennis Biography

Richelieu Dennis is the founder, executive chair and self-described head intern of Sundial Brands, a pioneering beauty and personal care company dedicated to serving underserved communities through culturally authentic products and community commerce.

Born in Liberia and raised in the United States, Dennis built Sundial Brands from a small, family-run operation selling shea butter-based soaps inspired by his grandmother’s recipes into a global enterprise. Under his leadership, the company’s flagship brand, SheaMoisture, became one of the largest Black-founded beauty brands in the world, known for its commitment to natural ingredients, inclusive marketing and community reinvestment.

In 2017, Dennis led the sale of Sundial Brands to Unilever, marking one of the most significant acquisitions of a Black-owned beauty company. Following the transaction, he continued to champion inclusive entrepreneurship and economic empowerment, helping to launch initiatives that support women of color entrepreneurs and community-based businesses.

Dennis is also the founder of New Voices Foundation and the New Voices Fund, platforms created to provide capital, mentorship and infrastructure to women of color entrepreneurs. In addition, he is the founder of Essence Ventures, which acquired ESSENCE Communications Inc. and the iconic ESSENCE Festival of Culture, further advancing his commitment to building institutions that celebrate and invest in Black culture and enterprise.

As executive chair and head intern of the Sundial Group of Companies, Dennis continues to focus on purpose-driven brands, sustainable community commerce and long-term wealth creation for historically excluded communities.

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Richelieu Dennis Videos

A View From the Podium and a Vision for the Future of Black America
Richelieu Dennis Talks Essence Festival; Online Criticism, Target
Richelieu Dennis: How I Built Lasting Success

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Richelieu Dennis is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Art & Design, Beauty and Black Heritage.

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Richelieu Dennis generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Richelieu Dennis is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership and Art & Design. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Richelieu Dennis 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 Patrice Motsepe, Thando Hopa and Pat McGrath. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Richelieu Dennis for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 13/02/2026.

Richelieu Dennis Videos

A View From the Podium and a Vision for the Future of Black America
Richelieu Dennis Talks Essence Festival; Online Criticism, Target
Richelieu Dennis: How I Built Lasting Success
  • How do I book Richelieu Dennis to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Richelieu Dennis, 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 Richelieu Dennis, 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 Richelieu Dennis speak about?

    Richelieu Dennis is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Art & Design, Beauty and Black Heritage.
  • Where does Richelieu Dennis travel from?

    Richelieu Dennis 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 Richelieu Dennis?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Richelieu Dennis 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 Richelieu Dennis 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 Richelieu Dennis 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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