Rob Smith
Keynote Speaker: Campaign-Level Digital Influencer & Political Commentator, Iraq War Veteran, Author of "Always a Soldier: Service, Sacrifice, and Coming Out as America’s Favorite Black, Gay Republican"
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Rob Smith Biography
Rob Smith is a nationally recognized political commentator, digital media strategist, and content creator with a social media reach of over 2 million followers across X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. He is the Founder and CEO of Rob Smith Media, where he produces political and cultural commentary and consults on digital media strategy and brand positioning.
A decorated United States Army veteran, Smith served as an infantryman during Operation Iraqi Freedom, including deployments to the Middle East. His military service and firsthand experience inform his public commentary on leadership, service, national security, civic duty, and American political culture.
Smith holds a Bachelor’s degree in Advertising and Communications from Syracuse University and a Master’s degree in Journalism from Columbia University’s School of Journalism. Following his military service and academic training, he worked in advertising and brand strategy on Madison Avenue, where he developed expertise in large-scale messaging, audience engagement, and narrative development.
He later transitioned into journalism and political media, working as a producer and multimedia journalist and becoming a frequent on-air commentator. Smith has appeared in more than 150 national and international television news segments, discussing U.S. politics, culture, global affairs, and the evolving role of digital platforms in shaping public discourse. He is the author of the memoir, "Always a Soldier: Service, Sacrifice, and Coming Out as America’s Favorite Black, Gay Republican", which chronicles his experience as a gay, Black U.S. Army veteran & conservative.
In addition to his media work, Smith is an experienced public speaker who has delivered talks at major corporations and academic institutions, including Google, Yale University, Vanderbilt University, Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank and others. His speaking engagements focus on politics, digital media trends, leadership, identity, and communication in a rapidly changing cultural landscape.
Smith also regularly consults with campaigns, nonprofits, businesses, and organizations on digital media strategy, personal brand development, and audience engagement — particularly around navigating politically charged environments and cultural polarization.
Known for his direct, authentic communication style and his ability to reach diverse audiences, Rob Smith brings together military credibility, journalistic training, and large-scale digital influence. His work sits at the intersection of politics, culture, and media, making him a compelling voice for campaigns seeking credible, high-impact digital amplification.
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Rob Smith Speaking Topics
An unapologetically Conservative social media superstar with over 2 million followers across X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, Rob Smith has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, GQ, The Daily Mail, Newsweek, and more. What does influence in Washington, D.C. look like in the age of independent content creators who command massive followings on social media - and the ears of the most powerful people on Capitol Hill? Rob will speak to the power of brand building on social media, retaining integrity in the unregulated space of compensated influencers and content creators, and how EVERYONE in D.C. now wants a piece of the influencer/content creator market.
A decorated Iraq War Veteran, Rob Smith has served multiple tours in the Middle East as a U.S. Army Infantryman. As a political commentator, he has appeared in over 150+ national and international news segments discussing military issues, Middle East issues, and more including Veteran’s Affairs as well as the complex geopolitical issues surrounding the UAE and its relationship with America as well as other allies. As the Trump administration enters into business and other relationships with countries in the Middle East, Rob will speak to what this means, his own experiences in ME countries during war and in peacetime, and how this can benefit average, everyday Americans.
As America’s appetite for AI rises exponentially, tech companies are eager to satisfy it, but at what cost? Data Centers are touted by tech platforms as job creators and welcome additions to many rural communities across America, but is that the whole truth? Rob Smith is a Senior Fellow for Digital Media and Emerging AI Technologies at the Rainey Center for Public Policy. He works with local politicians all across the country on these issues, and will share pros and cons about the data centers as well as concerns from local and rural communities.
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What topics does Rob Smith speak about?
Rob Smith is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as LGBTQ, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Military, Veterans, Conservative, Republican and Political.
Where does Rob Smith travel from?
Rob Smith 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 Rob Smith?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Rob Smith 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 Rob Smith for your next private or corporate function.
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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.
Rob Smith is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including LGBTQ, Black Heritage and Black History Month. The estimated speaking fee range to book Rob Smith for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Rob Smith 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 Shoshana Johnson, Deshauna Barber and Shane Ortega. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Rob Smith for an upcoming event.
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Rob Smith Speaking Topics
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WE ARE THE CULTURE NOW: HOW CONSERVATIVE MEDIA PERSONALITIES ARE SHAPING THE FUTURE OF AMERICAN POLITICS
An unapologetically Conservative social media superstar with over 2 million followers across X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, Rob Smith has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, GQ, The Daily Mail, Newsweek, and more. What does influence in Washington, D.C. look like in the age of independent content creators who command massive followings on social media - and the ears of the most powerful people on Capitol Hill? Rob will speak to the power of brand building on social media, retaining integrity in the unregulated space of compensated influencers and content creators, and how EVERYONE in D.C. now wants a piece of the influencer/content creator market.
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THE UNITED STATES AND THE NEW MIDDLE EAST
A decorated Iraq War Veteran, Rob Smith has served multiple tours in the Middle East as a U.S. Army Infantryman. As a political commentator, he has appeared in over 150+ national and international news segments discussing military issues, Middle East issues, and more including Veteran’s Affairs as well as the complex geopolitical issues surrounding the UAE and its relationship with America as well as other allies. As the Trump administration enters into business and other relationships with countries in the Middle East, Rob will speak to what this means, his own experiences in ME countries during war and in peacetime, and how this can benefit average, everyday Americans.
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HOW AI AND DATA CENTERS IMPACT RURAL AND LOCAL COMMUNITIES ACROSS AMERICA
As America’s appetite for AI rises exponentially, tech companies are eager to satisfy it, but at what cost? Data Centers are touted by tech platforms as job creators and welcome additions to many rural communities across America, but is that the whole truth? Rob Smith is a Senior Fellow for Digital Media and Emerging AI Technologies at the Rainey Center for Public Policy. He works with local politicians all across the country on these issues, and will share pros and cons about the data centers as well as concerns from local and rural communities.
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How do I book Rob Smith to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Rob Smith 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 Rob Smith, 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 Rob Smith or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Rob Smith for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Rob Smith, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Rob Smith are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Rob Smith, 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 Rob Smith speak about?
Rob Smith is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as LGBTQ, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Military, Veterans, Conservative, Republican and Political. -
Where does Rob Smith travel from?
Rob Smith 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 Rob Smith?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Rob Smith 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 Rob Smith 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 Rob Smith 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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