Salli Richardson-Whitfield

Salli Richardson-Whitfield

Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Actress, Director & Producer; Known for Directing "The Gilded Age" & "Black-ish"

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Salli Richardson-Whitfield Biography

Salli Richardson-Whitfield is an actress, producer, and television director.

Noteworthy roles in her acting career include her performance in "A Low Down Dirty Shame" and her portrayal of Dr. Allison Blake on the Syfy series "Eureka." In addition, Richardson-Whitfield has lent her voice to the animated series "Gargoyles", portraying the character Elisa Maza.

Richardson-Whitfield has directed episodes of several popular TV series such as "Queen Sugar," "Scandal," "Black-ish," and "Luke Cage." This transition was met with acclaim, earning her multiple awards and nominations. She received a Black Reel Award for Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series for her work on "Black-ish," and an NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series for "Luke Cage."

Richardson-Whitfield's work has continued to develop and evolve. In 2020, she signed a project development deal with HBO and directed episodes of "The Gilded Age" and an untitled Lakers project. She was recognized with the 2024 Gracie Award for Director and Producer for her contributions to "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty" and "The Gilded Age" respectively.

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How much does it cost to book Salli Richardson-Whitfield for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Salli Richardson-Whitfield, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Salli Richardson-Whitfield, 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 Salli Richardson-Whitfield speak about?

Salli Richardson-Whitfield is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Celebrity, Black Heritage, History and Author.

Who is the agent for Salli Richardson-Whitfield?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Salli Richardson-Whitfield 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 Salli Richardson-Whitfield 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 Salli Richardson-Whitfield 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.


Salli Richardson-Whitfield is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Actor, Celebrity and Black Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Salli Richardson-Whitfield for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Salli Richardson-Whitfield can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Nicole Ari Parker, Cynthia Erivo and Lynn Whitfield. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Salli Richardson-Whitfield for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 26/06/2025.

Salli Richardson-Whitfield Videos

Salli Richardson-Whitfield Explains Pivoting From Acting
Salli Richardson-Whitfield Recalls Her Big Acting Break

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  • How do I book Salli Richardson-Whitfield to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Salli Richardson-Whitfield, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Salli Richardson-Whitfield, 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 Salli Richardson-Whitfield speak about?

    Salli Richardson-Whitfield is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Celebrity, Black Heritage, History and Author.
  • Who is the agent for Salli Richardson-Whitfield?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Salli Richardson-Whitfield 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 Salli Richardson-Whitfield 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 Salli Richardson-Whitfield 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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