Sean Gold
Keynote Speaker: Disability Advocate & Nonverbal Storyteller; Host of "Crippled By Culture" Podcast
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Sean Gold Biography
Sean Gold is a Black, disabled, gay author, disability rights advocate, and speaker based in Saint Louis, Missouri. Living with cerebral palsy and non-speaking, Gold uses texting and a voice transcriber to challenge stereotypes and reframe what leadership and communication can look like.
Gold’s 2019 TEDx talk on inclusion and representation has reached over 17,000 viewers worldwide. As host of the podcast Crippled by Culture, he has interviewed high-profile guests such as Jeannie Mai, Durand Bernarr, and Lachi, exploring the intersection of disability, pop culture, and identity.
As an Amazon #1 new release author, Gold has written two books, including the celebrated children’s title "The ABCs of Disabilities." His storytelling centers Black disabled joy, authentic LGBTQ+ representation, and the dismantling of ableism in everyday life.
With more than 25,000 engaged followers across social media, Gold has become a leading voice in conversations about accessibility, intersectionality, and inclusive media. He served as Vice President of Festability, Saint Louis’s annual disability pride festival, and is the current Webmaster at St. Louis Publishers Association.
Gold speaks nationally on topics including: disability and media representation; intersectionality in advocacy; accessibility in entertainment and live events and building authentic allyship. His presentations blend personal narrative, cultural insight, and actionable takeaways — leaving audiences informed, challenged, and inspired.
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Sean Gold Speaking Topics
Accessibility isn’t just about ramps and elevators; it’s about creating spaces where everyone can participate fully, whether online or in person. Sean Gold explains why digital and physical accessibility must go hand-in-hand, sharing practical strategies to make events, websites, classrooms, and communities truly inclusive.
Disability intersects with every aspect of identity: race, gender, sexual orientation, and more, but is often overlooked in these conversations. Sean Gold explores how disability weaves into all identities and why understanding this intersectionality is essential for real equity and inclusion.
Ableism is the everyday discrimination and systemic barriers that disabled and chronically ill people face, often invisibly. Sean Gold breaks down the many forms of ableism takes from subtle microaggressions to outright exclusion, and reveals how it harms individuals and communities. Through personal stories and cultural examples, he equips audiences with the awareness and tools to identify ableism in their lives, workplaces, and society, and to actively challenge it to create more inclusive spaces.
Living at the intersection of Blackness and disability, Sean Gold highlights how disability often gets erased in racial justice discussions. He celebrates the contributions, resilience, and culture of Black disabled communities while advocating for centering these voices in conversations about racism, police violence, poverty, and systemic inequities.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how disabled people communicate and access the world. Sean Gold explores how AI can function like, or even expand upon, traditional augmentative communication (AAC) devices, empowering independence, creativity, and connection. Audiences will gain a clear understanding of AI’s potential as an inclusive tool, as well as its limitations, and why embracing it can open new doors rather than create barriers.
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How do I book Sean Gold to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Sean Gold 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 Sean Gold, 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 Sean Gold or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Sean Gold for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Sean Gold, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Sean Gold are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sean Gold, 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 Sean Gold speak about?
Sean Gold is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Disability, DEI, LGBTQ, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Belonging, Author, College, TED and Podcast Host.
Where does Sean Gold travel from?
Sean Gold generally travels from St. Louis, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Sean Gold?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sean Gold 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 Sean Gold 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 Sean Gold 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.
Sean Gold is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage and Disability. The estimated speaking fee range to book Sean Gold for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Sean Gold generally travels from St. Louis, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are J Mase III, Caprice D. Hollins and Kylar Broadus. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sean Gold for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Sean Gold Speaking Topics
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Accessibility in a Digital and Physical World
Accessibility isn’t just about ramps and elevators; it’s about creating spaces where everyone can participate fully, whether online or in person. Sean Gold explains why digital and physical accessibility must go hand-in-hand, sharing practical strategies to make events, websites, classrooms, and communities truly inclusive.
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Intersectionality of Disabilities
Disability intersects with every aspect of identity: race, gender, sexual orientation, and more, but is often overlooked in these conversations. Sean Gold explores how disability weaves into all identities and why understanding this intersectionality is essential for real equity and inclusion.
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Ableism
Ableism is the everyday discrimination and systemic barriers that disabled and chronically ill people face, often invisibly. Sean Gold breaks down the many forms of ableism takes from subtle microaggressions to outright exclusion, and reveals how it harms individuals and communities. Through personal stories and cultural examples, he equips audiences with the awareness and tools to identify ableism in their lives, workplaces, and society, and to actively challenge it to create more inclusive spaces.
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Black Disabled History and Culture
Living at the intersection of Blackness and disability, Sean Gold highlights how disability often gets erased in racial justice discussions. He celebrates the contributions, resilience, and culture of Black disabled communities while advocating for centering these voices in conversations about racism, police violence, poverty, and systemic inequities.
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AI: Modern-Day Accessibility and Communication Tool
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how disabled people communicate and access the world. Sean Gold explores how AI can function like, or even expand upon, traditional augmentative communication (AAC) devices, empowering independence, creativity, and connection. Audiences will gain a clear understanding of AI’s potential as an inclusive tool, as well as its limitations, and why embracing it can open new doors rather than create barriers.
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How do I book Sean Gold to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Sean Gold 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 Sean Gold, 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 Sean Gold or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Sean Gold for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Sean Gold, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Sean Gold are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sean Gold, 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 Sean Gold speak about?
Sean Gold is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Disability, DEI, LGBTQ, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Belonging, Author, College, TED and Podcast Host. -
Where does Sean Gold travel from?
Sean Gold generally travels from St. Louis, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Sean Gold?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sean Gold 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 Sean Gold 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 Sean Gold 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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