Shanelle Gabriel
Keynote Speaker: Internationally Acclaimed Spoken Word Poet, Lupus Patient Advocate & Communications Specialist
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Shanelle Gabriel Biography
Shanelle Gabriel is an internationally touring speaker, poet, and lupus advocate from Brooklyn, NY, celebrated for transforming events with her blend of spoken word, storytelling, and insight. From HBO’s Def Poetry Jam to Carnegie Hall, the Vatican, and global festivals, her performances have captivated audiences worldwide. She has shared stages with icons including Jill Scott, Nas, Nikki Giovanni, and Kerry Washington, and is known for delivering experiences that audiences never forget.
Gabriel’s specialty lies in creating dynamic keynotes that weave spoken word poetry into powerful conversations on resilience, unity, creativity, and thriving with chronic illness. Diagnosed with lupus in 2004, she brings authenticity and inspiration to every stage, offering messages that resonate across industries. She has delivered keynotes for the National Press Club alongside the former NIH Director, ADCOLOR, BioNJ’s Innovation Celebration, and the 2025 Congressional Briefing on Lupus Research on Capitol Hill. Her international health and arts advocacy and artistry have been featured on the cover of USA Today, in Women’s Health, and on the Lifetime Network.
Audiences and event organizers particularly value Gabriel’s signature “poetic recaps”—custom closing and themed poems that distill the essence of a conference or event mission into an unforgettable finale. She has brought this unique offering to Fast Company’s Innovation Festival, the Girl Scouts of Greater NY, and numerous national conferences. She has crafted poetic messaging for national campaigns with Pandora music, the NFL Draft, Hershey, and more.
In addition, Gabriel has hosted and emceed major events with Lincoln Center, the Museum of the City of New York, the African Diaspora Awards, University of California-Riverside Alumni Gala, and the Billie Holiday Theater. With her background in Communications and a master’s degree from Columbia University, Gabriel has lectured at NYU’s Steinhardt School of Education, The New School, Georgia State University on healing through the arts, utilizing poetry and hip-hop as pathways for genuine understanding and community connection. She has also spoken at hospitals and bio pharma companies on ways to center the patient voice and improve the patient-provider relationship.
Whether as a keynote speaker, performer, or emcee, Shanelle Gabriel elevates events by leaving audiences inspired, connected, and energized long after the final word.
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What topics does Shanelle Gabriel speak about?
Shanelle Gabriel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Poetry, Music, Performing Arts, Health & Wellness, Medicine, Autoimmune Disease, Non-Profit, Personal Growth, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion and Education.
Where does Shanelle Gabriel travel from?
Shanelle Gabriel generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Shanelle Gabriel?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Shanelle Gabriel 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 Shanelle Gabriel 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 Shanelle Gabriel 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.
Shanelle Gabriel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Poetry, Music and Performing Arts. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Shanelle Gabriel generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Malcolm London, Russell Lehmann and Denice Frohman. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Shanelle Gabriel for an upcoming event.
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Shanelle was phenomenal - she arrived early, was fully prepared and a joy to work with. Her keynote was a perfect fit for our audience, and our advocates were truly inspired by her message.
Inizio Evoke Comms on behalf of Johnson & Johnson - Nov 17 2025
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How do I book Shanelle Gabriel to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Shanelle Gabriel 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 Shanelle Gabriel, 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 Shanelle Gabriel or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Shanelle Gabriel for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Shanelle Gabriel, 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 Shanelle Gabriel, 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 Shanelle Gabriel speak about?
Shanelle Gabriel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Poetry, Music, Performing Arts, Health & Wellness, Medicine, Autoimmune Disease, Non-Profit, Personal Growth, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion and Education. -
Where does Shanelle Gabriel travel from?
Shanelle Gabriel generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Shanelle Gabriel?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Shanelle Gabriel 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 Shanelle Gabriel 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 Shanelle Gabriel 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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