Tonya Lewis Lee
Keynote Speaker: Author, Producer, Filmmaker & Entrepreneur; Women's Health Activist
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Categories:Author, Health & Wellness, Educational Motivational, Social Activism, Family & Parenting, Creativity, College, Political, Children's Authors, Diversity & Inclusion, Inspirational, Graduation, Business, Women, Influential Women, Communication, Education, Celebrity, Marketing, Culture, Women's Health, Black Heritage
Tonya Lewis Lee Biography
Tonya Lewis Lee is an award-winning filmmaker, author, entrepreneur, and advocate for women's health. She is the president of her production company, Madstone Company Inc., and founder and CEO of her women-focused vitamin supplement business, Movita Organics.
A seasoned film and TV producer, Lewis Lee’s work often explores the personal impact of social justice issues. She directed the Peabody award-winning "Aftershock" in 2022, her first feature documentary, highlighting the maternal health crisis in the United States. The film’s recognition includes a 2023 Peabody Award, a 2022 Sundance Special Jury Impact for Change Award, an NIHMC Award and a 2023 Emmy Award nomination. Additionally, Lewis Lee was named to Forbes' "50 Over 50" list in 2023.
After transitioning from a career as a corporate lawyer, Lewis Lee established herself as a creative presence in children's literature and television. She co-wrote three children's books with her husband, Spike Lee: "Please Baby Please," "Please Puppy Please," and "Giant Steps to Change the World." She is also the co-author of the best-selling novel "Gotham Diaries." As a children's television producer, Lewis Lee has worked with Disney, Nickelodeon, and Noggin/The N, where she executive produced the award-winning documentary "I Sit Where I Want: The Legacy of Brown v. Board of Education," and the critically acclaimed miniseries "Miracle's Boys."
Lewis Lee also found her voice as an advocate becoming the spokesperson for the US Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health, A Healthy Baby Begins with You (AHBBWY) campaign. Inspired by her work with AHBBWY, she created and published the wellness blog Healthy You Now to educate, empower and support women in their own unique health journeys. Movita Organics is the nexus of Lewis Lee's work as a creator, communicator and women’s health advocate.
Lewis Lee serves as a board member of March of Dimes. She is a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College and the University of Virginia School of Law.
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Tonya Lewis Lee Speaking Topics
In the presentation of the documentary film I Sit Where I Want, Tonya Lewis Lee discusses the process of engaging Buffalo, New York, high school students in a conversation about race, segregation, integration, and what it all means to their lives. Through the eyes of nearly a dozen students of different ethnic backgrounds, the film takes a journey to understand why these kids at a racially mixed school segregate at lunchtime in the cafeteria. It is the age-old question: Why are all the black kids sitting together in the cafeteria? At first glance the answers may seem simple, but as we get to know the students and their environments we come to realize that the issues of why people choose to self segregate can be more complex than we initially thought. Whatever the reasons, the world is a better place if we face our fears, mix it up and try something new. The students in the film come away from their experience understanding the importance of becoming aware of their actions and with a feeling that cross-cultural exchange makes for a better, more productive world.
When called upon by the Office of Minority Health (OMH) in 2007, Tonya Lewis Lee took that first step toward raising awareness on an issue that became a passion for her and the team of people she worked with. Through a Pre-conception Peer Education Training program, Lee and OMH have fueled a movement about winning back the civil right to a healthy life. In this discussion she talks about how she and OMH set out to create a program for college students nationwide, sharing the importance of making healthy lifestyle choices for their own sake and for the sake of future generations.
Tonya Lewis Lee left a legal career and went on to become a television producer, co-author of several children's books, and author of an adult novel. Making the transition from a standard practice to embracing a full, fun, creative life can be scary but it has its rewards. Lee will share her guiding principles, her "up" moments and her "down" moments, as she made her own transition and continues to push the boundaries.
Through her work with the Office of Minority Health, Tonya Lewis Lee has spoken across the country about reducing US infant mortality rates, specifically focusing on the disparity between the rates at which black babies die versus white babies – a two to one ratio. Lee discusses raising awareness around the issue of health disparities in the United States. She explores such questions as: What are the causes? What can we do to bring down these staggering rates?
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What topics does Tonya Lewis Lee speak about?
Tonya Lewis Lee is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Health & Wellness, Educational Motivational, Social Activism, Family & Parenting, Creativity, College, Political, Children's Authors, Diversity & Inclusion, Inspirational, Graduation, Business, Women, Influential Women, Communication, Education, Celebrity, Marketing, Culture, Women's Health and Black Heritage.
Where does Tonya Lewis Lee travel from?
Tonya Lewis Lee 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 Tonya Lewis Lee?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tonya Lewis Lee 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 Tonya Lewis Lee for your next private or corporate function.
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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 Tonya Lewis Lee 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.
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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.
Tonya Lewis Lee is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Health & Wellness and Educational Motivational. The estimated speaking fee range to book Tonya Lewis Lee for live events is $50,000 - $100,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Tonya Lewis Lee 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 Victoria Rowell, Judge Glenda Hatchett and Bertice Berry. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tonya Lewis Lee for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Tonya Lewis Lee Speaking Topics
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Personal Activism
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I Sit Where I Want: The Legacy of Brown v. the Board of Education
In the presentation of the documentary film I Sit Where I Want, Tonya Lewis Lee discusses the process of engaging Buffalo, New York, high school students in a conversation about race, segregation, integration, and what it all means to their lives. Through the eyes of nearly a dozen students of different ethnic backgrounds, the film takes a journey to understand why these kids at a racially mixed school segregate at lunchtime in the cafeteria. It is the age-old question: Why are all the black kids sitting together in the cafeteria? At first glance the answers may seem simple, but as we get to know the students and their environments we come to realize that the issues of why people choose to self segregate can be more complex than we initially thought. Whatever the reasons, the world is a better place if we face our fears, mix it up and try something new. The students in the film come away from their experience understanding the importance of becoming aware of their actions and with a feeling that cross-cultural exchange makes for a better, more productive world.
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Activism: Showing Up is the First Step
When called upon by the Office of Minority Health (OMH) in 2007, Tonya Lewis Lee took that first step toward raising awareness on an issue that became a passion for her and the team of people she worked with. Through a Pre-conception Peer Education Training program, Lee and OMH have fueled a movement about winning back the civil right to a healthy life. In this discussion she talks about how she and OMH set out to create a program for college students nationwide, sharing the importance of making healthy lifestyle choices for their own sake and for the sake of future generations.
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Creativity: Trusting in the Creative Process
Tonya Lewis Lee left a legal career and went on to become a television producer, co-author of several children's books, and author of an adult novel. Making the transition from a standard practice to embracing a full, fun, creative life can be scary but it has its rewards. Lee will share her guiding principles, her "up" moments and her "down" moments, as she made her own transition and continues to push the boundaries.
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Health: Closing the Gap on Health Disparities in the United States
Through her work with the Office of Minority Health, Tonya Lewis Lee has spoken across the country about reducing US infant mortality rates, specifically focusing on the disparity between the rates at which black babies die versus white babies – a two to one ratio. Lee discusses raising awareness around the issue of health disparities in the United States. She explores such questions as: What are the causes? What can we do to bring down these staggering rates?
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Tonya Lewis Lee unveils 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham'
Tonya Lewis Lee unveils 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham' ... are Lisa Simmonds, Director of International Film Festival with her special guest Tonya Lewis Lee.
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Tonya Lewis Lee & Production Partner Prepping 5 More Feature ...
While her husband (Spike Lee) hustles to raise $1.25 million to produce his next indie feature film, Tonya Lewis Lee is already on to the next one - or I should ...
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Tonya Lewis Lee Brings Civil Rights to the Small Screen ...
Spike Lee's wife is behind 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham.'
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How do I book Tonya Lewis Lee to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Tonya Lewis Lee 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 Tonya Lewis Lee, 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 Tonya Lewis Lee or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Tonya Lewis Lee for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Tonya Lewis Lee, 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 $50,000 - $100,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Tonya Lewis Lee, 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 Tonya Lewis Lee speak about?
Tonya Lewis Lee is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Health & Wellness, Educational Motivational, Social Activism, Family & Parenting, Creativity, College, Political, Children's Authors, Diversity & Inclusion, Inspirational, Graduation, Business, Women, Influential Women, Communication, Education, Celebrity, Marketing, Culture, Women's Health and Black Heritage. -
Where does Tonya Lewis Lee travel from?
Tonya Lewis Lee 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 Tonya Lewis Lee?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tonya Lewis Lee 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 Tonya Lewis Lee 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 Tonya Lewis Lee 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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