Yara Shahidi
Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Actress, Producer & Media Innovator; Known for "black-ish" & "grown-ish"; Founder of 7th Sun Productions
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Categories:Black Heritage, Black History Month, Family & Parenting, College, Youth, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion, Actor, DEI, Motivational, Influential Women, Business, Sports, Sports Motivation, Mental Health, Culture, Celebrity, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women, Female Leadership, Civil Rights, Leadership, Cancer, Entertainment, Social Justice, TED
Yara Shahidi Biography
Yara Shahidi is an actress and producer known for her work in television, film, and social activism. Shahidi began her career in the entertainment industry at age 6, appearing in advertisements for brands such as McDonald's, Target, GapKids, Ralph Lauren, and Disney. She made her television debut before taking on the role of Zoey Johnson in the ABC sitcom "Black-ish" and its spin-off series "Grown-ish." Black-ish received Emmy and Golden Globe nominations, and Shahidi's performance earned her an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, as well as three NAACP Image Award nominations for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series for Grown-ish.
In addition to her on-screen roles, Shahidi expanded into producing, co-founding 7th Sun Productions with her mother and business partner, Keri Shahidi, through a producing partnership with ABC. In film, Shahidi starred in the young adult drama "The Sun Is Also a Star" and served as executive producer and lead in the romantic comedy-drama "Sitting in Bars with Cake." She portrayed Tinker Bell in "Peter Pan & Wendy," becoming the first Black woman to play the character. Shahidi has also contributed voice work to animated films including "Smallfoot," "PAW Patrol: The Movie," and "My Father's Dragon."
Shahidi is recognized for her academic achievements, earning a degree from Harvard University with a concentration in Black Political Thought under Neocolonial Landscapes within the Social Studies and African American Studies Department. She founded WeVoteNext, formerly Eighteen x 18, to promote Gen Z and BIPOC inclusion in the political process, and established Yara's Club, an online mentorship program for young women focused on combating poverty through education.
Her influence spans entertainment, education, and civic engagement. Shahidi has been recognized by TIME Magazine's 30 Most Influential Teens, Forbes 30 Under 30, British Vogue Forces for Change, Glamour Magazine's Women of the Year, and Essence Magazine's Black Women in Hollywood. She received the Women in Film Max Mara Face of the Future Award and has delivered a TED Talk titled "Let Curiosity Lead," discussing her approach to pursuing diverse interests and career paths. Shahidi continues to be a prominent figure in Hollywood, higher education, and youth activism.
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What topics does Yara Shahidi speak about?
Yara Shahidi is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Black Heritage, Black History Month, Family & Parenting, College, Youth, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion, Actor, DEI, Motivational, Influential Women, Business, Sports, Sports Motivation, Mental Health, Culture, Celebrity, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women, Female Leadership, Civil Rights, Leadership, Cancer, Entertainment, Social Justice and TED.
Where does Yara Shahidi travel from?
Yara Shahidi generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Yara Shahidi?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Yara Shahidi 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Yara Shahidi for your next private or corporate function.
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Yara Shahidi is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Black Heritage, Black History Month and Family & Parenting. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Yara Shahidi generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Issa Rae, Common and Laila Ali. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Yara Shahidi for an upcoming event.
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Womens & Girls Empowerment
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Diversity in Media
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STEM & Computer Science
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Girls in STEM
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How Being Multi-Cultural Has Shaped Her World
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Auburn University - Jan 20 2020
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'Grown-Ish' Star Yara Shahidi Graduates From Harvard
Yara Shahidi is a college grad! The “Grown-ish” star graduated from Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Thursday — and her parents couldn’t have been prouder!
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Yara Shahidi On Her Heritage: 'I Will Never Hide That' I'm Black & Persian
Yara Shahidi speaks on stage during the Why TV is Hotter Than Movies panel at Tina Brown’s 7th Annual Women In The World Summit held at David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center on Thursday (April 7) in New York City.
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How do I book Yara Shahidi to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Yara Shahidi 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 Yara Shahidi, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Yara Shahidi or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Yara Shahidi for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Yara Shahidi, 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 Yara Shahidi, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Yara Shahidi speak about?
Yara Shahidi is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Black Heritage, Black History Month, Family & Parenting, College, Youth, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion, Actor, DEI, Motivational, Influential Women, Business, Sports, Sports Motivation, Mental Health, Culture, Celebrity, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women, Female Leadership, Civil Rights, Leadership, Cancer, Entertainment, Social Justice and TED. -
Where does Yara Shahidi travel from?
Yara Shahidi generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Yara Shahidi?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Yara Shahidi 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Yara Shahidi 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 Yara Shahidi 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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