Yvette Simpson
Keynote Speaker: Lawyer, Political Strategist & Executive Leadership Expert; Former CEO at Democracy for America; ABC News Political Contributor
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Yvette Simpson Biography
Yvette Simpson is a lawyer, politician, executive strategist, and public voice whose career spans public service, progressive advocacy, and leadership development. Simpson served six years on Cincinnati City Council, including four years as president pro tempore. Her swearing-in marked the first African-American majority on the council. Simpson later challenged incumbent Mayor John Cranley in the Cincinnati mayoral election, receiving a higher percentage of votes in the primary than her top competitors.
Simpson became chief executive of Democracy for America, a national progressive grassroots organizing group founded by Howard Dean, and was the organization's first female chief executive. In this role, she partnered with and advised hundreds of political leaders nationwide. After her tenure at Democracy for America, Simpson focused on entrepreneurship and consulting. She is the founder and CEO of Yvette Simpson LLC, Your Power Unlocked, a strategic consulting, speaking, and training firm specializing in executive and political strategy, communications, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Simpson is also a licensed attorney and serves as director of culture and belonging at UB Greensfelder law firm.
As a CEO, media contributor, and national speaker, Simpson is a political contributor with ABC News and a panelist for NPR. She has trained and spoken at events including South by Southwest, the International Association of Expositions and Events Women's Leadership Forum, Ida's Legacy, the YWCA Career Women of Achievement luncheon, and TEDx Cincinnati. Her book, "On Purpose: The Power of Authenticity and Intention," explores lessons from her career and her work mentoring, coaching, and advising others in law, education, public service, and political strategy. Simpson also hosts the podcast "The Power of Y."
Simpson has been recognized as a YWCA Career Woman of Achievement, a Top 100 Influencer by American City Business Journals, a Woman of Influence by Venue Magazine, a Woman of Distinction by Girl Scouts of Western Ohio, and a Woman Who Means Business by Cincinnati Business Courier. Active in her community, Simpson has served on boards and commissions including the YWCA, Urban League, and Contemporary Art Center. She serves as board chair for MORTAR and Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses and is a member of the Xavier University Executive MBA Business Executive Advisory Board. With a background in law, politics, media, and organizational leadership, Simpson is a prominent voice in American civic life.
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Yvette Simpson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Government, Law, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Diversity & Inclusion, DEI, Business Leadership, Executive Leadership, Business Consulting, Political, Author and Podcast Host.
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Yvette Simpson generally travels from Cincinnati, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Yvette Simpson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Government, Law and Social Activism. The estimated speaking fee range to book Yvette Simpson for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Yvette Simpson generally travels from Cincinnati, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jamira Burley, Donna Brazile and Hill Harper. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Yvette Simpson for an upcoming event.
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How do I book Yvette Simpson to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Yvette Simpson 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 Yvette Simpson, 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 Yvette Simpson or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Yvette Simpson for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Yvette Simpson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Yvette Simpson are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Yvette Simpson, 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 Yvette Simpson speak about?
Yvette Simpson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Government, Law, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Diversity & Inclusion, DEI, Business Leadership, Executive Leadership, Business Consulting, Political, Author and Podcast Host. -
Where does Yvette Simpson travel from?
Yvette Simpson generally travels from Cincinnati, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Yvette Simpson?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Yvette Simpson 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 Yvette Simpson 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 Yvette Simpson 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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