Yvette Simpson

Yvette Simpson

Keynote Speaker: Executive Strategist, Politician, Lawyer, Author & Commentator

Yvette Simpson Biography

Yvette Simpson is the Founder & CEO of Yvette Simpson LLC, Your Power Unlocked, a strategic consulting, speaking, and training firm focused on executive and political strategy, communications, and diversity, equity & inclusion. Simpson is also a Political Contributor with ABC News and a panelist for NPR. She is also a licensed lawyer who serves as Director of Culture & Belonging with UB Greensfelder law firm. She previously served six years on Cincinnati City Council, including four years as President Pro Tempore. Simpson also served as the first female CEO of Democracy for America, a national progressive political organization with more than one million members nationwide. Her inaugural book, "On Purpose: The Power of Authenticity and Intention" released in July of 2023 and her podcast, “The Power of Y” launched in January 2024.

Simpson is an energetic, authentic, and empathetic speaker and trainer. She connects with the audience by sharing her own personal journey to executive leadership, the wins and the losses, the advances and the setbacks that have navigated her through her own career. She then walks the audience through their own journeys, helping them to identify lessons and leave with a roadmap on how to thrive and excel against the toughest odds and most significant obstacles. A trusted advisor to some of the top executive and political leaders in the country, Simpson has been able to illuminate a path for them to success.

For over two decades, Simpson has advised and trained corporate leaders, startups, political and non-profit leaders, emerging leaders and professionals, and students. Simpson knows how to help people and organizations work through difficult situations to WIN. As a trainer, she first helps participants identify the problem, then weaves together context and evidence with insight and inspiration then leaves them with an action plan, concrete steps they can take to change course and build a sustainable solutions.

Simpson has trained and spoken at event around the country, including South by Southwest (SXSW), International Association of Expositions & Events (IAEE) Women’s Leadership Forum, Ida’s Legacy, the YWCA Career Women of Achievement luncheon and TEDx Cincinnati. Simpson continues to build trust with her audiences, helping them to make breakthroughs in the areas of leadership, diversity and inclusion, and human relations.

Simpson earned two undergraduate degrees at Miami University, a law degree from The University of Cincinnati, and her MBA from Xavier University.

Active in her local community, Simpson has served on several boards and commissions, including YWCA, the Urban League, and the Contemporary Art Center. She currently serves as the Board Chair for MORTAR and Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses. She is also a member of the Xavier University Executive MBA Business Executive Advisory Board. Simpson was named YWCA Career Woman of Achievement, A Top 100 Influencer by the American City Business Journals, a Woman of Influence by Venue Magazine, A Woman of Distinction by the Girl Scouts of Western Ohio, and a Woman Who Means Business by the Cincinnati Business Courier.

Simpson is a proud Cincinnatian, a certified wine educator and winemaker, the wife of cartoonist and home brewer Joe Hoffecker, and the bonus mom to three amazing adult daughters: Katie, Maggie, and Annie.

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Yvette Simpson Videos

Names To Know In Cincinnati - Yvette R. Simpson
Cincinnati politician turns author and winemaker
Pursuing Purpose: From Making a Living to Making a Legacy | Yvette Simpson

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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, Diversity & Inclusion, Civil Rights, DEI, Business Leadership, Consulting, Political, Authors, Host & Emcee and Podcast Hosts.

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?

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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 Van Jones, Donna Brazile and Angela Rye. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Yvette Simpson for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 05/09/2024.

Yvette Simpson Videos

Names To Know In Cincinnati - Yvette R. Simpson
Cincinnati politician turns author and winemaker
Pursuing Purpose: From Making a Living to Making a Legacy | Yvette Simpson
  • 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 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for 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 1.800.698.2536 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, Diversity & Inclusion, Civil Rights, DEI, Business Leadership, Consulting, Political, Authors, Host & Emcee and Podcast Hosts.
  • 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 1.800.698.2536, 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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