Zach Wahls

Zach Wahls

Keynote Speaker: Iowa State Senator, LGBTQ Activist & Author, "My Two Moms"; Executive Director, The Next 50 Network & Founder, Scouts for Equality

Zach Wahls Biography

Zach Wahls represents District 43 in the Iowa Senate, encompassing Coralville, North Liberty, Solon, several Iowa City neighborhoods, and rural Johnson County. He serves as a member of the following Senate policy committees: Health and Human Services, Commerce, Veterans Affairs, and Technology. He also serves on the Administration and Regulation Appropriations Subcommittee.

Wahls is a sixth-generation Iowan, a longtime resident of the senate district with deep community roots, an Eagle Scout, and an active member of the Unitarian Universalist congregation in Coralville. He is the Executive Director of The Next 50 Network, which supports next-generation civic leaders across the United States. His advocacy extends significantly into LGBTQ+ rights, underscored by his leadership in the successful campaigns through Scouts for Equality to end discrimination within the Boy Scouts of America against gay and transgender members.

Prior to his election to the Iowa Senate, Wahls' testimony before the Iowa House Judiciary Committee about growing up with lesbian parents was YouTube’s most-watched political video of 2011. He has spoken at over 300 events all over Iowa and across America, including a primetime speech at the 2012 Democratic National Convention supporting President Barack Obama’s re-election. He is the author of the nationally bestselling memoir "My Two Moms: Lessons of Love, Strength, and What Makes a Family." Wahls' engagement with national media includes appearances on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart," "The Late Show with David Letterman," "The Ellen Show," "The Situation Room," and "Newshour."

Wahls received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa and his master’s degree from Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs. Elected to the Iowa Senate in 2018, he continues to be a prominent voice for equality and community engagement. He lives with his wife, Dr. Chloe Angyal, a journalist and author, their son Elijah, and their dog Zelda in Coralville.

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Zach Wahls Speaking Topics

The Relationship Between the Business Community and the LGBTCommunity

The Nature of Family and What It Means for the Millennial Generation

The Challenges Facing the LGBT Community

Zach Wahls Videos

Zach Wahls Talks About His Inspiring Speech - YouTube
Zach Wahls Speaks About Family - YouTube
Zach Wahls Speaks at the 2012 Democratic National Convention

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What topics does Zach Wahls speak about?

Zach Wahls is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Non-Fiction Authors, Inspirational, Diversity & Inclusion, LGBTQ, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Author, Culture, Government, Democrat and Social Media.

Where does Zach Wahls travel from?

Zach Wahls generally travels from Iowa City, IA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Zach Wahls is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Non-Fiction Authors, Inspirational and Diversity & Inclusion. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Zach Wahls generally travels from Iowa City, IA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jeffrey Marsh, Chris Mosier and Sophie Santos. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Zach Wahls for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 18/07/2025.

Zach Wahls Speaking Topics

  • The Relationship Between the Business Community and the LGBTCommunity

  • The Nature of Family and What It Means for the Millennial Generation

  • The Challenges Facing the LGBT Community

Zach Wahls Videos

Zach Wahls Talks About His Inspiring Speech - YouTube
Zach Wahls Speaks About Family - YouTube
Zach Wahls Speaks at the 2012 Democratic National Convention
  • How do I book Zach Wahls to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Zach Wahls 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 Zach Wahls, 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 Zach Wahls or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Zach Wahls for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Zach Wahls, 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 Zach Wahls, 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 Zach Wahls speak about?

    Zach Wahls is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Non-Fiction Authors, Inspirational, Diversity & Inclusion, LGBTQ, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Author, Culture, Government, Democrat and Social Media.
  • Where does Zach Wahls travel from?

    Zach Wahls generally travels from Iowa City, IA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Zach Wahls?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Zach Wahls 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 Zach Wahls 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 Zach Wahls 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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