Zelalem Adefris

Zelalem Adefris

Keynote Speaker: CEO of Catalyst Miami; Social & Climate Justice Advocate

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Zelalem Adefris Biography

Zelalem Adefris is currently the CEO of Catalyst Miami, assuming this role in April 2023 after serving as its vice president of policy and advocacy and deputy CEO. She continues her commitment to identifying and addressing issues that disproportionately affect low-income communities throughout Miami-Dade County, Florida. Since joining the organization in 2016, Adefris has held various leadership roles, including overseeing the policy and engagement department and leading the climate resilience programs and advocacy work. Her past professional roles include environmental justice organizing at the Environmental Justice League of Rhode Island and conducting emergency preparedness research for the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Adefris holds an MPH in global environmental health from Emory University and a bachelor's degree in community health from Brown University. In addition to her position at Catalyst Miami, she holds several important roles in the field. She is a co-chair of the Miami Climate Alliance and a philanthropic trustee of The Solutions Project. She also serves on the boards of the Miami-Dade College Earth Ethics Institute and the Miami-Dade County Community Action Agency.

Her leadership and dedication have been recognized on several occasions. Most notably, she was named a 2020 Grist 50 Fixer and was a finalist for the 2020 Florida International University Emerging Leader award. In 2017, she received the Miami Times New Generation of Dreamers award. In addition, she was recognized as a 2023 Rockwood Leadership Institute Fellow.

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Zelalem Adefris Videos

Zelalem Adefris & Local Leaders on Catalyst Miami
Zelalem Adefris: Ocean Steward Spotlight
Community-powered climate solutions | Rahwa Ghirmatzion & Zelalem Adefris

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What topics does Zelalem Adefris speak about?

Zelalem Adefris is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Climate Change, Environment, Social Justice, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Earth Day and Conservation.

Where does Zelalem Adefris travel from?

Zelalem Adefris generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Zelalem Adefris?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Zelalem Adefris 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 Zelalem Adefris for your next private or corporate function.

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Zelalem Adefris is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Climate Change, Environment and Social Justice. The estimated speaking fee range to book Zelalem Adefris for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Zelalem Adefris generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jamie Margolin, Amali Tower and Kehkashan Basu. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Zelalem Adefris for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 16/10/2024.

Zelalem Adefris Videos

Zelalem Adefris & Local Leaders on Catalyst Miami
Zelalem Adefris: Ocean Steward Spotlight
Community-powered climate solutions | Rahwa Ghirmatzion & Zelalem Adefris
GiveMiamiDay - Zelalem Adefris shares why she supports the Miami ...
Zelalem Adefris Interview
  • How do I book Zelalem Adefris to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Zelalem Adefris, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Zelalem Adefris are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Zelalem Adefris, 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 Zelalem Adefris speak about?

    Zelalem Adefris is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Climate Change, Environment, Social Justice, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Earth Day and Conservation.
  • Where does Zelalem Adefris travel from?

    Zelalem Adefris generally travels from Miami, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Zelalem Adefris?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Zelalem Adefris 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 Zelalem Adefris 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 Zelalem Adefris 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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