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Lisa Ling

Lisa Ling

Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Journalist & Producer for CBS News

Lisa Ling Biography

Lisa Ling is is an American journalist, television personality, and author. Ling joined CBS News in 2023 after 15 years with CNN. Ling hosted "This Is Life with Lisa Ling" on CNN from 2014-2022.

For five seasons prior, Ling EP’d and hosted "Our America" on OWN. She was also a field correspondent for "The Oprah Winfrey Show" and contributor to ABC News' "Nightline." For these shows she reported from dozens of countries; covering stories about gang rape in the Congo, bride burning in India and the Lord's Resistance Army in Uganda, among other issues that are too often ignored.

Ling was the first female host of National Geographic’s flagship show "Explorer" which sent her to cover the phenomenon of female suicide bombing, the spread of the MS-13 gang—considered the world’s most dangerous gang, and the humanitarian crisis inside North Korea.

She got her start in journalism as a correspondent for Channel One News where she covered the civil war in Afghanistan at 21 years of age. She later went to become a co-host of ABC Daytime's hit show "The View," which won its first daytime Emmy during her time at the show.

Ling is the co-author of "Mother, Sister. Daughter, Bride: Rituals of Womanhood," and "Somewhere Inside: One Sister’s Captivity in North Korea and The Other’s Fight to Bring Her Home" that she penned with her sister Laura.

In 2014, President Obama appointed Ling to the Commission on White House Fellows. She is an advisory board member for Fostering Media Connections, The Amani Project, and a Baby2Baby angel.

Ling lives in Santa Monica with her husband Paul Song and daughters Jett and Ray.

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Lisa Ling Speaking Topics

Open Heart Open Mind

In today's culture of sound bite news, many important issues get overlooked, if they get covered at all. Lisa Ling has dedicated herself to shedding light on stories impacting the world in which we live. In her presentations, complete with a lively Q&A session, Lisa shares stories from her over 20-year career in media that have profoundly affected her outlook on life. Her hope is that through her experiences people may be provoked to think about things differently and allow themselves to expand their horizons.

The Importance of a Global Perspective

Lisa recounts stories that profoundly changed her life and talks about how travel and going beyond one's comfort zone is wholly transformative, making one smarter, more well-rounded, and more marketable.

Lisa Ling Videos

Lisa Ling on Relationship with Prince & Her Family’s Chinese Restaurant
Take Out with Lisa Ling | Official Trailer | HBO Max
Lisa Ling: Open Heart, Open Mind

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How much does it cost to book Lisa Ling for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Lisa Ling, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Lisa Ling are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Lisa Ling, 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 Lisa Ling speak about?

Lisa Ling is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Television & Film, News & Media, Women, Diversity, Government, Family & Parenting, Civil Rights, Empowerment, Social Activism, Social Sciences, Influential Women, Inspirational, World Affairs, Adventure, Environment, Sustainability, Asian Heritage, Health, Social Media, Literary, Female Leadership, Broadcasting, Commencement, Social Justice, Culture, Celebrity and Women's History Month.

Where does Lisa Ling travel from?

Lisa Ling 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 Lisa Ling?

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Lisa Ling is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Television & Film and News & Media. The estimated speaking fee range to book Lisa Ling for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Lisa Ling 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 Mayim Bialik, Van Jones and Laura Ling. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lisa Ling for an upcoming event.

Lisa Ling Speaking Topics

  • Open Heart Open Mind

    In today's culture of sound bite news, many important issues get overlooked, if they get covered at all. Lisa Ling has dedicated herself to shedding light on stories impacting the world in which we live. In her presentations, complete with a lively Q&A session, Lisa shares stories from her over 20-year career in media that have profoundly affected her outlook on life. Her hope is that through her experiences people may be provoked to think about things differently and allow themselves to expand their horizons.

  • The Importance of a Global Perspective

    Lisa recounts stories that profoundly changed her life and talks about how travel and going beyond one's comfort zone is wholly transformative, making one smarter, more well-rounded, and more marketable.

Lisa Ling Videos

Lisa Ling on Relationship with Prince & Her Family’s Chinese Restaurant
Take Out with Lisa Ling | Official Trailer | HBO Max
Lisa Ling: Open Heart, Open Mind
Lisa Ling speaks of golden opportunities, empowerment for women

Lisa Ling Reviews

  • The event was incredible! We've gotten great feedback and had a couple of thousand associates joined.
    Capital One Services, LLC - Apr 03 2023

  • All in all, I would recommend Lisa and AAE!
    CREW Network - Sep 28 2022

  • The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska on behalf of the University of Nebraska – Lincoln - Jan 21 2022

  • Danaher Corporation - Mar 24 2021

  • CCRA International, Inc. - Feb 25 2019

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