Aurora James
Keynote Speaker: Founder of Brother Vellies, Creator of Fifteen Percent Pledge, Fashion Designer
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Aurora James Biography
Aurora James, Creative Director and Founder of luxury accessories brand Brother Vellies and the non-profit advocacy organization Fifteen Percent Pledge, has persistently worked towards creating a more equitable global economy for historically excluded groups.
Brother Vellies, established in 2013, strives to preserve traditional African design practices and techniques. The brand supports artisan communities worldwide by creating timeless pieces that celebrate diverse cultural histories and ensure fair labor practices and job creation. Initially launched with a single style of vellies at the Hester Street Fair in New York, Brother Vellies now features a global handmade production that includes handbags and other accessory categories, even introducing a home goods subscription service named Something Special.
In June 2020, James launched the Fifteen Percent Pledge, an advocacy initiative to address the racial wealth gap. The Pledge partners with retailers to commit 15 percent of their purchasing power to Black-owned businesses. Beginning as an Instagram campaign, it has evolved into a robust organization with ten full-time staff and partnerships with nearly 30 major companies, including Macy’s, Nordstrom, Sephora, and Ulta Beauty. The organization's goal is to facilitate $1.4 trillion in wealth generation for Black entrepreneurs and increase Black business representation by 14.6 percent by 2030.
James's relentless advocacy efforts have earned her significant recognition, including the Council of Fashion Designers of America’s Founders Award. She has been featured in prestigious listings such as the 2021 TIME100 and the 2020 Bloomberg 50, acknowledging her influential work.
Currently residing in both New York City and Los Angeles, James continues her advocacy and entrepreneurial endeavors, accompanied by her dog, Mr. Chow.
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What topics does Aurora James speak about?
Aurora James is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Fashion, Design, Women in Business, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Black Heritage and Women.
Where does Aurora James travel from?
Aurora James generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Aurora James?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Aurora James 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 Aurora James for your next private or corporate function.
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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.
Aurora James is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Fashion, Design and Women in Business. The estimated speaking fee range to book Aurora James for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Aurora James generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ruth E. Carter, Elaine Welteroth and Jennifer Hyman. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Aurora James for an upcoming event.
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The audience loved Aurora - folks were laughing, crying, and in awe. She also was very accommodating during the book signing and allowed women to take selfies.
The American Institute of Architects - Sep 19 2023 -
It was amazing. The audience loved Aurora - folks were laughing, crying, and in awe. She also was very accommodating during the book signing and allowed women to take selfies.
The American Institute of Architects - Sep 15 2023
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How do I book Aurora James to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Aurora James 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 Aurora James, 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 Aurora James or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Aurora James for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Aurora James, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Aurora James are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Aurora James, 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 Aurora James speak about?
Aurora James is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Fashion, Design, Women in Business, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Black Heritage and Women. -
Where does Aurora James travel from?
Aurora James generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Aurora James?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Aurora James 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 Aurora James 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 Aurora James 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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