Bishop Vashti McKenzie

Bishop Vashti McKenzie

Keynote Speaker: Bishop, Author, Community Leader

Bishop Vashti McKenzie Biography

Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie serves as the 117th elected and consecrated bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church. Her historic election in the year 2000 marked the first time in the over 200-year history of the AME Church that a woman had obtained the level of Episcopal office. She has further distinguished herself by serving as the first woman President of the Council of Bishops and Chair of the General Conference Commission. Additionally, McKenzie was the first woman Host Bishop for the 49th Session of the General Conference of the AME Church in June 2012.

Currently, McKenzie is honored to serve as the presiding prelate of the 10th Episcopal District, overseeing all AME Churches in Texas, having previously served in the 13th Episcopal District which includes Tennessee and Kentucky. She has been instrumental in her role as vice-chairwoman of Paul Quinn College, where her efforts have helped raise $8.5 million in philanthropic contributions. Additionally, she founded and chairs 10th Future Inc., a non-profit organization providing scholarships and grants for community service projects.

McKenzie's literary contributions include authoring five books: "Not Without A Struggle," "Strength in the Struggle," "Journey to the Well," "Swapping Housewives," and "Those Sisters Can Preach!" Her works cover a range of topics from leadership and professional growth, to personal transformation and biblical stories with contemporary implications. Recognized not only for her dynamic preaching but also for her leadership and community service, McKenzie has received numerous accolades, including being named one of the 50 most powerful women religious leaders in the world by Huffington Post in 2015.

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Bishop Vashti McKenzie Speaking Topics

Journey to the Well

Not Without a Struggle: Leadership Development for African American Women in Ministry

Piercing & Breaking the Stained Glass Ceiling

Bishop Vashti McKenzie Videos

Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie at Reid Temple DC

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What topics does Bishop Vashti McKenzie speak about?

Bishop Vashti McKenzie is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Faith & Religion, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Christian, Government, World Affairs, Spirituality and Culture.

Where does Bishop Vashti McKenzie travel from?

Bishop Vashti McKenzie generally travels from Dallas, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Bishop Vashti McKenzie is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Faith & Religion, Diversity & Inclusion and Black Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Bishop Vashti McKenzie for virtual events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for live event fees. Bishop Vashti McKenzie generally travels from Dallas, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rose Mapendo, Immaculée Ilibagiza and Dr. Tererai Trent. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bishop Vashti McKenzie for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Bishop Vashti McKenzie Speaking Topics

  • Journey to the Well

  • Not Without a Struggle: Leadership Development for African American Women in Ministry

  • Piercing & Breaking the Stained Glass Ceiling

Bishop Vashti McKenzie Videos

Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie at Reid Temple DC
  • How do I book Bishop Vashti McKenzie to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Bishop Vashti McKenzie, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a virtual event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Bishop Vashti McKenzie, 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 Bishop Vashti McKenzie speak about?

    Bishop Vashti McKenzie is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Faith & Religion, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Christian, Government, World Affairs, Spirituality and Culture.
  • Where does Bishop Vashti McKenzie travel from?

    Bishop Vashti McKenzie generally travels from Dallas, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Bishop Vashti McKenzie?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Bishop Vashti McKenzie 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 Bishop Vashti McKenzie 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 Bishop Vashti McKenzie 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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