Dana Bash

Dana Bash

Keynote Speaker: Chief Political Correspondent at CNN, Award-winning Journalist, Moderator

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Dana Bash Biography

With almost two decades covering domestic politics for CNN, few can rival Dana Bash’s understanding of national politics. A keen watcher of all things Washington, Bash keeps audiences informed and engaged on topics as varied as the national political climate, women in politics, and her own connection to Judaism.

Bash also brings her extensive interview experience to the stage as a moderator, having facilitated presidential primary debates as well as CNN’s political town hall specials. She serves as the network's chief political correspondent and co-anchor of “State of the Union with Jake Tapper and Dana Bash,” CNN's Sunday morning newsmaker show. Based in Washington, D.C., she covers both campaigns and Congress and regularly serves as a moderator for CNN's political town hall specials. She moderated CNN's first debate of the 2020 election cycle in Detroit, as well as the last Democratic Presidential Debate of the cycle held in Washington, D.C. Bash also anchored special coverage of "Election Night in America" surrounding the 2020 election, which lasted several days until CNN was the first to project Joe Biden as the winner. Additionally, she is a recipient of multiple awards including the Joan S. Barone Award for excellence in congressional reporting and the Everett McKinley Dirksen for Distinguished Reporting of Congress Award from the National Press Foundation three times.

Bash has played a critical role in CNN's coverage of major events, such as the 2016 presidential primary debates, election night specials, and significant breaking news like Kevin McCarthy's decision not to run for Speaker of the House. Her coverage has extended to major national events including Hurricane Katrina, the CIA leak investigation, and the capture of Saddam Hussein. In addition to her Sunday show, Bash launched her CNN series “Being…” in 2021, which offers in-depth conversations with key figures in American policy, politics, and culture. She also initiated the digital CNN series “Badass Women of Washington” in 2017, highlighting women who have broken barriers in their respective fields.

In her investigative work, Bash has taken a deep dive into the rise of antisemitism in the U.S. with her CNN Special Report "Rising Hate: Antisemitism in America." The documentary visited communities affected by recent violence and explored methods to confront growing antisemitism. Her ongoing contributions to political reporting continue to provide critical insights into the workings of Congress and the broader political landscape in the United States.

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Dana Bash Videos

Bash: Pelosi is pushing every single one of Trump's buttons
Dana Bash: Covering gender issues in the 2016 race - YouTube

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Speaking fees for Dana Bash, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dana Bash are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dana Bash, 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 Dana Bash speak about?

Dana Bash is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Journalism, Political, Diversity & Inclusion and Broadcasting.

Where does Dana Bash travel from?

Dana Bash generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dana Bash?

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

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Dana Bash is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Journalism, Political and Diversity & Inclusion. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dana Bash for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Dana Bash generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jessica Yellin, Angela Rye and Gloria Borger. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dana Bash for an upcoming event.

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

Dana Bash Videos

Bash: Pelosi is pushing every single one of Trump's buttons
Dana Bash: Covering gender issues in the 2016 race - YouTube
  • How do I book Dana Bash to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Dana Bash, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dana Bash are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dana Bash, 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 Dana Bash speak about?

    Dana Bash is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Journalism, Political, Diversity & Inclusion and Broadcasting.
  • Where does Dana Bash travel from?

    Dana Bash generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dana Bash?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dana Bash 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 Dana Bash 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 Dana Bash 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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