David Ikard
Keynote Speaker: Professor of African American Studies, Author, Ford Fellow
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David Ikard is a professor of African American and Diaspora Studies at Vanderbilt University. His academic career has been marked by significant roles, including serving as the chair of Africana Studies at the University of Miami and the chair of African American and Diaspora Studies at Vanderbilt. Ikard has contributed scholarly essays to numerous journals such as the African American Review, African and Black Diaspora Journal, Palimpsest, MELUS, CLA, and Obsidian II. His presence as a thought leader extends to media outlets like CSPAN, Left of Black, and The Feminist Wire.
Ikard is the author or coauthor of four influential books: "Breaking The Silence: Toward a Black Male Feminist Criticism," "Nation of Cowards: Black Activism in Barack Obama’s Post-Racial America" (co-authored with Martell Teasley), "Blinded by the Whites: Why Race Still Matters in the 21st Century," and "Lovable Racists, Magical Negroes, and White Messiahs" (2017). His book "Nation of Cowards" was recognized with the Best Scholarly Book Award from the DIOP organization in 2013. Additionally, Ikard’s commitment to academia extends beyond writing, as he is a dedicated mentor, having received the William R. Jones Outstanding Mentor Award in 2015 from the Florida Education Fund and the McKnight Fellows.
A devoted father and engaging professor, Ikard is frequently found on the Vanderbilt campus engaging deeply with students on a range of topics from civil rights advancements to black feminism and popular culture. He is also a Ford Fellow and serves as a faculty mentor for the Woodrow Wilson Career Enhancement Fellowship, underscoring his commitment to guiding the next generation of scholars and activists. Ikard continues to lecture on the nuanced racial politics that are often sidelined in public discourse, bringing these critical conversations to the forefront of academic and civic engagement.
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David Ikard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Social Activism, College and Diversity & Inclusion. The estimated speaking fee range to book David Ikard for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. David Ikard generally travels from Nashville, TN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Nikki Giovanni, Ijeoma Oluo and Yusef Salaam. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Ikard for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book David Ikard for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for David Ikard, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book David Ikard are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire David Ikard, 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 David Ikard speak about?
David Ikard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Activism, College, Diversity & Inclusion, Authors, Culture, Civil Rights and Workshop. -
Where does David Ikard travel from?
David Ikard generally travels from Nashville, TN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for David Ikard?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Ikard 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 David Ikard 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 David Ikard 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?
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