Jon Fortt

Jon Fortt

Keynote Speaker: Journalist; Co-Anchor of CNBC's "Closing Bell: Overtime" and Host of "Fort Knoxx"

Jon Fortt Biography

Jon Fortt is a prominent journalist who co-anchors CNBC's "Closing Bell: Overtime" and has previously served as the host of "TechCheck" and "Squawk Alley," where he covered the latest in technology and business trends. Fortt is also the creator and host of the digital show Fortt Knox, which features in-depth one-on-one interviews with founders, CEOs and innovators. The show evolved into a video interview series focused on leadership, technology, and innovation. In 2020, he created The Black Experience in America: The Course, an online resource for exploring history and culture.

Earlier, Fortt served as an on-air editor based at CNBC’s global headquarters. He joined CNBC as technology correspondent in July 2010, where he became known for his insightful coverage of Silicon Valley's startups and the key trends shaping the future of technology​.

Before joining CNBC, Fortt worked as a senior writer for Fortune magazine, covering tech giants like Microsoft and Hewlett-Packard. His career began at the San Jose Mercury News, and he also served as a senior editor for Business 2.0. At CNBC, Fortt became known for his insightful coverage of Silicon Valley's startups and the key trends shaping the future of technology​ There he contributed to several efforts that won awards from the Society of American Business Editors and Writers.

Fortt graduated from DePauw University as a Media Fellow, with a BA in English.

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Jon Fortt Videos

Jon Fortt - DePauw University 183rd Commencement Address
Fortt Knox with Jon Fortt
Andy Jassy, AWS CEO: A Fortt Knox Conversation at re:Invent 2020

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Jon Fortt is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business Leadership, Entertainers, Television & Film, Celebrity, Journalism, Broadcasting, Technology, Innovation, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Finance and Business.

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Jon Fortt is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business Leadership, Entertainers and Television & Film. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Jon Fortt 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 Van Jones, Sara Eisen and John Legend. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jon Fortt for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 18/11/2024.

Jon Fortt Videos

Jon Fortt - DePauw University 183rd Commencement Address
Fortt Knox with Jon Fortt
Andy Jassy, AWS CEO: A Fortt Knox Conversation at re:Invent 2020
Race & Opportunity in America: LIVE Q&A with Jon Fortt
Jon Fortt weighs in on Microsoft's potential TikTok acquisition
  • How do I book Jon Fortt to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Jon Fortt, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jon Fortt, 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 Jon Fortt speak about?

    Jon Fortt is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business Leadership, Entertainers, Television & Film, Celebrity, Journalism, Broadcasting, Technology, Innovation, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Finance and Business.
  • Where does Jon Fortt travel from?

    Jon Fortt 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 Jon Fortt?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jon Fortt 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 Jon Fortt 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 Jon Fortt 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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