Joy-Ann Reid

Joy-Ann Reid

Keynote Speaker: MSNBC Correspondent, Political Author & Host of "The ReidOut"

Joy-Ann Reid Biography

Joy-Ann Reid is an award-winning journalist and the host of “The ReidOut" on MSNBC, a position that has established her as the first Black woman to host a primetime cable news program. She is also a New York Times bestselling author, known for her works "Fracture: Barack Obama, the Clintons and the Racial Divide," "We Are the Change We Seek: The Speeches of Barack Obama," "The Man Who Sold America: Trump and the Unraveling of the American Story" and her latest work, "Medgar and Myrlie: Medgar Evers and the Love Story That Awakened America." Additionally, Reid co-hosts the podcasts "Reid This, Reid That" and "What to Reid."

Before her current role at MSNBC, Reid hosted “The Reid Report,” a daily program that highlighted her unique analysis and insights. She was also the Managing Editor of theGrio.com, and has extensive experience as a freelance columnist for The Miami Herald and as editor of the political blog The Reid Report. Her background includes roles as a talk radio producer and host for Radio One, and as an online news editor for NBC affiliate WTVJ in Miramar, FL. Her columns and articles have been featured in top publications including The New York Times, The Guardian, The Daily Beast, and New York Magazine.

Reid has been honored with numerous awards including a 2022 NAACP Image Award for "The ReidOut" and recognition from the Women’s Media Center and the National Association of Black Journalists. She has also been a Hearst Visiting Professor at Howard University, teaching about the impact of race and gender on political coverage. Reid graduated from Harvard University in 1991 and is a 2003 Knight Center for Specialized Journalism fellow.

Alongside her husband, Jason Reid, she co-owns the documentary film company Image Lab Media Group. She continues to be a leading voice in media, addressing crucial topics such as women's empowerment, race, justice, and the influence of media in the digital age.

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Joy-Ann Reid Videos

Joy-Ann Reid - Medgar Evers College
Joy-Ann Reid Says Having Her Show Canceled ‘Liberated Her’
Joy-Ann Reid, "The Man Who Sold America"

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What topics does Joy-Ann Reid speak about?

Joy-Ann Reid is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Journalism, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Authors, Social Activism, Business, Economy, Technology, Healthcare, Government, Education, Literary, Culture, Law, Executive Leadership, Political, Black History Month, Broadcasting, Motivational, Influential Women, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Female Leadership, Women, Host & Emcee and Podcast Hosts.

Where does Joy-Ann Reid travel from?

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Joy-Ann Reid is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Journalism, Black Heritage and Diversity & Inclusion. The estimated speaking fee range to book Joy-Ann Reid for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Joy-Ann Reid 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 Angela Rye, Van Jones and Michael Eric Dyson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Joy-Ann Reid for an upcoming event.

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

Joy-Ann Reid Videos

Joy-Ann Reid - Medgar Evers College
Joy-Ann Reid Says Having Her Show Canceled ‘Liberated Her’
Joy-Ann Reid, "The Man Who Sold America"
Joy-Ann Reid Discusses America's Crisis Under #45 And Her New Book
Joy Ann Reid at Mercy College

Joy-Ann Reid News

  • How do I book Joy-Ann Reid to speak at my event?

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

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

  • Where does Joy-Ann Reid travel from?

    Joy-Ann Reid 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 Joy-Ann Reid?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Joy-Ann Reid 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 Joy-Ann Reid 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 Joy-Ann Reid 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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