Killer Mike

Killer Mike

Keynote Speaker: Grammy Award-Winning Hip-Hop Artist & Activist Focused on Social Inequality, Police Brutality & Systemic Racism

Killer Mike Biography

Born in Atlanta, GA, Grammy-winning artist and songwriter Michael Render aka Killer Mike, is part of the popular hip-hop super duo, Run The Jewels. Alongside his partner, EL-P, he has released four studio albums. Their most recent, RTJ4, soared to the Top 10 on the Billboard 200 and was met with widespread critical acclaim, landing at #1 on NME's The Best 50 Albums of 2020 list. Named the 2020 Spin Magazine Artist of the Year, Run The Jewels have won eleven Libera Awards, including the 2021 A2IM Humanitarian Award, took home four Clio Awards, including two Gold-winning Music Marketing campaigns, and received a 2018 Grammy nomination for Best Rap Song.

Beyond his work with Run The Jewels, Killer Mike has been an active solo artist for over 20 years, releasing studio albums and mixtapes, while also collaborating on projects by some of the biggest names in hip-hop including Outkast, Jay-Z, Big Boi, T.I., Black Thought, and more. Killer Mike secured a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance Duo or Group for his collaboration with Outkast, "The Whole World," and also featured on "Poppin' Tags" off Jay-Z's #1 and triple-Platinum album, The Blueprint 2: The Gift and the Curse.

In addition to his success as a musician, Killer Mike has gained wide recognition beyond the industry. He acted in several films, including Baby Driver, Idlewild, and ATL. He also provided voiceover for the 2021 Netflix film America: The Motion Picture and is the host of multiple series including PBS' "Love & Respect with Killer Mike," Facebook's "Roll'N with Killer Mike," and Netflix's "Trigger Warning with Killer Mike."

Killer Mike is an advocate for the disenfranchised, a business owner, and a frequent public speaker on politics, race, and inequality in many communities. In 2020, his extensive work as a social justice activist earned him the first-ever Billboard Change Maker Award.

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Killer Mike Videos

Rapper Killer Mike Calls On Young People | TODAY
George Floyd: Killer Mike Makes Emotional Speech About Protests | NowThis
Killer Mike's Emotional Speech at Atlanta Mayor's Press Conference

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How much does it cost to book Killer Mike for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Killer Mike, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Killer Mike are $100,000 - $200,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Killer Mike, 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 Killer Mike speak about?

Killer Mike is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Entertainers, Celebrity, Entrepreneurship, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Social Justice, Business Leadership, Government, Civil Rights and Culture.

Where does Killer Mike travel from?

Killer Mike generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Killer Mike?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Killer Mike 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 Killer Mike 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 Killer Mike 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.


Killer Mike is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music, Entertainers and Celebrity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Killer Mike for live events is $100,000 - $200,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Killer Mike generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Common, Yara Shahidi and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Killer Mike for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 14/07/2024.

Killer Mike Videos

Rapper Killer Mike Calls On Young People | TODAY
George Floyd: Killer Mike Makes Emotional Speech About Protests | NowThis
Killer Mike's Emotional Speech at Atlanta Mayor's Press Conference
Killer Mike | Commencement Speaker Series 2020 | adult swim

Killer Mike Reviews

  • Free the Facts - Jul 20 2023

  • Target - Feb 07 2022

Killer Mike News

  • The Political Education of Killer Mik — GQ

    How Killer Mike—a rapper from Atlanta who also happens to be a Second Amendment–loving, Bernie Sanders–boosting, unapologetically pro-Black businessman—became one of the loudest and most original political voices in the country.

  • How do I book Killer Mike to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Killer Mike, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Killer Mike are $100,000 - $200,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Killer Mike, 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 Killer Mike speak about?

    Killer Mike is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Entertainers, Celebrity, Entrepreneurship, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Social Justice, Business Leadership, Government, Civil Rights and Culture.
  • Where does Killer Mike travel from?

    Killer Mike generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Killer Mike?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Killer Mike 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 Killer Mike 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 Killer Mike 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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