Killer Mike
Keynote Speaker: Grammy Award-Winning Hip-Hop Artist & Activist Focused on Social Inequality, Police Brutality & Systemic Racism
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Killer Mike Biography
Michael Render, professionally known as Killer Mike, is a Grammy-winning artist and songwriter originating from Atlanta, GA. He forms one part of the acclaimed hip-hop duo, Run The Jewels, alongside EL-P. Together, they have released four significantly recognized studio albums including "Run the Jewels," "Run the Jewels 2," "Run the Jewels 3," and "RTJ4." Their latest release, RTJ4, ascended to the Top 10 on the Billboard 200 and received extensive critical acclaim, ranking #1 on NME's The Best 50 Albums of 2020 list. Run The Jewels was named the 2020 Spin Magazine Artist of the Year and has garnered eleven Libera Awards, including the 2021 A2IM Humanitarian Award, and four Clio Awards, amongst others.
Outside of Run The Jewels, Killer Mike has sustained a prolific solo career for over two decades. He has released multiple studio albums, mixtapes, and collaborations with considerable figures in hip-hop such as Outkast, Jay-Z, Big Boi, T.I., Black Thought, and more. Killer Mike's solo album "Michael," released on June 16, 2023, won three awards at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards, including Best Rap Album. He announced his seventh studio album, "Songs for Sinners & Saints," with gospel group Michael & The Mighty Midnight Revival, which was released in 2024. His work has not only been recognized by the Grammy Awards but by the BET Awards too, winning Album of the Year for "Michael" in 2024. Killer Mike also won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance for "Scientists & Engineers".
Beyond his musical career, Killer Mike has also displayed his acting prowess in films such as "Idlewild," "Baby Driver," "ATL," and "America: The Motion Picture". He introduced his docu-series "Trigger Warning with Killer Mike" on Netflix in January 2019. Furthermore, he hosts the weekly interview program, "Love & Respect" on PBS, which received an Emmy Award. Killer Mike's activism work was featured in an episode of "The Real World: Atlanta." He is known to be a vocal advocate for social and political issues, focusing primarily on social inequality, police brutality, and systemic racism. His extensive work as a social justice activist earned him the first-ever Billboard Change Maker Award.
Outside of music and activism, Killer Mike also has several business ventures. He co-founded Greenwood, an online bank aimed at supporting Black and Latinx communities. He also owns a barbershop in Atlanta, GA, known as Graffiti's SWAG. As a speaker, he has delivered keynote addresses and lectures at various prestigious forums, including the inaugural gala for the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression in New York City and a lecture on race at MIT. Killer Mike continues to use his influence to effect change and inspire others in various sectors of society.
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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, Civil Rights, Business Leadership, Government 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.
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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.
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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.
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Free the Facts - Jul 20 2023
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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.
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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, Civil Rights, Business Leadership, Government 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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