Lena Waithe
Keynote Speaker: Emmy-winning Writer, Producer, Advocate for Queer & BIPOC Voices
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Lena Waithe Biography
Lena Waithe is an Emmy®-winning writer, producer, actor, and founder of Hillman Grad Productions, leading a cultural revolution in Hollywood by amplifying underrepresented voices. With projects at Warner Bros, Netflix, BET, and more, Waithe champions diverse storytelling and continues to push the boundaries of inclusivity in film and television. Her company has signed an exclusive overall deal with Warner Bros. Television Group to develop new programming for various platforms, including HBO Max.
Her critically acclaimed works include "The Chi," which received a Peabody Award nomination and two NAACP Image Award nominations, "Boomerang," "Twenties," praised for its representation and nominated for a GLAAD Media Award, and "Queen & Slim," which received accolades including two AAFCA awards and "Best Picture" at the BET Awards. Waithe made history as the first African-American woman to win a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series for her episode "Thanksgiving" in "Master of None." Additionally, she was recognized as The Hollywood Reporter’s TV Producer of the Year in 2020 and received the Creative Impact in Producing Award at the Palm Springs Film Festival. She was also honored by the American Black Film Festival with the Industry Renaissance Award, celebrating her contributions to shifting perceptions of people of color in film and television through her impactful storytelling.
A strong advocate for queer representation, Waithe has received numerous honors, including the New York City LGBT Community Center’s Trailblazer Award, a GLAAD Media Award, and The Trevor Project's Hero Award. She has been named OUT Magazine’s Artist of the Year, featured in Fast Company's Queer 50 list in 2021 and 2022, and earlier, was named one of TIME magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2018, in a tribute written by Vice President Kamala Harris. Waithe continues to support and mentor diverse voices through Hillman Grad's Mentorship Lab and Rising Voices program, which recently partnered with Indeed for a $1.35M investment in BIPOC filmmakers.
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What topics does Lena Waithe speak about?
Lena Waithe is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Acting, Television & Film, LGBTQ, College, Entertainers, Celebrity, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Culture, Civil Rights, Black Heritage, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Gender Equality, Innovation, Women, Women's History Month, Entertainment and Motivational.
Where does Lena Waithe travel from?
Lena Waithe generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, 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 Lena Waithe 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 Lena Waithe for your next private or corporate function.
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Lena Waithe is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Acting Speakers, Television & Film and LGBTQ. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Lena Waithe generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Janet Mock, Yara Shahidi and Angelica Ross. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lena Waithe for an upcoming event.
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How do I book Lena Waithe to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Lena Waithe 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 Lena Waithe, 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 Lena Waithe or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Lena Waithe for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Lena Waithe, 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 Lena Waithe, 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 Lena Waithe speak about?
Lena Waithe is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Acting, Television & Film, LGBTQ, College, Entertainers, Celebrity, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Culture, Civil Rights, Black Heritage, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Gender Equality, Innovation, Women, Women's History Month, Entertainment and Motivational. -
Where does Lena Waithe travel from?
Lena Waithe generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Lena Waithe?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lena Waithe 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 Lena Waithe 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 Lena Waithe 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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