Mae Jemison

Mae Jemison

Keynote Speaker: First Black Woman in Space & Former NASA Astronaut; National Women's & International Space Hall of Famer Founder, 100 Year Starship

Mae Jemison Biography

Dr. Mae C. Jemison leads 100 Year Starship (100YSS), a bold, far reaching nonprofit initiative to assure the capabilities exist for human travel beyond our solar system to another star within the next century. As 100YSS' Principal, she is building a multi-faceted global community to foster the cultural, scientific, social and technical commitment, support and financial framework to accomplish the 100YSS vision.

Dr. Jemison, who is a physician, engineer, educator and entrepreneur, was the first woman of color to go into space, aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992. She left NASA a year later, having served as an astronaut for six years. Prior to joining NASA, she was the Area Peace Corps Medical Officer for Sierra Leone and Liberia and a general practice physician in Los Angeles.

Dr. Jemison started The Jemison Group, Inc., a technology consulting firm integrating critical socio-cultural issues into the design, development and implementation of engineering and science projects. As an Environmental Studies professor at Dartmouth College, she taught classes on, and researched, technology design and sustainable development with special emphasis on developing countries. She is a worldwide respected voice in STEM education and is founder of the non-profit Dorothy Jemison Foundation for Excellence. She started The Earth We Share™, a unique international science literacy curriculum and program that builds student critical thinking and problem solving skills, and trains middle and secondary school teachers in experiential education.

Dr. Jemison was the founding Chairman of the state of Texas' Product Development and Small Business Incubator Board. A member of the National Academies of Science's Institute of Medicine, she is also an inductee of the National Women's Hall of Fame; the National Medical Association Hall of Fame; and the Texas Science Hall of Fame. She is also the recipient of the National Organization for Women's Intrepid Award and the Kilby Science Award, among many honors.

An author of lay literature and technical articles, Dr. Jemison is sought for commentary on space exploration, science education, diversity, sustainability and development. She is the first real-life astronaut to appear on an episode of the "Star Trek" TV franchise, and is a LEGO figurine in the LEGO Women of NASA kit. She appears on Forbes magazine's 2023 "50 Over 50" list.

Dr. Jemison earned her B.S., Chemical Engineering and fulfilled requirements for A.B., African and Afro-American Studies from Stanford University and received her M.D. from Cornell University.

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Mae Jemison Speaking Topics

STEM: The Importance of Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

Dr. Jemison discusses the importance of STEM in developing the next generation of problem solvers and entrepreneurs. This is an important topic for college and universities, as well as municipal regions working in partnership with businesses to attract and develop STEM talent.

Exploring the Frontiers of Science and Human Potential

Dedicating her life’s work to scientific, technological, and medical advancements, Dr. Jemison explores the frontiers of science and the human potential.

Mae Jemison Videos

Announcing Mae Jemison | Commencement 2022 | Washington
Astronaut Mae Jemison talk about her inspirational life and her new
Pursuing the Extraordinary: A Data Revolution | Mae Jemison

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

Mae Jemison is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Astronauts, Technology, Empowerment, Medicine, Science, TED, Black Heritage, Black History Month, STEM, Space, Overcoming Adversity, Influential Women, Adventure, Social Justice, Social Activism, Women in Tech, Women's History Month and Women.

Where does Mae Jemison travel from?

Mae Jemison generally travels from Texas, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Mae Jemison?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mae Jemison 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 Mae Jemison for your next private or corporate function.

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Mae Jemison is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Astronauts, Technology and Empowerment. The estimated speaking fee range to book Mae Jemison for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Mae Jemison generally travels from Texas, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Lisa Leslie, Shayla Rivera and Vernice "FlyGirl" Armour. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mae Jemison for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 17/09/2024.

Mae Jemison Speaking Topics

  • STEM: The Importance of Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

    Dr. Jemison discusses the importance of STEM in developing the next generation of problem solvers and entrepreneurs. This is an important topic for college and universities, as well as municipal regions working in partnership with businesses to attract and develop STEM talent.

  • Exploring the Frontiers of Science and Human Potential

    Dedicating her life’s work to scientific, technological, and medical advancements, Dr. Jemison explores the frontiers of science and the human potential.

Mae Jemison Videos

Announcing Mae Jemison | Commencement 2022 | Washington
Astronaut Mae Jemison talk about her inspirational life and her new
Pursuing the Extraordinary: A Data Revolution | Mae Jemison
Presidential Forum Speaker: Mae C. Jemison
Girls ask Dr. Mae Jemison about space

Mae Jemison Reviews

  • Thank you for your work with our keynotes! Mae Jemison's keynote was very well received and she earned a standing ovation. Her message was perfect for our audience and they were inspired! The meet and greet in the VIP lounge was also well received and we were very happy to accommodate all guests. Thanks to AAE for the time and attention in assisting us with these wonderful keynote speakers. It was great to work with AAE, they were terrific throughout the process and a great point of contact during the event as well.
    Future of Education Technology (FETC) - Feb 12 2019

  • Everything went smoothly with Dr. Jemison, thank you.
    Blackboard, Inc. - Aug 07 2017

Mae Jemison News

  • How do I book Mae Jemison to speak at my event?

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

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

    Mae Jemison is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Astronauts, Technology, Empowerment, Medicine, Science, TED, Black Heritage, Black History Month, STEM, Space, Overcoming Adversity, Influential Women, Adventure, Social Justice, Social Activism, Women in Tech, Women's History Month and Women.
  • Where does Mae Jemison travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mae Jemison 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 Mae Jemison 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 Mae Jemison 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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