Michelle MiJung Kim
Keynote Speaker: Author of "The Wake Up" & CEO of Awaken
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Michelle MiJung Kim Biography
Michelle MiJung Kim (she/her) is a queer Korean American immigrant woman writer, speaker, activist, and entrepreneur. She is the CEO and co-founder of Awaken, a leading provider of interactive equity and inclusion education programs. Kim is also the award-winning author of "The Wake Up: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real Change," which has garnered recognition including the 2022 Nautilus Gold Medal and the 2021 Porchlight Personal Development & Human Behavior Book of the Year Award. Through her leadership at Awaken, she has leveraged her expertise to consult with hundreds of organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, tech giants, nonprofits, and government agencies, guiding them on their paths to meaningful change.
Kim's activism extends beyond her professional work. She has been a lifelong social justice advocate, contributing her insights and leadership to various boards and committees. Her current roles include serving on the board of Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality (AACRE) and the San Francisco Human Rights Commission’s Advisory Committee. Her involvement also spans to other organizations, including LYRIC nonprofit’s Board of Directors and the Build Tech We Trust Coalition. Kim's influential voice in diversity and inclusion has earned her accolades such as being named Medium’s Top Writer in Diversity for three consecutive years.
Her insights and thought leadership have been showcased on global platforms such as Harvard Business Review, Forbes, The New York Times, and NPR. Additionally, Kim's commitment to fostering dialogue and understanding is evident in her public speaking engagements, including keynote speeches at events like PCMA Convening Leaders and the Awaken Culture Summit 2018. She also spoke at the 2017 UC Berkeley Lavender Graduation and has participated in podcast discussions covering topics such as politics, race, and inclusive language in the workplace. Kim resides in Oakland, California, where she continues to inspire and influence widespread progressive change.
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What topics does Michelle MiJung Kim speak about?
Michelle MiJung Kim is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, LGBTQ, Executive Leadership, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Female Leadership, Social Justice, Consulting, Human Resources, Leadership, DEI, Future of Work, Women, Civil Rights, Culture, Inspirational, Social Activism and Corporate Culture.
Where does Michelle MiJung Kim travel from?
Michelle MiJung Kim generally travels from Oakland, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Michelle MiJung Kim?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michelle MiJung Kim 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 Michelle MiJung Kim for your next private or corporate function.
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Michelle MiJung Kim is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Diversity & Inclusion, LGBTQ and Executive Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michelle MiJung Kim for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Michelle MiJung Kim generally travels from Oakland, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Carin Taylor, Lily Zheng and Erica Dhawan. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michelle MiJung Kim for an upcoming event.
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Institute for Credentialing Excellence - Dec 02 2019
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Indeed, Inc. - May 21 2019
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Agencies, Contractors Suspend Diversity Training To Avoid ...
MICHELLE KIM: My first immediate thought was, here we go. BLOCK: Kim is co- founder of the company Awaken, which provides workshops on diversity, equity ...
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The Big Business of Unconscious Bias - The New York Times
... difference in people's level of engagement and desire to stretch themselves since the 2016 election,” said Michelle Kim, the C.E.O. and co-founder of Awaken , ...
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How do I book Michelle MiJung Kim to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Michelle MiJung Kim 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 Michelle MiJung Kim, 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 Michelle MiJung Kim or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Michelle MiJung Kim for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Michelle MiJung Kim, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Michelle MiJung Kim are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Michelle MiJung Kim, 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 Michelle MiJung Kim speak about?
Michelle MiJung Kim is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, LGBTQ, Executive Leadership, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Female Leadership, Social Justice, Consulting, Human Resources, Leadership, DEI, Future of Work, Women, Civil Rights, Culture, Inspirational, Social Activism and Corporate Culture. -
Where does Michelle MiJung Kim travel from?
Michelle MiJung Kim generally travels from Oakland, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Michelle MiJung Kim?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michelle MiJung Kim 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 Michelle MiJung Kim 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 Michelle MiJung Kim 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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