Ron Stallworth
Keynote Speaker: Retired Undercover Police Detective; Expert on Race & Law Enforcement Interactions; Known as the Inspiration for Spike Lee's "BlacKkKlansman"
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Ron Stallworth Biography
Ron Stallworth made history as the first African-American detective in the Colorado Springs Police Department. His tenure in law enforcement is notable for a daring undercover operation in which he infiltrated the Ku Klux Klan in the late 1970s. This remarkable investigation lasted around nine months and was instrumental in preventing numerous cross burnings and rallies. Stallworth's work also led to the identification of various KKK members in sensitive military positions, contributing significantly to national security.
Stallworth's experiences served as the basis for his 2014 memoir, "Black Klansman." This book not only recounts his time with the Colorado Springs Police Department but also details the challenges and triumphs of his groundbreaking investigation. In 2018, the memoir was adapted into the critically acclaimed film "BlacKkKlansman". Directed by Spike Lee, the film received widespread recognition, winning an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay and the Grand Prize of the Jury at the Cannes Film Festival.
He details another firsthand account of trailblazing police work in the most unlikely place for a Black cop in the '90s: Salt Lake City, Utah. Stallworth makes a startling discovery that Bloods and Crips are infiltrating Mormon Country and recounts the undercover work in his book, "The Gangs of Zion: A Black Cop's Crusade in Mormon Country."
Leveraging his unique experiences and insights from his law enforcement career, Stallings has spoken to capacity crowds at various forums. Stallworth's post-retirement activities underscore his ongoing commitment to fostering understanding and dialogue around race relations and law enforcement in America.
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Ron Stallworth Speaking Topics
Ron Stallworth was the first black detective in the history of the Colorado Springs Police Department. He overcame many obstacles, including prejudice from members of his own force and the difficulty of impersonating a KKK member. Stallworth offers insights on the intersections of race and law enforcement: how they have changed in some ways and stayed the same in others. Stallworth draws on both his own experiences and historical and current events.
In 1978, when detective Ron Stallworth discovered a classified ad in the local paper recruiting for the Ku Klux Klan, he responded, using his real name while posing as a white man. He asked his partner Chuck to play the "white" Ron Stallworth for inperson meetings, while Stallworth himself conducted all phone conversations. During the months-long investigation, Stallworth sabotaged cross burnings, exposed white supremacists in the military, and even befriended and served on the security detail for David Duke. In this talk, Stallworth tells the story of his KKK infiltration, touching on his motivations, doubts, fears, and triumphs throughout the process.
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What topics does Ron Stallworth speak about?
Ron Stallworth is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Government, Law, Social Sciences, Authors, DEI and Culture.
Where does Ron Stallworth travel from?
Ron Stallworth generally travels from El Paso, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Ron Stallworth is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism and Black Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ron Stallworth for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Ron Stallworth generally travels from El Paso, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ijeoma Oluo, Nikki Giovanni and Yusef Salaam. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ron Stallworth for an upcoming event.
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Race and Law Enforcement
Ron Stallworth was the first black detective in the history of the Colorado Springs Police Department. He overcame many obstacles, including prejudice from members of his own force and the difficulty of impersonating a KKK member. Stallworth offers insights on the intersections of race and law enforcement: how they have changed in some ways and stayed the same in others. Stallworth draws on both his own experiences and historical and current events.
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Black Klansman: How Ron Stallworth Infiltrated the KKK
In 1978, when detective Ron Stallworth discovered a classified ad in the local paper recruiting for the Ku Klux Klan, he responded, using his real name while posing as a white man. He asked his partner Chuck to play the "white" Ron Stallworth for inperson meetings, while Stallworth himself conducted all phone conversations. During the months-long investigation, Stallworth sabotaged cross burnings, exposed white supremacists in the military, and even befriended and served on the security detail for David Duke. In this talk, Stallworth tells the story of his KKK infiltration, touching on his motivations, doubts, fears, and triumphs throughout the process.
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How do I book Ron Stallworth to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Ron Stallworth for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Ron Stallworth, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Ron Stallworth are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ron Stallworth, 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 Ron Stallworth speak about?
Ron Stallworth is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Government, Law, Social Sciences, Authors, DEI and Culture. -
Where does Ron Stallworth travel from?
Ron Stallworth generally travels from El Paso, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Ron Stallworth?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ron Stallworth 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 Ron Stallworth 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 Ron Stallworth 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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