Sam Haskell

Sam Haskell

Keynote Speaker: Former Worldwide Head of Television at WMA Leadership Speaker, Emmy Winning Producer, President of Magnolia Hill Productions, Author of "Promises I Made My Mother"

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Sam Haskell Biography

Emmy-winning producer Sam Haskell, III was named in 2007 by Television Week Magazine “One of the 25 Most Innovative and Influential People in Television of the Last 25 Years,” an honor he shared with Ted Turner, Barbara Walters, Oprah Winfrey, Walter Cronkite and other television legends. Haskell earned his ranking among the industry’s best through his 27-year career at the renowned William Morris Agency where he was one of the most powerful agents and dealmakers in the business.

Since 2012, Sam has run Magnolia Hill Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television in Los Angeles, CA. With his partner Dolly Parton, they produced two television movies for NBC. The first, Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors, aired on December 10, 2015 and eclipsed over 16 million live viewers making it the most viewed original television movie among the Big Four Networks in six years. The second film, Dolly Parton’s Christmas Of Many Colors - Circle of Love, was the highly anticipated sequel to the blockbuster ‘Coat of Many Colors,’ which aired on November 30, 2016 on NBC, again ranking #1 in all key demos and delivering 14.5 million live viewers. It has also won the Movieguide Epiphany Prize, the Christopher Award, the Family Film Award, and was nominated for Outstanding Television Movie at the 2017 Primetime Emmy Awards.

This past fall, Sam completed his 12th movie with Dolly Parton entitled, Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas for NBC. It follows Parton’s desire to uplift an exhausted world’s spirits by sharing the unique “mountain magic” she has always found in and around Dollywood at Christmas.

Widely known as ""the nice guy in Hollywood,"" Haskell is revered for his myriad of leadership endeavors throughout his career. He served as President of the Hollywood Radio and Television Society from 1997-1998 and served as Chairman of the Television Academy Emmy Hall of Fame Awards from 2001-2003.

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Sam Haskell Speaking Topics

From the Mailroom to the Board Room

In this stirring keynote, Emmy nominee and former Executive at one of the largest talent agencies in the world takes the audience on a journey from starting as an intern in the mailroom to becoming of the most influential people ever in television. Sam started out in a small town in Mississippi and through determination, out working his competition, and being considerate of others conquered the bright lights of Los Angeles.

Sam has spoken to dozens on Colleges and University campuses about goal setting, leadership, and navigating the cut throat world of Hollywood while remaining true to yourself and your values. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring the same man who some of todays top film and television talent come to for career advice and guidance."

Sam Haskell Videos

Sam Haskell, Retired Worldwide Head of Television, WMA

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How much does it cost to book Sam Haskell for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Sam Haskell, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Sam Haskell are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sam Haskell, 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 Sam Haskell speak about?

Sam Haskell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors and Literary.

Where does Sam Haskell travel from?

Sam Haskell 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 Sam Haskell?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sam Haskell 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 Sam Haskell 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 Sam Haskell 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.


Sam Haskell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors and Literary. The estimated speaking fee range to book Sam Haskell for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Sam Haskell 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 Leif Babin, Jocko Willink and Tyler Oakley. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sam Haskell for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/10/2024.

Sam Haskell Speaking Topics

  • From the Mailroom to the Board Room

    In this stirring keynote, Emmy nominee and former Executive at one of the largest talent agencies in the world takes the audience on a journey from starting as an intern in the mailroom to becoming of the most influential people ever in television. Sam started out in a small town in Mississippi and through determination, out working his competition, and being considerate of others conquered the bright lights of Los Angeles.

    Sam has spoken to dozens on Colleges and University campuses about goal setting, leadership, and navigating the cut throat world of Hollywood while remaining true to yourself and your values. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring the same man who some of todays top film and television talent come to for career advice and guidance."

Sam Haskell Videos

Sam Haskell, Retired Worldwide Head of Television, WMA
  • How do I book Sam Haskell to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Sam Haskell, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Sam Haskell are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sam Haskell, 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 Sam Haskell speak about?

    Sam Haskell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors and Literary.
  • Where does Sam Haskell travel from?

    Sam Haskell 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 Sam Haskell?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sam Haskell 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 Sam Haskell 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 Sam Haskell 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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