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Linda Johnson Rice is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Black Heritage, Business, DEI, Diversity & Inclusion, Education, Entrepreneurship, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Leadership, Literary, Publishing, Virtual, Women

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Linda Johnson Rice Biography

Linda Johnson Rice is a pioneering business executive and influential leader in both the media and beauty industries, renowned for her visionary leadership and dedication to uplifting the Black experience.

As the former Chairman and CEO of Johnson Publishing Company, Linda broke barriers in 2002 when she became the first African American woman to lead one of the top five companies on Black Enterprise’s list of largest Black-owned businesses. Throughout her career, she has leveraged her unique combination of executive acumen and creative talent to build globally recognized brands, including Ebony and Jet magazines, which became cultural cornerstones for the African American community.

Linda's mission has always been to showcase the richness and diversity of Black life, helping to shape and share the stories that resonate deeply within the African American community. Beyond publishing, she has made an indelible mark on the beauty industry as the driving force behind Fashion Fair Cosmetics, the No. 1 brand for makeup and skincare tailored to women of color. Her leadership, both in media and beauty, exemplifies her commitment to representation and excellence, serving as an inspiration for future generations of creative business leaders.

In addition to her professional achievements, Linda is a respected voice in philanthropy and corporate governance, serving on several notable boards including Omnicom Group and Enova. She uses her platform to inspire resilience and fortitude, preaching that adversity can be transformed into opportunity. Her influence has earned her numerous accolades, such as being named one of Chicago’s 100 Most Powerful Women by the Chicago Sun-Times and recognized as one of the Top 10 Women in Media by Crain's. Her ability to navigate the complexities of business with grace and vision makes her a revered figure in both corporate and cultural spheres.

Currently, Linda is working on her next major project, an executive-produced documentary that highlights the legacy of Johnson Publishing Company, further cementing her role as a preserver of Black cultural history. Her journey from leading a family business to shaping national conversations on race and identity reflects her extraordinary life and career, marked by resilience, creativity, and a commitment to sharing the beauty and power of the Black experience with the world.

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Linda Johnson Rice Speaking Topics

Progress in Pictures: How Ebony and Jet told the story of the African-American Journey, From the Great Migration to the Present

When Ms. Rice’s father founded Johnson Publishing Company in 1942 thanks to a $500 loan, he sought to create an equivalent magazine to Life that would tell the story of the black experience in America. Over the next 75 years, in both vivid prose as well as indelible pictures, the pages of Ebony and Jet captured the stories of African-Americans, from the famous to the family next door.

Ms. Rice will tell the story of how JPC helped shape the Civil Rights movement by informing and inspiring its audience, a mission which continues to reach millions of readers each month. Her speech will be punctuated by material from the company’s invaluable media archives – a treasure house of more than six decades worth of iconic cultural treasures, including feature interviews, photo profiles and performances from celebrities, newsmakers and famous Black Americans in the sciences, business, sports, politics, culture, civil rights, education, medicine, and more. Ms. Rice’s presentation tells a comprehensive and compelling story of America, its past and its present.
Don’t Brace for Change; Embrace It: Adapting to Change In a Transformational Business Market

As Chairman of Johnson Publishing Company (JPC), the largest African-American owned publishing firm in the United States, Linda Johnson Rice will take us through the choices she made to implement bold changes at her iconic company during a pivotal moment in its history. Learn how Rice made the critical business decisions to transition from CEO to Chairman, hire female senior executive talent, and navigate the changing media landscape to maintain relevancy and market share. Leave the meeting inspired to embrace change in your professional life!

Dream, but Don’t Fall Asleep: a Message for Young People on What it Takes to Dream Big and Dare to Try

For many young people – especially young women – examples of large accomplishments are ubiquitous in popular culture. Yet, examples of how to reach them are not. Linda’s mother and father reached the heights of success and became examples of African American achievement for millions, especially to Linda as a young girl. More importantly, however, they gave her concrete examples of the hard work and the many middle steps it takes to reach such success. They set her on a journey to college and graduate school, and taught her to work her way up from the smallest jobs within the family company to ones of increasing responsibility and importance.

Linda shares her story for younger audiences, particularly those in high school, about how to find the mentors that guide the way to success. And she encourages young people to earn the hard-won qualities necessary to realize their full potential. It is a story meant for strivers of all ages, and an inspirational message for everyone who dreams big and dares to try.

Education and Social Elevation: The Story of Johnson Publishing Company and Expanding African American Educational Opportunities

Education is the great equalizer, which is why the era of Civil Rights legislation began in earnest with Brown v. Board of Education. In the march toward equality, social justice and educational access must walk hand-in-hand in order to ensure a brighter future for all our children. Yet, economic and cultural barriers remain formidable obstacles for many minorities seeking to fulfill their academic potential and pursue the American Dream. These students need both knowledge and role models—education and inspiration—to succeed.

Ms. Rice will share how the history of Johnson Publishing Company, since its founding in 1942, has built partnerships between business, government and academia in order to expand access to education for minority scholars and widen the circle of opportunity for Americans of color.

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How do I book Linda Johnson Rice to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Linda Johnson Rice for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Linda Johnson Rice, 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 Linda Johnson Rice or any other speaker of your choice.
What are the speaker fees for Linda Johnson Rice

Speaking fees for Linda Johnson Rice, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Linda Johnson Rice are for live events and for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Linda Johnson Rice, click the Check Availability 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 Linda Johnson Rice speak about?

Linda Johnson Rice is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Black Heritage, Business, DEI, Diversity & Inclusion, Education, Entrepreneurship, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Leadership, Literary, Publishing, Virtual, Women.
Where does Linda Johnson Rice travel from?

Linda Johnson Rice generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
Who is Linda Johnson Rice’s agent?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Linda Johnson Rice 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 Availability 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 Linda Johnson Rice 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 Linda Johnson Rice 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, unbiased 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.

Linda Johnson Rice is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Progress in Pictures: How Ebony and Jet told the story of the African-American Journey, From the Great Migration to the Present, Don’t Brace for Change; Embrace It: Adapting to Change In a Transformational Business Market, Dream, but Don’t Fall Asleep: a Message for Young People on What it Takes to Dream Big and Dare to Try and Education and Social Elevation: The Story of Johnson Publishing Company and Expanding African American Educational Opportunities. The estimated speaking fee range to book Linda Johnson Rice for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Linda Johnson Rice generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Kimberly Harden, Alena Analeigh, Marla Blow, Minda Harts and Y-Vonne Hutchinson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Linda Johnson Rice for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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