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What topics does Rashad Rayford speak about?

Rashad Rayford is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Acting, Authors, Belonging, Black Heritage, Communication, Disruptive Thinking, Human Resources, Inspirational, Leadership, Mindset, Personal Growth, Poetry, Storytelling, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Television & Film, Thought Leadership

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Rashad Rayford Biography

Rashad Rayford is a dynamic thought leader, award-winning actor, poet, and speaker known for blending storytelling, spoken word, and business acumen to inspire audiences across industries. As the founder of Elevate Your Vibe, Rayford has revolutionized the corporate speaking landscape with his intuitive and energetic approach, helping businesses craft compelling stories that drive engagement and authentic connections.

With a client roster that includes Tractor Supply Co., Best Buy, Vulcan Materials, Nashville Electric Service, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Rayford has traveled the country delivering high-impact keynotes and workshops. His signature style combines artistry and strategy, empowering organizations to see themselves as the inspiration for their teams and clients.

Rayford’s work has been featured at TEDx, on NPR, and in The Wall Street Journal, HuffPost, and USA Today. He is a MOTH Story Hour GRANDslam champion, recognized for his ability to captivate and transform any audience. Whether addressing Fortune 500 companies, educators, or emerging leaders, Rayford uses storytelling to elevate both mindset and performance.

His self-development book, "Elevate Your Vibe: Ten Ways to Grow You," offers practical steps for individuals to reach their highest potential. As an expert in storytelling and communication, Rayford emphasizes the power of narrative to inspire action and cultivate authenticity in both personal and professional realms.

Beyond speaking, Rayford’s career is a testament to versatility and creativity. As an artist, he has released 15 albums spanning spoken word and hip-hop, and his performances have graced stages such as the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, TPAC, and Nashville International Airport. He has opened for legends like Big Boi (Outkast), Talib Kweli, and Robert Glasper, showcasing a unique blend of jazz, soul, and hip-hop.

Rayford’s commitment to community and education is evident in his workshops for organizations like the National Museum of African American Music and his mentorship with Southern Word, where he uses spoken word to teach literacy and inspire the next generation. Whether leading corporate workshops, delivering keynotes, or performing on stage, Rayford brings unmatched energy, creativity, and expertise. His mission is clear: to elevate every audience, helping them unlock the power of their stories and achieve lasting transformation.

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Rashad Rayford Speaking Topics

The Heartbeat of Belonging: Why We Seek, Why We Stay

This talk uncovers the core reasons why employees decide to stay or leave their careers. Through powerful storytelling, Rashad delves into the critical themes of empathy, team building, and personal responsibility—revealing how each element plays a role in fostering a genuine sense of belonging at work. Attendees will gain deep insights into the human side of retention, learning how to create an environment that makes people feel seen, valued, and connected.

Three Valuable Takeaways:
- Understanding Empathy in Leadership: Leaders will learn how empathy can transform the work culture, making employees feel valued and understood, which directly impacts retention.
- The Role of Team Building: Practical approaches to strengthen team cohesion, build meaningful relationships, and foster a supportive work environment that encourages employees to stay.
- Personal Responsibility in Belonging: Insights on how both leaders and employees can take ownership in cultivating a sense of belonging—empowering everyone to contribute to a positive and enduring workplace culture.
The Sound of Leadership: How Listening Fuels Innovation

n a world where everyone’s vying to be heard, true leaders know that the most powerful tool in their arsenal isn’t their voice, it's their ability to listen. The Sound of Leadership: How Listening Fuels Innovation explores the often-overlooked art of listening and how it can transform not only the way leaders engage but how they inspire game-changing ideas.

This keynote dives deep into the connection between active listening, empathy, and innovation. Through engaging stories, actionable insights, and a touch of creative flair, I’ll show your team how tuning in to the voices around them can uncover hidden opportunities, build trust, and spark collaboration like never before. Whether it’s leading a team or pitching the next big idea, this talk will equip attendees with the tools to listen actively and lead boldly.

Because innovation doesn’t come from the loudest voices in the room, it comes from those who know how to truly hear.

Three valuable takeaways:
- The Listening Advantage: Learn how active listening creates trust, fuels creativity, and builds stronger team dynamics, driving innovative solutions.
- Transform Silence into Strategy: Discover how to leverage quiet moments and authentic dialogue to unearth new perspectives and opportunities for growth.
- The Leadership Amplifier: Master techniques to foster a culture of listening in your organization, empowering teams to collaborate more effectively and innovate with confidence.

Lead With Your Story: Crafting Narratives That Inspire Career Growth

"Lead with Your Story" is all about the power of personal narratives. This keynote shows how crafting and sharing authentic stories can inspire not only individual career growth but also motivate teams and drive collective success. Rashad teaches how to tap into the power of storytelling to transform how professionals connect, communicate, and lead. Attendees will leave with practical tools to harness their own stories as powerful assets for growth and leadership.

Three Valuable Takeaways:

The Impact of Personal Narrative: Attendees will understand how sharing their own authentic stories can foster deeper connections, trust, and influence within their professional network.
Crafting Stories for Impact: Practical techniques for crafting compelling narratives that resonate with colleagues, clients, and leadership—transforming communication into a tool for inspiration.
Storytelling as a Leadership Tool: Insights into how storytelling can be leveraged to inspire teams, align vision, and drive personal and professional growth.

Fully Customized Talk

This option is a favorite for most businesses. Rashad fully customizes a talk for your audience. All his talks are custom to fit your needs, but this option goes 110% above and beyond because it creates an even uniquer experience for your audience.

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How do I book Rashad Rayford to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Rashad Rayford 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 Rashad Rayford, 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 Rashad Rayford or any other speaker of your choice.
What are the speaker fees for Rashad Rayford

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

Rashad Rayford is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Acting, Authors, Belonging, Black Heritage, Communication, Disruptive Thinking, Human Resources, Inspirational, Leadership, Mindset, Personal Growth, Poetry, Storytelling, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Television & Film, Thought Leadership.
Where does Rashad Rayford travel from?

Rashad Rayford generally travels from Nashville, TN, 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 Rashad Rayford’s agent?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Rashad Rayford 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 Rashad Rayford 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 Rashad Rayford 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.

Rashad Rayford is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Heartbeat of Belonging: Why We Seek, Why We Stay, The Sound of Leadership: How Listening Fuels Innovation, Lead With Your Story: Crafting Narratives That Inspire Career Growth and Fully Customized Talk. The estimated speaking fee range to book Rashad Rayford for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Rashad Rayford generally travels from Nashville, TN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Elaine Powell, Shawn Achor, Malcolm Gladwell, Jaiya John and Kimberly Brown. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Rashad Rayford for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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