Alexandra Robbins Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000
Travels From:
DCA - Washington, DC
Primary Topic Category:
Authors & Storytellers
Secondary Topic Category:
Journalists / News Media / Global Outlook / Current Events
Alexandra Robbins Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Alexandra Robbins is a renowned journalist and bestselling author known for her insightful exploration of American education and culture. She has penned numerous influential books, including "The Overachievers" and "The Nurses," which have sparked national conversations. A Yale graduate and former staff member of The New Yorker, Robbins has received multiple prestigious awards, including the John Bartlow Martin Award for Public Interest Magazine Journalism. Her engaging keynotes draw from years of investigative experience, offering audiences powerful narratives and actionable insights.
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