Kiesha B. Free (née Garrison) Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000
Travels From:
SEA - Seattle, WA
Primary Topic Category:
Moderators
Secondary Topic Category:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) / Social Justice
Kiesha B. Free (née Garrison) Speaker Profile: At A Glance
With a 20+ year career that spans technology, media, and performing arts, Kiesha B. Free's overarching mission is to connect people to the insight, resources, and experiences they need to thrive in their fullest self-expression. Kiesha is the Founder & CEO of Hey, Black Seattle, a company providing community-centered tech & media that connects people of the African diaspora that live in the Greater Seattle area. Kiesha delivers stirring speeches and interactive sessions that spark deep personal inquiry and self-empowerment for corporate teams, schools, and community organizations.
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