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Former Editor-in-Chief of TIME | Faculty Director at Harvard Kennedy School | Bestselling Author | Expert on Media, Politics, & Leadership

Nancy Gibbs Speaking Fee: $30,000 to $50,000

Former Editor-in-Chief of TIME | Faculty Director at Harvard Kennedy School | Bestselling Author | Expert on Media, Politics, & Leadership

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Nancy Gibbs
Speaking Fee:
$30,000 to $50,000

Travels From:
EWR - Newark, NJ

Primary Topic Category:
Journalists / News Media / Global Outlook / Current Events

Secondary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management

 

Nancy Gibbs Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Nancy Gibbs is the former Editor-in-Chief of TIME magazine, where she was the first woman to hold the position. She currently serves as the Faculty Director of the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics, and Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School. A bestselling author, Gibbs is renowned for her expertise in media, politics, and leadership, having interviewed numerous U.S. Presidents and global leaders throughout her distinguished career.

Nancy Gibbs is a celebrated journalist, author, and academic, best known for her pioneering role as the first female Editor-in-Chief of TIME magazine, a position she held from 2013 to 2017. During her tenure, she oversaw the publication's transition into the digital age, significantly expanding its digital audience and launching innovative multimedia projects, including the Emmy-winning documentary series "A Year in Space." Under her leadership, TIME's digital audience grew from 25 to 55 million, and the magazine won several prestigious awards. Currently, Gibbs serves as the Faculty Director of the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics, and Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School, where she focuses on the evolving role of media in politics and society. Her academic contributions are further enhanced by her role as the Edward R. Murrow Professor of Practice of Press, Politics, and Public Policy. She has lectured extensively on the American presidency and media, contributing to numerous academic and public forums. In addition to her academic and journalistic endeavors, Gibbs is a bestselling author, co-writing "The Presidents Club: Inside the World's Most Exclusive Fraternity" and "The Preacher and the Presidents: Billy Graham in the White House." Her insightful analyses and engaging storytelling have made her a sought-after speaker on topics ranging from leadership and management to current events and media dynamics. Throughout her career, Gibbs has been recognized for her exceptional contributions to journalism and public discourse. She continues to influence and inspire through her writing, teaching, and public speaking, addressing critical issues at the intersection of media, politics, and society.
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