Keppler

About Jeff Johnson

An award-winning journalist, social activist, and political commentator, Jeff Johnson is well known for his conversations with world figures and his trailblazing efforts as a voice for positive social change.

Originally known as BET’s “Cousin Jeff,” Jeff Johnson has parlayed his commitment to making the world a better place into a diverse career, shedding light on the issues that matter most. He has spent the last decade merging the worlds of politics and popular culture, working as senior advisor for media and youth outreach for People for the American Way, as national director of the Youth & College division of the NAACP, and as the vice president of Russell Simmons’ Hip Hop Summit Action Network. He remains with BET Networks, and is a regular commentator for the nationally syndicated Tom Joyner Morning Show. His book, Everything I’m Not Made Me Everything I Am, was released in September 2009.

Widely recognized for his socio-political influence, Jeff Johnson has earned a reputation as the “conscience voice” of BET Networks, for his positive influence among youth and young adults. His commitment to fostering broad-based communication about issues related to race, political, pop culture, and socioeconomics has led to his career as one of the country’s most in-demand diversity speakers, addressing large crowds and encouraging audiences to speak truth to power.

Jeff Johnson's Speech Topic(s)

• We Are Not All the Same: The Complexity of Branding to Communities of Color
  Provide corporations with an overview of the nuances of the black community and the strategies for reaching the diverse demographics within the community. Additionally corporations will be given tools for developing multiply messages that ensure reach to the numerous black silos and increase market share.
• Beyond Diversity: Moving Your Company Beyond Affirmative Action
  Most diversity initiatives are about ensuring a rainbow coalition staff with a mandate of sensitivity. Smart companies not only recognize the value of a diverse team, but have mastered ways to value difference and use member strengths to create community amongst staff that encourages maximum productivity. This presentation will provide corporate leaders with strategies to move beyond diversity and building strong staff communities.
• BECOME Activists: Building Effective Organizations & Maintaining Excellence
  Emphasizing the importance of activism in one’s community, Jeff Johnson encourages community leaders to become involved - involved in schools, community organizations, becoming a mentor, or even active in local politics. Johnson discusses how becoming a community activist can help create a better future for individuals, but also for the community and the world itself.
• Unclaimed Legacy: Who Will Lead the Next Social Movement?
  Johnson discusses the importance of finding a new leader to reclaim the mantle of luminaries like Martin Luther King, Jr. He encourages audiences to help their communities and each other by continuing the legacy of great social leaders and rising up to meet the challenges of the 21st century.