BOOK AYANNA HENDERSON
Host. Moderator.Speaker. Producer.
Where strategy meets stage presence.
Based in Los Angeles. Available worldwide.
20+
Years
in entertainment & marketing
$10M+
Revenue
generated for clients
40M+
Reach
across campaigns
11+
Years
teaching at university level
Professor
Marketing & Entrepreneurship
Founder
My Genius Assistant, Higher Ground, Ayanna Beauty, Too Los Angeles & AHM
WAYS TO BOOK
Host / Emcee
Ayanna brings warmth, wit, and command to any stage. From red carpet galas to corporate summits, she keeps energy high and audiences engaged from open to close.
Ideal for: Award shows, galas, conferences, brand activations
Keynote Speaker
A dynamic keynote that blends real-world marketing strategy with cultural intelligence. Ayanna delivers insights that move audiences from inspired to activated.
Ideal for: Industry conferences, leadership summits, brand events
Moderator
Ayanna is a skilled moderator who prepares deeply, listens actively, and draws out the most compelling moments from any panel or conversation.
Ideal for: Panel discussions, fireside chats, roundtables
Celebrity / Talent Interviewer
With a background in entertainment marketing and relationships across the industry, Ayanna conducts interviews that feel authentic, not scripted.
Ideal for: Press junkets, fan events, media activations, podcasts
AI Strategy Workshop
A hands-on session that demystifies AI for creative professionals, marketers, and executives. Participants leave with tools they can use immediately.
Ideal for: Corporate training, university programs, industry workshops
Executive Coaching Session
Private or small-group sessions for founders, executives, and creatives navigating brand strategy, career pivots, or business growth.
Ideal for: Founders, C-suite, creative directors, emerging leaders
Podcast / Media Appearance
Ayanna is a compelling guest who brings perspective, stories, and substance to any format — from long-form conversations to quick-hit media segments.
Ideal for: Podcasts, YouTube shows, broadcast segments, panels
AI SPEAKER PRESENTATIONS
Ayanna is one of the few speakers who bridges AI literacy with cultural fluency — making these sessions essential for organizations navigating the future of creative work.
AI + The Future of Creative Work
How AI is reshaping creative industries — and what human creatives must do to stay irreplaceable.
Marketing in the Age of AI
A strategic framework for integrating AI tools into marketing workflows without losing brand voice or cultural resonance.
AI Literacy for Non-Technical Leaders
A practical, jargon-free introduction to AI for executives, founders, and creatives who need to lead AI-informed teams.
The Ethics of AI in Culture + Media
An honest conversation about representation, bias, and responsibility as AI becomes embedded in entertainment and media production.
Building Your AI-Powered Brand
How entrepreneurs and personal brands can leverage AI tools to scale content, strategy, and presence — without losing authenticity.
SIGNATURE TOPICS
01
AI + The Future of Creative Work
How artificial intelligence is reshaping creative industries and what human creatives must do to stay irreplaceable.
02
Marketing with Cultural Intelligence
Why cultural fluency is the most undervalued marketing skill — and how to build campaigns that actually resonate.
03
Building a Brand That Outlasts the Trend
The strategic framework behind brands that endure — from identity architecture to community building.
04
The Entrepreneurial Mindset in Corporate Spaces
How to think like a founder inside any organization — and why companies need more intrapreneurs.
05
From Classroom to Boardroom
Bridging academic theory and real-world strategy — lessons from 11+ years teaching marketing and entrepreneurship at the university level.
06
The Power of the Personal Brand
Why your personal brand is your most valuable professional asset — and how to build one with intention.
07
Women, Wealth + the Creative Economy
An honest conversation about money, wealth, and opportunity for women building businesses in creative industries.
08
Storytelling as Strategy
How the most effective marketing campaigns are built on narrative — and how to find and tell your brand's true story.
09
Compton, Creativity + Culture
A personal and professional exploration of how place shapes perspective — and why the most powerful brands are rooted in authentic origin stories.
FEATURED EXPERIENCE
Compton Hub City International Film Festival
Compton, CA
Served as host and panelist for CHCIFF 2026, moderating conversations on film, culture, and the future of independent cinema in underrepresented communities.
Santa Monica College × Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce
Santa Monica, CA
Led "Expanding Business Through Membership" — a live workshop on building recurring revenue models, structuring Bronze/Silver/Gold pricing tiers, and creating a 30-day go-to-market launch plan. Presented in partnership with the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce as part of SMC's Business & Marketing Programs.
Santa Monica College × Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce
Santa Monica, CA
Led "Local Marketing: From Sidewalk to Social" — a strategy workshop for small business owners on turning foot traffic into paying customers, building a social media system that converts, and using AI to grow a local business. Every attendee left with a clear action plan they could implement immediately.
Upper Iowa University
Remote / National
Delivered marketing and business courses to a national student body, integrating AI tools and contemporary case studies into the curriculum.
LBC: The Next Episode
Long Beach, CA
Hosted the inaugural LBC: The Next Episode cannabis industry networking event at the Museum of Latin American Art, presented by Higher Ground.
Ayanna Henderson Marketing
Los Angeles, CA
Founded and leads a premium editorial marketing agency serving entertainment brands, consumer companies, founders, athletes, and institutions. Over $10M generated for clients across two decades of campaigns.
Ayanna Beauty
Los Angeles, CA
Founded Ayanna Beauty, a beauty brand rooted in culture, self-expression, and the intersection of artistry and identity.
Too Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Founded Too Los Angeles, a lifestyle brand celebrating the culture, creativity, and spirit of Los Angeles.
WHY AYANNA
The practitioner who can hold a room.
Ayanna Henderson is not a professional speaker who talks about marketing. She is a marketing executive who speaks — and the difference is everything. Every insight she shares comes from two decades of real campaigns, real clients, and real results.
She has built brands for Steve Harvey, e.l.f. Beauty, Keys Soulcare, the People's Choice Awards, and dozens of founders, athletes, and institutions — generating over $10M for clients. She has taught marketing at UCLA, Santa Monica College, and Upper Iowa University for 11+ years. She founded My Genius Assistant, Higher Ground, Ayanna Beauty, Too Los Angeles, and Ayanna Henderson Marketing. She knows what it takes to build something that lasts.
"I don't just talk about strategy. I've lived it."
SHORT BIO
Ayanna Henderson, MBA is a Los Angeles-based marketing executive, professor, and entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience building brands at the intersection of entertainment, culture, and commerce. She is the founder of My Genius Assistant, Higher Ground, Ayanna Beauty, Too Los Angeles, and Ayanna Henderson Marketing, and has led campaigns for Steve Harvey, e.l.f. Beauty, Keys Soulcare, and the People's Choice Awards — generating over $10M for clients.
CAREER EXPERIENCE
VENTURES
AVAILABLE FORMATS
Keynote (45–60 min)
45–60 minutes
Keynote (30 min)
30 minutes
Workshop / Training (Half Day)
3–4 hours
Workshop / Training (Full Day)
6–8 hours
Panel Moderation
60–90 minutes
Fireside Chat
30–45 minutes
Host / Emcee (Half Day)
3–4 hours
Host / Emcee (Full Day)
6–8 hours
Executive Coaching Session
60–90 minutes
Podcast / Media Appearance
30–60 minutes
BOOKING INFORMATION
SPEAKING FEES
Speaking fees vary based on event type, format, travel requirements, and audience size. Please submit the inquiry form below and we will respond with availability and fee information within 2–3 business days.
TRAVEL
Ayanna is based in Los Angeles, CA and is available for events nationwide and internationally. Travel and accommodation expenses are the responsibility of the booking organization and are discussed during the contracting process.
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Based in Los Angeles. Available worldwide.