🎤 Book Me to Speak
Big Ideas. Brave Stories. Bold Stage Presence.
Looking for a speaker who can move hearts and spark ideas?
I’m Waymon Hudson — a queer, late-deafened, multi-hyphenate creative and marketing futurist, and a dynamic keynote speaker for conferences and events. Whether I’m commanding a keynote or sparking conversation on a panel, I bring a one-of-a-kind blend of:
✨ Storytelling that sticks
🎭 Broadway presence
🧠 Strategic, AI-forward insight
🌈 Radical, joyful authenticity
🗣️ Signature Speaking Topics
Here’s what I bring to the mic — bold, human-first talks that move people to think, feel, and act:
🌈
Queer Visibility &
Identity in Public Life
How to show up unapologetically — and lead by example across culture, politics, and business.
📣
From Survivor
to Storyteller
Transforming trauma into impact. How radical vulnerability and truth-telling shape culture and drive change.
📱
The Future of
Branding Is Emotional
Forget the funnel. Discover why emotional connection is the new currency in marketing and brand strategy.
📚
The Memoir Movement: Writing Real, Raw & Resonant
A behind-the-scenes journey through Notes from a Sissy — and how truth on the page can rewrite the world.
🎭
Building
Queer Broadway
Creating Speakeasy: a jazz-fueled, queer, politically charged musical — and what it means to center marginalized voices in mainstream art.
🌴
Rewriting the Script: Life, Work & Identity Abroad
What happens when you leave the hustle behind? A bold look at queer reinvention, expat freedom, and building a life by design — not default.
💡 Don’t see your perfect topic?
Let’s build it together. I offer custom talks for creative teams, corporate events, festivals, retreats, and everything in between — always tailored to the heart of your audience.
🔥 Why Book Waymon?
✔️ Late-deafened speaker who speaks clearly, lipreads expertly, and builds access into every talk
✔️ TED-style storytelling meets Broadway charisma and sharp marketing insight
✔️ Authentically intersectional lens on queerness, leadership, and modern creativity
✔️ Custom-crafted sessions for keynotes, panels, universities, DEI training, and creative teams
✔️ Dynamic, high-impact delivery — always emotionally intelligent and unforgettable
👥 Past & Ideal Audiences
🌈 LGBTQ+ conferences, Pride festivals, and DEI summits
📚 Book festivals, literary events, and publishing panels
🎤 Creative and storytelling forums
🧠 Brand and marketing conferences
🎓 University events, queer student orgs, and inclusion trainings
🧑💼 Corporate teams, internal comms, and leadership retreats
🎭 Theater collectives, playwright workshops, and arts orgs
💌 Ready to Book?
Whether you're programming a national summit, curating a university series, or building out a creative panel —
I’d love to talk.
👉 Submit an Inquiry or email me directly.
Now booking select engagements for 2025–2026 — both virtual and in-person events.
♿ Accessibility Is Built In
I’m proudly late-deafened — I speak clearly, lipread expertly, and thrive in both virtual and live formats. Every audience deserves to feel included, empowered, and seen. My work starts there.