SPEAKER
Fortune 500 Companies.
Universities & HBCUs.
Global Conferences.
International Audiences.
Dr. Justin D. Key is a seasoned keynote speaker with over 15 years of experience inspiring audiences across corporate, higher education, and international stages. From Fortune 500 boardrooms to universities and global conferences in Seoul, Tokyo, and Guangzhou, he brings a rare mix of storytelling, scholarship, and stage presence to every room.
Known for blending insight, compassion, and levity, Justin delivers talks that are engaging, human, and actionable, designed to meet audiences exactly where they are and move them forward.
Signature Topics
Leadership & Identity in High-Stakes Environments
Creativity, Curiosity & the Future of Work
Power, Equity & Building Sustainable Talent Pipelines
The Multi-Hyphenate Economy
Justin has spoken for Fortune 500 companies, top-tier universities, and HBCUs nationwide, and is frequently invited as a keynote speaker, panelist, host, and facilitator. His global lens allows him to tailor each engagement with clarity, care, and relevance.
Justin’s work sits at the intersection of performance, scholarship, and lived experience. Drawing from his career as an actor, entrepreneur, professor, and author, he transforms insight into action, helping audiences think clearly, lead boldly, and move with intention.
Select organizations and institutions Justin has collaborated with across speaking, education, entertainment, and creative leadership are listed below. These engagements span keynote talks, panels, performances, classrooms, and conversations at the intersection of creativity, culture, and impact.

