Cynt Marshall is a game-changing leader who blends business results with a deep commitment to people. Over a 36-year career at AT&T, culminating in her role as Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer, and nearly seven years as CEO of the Dallas Mavericks, she has driven measurable transformation through inclusive leadership and cultural change.
When she took the reins of the Mavericks in 2018, Cynt didn’t just aim to improve culture—she set out to redefine it. Under her leadership, the organisation has twice won the NBA’s Inclusion Leadership Award, becoming a benchmark for values-driven performance in professional sport. Her signature 100-day plan, centred on trust and transparency, delivered rapid, lasting results that are studied across industries.
Before joining the Mavericks, Cynt founded Marshalling Resources, a consultancy focused on leadership and culture. She has since advised Fortune 500 firms like Dow on embedding inclusion into business strategy. These efforts helped secure Dow’s place on DiversityInc’s Top 50 list and Fortune’s Great Place to Work rankings.
Whether building high-performing teams, reshaping workplace culture, or guiding businesses through change, Cynt offers real-world insight rooted in board-level experience and a career spent leading from the front. Her sessions leave teams energised, aligned, and equipped with practical tools to lead inclusively, navigate change, and deliver impact.
Book Cynt for a keynote that sparks action, challenges norms, and shows exactly how to lead with heart and results.
How can I book Cynt Marshall for my next event?
Email cynthia.marshall@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Cynt directly.
What topics does Cynt Marshall specialise in?
Cynt Marshall specialises in discussing leadership, diversity and inclusion, workplace culture and more.
What is Cynt Marshall's speaking style like?
Cynt Marshall inspires with her inclusive leadership style, blending business acumen and a commitment to culture. Her sessions energise teams, equipping them with practical tools for impactful change.
Does Cynt Marshall offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Cynt Marshall offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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