Daryl Davis is a blues and rock musician who transforms racial hatred through conversation. As Chuck Berry's pianist for 32 years, he channelled his musical talent alongside a remarkable mission: building bridges with those who initially despised him because of his race, including Ku Klux Klan members.
Davis's credentials include authoring "Klan-Destine Relationships" and "The Klan Whisperer," documenting his four-decade journey engaging white supremacists. His work features in the award-winning documentary "Accidental Courtesy," and his TEDx talk has garnered nearly 13 million views, establishing him as a respected voice in race relations.
Through patient listening rather than confrontation, Davis helps organizations navigate complex conflicts by demonstrating how genuine dialogue creates understanding across seemingly insurmountable divides. His approach has led numerous Klan leaders to renounce their beliefs and surrender their robes—powerful evidence that conversation can dismantle entrenched hatred and build unexpected alliances in polarized environments.
Audiences leave Davis's presentations with practical communication strategies to overcome prejudice, recognize shared humanity despite differences, and transform adversarial relationships into productive ones. His methodology provides actionable frameworks for defusing tension in workplaces, communities, and personal relationships.
Book Daryl Davis to give your audience more than inspiration, provide them with proven techniques to build bridges across today's most challenging divides.
How can I book Daryl Davis for my next event?
Email daryl.davis@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 Daryl directly.
What topics does Daryl Davis specialise in?
Daryl Davis specialises in talking about blues music, racial reconciliation, effective communication strategies and more.
What is Daryl Davis's speaking style like?
Daryl captivates audiences with his powerful storytelling and musical talent, fostering understanding through dialogue. His engaging presentations inspire change and provide practical strategies for overcoming prejudice and building bridges.
Does Daryl Davis offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Daryl Davis offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.