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Deah Berry Mitchell

Deah Berry Mitchell | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Explore the rich tapestry of Black cultural heritage and its culinary influences with Deah Berry Mitchell, speaker, historian, and author.
Deah Berry Mitchell | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Diversity and Inclusion
Workplace Culture
Storytelling
Diversity and Inclusion
Workplace Culture
Deah Berry Mitchell
Deah Berry Mitchell | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Explore the rich tapestry of Black cultural heritage and its culinary influences with Deah Berry Mitchell, speaker, historian, and author.
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Deah Berry Mitchell Speaker Biography

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About Deah Berry Mitchell

Historian preserving Black cultural heritage
Author of Cornbread & Collard Greens
Creator of Freedom Trail app
Deah Berry Mitchell is a historian, speaker, author, and entrepreneur dedicated to preserving Black cultural heritage. She contributes to the New York Times and writes a regular column, "The Dish, with Deah," for the Fort Worth Report. Deah authored Cornbread & Collard Greens: How West African Cuisine & Slavery Influenced Soul Food in 2019.

She serves on the Dallas County Historical Commission and has been appointed the City of Dallas’ Historian in Residence. In this role, she is developing the Freedom Trail app, which uses augmented reality to highlight African American historical sites. Deah also runs the Soul of DFW bus tours, educating the community on Black culture through cuisine and local history. A fifth-generation Texan, she is deeply rooted in her heritage.

Deah is a PhD student in history and a teaching fellow at the University of North Texas, focusing on American Historical Foodways. She was chosen as a Kingsford Preserve the Pit Fellow for 2023 due to her work to preserve Black cultural heritage and amplify the voices of Black-owned restaurants. She has been awarded the 2023-2024 Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy & the Culinary Arts Fellowship in Food History. Additionally, she is a board member of the National Juneteenth Museum.
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PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Deah Berry Mitchell available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Deah Berry Mitchell's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Deah directly.

What topics does Deah Berry Mitchell specialise in?  

Deah Berry Mitchell specialises in discussing Black cultural heritage, food history, African American historical sites and more.

What is Deah Berry Mitchell's speaking style like?  

Deah’s delivery is authentic and engaging, highlighting African cultural heritage while fostering meaningful dialogue. She connects deeply with audiences, creating a welcoming space for insightful conversation and learning.

Does Deah Berry Mitchell offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, Deah Berry Mitchell offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

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Book Deah Berry Mitchell as a speaker to inspire your team with her profound knowledge of Black cultural heritage and history. Her engaging storytelling, backed by contributions to the New York Times and pioneering work with the Freedom Trail app, will captivate and educate your audience. Elevate your event with insights from a distinguished historian and entrepreneur dedicated to preserving and celebrating Black culture.
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