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Marianne Schnall

Marianne Schnall | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Inspire activism and raise awareness on important issues with Marianne Schnall, speaker, writer, and interviewer.
Marianne Schnall | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Age and Ageing
Gender Equality
Age and Ageing
Gender Equality
Marianne Schnall
Marianne Schnall | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Inspire activism and raise awareness on important issues with Marianne Schnall, speaker, writer, and interviewer.
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Marianne Schnall Speaker Biography

Marianne Schnall Speaker Biography

About Marianne Schnall

Author of "What Will It Take to Make A Woman President?"
Founder of Feminist.com, a leading women's website and nonprofit organization
Interviews and writings on women's leadership and empowerment
Marianne Schnall is a journalist, author, and interviewer whose work has appeared in CNN.com, Refinery29, Thrive Global, Huffington Post, TIME.com, O, The Oprah Magazine, AOL Build, Marie Claire, Glamour, Women's Media Center, and many other media outlets. She is a regular contributor to ForbesWomen.

Her wide-ranging interviews with global leaders span fields as diverse as entertainment, politics, business, spirituality, and environmental and social activism and include Oprah Winfrey, Maya Angelou, Melinda Gates, President Jimmy Carter, Jane Goodall, Wangari Maathai, Nancy Pelosi, Gloria Steinem, Kimberlé Crenshaw, Arianna Huffington, Anita Hill, Jane Fonda, Stacey Abrams, Amy Poehler, and hundreds of others.

Marianne founded Feminist.com, an online community that fosters awareness, education, and activism for people worldwide. She is also the founder of What Will It Take, a media platform bringing together existing stakeholders and champions of women’s leadership across industries and issues on a single platform to foster collaboration and coordination.

Marianne is the author of What Will It Take to Make a Woman President? Conversations About Women, Leadership & Power (recommended by Beyoncé), which features interviews with politicians, public officials, thought leaders, artists, and activists addressing the changing paradigms and issues around women, politics, and power.

Her latest books, published by Simon & Schuster, include Leading the Way: Inspiring Words for Women on How to Live and Lead with Courage, Confidence, and Authenticity, and Dare to Be You: Inspirational Advice for Girls on Finding Your Voice, Leading Fearlessly, and Making a Difference. She was also a contributor to Robin Morgan’s anthology, Sisterhood is Forever: The Women’s Anthology for a New Millennium.

Marianne is the host of the podcast ShiftMakers, which highlights exclusive insights from luminaries and movement makers as they share wisdom on how to be authentic changemakers today.

She has spoken at universities and conferences across the country, organized and moderated numerous events, salons, and panels, and appeared as a media source on outlets including CNN, BBC News, and NPR. She is also a contributor for WAMC’s nationally syndicated show, “51%.”

Marianne graduated from Cornell University with a BA in English and the Women’s Media Center’s Progressive Women's Voices media and leadership training program. She is the recipient of the UN Women's Champion of Change Award and was ranked as one of the top global “Real Leaders 100” by Real Leaders Magazine. She is also an awardee of the International Women’s Media Foundation's Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women Journalists.

Through her writings, interviews, and websites, Marianne strives to raise awareness and inspire activism about important issues and causes.
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PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Marianne Schnall available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Marianne Schnall'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 Marianne directly.

What topics does Marianne Schnall specialise in?  

Marianne Schnall specialises in discussing women's leadership, social activism, media and journalism and more.

What is Marianne Schnall's speaking style like?  

Marianne delivers engaging, intimate talks that spark meaningful conversations on women and leadership. She tailors her message to each audience, inspiring action, connection, and a sense of shared purpose.

Does Marianne Schnall offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, Marianne Schnall offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

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Marianne brings a wealth of experience from her extensive career as a writer and interviewer, offering unique insights into leadership, empowerment, and social change. Her engaging storytelling and in-depth conversations with influential figures will inspire your team to think critically and act boldly. Booking Marianne as a speaker will elevate your event and empower your audience to find their own voice and make a meaningful impact.
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Marianne Schnall's visit to Dartmouth, centered on her book about women, leadership, and power, provided the community a chance to discuss gender inequality and find solutions with leading female voices. Engaging with her strengthened our community's purpose and direction in pursuing greater opportunities[...] | Bridget Golub | Dartmouth College | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-4.png
Skidmore Women in Business recently hosted Marianne Schnall as its first speaker. She tailored her speech to our mission and members' interests, making it intimate and impactful. Her sharing enriched our community's conversation about women and leadership [...] | Lyssa Jackson, Co-President & Founder | Skidmore Women in Business | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
The idea of starting the Feminist Society at NYU began at a previous reading by Marianne Schnall, so it was only fitting to host a reading for her release of What Will It Take To Make a Woman President: Conversations about Women, Leadership, and Power. Coincidentally, Marianne was able to make the event blossom into an actual conversation about women, leadership, and power. Our intimate conversation crossed generations and races and inspired a call to action for leadership networks and mentorship [...] | Margaret Smiley | NYU | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
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Marianne Schnall's visit to Dartmouth, centered on her book about women, leadership, and power, provided the community a chance to discuss gender inequality and find solutions with leading female voices. Engaging with her strengthened our community's purpose and direction in pursuing greater opportunities[...] | Bridget Golub | Dartmouth College | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-4.png
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Marianne Schnall's visit to Dartmouth, centered on her book about women, leadership, and power, provided the community a chance to discuss gender inequality and find solutions with leading female voices. Engaging with her strengthened our community's purpose and direction in pursuing greater opportunities[...] | Bridget Golub | Dartmouth College | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-4.png
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