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Cynt Marshall

Transform workplace culture with Cynt Marshall, speaker and diversity leadership expert. Cynt works with organizations to drive inclusive leadership, cultural transformation, and measurable business results, delivering award-winning strategies recognized by NBA's Inclusion Leadership Award and Fortune 500 companies.

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Cynt Marshall, Speaker | Leader, CEO, Innovator
Cynt Marshall

Cynt Marshall

Houston, United States

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$100k and over

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Cynt Marshall's biography

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  • CEO of the Dallas Mavericks
  • First African-American woman to lead an NBA team
  • Advocate for diversity and inclusion in leadership
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.

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Unlock transformative leadership with Cynt Marshall, the first African-American woman CEO of an NBA team. Her expertise in diversity and inclusion, honed at AT&T, empowers teams to thrive. Book Cynt today to elevate your organisation's culture and engagement!

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How do I book Cynt Marshall for my next event?
Email cynthia.marshall@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk 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. As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Cynt Marshall for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Cynt Marshall's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Cynt Marshall directly.
What is Cynt Marshall's speaking style like?
Cynt delivers practical, inspiring sessions that energise teams and foster inclusive leadership. Her approach blends real-world insight with actionable strategies, leaving audiences motivated to drive cultural change and business results.
What topics does Cynt Marshall specialise in?
Email cynthia.marshall@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk 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. As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Cynt Marshall for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Cynt Marshall's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Cynt Marshall directly.
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