Jeffrey Marsh’s TikToks and compassionate short-form videos have over one billion views. They are currently America’s most in-demand nonbinary public speaker, with a mega-viral TED talk. Jeffrey has spoken at the U.N. and for global brands like Target and BNP and is the world’s foremost commentator on nonbinary identity and trans activism. They are the only nonbinary activist to be targeted directly on Tucker Carlson’s Fox News program in prime time. Rolling Stone recently detailed the hate Jeffrey has received from the far right in America and profiled the strength of Jeffrey’s ability to fight hate with love. Jeffrey has reported on LGBTQ topics for Good Morning America, the New York Times, Variety, TIME, and the BBC. In addition, Jeffrey was an LGBTQ consultant for Elizabeth Warren’s presidential campaign, and has consulted for New York University, GLAAD, MTV, Condé Nast’s ‘Them’, and ‘Teen Vogue’.
In this PepTalk, attendees will learn the importance of fostering an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ individuals. This engaging keynote provides practical strategies for promoting acceptance and equality, highlighting the significance of Pride and #IDAHOBIT. Through inspiring stories and actionable insights, participants will gain tools to combat discrimination, support LGBTQ+ colleagues, and create a more inclusive and diverse workplace. Celebrate the strength and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community and empower your team to be allies and advocates for equality.
Based on “How To Be You,” Jeffrey Marsh tells deeply personal stories of being rejected at home and school. The result? An intense conviction that the only gateway to understanding how to love in general is to learn love for yourself. Jeffrey tells dynamic stories of daily messages from people who are suicidal and yet have decided to live because of their work. This talk pulls apart the intensity of self-hate and gives practical everyday tips for leading a loving life.
Beyond the feel-good but sometimes vacuous cry of “be yourself!” the ways we use labels can have unforeseen consequences. Often, Jeffrey Marsh’s social followers expect their “right label” to cure them and be a total panacea. It doesn’t work that way. Through research and personal stories, Jeffrey presents the ways labels and categories do more harm than good and how labels that seem empowering can ultimately divide and conquer us.
Isn’t ‘they’ plural? What’s the difference between transgender and genderfluid? Are you afraid of “saying the wrong thing” around trans people? Some of your workers are LGBTQ, and many more have LGBTQ friends and family. To sustain a vital and profitable workforce, you must honor and attract LGBTQ talent. Ignoring the latest trans identities isn't working. Jeffrey Marsh is your answer. In this session, Jeffrey will help affirm your LGBTQ employees and attract new ones. With a decade of experience, Jeffrey’s insights will take the pressure off and help your business succeed.
