Bruce George Speaker Biography
Co-Founder of Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam on HBO
Bruce George is the Co-Founder of Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam on HBO.He is a visionary, executive producer, writer, poet and activist. He was born and raised in New York City. He has written poetry/prose & articles for over 37 years. His work has been published in major magazines, anthologies, and literary publications. He has written testimonials from the likes of Essence Magazine, Emerge Magazine, Class Magazine, Harlem River Press, among others.
Bruce has won multiple poetry & talent contests. He has won several awards such as a “Peabody Award” for “Russell Simmons Presents, Def Poetry (HBO)”, a “Miky Award” for “Russell Simmons Presents, Def Poetry Jam (HBO)”, an “Upscale Showcase Award”, and a“Trail Blazer Award” for his outstanding vision, production, writing and performance.
Bruce is the Founder/Executive Consultant of Ebony Energy Talent Network featuring major talent such as Paul Mooney, Rev. Jessie Jackson, Amiri Baraka, The Last Poets, Malik Yoba, Dawn Robinson etc.
Bruce is the Co-Founder of the critically acclaimed award winning “Russell Simmons’s Def Poetry Jam.” He’s also the Founder/Managing Editor of “The Bandana Republic, an Anthology of Poetry & Prose by Gang Members & Their Affiliates.”
As an activist Bruce has been and currently is associated with major grassroots organizations that fosters and uplifts people in struggle.
Bruce George Speaking Topics
The Politics of Art in Children's Cartoons and Commercial Advertisements
George chronicle's the social and political overtones and undertones of politics in children's cartoons and commercial ads
How to become an Entrepreneur
Covers various ways that a person can become entrepreneurial in any field or concentration, and pitfalls to stay away from as well some valuable tips towards success
The Art of Selling
Ways to negotiate deals and ways to persuade people to buy into your product
All Art is Political
The politics of art in great detail
The Art of Branding
Beyond Motivation
