Michael Steele

Michael Steele is the former chairman of the Republican National Committee, a political analyst, and one of the most prominent voices in American political commentary. As the first African American to lead the RNC, he made history while reshaping the party’s outreach and communication strategies during a pivotal era in American politics.

A Trailblazer in American Politics

Steele served as the Lieutenant Governor of Maryland from 2003 to 2007, becoming the first African American elected to statewide office in Maryland’s history. He then served as chairman of the Republican National Committee from 2009 to 2011, overseeing major electoral gains. Before entering politics, he practiced corporate law and was active in community development. He holds a degree from Johns Hopkins University and a law degree from Georgetown University.

A Voice of Independent Thinking in Polarized Times

Steele is a political analyst for MSNBC and hosts The Michael Steele Podcast. He is known for his willingness to speak candidly across party lines and engage in substantive debate about the future of American governance. His keynotes address the state of American politics, leadership in polarized times, bipartisanship, diversity in political leadership, and how organizations and individuals can navigate an increasingly divided political landscape with integrity and purpose.

The Political Scene According to Steele

Speaker Michael Steele  is a witty, engaging and savvy political observer. His experiences as Maryland’s lieutenant governor, as a candidate for the U.S. Senate and as a Republican Party leader make him an excellent guide on the fast-paced world of politics. He is a political analyst at MSNBC.

Inspired and Inspiring Leadership

Michael S. Steele delivers a stirring presentation on his personal journey from his childhood as the son of a working mother in Washington, DC, to his difficulties in college, his years in a Catholic seminary, and his election to public office and rise in the Republican Party. He is a role model and leader whose personal story of struggle and fortitude inspires audiences of all ages.

The Black Experience & The American Dream

Steele points to various personal experiences and news headlines to engage audiences in powerful discussion about the black experience in context with the American Dream. Touching on hard-hitting topics, including the effectiveness of the black community’s efforts to eradicate prejudice, white America’s blindness to race issues, and how one’s school or workplace can vastly contribute to an individual’s success, Steele delivers insightful perspective into the issues sparking conversation from college campuses to corporate America.