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About the Series
House of Mutombo Speaker Series
The House of Mutombo Speaker Series is a premium live and virtual platform powered by Mutombo Coffee® — bringing together thought leaders, community builders, and change-makers for conversations that inspire action.
From corporate stages to university campuses, conference halls to podcast studios — we bring the energy, the voices, and the coffee. Our speakers don't just speak — they brew conversations that matter.
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Booking a Mutombo Coffee® speaker is simple, personal, and designed for every event format — from corporate keynotes to campus conversations.
Browse Speakers
Explore our curated roster of thought leaders, advocates, and community builders. Each profile includes bios, talk topics, and past engagement highlights.
Submit a Request
Fill out our booking inquiry form with your event details — format, date, audience size, and the speaker or topic you have in mind.
Your Coffee Talk
We follow up within 48 hours to confirm availability, discuss the program, and craft a Conversations Between the Sips™ experience built for your audience.
Voices That Move Communities
Each speaker in the House of Mutombo roster brings lived experience, professional excellence, and a commitment to purpose-driven impact.
Alaa Abdelnaby
Point Guard
A Duke product born in Cairo, Egypt, drafted 25th overall by the Portland Trail Blazers in the 1990 NBA Draft. Over a five-year NBA career, he suited up for the Trail Blazers, Bucks, Celtics, Kings, and 76ers.
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Zaid Abdul-Aziz
Center and Power Forward
An Iowa State standout selected 5th overall by the Cincinnati Royals in the 1968 NBA Draft, known for his rebounding and interior presence.
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Center
NBA Hall of Famer and one of basketball's all-time greats. A UCLA legend selected 1st overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 1969 NBA Draft, he went on to a legendary career with the Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers.
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Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf
Guard
An LSU sharpshooter taken 3rd overall by the Denver Nuggets in the 1990 NBA Draft, known for his quick release and ball-handling across stints with the Nuggets, Kings, and Grizzlies.
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Shareef Abdur-Rahim
Forward-Center
A California product selected 3rd overall by the Vancouver Grizzlies in the 1996 NBA Draft. A versatile forward-center who played for the Grizzlies, Hawks, Trail Blazers, and Kings.
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Forest Able
Guard
A Western Kentucky guard who joined the Syracuse Nationals in the 1956 NBA Draft, debuting in the league's early era.
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Donald Ackerman
Guard
A Long Island University guard drafted by the New York Knicks in the 2nd round of the 1953 NBA Draft.
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Alvan Adams
Forward
An Oklahoma product taken 4th overall by the Phoenix Suns in the 1975 NBA Draft, spending his entire 13-year career with the Suns.
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Michael Adams
Point Guard
A Boston College point guard whose journey included the Sacramento Kings, Washington Bullets, Denver Nuggets, and Charlotte Hornets across a decade-long career.
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Rafael Addison
Small Forward
A Syracuse University small forward selected in the 2nd round of the 1986 NBA Draft by the Phoenix Suns, later playing for the Nets, Pistons, and Hornets.
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Rick Adelman
Guard
A Loyola Marymount guard turned Hall of Famer, drafted by the San Diego Rockets in 1968. Played for the Rockets, Trail Blazers, Bulls, Jazz, and Kings before a legendary coaching career.
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Mark Aguirre
Forward-Guard
A DePaul standout taken 1st overall by the Dallas Mavericks in the 1981 NBA Draft. Went on to win NBA championships with the Detroit Pistons after a scoring-heavy run with the Mavericks.
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Danny Ainge
Point Guard and Shooting Guard
A BYU guard drafted by the Boston Celtics in the 1981 NBA Draft, winning championships with the Celtics before later stints with the Kings, Trail Blazers, and Suns.
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Center and Power Forward
A French center-forward born in Saint-Étienne, selected 20th overall by the Charlotte Bobcats in the 2008 NBA Draft. Played for the Bobcats, Mavericks, Raptors, and Pelicans.
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Mark Alarie
Forward
A Duke forward drafted 18th overall by the Denver Nuggets in the 1986 NBA Draft, later playing for the Washington Bullets.
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Gary Alcorn
Center
A Fresno State center selected 16th overall by the Detroit Pistons in the 1959 NBA Draft, later playing for the Los Angeles Lakers.
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Markita Aldridge-Woods
Guard
A UNC Charlotte guard who played in the WNBA for the Washington Mystics from 1999 to 2001.
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Victor Alexander
Center-Forward
An Iowa State center-forward taken 17th overall by the Golden State Warriors in the 1991 NBA Draft, later returning to the league with the Detroit Pistons.
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Courtney Alexander
Guard
A Fresno State guard selected 13th overall by the Orlando Magic in the 2000 NBA Draft, playing for the Mavericks, Wizards, and Hornets.
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Joe Alexander
Small Forward
A West Virginia small forward born in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, drafted 8th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2008 NBA Draft.
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Suggest a SpeakerFeatured Coffee Talk Topics
Our speakers craft conversations around themes that matter most to today's organizations, communities, and change-makers.
Leadership & Resilience
Navigating adversity, building high-performance teams, and leading with purpose across industries and generations.
African Heritage & Identity
Reclaiming cultural narratives, building diaspora bridges, and honoring the legacy of African entrepreneurship worldwide.
Education, Mentorship & Youth
Academic excellence, mentorship frameworks, athletic discipline, and investing in the next generation of leaders.
Social Enterprise & Impact
Redefining what it means to do good business — purpose, profit, and community benefit as a unified strategy.
Custom Coffee Talk Topics
Work with us to design a bespoke conversation experience tailored to your brand, audience, and event objectives.
Ready When You Are
Mutombo Coffee® is Speaker Series Ready
Virtual, in-person, or hybrid — we meet your event where it lives.
What Organizers Say
"The Mutombo Coffee® Speaker Series didn't just fill a time slot — it became the highlight of our entire conference. The energy, the stories, the conversations were unlike anything we've experienced."— Event Director, National Leadership Summit
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from event planners, universities, and brand teams about booking a Mutombo Coffee® Speaker Series experience.
We recommend submitting your inquiry at least 4–8 weeks before your event to ensure speaker availability and adequate preparation. For large-scale conferences, 2–3 months advance notice is ideal. That said, we always try to accommodate last-minute requests — just reach out.
Our team responds within 48 business hours after inquiry. A booking is officially confirmed only after a formal letter of engagement is signed and any applicable deposit is received. You'll receive a confirmation email with all program details at that stage.
Speaker fees vary depending on the speaker, event format, duration, audience size, and travel requirements. All fees are discussed transparently during your inquiry call — no hidden costs. Payment is structured as a deposit upon confirmation, with the balance due before the event. Nonprofit and university rates may be available.
Absolutely. All speakers are equipped for virtual (Zoom, Teams, Hopin, custom platforms) and in-person engagements. We also support hybrid formats. Let us know your format preference in the booking form and we'll ensure a seamless Conversations Between the Sips™ experience.
Yes — and we encourage it. Our speakers are flexible collaborators who can tailor presentations to your organization's goals. Tell us your objectives in the booking form and we'll design a Coffee Talk built specifically for your audience.
Yes! We offer brand activation packages including product sampling, branded coffee stations, and curated gifting for attendees. Mention your interest in the booking form and we'll share activation options — a fan favorite at corporate events and brand summits.
Formats include: 20–30 min keynote, 45–60 min keynote with Q&A, 60–90 min workshop, and multi-session half-day or full-day engagements. We also offer short-form "Sip Sessions" (15–20 min) for conference breakouts and podcast appearances.
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Conversations Between the Sips™
Bring the energy of the House of Mutombo Speaker Series to your next event. Because the best communities are built one conversation at a time — Conversations Between the Sips™.