Inspirational & Informative Speaker

As a seasoned TV personality and public speaker, Danni has over 10+ years of science media and public speaking experience including hosting nationwide festivals, making keynote addresses, and being an on-camera personality for live events. See below for a list of her public speaking appearances.

Danni is on a mission to bridge the gap between the complex ideas of science and community understanding.

Check out the interview with Discovery Education to learn how Danni is inspiring others to be more curious about the world around us and her hopes of restoring humanity’s connection with nature to ensure the future of our planet remains bright.

 

2022 Events

In Person Events

  • One Ocean Beauty Press Event Host

Virtual Events

The Reusies™ 2021

Women in Sailing Panel for Sail Newport - Challenger Lecture Series: Using Green Energy to Restore Ocean Health

Harnessing the determination of The Ocean Race to drive the change we need for a healthy ocean

Danni is the host of The Ocean Race Summits, a series of 12 events, that bring together the unique perspectives of sailors and the world’s key decision-makers to tackle the most pressing issues facing our seas!

 

2021 Events

In Person Events

Virtual Events

Instagram Lives:

  • @Aspiration

  • Finalco

  • Aunt Jackie's

  • Cape Clasp

  • Stasher

Ocean Race Summits in Newport, Rhode Island

UltraMarine Ocean Action Summit in Neckar Island, British Virgin Islands

Ocean Heroes Bootcamp in Vancouver, BC, Canada

EarthX 2019: Rachel Carson Banquet Emcee in Fairpark, Dallas, TX

2019 Events

Danni was the proud spokesperson for USA Science and Engineering Festival in 2018 and is really excited about the future of STEM.

Check out the wide range of videos Danni starred in as part of her role as the spokesperson for the 2018 USA Science and Engineering Festival!

 

2018 Events

  • American Black Film Festival: Community Day Event Emcee at Historic Lyric Theater in Overtown, FL

  • March for the Ocean: Rally Co-Emcee in Washington, D.C.

  • Ocean Heroes Bootcamp Squad Mentor and Featured Speaker: Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans, LA

  • EarthX Centennial Stage Featured Speaker: Centennial Stage Featured Speaker in Dallas, TX. 

  • USA Science & Engineering Festival 2018: Official Festival Spokesperson, Stage Show Presenter and On-Camera Media Zone Host in Washington, D.C.

  • USPS STEM Education Forever Stamps Dedication Ceremony at USA Science & Engineering Festival: Mistress of Ceremonies in Washington, D.C.

  • Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival: Video Host and Audience Interaction Emcee in Miami Gardens, FL

  • Borneo Global Issues Conference: Keynote Speaker at the International School Brunei in Darussalam, Brunei

  • Florida Regional Blue Vision Summit: Featured Speaker in St. Petersburg, FL

  • ShiftCon 2018: Panelist in Irvine, CA

  • Women’s March Miami: Featured Speaker in Wynwood, FL

USA Science & Engineering Festival 2018: Official Festival Spokesperson, Stage Show Presenter and On-Camera Media Zone Host in Washington, D.C.

 

Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival: Video Host and Audience Interaction Emcee in Miami Gardens, FL

 

2017 Events

  • Algalita POPS International Youth Summit: Featured Speaker and Workshop Leader Dana Point, CA

  • Breaking Down Plastics Summit: South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston, SC

  • USA Science & Engineering Festival:  X-STEM Featured Speaker in Washington D.C.

  • Blue Vision Summit: Media Panel at GW University in Washington D.C. 

  • SciArt Symposium Moderator: Deering Estate in South Miami, FL

  • Environmental Charter Schools 2017 Graduation Commencement Speech: Los Angeles, CA 

  • G.I.R.L. 2017 Girl Scouts National Conference: Media Panel at GW University in Columbus, OH 

  • Columbus Zoo Teen Eco Summit: Columbus, OH

  • PBS Learning Media Climate Conversations: Cross-Curricular Connections Panel: Online Moderator 

  • NAAEE Virtual Conference 30 Under 30 Panel: Online Moderator filmed in Washington D.C.

G.I.R.L. 2017 Girl Scouts National Conference: Media Panel at GW University in Columbus, OH

 

Breaking Down Plastics Summit: South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston, SC

 

 

Danni was selected as one CA Technologies 2017 STEM10 Innovator

With the #STEM10 documentary series, CA Technologies and New Form Digital have brought together a diverse group of innovators that are solving tomorrow’s problems today. Check out the video featuring Danni!

2016 Events

  • Miami-Dade College Earth Ethics Institute: Miami, FL

  • North American Association of Environmental Educators 45th Annual Conference: Madison, WI

2015 Events

  • Young African American Women’s Empowerment Conference: Pasadena, CA

  • Plastic Ocean Pollution Solutions International Youth Conference: Dana Point, CA

  • Center for Marine & Environmental Studies: University of the Virgin Islands in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

XSTEM 2017 - hosted by USA Science & Engineering Festival in Washington D.C.

 

Borneo Global Issues Conference: Keynote Speaker at the International School Brunei in Darussalam, Brunei

 

2014 Events

  • Girls in Ocean Science Conference: Dana Point, CA

  • Colorado Ocean Coalition Ocean Ambassadors Program: Boulder, CO

  • Blue Ocean Film Festival: St. Petersburg, FL

  • North American Association of Environmental Educators Annual Conference: Ottawa, Canada

  • Together Green Fellows Retreat: Keynote Address at the Smithsonian in Washington D.C.

  • Aquarium of the Pacific: Guest Speaker in Long Beach, CA

  • Plastic Ocean Pollution Solutions International Youth Conference: Dana Point, CA

2013 Events

  • TEDxYouth @ Santa Monica: Santa Monica, CA

  • ESSENCE Festival FanZone Stage Host: New Orleans, LA

Ocean Heroes Bootcamp Squad Mentor and Featured Speaker: Audubon Aquarium of the Americas

 

EarthX Centennial Stage Featured Speaker: Centennial Stage Featured Speaker in Dallas, TX.

 

  • Stark Library - Speaking of Books series

    Danni was amazing! She captivated the audience with her engaging presentation and was so generous and gracious. It was really a great event!

    We heard wonderful feedback from attendees. A group of 6th grade girls from a local elementary school were in attendance and they loved the event.

    A couple of students standing in line to meet Danni told me they want to do what Danni does someday. That was amazing to hear.

    We had close to 250 people in attendance and sold over 50 books.

    Corinne was also wonderful! We enjoyed meeting Danni and Corinne and would love to collaborate again in the future.

    Thank you, and your team, for all your help organizing the event.

  • Biology Seminar Series at Martin Methodist College

    Remarks from students attending the Biology Seminar Series on Friday April 16 were that they could not believe that someone who is a public figure and has accomplished so much, would take time to chat with them about ways they can be successful. Students were impressed by Danni's story, the opportunities she received, and her candid chat about her life. Danni answered questions that students have pertaining to what path they should follow next in their choice of careers, and students were extremely impressed by Danni's confidence and willingness to share from her personal experience.

    Stanton Belford, Ph.D.
    Associate Professor & Program Coordinator, Biology
    Andrews Science Building, Room 208

  • Indianapolis Zoo

    “Danni Washington makes strong connections with younger audiences and knows how to engage, interact and make conservation entertaining and thought-provoking.” This testimonial can be attributed to: Karen Burns, Executive Director, Indianapolis Prize

    I’ve also attached a couple photos in case she wants to share her experience with the Indianapolis Prize. The first photo is from her hosting the Gala and the photo credit should be, “Chris Bergin”. The other photo is from our Meet a Hero event and the photo credit would be, “Indianapolis Prize

    Alie Pflum

  • Hudson Valley Community College

    "Danni's enthusiasm for sharing science is inspirational. Her passion, knowledge, and love of marine life come shining through. Many girls (and adults) will want to become an ocean marine biologist after hearing Danni speak!"

    Taunya J Hannibal-Williams
    Hudson Valley Community College
    Girls in STEM - April 2021

  • Girl Scout Tree Promise Event

    “We appreciated the teamwork from all three hosts!! Their kindness and positive energy helped us celebrate Earth Day in a grand way! We love Danni interacting and education everyone! yahooooo!”

    “My dream job is to be a Marine Biologist. Also as a young woman of color is was very inspiring to get to know Danni because I want to be like her when I grow up!”

    “We enjoyed the hosts and special guest and listening to Ms. Washington speak about her amazing career. We enjoyed the videos and learning about the tree promise. We will definitely be taking action on the tree promise and to make our community a better place to live. Thank you for this fun event!”

    “I really liked how Dani talked about how she became a marine biologist and who she looked up to. To be honest, I have been interested in this topic ever since I learned about it. I want to be a scientist that helps with climate change. I loved this event. Thank you!”

    Girl Scouts of the USA
    Melanie Wilson

  • Eastman Chemical Company

    “We were delighted to have Danni Washington as our Speaker for Black History Month. Her passion for plastic recycling combined with Eastman’s passion for circular economy created great discussion. We enjoyed listening to Danni’s story about how she became a science communicator and we look forward to hearing more about her adventures. Her positive influence on the younger generation is impressive and her love for science is contagious. Thanks Danni”

    Tanya Foreman
    Education Initiatives Manager, Eastman

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