Bring Real-World Expertise, Lived Experience, and Lasting Impact to Your Audience or Organization
Whether you're hosting a national conference, leading a workforce summit, or building second-chance strategies within your company or state, Joshua Johnson delivers more than just a keynote—he brings transformational insight grounded in real-life leadership and lived experience.
As a nationally respected workforce strategist, former State Director of Apprenticeship, and justice-impacted change-maker, Joshua tailors every speaking engagement to move audiences from inspiration to action.
From mainstage keynotes and breakout workshops to employer training and policy consulting, Pardon Me! offers custom engagements designed to shift narratives, change systems, and build equity-driven solutions that work.
Joshua is available for both in-person and virtual engagements, delivering motivational keynotes, workshops, and training sessions tailored to your audience.
To ensure a seamless experience, speaking engagements include the following accommodation and
travel honorarium:
Travel & Lodging Requirements:
Speaking Fees:
Honorarium rates vary based on event type, format, and duration.
Typical fees range from $2,500 to $10,000, not including travel and lodging.
We are happy to discuss custom packages for conferences, multi-day trainings, or events with unique requirements.
We aim to make the booking process smooth and responsive. Here’s what you can expect after submitting your request:
You’ll receive a confirmation email within 48 hours to acknowledge your request and begin the conversation.
We’ll connect to discuss your event goals, audience, format, and any custom needs (virtual vs. in-person, breakout sessions, Q&A, etc.).
You’ll receive a formal proposal outlining the engagement scope, speaking fee, travel requirements, and any add-on services.
Once confirmed, you’ll receive a prep packet, promotional materials, and coordination support to ensure your event runs smoothly.
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