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Kevin E. West

Actor, Entrepreneur, Author

Actor, Entrepreneur, Author

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Kevin E. West Biography

Kevin E. West (KEW) is a veteran television actor in Hollywood with over 65 plus credits including Guest Starring on Hawaii 5-0, Criminal Minds, Aquarius, Bones, Castle, Touch, CSI: Miami, Justified, Leverage, Lost, 24, Desperate Housewives, NCIS, Alias, CSI, Judging Amy and dozens more on IMDB. Kevin began his career as both a Stand-up Comic and Improv artist.

In November of 2019, TitleTown publishing presented Kevin’s first Companion book, and second in the series of ‘Kevin’s Dictionary’ series to America entitled, Politics…in a Word. This was the follow up to his initial gift book, Life…in a Word. The gift book series, Kevin’s Dictionary: Life…in a Word and Politics…in a Word are a creative, unique, poignant and endearing perspective at how we define a word based on a vignette of life. This followed his initial authored effort, 7 Deadly Sins: The Actor Overcomes, published in June of 2016 which was an expert culmination of his expertise regarding the business of show business.

As the Founder of The Actors’ Network in 1991, West has been recognized as the top expert opinion leader industry-wide on the ‘business of show business.’ The Actors’ Network is the most endorsed actor’s business organization in the U.S., winning consecutive BackStage West “Reader’s Choice” awards (06/07). A few of its alumni include Emmy Nominee Masi Oka (Heroes), Chelsey Crisp (Off The Boat), Chris Gorham (Covert Affairs-Ugly Betty) and Maggie Grace (Taken trilogy).

Kevin West is both a Corporate Keynote speaker (Communication Entrepreneur) and has spoken at the ShowBiz Expo, WGA, SAG LifeRaft Foundation, SAG Conservatory, UCLA, Chapman University, Cal State Fullerton and talent conventions across the U.S. from Dallas to Florida. In the Spring of 2015, he was on the panel in Stockholm for the A Date with Hollywood inaugural event at the Swedish Film Institute. He is widely recognized as the top opinion leader for performer’s business education. He was also featured as the Keynote speaker, at a prominent Hollywood education event, held at the Writers Guild of America and continues to speaking nationally and internationally.

West created the interview series, ActorBizGuru, voted #1 online educational resource by BackStage West. The series features, 49 video interviews with top industry professionals. In addition he Co-Authored the 2-hour audio CD with former top commercial instructor, Carolyne Barry, The Actor’s Guide to GETTING THE JOB.

In the Spring of 2004, his philanthropic soul, created the Hack n’ Smack, Kerry Daveline Memorial, Celebrity Golf Classic benefiting Melanoma research. The event was voted one of the top 10 celebrity golf events in SoCal by Southland Golf magazine. During its 10-year lifespan celebrity participation included: Joe Pesci, Joe Mantegna, Ron Perlman and Michael Chiklis. He also Executive Produced the spiritual event, Together We Can, Together We Will, in the wake of the L.A. riots, and the teen runaway benefit Runnin’ on Empty both of which included Jason Alexander.

West hails from Nashville, TN, and since 1992 has produced 40+ live events and has consulted for many others. He started his performance career in Atlanta in the mid-80s. He is a former collegiate golfer, has ran 4 LA Marathons, played in 6 Men’s Senior Baseball World Series and is a deadly serious Texas Hold-em player.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/11/2024.

Kevin E. West Speaking Topics

  • Communication: Presence, Clarity, Influence, & Storytelling

  • Entrepreneurism: Embracing Disruptive Transformation & Breakthrough Creativity

  • Integrity: Ethics, Mutual Respect & Character v. Personality

  • Leadership: Intelligent Courage, Powerful Vulnerability & the Bravery of Listening

  • Equality: Women In Business | Women in Leadership

Kevin E. West Videos

  • PZTV EP10 | Kevin E West | SAG-AFTRA
    In this episode of the Performance Zone, host Clay Banks is joined by SAG-AFTRA deligate, Kevin E West. They discuss challenges the film industry...
  • Headshots by Peggy: with Kevin E. WEST
    Kevin E. West joins me today, Kevin is a SAG/AFTRA Delegate and has leadership roles in several SAG/AFTRA committees. He is going to talk to us today...
  • Kevin E. West - Swiping Over 40 #8
    Get the first 3 chapters of my new book, "Swiping Over 40: Dating in a Fast Food World" FREE by signing up for my mailing list:...

Kevin E. West Books

  • 7 Deadly Sins - The Actor Overcomes: Business of Acting Insight By the Founder of the Actors’ Network
    7 Deadly Sins - The Actor Overcomes: Business of Acting Insight By the Founder of the Actors’ Network
  • The Actor's Guide To Getting The Job
    The Actor's Guide To Getting The Job

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    Kevin E. West is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Acting, Authors, Business, Business Leadership, Celebrity, Culture, Entertainment, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Inspirational, Leadership, Literary, Motivational, Television & Film, Virtual.
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Kevin E. West is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Communication: Presence, Clarity, Influence, & Storytelling, Entrepreneurism: Embracing Disruptive Transformation & Breakthrough Creativity, Integrity: Ethics, Mutual Respect & Character v. Personality, Leadership: Intelligent Courage, Powerful Vulnerability & the Bravery of Listening and Equality: Women In Business | Women in Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Kevin E. West for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Kevin E. West generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Daymond John, Hill Harper, Barbara Corcoran, Azie Tesfai and Ryan Reynolds. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Kevin E. West for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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