Mary Millben — Founder
From The White House to Broadway, to performing for five consecutive U.S. Presidents and world leaders, Mary shares her American dream story of how a small-town, Midwestern, preacher’s daughter became one of the most celebrated and beloved voices across the world. With grace, humor, and a little singing, Mary shares invaluable life lessons from “backstages and backrooms” with U.S Presidents and heads of state, and inspires audiences to use their authentic voice to impact the world. Mary is a singer who will make you love your country again. Her rousing arrangements of America’s patriotic music and international anthems evoke emotional response and stir patriotism universally. Mary's story is the American dream - a brand rooted in God, American patriotism, and love of country. Mary is one of the world's celebrated voices having performed for five consecutive U.S. Presidents (43rd George W. Bush, 44th Barack Obama, 45th Donald Trump, 46th Joe Biden, and 47th Donald Trump), international royalty, and world leaders. Featured at The White House, the United States Congress, for the NFL, NBA, MLB, 2016 RIO Olympics, and in concert halls worldwide. Mary is formally recognized as a United States State Department cultural envoy and regarded as a cultural ambassador across the world for her effective leadership in cultural diplomacy, interfaith dialogue, and advocacy for global inclusion. Mary’s debut single “Grace Will Lead Me Home” released on THE MEANEST MAN IN TEXAS original motion picture soundtrack now on all leading digital platforms globally and received Academy Award/Oscar eligibility. Film available on Amazon Prime Video. 2022, Mary returned to the theatrical stage playing the historical figure Elizabeth Keckley in the new Broadway-bound musical and world premiere of The Lincolns of Springfield debuted at Center Stage Theater in Santa Barbara, CA. Mary made her New York debut at the Westchester Broadway Theatre starring in Ray Roderick’s Gershwin musical ‘S Wonderful. Mary is a noted advocate for the ideals free enterprise, creating opportunity for marginalized communities, small business, children, arts education and school choice, and the empowerment of women and girls across the world. Mary earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Oklahoma, a minor in political science, and completed studies in Mandarin in China - Xian, Kunming, Peking, and Fudan Universities. For performance inquires: david.evans@dtimusic.com and speaking inquires: https://www.wsb.com/speakers/mary-millben
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Location: New York, New York, United States
Experience: 19 yrs 6 mos
Skills
- Singing
- Public Speaking
- Leadership
- Global Consulting
- Political Communication
- Government
Career Highlights
- Performed for five consecutive U.S. Presidents.
- Cultural ambassador recognized by the U.S. State Department.
- Advocate for marginalized communities and arts education.
Work Experience
JMDE Enterprises, Inc.
Founder | Chief Executive Officer (12 yrs 1 mo)
Self-employed
Singer | Actress | Speaker (17 yrs 1 mo)
The White House
White House Presidential Appointee (2 yrs 4 mos)
White House Intern (3 mos)
Education
OU Student Body President and Vice-President at University of Oklahoma
Shanghai at Fudan University
Beijing at Peking University
Xi'an at Xi'an International Studies University
Kunming at Yunnan University
High School at Putnam City High School