Meet Maya,
Keynote speaker on a mission to help audiences make rejection their greatest ally. Speaker + Facilitator + Host
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Maya Carpenter Bio
Maya Carpenter believes that resilience is your greatest weapon. Her talks are more than speeches—they are powerful, immersive journeys that pull audiences into a world where storytelling meets action. Maya Carpenter is the owner of Thought Muse Solutions, a boutique specializing in guiding individuals and leaders to navigate rejection in healthy ways. Using social-emotional learning practices and communication methods, Maya crafts solutions that foster resilience and growth.
With a degree in journalism from the University of Florida and a Master of Education from Northcentral University, Maya’s background blends the analytical with the emotional, the factual with the inspirational. Every presentation she delivers is carefully crafted to spark curiosity, encourage reflection, and inspire change.
From the glitz of the arts and entertainment industry to the heart of education, Maya has threaded her diverse experiences into the fabric of connection and empathy. After building a successful career in the entertainment world, she made a bold pivot to education, and Human Resources, where she now serves as a social-emotional learning expert, speaker, and advocate. Her deep passion for storytelling is at the core of everything she does—whether she’s guiding a classroom, leading a workshop, or stepping onto the stage to deliver a keynote.
Recognized as the first educator to successfully guide incarcerated students at Hardee County Jail to achieve their GEDs, Maya Carpenter’s impactful advocacy has garnered recognition from South Florida State College. Maya’s talks on leadership, resilience, and emotional intelligence don’t just inform—they transform. She invites audiences to see themselves in the stories she shares, to embrace vulnerability, and to use it as a source of strength. Every word she speaks is an invitation to take action, to shift perspectives, and to leave behind a sense of purpose that lingers long after the event ends.
Whether she’s speaking, hosting, or moderating, Maya brings authenticity, warmth, and a magnetic energy to every platform she graces. Her influence is undeniable, sparking a ripple of inspiration that stays with her audiences long after the curtain falls.
ESSENTIALS
Get Your Copy of the "Choose Your December" Journal Today!
Feeling overwhelmed by the chaos around you? Do you need a small dose of encouragement through difficult moments?
Allow some truths from the journal Choose Your December to set your mind at ease so you can stay the course. Inspired by scripture and life experiences, Maya Carpenter shares Godwink reminders and wisdom to help break free from the unwanted noise in our lives while allowing you to journal your feelings throughout the year.
Choose Your December is designed to:
Empower you
Allows you to be intentional
Strengthen your thought process
Reflect on experiences
Develop action plans
SPEAKING
Interested in having Maya speak at your next event?
Nowadays, it’s impossible to flee from reminders that you’re not good enough. In today’s climate, we are constantly bombarded with comparisons. It’s impossible to escape the bullets of rejection, but we have the power to shift our focus.
TESTIMONIALS
Christina Scott
Assistant Director, Rural Initiatives | Undergraduate Admissions, Georgia Institute of Technology | Advisory Board Member with I AM STEM
“Maya captivated the audience with her inspiring words, dynamic presentation, and passionate energy. She exceeded all expectations, leaving us motivated to be our best, take action, and start immediately. Maya is a speaker who deeply connects with her audience, infusing a renewed sense of purpose and drive into everyone present.”
Damon Rich, The Relationship GPT
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WHY REQUEST MAYA
Maya can help audiences…
Discover they can embrace their own story.
Learn to navigate rejection confidently.
Gain the ability to pivot and see rejection from a new perspective.
Realize there is a way out of the pain.
Understand that resilience is their best weapon.
Maya teaches audiences how to recognize common triggers for rejection, identifying and enhancing personal coping styles, overcoming the emotional toll of job rejections, developing coping strategies for children and adults dealing with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria.
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