Meet Maya,
Keynote speaker on a mission to help audiences make rejection their greatest ally. Speaker + Facilitator + Host
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ABOUT
Maya Carpenter Bio
Maya Carpenter is a speaker, educator, and strategist who helps people turn rejection into resilience. With more than 700 lives impacted through her talks and workshops, Maya delivers powerful experiences rooted in emotional wellness, self-leadership, and authentic connection.
She has spoken in schools, correctional facilities, and diversity programs, and leads sessions that help both youth and adults embrace imperfection and grow through challenges. Maya’s work blends social-emotional learning with storytelling, leaving audiences feeling seen, equipped, and inspired.
As the founder of Thought Muse Solutions, she has facilitated over 50 keynotes and training experiences across Central Florida. Whether she’s speaking to a classroom, a conference, or a company boardroom, Maya makes every message count.
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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