A survivor of abuse, depression, and an accident that should’ve left her immobile, Maria Milagros (Vazquez)embraces her past to create a present of health, happiness, fun, love, and abundance. She personally knows that by taking responsibility for our stories, becoming intentional about creating new practices and doing the work, we can move beyond surviving and get to thriving.
Whether working with one person, a group, business or event, she teaches personal growth and development transformation through keynote talks, workshops, and one on one or small group coaching. As a well-seasoned and well-flavored 2x TEDx storyteller, award winning keynote speaker, author and love activist, she delivers customized talks, workshops and sessions that help others transform their stories and break free of unhealthy cycles.
With 20 years of leadership and personal development education and experience, Maria uses powerful storytelling and evidence-based techniques and tools that are proven to shift mindsets that last well after she steps off the stage, and can create lasting change when put into action. Her authentic congruence, infectious energy, and ability to teach from a relatable and positive perspective leaves attendees feeling like they had a fun and deep conversation with a trusted friend. Attendees and clients have given testimonies stating they walk away feeling encouraged, equipped and empowered to take action, in order to create positive change in their stories, themselves, their relationships and their lives, both personally and professionally.
When not speaking or coaching, Maria can usually be found making memories with her incredible daughter, meditating, dancing in and out of public spaces, leading group fitness classes, reading, or watching a Marvel movie.
To inquire about her speaking availability, one-on-one coaching, or book “Super Sparkly Everything”, or to sign up to get the free weekly email, please visit her website at www.mariamilagros.net.
You can also connect with her on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube @MARIAMILAGROSSPEAKER and on Facebook @MARIAMILAGROS777
You can also listen to her TEDx talks here:
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Derith Avila
Derith Avila, aka Coach D., is a presenter, mindset shifter, intentional living specialist, and a women’s wellness coach.. Her work centers around banding women together as a fierce tribe and transforming perspectives of what is possible so we can fully step into the life that is waiting for us. For over 25 years, Coach D. has shared her passion for empowering women to fiercely love the skin they’re in. From young girls to grandmothers and every age in between, Coach D. teaches you how to tap into that deep inner wisdom we all have, the place where all the answers are, so you have the tools to architect a life you love! Her motto is: “All women. All ages. All stories. All destinations.”
We know girls are inspiring! Join us for the first annual She’s Local Conference for Girls on March 27th from 3 PM to 7 PM in Quincy, MA. For the past decade, She’s Local has successfully brought together thousands of local women to inspire and learn from one another and now it is time to do the same for local girls in grades 6 through 12. Our mission is to reduce the opportunity gap for women in our region and instead create space to inspire, connect and motivate. We are excited to do the same for teens in our communities.
In partnership with the Woodward School for Girls, this conference will provide empowering possibilities close to home for girls in the areas of leadership development, connection with peers, and community engagement. This will be an opportunity for teens to gain experience by becoming speakers, volunteers, board members and advocates. An affordable in-person experience for girls to connect and learn from one another.
