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Anthony Mays

From Compton to Google—Anthony Mays inspires organizations to break barriers, champion diversity, and unlock untapped talent.

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Authentic, genuine and instrospective are the words that come to mind.

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Why book Anthony Mays for your next event

  • Winner of the INROADS Trendsetter Award and named one of the Top 50 alums in the organization’s 55-year history, showcasing leadership and impact.
  • Founder of Morgan Latimer Consulting, Mays bridges the gap between underrepresented talent and organizations seeking to build diverse, high-performing teams.
  • Empower your workforce with insights on overcoming adversity, breaking barriers, and challenging unconscious bias to create a more equitable workplace.

From foster care in Compton to Google engineer, Anthony Mays empowers organizations to unlock diverse talent, foster inclusive workplaces, and drive innovation. His inspiring journey of resilience, coupled with actionable DEI strategies, helps companies break barriers, cultivate belonging, and create high-performing teams that thrive in today’s competitive landscape.

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Keynotes

Keynote by Anthony Mays: Overcome Fear, Embrace Diversity, & Unlock Success

Keynote speaker Anthony Mays delivers powerful insights that help organizations and individuals break barriers, reframe fear, and leverage personal narratives to drive success. With actionable strategies like “The Upside of Fear” and “10 Things I Hate About Diversity & Inclusion,” Anthony equips audiences to navigate adversity, excel in technical interviews, and foster workplace belonging.

His engaging keynotes turn obstacles into opportunities, empowering teams to embrace diversity, solve complex problems, and achieve their full potential.

Anthony covers the following topics:

  • The Upside of Fear: Turning Imposter Syndrome into Strength.
  • How to Harness Trauma to Defy Expectations.
  • Doing Hard Stuff: A Six-Step Strategy for Solving Any Problem.
  • Share Your Narrative: Using Your Story to Fuel Inclusion.
  • 10 Things I Hate About Diversity & Inclusion (And What To Do About It).
  • The Art of Technical Interviewing.
  • Working out your Faith in the workplace.
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Customer Reviews

5 of 5

Authentic, genuine and instrospective are the words that come to mind.

Fatima Kargbo-Gathers

Anthony Mays

5 of 5

Your speech gave me chills, well done brother!

Scott Dialo

Anthony Mays

5 of 5

I got goosebumps at times.

Honeywell

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I am already getting pings from folks who thoroughly enjoyed tuning in.

Salesforce

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Anthony was thought provoking, inspiring, powerful, and gracious. People really seemed to gravitate toward his condor and openness. We have only received the most positive of comments about him.

Alter Domus

Anthony Mays

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Anthony Mays

From Adversity to Achievement

Keynote Speaker Anthony Mays is a sought-after expert in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), renowned for his transformative keynotes that inspire organizations to break barriers and unlock the full potential of diverse talent.

From his humble beginnings as a foster child in Compton to becoming one of Google’s few Black software engineers, Anthony’s story is a testament to perseverance, resilience, and the power of inclusion. His personal journey, combined with years of experience in the tech industry and as a DEI consultant, allows him to deliver impactful insights that resonate with audiences at all levels.

Anthony’s keynotes blend engaging storytelling with actionable strategies, empowering companies to foster inclusive workplaces where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive. By addressing unconscious bias, challenging systemic barriers, and promoting a culture of belonging, Anthony equips organizations with practical tools to drive innovation, improve employee engagement, and enhance business performance.

Having partnered with Fortune 500 companies and global organizations, his thought-provoking presentations leave audiences motivated to create lasting change.

Book Anthony Mays for your event to inspire your workforce, cultivate a more inclusive culture, and gain the insights needed to unlock new levels of success in today’s diverse and competitive marketplace.

How to Harness Trauma to Defy Expectations | Anthony D. Mays | TEDxComptonBlvd

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