Speaker Advocate Coaches

Anastarcia Palacious is a Lisa Nichol’s Certified Transformational Trainer, best selling author, television host, transformational speaker and media coach. 

Anastarcia has over 70,000 hours of public speaking experience and has filmed over 800 episodes of live TV in the past 5 years. She has coached over 400 international business leaders in 43 countries on-camera confidence, public speaking, and style. 

Anastarcia is a master moderator and co-moderated the first National Bahamas Debate Series in 2021. She has also served as the moderator at the 9th Regional Conference of Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians in 2014, as the moderator of the Annual Meeting of the Boards of Governors of the IDB in 2016 and in that same year, moderated the Bahamas Independence Celebrations.

As the Youth Ambassador of The Bahamas to the Commonwealth 2007-2009, The College of The Bahamas Student Union President 2008-2009, and University of Miami Student Government Chief of Staff External 2010-2011, Anastarcia has traveled to over fifteen countries around the world to advocate for and create legislation regarding youth and women’s rights. She has served on several Bahamian boards over the years. Anastarcia is a graduate of the University of Miami and the College of the Bahamas. She is listed on Freeport City Council’s Wall of Fame, was named a Top 49 Millennial in 2022 and has been nominated for numerous awards. Anastarcia is married to Carlos Palacious. They have two children.

Bisi is an ingenious thought leader in her industry. As a Certified Breakthrough Coach and Inspirational Speaker, Bisi partners with organizations to inspire, lead and transform people.

She is adept in communicating in dynamic ways, helping people make decisions that are aligned and true to them vs. society’s. Stirring people’s souls to believe in the parts of them that yearns for more of their highest self. She is also a brand producer and Creative Strategist.

Bisi is a multicultural immigrant, who has lived in 3 continents - Africa, Europe and the United States, got married and divorced all before the age of 24, while struggling to establish a sense of belonging in a specific community.  She identified ways to rewrite the next chapters of her life, and confidently made decisions that elevated her personal and professional life.  Her expertise is in building rapport with people from varied backgrounds, seeing life through their lens, giving what she needed the most in periods of despair and loneliness. 

Bisi became a SACoach just after her first round of Ignite. She is passionate about helping other students on their verbal or written dynamic communication journey - from enhanced communication with a friend to being remembered in a room full of business professionals

Christopher Thompkins is a visionary abstract digital artist whose eclectic background and self-taught artistry paint a vivid narrative of his life. 

Raised in a nurturing, creative environment, his earliest influence came from his mother, a natural and avid illustrator, whose passion for the arts ignited Christopher's lifelong journey in creativity. Beyond the artistic influence at home, Christopher's business acumen is deeply rooted in the entrepreneurial spirit of his father, from whom he learned the intricacies of successfully managing and owning a business.

Christopher's rich tapestry of life experiences extends far beyond the realm of art. He has contributed significantly to his community as an organizer, bringing people together for common causes and fostering a sense of unity and purpose. His tenure as a police officer offered him unique insights into the human condition, influencing his art with themes of justice, empathy, and the complexity of the human spirit. Further shaping his worldview, Christopher's practice as a public defender honed his understanding of the intricacies of human relationships and the law, enriching the depth and perspective of his artwork.

As a successful business owner, Christopher combines his entrepreneurial skills with his artistic vision, showcasing a rare blend of creativity and savvy business acumen. His multifaceted career path has not only contributed to his success but also deeply informed his artistic expression, allowing him to create works that resonate on multiple levels with a broad audience.

At the core of Christopher's artistic and professional journey is a profound desire to impact others positively. He believes in the transformative power of empowering individuals, a principle that has guided both his community efforts and artistic endeavors. Christopher's art is not just a means of expression but a vehicle for change, reflecting his commitment to making a difference in the world.

Through her work as a Breath Facilitator, she seeks to inform on why the power of the breath, meditation, the belief system, along with laughter and self-love are the frontline of defense when on the path of True Healing.

Executive Director of The Memphis 13 Foundation, Certified Wellness Consultant, Breath Facilitator and an Alumni of The Memphis 13, subject of a documentary by the same name. The film chronicles the desegregation of Memphis City Public Schools in 1961 by thirteen 5 & 6 year old girls and boys, (dubbed “The Smallest Pioneers” of the Civil Rights Movement), in answer to the 1954 landmark decision by the U.S. Supreme Court on Brown v Board of Education.

She’s also the eldest daughter of pioneer civil-rights activists, the late Gwendolyn Kyles and Rev. Samuel “Billy” Kyles, subject of the Oscar & Emmy nominated documentary, The Witness: from the Balcony of Room 306. The film gives voice to her father’s memories, who on April 4, 1968, was the only other person on the balcony, with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. when he was fatally shot, as her mother, siblings and she, were preparing to receive Dr. King and the SCLC staff for dinner at their home.

As a result of her speaking engagements, group coaching, workshops and bootcamps, participants of all ages who stay in action are empowered with practical tools which allows them to connect with their inner healer, open their hearts, choose to be more empathetic, and experience healthier, happier, more wholesome lives.

Kevin Goins is a motivational speaker and transformational coach who has facilitated the development of thousands of international leaders, speakers, coaches, and authors on the ability to speak and connect with their audiences and teams. 

From a corporate manager who once struggled with speaking in public to an entrepreneur, speaker, and coach, Kevin’s resolve to overcome inner resistance to visibility and share his message of hope has encouraged and influenced countless global leaders and decision-makers. To achieve this, he’s partnered with several multi-million dollar organizations and brands.

His talks help groups master the art of connecting vision with desired outcomes through the following:

• Enhance audience and team connection
• Speak with authenticity, impact and influence
• Release the fear of visibility to show up powerfully
• Increase revenue through speaking
• Master the art of story-telling to promote client/employee attraction & retention
• Everyone wants to be seen and know that they matter. Kevin can help you do that.

…and so much more!

Nerissa Trindade is a transformational keynote speaker, neuro-transformation coach, and two-time international bestselling author.

Once terrified of public speaking, Nerissa now moves audiences globally through powerful stories, inspirational content and dynamic delivery. Nerissa is the founder of the Speak for IMPACT program that has enabled countless leaders and changemakers to discover their ‘you-nique’ superpower, present with confidence, raise diverse voices and powerfully share their stories.

Nerissa has masterfully navigated crisis and adversity and is recognised for their positive energy, rational thinking and calm demeanour under extreme pressure. As a migrant, gay, non-binary person of colour, Nerissa constantly shows us the power of authenticity, courage and resilience. They believe in growing through life, instead of just going through it. With decades of experience leading diverse, high performing teams to deliver strategic programs, Nerissa is committed to empowering people to be the best version of themselves.

As a Lisa Nichols’ Certified Transformational Trainer and a Speaker Advocate Coach on the MTM Campus, Nerissa is passionate about meeting students where they are and guiding them to their next level of possibility. Nerissa's unique approach bridges the age divide and resonates in a way that enables people to excel both personally and professionally.

Satinder Kaur is a certified transformational trainer, speaker and writer. 

She has guided hundreds of people from various nationalities and ages on their journey to self-discovery and clarity, balancing empathy with pragmatic exercises. A devoted mother, a certified yoga and meditation teacher, an admirer of nature, she inspires, ignites courage and potential in all she meets.

Born and raised in India, from an early age, Satinder found herself immersed in singing, dancing, acting, public speaking and writing poetry. She pursued degrees in Arts, Literature and a master’s in law before venturing to The United States where she obtained her third master’s degree in International Business practices.

As an entrepreneur she co-founded, owned, and managed two thriving businesses, a prestigious Law Firm, and an award-winning Indian restaurant. For over fifteen years she has served as a volunteer and a transformation facilitator with The Art of Living foundation, a global nonprofit, founded by spiritual teacher and humanitarian His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

A graduate of Lisa Nicholas Ignite, Speakers Mastermind and Certified Transformation Trainer programs and now also as a Student Advocate Coach, Satinder is committed to personal growth and passionately invested in supporting others on their paths to success and fulfillment.

The daughter of a King is who she is. 

Educating is what she does. As a top-tier veteran educator of almost 20 years, Valerie Wilson has coached and mentored over 2,200 students in various schools in the state of Georgia, received several teacher recognition awards along the way, and presented workshops at the state and national levels. Her company, Anointed Armor, focuses on equipping young people with the social and emotional strategies they need to overcome life's threats and thrive in victory. Her educational mission is to prepare students for life, and she does that through speaking, teaching, coaching, mentoring, and tutoring. Her professional pursuits have led to international TEDx talks, facilitating workshops on international platforms, and coaching students across the nation.

As thankful as Valerie is for all the amazing opportunities she has been blessed with, the greatest blessings that trumps them all are her husband, Ryan Wilson, and her two sons, Parker and Matthew. They are the containers that hold her heart and are part of the force that drives her to be who she has been created to be in this world.