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Public Speaking

Inspiration Meets Strategy

A Voice of Resilience and Strategy

Inspiration Meets Strategy At Rivera Catalyst Strategies, Maggie Rivera-Tuma is more than a speaker — she’s a catalyst for change.

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Guided by The Heart of the Hustle, she draws on her personal journey — from growing up homeless to delivering keynotes at universities like Harvard — to deliver messages that move hearts and minds. Her presentations are immersive, deeply human, and rooted in strategy.

 

She doesn’t just tell stories — she offers blueprints. Audiences leave not only inspired, but equipped with tools to lead transformation in their organizations.

 

Keynote Themes Leadership & Change: Turning disruption into opportunity, redefining culture, and leading with agility DEI & Equity: Embedding inclusion into business strategy, building belonging, and converting audits into action.

 

Inclusive Growth & Impact: Aligning profit with purpose, designing equitable expansion, and catalyzing social value.

 

Motivation & Resilience: Overcoming adversity, embracing grit, and unlocking the internal drive to lead Whether at corporate conferences, academic forums, or community summits, Maggie brings authenticity, actionable insight, and the heart behind the hustle.

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Maggie Rivera-Tuma is a sought-after keynote speaker whose life and career embody The Heart of the Hustle. Having grown up in extreme poverty, including periods of homelessness, Maggie’s story is one of grit, transformation, and purpose. She has spoken on stages from corporate summits to academic forums — including at Harvard — imparting wisdom that blends lived experience with strategic insight.


With over 20 years in banking, community development, DEI, and leadership roles, Maggie has become a bridge between business results and social impact. She was recently featured as a contributing author in Hispanic Stars Rising, placing her among a distinguished community of Hispanic leaders celebrated for influence and excellence

What Maggie Brings to Every Stage

  • Authentic Storytelling + Strategic Frameworks
    Maggie carries authority from her journey. She doesn’t just inspire — she provides tools, frameworks, and paths forward. Audiences leave grounded and motivated to act.

  • Across Audiences & Contexts
    Her messages resonate in boardrooms, community forums, universities, and industry conferences. She tailors her approach to client needs, whether for change, culture, equity, or growth.

  • Track Record & Recognition

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Keynote Themes

  • Leadership & Change: Turning disruption into opportunity, redefining culture, and leading with agility

  • DEI & Equity: Embedding inclusion into business strategy, building belonging, and converting audits into action

  • Inclusive Growth & Impact: Aligning profit with purpose, designing equitable expansion, and catalyzing social value

  • Motivation & Resilience: Overcoming adversity, embracing grit, and unlocking the internal drive to lead.


Whether at corporate conferences, academic forums, or community summits, Maggie brings authenticity, actionable insight, and the heart behind the hustle.

Leadership and Change Management

  • Leading Through Change: Turning Disruption Into Opportunity

  • The Human Side of Transformation: Building Buy-In That Lasts

  • Adaptive Leadership in Times of Uncertainty

  • Reimagining Culture in the Era of Hybrid Work and Return-to-Office

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

  • Beyond Compliance: Embedding DEI Into Business Strategy

  • Inclusive Leadership: Unlocking Innovation and Belonging

  • Building Sustainable DEI Infrastructure in a Shifting Landscape

Inclusive Growth & Social Impact

  • Inclusive Growth as a Competitive Advantage

  • Corporate Social Responsibility That Delivers Measurable Impact

  • Partnering for Progress: Public–Private Collaborations That Work

  • Philanthropy With Purpose: Moving From Charity to Transformation

The Heart of the Hustle & Motivation

  • From Homeless to the Boardroom: A Journey of Resilience

  • Turning Adversity Into Advantage

  • Breaking Barriers: Lessons in Leadership, Equity, and Courage

  • The Power of Purpose: Leading Beyond Titles

  • Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 

Why Book Maggie Rivera?

  • A speaker with depth and credibility: Her narrative combines personal resilience with leadership across the financial, nonprofit, and community sectors.

  • Customized for your audience: She doesn’t recycle one message — she tailors speeches to your goals, culture, and context.

  • Actionable and memorable: Expect takeaways, worksheets, and frameworks — not just motivation.

  • High demand, limited availability: Her reputation ensures selectivity, which means your event stands out by featuring a voice of influence.

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Next Steps

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