A Dynamic and Energetic Speaker
Minaa B. delivers powerful keynote talks that provide individuals with the tools they need to increase their productivity, mitigate burnout, cultivate belonging, and develop self-efficacy through mental fitness. As a licensed social worker and former therapist, Minaa presents evidence-based therapeutic methods in a straightforward, easy-to-understand manner. This approach enables individuals to apply these methods to enhance their personal and professional well-being.
areas of expertise
Black mental health
women’s mental health
community care and collective healing
loneliness & belonging
trauma & post-traumatic growth
Mental Health & Social Justice
corporate wellness
Mental fitness & resiliency
Building self-efficacy
and more!
“Minaa B. was incredible! She connected with our audience, made them laugh while also providing real skills and information that they could apply to their lives. She was incredible to work with too - authentic and kind, participated in other parts of our event, and took the time to meet and talk with attendees. She customized her content to our audience, which we always love! Would definitely recommend Minaa B. to other groups!”
— Tri-delta
Why Organizations Love Working With Minaa B.
Minaa B. has delivered outstanding keynote speeches and workshops across various industries, such as tech, healthcare, retail, law firms, and public education, among others. She has worked both in-person and virtually for organizations like Slack, Create & Cultivate, NAMI, Allstate, Benefit Cosmetics, and more. Her work, focused on self-efficacy and community care, introduces a unique element that sets her apart from typical mental health and self-improvement speeches. Minaa’s teachings are rooted in the belief that we are not powerless people, and she aims to help people understand what is in their locus of control in order to manage life stressors in a healthy way while also teaching people the importance of interdependence and belonging as a tool for personal and collective growth. She firmly believes that self-care is the bridge to community care, which, in turn, leads to community healing. This belief is the foundation on which Minaa builds her speeches to help individuals develop not only resiliency but also connection and healthy relationships.
In addition to her speaking engagements, Minaa B. also offers workshops and training sessions where participants can delve deeper into the concepts she presents. These interactive sessions provide a safe space for individuals to explore their emotional well-being, understand the importance of community care, and learn practical strategies for implementing self-care into their daily lives. Her aim is to foster a culture of empathy and understanding, where individuals are empowered to not only take care of their own mental health but also support those around them.
Companies I've worked with
previous KEYNOTES/speaking arrangements
A dynamic speaker and expert in her field, Minaa works with organizations to bring education and insight to their audiences on mental health and wellness topics to serve them at home, in school or even in the workplace..
well + good talks
Office Dynamics
aerie x wondermind
Aerie Real Talk
Minaa B. collaborated with Aerie for their Real Talk NYC event at their flagship storefront in Soho, NYC to discuss the significance of mental fitness, fostering community, and prioritizing mental health care. In the video, Minaa shares a simple, accessible tool for combating anxiety.
Testimonials
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“93% of team members were very satisfied or satisfied with Minaa’s session. Several team members in the comments said they would love to see Minaa speak again. She was authentic, knowledgeable, and provided tangible takeaways.”
Rocket Central
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“As an ally, I appreciated Minaa’s presentations which gave excellent tools for BIPOC individuals AND tips for being an ally to them.”
Anonymous Employee, Pacific Gas and Electric Company
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“To say the response to Minaa’s presentation has been positive would be a gross understatement. We have been flooded with messages about how much Minaa’s messages meant to folks. Many have described it as the most impactful professional development experience they have ever participated in.”
Strive, Leading Inspired Learning
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Based in NYC, Minaa is a contributing writer for Well + Good and XO Necole. In addition, she sits on the Mental Health Advisory Committee for Wondermind, a mental fitness company co-founded by Selena Gomez. She has also been featured in a variety of publications and media sources, such as Red Table Talk, Peace of Mind With Taraji, Katie Couric Media, Orpah Daily, BBC, Essence and more.
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Owning Our Struggles: A Path to Healing and Finding Community in a Broken World
Adversity comes in many forms and can make us feel alone in our pain, even years after the fact. But as wellness coach and licensed therapist Minaa B.® observes, we can’t heal in isolation. The best way to move past individual trauma is through connection and community—healing ourselves and one another.