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Tech DEI advocate & talent developer

Anthony Mays

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Transform tech talent pipelines with Anthony Mays, speaker and DEI advocate. Anthony works with organizations to navigate diversity challenges, foster inclusive cultures, and develop underrepresented talent, leveraging his Google engineering experience and viral recognition as Brilliant Black Minds advisor.

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Former Google Software Engineer and DEI Advocate
Founder of Morgan Latimer Consulting, focusing on tech diversity
Featured in viral BuzzFeed video for his inspiring journey from Compton to Google

Anthony Mays, the founder of Morgan Latimer Consulting and a former software engineer at Google, is dedicated to empowering the next generation of tech talent. Despite facing adversity as an abuse survivor and foster kid from Compton, Anthony's story of resilience and perseverance serves as a powerful motivation for audiences. With over 20 years of experience in the tech industry and as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion advocate, Anthony brings a unique perspective to his work. He aims to assist underrepresented communities in navigating the tech world while providing guidance to companies on how to attract and retain diverse talent. Anthony's remarkable journey from Compton to Google was featured in a viral BuzzFeed video, and he has contributed thought pieces to publications such as Huffington Post and Black Enterprise. Additionally, Anthony is a Senior Advisor for the Brilliant Black Minds initiative at Karat. His speaking engagements cover various topics, including transforming imposter syndrome into strength, exploring the intersection of faith and technology, and presenting a six-step problem-solving strategy.

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The Upside Of Fear: Turning Imposter Syndrome Into Strength

Most people see imposter syndrome as a weakness to overcome, a condition that disproportionately impacts women and people of colour. Yet despite the downsides, there are some upsides too. What if it can actually be your greatest strength?

Doing Hard Stuff: A Six-Step Strategy For Solving Any Problem

Based on the notion that “Great Teams Are Made of Great Individuals”, Clive Woodward has identified four criteria, which he believes characterise a champion individual or team in both business and sport. ‘The DNA of a Champion’ details each of these criteria, but also how they can be coached to achieve high performing teams.

Share Your Narrative: Using Your Story To Fuel Inclusion

Anthony Mays discusses leveraging personal stories to enhance diversity and inclusion, emphasizing the power of individual narratives in fostering understanding and belonging in professional environments.

Why we recommend booking Anthony

Anthony brings a unique blend of personal resilience, professional expertise, and a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion that can inspire and transform your team. His journey from adversity to success in the tech industry offers powerful insights into overcoming challenges and fostering an inclusive workplace. Booking him as a speaker will not only motivate your team but also equip them with practical strategies for attracting and retaining diverse talent, enhancing your company's innovation and competitiveness.

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Testimonials

I got goosebumps at times.

Director, Honeywell

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.

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

Fatima Kargbo-Gathers, Fatima Kargbo-Gathers

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Anthony delivers inspiring, relatable talks rooted in resilience and real-world tech experience. His sessions motivate diverse audiences, offering practical guidance and empowering underrepresented communities to thrive in the technology sector.

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