About

Inspire Strength, Service, and Connection

Carl Speaks is dedicated to inspiring resilience, fostering leadership, and building meaningful connections through motivational speaking that empowers individuals and organizations to grow with purpose and heart.

Building Strength Through Resilience

Meet the inspiring voices behind Carl Speaks, each dedicated to resilience and leadership.

Carl Vincent Cleavenger

Founder & Lead Speaker

Carl brings heartfelt storytelling and a passion for guiding growth through change.

Maya Thompson

Leadership Coach

Maya empowers leaders to foster connection and embrace inclusive communication.

Jamal Edwards

Resilience Strategist

Jamal crafts practical strategies to help organizations thrive through adversity.

Discover Resilience, Leadership, and Connection

Experience transformative talks that inspire resilience, foster leadership, and build authentic connections for lasting impact.

Resilience Building

Learn practical strategies to overcome challenges, adapt to change, and emerge stronger in both personal and professional life.

Leadership Development

Gain insights into effective leadership practices that empower teams, encourage service, and drive purposeful growth.

Meaningful Connections

Cultivate deep, inclusive relationships that enhance collaboration and create supportive communities across diverse settings.

Inspiring Journeys from Carl Speaks Audiences

Discover how Carl’s talks empower you step-by-step to build resilience, lead with purpose, and create lasting connections.

How an Organization Cultivated True Resilience

This story reveals how an organization embraced Carl’s guidance, transforming challenges into leadership opportunities and meaningful growth.

Building Enduring Leadership Through Empowerment

This case reflects how a team adopted resilience principles to overcome adversity and foster a culture of service and connection.

Elevating Team Dynamics with Purposeful Leadership

This example illustrates how leaders applied Carl’s insights to enhance collaboration, inspire action, and achieve impactful results.