Some OF THE incredible places Laura has been invited to speak:
Creative Mornings
”I believe that each one of us have something inside, all of us. And the world will miss out if we don't do something about it. Because someone out there needs to see what we need to create.”
— Laura Peña
Laura peña is a Dominican-American filmmaker, storyteller, entrepreneur, creative producer, motion designer, animator, traveler, speaker and mentor to young girls.
“Follow your intuition”
A talk that will change your perception of fear and inspire you to take action
Michelle’s humorous and inspiring speaking style has been captivating audiences across the globe. With authentic storytelling, engaging visuals and her 100 Days Without Fear experience, Michelle will show you how to challenge your comfort zone to tap into your full potential.
In this fun and energizing session, you’ll learn about:
Dealing with the unknown / embracing change
Seeking GROWTH over SAFETY
Leading with accountability
Daring to fail
The difference between FEARLESS leaders and BRAVE leaders
Highlighting our authenticity
The REAL enemy of success (not failure)
The difference between universal, cultural and personal fears
How to trigger our Behavioral Activation System
Redefining fear, from obstacle to opportunity
Michelle uncovered that our needs not only motivate us, but they also limit us. By learning how to prioritize and negotiate with our needs, we open a world of opportunities.
Customized Talks for:
Women & Girls Organizations
Non-profits
Leadership Conferences
Schools and Universities
Laura customizes every presentation taking into account the audience and the client's objectives.
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”I believe that each one of us have something inside, all of us. And the world will miss out if we don't do something about it. Because someone out there needs to see what we need to create.”
— Laura Peña
ABOUT LAURA
Laura is the founder of She is the Universe, a global platform that looks to inspire, empower and support teenage girls from around the globe, to stand in their own stories and to pursue their dreams, through storytelling, mentorship, and community.
Laura is also the founder of JelloMonsters, a creative design lab focused on storytelling through motion graphics, design, and technology. She creates video-driven experiences online and offline for live events worldwide. She also produces motion graphics content for web series and online videos.
With over 15 years of experience in the creative field, Laura has worked with top brands in the entertainment, Her video design work has been recognized in magazines, newspapers, and books around the world, and presented in multiple cities, including Shanghai, Bangalore, London, Buenos Aires, and New York City.
Quote from this talk / image
”I believe that each one of us have something inside, all of us. And the world will miss out if we don't do something about it. Because someone out there needs to see what we need to create.”
— Laura Peña
TESTIMONIALS
"Michelle's talk was tremendously inspiring and insightfully put together. She was beyond well prepared and poured her heart into her message; everything you would ever want from a presenter. I honestly can't say enough good things about working with her as a TEDxHouston speaker. She's a talented designer and brave woman." – Kara Gray, Speaker Curator