In this compelling TEDx Talk, Anthony Mays takes the stage to unravel the enigmatic journey from trauma to success. Drawing from his own life experiences and remarkable transformation, Anthony reveals the profound principles that have guided him from the streets of Compton to becoming a tech influencer and a catalyst for cultural change. Trauma has the power to shatter lives, but what causes some individuals to defy the odds and emerge as inspiring success stories? Anthony delves deep into the heart of this question, blending the realms of science, faith, and personal narratives to shed light on the transformative journey he undertook. As he shares his personal narratives, you'll be taken on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, from the challenges he faced growing up in Compton to the triumphs he achieved in the tech industry. Anthony's talk challenges conventional wisdom and explores what sets survivors of trauma apart, enabling them not only to excel but also to become agents of change in their communities. This talk was given at a TEDxComptonBlvd event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. A former abuse victim and foster kid straight outta Compton, Anthony D. Mays wears many hats as a public speaker, DEI consultant, writer, tech career coach, and software engineer. Teaching himself how to code at the age of 8, Anthony went on to obtain a degree in Information and Computer Science from the University of California, Irvine and started his tech career as an INROADS intern, winning the Lorenz Tovar Intern of the Year award and earning a spot as one of the Top 50 alums in the organization’s 50-year history.
Anthony’s journey from Compton to Google was featured in a viral BuzzFeed documentary in 2018. After spending 8 years at Google, he left the company to pursue full-time entrepreneurship as founder of Morgan Latimer Consulting. He wanted to bridge the gap between the underrepresented and companies. Anthony's inspirational story is one of perseverance that provokes conversation about inclusion in tech, using humor, and vulnerability. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at [ Ссылка ]
