“We’re all born twice. Once on the day you were born, and then second, when you find out why.”
— William Barclay
Listen to why YOU are unstoppable!
"When I first met Maria, I was immediately impressed by her presence, poise, and authenticity. After reading her memoir, I knew I had to create an opportunity for her to speak to the students at San Diego Miramar College. She did not disappoint—students in our entrepreneurship class shared that her talk gave them the boost they needed to hit the ground running. We've already invited Maria back to speak to our new cohort this fall, and we’re honored to support her on this inspiring journey of sharing hope, resilience, and thought-leadership with the world."
— Tanya Hertz, Executive Director, REC Innovation Lab at San Diego Miramar College
"Maria was awesome! Her talk was thought-provoking and made me feel like I still have so much more to do and give in my life—even after decades of teaching at UC San Diego. I was simply blown away by her ability to illustrate real-life examples that opened my perspective and helped me see a clear roadmap to my next level. I can’t wait to attend another Maria Rose event."
— Dr. Todd Hylton, Ph.D. in Applied Physics, UC San Diego Faculty Emeritus
"Maria Rose is an incredibly natural public speaker. Her presence, clarity, and energy are truly impressive. She uses vivid illustrations to enhance her message, making it both engaging and impactful—a hallmark of great communication. Her ability to transform personal challenges into a powerful, motivating narrative is deeply moving. Maria speaks with authenticity, strength, and heart, delivering talks that leave a lasting impact. Her voice is one that will continue to inspire many."
— Lorilyn Montford, Biologist/Environmental Protection Specialist at USEPA