DR. TOMMIE MABRY'S KEYNOTES, WORKSHOPS, & LEADERSHIP CONSULTING
Executive Leadership
Dr. Tommie Mabry delivers executive leadership keynotes that challenge senior leaders to lead with purpose, self-awareness, and strategic clarity. Drawing from his experience as an organizational leader, educator, and national speaker, he shows how executive mindset and decision-making shape culture, morale, and performance across the organization. Dr. Mabry emphasizes authentic leadership, emotional intelligence, and accountability as drivers of sustainable success. Participants gain practical strategies for leading through complexity, managing pressure, and aligning teams around a shared vision. Leaders leave equipped to lead with consistency, influence, and impact.
Corporate Leadership
Dr. Mabry provides corporate leadership keynotes that highlight the power of human-centered, values-driven leadership in achieving organizational excellence. He shows executives how clarity, empathy, and accountability strengthen team performance, innovation, and culture. Leaders learn frameworks for navigating change, improving communication, and building psychologically safe environments where employees thrive. His approach blends emotional intelligence with strategic planning to elevate performance at every level. Organizations leave equipped with actionable tools to strengthen leadership capacity, culture, and results.
Childhood Trauma & Toxic Stress
Dr. Mabry helps educators and youth-serving professionals understand how trauma and toxic stress shape behavior, motivation, and academic performance. He explains the science behind stress responses and how unmet needs often manifest as challenging behaviors. Participants learn trauma-responsive strategies that create safety, consistency, and trust in learning environments. Dr. Mabry emphasizes relational connection as the foundation for resilience and improved student outcomes. This session equips teams to support vulnerable children with empathy, structure, and purpose.
School Climate & Culture
This keynote empowers leaders to build strong school cultures rooted in clear expectations, relational trust, and shared purpose. Dr. Mabry shows how leadership behaviors, communication patterns, and consistent systems directly shape student and staff experiences. He helps teams identify cultural gaps and provides strategies for strengthening alignment across classrooms and departments. Emphasis is placed on creating environments where students feel supported and staff feel valued. Schools leave with a roadmap for cultivating climates that promote engagement, belonging, and achievement.
Building Collegial Relatinships
Dr. Mabry highlights the importance of strong collegial relationships in maintaining effective and collaborative school or organizational environments. He addresses common sources of conflict and miscommunication, guiding staff in rebuilding trust and shared accountability. Participants learn strategies for effective communication, conflict resolution, and professional support. Dr. Mabry emphasizes respect, clarity, and teamwork as core drivers of workplace success. This session helps teams strengthen their relationships and align around common goals.
Athletic Environment
Dr. Mabry’s athletic development keynote focuses on building disciplined, resilient, academically-driven student-athletes. He highlights how mindset, leadership, and character influence performance both on and off the field. Coaches learn strategies for mentoring athletes through adversity and setting high expectations for personal growth. Dr. Mabry emphasizes balancing athletic commitment with academic responsibility and emotional well-being. Programs gain tools to strengthen team culture, accountability, and long-term athlete development.
Secondary Engagement & Postsecondary Readiness (Grades 9–12)
This powerful session challenges high school students to think bigger about their future and take ownership of where they’re headed. Dr. Mabry shares his own journey to show students that their past doesn’t define their potential, but their choices do. Students are encouraged to reflect on their goals, decision-making, and the habits they’re building right now. The session emphasizes accountability, resilience, and preparing for life after high school, whether that’s college, a career, the military, or entrepreneurship. Students leave inspired to: • Set goals and take responsibility for their future • Make smarter decisions inside and outside of school • Stay focused despite distractions and setbacks • Believe that success is still possible for them
Collegiate Engagement & Student Success
This session speaks directly to college students navigating independence, pressure, and purpose. Dr. Mabry connects his lived experience with practical strategies to help students manage time, stress, and responsibility while staying focused on their goals. Students learn the importance of accountability, self-discipline, and using their voice as emerging leaders. The session challenges students to own their choices, seek support when needed, and stay committed to the vision they have for their lives. Students leave empowered to: • Manage responsibilities and priorities effectively • Stay motivated through challenges • Build confidence and resilience • Take control of their college experience and future
OTHER KEYNOTES
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Conference Keynote Addresses (topics geared towards conference themes)
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Back-To-School Convocations
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Faculty-Staff Institutes
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Graduations (All levels)
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Juvenile Detention Centers
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Colleges & Universities
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Churches
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School Assemblies
Classroom Management
This session equips educators with practical, relational approaches to managing classroom behavior and building predictable, supportive learning environments. Dr. Mabry reframes behavior through an emotional lens, helping teachers understand how trauma and unmet needs impact student actions. He provides strategies for routines, expectations, restorative responses, and positive reinforcement. Educators learn how to maintain consistency while fostering trust and connection. The result is a classroom where students feel secure, respected, and ready to learn.
Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
Dr. Mabry demonstrates how SEL skills—self-awareness, self-management, relationship-building, and decision-making—directly influence academic and behavioral outcomes. He provides practical strategies for embedding SEL into daily routines and instructional practices. The session highlights how adult modeling of emotional intelligence shapes student behavior and climate. Participants learn to cultivate environments where students build resilience, empathy, and healthy coping skills. Schools leave with tools to strengthen whole-child development.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
This keynote offers a clear understanding of ACEs and how early adversity influences learning, health, and long-term behavior. Dr. Mabry explains the cumulative effect of ACEs and why early support can dramatically change life trajectories. Participants learn how to identify signs of adversity and respond in ways that promote safety and stability. He provides strategies for building ACE-responsive environments rooted in consistency and trust. Teams leave prepared to support students with compassion, structure, and insight.
Professional Development for Staff
Dr. Mabry provides high-impact professional development that strengthens instructional practice, staff collaboration, and trauma-informed awareness. His sessions emphasize continuous improvement and equip educators with strategies they can apply immediately. Topics include SEL integration, effective communication, relationship-centered teaching, and staff wellness. Dr. Mabry emphasizes the importance of unified expectations and aligned instructional culture. Schools gain practical tools for improving staff performance, morale, and cohesion.
Parental & Community Engagement
This session helps schools build meaningful, trust-based partnerships with families and community stakeholders. Dr. Mabry identifies common barriers to engagement and offers strategies for improving communication, cultural responsiveness, and collaboration. He demonstrates how strong school–family relationships improve attendance, motivation, and achievement. Participants learn how to create inclusive structures that elevate parent voices and strengthen community trust. Schools leave with a framework for sustainable, impactful engagement.
Early Learner Engagement & Foundations (K–5)
This fun and interactive session helps students learn how to feel safe, confident, and ready to learn at school. Dr. Mabry talks with students about how their feelings, choices, and friendships help them do their best every day. Students learn simple ways to listen, follow expectations, and treat others with kindness and respect. Through stories, movement, and age-appropriate activities, students discover that their voice matters and that school is a place where they belong. The focus is on building good habits, making positive choices, and believing in themselves. Students leave knowing how to: • Stay focused and ready to learn • Use self-control and make good choices • Build positive friendships • Believe they can succeed in school
Early Adolescent Engagement & Growth (Grades 6–8)
Middle school can be confusing, emotional, and challenging, and this session meets students right where they are. Dr. Mabry connects with students through real talk and real stories about growing up, fitting in, and figuring out who they are. Students learn how their choices, attitudes, and effort shape their future. The session focuses on confidence, respect, accountability, and using their voice the right way. Students are encouraged to take ownership of their behavior and understand that mistakes don’t define them, growth does. Students leave learning how to: • Handle emotions and peer pressure • Build strong relationships with teachers and peers • Stay motivated even when school gets hard • Take responsibility for their choices
TML is an institute of students who are committed to the institute mission of developing the mind, body, and spirit of each child to the highest standards. This mission is to build confidence, resilience and responsibility, turning students into empowered, inspiring leaders.
TOMMIE MABRY
LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
The Leadership Institute, led by Dr. Tommie Mabry in collaboration with trained experts and dedicated volunteers, is a structured, multi-month leadership development experience for students ages 13 and older. Conducted over two days per month for five consecutive months during the school year, the Institute is delivered during school hours to ensure accessibility and consistent participation. Students are introduced to progressively challenging leadership scenarios that increase in complexity and duration, allowing them to apply practical tools in real time. The program is designed to build confidence, accountability, and leadership capacity while equipping students with skills essential for academic success and life beyond the classroom.
Dr. Tommie Mabry’s Student Leadership Institute focuses on the following core areas:
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Problem-solving and strategic thinking
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Critical thinking and analysis
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills
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Decision-making and accountability
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Creative thinking and innovation
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Self-awareness and identity development
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Coping strategies for stress and emotional regulation
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Goal-setting and personal responsibility
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Redefining home and cultural influences
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Awareness of risk factors and negative influences to avoid
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"Little Tommie"
Educational Mascot
Little Tommie is a character from the book "Litte Tommie's Four B's" writing by Dr. Tommie Mabry. The "Little Tommie" mascot is a powerful educational tool used to motivate students to stay on course. He is used as a fun and simple way to show children that they are stronger than they think. Little Tommie wants children to see that he doesn't easily give up on his dreams and helps them to adopt the same mindset! He frequently travels to functions with Dr. Mabry encouraging kids to remember the 4 "B's":
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Be Confident
Be Determined
Be Motivated
Be Yourself
