Meet Monica Rivera
Employee Experience Speaker
Monica Rivera (she/her) is a captivating speaker, business coach, and an analytically-driven marketer with a passion for building empowering communities. As a first-generation Latina from the Bronx, New York, Monica's personal journey of overcoming adversity fuels her commitment to empowering women of color to master their mindset and own their value.
With over two decades of experience climbing the Corporate ladder at renowned companies like Citi, Deloitte, Verizon, and SAP, Monica's resilience and resourcefulness have been instrumental in her success. Drawing from her own challenging experiences, she founded YOU WANNA DO WHAT?!, a coaching practice dedicated to helping women of color excel in their marketing endeavors and achieve financial empowerment. Monica's superpower lies in her ability to guide clients from feeling stuck to taking transformative action through mindset shifts, strategic thinking, and meaningful steps forward.
A sought-after speaker, Monica has graced the stages of TEDx and numerous national events for over a decade. Her thought-provoking TEDx Talk, "The Flipside of Loneliness," captivates audiences with its unique perspective. Recognized for her expertise, Monica has been featured in notable publications including Business Insider, O Magazine, NPR, Ladies Get Paid, The Huffington Post, and more.
With warmth, authenticity, and a profound understanding of the human experience, Monica Rivera inspires individuals and organizations to embrace their true potential, fostering personal growth, empowerment, and success.
