“Paula is one of the most genuine, thoughtful and inspirational people I have had the privilege of knowing. Her timely message is desperately needed in our world today. The significant impact she has made in my life has driven me to stretch for aspirational goals that have become core to who I am. Recently, Paula graciously shared her message with a group of financial advisors whom I work with. The positive feedback we received from those in attendance illustrates how captivating Paula can be, even in a virtual environment. I am honored to know Paula personally. I’m humbled by the influence she has had in my life.”
Empowerment Speaker
I'm a Life Design Strategist and former Vice President of Investments for the world’s largest money management firm.
As an empowerment speaker, I share how I went from a life of poverty in Brazil to becoming a Wall Street executive in America. Sharing stories and examples from my own life, I seek to inspire and challenge others to achieve their potential by taking responsibility for their lives.
Straight talk, passion and humor are hallmarks of my unique ability to connect with an audience in an authentic and powerful way. I’m a natural storyteller who inspires action and offers audience members clear and specific tools to perform better at work and in life.
I have 22 years of financial services experience working as vice president at BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Ameriprise Financial. My coaching and financial certifications include: Certified Investment Management Analyst, with coursework through Wharton School of Business; Certified Professional Coach, with coursework through the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching; Certified Financial Planner, with coursework through the College of Financial Planning; and Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner. I'm currently in the process of becoming a Happiness Certified Trainer through the Happiness Studies Academy founded and taught by Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar. Dr. Ben-Shahar taught two of the most popular courses in Harvard’s history: Positive Psychology and The Psychology of Leadership.
I'm passionate about speaking about Personal Leadership and to why happiness at work matters; research and evidence supporting what makes people happier; and what gives people a sense of satisfaction and meaning in their lives.
“Paula spoke at our MNCREW Celebration Awards and her message of goal setting, hope and hard work really resonated with us. It was a delight to have her speak, meet and connect with us. Her tenacity and positive outlook are contagious! She is an excellent, polished presenter and speaker with a great message to share.”
Speaking Topics
· Ignite! How to perform to your potential...and beyond
· Lessons learned: My journey from the ghettos of Brazil to Wall Street
· How to live your life by design, not default
· The Science of Happiness: Strategies to Increase Happiness in Your Own Life!
· Put Your Oxygen Mask On First: How to Powerfully Take Care Of Yourself.
“Paula is an incredibly humble, authentic and thoughtful leader. Her vulnerability made her extremely approachable, and her powerful question-asking technique left all of us thinking critically about who we are and who we desire to be as leaders when it matters most.”