SPEAKING TRUTH TO EMPOWER
Lighting the way for the next generation of technologists with radical candor, vulnerability, and authenticity.
THE ENGINEER WHO SPEAKS
ABOUT ANTHONY
Anthony D. Mays is a public speaker, DEI consultant, writer, tech career coach, and software engineer of over 22 years experience.
A former abuse victim and foster kid from Compton who taught himself how to code at age 8, he has received numerous awards for his work in the tech industry and has worked with many organizations and Fortune 500 companies.
Mays is known for weaving his inspirational story of perseverance into rich conversations about inclusion in tech.
Now a full-time founder, consultant, career coach at Morgan Latimer Consulting, he works with candidates and companies to improve representation in tech through coaching, advising, and consulting.
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TESTIMONIALS
“Authentic, genuine and instrospective are the words that come to mind.”
Fatima Kargbo-Gathers
“Your speech gave me chills, well done brother!”
Scott Dialo
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Program Manager, Salesforce
“I got goosebumps at times.”
Director, Honeywell
“Anthony was thought-provoking, inspiring, powerful, and gracious. People really seemed to gravitate toward his condor and openness. We have only received the most positive of comments about him.”
Anonymous, Alter Domus
KEYNOTES & WORKSHOPS
Learn how to leverage imposter syndrome to drive better execution and excellence.
Three principles that teach you how to break the status quo and achieve the unexpected.
A tested framework for empowering employees to participate in the work of inclusion across all backgrounds.
Let’s talk about why the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion isn’t as glamourous as it seems. We can do better.
Workshop series teaching you how to prepare for technical interviews competently and confidently. For all experience levels.
Learn how to tackle any problem using a consistent set of behaviors and strategies.
ARTICLES
The New Black Tax And The Cost Of Being A Minority in Tech If you are a black person in America, then you are probably familiar with the… Read more
Hacking the ‘Hood: How Tech Can Solve Its Pipeline Problem The Internship The summer of 2001, I found myself in a hotel conference suite hearing… Read more
Three Unexpected Takeaways From Black Panther I’m just a software engineer, not a movie reviewer. If you’re looking for an expert… Read more
10 Things I Hate About Diversity and Inclusion Taking a hard look at the ugly side of D&I When it comes to diversity and… Read more
How to Practice LeetCode Problems (The Right Way) tl;dr: You're doing it wrong. Use "The Six Steps" any time you practice LeetCode questions,… Read more
How to Transition into Tech: A Complete Guide As a tech influencer, the single most frequently asked question I get is about how… Read more
Tired of Educating Your Peers on Race? Think again The next time someone asks you to explain race to them, profit. Imagine this. You’re… Read more