Testimonies
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I am not exaggerating when I say that I am ALWAYS thrilled to hop on a zoom call with Tevin. He knows how to keep our group excited, engaged, and smiling. Even during these days where we all dread attending yet another Zoom call, Tevin has an incredible energy that never fails to brighten your day and make that extra time on the screen worth it.
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- Rachel Kantor, Student at Connecticut College
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Tevin is by far one of the most inspiring speakers to ever address a young audience. He is a good friend of mine from Johns Hopkins University, where we pursued the same Master’s degree in Biotechnology Enterprise and Entrepreneurship. He came to speak to our interns at Berkeley Pharma Tech in the Fall of 2020.
His speech regarding encountering road blocks in his academic career really resonated with all of us, who are no strangers to various setbacks and hardships. Learning to overcome these road blocks was at the heart of Tevin’s speech. The interns really took his key takeaways to heart. His talk touched each and everyone of us, and set our determination on fire!
Come what may, we know that it is possible to pull ourselves up, get back on our feet and work until we have success! How do we know that it is all possible? Because Tevin is here to remind us that we have what it takes. We are the generation that will usher in the future—with Tevin by our side, of course!
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Tevin helped me with my public speaking by being so energetic. He showed me what I could aspire to be one day.
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-Ben Marzouk, Student at UALBANY
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Tevin Ali was the host at our 1st Annual CW Youth Entrepreneurship Summit in Riviera Beach, Fl. As the Founder and CEO of Women Of Sure Sertainty Tevin did a phenomenal job hosting the event. He exceeded my expectations with his impeccable speech to our youth. The guests and kids loved what Tevin had to say.
Tevin you are the best in my eyes.
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Tevin provided the closing remarks at the Regional 8th Annual Life Sciences South Florida STEM Undergraduate Research Symposium in 2021. His remarks were inspiring as he recounted his personal journey as a first-generation college student. He was extremely professional, enthusiastic, timely, and engaging. His passion for speaking resonates.
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Tevin’s energy and positivity are infectious! After his talk, I have never felt more confident and inspired to communicate with an audience before!
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When I say Tevin speaks, he speaks! What do I mean? Tevin speaks with a purpose and from a struggling minority point of view and I had a hard time understanding my struggles and whys, but Tevin woke me up to be a stronger me! Now, I am motivating others! Thanks Tevin for all you do!.
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-Jeanelle Angus, Founder of The Angus Effect, Aspiring Lawyer
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John Quincy Adams once said “if your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader”.
Tevin is professional, talented, a great leader and always encourages others to thrive for success.
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Immediately upon meeting Tevin, I was amazed by his personality and positivity, and that was via zoom, which is often very hard to adjust to. Tevin speaks with passion and is very articulate. Throughout my semester, I was always excited to attend my meetings with Tevin, and I always left the meeting feeling a sense of pride and excitement for my future because of the encouragement or advice he always left me with. I have nothing but amazing things to say about Tevin, and he will excel in whatever he takes on next.
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Challenge Students to Graduate with a Major and a Mission, Powerful Message from Tevin Ali, Florida's Student of the Year.
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- Christine Barrow, Dean of STEM Division at Prince George's Community College
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Tevin did an exceptionally good job at the 1st Annual CW Youth Entrepreneurship Summit.
He kept the youth engaged and the adults well entertained. He will be used for future events.
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Tevin, I truly enjoyed your presentation and think your topic is very timely. You are so charismatic and this kind of presentation fits firmly within your wheelhouse- you are skilled at making somewhat convoluted and potentially dry topics engaging. You are crystal clear in your communication and had a good cadence to hold our interest. You do not simply speak, you use your voice like a tool, modulating it in tone and volume to lead us through this journey.
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-Anonymous, 3x Emmy Award Winner
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Tevin Ali is a symbol of what it means to be dedicated to change. But not only is Tevin dedicated to change, he also embodies core components that are required for change to actually take place. He is compassionate, filled to the brim with radiant love, he is authentic and generous with his internal wisdom, and most importantly he is fearless in the eye of a storm – he is not willing to waver for what is ordinary, but dares to extend the entirety of himself to belong to purpose in order to wholeheartedly love and serve creation. He, himself, changes lives with every encounter simply by just being all that he so naturally is. Tevin Ali is the cultivator of new ways of belonging together, as a united collective, all as one.
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This was such an inspiring speech that we had to share - commencement speaker, Tevin Ali, had a phenomenal message for all #TWCSummer16 Interns
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- The Washington Center, Washington D.C.
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Tevin worked tirelessly to ensure he delivered a dynamic motivational speech to his peers, which he did, earning enthusiastic praise from students, staff, and other stakeholders.
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-Mashaal A., Education
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Tevin
From the heart you are a shining star.
Your story is compelling and your message to young people, extraordinary and vital.
See you on TED TALKS everywhere
Such a role model we all see in you.
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-Edie Fraser, Founder & Chairman of STEMconnector
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Everyone who has encountered Tevin has enthusiastically and wholeheartedly agreed that he is more than deserving of this award. They all recognize that students of Tevin's caliber only appears a few times in a career.
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-Mariana c, Coordinator, internships & co-ops, FAU career center
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Tevin brought a wealth of knowledge to our panel as he provided our students with much-needed advice about life after graduation and how they can be successful in their own path.
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If you want to learn about public speaking then Tevin is your man! Trust me you’ll feel better about yourself after a few hours with Tevin, he is such a positive person!
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Listened to Tevin Ali, getting us all fired up at the SHEC Summit. STEM Blueprint: Driving Innovation in Higher Education.
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-Lisa Wininger, US DOE Office of Science
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Something I always personally admired about Tevin is his warm-hearted personality, which brings a bright energy and leaves everyone with a smile. Tevin has a remarkable mix of interpersonal, business, communications, and leadership skills that are sure to leave a meaningful contribution to any project or team he is a part of. Even more impressive is the ease and skill with which Tevin communicates a difficult topic and transforms even the most esoteric subject into a compelling and appealing message.
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-Mary Mudrick, Associate Director of Development FAU
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Tevin is truly an 'ace of all trades'. The staff at TRIO is better, in terms of professional development, leadership skills and emotional intelligence, for having worked with Tevin. I am better for having worked with him.
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-Yessenia, Founder of ERC
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Tevin is a great motivational speaker. He knows how to keep the audience engage with his smile and energy. He motivated and inspired me to improve my public speaking skills. He provided me with awesome tips and habits to break to improve my public speaking. He really is a Shining Diamond.
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Tevin was able to resonate with our students at our ‘Roadmap to Student Success Symposium’. He was authentic and shared personal experiences that were beneficial for our student group.
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