Nicholas Valenzuela


Bilingual Speaker, Trainer, Coach

Dr. Nicholas Valenzuela went from a Spanish-speaking barrio with no college-educated role models to earning a Ph.D. from Stanford and advising executives at Microsoft, Sun Microsystems, and Seagate.


A Fulbright Fellow and first-generation college graduate, he now inspires teens and young adults—especially from immigrant and migrant communities—to pursue their own journeys from lost and unfocused to admitted and thriving. For over twenty years, he has helped students gain admission to elite universities through his VIA Success framework, proving that where you start doesn't determine where you finish. Presents in English and Spanish.


DR. NICHOLAS VALENZUELA

Inspirational Leadership Keynote Speaker

Bilingual (English ↔ Spanish)

TOPICS

  • College Admissions
  • Education
  • Leadership
  • Resilience
  • Communication

Travels from California.
Corporate fee starts at $15K
School/education fee starts at $6.5K
(All-inclusive)

Bio

Dr. Nicholas Valenzuela is a Stanford Ph.D., Fulbright Fellow, and national keynote speaker who empowers teens and young adults to achieve their education and career dreams. Growing up in a low-income, Spanish-speaking barrio where he was told he wasn't smart enough for college, he went on to earn four degrees and advise C-level executives at Fortune 100 companies including Microsoft, Sun Microsystems, and Seagate.


Through his VIA Success process, Dr. Nick has helped countless students gain admission to top universities—including Ivy League schools—by identifying their strengths, building self-esteem, and creating action plans for success. His motto: "If I did it, you can do it too."

Topics

  • Student Motivation & Success
  • VIA Success: Vision, Inspired, Action
  • From Lost to Focused: Finding Your Path
  • Becoming Highly Motivated to Succeed
  • Goal Setting for Teens & Young Adults
  • Creating Your Action Plan for Success
  • Self-Esteem & Mindset
  • Building Self-Confidence & Self-Esteem
  • Overcoming Negative Self-Thoughts
  • Reducing Stress & Anxiety in Students
  • You Are Smarter Than They Said You Were
  • Growth Mindset for Academic Achievement
  • College & Career Readiness
  • Getting Into Your Dream College
  • Ivy League & Top University Admission Strategies
  • First-Generation College Success
  • Navigating the College Application Process
  • From Admission to Graduation: Thriving in Higher Education
  • Personal Journey & Inspiration
  • From the Barrio to the Boardroom
  • If I Did It, You Can Do It Too
  • Defying Low Expectations
  • Overcoming Cultural, Financial & Personal Barriers
  • The Power of Education to Transform Lives
  • Strengths & Talent Development
  • Identifying Your Unique Strengths & Talents
  • Nurturing & Developing Your Abilities
  • Turning Talents into Career Success
  • Discovering Your Purpose
  • Leadership & Professional Development
  • Leadership Skills for Young Adults
  • Career Success Strategies
  • Lessons from Fortune 100 Boardrooms
  • Strategic Thinking for Your Life & Career
  • Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace
  • Immigrant & First-Generation Experience
  • Thriving as a First-Generation Student
  • Navigating Systems as an Immigrant Family
  • Breaking Barriers in Education
  • Cultural Identity & Academic Success
  • From Spanish-Speaking Barrio to Stanford Ph.D.
  • Parent & Family Engagement
  • Supporting Your Child's College Dreams
  • How Families Can Foster Student Success
  • Engaging Parents from Diverse Cultures
  • Building a College-Going Culture at Home
  • Educator & Staff Topics
  • Inspiring & Engaging Diverse Students
  • Working with Disenfranchised Communities
  • Building Trust Across Cultures
  • Strategies for Migrant & Immigrant Student Success
  • Creating Inclusive Educational Environments

Events

Student Assemblies & Programs

Middle School Assemblies

High School Assemblies

College & University Convocations

Student Leadership Conferences

New Student Orientation

Graduation Ceremonies

College Signing Days

Career Day Events


College Access & Readiness Events

College Access Conferences

TRIO & Upward Bound Programs

Gear Up Events

AVID Program Events

College Application Workshops

Financial Aid & Scholarship Nights

Ivy League & Elite University Prep Programs

Transfer Student Events


First-Generation & Underserved Student Events

First-Generation Student Conferences

Boys & Young Men of Color Initiatives

Latino Male Success Programs

At-Risk Youth Programs

Alternative Education Programs

Continuation School Events


Migrant & Immigrant Education Events

Migrant Education Conferences

Newcomer Student Programs

English Learner Family Nights

Immigrant Student Support Events

Migrant Parent Engagement Workshops


Parent & Family Events

Parent Engagement Nights

Parent University Programs

College & Career Family Workshops

Title I Parent Meetings

Bilingual Family Events


Educator & Staff Events

Teacher Professional Development

Faculty & Staff Convocations

Counselor Conferences

Administrator Leadership Retreats

Back-to-School Staff Kickoffs

Equity & Inclusion Training


Cultural & Heritage Celebrations

Hispanic Heritage Month

Latino Leadership Summits

Immigrant Heritage Events

Cinco de Mayo Celebrations

Juneteenth Programs


Corporate & Professional Events

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Summits

Employee Resource Group (ERG) Events

Leadership Development Programs

Career Advancement Workshops

Young Professional Conferences

Mentorship Program Kickoffs


Conference & Association Events

Migrant Education State & National Conferences

NACAC & College Counselor Conferences

Education Equity Summits

Latino Education Conferences

School Counselor Association Events


Youth Development & Nonprofit Events

Youth Leadership Summits

Nonprofit Galas & Fundraisers

Workforce Development Programs

Community Mentorship Events

Boys & Girls Club Programs

YMCA/YWCA Youth Events


Mental Health & Wellness Events

Student Stress & Anxiety Workshops

Self-Esteem Building Programs

Mindset & Motivation Seminars

Student Wellness Days


Business & Entrepreneurship Events

Young Entrepreneur Programs

Business School Events

MBA & Graduate School Prep

Silicon Valley & Tech Industry Events

Career Pathway Programs

Testimonials

Carolyne Owala

"As a result of the trauma-infomred training our educators received, we were not only able to build our students' resiliency, but also empower our educators to create their own in-house Child Protection Policy to protect their rights."

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