Nationwide — Dr. Tommie Mabry grew up in one of Jackson, Mississippi’s roughest neighborhoods. When he was in the fifth grade, he was arrested for breaking into the state fairgrounds. After that arrest, he was suspended or expelled from 10 different schools due to his behavior. Even worse, a judge once told him that in five years his attitude would either get him killed or incarcerated. However, little did the judge know that Tommie’s life was about to change for the better.
After his undergraduate studies, Tommie was hired as a teacher by the same Jackson Public School District that had suspended and expelled him many times during elementary and secondary education. And, in 2020, he earned his Doctorate Degree – an Executive Ph.D. from Jackson State University where he majored in Urban Higher Education.
Dr. Mabry has since written and published four books that target all age groups including A Dark Journey to a Light Future: A Memoir. In addition, as a renowned international speaker and nationally acclaimed educator, he now travels the world sharing his story to motivate and inspire others – and he lives by the motto, “I cannot walk in my future with my foot in my past.”
His story of trials, success, and service has inspired millions around the world. News of Dr. Mabry’s achievements instantly went viral, breaking national headlines. He has appeared in USA Today and major TV networks including PBS, FOX Soul, and many more.
His story and achievements have enabled him to use his voice to inspire and impact millions as a renowned speaker. He was named one of the Top 50 men in business in Mississippi. In 2022, Corwin, a major publishing company, honored Dr. Mabry with the New Voices Award for his book Perspective! The Secret to Student Motivation and Success.
For more details and/or to book Dr. Tommie Mabry for speaking engagements, visit his official website at TommieMabry.com
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