Sarita Maybin
CVP

Sarita Maybin

M.A.CA, US

19 reviews

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Sarita Maybin is a TEDx speaker and author who provides skills to transform uncomfortable conversations into constructive communication, with real stories, practical solutions & a relatable presence.

19 reviews

19 verified

certified virtual presenter

Empowering Audiences to Work Together Better


Sarita Maybin is a dynamic and seasoned speaker, known for empowering audiences with the skills to transform uncomfortable conversations into constructive communication. With a career spanning over two decades as an international speaker and communication expert, Sarita has shared her insights in all 50 states, 10 countries (including Iceland), and on the prestigious TEDx stage.


Sarita blends real stories, practical solutions, and a relatable presence that engages her audience and inspires positive action. Her universal message has resonated with a diverse range of clients, including American Dental Association, Million Dollar Round Table, National Conference of State Legislators, Department of the Navy, and the University of California.


Leveraging her background as a former university dean of students with a master’s degree in counseling, Sarita shares strategies for enhanced collaboration and communication. As a “military brat” who thrived in a life of constant change, she brings a unique perspective, emphasizing that the power of communication is not just in what you say, but how you say it.


Sarita is also an author, having literally written the book on how to respond to the question: If You Can’t Say Something Nice, What DO You Say? Her commitment to fostering positive dialogue continues with her latest book, Say What You Mean in a Nice Way, where she explores the nuances of compassionate communication in our ever-changing high-tech times.


Sarita's programs range from 30- to 90-minute conference keynotes and breakout sessions to two-hour staff development kickoffs and half-day workshops. She can  customize her programs for your group and is available to present at in-person, hybrid or virtual events.  She is based in San Diego, California and willing to travel worldwide.

What clients say about Sarita's in-person presentations:

"Sarita, you exceeded my high expectations! You are amazing!"—Pam Lovett, Comerica Bank


"Our attendees loved Sarita and ranked her the top speaker of our entire conference that included over 80 speakers!"—Christine Strak, Minnesota SHRM


"Sarita speaks with a warmth and humor which truly reflects her authenticity. I have booked hundreds of speakers for events large and small, and recommend her without reservation."--William Murray, National Coffee Association


What clients say about Sarita's virtual presentations:

"Your presentation was fabulous! I have already received tons of positive feedback! Thank you so very much for making our virtual conference a success!"—Rebecca Perez, Case Management Society of America


"Our HR conference was privileged to have Sarita Maybin attend our virtual meeting and share her wisdom. She was engaging and interactive with attendees while being virtual, which is not easy to do."—Patty Dorough, Energy 27


[Please see more client praise in the Reviews section.]

Sarita 's Virtual Presenter Certificate

Empowering Audiences to Work Together Better


Sarita Maybin is a dynamic and seasoned speaker, known for empowering audiences with the skills to transform uncomfortable conversations into constructive communication. With a career spanning over two decades as an international speaker and communication expert, Sarita has shared her insights in all 50 states, 10 countries (including Iceland), and on the prestigious TEDx stage.


Sarita blends real stories, practical solutions, and a relatable presence that engages her audience and inspires positive action. Her universal message has resonated with a diverse range of clients, including American Dental Association, Million Dollar Round Table, National Conference of State Legislators, Department of the Navy, and the University of California.


Leveraging her background as a former university dean of students with a master’s degree in counseling, Sarita shares strategies for enhanced collaboration and communication. As a “military brat” who thrived in a life of constant change, she brings a unique perspective, emphasizing that the power of communication is not just in what you say, but how you say it.


Sarita is also an author, having literally written the book on how to respond to the question: If You Can’t Say Something Nice, What DO You Say? Her commitment to fostering positive dialogue continues with her latest book, Say What You Mean in a Nice Way, where she explores the nuances of compassionate communication in our ever-changing high-tech times.


Sarita's programs range from 30- to 90-minute conference keynotes and breakout sessions to two-hour staff development kickoffs and half-day workshops. She can  customize her programs for your group and is available to present at in-person, hybrid or virtual events.  She is based in San Diego, California and willing to travel worldwide.

What clients say about Sarita's in-person presentations:

"Sarita, you exceeded my high expectations! You are amazing!"—Pam Lovett, Comerica Bank


"Our attendees loved Sarita and ranked her the top speaker of our entire conference that included over 80 speakers!"—Christine Strak, Minnesota SHRM


"Sarita speaks with a warmth and humor which truly reflects her authenticity. I have booked hundreds of speakers for events large and small, and recommend her without reservation."--William Murray, National Coffee Association


What clients say about Sarita's virtual presentations:

"Your presentation was fabulous! I have already received tons of positive feedback! Thank you so very much for making our virtual conference a success!"—Rebecca Perez, Case Management Society of America


"Our HR conference was privileged to have Sarita Maybin attend our virtual meeting and share her wisdom. She was engaging and interactive with attendees while being virtual, which is not easy to do."—Patty Dorough, Energy 27


[Please see more client praise in the Reviews section.]

Sarita 's Virtual Presenter Certificate

Say What You Mean in a Nice Way: Communicating with Kindness and Compassion (Based on New Book)

Format: ​45- to 90-minute keynote or breakout session; 90-minute to two-hour staff development workshop

 

This program is perfect for:
  • ​Organizations that want to enhance their employee engagement and communication skills, as well as provide positive options for working together better

  • Conference keynotes and breakout sessions, staff development workshops, and other groups that need continuing education in the area of...
Teamwork / TeambuildingEducational / InformativeHumorous / Funny

If You Can't Say Something Nice, What Do You Say?: Practical Solutions for Working Together Better

Format: 45- to 90-minute keynote or breakout session; 90-minute to two-hour staff development workshop

 

This program is perfect for:
  • ​Organizations that want to equip their employees with strategies for constructively responding to communication challenges and help their managers fine-tune their techniques for providing feedback

  • Conference keynotes and breakout sessions, staff development workshops, and...
Difficult PeopleEducational / InformativeHumorous / Funny

Communicating for Success: Working Together for Better Results

Format: :  45- to 90-minute keynote or breakout session; 90-minute to two-hour staff development workshop

 

This program is perfect for:
  • ​Conference keynotes and breakout sessions, staff development workshops, and other groups that need continuing education in the area of communication--presented in an upbeat and entertaining style

  • Organizations that want to enhance their staff...
Educational / InformativeHumorous / FunnyCommunication

How to Stay Positive and Focused in Uncertain Times

Format: ​30- to 90-minute keynote or breakout session; 90-minute to two-hour staff development workshop

 

This program is perfect for:
  • ​Organizations going through change, facing low morale or experiencing uncertainty

  • Conference keynotes and breakout sessions, staff development workshops, and other groups that want to help their staff reenergize, revitalize and rekindle passion for...
MotivationEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changingHumorous / Funny

How to Maintain High-Touch Relationships in High-Tech Times

Format: 45- to 60-minute keynote, breakout session or staff development 

 

This program is perfect for:
  • ​Organizations with multiple layers of communication, including remote workers

  • Conference keynotes and breakout sessions

 

The audience will leave with:
  • ​Three clues that they should choose to call instead of email or text

  • How...
Educational / InformativeHumorous / FunnyCommunication
Sarita 's Virtual Presenter Certificate

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National Coffee Association, USA

On-Site

B.M., President and CEO, National Coffee Association, USA
Verified @ncausa.org

Sarita Maybin was the perfect speaker for our convention of coffee industry executives. Her message could not be more timely, and her execution was flawless. She speaks with a warmth and humor which truly reflects her authenticity. I have booked hundreds of speakers for events large and small, and recommend her without reservation.

University of Michigan

On-Site

D.O.P.D.., Senior Learning Specialist, Human Resource Development, University of Michigan
Verified @umich.edu

"Being a keynote speaker for us is not necessarily an easy job as people at UM often have high standards. The evaluations from the conference attendees were excellent. Typical comments were 'Fantastic!' 'Loved her' 'Learned a lot' and 'I'm using what she taught us already.' In short, Sarita was engaging, lively and interactive. She delivered exactly what we needed!"

National Management Association

On-Site

S.B., NMA President, National Management Association
Verified @nma1.org

"The evaluations showed that you were far and away the most favored educational forum presenter of the three days! You were personally very 'real', you got to know the audience ahead of time, and then once you owned the room (after about 5 seconds!) you spent 90 minutes talking WITH your audience, not AT them. That is the mark of a true professional."

Texas Counseling Association

On-Site

D.B.P., Director of Programs, Texas Counseling Association
Verified @lonestar.edu

"Sarita, your high energy presentation to over 2300 counselors was EXCELLENT! We appreciated your stories about real-life situations. You actively engaged the audience with humor while making a point and gave us strategies to better ourselves! You are a fabulous speaker who makes learning fun!"

Comerica Bank

On-Site

P.L., Director, Business Development & Community Affairs, Comerica Bank
Verified @comerica.com

"Sarita, you exceeded my high expectations! Thank you for energetically and professionally engaging our audience today in a most memorable and positively impactful presentation. You are amazing!"

Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) - Carolinas Chapter

On-Site

B.B., CMAA Carolinas Education Chair & General Manager, Yeamans Hall Club, Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) - Carolinas Chapter
Verified @yeamanshallclub.com

"Sarita is truly ONE OF THE BEST! She wowed our audience in the Carolinas and really connected with everyone. I hope to hear Sarita speak in the future and would recommend her inspirational presentations for everyone."

LRP Publications/FDRTraining.com

On-Site

D.G., Editorial Director, Federal Group/FDR Advisory Board, LRP Publications/FDRTraining.com
Verified @lrp.com

"Thank you so much for your informative, energetic and engaging presentation to 700+ participants at the Federal Dispute Resolution (FDR) Training and Expo. Attendees were singing your praises the rest of the week. We've had many excellent keynoters in FDR's 29-year history and you are among the best!"

Department of Child Support Services, County of Sacramento

On-Site

M.L.J., Assistant Director, Department of Child Support Services, County of Sacramento
Verified @saccounty.net

"You were refreshing, knowledgeable and very inspiring. Our staff learned several tools and techniques that will assist both at work and in their personal lives. You inspired me to pursue one of my life-long dreams in which I will definitely utilize many of your concepts!"

California State University, San Bernardino

On-Site

J.W., Administrative Analyst Specialist, California State University, San Bernardino
Verified @csusb.edu

"We all adore Sarita here. She brings the right amount of humor in helping us deal with difficult situations. She finds a way to relate to everyone which makes everyone feel they are being heard. She also helps us feel closer, more unified as a group."

University of California, Riverside

On-Site

P.H., Administrative Supervisor, University of California, Riverside
Verified @UCR.edu

"Sarita, your presentation at our all-staff retreat was amazing. Thank you for your insight and ability to bring teams together."

Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)

On-Site

S.W., Conference Co-Chair, Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)
Verified @NDSUAlumni.com

"Thank you for kicking our conference off on the right foot. I found you very inspiring and someone I can learn a lot from. So many people were still talking about you at the end of the conference. You left a great impression!"

AdminBrandingBox Management

On-Site

C.S., Founder and CEO, AdminBrandingBox Management
Verified @mnshrm.com

I had the pleasure of hosting Sarita as a Keynote presenter and breakout speaker for our 2017 Annual State Conference. I enthusiastically want to recommend her to other organizations who are looking for a high-quality and engaging speaker. Sarita was an absolute joy to work with and our attendees loved her!! Our attendees ranked her the top speaker of our entire conference that included over 80 speakers!

Tulsa Area HR Association

On-Site

R.S., VP of Programs, Tulsa Area HR Association
Verified @cs3tech.com

It's the responsibility of my committee to find speakers that are insightful, timely, and dynamic enough to engage our membership. Sarita covered all of the items on our wish list and more! The member feedback following the meeting was excellent!

Case Management Society of America

Virtual

R.P., Sr. Manager of Education and Strategic Partnerships, Case Management Society of America
Verified @parthenonmgmt.com

"Your presentation was fabulous!! I have already received tons of positive feedback! Thank you so very much for making our virtual conference a success!

WPX Energy

Virtual

P.D., HR Team Lead - Compensation, WPX Energy
Verified @wpxenergy.com

Our HR conference was privileged to have Sarita Maybin attend our virtual meeting and share her wisdom on "How to Stay Positive and Focused in Uncertain Times." The topic was timely due to the pandemic. Sarita was engaging and interactive with attendees while being virtual which is not easy to do. The attendees were appreciative and thoroughly enjoyed her presentation.

Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA)

Virtual

V.V.G., Manager of Education Programs, Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA)
Verified @iecaonline.com

"While we anticipated that your message would resonate with our attendees, we were struck by the affirmation many reported. The topic was particularly poignant given the times we are living in. As one participant said, 'I found Sarita's message to be extremely uplifting.' Another participant said 'I absolutely loved her presentation! She was inspirational. One of my favorites of all time!' We are extremely grateful and hope to have you return in the future. As promised, I have already begun to employ several of the suggestions you made."

Washington Association of Sewer and Water Districts

Virtual

T.F., Operations Manager, Washington Association of Sewer and Water Districts
Verified @waswd.org

Sending my appreciation for your efforts in putting together and presenting this amazing session. It was very engaging! My absolute pleasure to meet you and work with you!

Allegany College of Maryland

Virtual

K.H., Senior Vice President, Instructional and Student Affairs, Allegany College of Maryland
Verified @allegany.edu

"You did an awesome job! I have heard numerous well-respected folks refer to your presentation in glowing terms. You have left an imprint on ACM."

Salesforce

Virtual

M.J., Senior Director, Global Enablement Innovation Strategy, Salesforce
Verified @salesforce.com

"We had an EXCELLENT experience working with Sarita. She spoke to our entirely remote team virtually at the perfect time as we were under some intense deadlines and nerves were frayed. Her message, though delivered remotely, retained all Sarita's intimacy and candor, and reminded all of us that kindness, civility AND honesty can all exist together. Thank you Sarita!"