About Petergay and Zoraida
A Dynamic Mother-Daughter Duo
Petergay de Souza
Petergay de Souza is an internationally recognized keynote speaker, parenting coach, and advocate for emotional intelligence in leadership. With decades of experience in youth development and family transformation, she has dedicated her life to empowering parents to lead with purpose and empathy.
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Her philosophy centers on the belief that strong families create strong leaders. Through her coaching programs and speaking engagements, Petergay helps parents navigate the complexities of raising high-achieving children while maintaining deep emotional connections.
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As a mother, she brings authenticity and vulnerability to every conversation, sharing both triumphs and challenges from her own journey of raising a remarkable young woman.
Zoraida de Souza
Zoraida is a poet, youth empowerment advocate, and emerging voice in the conversation around emotional intelligence and leadership. In her early twenties, she brings fresh perspectives on navigating relationships, self-expression, and personal growth.
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As a daughter who has experienced the transformative power of intentional parenting, Zoraida speaks candidly about the journey from adolescence to adulthood, the importance of vulnerability, and the courage it takes to pursue one's dreams.
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Her poetry and storytelling resonate with young people and parents alike, bridging generational gaps and creating space for authentic dialogue about what it means to grow up—and to guide those who are growing.
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"It's never too early or too late to take bold steps toward the life you envision."
— Petergay & Zoraida de Souza