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Meet Petergay and Zoraida
A Mother–Daughter Duo Inspiring Courage, Connection, and Bold Steps Across Generations
Petergay and Zoraida de Souza are a rare and unforgettable mother-daughter speaking team bringing a powerful blend of emotional intelligence, lived experience, and cross-generational insight to every audience they touch.
Their message is rooted in a universal truth: when people feel seen, supported, and loved, they rise.
Petergay
A transformational speaker and parent coach, Petergay helps people break generational patterns, lead with empathy, and step into courageous action. Her approach is grounded in deep emotional wisdom, decades of leadership experience, and the belief that families and leaders thrive when they choose connection over control and presence over perfection.
Zoraida
A published author, youth leader, and rising voice of her generation, Zoraida brings a refreshing honesty and emotional clarity to conversations about courage and self-expression. At just 14, she inspires both students and adults to name their fears, trust their voice, and choose bravery even when their knees shake.
Together
Together, they deliver a dynamic dual-perspective keynote experience that bridges the wisdom of a mother with the insight of a daughter. Their storytelling, humor, and authenticity create an atmosphere where audiences feel safe to reflect and inspired to act.
Their signature N.O.D.™ Framework —
Name it. Own it. Do it anyway.
guides people of all ages to recognize their fears, take responsibility for their choices, and step boldly into who they were always meant to be.
The N.O.D.™ Framework
Name It
Step One
Speak your truth out loud. Give voice to the fear, the dream, the thing you've been avoiding. When you name it, you claim it.
Own It
Step Two
Take responsibility without shame. Acknowledge where you are, what got you here, and what you need. Ownership is power.
Do It Anyway
Step Three
Move before you're ready. Act even when you're afraid. Let imperfect action beat perfect planning. Momentum creates miracles.
Media and Press
Dynamic International Keynote Speakers
A Mother–Daughter Duo Inspiring Courage, Connection, and Bold Steps Across Generations
Featured On: NBC
A Message That Connects Every Generation
The Bold Steps Keynote Experience
"We don't need perfect steps. We need brave ones. And when we name our fear, own our truth, and do it anyway — we change the world."
— Petergay & Zoraida de Souza
Why Audiences Love This Keynote
Authentic storytelling that creates emotional connection
Practical tools they can use immediately
Dual perspectives that bridge generational gaps
A framework that works for all ages and backgrounds
Who We Serve
Schools & Universities
Students, educators, and administrators seeking courage, connection, and emotional leadership
Corporations & Organizations
Teams building empathy, resilience, and authentic leadership cultures
Parent Groups
Families seeking tools to navigate challenges with connection and confidence
Youth Conferences
Young people ready to name their fears and step into their potential
What Makes Us Special
A Real Mother-Daughter Team
We speak from lived experience, sharing a real journey of healing, empathy, and transformation between mother and daughter.
A Voice for Every Generation
Our intergenerational dynamic bridges the gap between parents and youth, making our message relatable to diverse audiences.
​​​Purpose Over Performance
Everything we do is rooted in authenticity, love, and a mission to inspire bold, meaningful steps, not just polished presentations.
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