I was born and raised in one of the poorest counties in South Carolina. For the first eleven years of my life, my family and I moved from one dilapidated home to another with no running water and the use of outside bathrooms. I was raised by a hardworking mother and an alcoholic father. My brothers and I had very little clothing and sometimes little food. Through it all, I motivated myself by dreaming of bigger and better things for my life. I graduated from college and left home to work for the federal government. I have walked through the Pentagon hallways and mingled with Congress members on Capitol Hill.
Eventually, I returned to school and graduated at the top of my class with a Master’s in Criminal Justice. I enrolled in a long yet rewarding doctoral program a few years later. I graduated with a PhD in Human Services, concentrating on Disaster, Crisis, and Intervention. Today, I am a college professor teaching Criminal Justice classes to undergraduate students and trying to be a positive influence on my students.
If a small-town southern girl like myself can make it, you, too, can be successful. Just believe in yourself. Never, ever give up. Keep dreaming and ignite the fire from within!
Van Meade, PhD
Our mission at Here to Inspire Consultanting is to empower individuals and organizations to surpass their boundaries and achieve their highest potential. Through our motivational tools and services, we aim to inspire, uplift, and ignite the spark of self-belief. We believe in the power of positive thinking and are committed to making a meaningful impact in people’s lives, helping them to realize their dreams and aspirations.
At Here To Inspire Consultants, our vision is to empower individuals and organizations to transcend their limitations and achieve extraordinary success. We envision a world where everyone has the mindset, tools, and support to embrace challenges, pursue their passions, and create positive, lasting change in their lives and communities.
At Here To Inspire Consultants, we focus on boosting morale, fostering personal growth, enhancing motivation, and empowering individuals to take actionable steps toward success and fulfillment in various aspects of their lives.
We deliver motivational speeches and keynote addresses at schools, universities, conferences, or corporate gatherings to inspire and engage the audience with our messages. We offer one-on-one coaching or mentoring to individuals seeking guidance, support, and motivation to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. We can design customized programs to address the specific needs of individuals, organizations, or groups, tailoring our messages to resonate with the audience to achieve desired outcomes.
Here To Inspire Consultants is a premier motivational consultancy firm helping individuals and organizations unleash their full potential. Their team of experienced consultants provides personalized guidance and strategies to inspire and empower clients to achieve their goals. Here To Inspire Consultants is dedicated to driving positive change and transformation. I highly recommend Here to Inspire Consultants for anyone looking to unlock their motivation and accomplish their dreams.
“If you want to ignite passion, improve performance, and achieve lasting success, I wholeheartedly recommend Here To Inspire Consultants as your go-to motivational consulting partner. With their support, you can unlock your full potential and elevate your journey to greatness.”
I highly recommend Dr. Van Meade as a motivational speaker. Known for her practical advice and relatable approach, she encourages her audience to take immediate action in their lives. Her concepts have empowered countless individuals to overcome procrastination and self-doubt. Van’s engaging storytelling and genuine passion for helping others make her a standout choice for any event.