I have given motivational talks and book talks at schools, corporate meetings, spiritual groups, book fairs and diversity fairs, including TEDx at City University of New York, the Pennsylvania Conference for Women, the Washington Independent Review of Books; the National March to End Rape Culture; the Mixed Remixed Festival; the Japanese American Museum; the Gaithersburg, Baltimore and Annapolis Book Festivals; the U.S. Veteran’s Administration; the Fearless Women’s Summit; Bethesda Metro Village; Politics & Prose Bookstore; Oyster Bilingual School; The Wednesday Morning Group; Blessed Sacrament School; Prince Georges County Elementary School; and Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church Preschool. I look forward to meeting you at my next event!
- Harri j. Kramer / Chair, Wednesday Morning Group
I'm part of a collective of co-hosts of the "Inside Out" radio show on WPFW fm 89.3 in Washington, D.C. I produce and host the show generally on the first Tuesday of each month between 2:00-3:00 p.m. EST. I focus on diversity and alliance issues. If you have ideas for a show or would like to be a guest, please contact me. See our Inside Out LGBT Radio Facebook page and www.WPFWfm.org for more info. And tune in!
“I woke up this morning feeling lighter. As I began writing in my journal, I realized that I am looking forward this morning. Maria affirmed many things for me, and shared a number of tools I want to research further, which appeals to my desire to keep learning. What a delightful change from waking up and bemoaning the fact that it is day 39 [of the quarantine]! Excited to receive her book.”
As a guest on this talk show, I will discuss my DNA test surprise and finding my biological father.
Presentation for Women in Publishing on how to get a TEDx Talk and why it can help authors
Speaking at the Kensington Row Bookshop on how to use TEDx Talks to increase book visibility.
Get inspired and learn how to pivot your career, start a business, and create the life you're meant to live! Podcast Host Shannon Russell shares advice, strategies and second act success stories from women who have made the move into being their own boss. Listen in if you are ready to reinvent your career and build a business that is all yours!
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Guest speaker at Generation Women event in Washington, DC.
Featured speaker at a women lawyers association in Austin, Texas.
Telling my DNA test surprise on the DNA Confessions podcast.
Join us at the largest conference for those with misattributed parentage, late discovery adoptees and donor conceived individuals.
Invited to speak to a book club in Alexandria, Virginia for their anniversary event
Pleased to be a guest on this dynamic show!
Joined Debra Morrison on her We Can Do It Women Show
Excited to be a guest on this podcast about aging.
Many women reach a point in life where their role shifts — career transition, empty nest, retirement changes, loss, or simply a deep desire for “something more.”
The SHE-Defined FREE Summit (Jan 20–26) brings together experts, coaches, and thought leaders speaking directly to that season of change.
Topics include:
• identity after transition
• purpose and meaning in the next chapter
• mindset and resilience
• designing a life you actually want
It’s completely free to attend and available online.
Donna Cravotta “proudly introduces you to 100 (and counting) incredible women over the age of 50 who are quietly, or not so quietly, making a difference in lives, businesses, families, and communities.”
Speaker at QUEST 2026, a production of Third Act Quest.
Speaker at TEDx Warrenton on DNA test surprises
Meet local Kensington/DC authors in a fun setting!
Speaker at an upcoming women’s empowerment conference
Invited to speak at a women’s empowerment event.
Spotlight on speakers at the upcoming Women Getting Visible conference
I will speak at this free virtual summit on August 4. It goes on for 21 days of useful information for women in midlife.
Presentation to fellow digital nomads on increasing your online platform and visibility.
Invited to speak at Hilton’s APA celebration.
Upcoming women in midlife conference
I’m part of a powerful summit for women ready to step into their next chapter—mind, body, home, and life. It’s free & starts soon!
Presenter at summit for women over 45
Invited to speak at a women’s summit.
Third Act Spotlight series speaker as a featured author discussing How to drop what no longer serves you: Finding freedom in midlife
Excited to share ways to get unstuck and bring more joy and growth to our lives!
Speaker at the Baltimore Public Library’s Pikesville Branch on 50 After 50: Reframing the Next Chapter of Your Life and the sequel I currently am working on, 60 After 60: Finding Serenity in Your 60s.
Guest speaker at The Beauty of Midlife retreat.
Presenter at the Women of the Wild gathering.
Presenting an author talk at Washington Metro Oasis, a hub for those who want to stay active and vibrant post-50, continually learning
