Naima Spencer

Speaker/Author/Mindset Facilitator at Khira Horizons LLC

Member since February 2025

Professional Training and Coaching

Education: Penn State University
Washington D.C., DC, USA

Biography

Naima Spencer is a speaker, mindset coach, and author specializing in mindset mastery and personal transformation for executives and professionals. A certified Mindset Facilitator and strategic intervention life coach, she holds an MBA from Penn State with a background in biotech and healthcare. Having personally overcome fear, anxiety, and self-doubt, Naima understands the power of mindset in breaking through limitations and unlocking true potential. She has been featured in Thrive Global, Medium, and several podcasts, sharing her insights on resilience, leadership, and personal growth.

Passion

The power of mindset and its ability to transform lives is what truly lights me up. I’m passionate about helping professionals and executives break free from anxiety, self-doubt, and burnout so they can step into their full potential with clarity and confidence. Nothing excites me more than seeing that “aha” moment when someone realizes they have the power to rewrite their story, shift their perspective, and create the success and fulfillment they deserve.

Best Story

In 1998, I moved to the U.S. from Morocco chasing the American dream, but instead, I found myself stuck in survival mode, believing that success was for other people. I had no connections, no fancy degree at the time—just a deep feeling that I was meant for more.

After immersing myself in personal growth, I came to realize that the biggest thing keeping me stuck wasn’t my circumstances—it was my mindset. I was playing small, telling myself a story that I wasn’t capable of more. So, I started rewriting that story. I shifted my beliefs, took bold action, and step by step, I went from barely making ends meet to landing a job as a CIA officer. That journey taught me something profound: Your mindset is either your greatest obstacle or your greatest ally. And the moment you shift it, you open doors you never thought possible.

Now, I help professionals break through their own mental barriers so they can create the success and fulfillment they deserve. If I can go from minimum wage to the CIA, just imagine what’s possible for you!

Origin Story

My journey has been anything but ordinary. As an immigrant from Morocco, I started out working minimum-wage jobs, feeling stuck in a cycle of survival. But deep down, I knew I was meant for more. Through relentless mindset work, I transformed my beliefs and decided that my story will have a better ending! I went from struggling to earning an MBA in Biotech and Health care Management and eventually making one of the most unexpected career leaps—becoming a CIA officer. That experience taught me the power of resilience, adaptability, and the importance of mastering one’s mindset. But my mission didn’t stop there. I realized that so many professionals, executives, leaders, and high achievers were battling their own invisible barriers, feeling overwhelmed, unfulfilled, and stuck in a reality that didn’t match their potential. That’s why I made it my purpose to help others break through those limitations. Today, as a speaker, certified mindset coach, and co-author with the legendary Les Brown, I empower professionals to rewire their thinking, build resilience, and create lasting success in both life and business. When you shift your mindset, you don’t just change your career—you change your entire future.

Example Talks

Collaborate to Elevate: The Mindset of High Performing Teams

In today’s fast-paced work environment, true innovation and success are driven by teams that operate with trust, adaptability, and a shared vision. Yet, poor communication, internal roadblocks, and self-limiting beliefs can stifle collaboration and hinder results. This session will explore how shifting mindset at both an individual and collective level can transform workplace dynamics, enhance problem-solving, and create a culture of peak performance.

Topics/Keywords

leadership womens leadership author success mindset peak performance mindset resilience workplace wellbeing success mindset professional coac workplace engagement women and public speaking personal growth interactive workshops corporate development
I am willing to travel more than 100 miles
Yes
I generally get paid for speaking but make exceptions

Best Story

In 1998, I moved to the U.S. from Morocco chasing the American dream, but instead, I found myself stuck in survival mode, believing that success was for other people. I had no connections, no fancy degree at the time—just a deep feeling that I was meant for more.

After immersing myself in personal growth, I came to realize that the biggest thing keeping me stuck wasn’t my circumstances—it was my mindset. I was playing small, telling myself a story that I wasn’t capable of more. So, I started rewriting that story. I shifted my beliefs, took bold action, and step by step, I went from barely making ends meet to landing a job as a CIA officer. That journey taught me something profound: Your mindset is either your greatest obstacle or your greatest ally. And the moment you shift it, you open doors you never thought possible.

Now, I help professionals break through their own mental barriers so they can create the success and fulfillment they deserve. If I can go from minimum wage to the CIA, just imagine what’s possible for you!

Origin Story

My journey has been anything but ordinary. As an immigrant from Morocco, I started out working minimum-wage jobs, feeling stuck in a cycle of survival. But deep down, I knew I was meant for more. Through relentless mindset work, I transformed my beliefs and decided that my story will have a better ending! I went from struggling to earning an MBA in Biotech and Health care Management and eventually making one of the most unexpected career leaps—becoming a CIA officer. That experience taught me the power of resilience, adaptability, and the importance of mastering one’s mindset. But my mission didn’t stop there. I realized that so many professionals, executives, leaders, and high achievers were battling their own invisible barriers, feeling overwhelmed, unfulfilled, and stuck in a reality that didn’t match their potential. That’s why I made it my purpose to help others break through those limitations. Today, as a speaker, certified mindset coach, and co-author with the legendary Les Brown, I empower professionals to rewire their thinking, build resilience, and create lasting success in both life and business. When you shift your mindset, you don’t just change your career—you change your entire future.

I am willing to travel more than 100 miles
Yes
I generally get paid for speaking but make exceptions

Example Talks

Collaborate to Elevate: The Mindset of High Performing Teams

In today’s fast-paced work environment, true innovation and success are driven by teams that operate with trust, adaptability, and a shared vision. Yet, poor communication, internal roadblocks, and self-limiting beliefs can stifle collaboration and hinder results. This session will explore how shifting mindset at both an individual and collective level can transform workplace dynamics, enhance problem-solving, and create a culture of peak performance.

Topics/Keywords

leadership womens leadership author success mindset peak performance mindset resilience workplace wellbeing success mindset professional coac workplace engagement women and public speaking personal growth interactive workshops corporate development