AN AWARD - WINNING MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER, CERTIFIED RESILIENCE EXPERT, & RENOWNED MOUNTINEER
TIA IS
Tia Banks knows what it’s like to face "valley moments." As a young adult, she struggled with depression and anxiety, believing she was destined to be just an average student with her only identity tied to sports. Her freshman year of college brought a harsh reality check—redshirted due to poor math grades, Tia found herself placed in remedial classes just to catch up and qualify to play NCAA basketball.
But it was during this challenging period that Tia’s resilience began to emerge. After failing her first college test with a score of 5, Tia got serious about her academics. Determined to stay on the basketball court, she sought mentorship, put in extra hours studying with her teacher after practice, and eventually passed her math course with a B. This triumph fueled her confidence, leading her to earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree.
Tia's Athletic Journey Didn't End There
Tia's athletic journey didn’t stop there. She went on to play professional flag football for 13 years and was even invited to try out for the USA national team. Unfortunately, a knee injury ended her career, leaving her in a familiar place—struggling with depression, anxiety, and a lack of purpose.
HOWEVER, TIA'S STORY DIDN'T END IN THE VALLEY
However, Tia’s story didn’t end in the valley. On a self-discovery journey, she found her true calling and emerged as a leading voice in resilience and mental health. Today, she’s an award-winning motivational speaker, certified resilience expert, and renowned mountaineer dedicated to helping students and educators harness the power of resilience.
TIA CONQUERS MOUNTAINS
Beyond the stage, Tia’s adventurous spirit shines through in her passion for mountaineering. A former professional athlete, she is now on a mission to conquer all seven volcanic summits across the globe. Her pursuit of excellence, both on and off the mountains, embodies the principles she teaches—resilience, leadership, and unwavering determination.
Through Tia Banks LLC, she continues to empower others to overcome their own valley moments and reach the summits of their potential.