María Belón is a physician, lawyer, and survivor of the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, who became a global inspiration after surviving this tragedy with her family. Her story was adapted into the film *The Impossible*, directed by Juan Antonio Bayona, with Naomi Watts portraying her role and earning an Academy Award nomination. Today, María is a renowned motivational speaker, known for sharing her life story and delivering powerful messages of resilience, overcoming adversity, and compassion.
With a background in Medicine and Law, María Belón has had a diverse professional career, including teaching Human Resources at ESADE Business School and consulting for major corporations like Pepsi. Her life changed dramatically after surviving the 2004 tsunami, an experience that required two years of physical and emotional recovery. Since then, María has traveled the world sharing her story and advocating for disaster victims, inspiring individuals and organizations to face challenges with courage and purpose.
María Belón’s talks are profound, emotional, and deeply inspiring. Through her powerful personal story, María teaches her audience how to find strength in adversity and turn challenges into opportunities for learning and growth. With an authentic and relatable style, María draws from her experience as a professor and consultant to connect with audiences across all sectors, offering practical lessons on resilience, overcoming difficulties, and leading in times of crisis.
María shares her personal journey of surviving the 2004 tsunami, teaching how to face life’s hardships with bravery, compassion, and resilience.
A motivational talk inspiring audiences to overcome challenges and use difficult moments as opportunities for growth and self-discovery.
Drawing from her professional experience, María offers strategies for building resilience within teams and tackling workplace challenges with confidence and purpose.
If you’re looking for a deeply motivational and inspiring talk on resilience, personal growth, or leadership during crises, you can book María Belón through Thinking Heads. With her unique experience and transformative message, María provides valuable tools to help individuals and organizations face challenges with courage and hope. Contact Thinking Heads today to secure her participation in your next event.
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