Meet Mary "Madette" Mendoza — an award-winning Keynote Musician who brings mental health to the stage through music, storytelling, and theatrics. She doesn’t just speak about resilience — she performs it. 

 

Drawing from her journey as an introvert with anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, Madette helps individuals from all walks of life, especially youth, reconnect with what keeps them grounded — creativity and community.  Because when we feel supported, we’re able to show up stronger — for work, and for life.

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In 2024, Madette won 2nd Place at North America's Largest Inspirational Speaking Competition, Speaker Slam, making her one of the Top 14 Speakers of the Year.  

 

From prestigious stages like Nathan Phillips Square, Brampton Rose Theatre, and St. Michael's School Centre for the Arts, to radio airplay on CBC, Jazz FM, and Jewel Radio, to 100,000+ views on YouTube, and her recent soundtrack feature in international motion picture Asian Persuasion directed by Grammy and Tony Award-Winning Jhett Tolentino, Madette's captivating performances leave an unforgettable mark on all fortunate enough to witness them.

 

Madette's impact doesn't end there. With a heart as vast as her talent, she founded the Resilient Musicians Academy, a nurturing haven where students find solace in creative self-expression and build emotional resilience through the enchanting world of music.

 

As a Certified Mindfulness & Meditation Practitioner from the University of Toronto, with a certificate in Mental Health First Aid, she helps clients build their own resilience through mindfulness techniques and creative expression.

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Prepare to be captivated and inspired by Madette's unique keynote presentation and signature workshop — a true artist and passionate mental health advocate. Her words have the power to move hearts and minds, as she unveils her secrets of transforming adversity into triumph.  

 

Madette has made it her life's mission to spread hope to those suffering in silence and to encourage her audiences to create their own masterpieces in life.  With a steadfast commitment to encouragement, education, and entertainment, Madette's story is a prime example of RESILIENCE.

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Join her on this heartfelt journey of overcoming challenges and finding strength within yourself. Let Madette inspire you to turn your hardships into works of art. What masterpiece will you create? 

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Madette helps schools & organizations:

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✔ Build resilience and boost productivity

✔ Improve stress management

✔ Foster empathy, inclusion, and connection

✔ Cultivate happier, healthier people — at work and at home

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Fun Facts:  

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In her spare time, you’ll find Madette playing badminton with her partner or trying to keep up her “cool aunt” status by learning TikTok dances from her nieces. Aftera stressful day, she unwinds with soulful R&B throwbacks or a healthy dose oflaughter watching her favourite TV show Friends.