speaking topics
R.I.S.E. – From Pain and Prison to Power and Purpose
“Your past doesn’t define your future—it prepares you for it.”
In this inspiring keynote, Sharmain Harris shares how he turned trauma, incarceration, and struggle into purpose, success, and a platform that changes lives.
Through his signature R.I.S.E. Method™, audiences learn to:
Reflect on their story without shame
Internalize their power and shift their mindset
Strategize for success beyond their circumstances
Elevate their life and legacy
Perfect for conferences, reentry initiatives, universities, and leadership events, this talk empowers people to rise above any odds and transform their story into one of impact.
“Sharmain is bringing light and affirmation to a field that needs all it can get. He has an exceptional spirit and it has been a privilege to watch him take root.”
– Kyle Pruett, Author- Child Psychiatrist
Legacy After Lock Up
Every father leaves a legacy—either by design or by default. In this inspiring and actionable presentation, Sharmain equips fathers with the tools to intentionally build a legacy rooted in love, leadership, and resilience. This is not just about being there for your children today—it’s about planting seeds that will bear fruit for generations to come.
Perfect for: Fatherhood programs, faith-based organizations, mentorship programs, schools, and family empowerment events.
Audiences will walk away inspired, equipped, and challenged to see fatherhood not just as a responsibility, but as a legacy-building opportunity.
R.O.I. – Redemption Over Incarceration
“The greatest return on investment isn’t measured in dollars—it’s measured in lives changed.”
In this impactful keynote, Sharmain Harris shares how true R.O.I. comes when redemption creates lasting impact. Through his journey from incarceration to earning a master’s degree and building a national platform, he inspires audiences to believe in the power of second chances.
Perfect for reentry programs, universities, corporate DEI initiatives, and social impact events, this talk challenges audiences to see that the highest R.O.I. is Redemption Over Incarceration because every life reclaimed is a legacy built.
The Real Second Chance – Education After Incarceration
“Freedom may start at release, but true transformation begins in the classroom.”
In this powerful keynote, Sharmain Harris shares his journey from incarceration to earning a master’s degree and using his voice to build a legacy. He shows audiences how education can change lives, break cycles, and inspire generations
Perfect for universities, adult education programs, reentry initiatives, and workforce development organizations, this talk equips educators and leaders to:
Understand the barriers justice-impacted learners face
Leverage education to reduce recidivism and transform families
Create real second chances for formerly incarcerated people
Leverage education to reduce recidivism and transform families
Create real second chances for formerly incarcerated people
