About Vernon

Vernon T. Foster II is an author, speaker, and eternal optimist.  

He opted to treat his 20s and early 30s as an experiment for self-exploration and honing his 7 Laws of Mindful Living philosophy. 

​Vernon's adventures led to him starting an entertainment business at 19, two stints living in Central and South America, becoming an award-winning Toastmasters speaker and self-published author and moving to NYC with two suitcases to help build a tech startup.

Today, his focus is on empowering youth at the high school and collegiate level with Emotional Intelligence (EQ), self-acceptance, and a resilient mindset. 

Vernon's work gets viewed by thousands of readers and is featured online in Entrepreneur, General Assembly, The Good Men Project, Ambitious, Entrepreneur On Fire, The Productivityist, and Podcast Movement.
His stories are perfect, and they provide a great balance between entertaining and educational.”
​- Josh S. 

Speaking Programs

The 7 Laws of Mindful Living
Students face a multitude of challenges today. Peer pressure, anxiety, and feelings of worthlessness - it's a never-ending battle. To confront these challenges head-on, Vernon reveals The 7 Laws youth must adopt to live a life filled with self-love, purpose, and happiness. 

Results Oriented Teaching​
  • How to blaze your trail by discovering your uniqueness without fear of failure or rejection. 
  • Why social media is a "highlight reel," and you can never win the comparison game. 
  • How to contribute to causes, communities, and organizations while building your resume and social capital.  
The Dream Gap 
Imagine looking out over a vast canyon. Everything you've ever wanted is on the other side, but there's a problem. The gap in between makes it feel impossible. In this signature talk and workshop, Vernon demonstrates how students can use "The 4Rs" as a bridge to reach their dreams. 

Results Oriented Teaching
  • ​Why must protect your dream at this critical stage in your development as a young adult.  
  • How to build a bridge using the "The 4Rs Framework" of Research, Resources, Repetition, and Results. 
  • The power of enrolling allies, friends, and mentors to help get across the finish line. 

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​Let's help empower the next generation of leaders today!