Latrina "SAM" Johnson is more than just an author; she is an expert empowerment speaker, competent leadership trainer, practitioner of trauma-informed care, accomplished CEO, and an exceptional single mother. A victor herself, she serves as a beacon of inspiration, motivating thousands to triumph over obstacles and emerge as winners in their own right.In her role as the founder and Chief Empowerment Officer at SAM-Speaking Above Mediocrity, LLC, SAM has created workshops, trainings, keynote speeches, and programs that have not only transformed the lives of numerous individuals but have also steered the course of numerous businesses in a new, positive direction.For more than twenty years, SAM has waveringly dedicated herself to the noble cause of empowering individuals—men, women, inner-city youth, and leaders worldwide—with essential spiritual and practical resources to cultivate lives marked by tangible results. She aims to eliminate mediocrity, break through barriers, and tackle generational family crises. SAM captivates her audiences with compelling presentations, delivering dynamic, inspiring, and actionable messages that ignite empowerment, enlightenment, and transformation. Her words leave listeners hungry for continued growth, eager to embark on the next stage of their journey.Growing up domestic violence smeared her reality. Her childhood was riddled with hurt, shame, fear, gross profanity, and verbal attacks that could dismantle even the strongest spirit. Though her family looked picture-perfect, it was quite the opposite. Concealing her torment behind a veneer, she endured years of profound psychological torment. She wrestled with the haunting specter of PTSD, navigating through harrowing nightmares that haunted each passing day until the age of nineteen.From her youth, she understood that the very weapon wielded against her could be transformed into a tool to elevate beyond the ordinary. She embodies Speaking Above Mediocrity. SAM is a dynamic presence known for delivering impactful keynote addresses that resonate with audiences, imparting evidence-based principles aimed at enhancing their lives. Additionally, she excels in coaching leaders, providing them with actionable strategies to lead their teams with efficacy. SAM consistently elevates the conversation in every endeavor, ensuring that her contributions transcend mediocrity and inspire meaningful change.