Mark Travis Rivera
The Professional Storyteller
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Mark
The Professional Storyteller who is embracing the power of stories to create a more inclusive world.
Core Values
Every
day,
we will:
Authenticity
Every day, we choose to show up, be seen, and be heard for exactly who we are, as we are—imperfect as that may be. We embrace vulnerability and foster an environment that holds space for our shared humanness. We do not hide or mask up or leave parts of our humanity or stories at the entryway, wherever we may be doing the work.
Clear Communication
Every day, we strive to be clear, consistent, and constructive in our communication. We are honest with ourselves and one another about our capacity and need for support. We believe that the foundation of all understanding is the ability to speak openly and communicate with care.
Wellness
Every day, we commit to caring for ourselves and prioritizing our wellness as we engage in the work. We cultivate the ability to show ourselves and others grace while making space for laughter, learning, empathy, and rest.
Authenticity
Every day, we choose to show up, be seen, and be heard for exactly who we are, as we are—imperfect as that may be. We embrace vulnerability and foster an environment that holds space for our shared humanness. We do not hide or mask up or leave parts of our humanity or stories at the entryway, wherever we may be doing the work.
Clear Communication
Every day, we strive to be clear, consistent, and constructive in our communication. We are honest with ourselves and one another about our capacity and need for support. We believe that the foundation of all understanding is the ability to speak openly and communicate with care.
Wellness
Every day, we commit to caring for ourselves and prioritizing our wellness as we engage in the work. We cultivate the ability to show ourselves and others grace while making space for laughter, learning, empathy, and rest.
Podcasts
by
Mark
Mark Travis Rivera is not just a storyteller—he’s a curator of courageous conversations. Mark invites listeners into spaces where identity, artistry, and activism collide through his podcast creations. Each podcast reflects his deep commitment to storytelling, equity, vulnerability, and truth-telling.
Choreography
For Mark Travis Rivera, dance is more than art—it’s activism in motion.
As a disabled choreographer and trailblazer in the dance world, Mark uses movement to challenge norms, tell untold stories, and reimagine what bodies can do on stage.
From contemporary solos to full ensemble pieces, Mark’s choreography is rooted in storytelling, emotive movement, and inclusion.
His work centers disabled, queer, and BIPOC bodies, inviting audiences to witness performances that are as powerful as they are poetic.
Speaking
Whether it’s a keynote, panel, workshop, or fireside chat, Mark Travis Rivera brings a powerful presence that blends personal storytelling, lived experience, and bold insight.
With a unique ability to connect across audiences, Mark speaks candidly about leadership, disability justice, LGBTQ+ identity, and the power of authenticity.
From corporate spaces to college campuses, Mark tailors each talk to meet the moment—inviting audiences to reflect, unlearn, and reimagine what’s possible.
Mark is the voice you’ve been waiting for if you’re looking for a speaker who will challenge, inspire, and ignite meaningful change.
Let’s build a braver, more inclusive world—one story at a time.
Mark Travis Rivera captivates audiences with stories that break barriers and build bridges. Drawing from his lived experience as a disabled, queer Puerto Rican man, Mark weaves personal narrative with broader social justice themes to inspire transformation and connection.
His talks explore the intersections of identity, inclusion, and leadership, inviting listeners to embrace vulnerability and authenticity in their own lives. Whether delivering keynotes, participating in panels, or leading interactive workshops, Mark creates a space where challenging conversations become opportunities for growth and collective healing.
Transform your workplace culture with actionable strategies for equity, inclusion, and psychological safety.
Mark Travis Rivera’s interactive, customizable trainings are built for organizations ready to move beyond buzzwords and foster real, lasting change. These 60–90 minute sessions empower teams to lead with empathy, confront bias, and create braver work environments where everyone can thrive—no matter their identity or lived experience.
Allyship @ Work*
There are many ways to show up and be an ally at work. This session will empower individuals to use their positionality and privilege to amplify, bring awareness to, and support their colleagues who belong to marginalized communities. This training will provide tactics for being an ally and unpacking unconscious bias.
Gender Expression & Inclusion in the Workplace
Someone’s gender identity and expression impact how they show up in the workplace. This session will highlight the workplace disparities transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming (TNBGNC) folks face and how workplaces can better support TNBGNC employees.
Intersectional Approach to DEI in the Workplace
While many workplaces focus on gender, race, and sexuality related to DEI-centered workplace culture, many companies approach the work in a way that doesn’t acknowledge the full humanity of the people who make up their teams. This training introduces the framework of intersectionality and how the concept should be used to embed DEI in an organization.
Creating Braver Work Spaces
While we can not guarantee safe spaces, we can build a workplace culture that allows room for folks to be brave. Unfortunately, for people of color, disabled, and LGBTQ+, microaggressions at work make it hard to show up authentically. This session provides strategies for fostering a workplace that makes everyone feel psychologically safe.
We always take a client-centered and customized approach to our services so that we can meet our clients’ specific needs.
All workshop sessions are interactive, customizable, and run for 60-90 minutes.
Coping with Shame
Based on Dr. Brené Brown’s research, this workshop explores issues and aspects of our identities that often make us feel shame and ways to cope with shame constructively.
Embracing Yourself, Embracing Your Potential
The premise of Mark’s TEDx Talk, this workshop discusses intersections of identities, particularly those historically underrepresented within the LGBTQIA2S+ movement, and how one’s acceptance of those identities can unlock the potential for a successful career.
The Power of Storytelling
Stories connect us. They can inspire and drive change in communities. This workshop introduces the foundations of storytelling and how one can find one’s voice.
Where the Lines Collide
Existing within multiple marginalized identities can be difficult to navigate. This workshop helps people learn how to manage the conflicts that may arise as a multi-marginalized person by developing dialogue that focuses on issues of race, gender, sexuality, socio-economic class, education, and other aspects of one’s identity.