KLSpeaks Spectrum Voices: Inspirational Talks
Through lived experience, practical education, and honest conversation, Kelvin and LaRita help audiences build greater understanding, inclusion, self-advocacy, and hope.
Signature Talks:
Navigating Autism As A Team: A Mother-Son Perspective
A lived-experience keynote or workshop for parents, educators, and professionals on building family-centered systems for executive function, self-advocacy, and successful transitions to adulthood.
Beyond the Job Description: Navigating Industry as an Autistic Senior Data Scientist
Lessons in communication, collaboration, self-advocacy, and meaningful contribution.
It's More than Academic Ability-Beyond the Grades!
The systems, support, and self-advocacy students need to thrive in college and STEM.
Answering Autism: My Jeopardy Journey!
What a national stage taught me about identity, advocacy, pressure, and possibility.
As seen on Inside Edition, CBS42, 11ALIVE, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, AUTISM SPEAKS, THE JEOPARDY FAN, YAHOO NEWS, 13WMAZ, THE AUTISM SITE, THE MIGHTY, FACEBOOK, YOUTUBE
Kelvin and LaRita are available for presentations together or separately and are customized to your needs.
We will give your audience more than inspiring words but motivate them to TAKE ACTION! This is a transformational experience!
What Families & Professionals Say:
"Kelvin and LaRita story served as a powerful reminder that when families and individuals with autism view one another as partners, challenges can become opportunities for shared growth and possibility. Their presentation encouraged us to rethink our roles in care and ensure that individuals with autism remain at the center of the team!"
Gracie Fischer, UAB LEND-2026 Alabama Autism Conference attendee
"I was deeply moved by your family's story and by the wisdom you shared from your experiences. Your willingness to be open about both the challenges and the victories was incredibly meaningful. Please know that your words made an impact and will continue to influence the way I support and encourage my children. Thank you again for sharing your story and your hearts with us."
Alexis Blaydoe, Vestavia Hills Methodist Church-Parent Support Group/The Autism Parent
"Receiving input from the perspective of someone with Autism was a valuable aspect of this conference."
"I enjoyed learning about Dr. Kelvin, he didn't allow his disability to limit him."
"The conference was most informative in particular the presentations by Kelvin and LaRita Smith."
"It was valuable gaining the first-hand experience of a parent and an adult navigating autism together."
