Meet Dr. Brenda Combs

Dr. Brenda Combs is a distinguished educator and motivational speaker whose journey from homelessness to success has inspired audiences nationwide. Once a homeless addict living on the streets of Phoenix, Dr. Combs endured unimaginable hardship, including physical and emotional trauma.

Her experiences on the streets, including being beaten, shot, stabbed, and raped, were part of her dark journey. However, she found the strength to rebuild her life and has since transformed herself into one of the most sought-after speakers and educators in the country.

Her powerful message of resilience, hope, and transformation has earned national recognition.

Dr. Combs has been featured in Reader’s Digest, appeared on The Today Show, and CNN News, and has been invited to speak at renowned venues, including the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. She is a vocal advocate for the homeless and a passionate supporter of domestic violence awareness.

Key Achievements:

  • Doctorate in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in education

  • Honored by Former First Lady Laura Bush

  • Recognized as a Distinguished Teacher

  • Nationally recognized for overcoming homelessness and addiction

  • Featured in Reader’s Digest, CNN News, and The Today Show

  • Selected by the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury as an "Arizona Woman of Inspiration" (for two consecutive years)

  • Ambassador for the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's "Power to End Stroke" campaign

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