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Paul

I am many, many things: entrepreneur, professor, strategist, international development professional, mentor, former diplomat, lifeguard, paramedic, former wrestler, father

About Paul​
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I am many, many things: entrepreneur, professor, strategist, international development professional, mentor, former diplomat, lifeguard, paramedic, linguist (speak fluently 6 languages), black belt in martial arts, former wrestler, father, economist, and most importantly, I LOVE babies.

But more than anything, I love storytelling and believe there is power in stories. Stories and experiences allow you to connect with people and feel seen, heard, and validated. Through these stories, we get inspired, learn life lessons, and open our minds. It only takes ONE story and experience to change your life. Stories show us that we are NOT alone and that the world of potential is HUGE.

My purpose is to open the possibilities that help you to create the best story of your life and to know that you can achieve it – regardless of who you are, where you are from, or your circumstances.

I grew up in immigrant and first generation communities where I saw those around me drowning in their day to day. It was so difficult to see that there was a bigger world out there for them, full of amazing stories. My life and my work has centered on helping people see the range of possibilities that exist around them and understand that they are limitless. I am a firm believer that if people are given the opportunity to see beyond their immediate surroundings, to envision different outcomes for themselves, and to build the tools to get there, this alignment would drastically reduce inequality and conflict around the world. You would be willing to take the leap, live your true purpose, take action, and more importantly, be more open and compassionate to those around you.
I have dedicated my entire life to sharing stories and open possibilities to the world. With Esther, I want to show you that alignment is within your reach and that you deserve a life full of rich stories. Even better, once you become open to opening and pursuing your possibilities, you are so much better equipped to help others do the same.
You can become the vehicle that propels people and communities to think differently, to think big, to scale your impact more than you have ever thought possible. Being the boss of your life and living and sharing your stories can help your organization, business, team, family. And BONUS – you can even find a partner like I have that allows you to live your purpose and find the peace in your everyday life that comes from being fully aligned.
Dr. Rivera holds a PhD in Economics from University of Southern California and a BS from Texas A&M. He has been recognized globally as a strategist, speaker, and educator. He has worked with many NGOs, academia, national governments, civil society, donor organizations, companies, 1-1 clients, think tanks, and MORE.