With over a decade of experience in addiction recovery and mental health, Markita Renée is not your typical facilitator—she’s a force. A certified QPR instructor, transformational speaker, and recovery coach, Markita leads with heart, expertise, and unshakable purpose. Her presentations don’t just inform—they ignite action.

A respected voice across the tri-state area, Markita guides individuals, schools, and organizations through adversity, turning crisis into opportunity. Her unique ability to combine evidence-based strategies with raw, authentic storytelling sets her apart in every room she enters.

As a spiritual woman and devoted single mother of two teens, Markita’s journey from emotional trauma, homelessness, and opioid addiction to self-healing and empowerment fuels her mission: to help others reclaim their truth and rise.

She is the National BIPOC Facilitator for SMART Recovery and proudly serves as Secretary for The Next Level Speakers Academy NY/NJ Chapter. Her leadership and advocacy continue to resonate—breaking barriers, sparking conversations, and driving meaningful change.