From overcoming adversity to becoming an award-winning engineer and transformational speaker, Cartis D. Best is a living testament to the power of resilience, leadership, and purpose-driven success.

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Raised in a single-family household in Clayton County, GA, and spending part of his childhood living in a converted garage in California, Cartis learned early on that adversity can either define you or refine you. Determined to break barriers, he became the first engineer in his family—earning a degree in electrical engineering and receiving the prestigious Black Engineer of the Year Award for Student Leadership.

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Now, as a sought-after speaker, Cartis brings a unique blend of engineering precision and leadership insight to inspire corporate teams, educators, and aspiring leaders. His proprietary B.E.S.T. Leadership Framework—focusing on Boldness, Emotional Intelligence, Strategy, and Tenacity—equips individuals with the tools to navigate challenges, lead with impact, and turn setbacks into stepping stones.

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Whether leading a classroom to success after the loss of a professor, commanding the stage at national conferences, or coaching professionals on leadership adaptability, Cartis is proof that true leaders are forged in adversity, not born into privilege.

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Today, as a proud husband and father, Cartis continues to shape the future—both as a leader in his industry and as a mentor to those ready to step into their greatness.