Arkevious Armstrong is a professional speaker, author, behavioral health specialist, and transformative mindset coach specializing in emotional resilience, leadership development, and personal growth. With more than a decade of experience working alongside schools, organizations, and community-based institutions. His work equips individuals with practical tools to strengthen confidence, improve decision-making, enhance communication, and navigate challenges with clarity and purpose. As the founder of Step Up To Leadership, Arkevious has led and supported programs serving youth, emerging adults, families, and justice-involved individuals across schools, detention centers, and community settings. His work has impacted hundreds of individuals annually, with a focus on leadership development, emotional awareness, accountability, and long-term stability. Arkevious’s dedication to community impact and leadership development has earned him recognition from local and regional organizations, including honors such as the Frederick Douglass Award and acknowledgment from Who’s Who in Black Charlotte. He has partnered with school districts, county agencies, nonprofits, and advocacy organizations on initiatives centered around violence prevention, reentry support, youth leadership, and social-emotional development. Known for his relatable delivery and results-driven approach, Arkevious blends professional training with lived experience to create authentic connection and meaningful transformation. He helps individuals identify internal and external barriers, shift perspective, and develop the awareness and accountability needed to move forward with intention, empowering them to lead more effectively, make healthier choices, and show up with confidence in both personal and professional spaces.