About the Founder

Debbie Carter-Dye

Founder of Kids in Super Shape (K.I.S.S. Club)/Motivational Speaker and Coach

Debbie Carter-Dye is a veteran middle school teacher with almost 30 years of experience. She graduated from Lincoln High School in East St. Louis, Illinois, and later earned a Bachelor’s degree from Tennessee State University, a Master’s degree from Mercer University, and an Education Specialist degree from Piedmont University. Debbie Carter-Dye is also a proud mother to Rusty Dye, a state record holder in Georgia for shot put and discus, who is currently pursuing a degree in Business at Clemson University while taking pilot lessons. She is married to retired marine Kendrick Dye, and they reside in the mountains of Cleveland, Georgia.

Debbie is driven by a mission to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young adults across America. Through her nonprofit organization, Kids in Super Shape (K.I.S.S. Club), she aims to eradicate childhood obesity, loneliness, depression, and mental health issues by revitalizing play and fostering a sense of community within America’s schools.

Please visit our “Be More Together” campaign to support Debbie's mission to restore play in schools and communities.

Completed Professional Courses:

  • Habit of Ferocity-Steven Kotler

  • Zero 2 Dangerous-Steven Kotler

  • Lifebook-Jon and Missy Butcher/Vishen Lakhkiani (Mindvalley)

  • Hero, Genius, Legend-Robin Sharma

  • Speak and Inspire-Lisa Nichols

  • The 5 Elements of Happiness-Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar

  • The Quest for Mastery-Dr. Sirkumer Rao

  • Total Self-Confidence Paul McKenna

  • Life Visioning Mastery-Dr. Michael Beckwith

  • Mastering Authentic Networking-Keith Ferrazzi

Certifications:

  • Coaching and Speaking Certification with The John Maxwell Team

  • Nonprofit Leadership and Management Certification from Capella University

  • Managing Happiness Certification from Harvard University

  • Double-Dutch Aerobics Certification in Atlanta, Georgia

Get The Power of Purpose

Are you looking for meaning and fulfillment? Do you often ponder, "Now what?" after achieving your goals? Have life's demands caused you to put your dreams on hold? I understand because I’ve been there too. But I found a way to break free.

In "The Power of Purpose," I share almost three decades of practical, research-based approaches to transform your life. Each chapter is packed with actionable steps to help you begin your quest for balancing achievement and fulfillment.

Who will benefit from reading this book?

Young adults starting out who need a guide to find lasting happiness and purpose.

  • Anyone seeking a new and effective approach to set and reach goals.

  • Those yearning to achieve abundance driven by passion, not just financial success or fame.

  • Individuals ready to restart** their lives because it's never too late.

If I, a girl from inner-city East St. Louis, Illinois, can develop and follow a roadmap for a purpose-driven life, so can you! Don’t wait.

Read "The Power of Purpose" and take control of your life today.

Buy today or contact Debbie to learn about coaching options, workshops, masterminds, Professional Development, Keynotes, and more.

Book Us

Carter-Dye delivers a fun and engaging workshop on how to turn your Passions into Purpose with the Cleveland GBI (Georgia Bureau of Investigation)

Are you Looking for a powerful and engaging speaker in the area of goal setting, managing happiness, avoiding burnout, or personal growth for your upcoming event or corporate training? Carter-Dye can deliver effective and inspirational keynotes or workshops that will leave attendees feeling energized and equipped to create the life they deserve.