Maria Baltazzi

Happiness Explorer and award-winning author of “Take a shot at happiness: how to write, direct & produce the life you want” (2023), Maria guides readers and travelers on a journey towards a more intentional and conscious life. With an Emmy-winning background as one of the original supervising producers for CBS’s Survivor and expertise as a wellbeing teacher and luxury travel designer, she brings a unique blend of creativity and mindfulness. Holding an MFA in film and a PhD in Conscious-Centered Living, Maria encourages individuals to embark on an inner exploration through journaling and phone photography. Based in Los Angeles, her adventurous and philanthropic pursuits, including epic treks and charity walks on every continent, inspire those seeking their best life.