Kelvin Pruitt, creator of MentaLIFE, is on a mission to empower people to live the life they truly desire and to connect people who believe in the ongoing pursuit of becoming their best, most authentic selves. Through his research-backed framework, MentaLIFE supports individuals of all ages across the nation with practical tools, strategies, and practices designed to promote a happy, healthy, high-quality life—with mental wellness at the core. Whether you're working toward a personal goal, striving to improve your overall well-being, or simply seeking to elevate your daily life, we here to support and coach you every step of the way.
About
Kelvin Pruitt
Wellness Advocate, Educator, Entrepreneur, NonProfit Leader
Kelvin Pruitt, a Lansing, Michigan native, holds a master’s degree in Counseling and is the founder of MentaLIFE. He began creating MentaLIFE in 2015 with a clear purpose: to provide a vehicle for people to improve their mental wellness. Recognizing a gap in resources that empower mental wellness, Kelvin created a platform dedicated to education, support, and growth. Since 2017, Kelvin has continued to reach hundreds of people through workshops and events, passionately advocating for mental wellness and equipping others with tools to thrive.
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Kelvin is a former educator with 17 years of experience, having dedicated his entire career to serving inner-city Title I schools. In addition to his background in education, Kelvin is a passionate entrepreneur. He is the founder of Isle Hospitality Group, the parent company of Montego Bay Tour in Montego Bay, Jamaica, and Holliday Seasoning, based in his current home of Tampa, Florida.
Since 2020, Kelvin has served as the founding president of The New Standard Group, a 501(c)(3) organization that brings together men committed to uplifting their communities. Under his leadership, the group has spearheaded initiatives aimed at closing the opportunity gap for under-served high school students—focusing on financial literacy, college and career exploration, and most importantly, mental wellness.
"For the past decade, Coach P has coached me both on the field and in life. His most valuable coaching in my life focused on my mindset and my mental wellness. I highly recommend Coach P to anyone that wants to improve their mental wellness and get the most out of life".
- Xavier Hutchinson, Houston Texans