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“Everywhere you go, you need a mentor” — Nathifa Forde, NYC Her Future Founding Executive Director. Here at NYC Her Future, we take pride in championing and elevating programs dedicated to providing mentorship, access to funding, and job training to young women and girls of color in New York City. Last Thursday, during the State of The City Address, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced plans to expand mentorship and engagement programs for youth and we couldn’t agree more! Take a listen as our founding executive director shares her personal mentorship journey with young women at Seeds of Fortune Inc. College Prep Leadership Event. 🩷🧡💛 #SOTC25 #MayorAdams #NationalMentorshipMonth #SeedsOfFortune Sideya Sherman Natalia Diaz Fatima D. NYC Mayor's Office of Equity & Racial Justice Office of the Mayor of New York City

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, it's a reminder of the importance of diverse leadership in higher education. Leadership that reflects the cultural, ethnic, and experiential diversity of our communities is essential for fostering inclusive environments where all students can thrive. In the infographic below, we highlight 5 key benefits of having diverse leadership in higher education—from broader perspectives and improved student outcomes to increased innovation and trust. Let's continue working toward a future where diverse voices are represented at all levels of leadership. #HigherEdLeadership #HispanicHeritageMonth #DiversityInEducation #InclusiveLeadership #LeadershipMatters #EducationReform #EquityInEducation #ExecutiveSearchFirm #Recruiting

Reflecting on the Exhilarating Experience at HACR - Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR) Executive Programs! 🌟 Last week, I shared the phenomenal opportunity to speak at the HACR Executive Programs in #Atlanta. We celebrated and explored the unique challenges and triumphs of Latino / Hispanic executives in corporate America. The energy, passion, and commitment to leadership and excellence were truly inspiring. It was a powerful reminder that our heritage is not just a part of who we are, but a driving force behind our ability to lead with authenticity and impact. To all my fellow Latino and Hispanic leaders: keep pushing boundaries, breaking barriers, and leading with positive impact. Our stories are powerful, our contributions are invaluable, and our potential is limitless. Let’s continue to elevate each other and pave the way for future generations. I am confident you will appreciate a few nuggets of wisdom from outstanding leaders who shared their wisdom during the events: Cid Wilson – When you have been given the seat, you have the responsibility to speak!  Fear NOT your ambition. It’s not about fitting-in, but about standing-out… so you can become out-standing! Oscar Munoz – Know who you really are! Ana Dutra – The role of the Board is "NiFo": Nose In, Fingers Off! Lucinda Martinez – In marketing, getting the reach does not mean you are getting in touch. George Herrera – In supporting Latino pipeline, we must do the “push” up and the “pull” up. Gale King – Performance is expected. Value is added to it! @Michael Brown – Diversity may not happen in 6 months, but you can make it happen in 6 years! I was happy to share some guidance about the corporate journey: Make sure you embark in each of the three ships: #allyship, #mentorship, #sponsorhip”. To each of you who stand for the value of our differences, for equity in the opportunity for all to thrive, for supporting each other… To companies that value diversity and leadership, let’s keep the conversation moving forward! Let's make a positive impact together! #HACREP24 #IntenttoImpact #LatinoLeadership #HispanicExecutives #Leadership #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Latinidad #SpeakingEngagements #LeadershipCoaching Jon G. Muñoz Fernando Hernandez Jessica Kannya Juana Bordas Johanna Velasquez Danica Dilligard Elsa Jacqueline Roman, MBA Barbara Matos Lisette Garcia, Ph. D. (she/her/ella) Yai Vargas Sylvia Pérez Cash Vanessa Bowling Ajavon Jose Molina Elliott Segarra Ines Rodriguez Gutzmer Eduardo Martinez, Esq. Elizabeth Chalas Berman G. Fabricio Lopez Oscar Ramos Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq. Liliana Cevallos Esteban Arce Riqué Margie Leira Veronica Maldonado-Torres Christine Robles

🌟 **Empowering Diversity in the West Midlands** 🌟 On Tuesday, the #WestMidlands Regional Board on Race Inclusion came together to explore innovative approaches to diversity. We were fortunate to hear from Severn Trent on their impressive work linking ethnicity data to industry standards and overlaying it with geographical diversity. 🌍📊 🤝 **Key Insights:** 1. **Allyship Matters:** Having executive sponsors is essential for the success of any EDI group. Their support can make a significant impact.  2. **Earned Leadership:** EDI Group Chair positions are earned based on merit and commitment, not just volunteered for. This ensures dedicated and passionate leadership. 3. **Strategic Integration:** The overall EDI strategy is seamlessly interlinked with the business' broader strategy and vision, reinforcing its importance at every level. 🚀 A huge thank you to Alison Smith for sharing such valuable best practices and fostering a culture of information sharing. Together, we can drive meaningful change and build a more inclusive future. 🌈🤝 A huge thank you to our other business leaders who meet monthly to discuss such topics: Claire Foster. FCIPD, Rebekah Smallwood, Nadia Dabbagh-Hobrow, Carl O'Connor, Simon Raiye, Jack Kidder, Lucy Gosling, all under the great chairmanship of Pete Westall #Diversity #Inclusion #Allyship #Leadership #EDI #WestMidlands #BestPractices #Empowerment

LinkedIn Network, Check out this important conversation featuring one of my favorite people, Antoinette Malveaux!

DEI Didn’t Make Me—I Was Already Excellent!! So much is being said about DEI today, but the truth is, DEI didn’t create my excellence. That was instilled in me by my grandfather, who always taught us that we had to be two or three steps ahead. It was never about meeting the standard—it was about setting it. Look at today’s reports on where Latinos stand. The Latino Donor Collaborative highlights that Latinos in the U.S. represent the fifth largest economy in the world and we are a driving force in business growth, and education. Excellence isn’t new to us—it’s how we’ve always moved. DEI may have helped open clearer paths to success, but those of us in our roles today earned our place through merit, discipline, and vision. So when people talk about merit-based hiring—look at us. I see us. I see you. And we should all be seen. The days of waiting for a seat at the table are over. We own the table. It’s time we act like it—not because something external validated us, but because we’ve always been here, leading with excellence. DEI may be fading from corporate buzzwords, but our commitment to excellence? That will never fade. #LatinoExcellence #MeritMatters #WeOwnTheTable #LatinosLead #Leadership #RepresentationMatters #LatinoPower #BuiltOnExcellence #BeyondDEI #LatinoEconomy #LatinoSuccess #SeenAndHeard #StepAhead

In this episode, we sit down with Joanna McCrae, the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Client Solutions Director at PageGroup. Joanna shares her insights on the critical issue of the lack of diversity in Non-Executive Directorships (NEDs) and why it’s essential to address this imbalance. We delve into the challenges and barriers that have historically limited diversity in these roles and discuss the transformative impact that increased representation can have on organizations and industries. Joanna also highlights the initiatives and strategies that Page Group and ENABL (Empowerment Network for Asian & Black Leaders) are implementing to drive change. From mentorship programs to policy advocacy, we explore the practical steps being taken to empower underrepresented groups and foster a more inclusive leadership landscape. #diversity #inclusion #localgovernment #NED

In this third installment of the "Exploring Leadership Diversity in Educator Preparation Programs: An Asian/American Perspective” series, Nicholas Hartlep, Ph.D., and Rachel Endo, Ph.D., discuss the challenges faced by deans in education, highlighting the predominance of white faculty and leadership in educator preparation programs. https://lnkd.in/ewfaGwmr #diversity #inclusion #equity

"Politics, while it's part of our civic duty, was never intended in our system to be the center of life." - Mitch Daniels, Former Governor of Indiana and President Emeritus of Purdue University. Mitch joined Willy Walker for this week's #WalkerWebcast to discuss details of his notable career, including running for governor of Indiana and entering the higher education sphere, how he managed to find success in three distinct sectors, leadership lessons he's learned, and more. To watch the complete episode, visit https://lnkd.in/eM7ceWtK #Politics #HigherEducation #WeAreWD

Giving to Dallas Leadership Foundation not only lowers recidivism, it provides hope and opportunity for a second chance at a constructive and meaningful life. https://ow.ly/54oI50Trgwg #NorthTexasGivingDay