“My goal is to be a trusted partner and problem solver for many clients tackling morale, employee retention, employee engagement, training, and development in the post-recession world.” Dr. Towanna Burrous, Ed.D. is the Founder and President of CoachDiversity Institute. She is a best-selling author, trainer, and an ICF professional certified coach (PCC) based in Washington, DC. As a much sought…
“There aren’t enough – not anywhere near – Asian-American faces up there to represent our population.” Sandra Oh is a Canadian/American actress best known for her role as Cristina Yang on Grey’s Anatomy. She has been recognized for talent and has won two Golden Globe awards among others for her acting. She is the first Asian to do, allowing her…
“[This work] is a way for me to feel connected with this larger sense of purpose; it’s a way for me to feel like I’m not waiting for the real world or that I’m postponing action. I’m being a part of a solution towards racial justice and equity.” Priya Vulchi is the co-creator of the non-profit organization called CHOOSE, which…
“I always think of life as a series of adventures and I like to be on the lookout for the next adventure.“ Digital native “Mich” Michelle Atagana is Head of Communications and Public Relations for Africa at Spotify. Previously the Editor of Burn Media, a multimedia digital publishing house where she ran Memeburn and Ventureburn, Mich has travelled extensively through…
“I am constantly learning and growing while being open to change and the challenge of new opportunities. I have learned the art of redirecting. And I know how to keep it moving when my current environment is no longer serving or supporting me.” – excerpt from From Ball Girl to CMO by Melissa Proctor Melissa McGhie Proctor joined the Atlanta…
“I believe in the role community banks play in the achievement of the American Dream and that financial wellness makes a difference in people’s lives.” Mary Kate Loftus is the Senior Vice President, Director of Digital for M&T. She joined the Bank in 2018 as the Head of Strategic Planning for the Consumer & Business Bank. Prior to M&T, Mary…
“I also serve as inspiration for the youth with the girl band Glitch, where my teenager daughter sings. We donate music, food and messages with high social value. We want to help this sensitive and vulnerable group. They need inspiration to make true their projects with purpose.” Dr. Patricia Colomine was born on December 30th, 1976 in Caracas, Venezuela. She…
“Economists are looking at our data to see what’s driving the labor market and what the trends are. As we think about a growth culture, we need to think about how we find the right talent to nurture that growth mindset. We believe that, to have a great customer base and customer experience, you have to start with a great…
“Work and money are not luxuries, and your children benefit in countless ways by having a proud, successful, financially comfortable mother. Go earn, and never look back.” Emma Johnson is a business journalist and the founder of Wealthysinglemommy.com, the world’s largest platform for single moms, and Moms for Shared Parenting, an activist organization aimed at making equally shared parenting the…
“We must find ways to end the epidemic of loneliness. We need to cultivate a connection mindset by helping others meet their needs for social activity and human engagements.” Renu Hooda is the Chief Talent Officer at Kinesso, an IPG company. With nearly fifteen years in the IPG network, her skills and passions focus on creating high-performing teams. After starting…
