The Future of Work is Diverse, Inclusive, Just and Equitable
GlobalMindED closes the equity gap by creating a capable, diverse talent pipeline through connections to role models, mentors, internships for low-income students, returning adults, First Gen to college and inclusive leaders who teach them, work with them and hire them.
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Congratulations to GlobalMindED’s 2023 Inclusive Leader Award Winner for Higher Education: Carrie Billy
Rooted in her Navajo heritage and inspired by the challenges she faced growing up, Carrie Billy's journey has been dedicated to championing opportunities for Native American students. Living on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation in the White Mountains of Arizona, Carrie watched her single mother juggle the care of four children and provide for them through her work at the Indian Health Service. Her mother’s strength helped shaped her resolve, pushing her to become the first in her family to attend college. Although initially daunting, this experience expanded her worldview and deepened her understanding of the obstacles Native American students encounter. Empowered by this realization, she committed to making a difference for others facing similar struggles.
Carrie’s career path moved from college studies in journalism to law, a U.S. senator’s office, and the White House —culminating in her current role as the President and CEO of the American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC). Here she works tirelessly to ensure that tribal colleges, created by and for American Indians and Alaska Natives, receive adequate support and resources. The establishment of these institutions begins with tribal governments recognizing the need and exercising their sovereignty and self-determination. At AIHEC, Carrie closely collaborates with tribal leaders, congressional delegations, and key stakeholders to navigate the intricacies of federal funding and ensure the sustainability of these critical institutions.
As a leader, Carrie draws strength from her lived experiences, understanding that challenges can be transformed into catalysts for change. She believes that leadership requires empathy, cultural competence, and an unwavering commitment to the cause. Navigating the education and policy landscape as a Native American woman has endowed her with a unique perspective to lead AIHEC’s strong, driven, and compassionate staff on their important mission.
Inclusivity is at the core of Carrie's leadership. She strives to ensure that every voice is heard and valued, particularly those from marginalized communities. This commitment is critical, as AIHEC works toward the establishment of more tribal colleges, providing more Indigenous students with access to quality education.
Carrie believes in the power of collaboration and community engagement. Working closely with tribal governments she advocates for the sovereignty and self-determination of their people, ensuring their collective voice is heard at the highest levels of decision-making.
GlobalMindED's commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive community resonates with Carrie's goals as a leader. We hope Carrie’s GlobalMindED Inclusive Leader award opens doors to further collaboration and expansion of educational opportunities for Native American students.
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Join us in Denver June 7-9 for the Inclusive Leader Awards and GlobalMindED Conference 2023 |
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This unique event builds the bridge for students of all ages from education to employment and promotion pathways. If you are an educational leader or faculty, you can attend and also bring one or more students with you.
See the K-12, Higher Education, STEAM, Health, Global Work Skills, and Foundations & Funders tracks below.
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For more on the conference experience, watch this brief video by The PhD Project from the 2022 Conference
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Celebrate the 2023 GlobalMindED Inclusive Leader Award Winners With Us!
Wednesday June 7, Reception at 5:00 pm, Dinner and Awards at 7:00 pm to open the 2023 GlobalMindED Conference. Bring your co-workers, team, students, or friends as we honor these incredible leaders in 15 sectors - listed below. Corporate Sponsorship options begin at $5,000 a table and $250 for individuals. GlobalMindED conference registrants can attend the dinner for an additional $100.
You can use the QR codes below or register here for the dinner and the conference June 8-9
We will recognize the most inclusive leaders for their innovations and bold actions to promote access and equity for women, people of color, and underrepresented populations in their recruiting, development, in senior management, on their boards, and in their pipeline strategies from education to employment. It will be an evening to remember!
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We are delighted to announce the Inclusive Leader Award Winners:
Early Childhood Education:
Miriam Calderon, Chief Policy Officer, ZERO TO THREE
K-12 Education:
Dr. David Miyashiro, Superintendent, Cajon Valley Union School District
Higher Education:
Carrie Billy, President & CEO, American Indian Higher Education Consortium
Government:
Afua Bruce, Founder & Principal, ANB Advisory Group
Health & Wellness:
Dr. Elena Rios, President and CEO, National Hispanic Medical Association
Banking & Finance:
Hassan Salem, Head of Commercial Banking, U.S. Bank
Energy & Sustainability:
Mary Nichols, Professor in Residence, UCLA Institute of the Environment
Space & Aerospace:
Greg Robinson, Webb Space Telescope Program Director, NASA
Technology:
Michael Campbell, General Manager, EdTech Innovation & Transformation, Intel
Entrepreneurship:
Diego Mariscal, CEO and Chief Disabled Person, 2Gether-International
Media & Arts:
Mario Carrera, President & CEO, CLLARO
Foundations & Funders:
Nasruddin Rupani, Chairman, Ibn Sina Foundation, RUPANI Foundation
Non-Profit:
Kimberly Bryant, Founder, Black Girls CODE
Leadership & Equity:
Guillermo Diaz Jr., Founder & CEO, Conectado Inc
Global Impact:
Rosanna Durruthy, VP, Global Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging, LinkedIn
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Inclusive Companies Prioritize Diverse Talent: Register for the Industry Marketplace/Career Exploration Arena June 9, 2023 at GlobalMindED
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Join us for a Premier Screening of "Beyond Their Years" at GlobalMindED Thursday evening, June 8, 2023! |
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Herb Carnegie and Buck O’Neil, two social justice icons that blazed a trail in sport and changed the world.
Herb Carnegie (Hockey) and Buck O’Neil (Baseball) were trailblazers but were nonetheless
excluded from playing in the highest professional leagues of the sports they loved because of their race. Instead of becoming angry and bitter, they channeled the injustice they both experienced into pioneering work that made their respective sports, and the world, more inclusive.
“Beyond Their Years” captures the effort put forth by amazing allies of all races who worked in unison towards the long overdue recognition of these two remarkable lives. The film will tie together their legacies and what they mean today in a verité style feature that teaches, heals and humanizes.
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If you missed STEM Stars: Stellar Success Stories
STEM students need to see themselves in the leaders they can become. Dr. Ryan Ross interviews leaders who are role models for the emerging talent pipeline of STEM students who will lead our nation and our world.
You can meet many of these leaders at the conference June 7-9 in Denver.
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STEM Stars: Stellar Success Stories, a Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable presentation Click HERE to view
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Dr. Ryan Ross; Assoc. V. Chancellor Student Affairs, Equity, & Inclusion, Colorado Community College System
Praveen Mamnani, Co-Founder and CEO, Ninja Focus
Tommie Pittman, Founder and CEO, Global Diversified Biosystems
Trina Jefferson, Systems Engineer Sr, Lockheed Martin Missiles & Space
Natasha Herring, Senior Client Success Manager, EnergyHub
Patty Beach, Chief Executive Officer, LeadershipSmarts
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Female College Presidents: Breaking Barriers in Higher Education, a Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable presentation Click HERE to view
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Dr. Ryan Ross; Assoc. V. Chancellor Student Affairs, Equity, & Inclusion, Colorado Community College System
with:
Dr. Colleen Simpson, President
Front Range Community College
Dr. Cynthia Lindquist, President
Cankdeska Cikana Community College
Dr. Rochelle Ford, President
Dillard University
Sandra J. Doran, JD, President
Bay Path University
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