Join us for an inspiring conversation with Misty Avila, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer of the James B. McClatchy Foundation, whose work is bringing “sunshine” to California’s Central Valley. ☀️ With over 15 years supporting nonprofits, Misty shares her journey from community organizing to funding initiatives that strengthen local journalism, multilingual education, and nonprofit leadership. […]
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Rudy Corpuz Jr., founder of United Playaz, a violence-prevention and youth leadership organization serving San Francisco’s SoMa community. Since 1994, United Playaz has supported the city’s hardest-to-reach youth through street outreach, case management, in-school services, recreational programs, and support for incarcerated young people. What began as Rudy’s effort […]
Join us for a powerful conversation with Carlos Kandia, a Sammie Award Winner and Artist of the Year recognized by the Midtown Association in Sacramento, California. A multi-genre singer, percussionist, dancer, actor, business owner, nonprofit leader, teacher, and father, Kandia has built an artistic career spanning over 15 years. Originally from Colombia, he has shared […]
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Armoni Easley, a Social Impact Entrepreneur and Empowerment Facilitator with over 16 years of experience making a difference in communities. As the Co-founder of Project Optimism, Inc., Armoni has helped shape the lives of thousands of youth through mentorship and leadership programs that foster growth, resilience, and purpose. […]
In this episode of In Our Tribe, we’re honored to welcome Lydia Ramirez, EVP and Chief Operating Officer at Five Star Bank. A corporate trailblazer and inclusive thought leader, she shares her journey through the financial sector, her passion for empowering women in leadership, and her commitment to creating space for Latinx voices. Named one […]
In this episode of In Our Tribe, we welcome Sergio Robles — Vice Mayor of Elk Grove, Senior Fellow of YDN’s Creciente Latinx Leadership Program, and member of the National Guard. Sergio opens up about his path to leadership, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and the importance of creating space for Latinx voices […]
We are so excited to share in this episode the important work that Afripeace from Sacramento is doing to provide life transforming experiences for youth through a cultural exchange program. The Youth Peace and Cultural Education Program aims to promote global education and conflict resolution among the youth through exchanges between US and African youth. […]
This episode is for all of our fellow hip-hop heads and aficionados! Paul Willis has been in the lab in Boston assembling his latest and greatest work, titled Hip Hop Leadership. Hip Hop Leadership is an album, book, and curriculum that focuses on 10 core values of hip-hop leadership. We are proud to endorse Hip […]
In episode 78 Adrian sits down with Clarissa Laguardia, Executive Director of The California Center for Civic Participation to chat about the importance of youth voice and leadership in the civic arena. Clarissa also shares her lens on leading during these interesting times and the importance of creating and staying in the community. Listen to […]
For the third installment of the Creciente Leadership Inspiración Series, Adrian is joined by author, actor, and owner of the largest collection of Chicano Art: Cheech Marin. Adrian and Cheech discuss his history with the arts, the importance of the Chicano Movement, and how we make sure we show up for ourselves and our community. […]
In this episode of in our tribe Adrian sits down with leadership extraordinaire Doni Blumenstock to discuss her journey as a leader of leaders and what is needed now more than ever to lead in this brave New World. Listen to the full episode here!
Have you heard about the amazing work being done by The Central Valley Journalism Collaborative (CVJC) which is fighting to protect the First Amendment by building a vibrant local free press? CVJC Executive Director, Alma Martinez and Executive Editor, Joe Kieta join Adrian to discuss how they are bringing real news back and engaging the […]