Diversity MBA Magazine - Fall 2008 - (Page 7)

In Your Own Hands … We did it! Our second annual Awards Gala and Leadership Forum was a tremendous success. Both the leadership forum and gala tripled in size, but more importantly the Executive and Emerging Diverse Leaders felt that the networking and leadership forums were uniquely excellent, and in some cases phenomenal. We also thank our 30 corporate partners for their commitment. Special thanks to Harley-Davidson (our lead sponsor), Verizon (our first multi-year sponsor) and American Airlines (our first Official Airline). Picture this: our event brought together some of the brightest minds in the country, which means we are birthing one of the most intellectually powerful networks today. We know exactly what we are building, but it is the investment of corporate America in its leaders that is making our event second to none and truly viable. In this issue, we want to share with you some of the extraordinary talent that conducted our forum sessions through our leadership articles. Not only is the information invaluable, but it also provides a serious critical thinking process that will allow you to share a similar experience. In the first quarter of 2009, we will be introducing webinars to further expand our reach to audiences to engage in our training - stay tuned! On a personal note, I would like to share with you the thread that connects my heart to this journey and the people that have shaped my life. First, let me say that God has blessed me every day of my life with extraordinary people that have left an imprint that has helped shape who I am today. Diversity and Inclusion have been a part of my life, all of my life. When I reflect on my early childhood days, I have fond memories of my neighborhood and my neighbors. Our next door neighbors were an Irish man with a Mexican wife who for many years spoke to us only in Spanish. The rest of the block had Filipino, Korean and Caucasian families, and the largest Baptist Church in town on the corner. We celebrated every culture and its celebrations everyday. And through these celebrations we became aware of the differences of the world around us. We played sports. When we played baseball in the middle of the unpaved street as children, we selected teams based on talent, not the complexion of our skin. I learned a long time ago that most people are good and are willing to follow a strong and fair leader. When I think about the world as it is and the world I grew up in, I want my children to appreciate the extraordinary world of diversity. We also live in a time of unlimited possibilities – especially now, with the first African American man as the President of the United States, Barack Obama. So I embrace the opportunity of a lifetime to reach a global inclusive audience that not only represents who I am but the world in which I live. Pam McElvane 7 June 2008 Top 1 0 0 Unde r 5 0 D i ve rse Le ade rs

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Diversity MBA Magazine - Fall 2008 Contents Letters to the Editor In Your Own Hands Editor's View Business Briefs Off the Shelf Diversity MBA 2008 Awards Gala and Leadership Forum "Diversity Next Practices" Illusion of Inclusion Good Is Not Enough Revisiting Your Personal Brand Discover Your Power Voice Authentic Leadership In An Ever-Changing Marketplace Stopping the Brain Drain: How Companies Can Keep Talented People of Color Corporate Succession Planning - How Do You Fit In? How To Manage Virtual Teams Beyond Demographics Recruit, Recognize, Retain, Reinvest – Winning the Talent Acquisition Game Leave Ego at the Door Modernizing Supplier Diversity Taking the Leadership High Road… When You Can Find It Think Boardroom Bound; It’s Happening Who's Who In Diversity Fail to Succeed 4-Star Start-Up, Chris Ward: Character Above All Get Them at Hello – Tips to Improve Your Marketing Kit Sonny Vu, Entrepreneur A World at Your Fingertips Big Brother Wants Your Bank Account Stepping Off The Corporate Ladder HR Focus with Monica Ross A Unique New England Vacation Bold Caballeros y Noble Bandidas Women of Color and Cancer: The Chicago Phenomenon Being Single Isn't Easy International MBAs Flock To U.S. Schools Smart Strategy Gadgets+Gizmos Advertiser's Index

Diversity MBA Magazine - Fall 2008

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