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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Championing Inclusive Leadership: Meet Founder & CEO of the DEI Leadership Institute Maria Putnam
Continuing GlobalMindED's feature of Latinx voices for Hispanic Heritage Month.
What is your personal/professional story?
I was born in Bogota, Colombia and throughout my life, I have achieved business success through deep connections with people and cultures, with more than 20 years of experience supporting effective Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs and initiatives. I received my master’s degree in Community Education and a Principal License from the Colorado Department of Education.
For many years, I have developed and led inclusive practices for hiring committees, organized global leadership conferences, and guided major corporate clients (Comcast, Cisco, Ericsson, Coors, Starz Entertainment) with DEI marketing strategies and campaign execution to reach target markets in Hispanic, Black, and Asian communities.
As a leader in education, I've had the opportunity to develop leaders through global international studies programs and supported the career growth of minority candidates in teaching, social services, and administrative leadership for Denver Public Schools, in partnership with the International School Network and the Asian Education Advisory Council.
Valuing people has enabled me to build a strong network in the business community and partnerships with nonprofit and social service organizations. Being fully bilingual and multicultural has helped me to build many connections.
A big part of being an active community leader has led to frequent conference speaking engagements and multiple board positions including the Global Chamber where I have been a global advisor since 2015.
I have also served as the DEI advisor to the City of Denver Global Landing Pad, a business acceleration program that seeks to assist foreign companies to validate their fit with the U.S. market and explore opportunities in Denver.
My work in community service has been recognized and published by the national and international media. In 2019 I was the recipient of the Champion Award for leadership in the Global Chamber and my activities as an immigrant businesswoman in Denver were the subject of a feature article in the Denver Business Journal.
My team and I developed the DEI Leadership Institute to develop and support leaders who have the skills, knowledge, and heart to be effective agents of change for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The Institute offers an online self-paced advisor-supported DEI Master Practitioner Certification Program. It also recently held its inaugural DEI Annual Conference to an audience of over 300 DEI leaders and supporters.
What key moments in your life led you to where you are today?
My work in administration at one of the biggest majority-minority student school districts showed me that appointing and enabling the wrong leaders can perpetuate discriminatory and oppressive conditions rather than providing freeing and inspiring environments for all children.
That experience inspired me to create an educational program to instill a broad compassion for the life experiences of others and provide Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion knowledge, tools, and education such that leaders can make DEI change wherever they are.
Where does your passion to serve come from?
I am fundamentally motivated by a sensitivity towards the needs of people and working toward meeting some of those needs. It has taken the form of work with homeless programs, HIV programs, providing hospice care, particularly for Spanish-speaking patients as well as aligning community service organizations with the particular needs of a multi-racial community. The common theme is seeing that work can be done to improve the lives of people.
How can GlobalMindED help you reach your goals?
The DEI Leadership Institute and GlobalMindED have already been partnering, supporting the efforts of both parties to do good in our community.
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GlobalMindED/FSUN Special Event at the U.N.
Thursday, October 12th 10:00-4:00
Transforming Financial Boundaries in Education, the Environment, and the Economy
United Nations DDR
New York City
If you are a leader at a district, college, company, non-profit, or foundation supporting GlobalMindED’s Tenth Anniversary event in Denver on June 17 (pre-conference, Inclusive Leader Awards dinner) 18-19 (conference) 2024, you are eligible to attend.
Write Celestegardner@globalminded.org or call our office at 303-327-5688 to reserve your space
Complete Program Below:
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GobalMindED's
Hispanic Heritage Month Event
Latino Leaders Breaking Boundaries and Barriers: Fuerza y Fortaleza
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Introduction by:
Paulette Tate, Chair of the Board, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Denver
The founder of Cantilever, a company specializing in business and leadership development, Paulette is a global executive, entrepreneur, and leader with over 30 years of expertise in business development, operations, and executive management. Serving on a variety of boards and advisory committees, Paulette’s skills in strategic planning, finance, risk management, and relationship building make her a visionary leader in the international business world.
Panel Leader:
Elizabeth Suárez, Leadership & Negotiation Strategist, Avanza Business Group
Elizabeth collaborates with organizations across various industries on complex and sensitive matters, using her unique blend of respect, humor, and honesty. Her straightforward approach inspires her clients to take action and put into practice what they have learned, to positively impact their lives. Elizabeth has motivated thousands of professionals to become transformative leaders through her best-selling book, The Art of Getting Everything, as well as her media appearances and keynote speeches across the U.S., Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
With:
Diego Mariscal, CEO and Chief Disabled Person, 2Gether-International
As the leader of 2Gether-International, Diego has collaborated with corporations like Google, Blackboard, McKinsey, and Comcast NBC Universal, as well as the U.S. Dept. of State and the Organization of American States to frame disability as an asset for startups and entrepreneurs. He has been recognized by the Waldzell Institute in Vienna as an Architect of the Future and by the British Council as a Global Changemaker. Born with Cerebral Palsy, he represented Nuevo Leon in the Mexican National Paralympics. Diego is also the 2023 GlobalMindED Inclusive Leader Award winner for Entrepreneurship.
Christina Trujillo Privacy Officer, Legal Department, Sony Electronics
With decades of experience as an auditor in the financial services industry, and a background in ethics, compliance, and IT governance, Christina earned her Certified Information Privacy Professional certification. She has been with Sony for over 16 years and is now the Sony Electronics’ Privacy Officer. Christina was recently inducted into the Samurai Society, the highest honor one can achieve at Sony, and she is constantly involved with numerous volunteer organizations.
Dr. Jose Morey Chief Executive Officer, Ad Astra Steam Media
The Founder of Ad Astra Media, Dr. Morey provides role models and educational STEAM content to encourage more diversity in STEAM-related fields. He is the Chief Medical Officer for Ever Medical and is a health and technology keynote speaker, author, and consultant for NASA, Forbes, MIT, and the White House Office of Science and Technology. He is considered a leader in exponential technology innovation and excels at leading multidisciplinary teams that sit at the epicenter of biotechnology, AI, and aerospace.
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Highlights from the 2023 GlobalMindED Annual Conference this past June:
Read What Speakers and Attendees said about the GlobalMindED 2023 annual conference:
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PBS12 Denver filmed and live-streamed the GlobalMindED Inclusive Leader Awards on June 7th as well as our main stage plenaries and presentations on June 8th. You can find them all individually on the GlobalMindED YouTube channel.
Here are links to the 2023 GlobalMindED Inclusive Leader Award Winners' introductions and acceptance remarks:
Miriam Calderon, Chief Policy Officer, ZERO TO THREE: Inclusive Leader - Early Childhood Education
Dr. David Miyashiro, Superintendent, Cajon Valley Union School District, Inclusive Leader - K-12 Education
Carrie Billy, CEO, American Indian Higher Education Consortium: Inclusive Leader - Higher Education
Afua Bruce, Founder & Principal, ANB Advisory Group: Inclusive Leader - Government
Dr. Elena Rios, President & CEO, National Hispanic Medical Association: Inclusive Leader - Health & Wellness
Hassan Salem, Head of Commercial Banking, US Bank: Inclusive Leader - Banking & Finance
Greg Robinson, James Webb Space Telescope Project Director NASA (ret): Inclusive Leader - Space & Aerospace
Mary Nichols, Professor, UCLA Institute of the Environment, Inclusive Leader - Energy & Sustainability
Michael Campbell, General Manager, Education Division, Intel: Inclusive Leader - Technology
Diego Mariscal, CEO & Chief Disabled Person, 2Gether-International: Inclusive Leader - Entrepreneurship
Mario Carrera, President & CEO, CLLARO: Inclusive Leader - Media & Arts
Nasruddin Rupani, Chairman, Ibn Sina Foundation: Inclusive Leader - Foundations & Funders
Rosanna Durruthy, VP, Global Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, LinkedIn: Inclusive Leader -Global Impact
Kimberly Bryant, Founder & CEO, Black Innovation Lab; Black Girls Code: Inclusive Leader - Non-Profit
Click below to see Insights from GlobalMindED Leaders:
View the Main-stage Presentations:
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Would you like to give to support our student programs? You can scan the QR code below or go to our website to support our year-round programs. GlobalMindED is a 501(c)(3).
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Thank you to all of the Sponsors, Speakers, Students, and Attendees at GlobalMindED 2023
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