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 Leadership & Equity: Guillermo Diaz, Jr.
From humble beginnings in Pueblo, Colorado to Founder and CEO of Conectado, Inc., Guillermo Diaz, Jr.’s story is one of perseverance, mentorship, and passion. As an entrepreneur, leader in corporate technology, and former Chairman of the Hispanic Technology Executive Council (HITEC), he has been driving change and opening doors for the next generation of Latino leaders in tech.
You can meet Guillermo at the Inclusive Leader Awards Dinner June 7, and on the following sessions at GlobalMindED:
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Opening Plenary June 8: The Future of Inclusive Work, Tech, Learning and Leading; From ChatGPT to OpenAI to AR/VR to Gaming
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Mentoring and Professional Development; Supporting Underrepresented Talent in Tech Thursday June 8 at 1:30
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In Demand Tech Skills Students Need to Know; Increasing Employability and Earning Power Friday at 11:10.
From the Classroom to the Boardroom:
Guillermo’s path to success was far from linear. After enlisting in the U.S. Navy at the age of 17, he gained invaluable knowledge in networking, telecommunications, satellite systems, and security. His navy service led to a scholarship that helped him secure a business degree from Regis University in Denver, where his passion for technology was ignited. His subsequent journey led him to Silicon Valley, where he launched his career at communications and technology companies like Alza Corp and Silicon Graphics. But it was at Cisco Systems, where Guillermo spent over 20 years, that he advanced to the position of Global Chief Information Officer, responsible for the company's IT organization and strategy. His exemplary leadership also propelled him to his current positions on the Boards of Directors for both
BlueShield of CA and Jack in the Box, where he contributes as a valued member of the board.
Championing Diversity and Giving Back:
Guillermo recalls, "When I got out to Silicon Valley, I was one of the only Latinos in technology. It felt a bit lonely but I had great sponsors and mentors that were not Latino but supported me.” Guillermo's commitment to giving back and fostering diversity within the technology industry has been an integral part of his journey. He developed Conexión, Cisco's Hispanic/Latino employee resource group, and was a key executive sponsor of the Veterans Network. These initiatives promoted visibility, advancement, and support for underrepresented groups. Guillermo's dedication to diversity also extended to serving as Chairman of the Hispanic Technology Executive Council (HITEC), an organization that strives to propel more Latinos into executive-level technology roles.
Entrepreneurship and Conectado:
After his successful tenure at Cisco, Guillermo launched a new entrepreneurial venture with Conectado. This digital AI/Web 3 gamified destination serves as a platform that connects individuals, educational institutions, social impact organizations, and corporations to increase representation and access to opportunities. Guillermo's vision is to create an immersive experience that combines digital, cultural, and human intelligence, fostering connections that transform. Through Conectado, Guillermo aims to build safer, simpler, and more sustainable connections that empower individuals and drive an economic impact on their lives.
Inspiring the Next Generation:
Guillermo recognizes the challenges faced by Latinos in the technology field and the need to increase representation. He emphasizes that success in technology is not solely about building technical skills but also about cultivating confidence, courage, connections, and effective communication. These attributes are crucial for the Hispanic community to thrive in the tech industry. Guillermo finds inspiration in the newer generations of Latino/as, who demonstrate exceptional digital literacy and a propensity for innovation. By embracing new technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Augmented and Virtual Reality experiences, and blockchain, Latinos can lead the way in shaping the future.
"Instead of worrying about being displaced by a robot, how about learning to program a robot?" Guillermo advises. He sees this as a roadmap for future generations to become successful in IT. "Taking the knowledge we already have as consumers and shifting it to become makers, creators, and owners. That's the big opportunity for us."
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Join us to Create a Capable, Diverse Talent Pipeline with Inclusive Leaders and Emerging Leaders:
Full Program For GlobalMindED June 7 (dinner) 8, 9
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Now it it’s 9th year, the GlobalMindED conference has become the hallmark of inclusive leadership for established leaders and emerging leaders who will chart the direction across disciplines, governments, industries and foundations in the future.
What makes GlobalMindED unique:
- Student voice and student participation
- Diversity of speakers - 300+ speakers, 70%+ are diverse
- Our community is dedicated to solving the greatest equity issues of our times, not just identifying them
- Every voice from every background is celebrated, appreciated and generously connected to those who can help. Leaders of all ages across sectors make themselves available to teachers, faculty and students
- Builds the bridge for students of all ages from education to employment and promotion pathways.
- Sessions reflect the new framework of learning and earning without traditional boundaries and hierarchies
- If you are an educational leader or faculty, you can attend and bring one or more students with you
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See the Complete Program below-scroll down to see all sessions.
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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
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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
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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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