DyNAMC Magazine: Diversity Unfiltered

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk with Carol Wang who is Using Technology for Social Good.   With the advent of technology, it is undeniable that our growth as a society is intricately linked to our technological inventions. However, for a system that serves a diverse populace, the institutions that produce the innovations often lack diversity. For app developer Carol Wang, the only way forward is through more diversity and inclusion. “Live your dream and wear your passion”, is the life mantra of Carol Wang, a young app developer and freshman Computer Science major at UC Berkeley. She shared with DyNAMC that she developed a passion for technology, specifically app development, after “realizing how much you can do with it.”  

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk with U.S. Representative Robin Kelly who is Making a difference through Information Technology.US Representative for Illinois's 2nd congressional district serves on the congressional IT Subcommittee which has oversight jurisdiction over Federal information technology (IT), data standards and quality, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure and acquisition, emerging technologies, privacy, cloud computing, data centers and intellectual property. Rep. Kelly shares her journey with DyNAMC from growing up in New York City, having worked in her family grocery store at eight years old through serving in leadership capacities as a counselor, government and eventually politics.

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk to Edie Fraser About her Equal Rights Journey to the Future of Technology.  Edie Fraser grew up in Atlanta, GA in the 50s. It was a time when women and minorities were repressed from basic rights. She felt a sense of comradery during the civil rights movement and witnessing discrimination led her to focus on diversity. In high school, she decided that she wanted to lead, and drive the advancement of equality. She shares her journey with DyNAMC.

Interview conducted by  Kathryn Aldridge. DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk with Deena Pierott who is Leading Technology, Hope, Education and Direction for America's Youth.Deena Pierott grew up in San Bernardino, CA, the youngest of four children. Ever curious about how things work, she was the risk-taker in the family. When she was twelve years old, she learned to drive by sneaking out in the middle of the night, driving her mom's car in the driveway. "I was the female version of Dennis the Menace," Deena shared with DyNAMC. She didn't realize then, that her boldness was indicative of an entrepreneurial spirit which served her well later in life when she launched the most innovative support and training technology program for youth in the country today.

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk with Dennis Williams A Technology Renaissance Man Who Is Shedding  Light on Silicon Valley. Co-Founder of Bando, a mobile platform targeted for urban culture, Dennis Williams is a true technology renaissance man as a developer, mentor, strategist and marketer. Whether or not it is common knowledge that one does not have to be a coder to make it big in technology, Dennis certainly dispels any myths in that area. He shares his journey with DyNAMC about the amount of publicity that is placed on gadgets and apps that we often forget the level of hard work of marketers, business developers and content writers who are responsible for bringing the existent of these innovations to the rest of the world. Dennis Williams gives us a peek at this world inside Silicon Valley.    

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In each issue of DyNAMC, we introduce our readers to some of America’s future leaders which we call DyNAMC Future Leaders.   In this issue triple Major, triple Scholar student Dolapo Martins University of Maryland Computer Science, Linguistics - Grammars and Cognition, Classics - Latin and Greek | Triple Degree Candidate, Class of 2018 and Kevin Hernandez a senior studying Geological Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison interview August 2017 Diversity in Tech cover feature Dept. of Energy D&I STEM Innovator Othalene Lawrence .                                                     

Interview conducted by Shellanee Brock DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode . . . . . We talk with Othalene Lawrence who has open doors and broken grounds new ground as a leader in the STEM Technology world as an Environmental Scientist, Certified Diversity and Inclusion Professional and Vice President Department of Energy Senior Diversity and STEM Program Lead – Othalene has also participated in the life changing study of the cultivating of Henrietta Lacks’ cells, but also investing in others by contributing her knowledge and technical experience with environmental policy making and advocacy.  DyNAMC got an insight on her perspective on inclusion and diversity; it is one that will put hope into any tough scenario.  

Interview conducted by Shar-Lee Davis. DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talked with Maurice Tomlinson about why Visibility in Liberty is so Critical. As Maurice Tomlinson puts it, the law is no silver bullet. However, where there is discriminatory legislation, visibility campaigns done by any minority group are at risk. It is not a secret that contact and conversation are the best ways to eradicate xenophobia, but without legislation providing a means of legal recourse, advocates are at risk. DyNAMC speaks with International renowned LGBTI Activist Maurice Tomlinson as to why changed legislation is necessary.

Interviewed by Shar-Lee Davis DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talked to Kaj Najee Gumbs- who is definitely a Millennial On The Rise - Contributing to the Political Process  Advocacy comes in many forms, and for some that is through direct contribution to policy making. Politicians have the power to shape policies that affect every aspects of our life. For Kaj Gumbs, he believes his efforts are best put to use by being a part of the political process that creates these policies. Kaj is a Morehouse College – 2017 student, NAACP Political Action Executive Board Chairman Youth and College Division DyNAMC Future Leader and Kaj served as a millennial panelist at the 2016 NAMCO Leadership Diversity Summit and he made such a great impression that he was included as a 2017 DyNAMC Men of Excellence. – Stay tuned for what he has coming up next. Don’t blink!     Save Save

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talked with Diversity & Inclusion Strategist, Movement Intellectual & Social Justice Advocate Albert E. Smith Jr.. Mississippi native, Albert E. Smith Jr. grew up in a small town outside of Natchez. At the age of 13, he began attending Piney Woods Boarding School, one of the three remaining Black boarding schools in the nation. Albert Earnest Smith, Jr.’s passion for justice and equality sits in the nexus of academia, community development, public policy and grass-root activism.  Albert moves continuously between polar worlds bridging, linking and mediating between groups and persons of varying cultural backgrounds.     

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode DyNAMC talks to Richard Chapman-Harris from across the pond about his Fight for Global Sustainable Diversity in the Workplace. Major changes are taking place globally with regards to the recognition of minorities in the workplace and it comes as no surprises that sustainable diversity comes up. It is not just enough to employ a few people from various ethnic backgrounds and call your company diverse. Organizations must respect and appreciate the talents; benefits and perspectives individuals bring to the table, in order to better serve a diverse society. Richard Chapman-Harris Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager hailing from London, England tells DyNAMC about the advantages to having diverse voices at the leadership table.        

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In each issue of DyNAMC, we introduce our readers to some of America’s brightest future leaders. In this episode DyNAMC Future Leaders Northern Arizona University Freshman and NAU Lumberjack Quarterback Rodney Thompson,   San Diego State University Sophomore and SDSU Cheerleader Angelica Gamez and Saint Augustine Junior and Saints Football teams Defensive Back Lamarr Thompson interview DyNAMC Magazine's May 2017 Men of Excellence cover feature Emmy winning film producer Teja Arboleda on diversity and leadership issues. Take note . . . .         Save

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode DyNAMC talks to Honorable Mickey Ibarra about The Power of Strategy for a Diverse Nation. Every nation has the right to defend its borders, but alienating those who seek to contribute does very little good. For Honorable Mickey Ibarra, who leads one of the largest, well respected Latino advocacy groups in the nation whose father came from Mexico during World War II to help with the reaping of crops, having diverse voices in politics is extremely important to nation building. He shares his journey with DyNAMC.

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we speak with Rafael Marrero about his role in The Synergy and Growth of Minority Businesses.Minority businesses often face many challenges on their way to building a noteworthy brand. CEO and founder of Rafael Marrero and Company tells DyNAMC how he navigated these tricky waters to become a fast growing business among those that have an established brand.    

Interview conducted by Shar-Lee Davis (no relation), DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode DyNAMC talks with Daryl Davis about The Power of Conversation “I Aint Never Scared”. Daryl Davis does tremendous work across this nation that most or all of us would be too fearful to undertake.  But Daryl says “I Aint Never Scared”.  He has been featured in movies TV shows and has a long history as a musician playing with legendary greats to include Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley and Percy Sledge.  What we discuss today is his activist work as it relates to diversity.  Often we exclude those who think, look and act different than we do on the basis that they have nothing to offer us. It is an unfortunate fact, that no change can take place without dialogue. Daryl Davis explains why inviting conversations and recognizing the diverse views in our society is the only way forward to building a stronger nation.    

Interview conducted by Kathyn Aldridge DyNAMC speaks with Teja Arboleda about the three M’s - Multiculturalism, Media and Mission one of DyNAMC's 2017 Men of Excellence. A true Renaissance Man, Teja (pronounced tay-ya) Teja Arboleda is the President and Creative Director of Entertaining Diversity, Inc. which focuses on diversity and inclusion programming through entertainment. He produces and edits documentaries for PBS and Discovery, and won an EMMY award in 1993 and three Telly Awards (2009, 2013, and 2017). Arboleda is African-American/Native-American-Filipino-Chinese & German-Danish and he grew up in Japan. In Arboleda’s charming and witty way he shares his journey with DyNAMC.    

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk to former NFL wide receiver #37 for the Miami Dolphins, Damarr Aultman. Long Island native Damarr Aultman uses three F’s: Faith, Father and Family as inspiration on and off the field. According to the former Miami Dolphin and current coach, his hard work and patience has helped to make his dreams of playing in the NFL come true because "Great things come to those that wait." He tells DyNAMC about his journey to the pros, his love of the game and the strength he draws from his family.   Save

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk to international activist Stephen Chukwumah on international HIV/AIDS activism and how it affects both the U.S. and Nigeria. The HIV/AIDS epidemic has been a global problem for many decades. However, where some countries have relatively functional systems and policies in place for dealing with it, others struggle to get governments to play a deeper role in combating the problem. DyNAMC speaks to international HIV/AIDS advocate Stephen Chukwumah on his work in and outside of Nigeria.  

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we spoke with Vivian Rodriguez who reveals her mission in life and how she helped improve LGBT relations in the New York Police Force. A career law enforcement officer, Vivian Rodriguez is a native New Yorker who served for 21 years on the NYPD in riot training, the narcotics division and doing undercover work. But she's also a passionate and committed advocate for LGBT rights and shares her journey with DyNAMC.    

DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we spoke with writer and editor, Ben Ryan, on HIV/AIDS and the different avenues to combat the epidemic. It has long been a sad fact that there is a stigma surrounding HIV and the LGBTQI community. For activist Ben Ryan, starting the conversation to educate and inform others has been a lifelong passion to which he stays true. He told DyNAMC about his work with various foundations, AIDS drugs on the market, and changes to policy that could help to combat an ever present health problem.     Save