October 25th & 26th, 2024

11:00 AM - 4:30 PM EST

Inclusive Cultural Leadership Summit!

Bridging Differences, Building Unity: A Pathway to Inclusive Excellence

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Inclusive Cultural Leadership Summit

Early Bird Registration

Secure your spot now with the Early Bird Price of $97 before prices increase to $197!

What You’ll Gain:

Exclusive Access: Hear from top leaders on how to embed inclusivity in your leadership style.
Interactive Workshops: Apply the knowledge in real-time during hands-on sessions.
Leadership Certificate: Receive a certificate upon completion to showcase your new skills.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals committed to inclusivity.

Total value: ~~$197~~

Early Bird $97

Why Attend the Inclusive Cultural Leadership Summit?

Purpose:

^{The Inclusive Cultural Leadership Summit}^{is designed to take you on a transformative journey from acknowledging diversity to actively cultivating an inclusive culture where every voice is valued. In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, inclusivity isn’t just a box to check—it’s the key to driving innovation, enhancing team performance, and fostering a culture where everyone thrives.}

^{Through expert-led sessions, interactive discussions, and hands-on workshops, this summit provides leaders with the tools they need to turn diversity into a powerful driver of organizational success.}

Summit Objectives:

By the end of this summit, participants will:

^{Raise Awareness:}^{Gain a deeper understanding of the importance of cultural diversity and how celebrating differences can lead to stronger, more innovative teams.}
^{Identify Barriers:}^{Recognize common obstacles to inclusivity and learn strategies to overcome them within your organization.}
^{Develop Inclusive Leadership Strategies:}^{Learn actionable leadership approaches that foster an environment where all voices are heard and valued.}
^{Create a Culture of Belonging:}^{Move from awareness to action with tools and techniques that help build environments where every individual feels a sense of belonging and empowerment.}
^{Leverage Diverse Perspectives:}^{Understand how to harness the potential of diverse teams to drive organizational growth and achieve lasting success.}

Who Is This Conference For?

The Inclusive Cultural Leadership Summit is ideal for:

^{Healthcare Leaders:}^{Administrators, nursing leaders, HR professionals, and diversity officers aiming to improve patient care and collaboration through inclusive leadership.}
^Educators:^{School administrators, university faculty, and DEI officers seeking to create inclusive learning environments.}
^{Business Leaders and Managers:}^{Executives, managers, and HR professionals looking to embed inclusivity into their leadership approach and organizational culture.}
^{Nonprofit Leaders:}^{Professionals in the nonprofit sector who are passionate about fostering inclusivity and driving social change.}
^{If you are committed to creating a more inclusive, dynamic, and innovative workplace, this summit is for you.}

What to Expect:

Over the course of two days, you will:

^{Participate in engaging keynote addresses and expert-led workshops on inclusive leadership strategies.}
^{Join interactive breakout sessions where you can network, share ideas, and collaborate with leaders from various industries.}
^{Experience live Q&A sessions with industry experts and get personalized insights on your most pressing questions.}
^{Earn a Leadership Certificate upon completion of the summit to showcase your commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.}

Agenda:

Day 1: October 25, 2024

^{11:00 AM – 11:15 AM:}^{Welcome & Opening Remarks (Moderator: Farai Gundan)}
^{11:15 AM – 12:00 PM:}^{Fireside Chat Keynote: Dr. Eunice Gwanmesia – "From Diversity to Dynamism: Unleashing the Power of Inclusive Culture"}
^{12:10 PM – 1:00 PM:}^{Featured Speaker: Dr. Stephanie McClellan – "Nursing Leadership in Transforming Healthcare through Inclusive Innovation"}
^{1:15 PM – 2:00 PM:}^{Featured Speaker: Dr. Julius Mullen – "Transforming Leadership through Trauma-Informed Inclusive Innovation"}
^{2:20 PM – 3:05 PM:}^{Featured Speaker: Aubrey Cruz – "Breaking Free: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs to Build Inclusive Leadership"}
^{3:15 PM – 4:15 PM:}^{Breakout Sessions & Networking}

Day 2: October 26, 2024

^{11:00 AM – 11:15 AM:}^{Welcome & Opening Remarks (Moderator: Farai Gundan)}
^{11:15 AM – 12:00 PM:}^{Fireside Chat Keynote: Arrey Obenson – "Building Inclusive Excellence: A Blueprint for Transformative Leadership"}
^{12:15 PM – 1:00 PM:}^{Featured Speaker: Gemma Lowery – "The Power of Connection: Using Community and Technology to Build Inclusive Networks"}
^{1:15 PM – 2:00 PM:}^{Featured Speaker: Dr. Linda Nkwenti – "Navigating Leadership and Service as an Immigrant"}
^{2:20 PM – 3:05 PM:}^{Featured Speaker: Mariama Sahid – "Empowering Women for Leadership in Peacebuilding: A Pathway to Inclusive Governance"}
^{3:15 PM – 4:15 PM:}^{Breakout Sessions & Networking}

Keynote speaker

Dr. Eunice Gwanmesia

Founder & CEO of Eunity Solutions

Dr. Eunice Gwanmesia is a transformative leader and a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). As the founder and CEO of Eunity Solutions, she partners with executives and organizations to develop inclusive cultures that foster innovation, leadership, and a true sense of belonging. Drawing from her lived experience as an immigrant and her extensive work in DEIB, Dr. Gwanmesia has made it her mission to address the challenges of cultural responsiveness and representation in the workplace.

In recognition of her commitment to service and community leadership, Dr. Gwanmesia was honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award by President Joe Biden in 2022, having contributed over 4,000 volunteer hours to community initiatives. Beyond this accolade, she is a wife, mother of two, and a dedicated nurse with extensive healthcare experience. Dr. Gwanmesia is a member of the American Nurses Association and Delaware Nurses Association. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing from the University of Phoenix, as well as a Master of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from Wilmington University.

A sought-after international speaker, nurse educator, consultant, and coach, Dr. Gwanmesia has delivered keynotes globally on DEIB, leadership, and empowerment. In 2023, she became an award-winning, bestselling author with the release of her book The Power of Your Identity. Through Eunity Solutions, she equips organizations with the strategies to unlock their workforce's potential and drive sustainable, inclusive growth, serving as a champion for marginalized voices. Dr. Gwanmesia remains deeply committed to advocating for equality, empowering women, and embracing the strength found in cultural diversity.

keynote speaker

Farai Gundan

Young Global Leader, World Economic Forum

Farai Gundan is a distinguished leader at the forefront of innovation, fintech, and mobility. As a 2024 Echoing Green Fellowship Finalist and Young Global Leader of the World Economic Forum, Gundan exemplifies visionary leadership in technology and sustainable development.

Her academic achievements are underscored by her Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Harvard University, where she also earned the prestigious Mason Fellowship and a Masters in Business Administration from Florida A & M University. Gundan’s thought leadership has resonated globally, with contributions to prominent platforms such as Forbes, Essence, and CNN.

In 2019, Gundan played a pivotal role in leading fintech unicorn Flutterwave's expansion into South Africa, highlighting her deep expertise in fintech and emerging markets. Currently, she is the founder of Bhadala, an innovative startup operating at the intersection of fintech, mobility, and climate action—further reflecting her unwavering commitment to transformative innovation in emerging markets.

Gundan's work is continually shaping Africa’s technological landscape, driving critical progress in finance, transportation, and environmental sustainability.

Keynote Speaker

Arrey Obenson

President & CEO of International Institute of St. Louis

Arrey Obenson

President & CEO of International Institute of St. Louis

Arrey Obenson is the President and Chief Executive Officer of International Institute of St. Louis. Since his appointment in February 2021, the Institute has seen tremendous growth, has raised the profile of the organization and developed a clear vision for St. Louis for the next 100 years. Prior to this, he was Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Transformunity, a consulting firm that harnesses opportunities of corporations and organizations to transform the world, and previously served as Secretary General of Junior Chamber International, an organization of young leaders active in 124 countries.

Obenson has been recognized as a Great Immigrant, Great American in 2022 by the Carnegie Corporation of New York and Titan 100 CEO of St. Louis amongst other awards. He is a husband, father of two boys, and an active citizen. He is a barrister at law and member of the Cameroon Bar Association. He holds a Master of Law degree from Washington University in Saint Louis, United States.

Throughout his career, Obenson actively engages actors from all sectors of society—businesses, governments, and civil society—to identify their opportunities and develop strategies to achieve growth. Obenson is a visionary leader and world-class facilitator who has inspired and engaged audiences of 50 to 5,000 in nearly 100 countries. Obenson is also the author of “Bridging the Opportunity Gap,” published in 2021. He is actively

creating opportunities for the people of his country of origin, Cameroon, where he is founder of the I Am Cameroon movement

FEATURED GUEST speaker

Dr. Linda Nkwenti

CEO of WILDE

Widely known as Linda Arrey or The People’s GPS, Mrs. Linda Arrey-Mbi Nkwenti is a Nonprofit Consultant, Published Author and International Speaker. After dedicating several years as a Certified Life and Leadership Coach, helping women all over the world find clarity, overcome personal and professional roadblocks and equipping them with strategies to live a fulfilling lifestyle, she wrote her first book, “Memoirs of a Working Mother: Fighting for Balance, Managing Expectations and Channeling Love”, a self-help tool for women to thrive at home and work.

With over 10 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, serving corporations and communities in various capacities, she curated, The Nonprofit Institute, a premier academy for current and potential Nonprofit Entrepreneurs to transform their vision into compliant, sustainable and impactful 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organizations, even if they have zero experience.

She is the Chief Executive Officer of Women in Leadership Development and Empowerment, Inc., a professional women’s charity serving women and underserved communities through mental wellness, physical wellness, spiritual wellness and financial literacy initiatives.

FEATURED GUEST Speaker

Aubrey Cruz
Inspirational Speaker, Creative Entrepreneur, Life Coach

Aubrey Cruz, a cult survivor and Asian woman, overcame a life of control and self-sabotaging patterns. This pivotal escape of being entangled in restrictive environments, led her on a path of self-love and authenticity, empowering others to break free from limiting beliefs and step into their truth. Amid the pandemic, she served as a compassionate mental health champion, sparking a career shift to become a certified life coach, speaker, and creative entrepreneur.

Through her platform, Aubrey is committed to guiding others toward authentic self-realization and empowerment. And beyond educating, she enjoys family time and her cats.

FEATURED GUEST Speaker

Mariama Sahid

Founder & Executive Director of SHE4Peace

Miss Mariama Sahid is the Executive Director and Founder of Secure Her Empowerment for Peace (SHE4Peace) in Sierra Leone. With a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Mass Communication from Fourah Bay College, she is a passionate advocate for women’s leadership, gender equality, and child protection. Mariama also serves as the Advocacy Officer for the Young Women in Democracy Forum under Campaign for Good Governance, promoting women’s roles in leadership and governance.

Her leadership journey began during her university days, where she served as the Minister of Transportation in the Fourah Bay College Student Union Government. Mariama's experience spans across multiple sectors, including her roles as a Communications Officer at Campaign for Good Governance and the Country Representative for the International Youth Diplomacy Conference in Ghana, a prestigious Model UnitedNations forum.

Throughout her career, she has demonstrated excellence in communication, advocacy, media, and event planning, with a focus on empowering women and youth. Mariama's work continues to inspire change, both within her community and internationally, as she builds strong networks for peace and gender equality in Sierra Leone and beyond.

FEATURED GUEST Speaker

Dr. Julius Mullen

Chief Inclusion Officer of Children & Families First

Leading, teaching, coaching and mentoring are among life’s most precious gifts for Dr. Julius Mullen Sr. Julius is the Chief Inclusion Officer for Children & Families First of Delaware where he was the Chief Clinical Officer for 15 years. Dr. J also had the privilege of serving as the inaugural Executive Director for the Bryan Allen Stevenson School of Excellence. In his executive roles, Julius has helped to spearhead an array of projects including a Brain Science Training Institute, Trauma Informed Management, Leadership Development Initiative, Equity-Diversity-Inclusion Task Force, Trauma Response Team, Innovation Lab, Parent-Driven Education Platform, and a Youth Resilience Mentoring Program.

Overseeing millions of dollars, he's lead a number of non-profit programs in behavioral health, education, child welfare and community development. Although he’s grateful for his individual accomplishments and accolades, he credits a team of talented colleagues for exemplifying compassion, creativity and excellence throughout his professional career.

His love and expertise for brain science/trauma informed care, professional development, youth mentoring and diversity have given him an extensive platform to share his knowledge at national, state and local levels. He has conducted hundreds of presentations to thousands of professionals, community leaders, parents and youth. Dr. J can also be found on the campus of Wilmington University where he enjoys teaching psychology, counseling, education and preventions science from undergraduate to doctorate level courses. When not in the classroom, Julius mentors aspiring executives, doctorate students and community leaders as they pursue their professional aspirations.

Julius is also a proud graduate of the Executive Leadership Institute from University of Michigan School of Social Work, School of Business and the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities. He completed his doctoral studies from Wilmington University in Innovation and Leadership in 2004 and earned his master’s degree in counseling in 1998. Being a national certified counselor and licensed professional counselor of mental health has given him the pleasure to practice in the state of Delaware where he is credentialed in trauma-specific interventions.

Dr. Mullen believes everyone should advocate for what one is passionate. Through the lens of advocacy, Julius serves on several national and state-wide boards and affiliations including Trauma Matters Delaware (president), Executive Leadership Institute for Social Current, Sussex County Health Coalition (former president), 100 Black Men of Delaware, BeeBe Healthcare Advisory Committee and a national Black Male Executive Affinity Group.

Dr. Mullen and his wife Natasha are both clinical mental health experts who also direct a small grassroots youth leadership organization called IMPACT Delaware comprised of two gender-based programs, MAN UP and UNIQUE. They have been deserving recipients of many accolades such as two Jefferson awards for their community advocacy and leadership but none greater than the fruits of their labor. 100% of their youth graduated from high school, 96% of whom were college graduates, college attendees, military enlistees or gainfully employed (IMPACT Outcome Study, 2020). Julius and Tasha answered to call from the community by publishing three children’s books, Just Love Me, I Got a Big Brain and I Will Man Up which advocates for childhood compassion, resiliency and diversity.

In Julius’ spare time, he loves spending time with his family/friends, enjoying one of his home cooked special dishes with others or traveling to the Caribbean islands.

FEATURED GUEST Speaker

Stephanie McClellan

President of the Delaware Nurses Association

Stephanie McClellan is the current President of the Delaware Nurses Association. In addition to this role, she is the Cancer Institute Manager at Bayhealth Cancer Center and the Program Director for RN Refresher at University of Delaware and an Adjunct Professor for Biological Sciences at Delaware State University. Stephanie has been a Registered Nurse for over a decade. She holds a Doctorate in Nursing Practice with a focus on Visionary Nursing Leadership from Colorado Christian University, a dual Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Nursing Leadership and Management, both from Walden University and an Associated in Nursing from Delaware Technical and Community College.

Stephanie is passionate about Nursing Practice and the power the profession has to change and amplify healthcare in a way that exceeds patient needs. She is devoted to Innovation, Advocacy, and Empowerment across Nursing, especially in Delaware.

Stephanie is a member of AONL, DONL, ANA, DNA, a graduate of the AONL Nurse Manager Fellowship in 2017 and holds dual Certifications; Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) and Nurse Executive-Board Certified (NE-BC). Stephanie was Nominated for AONL Young Professional Voices in 2022 and Nominated for Advancing and Leading the Profession in 2022 and 2024.

FEATURED GUEST Speaker

Gemma Lowery

Social Activist

• Innovation and Technology Leader, ChristianaCare

• African American Employee Resource Leader, ChristianaCare

• Member DE Dems Exec Committee

• 2020 Biden and 2024 Harris DNC Delegate

• Vice-President Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. – Middletown Alumnae Chapter

• Member of various boards and civic associations

Gemma is dedicated to all efforts that expand inclusion, diversity, equity, belonging and justice! She actively works with non-profits in Delaware to collaborate, advise, volunteer, organize expanded access to services & everyday essentials, and answer cries for help. One of her most powerful supper powers is her ability to bring people together using her expansive network of community connections. Her most current work includes “Get Out the Vote” initiatives, teaching the dangers and effects of Project 2025 on Black and Brown people nationally, and mentoring/coaching future leaders!