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In season one of Ronderings, Ron talks to his guests about their superpowers, including career advice, diversity, mindset, wellness, and leadership. Ron grew up in New York City, and has been coaching and leading executive searches for the last five years, taking what he has learned from 15 years in corporate, higher education, government, and non-profit contexts. He and his wife are obsessed with reality television, and Ron also moonlights as a men's personal stylist and group fitness instr ...
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Good leadership requires you to always be a student! From humble beginnings in golf caddying to becoming New Mexico’s Deputy Secretary and Secretary of Education under Gov. Susana Martinez (R) from 2016-2019, Christopher Ruszkowski is a social studies teacher by trade, recently appointed Distinguished Policy Fellow at the Hoover Institution. Having…
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Sharing our stories and spending time with each other can prolong our lives! Bryan Setser is a seasoned executive edupreneur with three decades of results in K-12, higher education, non-profit, and for-profit organizations. His expertise equips leaders, teams, and organizations with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to be ready for any future…
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You can be both a happy human and a strong one! Mike Montoya is the CEO and Founder of Stronger Consulting. A 30-year education sector veteran, Mike is an expert in helping organizations design, manage, and improve educational programs for young people. Mike’s identity as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and a person of color has shaped his entrepr…
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How you internalize racism can destroy your sense of self. Daniel Anello is a member of the Pahara-Aspen Education Fellowship Summer 2016 cohort and the Leadership Greater Chicago 2019 cohort. He was named to the inaugural class of Presidential Leadership Scholars and he is a Board member of Chicago Urban League and Cleveland Avenue Foundation for …
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Be open to life and to things that come your way! The oldest child of a Philippine immigrant family to the USA, Grace Cruz graduated from NYU and began a career in teaching. Grace currently works in consulting with the Centre for Powerful Public Schools in LA, intending to improve teaching and learning. Grace’s Philippine values and culture have a …
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"Life is so much bigger than black and white - it's full of colors.” Dr. Rob Carpenter is a UCLA faculty member, author, speaker, and filmmaker who specializes in mass communication, rhetoric, and leadership. He has published many scholarly articles and books, including "The 48 Laws of Happiness." Rob shares how he saw life from multiple perspectiv…
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Tomorrow is not promised! Akinwole Garrett (Aki) is an accomplished senior strategy and business development executive with over fifteen years of data driven corporate development, business development, strategy and management experience at the intersection of technology, media and telecommunications. He sits on the Fuqua Minority Alumni Advisory B…
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Don’t be boring! Taylor Delhagen started his early visits to the principal's office after being expelled from classes. Now he is a doctoral candidate at Boston College’s Lynch School of Education, where his studies are focused on leadership, equity, and the internationalization of higher education. He started his teaching journey in 2006 in NYC wit…
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How to be a misfit that could fit into a lot of different places? Brandon White is an educator, emcee, podcaster, and poet. He is a former middle school ELA and Restorative Practices educator for the Rochester City School District and has worked for seven years as a servant leader intern and site coordinator for Freedom Schools Summer Literacy Prog…
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Jen Chau Fontan, a certified somatic coach, works towards helping people recreate the spaciousness that they already have. Living in Westchester, NY, after working within NYC nonprofits in management and talent/HR positions, Jen Chau Fontan transitioned into full-time coaching as an executive coach to senior leaders of progressive sector organizati…
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/w5qdqk/drupaleasy-podcast-s16e5-jim-birch.mp3 We talk with Jim Birch about the Recipes strategic initiative for Drupal. URLs mentioned Distributions and Recipes strategic initiative Core patch to test recipes Config actions contrib module NEDCamp presentation on Recipes from Erik Volkernick Roadmap #distributions-and…
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We need to think more about living with intention and growing old gracefully. Risa Morimoto is the Founder and CEO of Modern Aging and Dream Retirement in Mexico. She focuses on holistic health practices and lifestyles to optimize longevity for people in midlife. She is also an award-winning TV and documentary producer/director. She has directed ov…
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There is power in living life in community; no one is superhuman. Mary Rice-Boothe, Ed.D., currently serves as Executive Director, Curriculum Development and Equity at the NYC Leadership Academy. She has had the opportunity to partner with school systems across the country to support them in implementing their equity policies, as well as supporting…
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/pqqgj7/drupaleasy-podcast-s16e3-kevin-quillen.mp3 We talk with Kevin Quillen, author of Drupal 10 Development Cookbook, published in February, 2023 by Packt Publishing. URLs mentioned Drupal 10 Development Cookbook Open AI / ChatGPT integration module Velir Kevin's blog Drupal Test Traits Drush's generate command Dru…
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Leadership can be a lonely place, especially for folks of color. Ron Summers is the CEO of a non-profit focused on providing equitable access to careers in technology. He is a leader with a vision of guaranteeing every K-12 student access to computer science and computational thinking. Ron has dedicated his life to advancing CS exposure, access, an…
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/t5iyvp/drupaleasy-podcast-s16e3-andy-giles.mp3 We talk with Andy Giles about GitHub Copilot and his experience with it in Drupal development. URLs mentioned GitHub Copilot Visual Studio Code extension PhpStorm plugin Official Microsoft video on getting started with GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio Code DrupalEasy News…
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Everybody deserves to walk down the street and feel safe. James Solomon represents downtown Jersey City as the Ward E Councilperson. As a dad, a cancer survivor, a teacher, and someone who leads from the outside, James is committed to making Jersey City a place that supports ALL families, not just the well-connected. City government is directly con…
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Each person is the director of his or her own life, and even in the face of the most challenging obstacles, is capable of shaping and painting an extraordinary life. Catapulting us on a journey of perseverance and resilience is Joselyn Martinez, a NYC-based business consultant and certified neuro coach specializing in entrepreneurship. A spokespers…
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/y4bqi2/drupaleasy-podcast-s16e2-luca-lusso.mp3 We talk with Luca Lusso, author of Modernizing Drupal 10 Theme Development, published in August, 2023 by Packt Publishing. URLs mentioned Modernizing Drupal 10 Theme Development book WebProfiler module Storybook Single Directory Components (SDC) Google Lighthouse DrupalE…
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Stories are the threads that weave the fabric of our identities, embracing our cultural roots, shaping our resilience, and illuminating the transformative power within us all. Rudy Valdez, a two-time Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, shares his remarkable journey, triumphing over adversities such as homelessness while underlining the underlying value o…
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Your story is the single most powerful thing you own. Embrace it, share it, and watch the world transform around you. Renowned for her ability to empower leaders to unleash their full potential, Stephanie Zhong is a brand strategist and storytelling specialist with over 20 years of experience. Her journey spans diverse sectors, from non-profits to …
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Navigate the dualities, overcome challenges, and lead with compassion; authentic success intertwines passion with purpose while nurturing the soul. Kishshana Palmer introduces herself as a multi-hyphenate serial social entrepreneur with diverse experience in fundraising, marketing, and policy within the social impact sector. Through candid honesty,…
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9nrhf9/drupaleasy-podcast-s16e1-andrew-riley-ryan-price.mp3 We talk with DrupalEasy Podcast co-founders Ryan Price and Andrew Riley about what we'd want for Drupal Christmas - or maybe what we'd like to see evolve in the Drupal community in time for next Christmas! URLs mentioned Drupal planet Drupal marketing at Web…
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Education isn’t just about learning, it’s about celebrating differences and fostering inclusivity. As CEO of Ascend Public Charter Schools, Recy Dunn’s story encapsulates the transformative power of personal experiences and the resounding impact they can have on one’s pursuit of educational justice and identity exploration. Raised by a mixed-race c…
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Empowering minds is the spark, transforming communities is the flame that ignites a brighter future for us all. Dr. Ian Buchanan, the visionary CEO of Nia Education Group, is a role model of transformative leadership. Embracing his identity as a “Black Nerd”, he shares his path, transitioning from teacher to administrator to an inspiring entreprene…
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Bring a piece of yourself into everything you do so you can be a role model for others like you. Yexenia Gómez is a renowned culinary director and educator who helps bring health and nutrition education to underprivileged people in her community. Working with businesses and children alike, Yexenia's passion is empowering people to feel more confide…
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Collective responsibility resonates strongly in supporting our communities, urging us to recognize the beauty and brilliance present within our own people. Dr. Nancy B. Gutierrez, President & Lead Executive Officer of The Leadership Academy, and Dr. Roberto Padilla, superintendent of Community School District 7 in the Bronx, share their journeys as…
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Building communities is essential for creating opportunity, acceptance and prosperity. Kwamara Thompson is a leader, community builder and angel investor who pours herself into numerous organizations that foster a culture of unity and positive social change. From a young age, she has been passionate about fighting for equity and empathy-focused gro…
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Leading with discernment is a vital part of unlocking the greatness in others. Shanita Rapatalo is a national consultant and expert on literacy, DEI, and education, and helps to create systemic changes to the education system that promote equity, compassion and acceptance. With 20 years of experience in the education sector, she continues to follow…
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Break free from your scripted role and uncover your authentic self. Rick Andrews is a highly respected trainer, educator, and improv artist with expertise in team development, creativity, innovation, public speaking, and leadership. He brings a treasure trove of hands-on expertise to these key areas. Rick shares his journey through the labyrinth of…
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Studies have shown that cognition is related to movement. Using dance to transform the STEM experience for girls, has allowed Yamilée to see the progress being made, after finding out that only 5% of people in STEM are women of color. Having to initially choose between dance and STEM as she was applying for college, Yamilée has made it her mission …
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Deciding that your belief system will overflow into every aspect of your life, allows you to focus on what you have decided is important. Born into a home upheld by justice and faith, Kenan worked towards a career in education. Driven by a passion for restoration and the justice he grew up desiring, Kenan has risen to a position of leadership withi…
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Realizing the power of your connections is the key to success in business and life. Marcela is the President and CEO of designEDengagement where she co-creates roadmaps to help strengthen the partnership between families, communities and educators. In cities across the country, Marcela passionately oversees projects dedicated to cultivating the pow…
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/pzjwdr/drupaleasy-podcast-s15e6-cameron-eagans.mp3 We talk with Cameron Eagans about Composer Patches, an open-source, Composer plugin to assist with applying patches to code files. URLs mentioned Cameron Eagans on Mastadon Cameron Eagans on LinkedIn Composer Patches home Dependency patch resolution blog post New-ish…
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8fp7um/drupaleasy-podcast-s15e5-andy-blum.mp3 We talk with Andy Blum about the Drupal Smart Snippets extension for Visual Studio Code. The extension brings some really useful Drupal-y features to Visual Studio Code including hook completion, form and render array element completion, and service and service method aut…
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Being confident in your identity is the key to growth. Marc Etienne is a Partner at Rethinc where he helps to provide the support and coaching needed to evolve communities and organizations away from inequitable practices. With over 25 years of experience in helping students achieve their potential, regardless of their background, Marc continues to…
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3n7rnc/drupaleasy-podcast-s15e4-jordon-powell.mp3 We talk with Jordan Powell about Cypress, an open-source, javascript-based testing framework. URLs mentioned Cypress (open-source project) home Cypress.io (company) home Cypress Cloud Learn.cypress.io and getting started video Jordan Powell (LinkedIn) Test Your Drupal…
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What you accomplish is not a measure of your value as a human. Stephanie Morimoto is the owner and CEO of Asutra where she shares her passion for self-care through her products and business practices. With nearly 20 years of compassionate leadership and serving those in need under her belt, she continues to provide equitable career pathways and opp…
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/5r4u4v/drupaleasy-podcast-s15e3-matt-glaman.mp3 We talk with Matt Glaman about PhpStan and they whys and hows of using it in your day-to-day Drupal development. We also touch on his Drupal 7 compatibility layer experiment and his current writing project(s). URLs mentioned Drupal 7 compatibility layer for Drupal 10 🤯 …
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Learning ways to hack the system is the key to living the lives we deserve to live. Atnre Alleyne is the founder of The Proximity Project, where he advocates for diversity and inclusion and helps organizations build authentic connections with marginalized communities. Founding multiple advocacy organizations, Atnre is an impassioned leader that emp…
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To fight inequity, we must slow down enough to review and understand the behaviors that contribute to it. Alli Myatt is the co-founder of The Equity Practice and helps organizations redesign themselves to embody more equitable practices. Throughout her life and her long career in advising organizations, Alli has followed her passion of advocating f…
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/hmqhuw/drupaleasy-podcast-s15e2-rosie-lefaive.mp3 We talk with Rosie Le Faive about Islandora, a Drupal 9 powered Document Asset Management system. URLs mentioned Islandora Digital Asset Management system Drupal.org project page and Github repository page Documentation and Getting Started Fedora Commons DrupalEasy Ne…
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Self-care is essential in the mission to advance inclusivity and racial equity. Laura Donald is the founder and CEO of Axis Talent Partners, where she focuses on supporting leaders of color in accessing positions of power. Through a career in teaching and recruiting, Laura has followed her lifelong passion for spreading a culture of liberation and …
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/sfcarz/drupaleasy-podcast-s15e1-randy-fay.mp3 We talk with Randy Fay about the health of the DDEV project, his recent Drupal community recognition, and the DDEV testing infrastructure. URLs mentioned DDEV interactive support on Discord Aaron Winborn Award Randy's DrupalCon Pittsburgh wrapup 2023 Drupal Local Dev Surv…
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In the fight to create more equitable job opportunities, transparency is a must. Ify Walker is the founder and CEO of Offor, where she leads with her values to ensure equitable opportunities for marginalized groups in the executive search industry. From teaching to attending law school, Ify has followed her passion for identifying and understanding…
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In order to continue the fight against inequality, we need to create a culture where people are taking care of each other. Kate Gerson is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer at Rethnic, where she partners with leaders to create evolved workspaces that promote healthier and happier work cultures through inclusivity. Throughout her journey, Ka…
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Learning who you are and what values you represent is the key to leading and networking with others authentically. Russ Finkelstein is a career coach and advisor who helps other people become aware of their possibilities. Acting as a conduit and connector of people, Russ’s passion is in his idealist approach, where he combines empathy and structure…
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Using inclusion and innovation to align the interests of all humans is the best strategy to move forward into a more positive future. Ron J. Williams is a venture builder and corporate innovation leader that focuses on companies that want to build a better future. From making tutoring accessible to underprivileged kids to helping startups make posi…
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Tony Delarosa is the Author of Teaching the Invisible Race: Embodying a Pro-Asian American Lens in Schools. He is a Filipino American anti-bias and anti-racist educator who studies ethnic policies and practices and fights to instill a pro-Asian lens in the education sector. With his work featured on many prestigious platforms, Tony continues to pur…
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