Leading with Purpose: Multicultural Voices in Business & Entrepreneurship

Four people in business attire sit around a conference table looking over data on an iPad.

This event brings together accomplished alumni who have not only broken barriers but have led with vision, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Our panelists will share their journeys, from overcoming obstacles to seizing opportunities, offering you insider knowledge on how to navigate today’s dynamic business world with confidence and impact. Panelists include:

Keynote Speakers: Ricardo Cumberbatch '83, Owner of Publicall Telecommunications, Inc. & Hebrew L Dixon, Director of Supplier Diversity at ARCO Build
Thulfiqar Al-Saaidi '16, Owner of Utica Honey
Akira Armstrong '05, Founder of Pretty BIG Movement
Elliott Coleman '17, Manager of HR/Culture at NYC Tourism and Conventions
Shanell Finney '14, Business & Legal Consultant
Patricia Gortman '20, Freelance Social Media Professional

Note: This in-person event is also streaming on Zoom. If you would like to watch the online stream, please register here.

Contact Us

Kira Maddox

Director, Office of DEI and Belonging

(315) 792-3068

klmaddox@utica.edu

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7:00pm Macfarlane Auditorium

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Film: Thelma

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7:00pm Macfarlane Auditorium

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