2023 SUMMIT SPEAKERS

We’re thrilled to introduce the inspiring speakers who will be sharing their expertise and insights during the 2023 Summit. These industry-leading experts were selected to provide a unique opportunity to learn from influential leaders.

Atif Qarni

Former Virginia Secretary of Education

Panel Speaker: "Elevate and Empower: Expert Leadership Panel of School System Leaders on Cultivating Lasting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Impact!"

Desiré M. Stasen, SHRM-CP

Former Virginia Secretary of Education

She/Her)
Talent Engagement & Internal Communications Manager
Array Behavioral Care

Panel Speaker: "Leadership Beyond Boundaries: HR & Diversity Experts Panel"

Dr. Barbara A. Mullen

Superintendent Rush-Henrietta Central School District

Rush-Henrietta Central School District

Panel Speaker: "Elevate and Empower: Expert Leadership Panel of School System Leaders on Cultivating Lasting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Impact!"

Charles Lu

He/Him/His)
Associate Dean, Diversity & Inclusion
Johns Hopkins University

Session: "Breaking Down the Bamboo Ceiling"

Dr. Charlotte Pullins

Founder & Lead Consultant
ELC Training & Consulting

Session: "Fostering Diversity in Education: Addressing Teacher Recruitment & Retention Challenges"

Kenyatta Dorey Graves, MFA

Clinical Instructor & Coordinator of Partnerships & Placements
Division of Education, Health, & Social Work | University of the District of Columbia

Panel Speaker: "Leadership Beyond Boundaries: HR & Diversity Experts"

Mary Rice-Boothe, Ed.D.

Executive Director

Session: "Leading for Liberation Within an Inequitable System"

Dr. Mary Rice-Boothe will also be co-moderating the panel: "Elevate and Empower: Expert Leadership Panel of School System Leaders on Cultivating Lasting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Impact!"

Dr. Maurice R. Swinney

Keynote Speaker

Chief Innovation Officer Chicago Beyond

Dr. Swinney's Bio

Dr. Milton J. Perkins, PhD, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CF-APMP, CPC

Human Capital Strategist, DE&I Expert, People Analytics & Solutions Architect, Public Speaker, Edutainer

Session: "Strategic Partnerships: K-12 Leadership's Role in Advancing Equity and Inclusion"

Dr. Perkins will also be moderating the panel “Leadership Beyond Boundaries: HR & Diversity Experts”

Funmi Haastrup

Session: "Aligning District Dollars to Equity Aspirations: The Equity Leader's Role During Budget Season"

Harrison Peters

CEO

MCEL (Men of Color In Educational Leadership)

Co-Moderator of the Panel: "Elevate and Empower: Expert Leadership Panel of School System Leaders on Cultivating Lasting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Impact!"

Ivan Lochan

(He/Him)
Learning & Development Manager

Session: "Advancing DEI When No One Wants to Hear About DEI"

Mr. Lochan is also speaking on the panel "Leadership Beyond Boundaries: HR & Diversity Experts"

Jarvis Marlow-McCowin

(He/Him)
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Education Manager
Community Affairs | Corning Incorporated Office of Racial Equality & Social Unity

Panel Speaker: "Leadership Beyond Boundaries: HR & Diversity Experts"

Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP

President & Chief Operating Officer
SHRM

Session: "SHRM-NADOK In-Depth Conversation"
Mr. Taylor's Bio

Jonathan Turrisi

Special Projects Adviser, Chief of Staff Office
Arlington Public Schools

Session: "Strategic Planning: A Framework & Strategies for Successful Development & Implementation"

Osama Alnawawi

AVP | Branch & Business Center Manager
Business Banking Center, PNC Bank

Session: "Financial Strategies for K-12 Innovators: Navigating Business Banking & Unlocking Advantages"

Sam Quilici

Senior Strategist, Coach & Speaker for Tony Robbins

Session : “Creating a Culture of Accountability”

Stephanie Mathew

(She/Her/Hers)
Assistant Director, Co-Curricular Education & Retention
Johns Hopkins University

Theresa Plascencia

Superintendent of Waukegan Community Unit School District #60

Panel Speaker: "Elevate and Empower: Expert Leadership Panel of School System Leaders on Cultivating Lasting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Impact!"