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Fault LinesEpisode 388: The ICC - Is Justice Blind?Today, Morgan, Martha, Jeffrey, and first-time guest, Algene Sajery, discuss the decision by the International Criminal Court (ICC) to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and deceased Hamas terrorist Mohammed Deif for war crimes and crimes against humanity. The decision by the ICC to issue these warrants has divided the international community drawing condemnation from the Israeli government for the ICC's anti-semitism and the United States questioning the ICC’s jurisdiction over Israel which is not party to the ICC.How do these charges impact Israel’s dipl...2024-11-2210 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryShaping U.S. Trade Policy: A Conversation with Jamila Thompson, Acting Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), The White HouseHappy International Women’s Day, Minority Leaders! Our mission is to celebrate and amplify the voices of diverse women leaders, and of course help inspire the next generation. The theme of International Women's Day 2024 is #InspireInclusion, and that is what we do every day around here. As you can imagine, International Women's Day is our favorite holiday! I am happy to be back with a new episode featuring my good friend, the inspirational Jamila Thompson, acting Chief of Staff for the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR).In this episode Jamila shares her...2024-03-0556 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajerySpecial Episode: A Heartfelt Conversation with Ladies of The Links, Incorporated on the 16th Annual DMV Links Red Dress WeekendThe Minority Leaders Podcast is a women of color leadership initiative sponsored by Catalyst Global Strategies, LLC, a public affairs firm in Washington, D.C. As #Catalysts4Good we have partnered with the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) chapters of The Links, Incorporated to bring you a special episode of the Minority Leaders in support of the 16th Annual DMV Links Red Dress Weekend! In this episode, I am joined by Suzanne Walker—President Arlington (VA) Chapter of the Links Incorporated and Dr. Kelly Epps-Anderson, MD, MSHP— a Link member and Director of Interventional Cardiology...2024-02-0125 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Dr. Yleem D.S. Poblete, former Assistant Secretary of State for Arms Control, Trump AdministrationDear Minority Leaders,Its been a few weeks, but we are back in full force! In this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Yleem D.S. Poblete, former Assistant Secretary of State for Arms Control, Trump Administration and Co-Founder of Poblete Analysis Group, LLC.I first met Yleem when she was Republican Staff Director of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and have watched her career flourish in the decade and a half since. During our conversation, Yleem details her Cuban American roots and journey to the highest levels of power in...2024-01-311h 18
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Larisa Hovannisian, Founder & CEO, Teach For ArmeniaHappy New Year, Minority Leaders! In this first episode of 2024, we are joined by Larisa Hovannisian, Founder and CEO of Teach For Armenia. I love this conversation because it is deep, inspirational, and highlights the power of diasporans to impact the communities where they or parents once fled. I am proud to say that is our first international episode because Larisa speaks with us from Armenia. She moved back to her birth country just over a decade ago with just two suitcases. Larisa explains how a college course on social impact business inspired her to aban...2024-01-0445 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Crystal Lander, Chief Strategic Engagement Officer, Pathfinder InternationalHappy Holidays, Minority Leaders!This time of the year many of us are taking stock of all the blessings in our lives. One thing I am blessed with is a village of smart, supportive, and inspiring women leaders. Today I am excited to speak with one of my closest friends, Crystal Lander, Chief Strategic Engagement Officer at Pathfinder International. Crystal is a high profile and internationally recognized senior leader with 20 years of experience in global health and development, project and program management, and professional training and development. She manages Pathfinder's global advocacy, communications and engagement teams...2023-12-2250 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Bassima Alghussein, Executive Director of Middle East Policy CouncilDear Minority Leaders,Today I'm joined by Bassima Alghussein, Executive Director of Middle East Policy Council. Bassima is a proud Palestinian American woman whose background spans the legislative and executive branches of government, prominent global think tanks, the media and consulting. She has served on Capitol Hill; as a White House appointed advisor in the Obama Administration; and led Congressional Affairs for the Center for Strategic and International Studies. As founder of Alghussein Global Strategies, Bassima is a sought after thought leader who frequently appears on international news outlets reaching audiences in over 40 countries worldwide. She is a...2023-12-0948 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Hope Goins, Minority Staff Director, House Committee on Homeland Security and Bestselling Children’s AuthorDear Minority Leaders,Today I am excited and honored to speak with my good friend Hope E. Goins, Minority Staff Director of the House Committee on Homeland Security and bestselling children’s author. Hope is the top advisor to Homeland Security Committee Chairman Bennie G. Thompson on all matters related to the oversight of the Department of Homeland Security and national security related matters throughout the Executive Branch, including counterterrorism, countering violent extremism, intelligence, cybersecurity, natural disasters and civil rights and civil liberties. Hope has been recognized by Roll Call and the Joint Cent...2023-11-2240 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Charmion Kinder, Social Impact Leader and Director of the Office of Communications for the United States Peace Corps.Dear Minority Leaders,Today I’m delighted to speak with fellow Howard University graduate and Delta Sigma Theta soror Charmion Kinder. Kinder has devoted her career to corporate responsibility and social impact, with over twenty years of communications experience. Her resume includes the Obama and Biden administrations, Disney, Apple, the Peace Corps, and others.We discuss her experiences working with former first lady Michelle Obama and vice president Kamala Harris, as well as how an individual’s background and experiences can reinforce their skills as a leader. We also touc...2023-11-0946 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Ramona Oliver, Senior Director of the National Education Association's Center for CommunicationsDear Minority Leaders,Today my guest is Ramona Oliver, senior director of the National Education Association’s Center for Communications. Prior to her senior director position, Oliver worked for Emily’s List, the Democratic Governors Association, the Service Employees International Union, MoveOn.org, and numerous political campaigns.Oliver’s career came to focus on communication and education after working with Governor Ed Rendell of Pennsylvania. A seasoned political communications expert, Oliver’s work today is increasingly dedicated to advocating for children and students at the national level.Our conversation covers how Oliver discovered her passion for communications, and how her fami...2023-10-2629 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA conversation with Dr. Kwamme Anderson, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Carey Consulting Firm, LLC & Consultant to the CBCFDear Minority Leaders,Today I’m joined by my Delta Sigma Theta soror and former Capitol Hill colleague, Dr. Kwamme Anderson. Kwamme and I both worked for our soror Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY), albeit at different times. She has worked as a congressional staffer to Representatives Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX), Maxine Waters (D-CA), and Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX), all powerful black women policymakers. Kwamme also counts the late civil rights leader and famous (and some would say infamous) “Mayor for Life” of DC one of her best friends and career sponsors. In addition to her work as a congre...2023-10-1252 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Rachel Lauren, Social Impact Influencer, Chief People Officer at Dream.Org and Foster Care AdvocateDear Minority Leaders,Today we are continuing our expansion of discussion topics and welcoming my new friend, and Delta Sigma Theta sorority sister, Rachel Lauren. Our conversation today focuses on Rachel’s work at the intersection of racial equity, criminal justice reform, climate advocacy, and most especially foster care and adoption. By profession Rachel is the Chief People Officer at Dream.Org and also a founding partner and Chief Programming Officer for Diversified, a boutique DEI consulting firm. Through her popular social platforms and various contributor positions, Rachel speaks out against racial injustice and advocates for the li...2023-09-2840 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Dawn Allen, Co-Founder of The Autism GrindDear Minority Leaders,Before we jump into this episode, let me thank you all for your positive feedback on the reboot of this podcast. I appreciate all your kind words of encouragement. Please take a few seconds to show your support for this incredible platform by giving us a 5 star rating, subscribing,writing a quick review, and by sharing this podcast with the future minority leaders in your life. I want to keep bringing this community wonderful words of wisdom and dynamic conversations, and your quick show of support will go a long way towards ensuring I...2023-09-1440 min
Super MamásEpisode 378: Minority Leaders & Super Mamás Unite with Algene SajeryAlgene Sajery, foreign policy and security strategist has held so many prestigious positions, including a Biden-Harris administration appointee and founder & CEO of Catalyst Global Strategies. This incredible mother joins us this week to talk about her journey, starting as an immigrant and working her way up deep into the politics world. Don't forget to check our Algene's podcast, The Minority Leaders!
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The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Ambassador Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley, President of Middle East Policy CouncilDear Minority Leaders,Today we wrap our three part series on diversity in the U.S. Department of State and diplomacy with the preeminent expert on the topic: Ambassador Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley, State’s first Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer. Amb. Abercrombie-Winstanley became the first woman to head a diplomatic mission to Saudi Arabia in 2002 and was the longest serving Ambassador to Malta. She speaks Arabic, Hebrew, and Maltese. Ambassador Abercrombie-Winstanley is a living legend and role model to me and an entire generation of women of color in diplomacy and national security. A trailblazing distinguished diplomat with de...2023-08-3156 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Asha Castleberry-Hernandez, Founder- Diversity in National Security NetworkAsha Castleberry-Hernandez is a distinguished national security/foreign policy expert. She is a Biden-Harris Political Appointee, and served as a Senior Advisor to the Assistant Secretary, member of the Senior Executive Service at the Department of State. She is a former adjunct faculty professor at Fordham University, where she has taught U.S. Foreign Policy and U.N. Peacekeeping Operations. She is also a U.S. Army veteran, and since the 2014 ISIL incursion in Iraq, she has served as part of the Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve in Iraq and Kuwait.In addition to her military service, she...2023-08-2449 min
Reality Life with Kate CaseyEp. - 753 - KATE’S LIFE: ALGENEAlgene Sajery was Kate’s classmate at Milton Hershey School, a private co-educational boarding school for underprivileged children. Admitted at age 14, her family fled Liberia, West Africa after President William Tolbert was overthrown and murdered in a violent coup d'état. A graduate of Howard University, Algene has dedicated her career to advancing human rights, rule of law, global health, food security, and economic development in the developing world. She previously served as vice president of the Office of External Affairs and head of Global Gender Equity Initiatives at the U.S. International Development Finance Corp...2023-08-1932 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Akunna Cook, Founder of Next Narrative AfricaAkunna Cook is an accomplished diplomat, strategist, visionary creator and executive producer. In 2022, Akunna founded Next Narrative Africa, a multi-media entertainment production company telling African Stories for global impact. She is also the founder and principal consultant at Drake Road Strategies and served in the Biden-Harris Administration as Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs.Akunna joins us today to talk about her experiences navigating the internal politics of working in the State Department, the changing landscape of diversity in the agency, and the importance of following your gut on your career journey.We also discuss the role...2023-08-1049 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Christina Hale, Author of Why Not You?Christina Hale is a successful author, former state legislator as well as the first Latina to run for statewide office in Indiana. She was appointed by the Biden-Harris Administration to head communications for the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation and is a strong advocate for youth, democracy & equality.Christina joins us today to speak about using your traumas to inform where you’re going, practicing mindfulness, and the importance of mentorship and how it can change the trajectory of your life.Together we discuss being kind to yourself, supporting women and families in the workplace and the struggles fa...2023-07-2739 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryWelcome Back to The ConversationAlgene Sajery returns with her powerful podcast, "The Minority Leaders". In this highly anticipated episode, Algene takes us on a captivating journey through her own experiences of the past few years. She not only provides insightful answers to pressing questions but also imparts invaluable wisdom on conquering imposter syndrome, leveraging your unique abilities, and fostering a robust network to break through your own glass ceiling. Join Algene as she shines a spotlight on extraordinary women of color who are making waves as trailblazers and change-makers. Prepare to be inspired by their remarkable stories of r...2023-07-2012 minThe Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryWe.Are.Back!!!Algene Sajery makes a powerful and highly anticipated return with her podcast, "The Minority Leaders". This engaging podcast features insightful conversations with women of color changemakers. Hosted by Algene Sajery, a seasoned political operative, foreign policy expert, and now the founder & CEO of Catalyst Global Strategies. The podcast explores the significance of diversity in leadership, politics, advocacy, and business. The Minority Leaders is a love letter to the next generation of women of color leaders! The show shines a bright light on Women of Color Changemakers - the unsung heroes who rarely take the spotlight, but get things done...2023-07-1301 minThe Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Fatema Z. Sumar, Author, The Development DiplomatIn this episode, host Algene Sajery speaks with Fatema Z. Sumar, international development and author of The Development Diplomat: Working Across Borders, Boardrooms, and Bureaucracies to End Poverty. Fatema shares her experience as a first-generation Muslim American, woman, and mother working on foreign aid efforts in Capitol Hill and the developing world in the wake of 9-11. Fatema offers practical advise to women of color looking to advance their careers in this space .Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport the showPlease join us on this leadership journey by subscribing, supporting, rating, revi...2022-08-071h 03
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Jotaka Eaddy- Co-Host, SpeakSis, Founder, Win With Black WomenLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport the showPlease join us on this leadership journey by subscribing, supporting, rating, reviewing and sharing this episode! Also follow us here: Instagram: @theminorityleaders and @algene_1913 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/algene-sajery Facebook: @theminorityleaders 2022-01-3034 minThe Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryThe Minority Leaders Podcast Special Series: Women in Government Relations Excellence in Advocacy Awards- Jody Thomas, 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award The Minority Leaders Podcast is proud to partner with Women in Government Relations (WGR) and the Professional Women in Advocacy Conference on special episodes featuring 2021 recipients of the Excellence in Advocacy Awards. The theme of this year's virtual conference, which will take place October 18-20, is "Women Firsts – Leading the Way."In this episode, host Algene Sajery interviews 2021 Lifetime Achievement Awardee Jody Thomas, to learn about her work, discover what motivates her, and glean her advice to the next generation of women advocates. Jody has served as Executive Director of National Foundation for Womn Legislators (NFWL) since December 2013. As such, she is r...2021-10-1831 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Joi Chaney, National Urban LeagueDear Minority Leaders,It has been far too long since I published an episode. Life has been busy, to say the least. I've missed you all and am glad to come back like a lion with this episode, featuring the National Urban League's Joi Chaney, Executive Director of the Washington Bureau and Senior Vice President, Policy and Advocacy. Recorded on April 17, 2021, the conversation may be a few months old, but from COVID-19, to racial justice, to equal pay, to the value of women friendships, Joi and I discuss topics that are still incredibly timely and important. Joi's wisdom and fortitude are reassur...2021-04-171h 01
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Erika West, Principal, The Raben GroupHappy Women's History Month, listeners! March is also my birthday month and this episode was definitely the perfect gift. I’m joined by my girl Erika West, principal at The Raben Group. Erika and I have been friends since our days at Howard University. Ya'll already know the Real HU produces #BlackExcellence, and Erika is a shining example of that. A wise and humble social impact strategist, Erika drops serious knowledge on the roles and perspectives of black and brown people in the reproductive- and environmental- justice movements. I thought I was fairly #woke, but Erika woke me all the w...2021-03-1459 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Kendra Brown, Director of Public Policy, MastercardDear listeners—Thanks for your patience. It has been over a month since our last episode aired, as life and career changes had me sidelined for a bit.I’m excited to return with an episode featuring one of the most authentic and accomplished leaders in Washington, who also happens to be one of my favorite people! In this episode of The Minority Leaders, I speak with incredibly wise and dynamic Kendra Brown. Kendra is Director of Public Policy for Mastercard. She is also Chair of the Maryland State Advisory Committee of the U.S. Civil Rights Commission. A life-long overachiev...2021-02-2642 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Jotaka Eaddy, founder & CEO Full Circle Strategies and Chief Organizer of the Win with Black Women CollectiveDear Listeners,During this moving episode of the Minority Leaders Podcast, I interviewed my Soror Jotaka Eaddy, founder & CEO of Full Circle Strategies, and Chief Organizer of the Win with Black Women Collective (WWBW). I am one of Jotaka's biggest fans, so this episode is full of hilarious fan girl moments as we discuss our #BlackGirlMagic icons who are part of the WWBW collective, including Oprah Winfrey and the incredible Ms. Cicely Tyson who took her place among the angels just days ago. And then there's the magical moment when teary eyed Jotaka describes the incredibly beautiful scene when Vice P...2021-01-3042 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryThe Minority Leaders, featuring Dannie Diego, Senior Strategic Alliances Manager, InsperityDear listeners,Episode 11 of The Minority Leaders Podcast was taped prior to the violent insurrection that took place at the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021.My guest, Dannie Diego, a former Washington politico and current Texan, and I discuss interactions with people she has met in the suburbs of Houston, Texas, some of whom happen to be (or previously were) Trump supporters. When we discuss the concept of strategic empathy- which I examined in depth during a Harvard Kennedy School program for Senior Executives in National and International Security- we are referring to the ability to understand and empathize with...2021-01-2542 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryThe Minority Leaders Podcast featuring Na'ilah Amaru, Advocacy & Policy StrategistDear listeners,Thank you for sticking with us these past four months! We are truly grateful for this incredible bonding experience with fellow women of color leaders. The surprising success of this podcast makes clear just how formidable we are when we come together to harness the full power of our unique and beautiful space in this world. Episode 10 of the Minority Leaders Podcast features Na’ilah Amaru, an Iraq war veteran, former community organizer, 2016 Democratic National Convention Presidential Nomination speaker, and nationally recognized advocacy and policy strategist with a 20-year record of incredible social impact. Na'ilah was a 2020 finalist for o...2020-12-2151 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryThe Minority Leaders, featuring Indira Ahluwalia, Founder and President, KAUR Strategies LLCEpisode 9 of The Minority Leaders features Indira Ahluwalia, author, and Founder and President of KAUR Strategies, LLC, a firm that provides coaching, strategic, and advisory services to executives and emerging leaders in mission driven organizations. Indira has worked in sustainable development for nearly two decades, and previously founded Development & Training Services, Inc. (dTS) to promote equality, accountability, and sustainability in international development. With work in 90 countries in gender, social inclusion, and monitoring and evaluation, dTS was named the Small Business of the Year in 2014 by the USAID. The firm was acquired by Palladium in 2015. A Sikh woman who migrated to the...2020-11-2643 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryThe Minority Leaders Podcast Special Series: Women in Government Relations Excellence in Advocacy Awards- Episode 1 The Minority Leaders Podcast is proud to partner with Women in Government Relations (WGR) and the Professional Women in Advocacy Conference on special episodes featuring 2020 recipients of the Excellence in Advocacy Awards. The theme of this year's virtual conference, which will take place November 9-11, is, "Extraordinary Women – the everyday superheroes among us."In this two part series, host Algene Sajery interviews 2020 Excellence in Advocacy Awardees to learn about thier work, discover what motivates them, and glean their advice to the next generation of women advocates. Episode 1 features: Federal Issue Campaign Awardee: • Sarah Meek, Senior Director of Legislative Affairs, ANCOR For ensu...2020-11-101h 15
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryThe Minority Leaders Podcast Special Series: Women in Government Relations Excellence in Advocacy Awards - Episode 2The Minority Leaders Podcast is proud to partner with Women in Government Relations (WGR) and the Professional Women in Advocacy Conference on special episodes featuring 2020 recipients of the Excellence in Advocacy Awards. The theme of this year's virtual conference, which will take place November 9-11, is, "Extraordinary Women – the everyday superheroes among us."In this two part series, host Algene Sajery interviews 2020 Excellence in Advocacy Awardees to learn about thier work, discover what motivates them, and glean their advice to the next generation of women advocates. Episode 2 features: Women Serving Women Campaign:Iris Wilbur Glick, Vice President, Public Policy and Govern...2020-11-101h 12
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Waikinya J.S. Clanton, Senior Advisor, Democratic National CommitteeIn episode 8, host Algene Sajery speaks with Waikinya Clanton, Senior Advisor to the Chairman of the Democratic National Committee, President and CEO of WJSC Enterprises, LLC., creator and host of the web show for women, Politically Sassy, founder of Power of the PUMP, and Equity Advisor to international beauty brand, Sephora. Waikinya wears many hats, all of which exemplify her deep passion for equity, justice, and to helping women WIN. We are so excited to feature this successful and inspiring changemaker on The Minority Leaders!Waikinya Clanton’s full bio can be found here. You can find her on Twitter at @WJSC...2020-10-2538 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Ana Rosa Quintana, Senior Policy Analyst for Latin America and the Western Hemisphere, Heritage FoundationIn episode 7, host Algene Sajery speaks with Ana Quintana, Senior Policy Analyst for Latin America and the Western Hemisphere at the Heritage Foundation. Ana’s research at Heritage focuses on U.S. foreign policy toward Latin America and the Caribbean, with an emphasis on civil-military issues and rule of law in the Western Hemisphere.Ana, a Cuban-American raised in Miami, has a unique perspective on U.S.-Latin America relations and the “Latino” experience in the United States. On this special Hispanic Heritage Month episode, she shares her views on U.S. foreign policy towards the region, U.S. immigration policy...2020-10-1039 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryWhat Waikinya Clanton Senior Advisor at the DNC expects to see from Kamala Harris during tonight's historic VP Debate2020-10-0800 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Jessica Lee, Senior Research Fellow, East Asia Program Quincy Institute for Responsible StatecraftIn episode 6, host Algene Sajery speaks with Jessica Lee, Senior Research Fellow for the East Asia Program at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft. Jessica's research at QI focuses on U.S. foreign policy toward Asia-Pacific region, with an emphasis on alliances and North Korea.Jessica shares her views on U.S. policy towards the region, her work to advance a new U.S. foreign policy centered on diplomatic engagement and military restraint, Asian American representation in national security, and the challenges and opportunities she has encountered along her career journey. Get ready to be inspired by this accomplished and im...2020-10-0639 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Reta Jo Lewis, German Marshall Fund of the United StatesIn Episode 5, host Algene Sajery welcomes her mentor Reta Jo Lewis, Senior Fellow and Director of Congressional Affairs at The German Marshall Fund of the United States to the show. A former diplomat, lawyer, and current co-chair of Women of Color for Biden-Harris, Reta Jo discusses the value of diversity in the foreign policy and national security sector, DC Fellowship opportunities, mentorship, and the importance of harnessing the political power of women of color, particularly African American women, in this election cycle. Get ready to be inspired by this accomplished and impactful Washington change maker!Reta Joe's full bio can...2020-10-0146 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Kendra Gaither and Brionne Dawson from the U.S. Chamber of CommerceIn Episode 4, host Algene Sajery welcomes Kendra Gaither and Brionne Dawson from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to the show to discuss their unique career paths, democracy and rule of law, and the value of public-private partnerships in international economic development. Guest Bios:Kendra Gaither is the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Executive Director for the Americas, where she assists members with economic policy issues across the Western Hemisphere. She also leads the Chamber’s Rule of Law Coalition that highlights the private sector’s commitment to promoting good governance across global markets. Kendra previously served as a global initi...2020-09-2341 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA conversation with Deesha Dyer, former Social Secretary for the Obama White HouseOn this episode of The Minority Leaders, host Algene Sajery speaks with Deesha Dyer, former Social Secretary for the Obama White House. She is the founder of BeGirl.World, an organization that empowers African American teenage girls through global education and travel, a former Resident Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School, and a social entrepreneur. Deesha’s unconventional path to the White House and subsequent career is nothing short of inspirational. She is a sought after keynote speaker known for delivering engaging talks on topics spanning women in leadership, diversity, and social change. She was named to Marie Claire’s new guard o...2020-08-2947 min
The Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with Mieke Eoyang, Senior Vice President for National Security, Third WayIn this second episode of The Minority Leaders, host Algene Sajery speaks with Mieke Eoyang, Senior Vice President for National Security at Third Way, a national think tank that champions center-left ideas. Mieke is one of the most respected thought-leaders on foreign policy and national security issues in Washington. She is also deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of women of color in that male dominated field. In this episode, Mieke shares some of her experiences as an Asian American woman in national security-- from being told that people in the intelligence community prefer to work with people “who look...2020-08-2231 minThe Minority Leaders with Algene SajeryA Conversation with The Black Women's Congressional AllianceIn this inaugural episode of The Minority Leaders, host Algene Sajery speaks with leaders of the Black Women’s Congressional Alliance (BWCA)— an organization focused on helping to promote and mentor Black women congressional staffers. BWCA co-founders Keenan Austin Reed and Christina Henderson discuss how a "bring your own wine" happy hour evolved into the premier professional network dedicated to empowering black women who work on Capitol Hill. So get your glass of wine, and join Algene, Keenan, and Christina for this candid conversation about the influential and inspirational sister circle that’s challenging the status quo in the halls of Congr...2020-07-3027 min