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**American Sign Language is provided for general sessions. 
Wednesday May 7, 2025 8:30am - 8:45am EDT
The conference will open with a warm welcome and acknowledgment of all attendees, partners, and supporters. We will kick off this inspiring event by recognizing the collective commitment to fostering leadership, innovation, and positive change within our communities.

A special highlight of the opening will be the introduction of the Thought Leadership Giving Circle, in collaboration with the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University. This collaborative initiative aims to empower and engage individuals and organizations in purposeful giving, strengthening the impact of leadership in philanthropic endeavors. As an on-purpose not-for-profit, we are proud to align our mission with partners who share a dedication to making a meaningful difference in the world.

Visit the Thought Leadership Conference home page to nominate a non-profit with 501c3 status between April 8-18.


Presenters/Speakers
avatar for Tessa R. Sutton, Ph.D. (*)

Tessa R. Sutton, Ph.D. (*)

Founder/President, Intercultural Relations Institute, Inc.
Tessa is an interculturalist and Diversity and Inclusion strategist with a proven track record of facilitating inclusion as a culture-change process to build a connected culture: leading, engaging, and working together in the community for the common good.As the Founder and President... Read More →
avatar for Drake Shrader

Drake Shrader

Executive Director, United Youth Theatre (UYT)
Drake Shrader is a South Bend native who has dedicated his career to supporting young people through youth development and the performing arts. His theatre journey began in high school, leading him to teach theatre and later co-found United Youth Theatre (UYT)—a nonprofit that helps... Read More →
Wednesday May 7, 2025 8:30am - 8:45am EDT
Century Center - Discovery Ballroom South

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