Michelle Velez-Jonte on Finding Her Voice and Leading Through Language

Michelle Velez-Jonte on Finding Her Voice and Leading Through Language

Michelle Velez-Jonte shares lessons from her 25-year career in K-12 education and the experiences that shaped her as a leader. She reflects on how mentorship helped her find her voice and lead through change, as well as her dedication to creating opportunities for the next generation of Latino educators. Her story reminds us that leadership is built by embracing challenges, moving courageously and creating pathways for others to succeed.

Sustainability and Better Business: Amanda Gardiner on Values-Based Leadership and the Work of Change

Sustainability leader Amanda Gardiner shares the winding path of her career, from studying opera and international affairs to advancing social impact and sustainability for global organizations. She discusses the evolution of sustainability from corporate side projects to core business strategy, the importance of building relationships to influencing change and leading with a clear set of values.

Disney’s Christina Carey Dunleavy on Leadership, Change and Inclusive Storytelling

Alumna Christina Carey Dunleavy ’98, reflects on her journey from Kean University to Disney, earning an MBA in Ireland and the value of inclusive storytelling, mentorship and trusting yourself through every career pivot. She shares empowering leadership lessons on embracing change and chasing curiosity.

Women Leaders on AI, Confidence and Career Growth

Three accomplished leaders, Kean University alumna Alexa Canas ’13, Tiffany Perkins-Munn, Ph.D., and Dr. Karma Brown Warren, continue their candid conversation on leadership, career growth and navigating rapid change in today’s workplace. They explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, why confidence is built through action and how women can advocate for themselves.

Career Growth, Pivots and Purpose - Panel Discussion Part 1

Three accomplished leaders, Kean University alumna Alexa Canas ’13, Tiffany Perkins-Munn, Ph.D., and Dr. Karma Brown Warren, reflect on the pivotal moments that shaped their careers. They share how they navigated nonlinear paths across industries including the NFL, finance and medicine, and how they made bold pivots, set clear work-life boundaries and used their voices to lead with impact.