“The Certificate Cohort has provided practical strategies to foster a more inclusive workplace and is helping me to be a diversity champion within our organization. I have found the thoughtful discussions with Dr. Andrea Hendricks and other area HR/DE&I/Executive leaders to be especially beneficial.”

“I am so proud to be part of the Certificate Program with Authentico and Dr. Hendricks. It's been really insightful and has helped me grow as a DEI professional. I love the opportunity to build relationships with the other leaders in the cohort. Dr. Hendricks fosters a safe space to share openly and learn from each other. She has brought in incredible speakers who have taught and challenged us. I highly recommend this program to anyone interested in growing personally and professionally in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion field.”

“I've had the privilege of participating in Authentico’s Certificate Program, which has been an eye-opening experience. This program has allowed me to learn alongside top professionals from various industries. Through this, we have had deep discussions that have given me the confidence to be an effective leader. I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of such an empowering program.”

“First, I want to thank the brilliant minds that thought to make such an incredible opportunity for change champions like me. The DE&I Certificate of Mastery and Capstone Program is an experience I am honored to be a part of. This program is unlike any other DEI or Diversity Equity program; it is based on facts not feelings, with a true real-world practicality that makes each session transformational. If you are on the fence about the time commitment, don’t be you will find yourself wishing the classes weren’t just once a month. If you are skeptical about the financial investment, my question to you would be, how much is your intellectual equity worth? The ROI is 3x what was promised, and I haven’t completed the program. P.S. They didn’t even pay me to say this. It’s just that good!”

“My experience in the class is so humbling, because I am not judged, and I am around cohort members/people that are knowledgeable and willing to help me.  I learn better in a room full of learners”

I’m experiencing meaningful interpersonal growth. Even with my own diversity and individuality, I’m realizing there are still layers to explore when it comes to inclusivity. The Inclusive Leadership Cohort Program has opened my eyes to the richness of others’ experiences and backgrounds, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn from them. I’ve learned that even when people share the same race or ethnicity, it doesn’t mean they share the same lens, story, or lived experiences.

I joined the Inclusive Leadership Cohort Program after seeing the impact it had on many of my colleagues and through our strong partnership with Dr. Hendricks. When I learned a spot had opened up, I knew I wanted to be part of this experience. I was excited to build new and diverse connections and to learn from others who do similar work in different organizations. Listening to others and absorbing their insights has been incredibly valuable. I’ve gained tools and perspectives that I can bring into our company’s strategic planning, and I’ve learned so much about myself as a leader. This experience has truly expanded both my self-awareness and my leadership practice.