All NSLDC speakers and presenters have been dedicated to the issues of Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice for their entire professional lives. Our presenters are professional speakers, college professors, researchers, and practitioners.
LaMarr Magnus M.S. YogaFit, MBSR LV1 My background in Exercise Psychology/Human Performance and holding positions as a Fitness Director has allowed me to become an expert in the field exercise psychology. In particular with building value and understanding of self as fitness professional. As a credentialed mindfulness instructor, I teach strategies and practices of mindfulness […]
Annitra Taylor was ordained as a minister in 1987. She works with diverse classes, races, ethnicities and religions in her ministry as well as an emergency life-saving skills instructor since 1999. Currently, she is also on staff at Malcolm X College among the City Colleges of Chicago as a lecturer for Basic Life Support CPR. […]
Ariana Nuñez-Restituyo graduated with her B.S. in Public Health with a minor in Psychology from Rutgers University in 2015 and continued her education at the Rutgers School of Public Health to complete her MPH with a concentration in Epidemiology in 2019. Her career began as a Community Health Worker at the Central Jersey Family Health […]
Born and raised in the vibrant city of Reading, Pennsylvania, Giovanni Negron-Garcia has emerged as a symbol of resilience, determination, and inspiration. Growing up amidst the challenges of poverty, Giovanni faced tough battles with his overall wellness from an early age. However, he transformed adversity into strength, becoming a beacon of hope for others on […]
Sarah used to wear smaller jeans and fake a smile. She was fighting a losing battle with herself. She was in denial and was exhausted – but she would’ve never admitted it. Around five years ago, Sarah decided she didn’t want to be that girl anymore. Rather than trying to be a superwoman for everyone […]
Amy Paciej-Woodruff is an associate professor and the Higher Education Administration MS program coordinator at Marywood University. She teaches courses in research, leadership and administration. She joined the faculty after 23 years as a student affairs practitioner at six institutions in areas of responsibilities including residence life, student conduct, leadership development, fraternity/sorority life and Behavioral […]
National Speaker and Best-Selling Author Sam Brown will impact any stage he touches. For over a decade, schools, organizations, universities and people from all over have benefited from the authentic, relatable, inspirational and empowering keynotes / presentations. Whether the topic is teamwork, finding your leadership style, growing through what you go through, making your best […]
Duncan Kirkwood is a highly regarded global resilience speaker, author, and educator dedicated to inspiring individuals and communities worldwide. Born and raised in Buffalo, New York, Duncan attended Alabama State University, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Communications before completing his Master’s degree in Public Administration. While in his last year of undergrad, Duncan enlisted in […]
Christopher C. Irving, is an educational consultant who travels to different colleges and school districts all around the country.
Jose Luis Posos is the Program Manager at CMI, bringing significant years of experience in the area of mental health, diversity training, and leadership training.
Ayannah Johnson has been a leadership and diversity trainer with The Cecilyn Miller Institute for Leadership and Diversity, since 2010 and has traveled throughout the U.S. training individuals with the company.