The month of March brings fresh energy, awakening, and a moment to honor the women in our orbit making fierce impacts in their communities. In this Dreamkeeper Spotlight, we have the privilege of doing just that with Ruth Jurgensen, Executive Director of the NBA Foundation. Ruth embodies courage, authenticity, and bold purpose; showing us how hard work, vision, and an audacious approach to life can align us with our higher calling. She invites us into her world of nurturing y

Owning your power, claiming your space, and mastering the role — this is what Erin Offord, CEO of Big Thought, brings to the table and conversation. Rooted in a philosophy of abundance and attuned to her intuition, she approaches leadership from a place of community and support, not ego. My conversation with Erin left me feeling empowered to embrace my own unique gifts and challenged the way I perceive life’s obstacles. Her bold ambition, authenticity, and deep commitment to

Rooted in legacy, building from cultural excellence, and branching toward futures shaped by joy, justice, and genius.. Dr. Gholdy Muhammad is a cultivator of brilliance, with the spirit of an educator and the soul of a historian, her work dares to imagine classrooms not just as spaces of learning, but as sanctuaries of joy, purpose, and profound belonging. " I think it’s okay to live in your own world, in your own joy, even if people don’t understand it yet. You might need to

Humility, integrity, a commitment to others, leadership, and devotion to family; these are the qualities that define Byron Sanders. As a community leader and the CEO and founder of Arete Health , he places the health and care of people at the forefront, shaping both his life and career around a profound sense of purpose. A former leader in education, Sanders has continually bet on himself to build a legacy, impact society, and create opportunities for others along the way. He

A journey of the unexpected, guided by faith and a strong belief in dreaming boldly, Shawnee Caruthers shared with me how the redirections in her life, moments that once felt like failures, ultimately led to something greater. Like many of us, Shawnee had her path to success carefully planned, but it was the curveballs and the pushes to take a different road that shaped her into the person she is today. Her willingness and passion to pour into others and selflessly give back

When you speak with Veronne Clark, one thing becomes instantly clear, you’re in the presence of a passionate, visionary force. A fiery, forward-thinking leader in social impact, Veronne doesn’t just talk about change, she embodies it. Her words spark something deep, a pull toward purpose. The moment you hear her speak about what it truly means to serve others, you feel it: the call to do more, to reach further, and to connect more deeply with your community. “I remember from

An idealist and a trail blazer immediately come to mind when talking to Natalie Tran. As the Executive Director of the CAA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Creative Artists Agency, she’s extended her impact beyond her title. She’s spearheaded the Civic Alliance and the I Am A Voter campaign, putting the importance of civic engagement at the heart of her mission, paving the way for a more inclusive future for the next generation. Natalie is everything that being a Dr

Dr. Brandon Nicholson isn’t just leading an organization, he’s shaping a movement. As the Chief Executive Officer of The Hidden Genius Project , he’s on a mission to support, guide, and mentor Black male youth in technology creation, entrepreneurship and leadership skills. Growing up in Oakland, California he credits those who have poured into him along his journey to success. This is the spark and inspiration behind the organization. Giving back and paying it forward, it’s a

A Dreamkeeper™ (adapted from Langston Hughes’ poem of the same name) is an adult mentor who protects, nurtures, and amplifies the dreams of our young people. They illuminate possibilities, helping youth navigate their own personal journey toward prosperity. Dreamkeepers™ make sure we don't defer the dreams of a generation, but instead create pathways for those dreams to transform the entirety of our collective futures. The Dreamkeeper™ Spotlight celebrates the individuals w

Kara May is the Executive Director of Arts and Partnerships and Co-Founder of Art in Motion, a creative arts charter school on Chicago’s South Side that she co-founded with hip hop artist Common, the Distinctive Schools Network, and a local church. As a Dreamkeeper™, Kara has not just built a school, but has started a movement designed to foster artistic creativity, compassion, and courageous dreaming among Black and Brown youth. Kara’s own dream and story are deeply interwov