EXPLORE, DIG DEEPER, CELEBRATE STORIES OF LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY
Chanda Smith Baker is back with a fresh take on the award-winning Conversations with Chanda podcast. A nationally respected CEO, philanthropist, community leader and entrepreneur, Chanda continues tackling the gritty issues that communities wrestle with — race, leadership, philanthropy social justice and more — but dives even deeper into the profoundly personal stories that drive her guests to use their voice, leadership and resources to make a difference in their communities. From national luminaries like Eric Holder, Dr. Yaba Blay, Valerie Jarret and Ibram X. Kendi to local Twin Cities entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and business and community leaders making an impact, the Conversations with Chanda podcast explores, digs deeper and celebrates what’s relevant in our communities NOW.
THIS SEASON
women in
law enforcement
In this live event at the Medtronic Club, U.S. Bank Stadium, Chanda interviews panelists Alice White, Deborah Montgomery, and Kris Arneson on their experiences and insights in recruiting and retaining women in law enforcement.
Dr. rachel r. hardeman
& simone hardeman-jones
Dr. Rachel R. Hardeman is a Professor at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health and Director of the Center for Antiracism Research for Health Equity, and Simone Hardeman-Jones, Executive Director of GreenLight Fund Twin Cities, both trailblazers and twin sisters committed to equity and social justice. We explore the powerful legacies of black Minnesotan families and their impact on community service and leadership,
lee
hawkins
Lee Hawkins,Pulitzer Prize finalist, shares his journey uncovering years of family history, revealing the intertwined lives of Black and White families and the impact of historical trauma on contemporary America.
WHERE TO LISTEN
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Shaping the Future: Women’s Role in Law Enforcement Live Event
Minneapolis, MN — Imagine a safer world with more women in law enforcement. At Smith Baker, we’re bringing people together to make this vision a reality. Studies show that female officers use less force, have fewer complaints, and are more trusted by communities. They also achieve better outcomes for crime victims, especially in sexual assault cases, and make fewer discretionary arrests. To inspire and encourage more women to join this vital field, Smith Baker, a leading executive coaching and strategic consulting firm, is proud to announce, ‘Shaping the Future: Women’s Role in Law Enforcement.’ The event
