“The EDI experience has empowered me to trust my instincts and listen to my inner voice, to be more apt to speak up and speak out, and to have the confidence to take risks and learn from my failures”
-Alisa Yannello, Class of 2011
HR Strategic Business Partner, Bonneville Power Administration
“EDI has reinforced what my grandmother would always say to me, “Never forget where you come from or who you are and always know where you want to go in life.” Because of EDI, I’ve reconnected with my Hispanic heritage and am more confident in who I am and what I know.”
- James Parico, Class of 2011
Relationship Manager, KeyBank
“I am thankful for EDI, not just for the education and knowledge but also for the empowerment and friendships. Because of EDI, I am more confident in myself, my culture and am grateful for the success EDI has helped me attain.”
-Roy Slack, Class of 2010
Vice President, Banner Bank.
“No other training ever acknowledged that my cultural upbringing heavily influenced my leadership style. EDI changed the way I lead, providing me the necessary tools to leverage the diversity of my organization.”
- Chad Oishi, Class of 2000
Director, The Boeing Company
“I have some great news to share with EDI. Back in 2008, I was first exposed to the World Affairs Council through my group Community Service Project with my EDI team. We did a fundraiser, which was actually one of the biggest lessons in teamwork I’ve ever learned (and I’ve used the example several times in interviews). After the project and graduation, I was looking for an organization to be involved with as part of my MBA Program at Seattle University. I needed to practice leadership in public speaking as part of the Leadership Formation Certificate Program.Elaine Chang put me in touch with the World Affairs Council Global Classroom Program. After I completed the MBA Program, I joined the World Affairs Council Young Professionals International Network (YPIN), and applied for a Board position. I have been volunteering my time as a Board Member for the last year, and was just elected to be Board President this year! As YPIN Board President, I also sit on the Board of Trustees for the World Affairs Council. This is my first formal board role and I’m very excited! I just wanted to thank EDI for making this opportunity possible, and for giving me the skills and confidence to take leadership roles in the community.”
- Gloria Chang, Class of 2008,
Program Manager at Boeing
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