Скачать или смотреть The Ripple Effect of Mentoring | Alonda Williams | TEDxEdmonds College

Mentoring is a catalyst for lasting change that benefits everyone. In her talk, Alonda Williams delves into the profound economic and societal impacts of mentoring, revealing that it’s not just kids who gain, but mentors themselves and the communities around them. Alonda illustrates how investing in mentorship creates a ripple effect that strengthens individuals, enriches communities, and builds a foundation for a more resilient society.
Alonda Williams is the President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound, the largest mentoring organization in the state of Washington. She is responsible for the strategic vision, advocacy, managing operations, program impact and community relationships. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound serves over 3000 youth, families and mentors (Bigs) in the greater Seattle and Tacoma area.


Alonda has over 20 years of leadership experience across technology, education, and the nonprofit industries. In addition to the Y, she has led teams for several companies including Microsoft, Verizon Wireless and Qualcomm as well as Bellevue College. While Alonda has deep subject matter expertise in Product Management, Mentoring, Marketing, Inclusive Communications, Fundraising and CRM, she is equally passionate about Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and people development. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx