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Michelle Courtney Berry (she/her/hers), Founder/CEO of Courtney Consulting Enterprises, LLC, creator of the "Workplace Doc" initiative, and founder of America Rises has launched three wellness enterprises, delivered over 5,000 keynotes and talks throughout the US, Canada, and Africa, and is considered an expert on the science behind creating healthy workplaces and building inclusive, equitable teams. An internationally-trained health and wellness and burnout reduction expert, international best-selling author ("Keeping Calm in Chaos: how to work well, live well, and love abundantly no matter what), in-demand leadership coach, transformative keynote speaker, humorist, actor, and versatile trainer who focuses on the psychology of workplace behavior and its impact on teams, morale, communication, costs, and innovation, Michelle is also a two-time TEDx and two-time SXSW speaker, who has appeared on "Good Morning America," and received praise from Oprah Winfrey and has opened for and shared stages with Dr. Maya Angelou, Howard Zinn, Mos Def, and The Dalai Lama. Michelle holds a graduate degree in Organizational Communication and Risk Communication from Cornell University and a dual-BA degree in English, Literature & Political Science from Binghamton University, where she was a Presidential Scholar and Commencement Speaker. She is currently a part-time doctoral scholar at Le Moyne College in Executive Leadership where she researches the types of leaders best equipped to interrupt toxic workplace cultures. Find her on the web at: www.michellecourtneyberry.com, Linked In - LinkedIn.com/in/michelleberry Facebook/michellecourtneyberry and on Instagram @mcbspeaker
Gladys Brangman
Gladys has taken her entrepreneurial and organizational talents to the community, organizing and running a technical assistance program called Business Leaders of Colors, also known as BLOC. This network of business owners, entrepreneurs, consultants, and social justice leaders is located in Ithaca, NY and was created to level the playing field and create a cooperative space for commerce that serves the underserved business community.
As the Founder and CEO of Business Leaders of Colors, Gladys’ goal is to support and nurture business owners of colors throughout the region. Gladys also provides technical assistance to clients in Binghamton, NY as an Adjunct Instructor at SUNY Broome Community College. Originally from Albany, NY, Gladys has a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from SUNY Cortland and a master’s degree in Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation from Abilene Christian University. Gladys has lived in Tompkins County for the better part of 35 years. She makes her home in Lansing, NY, teaches dance when she can and believes that there is no higher calling than that of a servant.
Jennifer D. Meira Fonseca
Jennifer Diane Meira Fonseca, a Senior Management Consultant and lead facilitator at Cornell University's Division of Human Resources, combines her extensive experience with a profound understanding of human connection and personal growth. As a cisgender, spiritual, working-class, temporarily able-bodied mother of two amazing daughters, Jennifer identifies as a white Euro-American who is deeply curious about the full human experience.
For nearly two decades, Jennifer has been devoted to fostering the development of individuals and teams on their journey of personal and professional growth. Her expertise lies in creating spaces for engagement and inclusivity, focusing on team dynamics, conflict management, and cultivating a culture of genuine belonging and respect. She has played a pivotal role in building engaged and inclusive teams both within Cornell and the broader Ithaca community.
She brings a lifetime of experience and engaged learning to her work, passionately guiding others in their journey towards reconnecting with their limitless wisdom and reawakening their unique genius. Jennifer believes that the beauty of the world lies in its perfect imperfection. Our experiences help us uncover our unique brilliance and lead lives that connect us deeply with one another. By allowing our whole selves to exist in this world, we can experience the joy of being present with radiant beauty, love, and connectivity.
Debra Howell
As the Director of Information Technology Operations at Cornell University's University Library, Debra brings over 20 years of valuable expertise in driving strategic direction across all facets of information technology. With a flair for creativity and dynamism, Debra excels in leading and facilitating intricate workplace and technology processes while nurturing internal talent and fostering effective collaboration for optimal computing environments. She boasts a rich background in facilitation, organizational change and development, teambuilding, and leadership. Debra obtained her Masters of Industrial and Labor Relations degree from Cornell University in 2006 and holds certifications as a Project Management Professional (2008), as well as a Master Trainer and Master Resiliency Trainer certified by the Office of the Secretary of Defense.
Angela Noble-Grange
A graduate of the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, Angela Noble-Grange is a senior lecturer of management communication and teaches oral communication and management writing at Johnson. Her interests include persuasive speaking and writing, as well as gender and race differences in message perception.
Noble-Grange was the founding director of the Office for Women and Minorities in Business (now the Office of Diversity and Inclusion) in 1999 and president of the Noble Economic Development Group, a micro enterprise development consulting company, from June 1994 to January 1999. Noble-Grange has served on numerous boards and is currently a trustee for Paul Smith's College in the Adirondacks. She earned her BA in communication studies and Russian in 1983 and her MBA from Johnson in 1994.
Mickie Quinn
Mickie Quinn brings her 30+ years of promotion and branding experience to Ithaca College's Roy H. Park School of Communications where she maintains the school's identity and voice through social media, internal and external communications, producing events, and designing collateral material for prospective students and potential donors. Additionally, she shares that experience with her student group, Park Promotions, whose mission is to shine a spotlight on all things Park.
Mickie serves her regional community as "The Mighty Mickie Quinn" by producing and promoting shows for theatrical and nightlife venues that showcase the talents of many diverse artists. From competitive storytelling to burlesque to festivals to inclusive consent-oriented dance parties, she has a knack for bringing people together. Mickie consults and runs workshops on artistic branding and promotion for the Community Arts Partnership as well as private clients.