It's about being bold, breaking away from what I describe as the sea of sameness."

- Arra Yerganian

In this episode, Ana Melikian welcomes Arra Yerganian, a seasoned executive and visionary leader, to discuss a transformative approach to education. Together, they delve into the limitations of the traditional factory model of education and the innovative strategies that can redefine learning for young leaders.

Arra shares his journey from a chief marketing officer to leading the Institute for Civic Leadership (ICL) Foundation, emphasizing the power of curiosity and breaking away from the sea of sameness to inspire change. He highlights the importance of purpose-driven leadership, articulating a vision that encourages young individuals to excel and become champions in their own right.

The conversation explores the ICL Foundation's mission to inspire, educate, and support the next generation of leaders through engaging master classes and mentorship opportunities. Arra illustrates how world-class mentorship can combat educational inequities and rigid learning models, promoting holistic support, flexible learning, and character development.

The episode also features remarkable stories of young people who, through the support of the ICL Foundation, have been able to turn challenges into opportunities for success on the global stage. Arra invites listeners to consider becoming mentors or supporters, emphasizing that every contribution makes a significant impact.

Let's dive in!

This week on the MINDSET ZONE:

00:00 Introduction to Factory Education Models

00:21 Meet Our Host and Guest

00:59 Ara Yarganian's Career and Insights

05:14 The Mission of the ICL Foundation

07:26 Inspiring the Next Generation

13:56 Educational Innovations and Challenges

22:10 Success Stories and Impact

25:05 Conclusion and Call to Action

About The Guest

Arra Yerganian has been recognized by colleagues as a ‘client-side innovator in residence, a brand and digital marketing visionary, and a customer experience evangelist’. Yerganian is a bold leader balancing patience and understanding with laser focused determination. He has led international organizations seeking measurable and impactful marketing and business development results.

Arra Yerganian believe strongly that education is the great equalizer, and that no child should be held back from pursuing their passion due to financial hardship or pressure from teachers who don’t understand that a young person’s passion can shape their personality and future. To put his passions to work, he also serves as president of the ICL Foundation, a non-profit educational thinktank. Mr. Yerganian is responsible for informing and motivating champions from industry, sport, the arts, and science to financially support students who are already hard-wired for success in life.

Arra Yerganian

Connect with:

Linkedin.com/in/arrayerganian/

TheICLfoundation.org

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