in our tribe

In this episode of In Our Tribe, we're honored to welcome Lydia Ramirez, EVP and Chief Operating Officer at Five Star Bank. A corporate trailblazer and inclusive thought leader, she shares her journey through the financial sector, her passion for empowering women in leadership, and her commitment to creating space for Latinx voices. Named one of ALPFA's 50 Most Powerful Latinas and a member of the Program Advisory Committee for YDN's Creciente Latinx Leadership Program, she brings insight, heart, and purpose to every conversation. This episode is a powerful reflection on resilience, representation, and leading with intention.

In this episode of In Our Tribe, we welcome Sergio Robles — Vice Mayor of Elk Grove, Senior Fellow of YDN's Creciente Latinx Leadership Program, and member of the National Guard. Sergio opens up about his path to leadership, the lessons he's learned along the way, and the importance of creating space for Latinx voices in our communities. It's a thoughtful and uplifting conversation about service, resilience, and leading with heart.

We are so excited to share in this episode the important work that Afripeace from Sacramento is doing to provide life transforming experiences for youth through a cultural exchange program. The Youth Peace and Cultural Education Program aims to promote global education and conflict resolution among the youth through exchanges between US and African youth. The year- long conflict resolution orientation and cultural immersion program culminates in a 4 week summer trip to a select African country by 10-15 students with 2 teachers as guides. A special thank you to Dr. Ernest Uwazie, Founder and CEO of Afripeace and Julius Austin, Afripeace Board of Director for your leadership and mindfulness.

This episode is for all of our fellow hip-hop heads and aficionados! Paul WIllis has been in the lab in Boston assembling his latest and greatest work, titled Hip Hop Leadership. Hip Hop Leadership is an album, book, and curriculum that focuses on 10 core values of hip hop leadership. We are proud to endorse Hip Hop Leadership as an absolute must have for youth developers, and leaders world-wide. Listen in and get involved! for more information go to https://hiphopleadershipbook.com/

For the third installment of the Creciente Leadership Inspiración Series, Adrian is joined by author, actor, and owner of the largest collection of Chicano Art: Cheech Marin. Adrian and Cheech discuss his history with the arts, the importance of the Chicano Movement, and how we make sure we show up for ourselves and our community.

In this episode of in our tribe Adrian sits down with leadership extraordinaire Doni Blumenstock to discuss her journey as a leader of leaders and what is needed now more than ever to lead in this brave New World.

Have you heard about the amazing work being done by The Central Valley Journalism Collaborative (CVJC) that is fighting to protect the first amendment by building a vibrant local free press? CVJC Executive Director, Alma Martinez and Executive Editor, Joe Kieta join Adrian to discuss how they are bringing real news back and engaging the community in their efforts to ensure the people of the Central Valley have a source for real and diverse news.

In episode 74 we are joined by two of Sacramento's Cohort 3 Changemakers and Senior Fellows of Creciente, a YDN Latinx leadership program. Tune in to hear what Monica and Armando have to say about creating and inspiring change throughout the Sacramento region and what being recognized for their efforts means to both of them. ¡Adelante!

In episode 83 we are joined by Creciente Latino/Latinx Leadership Program Fellow Alex Cadenas. We know you will enjoy Alex's story on how his upbringing and professional development has prepared him to be a trusted resource for the Latino community and all Californians. We need more leaders like Mr. Cadenas.