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In this episode, Aristide Collins talks about the value of and relationship between mentors and mentees. "Mentorship is foundational. It's something that we all should hopefully seek. And I think it would really make all of us better, stronger professionals and leaders."

Aristide Collins, BA, MPA, EdD

Aristide J. Collins Jr., vice president, chief of staff, and secretary of the university at The George Washington University, will be leaving his role in July 2023 to become the executive vice president, chief administrative officer, and chief of staff at Strada Education Foundation, an Indianapolis-based nonprofit that supports programs, policies, and organizations that strengthen connections between post-secondary education and opportunity.

His expertise includes executive leadership in university governance, institutional advancement, facilitating and managing the implementation of the Board of Trustees, and presidential and university-wide initiatives to advance organizational priorities. These include strategic planning, administrative operations, executive search and transition, government and community engagement and relations, crisis communication strategy, leadership development, and organizational assessment and evaluation.

Respected as a credible voice in finding strategic solutions to often competing interests, establishing partnerships, and creating and nurturing relationships, Dr. Collins is also a champion for the next generation of thought leaders. As such, he speaks and coaches regularly on philanthropy, leadership, and governance for a variety of organizations.

Resources:

Workforce Coaching, Mentoring, and Counseling: Emerging Research and Opportunities (2019) by Jayaranjani Sutha

The Talent Code: Greatness isn't born. It's grown. (2020) by Daniel Coyle

The Mentor's Guide: Facilitating Effective Learning Relationships 3rd Edition (2022) by Lois J. Zacahry and Lisa Z. Fahn

The Mentee's Guide: Making Mentoring Work for You 1st Edition (2009) by Lois J. Zachary and Lory A. Fischler