338 - Strategic Planning and Promoting Cultural Understanding with Ed Vargas
338 - Strategic Planning and Promoting Cultural Understanding with Ed Vargas
Listeners, we are back this week with Ed Vargas
In today's episode, we sit down with the dynamic Ed Vargas, an international speaker, author, and consultant. From his diverse cultural heritage to his relentless pursuit of education while navigating familial challenges, Ed's journey is filled with resilience, determination, and a commitment to giving back. Join us as we delve into Ed's fascinating life and career, and uncover the valuable insights and impactful initiatives that have shaped his path.
Ed Vargas, B.S.C., J.D., is an international speaker-author-consultant with executive marketing sales experience in the packaging industry, a former editor, publisher and international conference director for a B2B nonwovens publishing group and has led and collaborated with nonprofit community groups that make a positive difference.
After 10+ years of Digital Program Management with AT&T’s eCommerce group, Ed’s passionate about the Ethical and Humane Use of Tech for Social Good impacts.
He has been a proactive changemaker throughout his career with education, leadership programs, employee resource groups, representation, marketing communications and strategic planning.
He was first in his family to attend college, with a B.S.C. and J.D. from Santa Clara University, executive management publishing programs at Cornell and Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism.
During this episode we talked about:
00:00 Ed is a proactive leader with varied roles.
08:24 Accepted at Jesuit school, got full scholarship.
12:55 Recovered from injury, changed college plans, played in band.
20:21 Advocating for voice and equality in society.
26:38 Food connects, enhances experience, creates festive occasions.
28:05 Eating local food builds connections with others.
34:31 Defeated higher-ranked team despite exhaustion, driven by community.
42:04 Blood clot experience drives philanthropic actions.
45:03 Partnered with Mercy Housing for affordable housing.
53:34 Supporting entrepreneurs focused on environment or poverty.
58:03 Car bouncing, diverse food, cultural entertainment event.
01:02:08 Encouraging students to plan for tech careers.
01:10:19 Encourage long-term thinking, goal setting, and support.
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