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At The Leaders’ Table, we shine a light on how leaders rise to the moment.
In each episode, civic changemakers share the decisions they’ve wrestled with, the values that guide them, and the practical tools that help them lead through challenge and change.
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Jean Desravines knows the power of leadership because it changed his life. As CEO of New Leaders, he reflects on how education and mentorship shaped his path and continue to drive his commitment to service.
In this episode, Jean shares lessons from his father and high school principal, and why he believes strong leaders exist in everyday public service. He speaks to the role of empathy, the importance of staying connected to community, and the need to lead with clarity and purpose.
A grounded conversation about mission, trust, and what it means to show up with intention.
Jonah Edelman spent years resisting the legacy of his family before learning to embrace it on his own terms. In this episode, the co-founder of Stand for Children shares how his path was shaped by personal experience, public service, and the influence of his mother, Marian Wright Edelman.
He reflects on nearly three decades of leading Stand for Children, how his mindset shifted over time, and what it took to overcome doubt and impostor syndrome. Jonah speaks candidly about prioritizing purpose over ambition and why humility, mindfulness, and sustainability are essential to lasting leadership.
A powerful story about legacy, growth, and staying grounded in service.
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