We All Have the Power to Build Bridges | Deanna Singh | TEDxUWMilwaukee

Singh will focus on a series of stories from her life that illustrates that we all have the power to build bridges. Deanna is living proof that even when we are scared, sad, or angry, we must continue to build bridges to one another. Deanna Singh is recognized as a leading authority in building innovative opportunities within underserved communities. As Chief Change Agent and Founder of Flying Elephants, Deanna is a highly-respected thought leader, who has spent almost 20 years researching, designing and building asset based solutions to complex social challenges. A gifted communicator, Deanna’s interactive style combines personal stories with authenticity, vulnerability and humor that takes the audience on a journey of self-discovery. An entrepreneurial businesswoman and trailblazer, Deanna also serves as the President of the Dohmen Company Foundation. Her 15 years of education administration, entrepreneurship and advocacy experience also included leadership positions with the Burke Foundation, Robert W. Baird Foundation, Milwaukee Renaissance Academy, Legal Action of Wisconsin and The Milwaukee Street Law Project. Singh recently published a children’s book, I am a Boy of Color. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx