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Boys & Girls Clubs/Non-Profit Leaders of Color

Season 47 Episode 39

Stephen talks with the new CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan, Shawn Wilson, about his partnership with Detroit rapper Big Sean and his efforts to transform the facilities in the area. lus, we'll talk with two young African American executives who are working to develop and support other leaders of color in the non-profit sector. Episode 4739

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