About JD
I am a…
Business mentor, Christian, Connector, Consultant, Educator/Teacher, Gay, Idea generator, Life mentor, Writer/Editor
Bio
I cultivate dreams in myself and others by building bridges, inspiring greatness, encouraging growth, and living passionately. For nearly two years I've done this at Stanford, Columbia, and NYU. In 2012 I finished my doctorate of higher education management at Penn.
I'm passionate about
Using TED Talks in the classroom, mentoring young people, and telling stories
An idea worth spreading
Daniel Pink says "Mastery is getting better and better at something that matters." What matters most to you?
Areas of expertise
Communications Coach, Doctor of Education, Educator,, Entrepreneur Coach, LGBTQ+, Playwright, Suicide Recovery
The TED story
I saw Glenna Fraumeni deliver a 3 minute TED talk at TED Active in 2010. She blew me away. I wrote in my journal "when will I tell my story, maybe next year???" And in March of 2011 I was back at TED Active and spent four minutes on the TED stage that changed my life.