Introducing a new segment--Higher Edification! In future episodes we'll hear about how higher education touches our lives. This commentary sets the table for the importance and personal impact that higher ed has on our personal leadership.

Note: A passage from the book "Footprints of Black Louisiana" was shared on this episode. It reads that Xavier University of Louisiana opened in 1915, however, Xavier opened in 1925.

The views expressed on "For Our Edification" do not reflect the views of any entity with which the hosts or guests are affiliated.

Carlos Henry is serious about two things--leadership and winning. Having grown up in a challenging environment (to put it mildly), Carlos made his mind up that he would be the best he could possibly be. And he hasn't looked back. Not even 30 years old, Carlos visited "For Our Edification" to talk about what makes him so hungry for greatness, what he has learned about himself in his leadership setbacks, and how he practices personal leadership.

About Carlos Henry

Carlos' Website: https://carlosjhenrywinz.com/

Carlos J. Henry is the world’s greatest leadership speaker. He started his career in 2023 with a focus on leadership. As a result of years in leadership roles, he discovered that others are struggling to recognize themselves as leaders and become contributing members to their community. Combined with his experience and desire to help, he took to the stage with the goal of reaching as many people as possible in the realm of leadership.

Today, Carlos' talks will inspire you and create a detailed plan to build up your community. He is a highly sought after speaker, author, and coach. His book, Winnerz Win is an industry favorite and has inspired his coaching business. Carlos has inspired leaders to create contributing members to the community.

The views expressed on "For Our Edification" do not reflect the views of any entity with which the hosts or guests are affiliated.

For Dominique Luster, archives are more than artifacts. They're stories that both give life to history and provide direction for the future. A passionate professional archivist and proud product of Kentucky, Dominique visited "For Our Edification" to talk about how her work informs her personal growth and development as well as her leadership path.

About Dominique Luster

Dominique's Website: https://www.thelustercompany.com/

Dominique is a professional archivist, researcher, storyteller and founder of The Luster Company, an agency that offers professional archival and storytelling services to uplift Black stories.

She has previously worked as a liaison librarian at the University of Pittsburgh, where she received her MLIS in library and information science. Dominique is also a proud University of Kentucky Wildcat where she earned her B.A. in theatre design and technology. As a student, she apprenticed at Actors Theatre of Louisville, The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, and the Dorset Theatre Festival. Dominique also took her studies abroad as a Fulbright scholar at the Freie Universität Berlin in Germany.

The views expressed on "For Our Edification" do not reflect the views of any entity with which the hosts or guests are affiliated.