Square Pizza Podcast

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The Square Pizza podcast focuses on the intersection of education, innovation, and diversity. We host and interview leaders doing incredible work around the country to ensure all students have access to an equitable education. The Square Pizza podcast is hosted by SchermCo, a social-impact implementation firm that offers strategic implementation and project management services to schools and education-focused organizations across the country.

Link to podcast episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/829513/episodes/15909425

Welcome back to another episode of the #squarepizzapod. This week, Greg is in conversation with Mario Jovan Shaw, Founder & Coaching Consultant, Messy Roots. Messy Roots is a community that offers services to grow current and aspiring coaches of color.

In this episode:

  • Shares his Teach For America experience
  • Profound Gentlemen
    • Building from the Ground Up: Mario reflects on the challenges and lessons learned while creating an impactful organization.
    • Effective Leadership: He discusses the importance of leading with intention and authenticity.
      • 1,000 male educators of color
      • Multi-million $$$ budget
    • Self-Discovery: Personal experiences reveal the transformative nature of leadership.
  • Messy Roots
    • Symbolism of the name
      • The intricate connections between a plant’s roots and the complexities of leadership.
    • Designed for coaches and organizations
    • Messy Roota Podcast