Dr. Brian Dinkins
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION:
“Leading with your WHY: Setting the conditions for mental and behavioral health for students and adults”
ABOUT DR. DINKINS
 Dr. Brian Dinkins is the author and creator of Emotionally-Inclusive Practices, a rising professional development trainer, keynote and motivational speaker, and founder of the Center for Empowering Education where he serves as CEO. Brian also teaches future principals in the educational leadership program at Marian University in Indianapolis, IN.
Raised by a single mother in the inner city of Indianapolis, he performed poorly in high school graduating with a 1.9 GPA. But—with support of Indianapolis Public School teachers, coaches, and mentors—he went on to earn a B.A. from Purdue University, two master’s degrees, Ed.S and doctorate in educational leadership. His dissertation research focuses on the "Emotional Intelligence of Teachers, Impact on the Discipline Outcomes of African American Male Students in Urban Schools."
Brian has served as turnaround principal in four high poverty schools, including traditional, charter, and private schools and has committed his work to serving children and families in need.
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION:
“Leading with your WHY: Setting the conditions for mental and behavioral health for students and adults”
In the book Onward by Elena Aguilar, she quotes, "When you know yourself well....you gain clarity on your purpose in life and work. In this empowering, introspective session, we will explore the great value of examining our WHY as leaders and teachers and how it compels us to fight through adversity for the sake of children and families. Dr. Dinkins will share his journey from living in poverty to teaching and leading in the world's most important profession, education. Please join him as he hopes to empower, inspire, and maybe even educate you about the importance of leading with your WHY.