Joanna Ramirez
2018 Bush Fellow
Dr. Joanna Ramirez sees women entrepreneurs of color — the fastest growing group of entrepreneurs — as a solution to the racial wealth gap. From her work with the Metropolitan Economic Development Association (Meda), she knows that entrepreneurship among families of color increases income at significant rates. She wants to be at the forefront of creating a vibrant business ecosystem that supports women entrepreneurs of color. With the understanding that this work will take compelling leadership, she seeks to grow from successful program manager to strategic leader. She will immerse herself in leadership programs for women and study innovative social entrepreneurship models.
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I am so glad to have the fellowship framed in terms of a journey. What I would say to a new fellow is buckle up!…
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As a nonprofit leader, the experience of having a Bush Fellowship is unlike anything else. Typically, nonprofit organizations do not have the resources to invest…
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Where do I go from here? My fellowship journey started with a question: “as a female leader, what do I want?” Not what needs to…