2024 Innovators of Color Announced at ASU+GSV Summit

Written By Emma Stokes

The ASU+GSV Summit has announced who will be receiving their annual Innovators of Color award. 

The event annually awards individuals who have significantly contributed to education and workforce skills with the GSV Lifetime Achievement Award, Innovators of Color Award, and Power of Women (#POW) Award. These awards recognise contributions towards equitable access to education and the future workforce.

The GSV Lifetime Achievement Award goes to individuals impacting global education positively. The Power of Women Award, given by Cambium Learning Group, acknowledges female leaders in EdTech for creating accessible educational opportunities.

The Innovators of Color Award, facilitated by Russell Reynolds Associates, celebrates global leaders of colour who have introduced significant innovations in the educational sector, impacting thousands with new learning and skill development opportunities.

Over the last decade, this award has spotlighted individuals who have pioneered significant advancements in education and innovation, ensuring equitable access to future opportunities.

The 2024 recipients of the Innovator of Color Award are:

Aimée Eubanks Davis, Founder and CEO of Braven

Esther Benjamin, CEO and executive director of World Education Services

The ASU+GSV Summit will host a special reception in partnership with Russell Reynolds Associates on 15th April to celebrate the achievements of these distinguished honorees.

Emma Stokes
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