#106 - Irene Shih, CEO, MMBay

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Written By Minds Matter Bay Area

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Episode Description

Welcome back to another episode of the #squarepizzapod. This week, Greg is in conversation with Irene Shih, CEO, MMBay. Minds Matter Bay Area (MMBay) is an education nonprofit that connects driven and determined students from low-income families with the people, preparation, and possibilities to succeed in college, create their future, and change the world.

In this episode:

  • The story behind launching Minds Matter Bay Area (MMBAY)

  • What MMBAY does

    • Providing educational opportunities to underserved students

  • Current initiatives

    • Mentorship and college readiness programs

  • Recruiting volunteers

    • Ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and student needs

  • Evolution over the next year

    • Expanding reach and impact through innovative partnerships and initiatives

  • Undermatching, Cross-Class Bridging

    • Focus on social mobility and capital for students

  • Professional background 

    • Career from the classroom, a leader of a non-profit, as well as city, state, and policy level work

Minds Matter Bay Area

https://www.mindsmatterbay.org/
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