Episode Description
Some people talk about local impact. Founding Member Dawnté Early is responsible for it, as CEO of United Way California Capital Region and West Sacramento City Council member. She knows how local government and nonprofits shape daily life, not in theory, but from inside the work itself.
In this conversation, she talks about what authentic leadership actually demands, how to build relationships that open real doors, and where hope comes from when the conditions make it hard to find.
This one is for anyone who wants to lead in a way that leaves something behind.
“Joy is a form of resistance.”
Key Takeaways
- How to lead authentically while wearing multiple demanding hats
- Why local government impacts your daily life more than you think
- Leading through crisis with hope, innovation, and community
- Self-care as a strategic choice, not a luxury
- The power of failing forward as a mantra for growth
Guest
Dr. Dawnte’ Early is CEO of United Way California Capital Region and West Sacramento City Council member. She made history as the first black council member ever elected and is part of the first all-female city council in West Sacramento. In 2023, the Sacramento Bee honored Dr. Early by naming her as a Black Change Maker.
