Legacy in Action: Dr. Sherece West-Scantlebury on Philanthropy, Equity & Systemic Change

In this powerful episode of RISE Urban Nation , host Taryell Simmons sits down with Dr. Sherece Y. West-Scantlebury —philanthropic visionary, equity advocate, transformational strategist, and retiring President & CEO of the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation. With more than 33 years of leadership in public policy, community development, and values-aligned investing , Dr. West-Scantlebury reflects on her journey shaping systems across Arkansas and the nation. Discover the untold stories behind statewide initiatives such as ALICE in AR , Excel by 8 , ForwARd Arkansas , and the Arkansas Enterprise Capital Grant Fund —and how Dr. West-Scantlebury leveraged philanthropy, equity, and lived experience to build lasting, generational impact. Whether you’re a nonprofit CEO, emerging executive coach, philanthropic leader, or community advocate, this episode offers a masterclass in courageous leadership, legacy building, and systems transformation. Links & Resources: 🌐 Website: 📧 Email: sherece@executivewestcoaching.com 📘 Facebook: 📸 Instagram: 💼 LinkedIn: Credits: Host: Taryell Simmons Guest: Dr. Sherece Y. West-Scantlebury Music: Will Maker Production: RISE Urban Nation Unite. Empower. Ignite. Thank you for tuning into the RISE Urban Nation Podcast , where we go beyond conversation to fuel a movement of unity, empowerment, and transformation across the Black and Pan-African community. Each episode dives deep into the stories of entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers shaping culture, business, and legacy. Hosted by Taryell Simmons , a leader in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, the show blends storytelling with strategy to help you amplify your voice, grow your brand, and lead with purpose. Why

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Legacy in Action: Dr. Sherece West-Scantlebury on Philanthropy, Equity & Systemic Change is an episode from RISE Urban Nation by Taryell Simmons.

This episode is 00:47:34 long.

This episode was published on Dec 10, 2025.

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