The UTalks Podcast
Urban Learning Collaborative (ULC) is stepping into the podcasting world with its latest initiative, UTalks, a podcast dedicated to empowering professionals within education and beyond. Hosted by two dynamic and experienced leaders, Dr. Laci Coppins-Robbins and Dr. Clavon Byrd, UTalks is set to be a platform where leadership, education, and personal growth come together in engaging and thought-provoking conversations.
UTalks & ULC’s Mission
UTalks aims to reflect ULC’s overarching mission to support educators and aspiring leaders by offering professional development, teacher certification programs, and other educational opportunities. These programs are designed to close achievement gaps, elevate learning, and foster adaptive leadership in an ever-changing world. UTalks will serve as an extension of ULC’s impact, highlighting leadership stories and insights from across the educational landscape and beyond.
What is DevelopU?
At the heart of UTalks’ first episodes is ULC’s new Leadership DevelopU Program, an initiative designed to help professionals unlock their leadership potential. This 9-month immersive program is tailored for individuals who want to step into leadership roles within their current organizations or transition into leadership positions in new environments—whether corporate, public, or nonprofit sectors.
New Episodes Weekly
Every Tuesday
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Meet The Hosts
Dr. Laci Coppins Robbins
Executive Director, ULC
Dr. Laci Coppins-Robbins, Executive Director of Urban Learning Collaborative, as well as a renowned educator and consultant, brings a wealth of experience in leadership development and educational equity. Her work has been instrumental in transforming schools and empowering leaders to create lasting change.
Dr, Clavon Byrd
Founder, Clavon Byrd & Associates
Dr. Clavon Byrd, Founder of Clavon Byrd & Associates, LLC and Associate Dean at Milwaukee Area Technical College, is an expert in organizational leadership and a passionate advocate for educational excellence. He complements this with his deep understanding of how to develop leaders who can drive progress in public, corporate, and nonprofit settings.
Listen Now!
We post our video episodes weekly on YouTube and you can also find audio of our episodes on your favorite podcast streaming platform.
