Multicultural Leadership Institute + Program

Multicultural Leadership Institute + Program The Multicultural Leadership Program (MCLP) is a premier leadership development program.

MCLP alumni are making an extraordinary impact across industries and communities—leading with purpose, integrity, and a commitment to positive change.

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Mansi Nimje. Mansi is a Data Engineer by profession and an explorer...
09/04/2026

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Mansi Nimje.

Mansi is a Data Engineer by profession and an explorer at heart. Originally from Mumbai, India, her journey from IT Engineering to earning a Master’s in Technology Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has shaped her passion for using technology to solve real-world problems. With over 5 years of professional experience across consulting, data, and automation, she believes curiosity is one of life’s greatest strengths.

An avid traveler and reader, Mansi continuously seeks new perspectives, ideas, and challenges, with a vision to build thoughtful, human-centered products where innovation and empathy come together.

Quote: Stay curious enough to keep learning, grounded enough to keep listening, and bold enough to build what truly matters. Lead with curiosity, build with empathy, and leave every place better than you found it.

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Carol Shegog-Parker. Carol is an Illinois native. She values faith,...
09/03/2026

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Carol Shegog-Parker.

Carol is an Illinois native. She values faith, family, and service to the community. She is a licensed attorney, and she enjoys movies, reading, music, and good food.

Quote: Stay focused on what really matters in life

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Crystal Phillips. Crystal is a Strategic Marketing Manager at COUNT...
09/03/2026

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Crystal Phillips.

Crystal is a Strategic Marketing Manager at COUNTRY Financial and a people-first, solutions-oriented leader. Before joining COUNTRY, she owned and operated Crystal Phillips Photography for 12 years, specializing in newborn, family, and senior portraits.

Crystal has been married to William J. Phillips for 19 years and is the proud parent of two students at University High. She is passionate about building meaningful relationships, solving complex challenges, and helping teams achieve outstanding results.

Quote: "I believe the best solutions begin with understanding. By listening first, staying positive, and focusing on what’s possible, we build trust, solve challenges together, and create meaningful results."

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Rev. Dr. Prince Robertson. Rev. Dr. Prince F. Robertson was born an...
09/02/2026

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Rev. Dr. Prince Robertson.

Rev. Dr. Prince F. Robertson was born and raised in Harlem, New York, and later in Saginaw, MI. After earning his Associate Degree from Delta College, he continued his education at Saginaw Valley State University, obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications. Dr. Robertson pursued further education, earning a Master of Science in Education from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. He actively engaged in professional and civic organizations.

Dr. Robertson is a member of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA), the Champaign County NAACP, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., and Prince Hall Affiliated - Free & Accepted Masons, Lone Star Lodge #18 (Champaign, Illinois). He also served a three-year term as a City Commissioner with the Human Relations Commission of Champaign, Illinois.

Beyond his professional and ministerial roles, Dr. Robertson is a self-published author of two books. His first, Guiding Motivations: Messages through Trials, Tribulations, and Tests, offers spiritual motivation and personal testimony. His second, Jero’s Journey: Finding Hope in Autism, is a children’s book written in collaboration with his family to raise awareness of the Autism Spectrum. Dr. Robertson currently serves as the Interim Vice President/Dean of Student Life at Illinois Eureka College.

Above all, Dr. Robertson is a devoted husband to Mallory Robertson, his high school sweetheart, and a proud father to Jeremiah, Isaiah, and Danielle Robertson.

Quote: ...lean not on your own understanding.

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Joanna Salata. Jo holds a B.A. in Liberal Arts and an M.Ed. in Adul...
09/02/2026

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Joanna Salata.

Jo holds a B.A. in Liberal Arts and an M.Ed. in Adult Education and Training, along with certificates in recovery support, WRAP facilitation, mental health first aid, ASL, and accessibility-related training. Her professional experience includes accessibility services, independent living advocacy, and recovery support. Jo is passionate about helping others and creating inclusive communities.

Outside of work, she enjoys visiting National Parks, playing and collecting tabletop games, traveling to board game cafes with her husband, and spending time with her family, peer groups, and pets.

Quote: “When you help someone, you help everyone.” — Aunt May, Spider-Man

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Krupa Somasheker. Krupa is an Identity & Access Control Analyst at ...
09/01/2026

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Krupa Somasheker.

Krupa is an Identity & Access Control Analyst at State Farm with over 16 years of experience in technology and information security. She came to the U.S. in 2008 to pursue her master’s at SUNY Albany and is proud to be the first woman in her family to study abroad.

A strong believer in continuous learning, Krupa has earned two GIAC certifications and an AWS certification. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, exploring national parks, and spending time with her family. Krupa also enjoys challenging herself and proudly completed her first marathon in 2024.

Quote: I believe learning never stops. Every new experience, every person we meet, and every perspective different from our own is an opportunity to learn, grow, and become a better version of ourselves.

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Shantiana Stevens. Shantiana is an education professional, communit...
09/01/2026

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Shantiana Stevens.

Shantiana is an education professional, community leader, and advocate dedicated to empowering children, families, and communities. She serves as a Parent Child Educator with Heartland Head Start and is the founder of Black Minds: Lit. Whole. Powerful. (BMLWP Inc. NFP), where she promotes S.T.E.A.M. literacy, holistic development, and leadership among youth.

At City of Refuge Ministries, Shantiana leads the Kingdom Kidz and Media Teams, using her leadership to help LEAD to Jesus, LOVE like Jesus, LIVE by purpose, and REACH community. A passionate lifelong learner and aspiring microschool co-founder, she is committed to creating opportunities that help children and communities thrive.

Quote: Those who are called to teach must never cease to learn!

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Kristen Stiger. Kristen is a lifelong resident of the greater Bloom...
08/31/2026

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Kristen Stiger.

Kristen is a lifelong resident of the greater Bloomington-Normal area and is passionate about advocating for veterans and serving her community. A U.S. Navy veteran, she served aboard an aircraft carrier and discovered a lasting passion for leadership through training and mentoring others.

She currently works as a Product Analyst II in Personal Lines Marketing Analytics at COUNTRY Financial, where she has been employed since 2018. Kristen holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Neuroscience from Western Illinois University and enjoys creative hobbies, hiking, and spending time with her family and pets.

Quote: I believe progress begins with the courage to question assumptions, the humility to learn from others, and the determination to leave every person, process, and community better than I found it.

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Erica Thornton. Erica is a higher education professional with more ...
08/31/2026

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Erica Thornton.

Erica is a higher education professional with more than 20 years of experience in administrative leadership, executive support, operations, budgeting, and project coordination. She currently serves as a Marketing Program Assistant at Heartland Community College and, beginning September 2026, will serve as an Analyst, Administrative Services. She is also a Girl Scout Troop Leader, where she enjoys helping young girls grow in confidence and leadership.

Throughout her career, Erica has been recognized for her collaborative leadership, commitment to service, and ability to build strong relationships across diverse teams. She is pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Organizational Leadership and is passionate about mentoring others, serving her community, and leading with integrity and purpose.

Quote: When I put my trust in God, He gives me strength for what I can't handle on my own. I lean on His strength and I keep moving forward, knowing He will carry me through.

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Genevieve TipsordGenevieve Tipsord is an early childhood educator w...
08/30/2026

MCLP is proud to introduce Class of 2027 Participant Genevieve Tipsord

Genevieve Tipsord is an early childhood educator with expertise in teaching, program leadership, and family support. She currently teaches Pre-K at Sarah E. Raymond School of Early Education in District 87 and previously held a leadership position at Head Start.

Genevieve is committed to building strong relationships, serving her community, and developing as a leader. Outside of her professional role, she volunteers, coaches youth softball, gardens, camps, and spends time with her two daughters.

Quote: Leadership isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about listening, learning, serving others, and having the courage to make a positive difference.

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