Episode 40: Mai J. Lo Lee - Collaboration in a Diverse World
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2 of 4 in the 'Creating Space for Collaboration' series. In this week's episode, Gregg welcomes Mai J. Lo Lee, a long-time friend and collaborator. They discuss the importance of collaboration and Mai's journey from their college days to her current role in diversity, equity, and inclusion work. Mai shares insights from her experience growing up as a Hmong ginseng farmer and how it has shaped her approach to collaboration. She emphasizes the significance of recognizing and respecting individual needs when creating inclusive spaces. Mai also discusses the value of humility, continuous learning, and the importance of inviting diverse perspectives to the table. She reflects on those who have mentored and role-modeled collaboration for her and how she aims to pay it forward by inviting others to participate in collaborative efforts. Mai J. Lo Lee (she, her, hers) has worked in advocacy, diversity, equity, and inclusion for the past 15+ years. She is active in her local community and the state of Wisconsin. Recently, Mai was awarded the prestigious Women of Influence Award where she was recognized as a Difference Maker – Community by Insight on Business. In 2021, Mai was appointed to serve on Governor Evers Advisory Council on Equity and Inclusion for the State of Wisconsin, and in 2020, Mai was named one of Wisconsin’s Most Influential Asian American Leaderships by Madison 365. In addition, Mai has been recognized and received many awards for her excellence in community outreach, collaborative achievement, and professional pursuits. Mai is active in her regional community and the state of Wisconsin. Mai sits on the board of directors for the Wisconsin Public Radio Association, Green Bay Botanical Garden, and Toward One Wisconsin (T1W) Statewide Conference planning committee.   In her spare time, Mai loves to hike the many trails of Wisconsin and is an active cyclist on her Peloton. She enjoys reading and writing, doing D-I-Y home projects and her many attempts to organize her home. Born in the Ban Vinai Refugee Holding Center in the Loei Province of northeastern Thailand, Mai was raised in Central Wisconsin with her nine siblings and both parents on a farm where her family raised chickens and grew ginseng. She now calls the Fox Cities her home where she and her partner raise their child.   You can follow Mai J Lo Lee on her LinkedIn: LinkedIn
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