Michelle Gethers-Clark Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000
Travels From:
GSO - Greensboro, NC
Primary Topic Category:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) / Social Justice
Secondary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship
Michelle Gethers-Clark Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Michelle Gethers-Clark serves as Chief Diversity Officer and Head of Corporate Responsibility for Visa. She leads the company’s global strategy for growth in inclusive and diverse talent, social impact and environmental sustainability. Prior to joining Visa, Michelle served as the President and CEO at United Way of Greater Greensboro where she and her team focused on partnerships to end poverty. She led business transformation and fundraising by galvanizing community leaders, businesses and not-for-profits. Michelle also held a variety of roles over 21 years at American Express.
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