Bio

As President and Chief Executive Officer, Valentina leads the Great Books Foundation’s efforts to expand and strengthen inquiry-based learning, advocacy and leadership. For 75 years, the Great Books Foundation has helped people of all ages think critically, listen closely, and consider contrasting ideas with civility. We believe that an inquiry-based approach is essential, not only for learning but also for leadership. Our Shared Inquiry™ methodology empowers participants and fosters effective and responsive leadership that is inclusive of all stakeholder voices. With our new leadership program, Inquiry In Action, we are taking this approach on the road with a mission to build stronger, more innovative working and thinking communities and to equip leaders with the skills to generate positive change in the areas of youth leadership, community advancement, and organizational success. Youth Leadership Empowering young people to become effective leaders of tomorrow Community Advancement Strengthening individuals to engage and advance their communities Organizational Development Elevating organizational culture through collaboration and inclusivity