Roger Persaud
Uncover history's forgotten heroes overlooked places and pivotal events. Learn about Kandake Amanirenas, Timbuktu, and the Haitian Revolution's impact on America. Gain global perspective challenge biases and appreciate diverse cultures. Replace ignorance with curiosity, building a better world .
Roger, a USAF veteran and aviation industry expert, brings a unique perspective to diversity, equity, and inclusion through his innovative application of root cause analysis to historical events. With 35 years of experience in airlines and manufacturing, he offers invaluable insights into complex societal issues.
As the author of "America Should Be Grateful to Haiti," Roger uncovers hidden narratives of Indigenous and African peoples, challenging conventional historical accounts. His work, informed by personal encounters with survivors of the Osage reign of terror and the Tulsa Massacre, provides a fresh lens on critical moments in history.
A sought-after commentator, Roger has appeared on BNC's "The World Tonight" and "Prime with Charles Blow." His expertise was also showcased in a 30-minute PBS interview on "The Chavis Chronicles" with Dr. Benjamin Chavis.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Roger is a passionate sportsman who has competed in cricket internationally and played collegiate soccer. His diverse experiences and analytical approach make him a compelling speaker on history, diversity, and social justice.
Roger, a USAF veteran and aviation industry expert, brings a unique perspective to diversity, equity, and inclusion through his innovative application of root cause analysis to historical events. With 35 years of experience in airlines and manufacturing, he offers invaluable insights into complex societal issues.
As the author of "America Should Be Grateful to Haiti," Roger uncovers hidden narratives of Indigenous and African peoples, challenging conventional historical accounts. His work, informed by personal encounters with survivors of the Osage reign of terror and the Tulsa Massacre, provides a fresh lens on critical moments in history.
A sought-after commentator, Roger has appeared on BNC's "The World Tonight" and "Prime with Charles Blow." His expertise was also showcased in a 30-minute PBS interview on "The Chavis Chronicles" with Dr. Benjamin Chavis.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Roger is a passionate sportsman who has competed in cricket internationally and played collegiate soccer. His diverse experiences and analytical approach make him a compelling speaker on history, diversity, and social justice.
Preserve Growth and sustainability building confidence in a diverse workforce through enhancing historical knowledge
Format: _Keynote
This program is perfect for:
Leaders
- Rank and file
The audience will leave with:
- Ability to compare the lifestyle of Pre-Colombian Taino Indians with the lifestyle in Europe during the same period
- Ability to evaluate the influence of the Moors...
Eliminate Unconscious Bias by Bolstering Historical Knowledge
Format: Keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Leadership
- Rank and file
The audience will leave with:
- The ability to evaluate the importance of King Cotton to the American economy and the Industrial revolution.
- The ability to summarize the impact of the world's first mass-produced consumer...
Knowledge Based Leadership
Format: Keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Leadership
- Rank and file
The audience will leave with:
- The ability to explain how Toussaint Louverture combined his basic training in drawing with interviews of local residents to create the first and only maps of Ayiti.
- The ability to...
Truth based leadership.
Format: Keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Leadership
- Rank and file
The audience will leave with:
· Understand how obliging the peaceful Osage people were to the explorers in their endeavor to create maps and find the elusive route to the Pacific as well as how sophisticated and well organized they were.
· That they were...
