Join us as we explore the illustrious design career and remarkable creative leadership journey of Tom Neff, AIA, LEED AP. From growing up in Coshocton, Ohio to becoming a prominent figure in central Indiana’s K-12 architectural design community, Tom has contributed to encouraging equity and equality in K-12 schools. Learn more about his design strategy and the impacts he has had on countless students.

With degrees in Architecture from The Ohio State University, Tom is a gifted architect who loves painting, sketching, making watercolors, and mentoring others toward achieving their career goals. Hear about some of his favorite stories and who the biggest inspirations in his life are and how they have influenced him and the work he does.

Join Host Sarah Hempstead and Christamore House CEO La’Toya Pitts for an enlightening conversation on creative leadership.

A driving force in the Haughville and Near Westside neighborhoods of Indianapolis, La’Toya has spearheaded efforts to provide child and youth educational services, senior programming, and life skills training to shape residents into community contributors. Learn how Christamore House professionally shaped La’Toya and how it has added to her leadership track and strategic approach. Finally, hear how she is paying it forward as an empathetic leader focused on community development.

Join host Sarah Hempstead for Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership as she interviews Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) President and CEO Dr. Dottie King. Since stepping into her role, Dr. King has advocated for Indiana’s 29 private, non-profit colleges and universities, drawing on her experiences as a professor and administrator. With a storied career that includes transforming Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College through significant campus developments, Dr. King shares her leadership insights for fostering academic and community growth. Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. King offers a glimpse into being a “rare bird” as a female in STEM to becoming an admired college president who oversaw record enrollments, academic program growth, an expansion of athletic offerings, and today, a sustained focus on addressing capital needs on private college campuses throughout the state. Listen now to this inspiring conversation about navigating the challenges of higher education leadership and the impact of a creative vision on Indiana’s academic landscape.