MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #382: Sabeen Nasim

Born in Pakistan and raised in Southern California, & after only 9 months as Metro United Way's Director of Major & Legacy Gifts, she rose to this position, having previously served as Director for Louisville Metro's Office for Globalization-joining the mayor's team with over 15 yrs. as an experienced leader & public servant from various roles like UPS' Air Region Public Affairs & Communication Relations Supervisor where she was a liaison for the UPS Foundation; as well as Chief Academic Officer at Berea College; & other positions such as Middle School Math & Science teacher to Project Manager & Assistant Principal in public education. Sabeen has overcome obstacles of integrating into a new country while balancing 2 different cultures simultaneously, a recurring theme in her life she observes. Thus pledging to pay it forward by encouraging ALL people to succeed. Sabeen believes in empowering people to be part of the solution to challenges, teaching them to intentionally focus their energy on a positive direction, ensuring they make sensible choices, and thriving as trailblazers within their community. This enthusiasm led her to be recognized as Louisville's Business First Top 20 People to Know in Education & the Workforce & recognized again by Louisville's Business First for their Top 20 People to Know in Philanthropy. Sabeen holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies from CA. St. Univ. @ Long Beach, & a Master of Educ. degree in Ldrship & Admin. from the University of Louisville Her dedication to the community & involvement with various boards, including the World Affairs Council & Fund for the Arts. Beyond her professional interests, she enjoys travel, playing board games with her husband, cooking international cuisine—& spending quality time with her teenage son. Sabeen, from Pakistan to Southern California, to now the Commonwealth of KY.