2026 GRDL Sponsors
Thank you to the 2026 Global Respectful Disruption Speaker Series Sponsors!
Activators
Activators support the summit with $2,000-3,000 USD that provides funding for twenty summit grants and/or can contribute to the Compear Professional Development Fund. This fund supports underrepresented International Education professionals' career goals.
Affirmist
Affirmists support the summit with $500-750 USD that provides funding for five attendee grants and/or can contribute to the Compear Professional Development Fund. This fund supports underrepresented International Education professionals' career goals.
The Global Nexus Collective is a public relations and strategic communications firm partnering with globally engaged organizations. Our work helps leaders align narrative, influence, and strategy, so their communications match the scale and impact of their work. We specialize in executive communications, narrative architecture, and strategic influence, partnering with institutions, associations, and education-driven organizations that are building, evolving, or repositioning in an increasingly complex global landscape. Whether we are advising executive leaders, shaping thought leadership strategies, or designing communications that build trust and momentum, we help organizations move from strong mission to unmistakable presence.
Global Puzzles operates on the premise that strategy is the key to success – especially in international, cross-cultural, and educational contexts, we help organizations piece together the puzzle of strategy, outcomes, personnel, processes, structure, and communication to achieve their goals. We understand that operational, logistical, and personnel constraints means that few institutions possess all the tools needed to piece together their success puzzle…and that’s where we can help!
Advocates
Advocates are globally focused minority led/owned businesses or organizations that will support the summit by sharing it with their respective networks. This is in line with our mission to support underrepresented voices.
Aventurine Intercultural consults and provides tailored, interactive workshops to K-12 and higher education institutions exploring stories and the intersectionalities between intercultural learning and the action of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) through a social justice lens. With the paradigm shifts in education, Aventurine Intercultural also focuses on looking inward and prioritizing well-being to create intentional curriculum and programming to promote self-discovery and empower, mentor students, faculty, and staff.
World at Hand is a Denver based 501c3 nonprofit creating equal access to international education through first of their kind programs and scholarships. World at Hand supports low-income and underrepresented students in accessing cross-cultural and global experiences that intentionally develop long-term personal, academic, and professional growth through educational programs and scholarships. We are focused on providing equitable access to the highest quality of education to underrepresented graduates from across Colorado with a focus on the Denver Metro Area, through scholarships and educational programs
Best Life Abroad helps individuals navigate the complex and often overwhelming process of relocating to a new country. With a customized and comprehensive approach, support, and resources needed to make a seamless transition, consulting sessions are designed to help clarify goals and make informed decisions about an international move.
Celei is an international educational organization with over 40 years of experience in designing and implementing study abroad programs. They focus on promoting regenerative cultures through multidisciplinary approaches. Their programs aim to cultivate critical thinking, global perspectives, and emotional education on environmental regeneration, interculturality, social justice, and cultural heritage. Celei’s immersive programs encourage experiential learning, critical debates, and group reflections, helping students develop intercultural competencies and sustainable travel skills.
We celebrate the diverse people who explore the world near and far. Feel free to read about our amazing Kurators who have stepped outside their comfort zones to explore different places, connect with others, and engage meaningfully across cultures. We encourage you to do the same in ways that are authentic and empowering for you!
WorldKind Learning is a “for purpose” company that supports learning and development projects across the world. By designing inclusive, collaborative learning opportunities, WorldKind fosters a kinder, more connected world.
With a vision of lifelong learning for all, WorldKind empowers individuals and communities to grow through meaningful, globally conscious experiences.
Hilltop Global Group is inspired by personal experiences as classmates in Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, Hilltop Global Group was founded by Phil Agbeko from Ghana, and Osa Imohe from Nigeria. The Founders seek to bridge the gap in study abroad experiences and opportunities focused on the African continent. Hilltop’s mission and operational philosophy is to “Shape the African Narrative through Experiential Learning”.
Rainbow Routes is a nonprofit reimagining study abroad for LGBTQ+ students. Our programs create identity-affirming experiences that connect queer students across cultures and generations, while addressing the barriers that have historically excluded them from global education.
IOI is a transnational non-profit advancing community-centred study abroad and sustainable development in remote, environmentally sensitive regions. Our programmes integrate conservation, local partnership, and meaningful experiential learning.
Guided by a Carbon-Negative Strategy and commitments such as the Glasgow Declaration and the CANIE Accord, we embed climate action and carbon education across all operations. Beyond our own work, IOI collaborates across global networks to help shape a more sustainable, equitable future for international education.
Amplifier Wall
Amplifier Sponsors are independent professionals, freelancers, and small businesses who attend the Summit while paying it forward by helping cover access for another participant.
Angela Schaffer