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What People Are Saying About TTRC
"TRUMPING THE RACE CARD offers a provocative invitation to discuss the often emotionally charged issues of race and racism. In these volatile times, a voice of reason and resolution is needed and provided by Patterson."
Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.
"In today's climate, filled with so much divisive communication about race and racism, we desperately need new motivation that brings new clarity on these topics. TRUMPING THE RACE CARD inspires me to have that difficult dialogue in a different and humane way. I coulrange you to reat it and join me in the conversation."
Eric Thomas, Ph.D. Global Motivational Speaker
"TRUMPING THE RACE CARD... helps the reader understand not only the origins of the concept of race but also the inevitability of systemic racism throughout history and provides ways to address the challenges they present to relationships and society."
Lee Gardenswartz, Ph.D.
Anita Rowe, Ph.D.
Partners, Gardenswartz & Rowe and
The Emotional Intelligence and Diversity Institute
TTRC For Religious and Faith Based Organizations
Who will lead the way?
Martin Luther King Jr. once said that Sunday mornings were the most segregated hours of the week. That time when those who believe in a higher power gather to worship. We believe it is people of faith who are equipped to lead the conversations. Click here for more info.
The Author
Rodney S. Patterson
Diversity & Inclusion, Engagement, and Organizational Development
Rodney Patterson has served as the primary diversity resource for a multi-billion dollar system serving agriculture for the past decade. Prior to serving in that capacity, Mr. Patterson supported a wide range of corporate clients as senior facilitator for the Boston-based consulting firm, Global Novations, and as director of consulting and talent management for Hudson Highland, a leading global provider of talent management solutions. Before entering the corporate world, he spent nearly 15 years in academia, leading diversity-related activities long before the title of chief diversity officer existed. He also served as President of Hales Franciscan High School in Chicago and as a Board member, teacher and coach for two Chicago-based educational institutions.
In addition to his academic work, Mr. Patterson has consulted with the NCAA and has worked directly with professional sports teams. He is an author and accomplished public speaker.
Mr. Patterson earned a bachelor’s degree in theology from Valparaiso University and a master’s degree in higher education administration from Michigan State University.