August 28, 2020
Katherine Beneby
Episode 18: Connecting Through Perspective
On this week's conversation I am joined by communications specialist Katherine Beneby II. Katherine shares the vision she had for the concept of a 'Human Library' in the Bahamas. The original concept of the 'Human Library' originated in Denmark and creates a space where attendees can 'borrow' people instead of books. Katherine, with the help of her colleagues, adapted this experience for the Bahamian context to create "The Bahamian Exchange.' Each year at 'The Bahamian Exchange' participants have the opportunity to sit in groups of no more than 5 for 15 minutes and ask features anything they want. These features are people who are from different backgrounds and experiences. The space welcomes tough questions, varying viewpoints and opinions for respectful dialogue. Over the last 4 years this event has not only developed minds, but fostered connections and opportunities. Katherine Beneby is also a speaker, trainer and coach and owns her own business, KBII Communications.
On this week's conversation I am joined by communications specialist Katherine Beneby II. Katherine shares the vision she had for the concept of a 'Human Library' in the Bahamas. The original concept of the 'Human Library' originated in Denmark and creates a space where attendees can 'borrow' people instead of books. Katherine, with the help of her colleagues, adapted this experience for the Bahamian context to create "The Bahamian Exchange.' Each year at 'The Bahamian Exchange' participants have the opportunity to sit in groups of no more than 5 for 15 minutes and ask features anything they want. These features are people who are from different backgrounds and experiences. The space welcomes tough questions, varying viewpoints and opinions for respectful dialogue. Over the last 4 years this event has not only developed minds, but fostered connections and opportunities. Katherine Beneby is also a speaker, trainer and coach and owns her own business, KBII Communications.
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Guest Bio
Katherine Beneby II is a Communications Specialist who graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications and minor in Leadership Studies from Minnesota State University Moorhead in 2014. She is a Certified John Maxwell Speaker, Trainer and Coach. Katherine has had 200+ speaking/training engagements. The Nassau Guardian has published her articles, “Leadership is more than talk”, "Are you goal or growth conscious?”, “Educating toward resilience” and more. Katherine is currently the Director of Operations & Marketing at Queen's College Centre for Further Education. During her tenure she has introduced and hosted several impactful projects/events such as The Bahamian Exchange, Women in Leadership Panel and the Lunch and Learn series. She owns her own business, KBII Communication that was founded in 2012. Her company focuses on motivational speaking, personal/professional development as well Marketing/PR Consultation. In addition, Katherine is a member of the Rotaract Club of Nassau Sunset and an active youth worker in the Church of God of Prophecy (COGOP). In 2019, she was recognized by COGOP National Women’s Ministries as a Servant Leader and was also honored by Professional Services Bahamas as one of the “40 under 40 Most Influential and Successful Individuals in the Bahamas”. Katherine is a Certified Youth Leader with Distinction in the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. Her motto is, “Living my legacy now” and every day she wakes up with an unwavering zeal to embrace and positively impact her world!
Katherine Beneby II is a Communications Specialist who graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications and minor in Leadership Studies from Minnesota State University Moorhead in 2014. She is a Certified John Maxwell Speaker, Trainer and Coach. . Katherine is currently the Director of Operations & Marketing at Queen's College Centre for Further Education. During her tenure she has introduced and hosted several impactful projects/events such as The Bahamian Exchange, Women in Leadership Panel and the Lunch and Learn series. She owns her own business, KBII Communication that was founded in 2012.
In 2019, she was recognized by COGOP National Women’s Ministries as a Servant Leader and was also honored by Professional Services Bahamas as one of the “40 under 40 Most Influential and Successful Individuals in the Bahamas”. Katherine is a Certified Youth Leader with Distinction in the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. Her motto is, “Living my legacy now” and every day she wakes up with an unwavering zeal to embrace and positively impact her world!
Katherine Beneby II is a Communications Specialist who graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications and minor in Leadership Studies from Minnesota State University Moorhead in 2014. She is a Certified John Maxwell Speaker, Trainer and Coach. . Katherine is currently the Director of Operations & Marketing at Queen's College Centre for Further Education. During her tenure she has introduced and hosted several impactful projects/events such as The Bahamian Exchange, Women in Leadership Panel and the Lunch and Learn series. She owns her own business, KBII Communication that was founded in 2012.
In 2019, she was recognized by COGOP National Women’s Ministries as a Servant Leader and was also honored by Professional Services Bahamas as one of the “40 under 40 Most Influential and Successful Individuals in the Bahamas”. Katherine is a Certified Youth Leader with Distinction in the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. Her motto is, “Living my legacy now” and every day she wakes up with an unwavering zeal to embrace and positively impact her world!
Contact Katherine Beneby
Instagram: @kbeneby
Facebook : www.facebook.com/thebahamianexchange/
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.kbiicommunication.com
Facebook : www.facebook.com/thebahamianexchange/
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.kbiicommunication.com