Richard Santana uses the traditional hip hop gangster appearance to show the diversity of the workplace and that sterotypes are not always accurate. With a masters degree in education, he has endeavored to increase relationships and communications in the business world.

Society is quick to judge and stereotype based on appearance, cultural differences, even education. In the workplace, managers, supervisors and employees make some of the same speedy judgments about the people they come in contact and work with every day. How does this affect your business? What impact does it have on you and your clients? Is perception really reality? 

Richard Santana, Ed.M. was born in California and became the third generation of his family to join one of the largest gangs in California. After years of hate, drugs and violence on the streets, he experienced a transformation. In 1995, Richard graduated from Harvard University Graduate School of Education, Human Development and Psychology/Risk Prevention Program. 

Santana offers a valuable opportunity to understand the complexities of diversity in the workplace, in schools and in communities. His unique insight and style captivates his audiences and challenges their thinking with an interactive approach. His program may be tailored for a variety of workshops, keynotes, diversity training, communication skill groups, breakouts and question-and-answer sessions.