Service with a purpose. That is Philip Wilkerson III. Inspired by his military father and his doctor grandfather, Philip strives today to serve wherever and whenever he can. As a committee member for George Mason University's Pat's for Patriots program which allows students and faculty to nominate people for kindness recognition, Philip is regularly working to inspire and give kindness.
In this delightful conversation with Philp, Randy McNeely and Dr. Elia Gourgouris, you'll get to hear first hand how and why Philip's father and grandfather stand out as kindness heros. You'll learn how their examples inspired Philip and continue to impact him today. You'll be inspired by the caring and kindness discussed.
Take a listen. You'll be glad you did.
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Philip Wilkerson III is is married to Maggie Wilkerson, LCSW (JMU Class of 2007, Social Work), and father to two boys, Bennett and Miles.
He is an Employer Engagement Consultant at GMU Career Services. In this role, he serves as a liaison between employers and the GMU community to ensure career opportunities such as jobs and internships are available to students, faculty/staff, and alumni. He oversees multiple industries: Media, Entertainment, Journalism, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Sports & Recreation, Hospitality & Tourism, and Technology & Engineering. Previously he was "Employee of the Month" in September 2019, the “Forty under 40” list for GMU Black Alumni, “Forty under Forty” for the Northern Virginia area through the Leadership Center for Excellence, the "ALX Chamber Forty under Forty," as well as being a recipient of the "Pillar Award" which is for a GMU staff member who supports Black students. and the GMU NAACP chapter. In his free time, he hosts a podcast called Positive Philter which focuses on well-being and Toastmasters.
Connect with Philip:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipwilkersoniii/
Podcast: https://positivephilter.com/
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