Director of Community Engagement Receives BIPOC Community Leader Award

Director of Community Engagement Sean Harris recently received the BIPOC Community Leader Award at the Diverse Professional Roundtable - Recognition and Networking Event. The BIPOC Community Leader Award recognizes Central Massachusetts business and community leaders who have successfully demonstrated leadership qualities with distinction in their careers or commitment to support the community.  

Harris has over 20 years of experience in community engagement and involvement and has developed and organized several long-term community initiatives and programs. He is the Founder and Organizer of the Professional Men of Color Dinner Club and serves on the Board of Directors of the Business Improvement District of Downtown Worcester, as well as on the Board of Directors of Dress for Success. At QCC, Sean also serves as the Co-Chair of the Diversity Caucus and is a member of the President's Advisory Committee on Equity (PACE).

During his acceptance speech, Harris acknowledged a wide range of supporters including his family.

"I thank my family for always riding with me and never complaining (out loud) about the long days or constantly being dragged to all these events I know they would rather not be at. And with sincere humility I say, 'It's never about me, it's always about we,'" Harris said.

In his role as Director of Community Engagement, Sean contributes to the growth and success of QCC by fostering meaningful relationship within the community, identifying new opportunities for engagement, and ensuring that our initiatives align with the community’s needs and aspirations.

Director of Mentoring and Special Programs Kalan Lewis was also recognized at the Diverse Professional Roundtable during portion of the program that welcome new BIPOC employees at major institutions.