A leadership podcast that amplifies the voices of inspiring changemakers in our community
The DBNC Podcast has evolved into Elevate, a rebranded platform that continues to highlight diverse, non-traditional leaders in our community. Originally launched as Roots & Resilience in February 2022, the podcast featured inspiring guests like Olympic athletes, authors, academics, and more. As we shift to Elevate, we welcome a new host, Mansi Gandhi and a fresh look, while bidding a fond farewell to Christian Fox, who helped shape the podcast’s success.
With exciting updates, Elevate now offers video podcasts streaming on YouTube, giving you a more engaging way to enjoy our episodes.

Meet Mansi
Mansi Gandhi is a versatile marketing professional with expertise in brand strategy, stakeholder engagement, and integrated communications. She has a proven track record of helping organizations strengthen their public presence through strategic planning, community outreach, and thoughtful storytelling. Her experience spans nonprofit services, food and gaming industries, and media relations, where she has supported event marketing, managed client relationships, developed brand assets, and coordinated communications that showcase organizational impact. Known for her warm communication style and ability to simplify complex ideas, Mansi ensures that marketing efforts align with both organizational values and audience needs. She is also the host of Elevate: A DBNC Leadership Podcast, bringing fresh energy to the rebranded platform.






































