As an educator in higher education for over 15 years, Correy Hammond has spent his life using his personal and career experiences to help students define, clarify, and achieve their educational and personal goals. As a first-gen college student, Correy was forced to navigate the psychological, academic, financial, and social complexities of attending a private institution away from home. However, because of the foundation set forth by his parents, failure was not an option. He was determined to not only survive in this new environment, but also thrive. Correy reached out to every University support available. Through the holistic support provided, Correy was able to grow and develop his leadership skills thru mindset. He learned to see problems as opportunities and recognized that every challenge provided an opportunity to learn and grow. These experiences would help catapult him towards an unstoppable life of success. Correy went on to receive his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (Marketing) from Xavier University and Master’s Degree in College Student Personnel (Higher Education Administration) from the University of Dayton.Today, Correy Hammond is a business owner, author, and trainer with over 15 years of experience in the leadership development arena. Correy has made it his life’s work to help youth and young adults become the best version of themselves by simply shifting their mindsets."Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change." - Jim Rohn "ITeach. ULearn. WeGrow." - Correy Hammond