About

ADFT was founded to help financial service organizations identify and hire diverse talent.

 

An Association Created for and Driven by Diversity

MISSION

To be the premier resource of qualified diverse talent for financial institutions worldwide.

VISION

To enrich the professional lives of our diverse community by providing career opportunities, and continued professional development.

OBJECTIVE

To assist financial partners achieve a more diverse, collaborative work environment by sourcing professionals who are capable of making significant contributions to their organizations.

Meet The Team Leads

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Paul Newman

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Co-Founder

Paul has led global and domestic human resources teams in financial services and retail organizations for over 20 years. His years of work experience in human resources leadership encompasses roles in talent acquisition, total rewards, DE&I, college relations, and human resources management. He graduated with a BS in Economics and holds certifications from Cornell University and Yale University. Additionally, he holds a MS in Human Resource Management from Southern New Hampshire University.

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Reggie Manning

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Chief Intelligence Officer

Reggie is a seasoned executive, boasting a comprehensive and diverse background in business intelligence and consulting. With nearly two decades of rich experience, he has made significant contributions across various sectors including corporate Fortune 100 companies, nonprofits, startups, education, franchising, and consulting. He holds a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from Clark Atlanta University, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill,  Certificates in Machine Learning Foundation from Duke University and Innovation Management & New Product Development for the University of Memphis.

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