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About Global Insights Collective

Founded by Ismail Warsame, we deliver expert consulting, training, and speaking services that help organizations create inclusive environments and drive measurable results.

Building inclusive communities
across campuses & workplaces

Our Mission

We partner with organizations to foster inclusive environments where diverse identities are valued and supported. Our approach blends evidence-based strategies with practical experience to drive sustainable change.

Through international student support, corporate training with cultural competency, strategic consulting, and professional speaking engagements, we help clients achieve measurable results.

Our Approach

With over a decade of experience in international education, organizational development, and cultural competency training, we bring proven expertise to every engagement.

Through customized consulting, dynamic workshops, and compelling presentations, we equip organizations with practical tools to build cultures of belonging and achieve sustainable results.

Our Impact by the Numbers

50+
Institutions Served
Universities, employers, and public agencies nationwide
45%
Average Reduction
In bias incidents across partner institutions
15+
Years Experience
Combined expertise in diversity and inclusion
27%
Satisfaction Increase
Average improvement in belonging scores

Our Values

These principles guide everything we do and shape how we work with our partners.

Evidence-Based Approach

We ground our work in research and data, ensuring that our interventions are effective and measurable.

Cultural Responsiveness

We tailor our approach to the unique context and needs of each community we serve.

Sustainable Change

We build internal capacity and systems to ensure that positive changes persist over time.

Collaborative Partnership

We work alongside our clients as partners, not just consultants, to co-create solutions.

Meet Our Founder

Ismail Warsame brings over a decade of experience in international education, organizational development, and cultural competency training.

Ismail Warsame

Ismail Warsame

Founder & CEO

M.Ed., PMP

Ismail is the visionary founder and CEO of Global Insights Collective, bringing over a decade of experience in international education, diversity and inclusion, and organizational development. With a Master's in Education (M.Ed.) and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, he combines academic rigor with practical implementation expertise.

Areas of Expertise

International Student ServicesOrganizational DevelopmentCultural Competency TrainingStrategic PlanningKeynote Speaking

Ready to Create Change?

Let's work together to build more inclusive communities where everyone can thrive.