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Check Your Title at the Door: Rethinking Influence in Philanthropy | Tiffany Benjamin (Re-Air)
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- Chief Influencer®
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- Mar 4, 2026
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- 2708
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Summary
Today, we’re re-airing our conversation with Tiffany Benjamin, CEO of the Humana Foundation, to coincide with the Face the Fight convening in Louisville, hosted at Humana’s corporate headquarters, where leaders from across sectors are coming together around veteran mental health and suicide prevention. Tiffany shares her unexpected journey from Harvard Law School to leading a major philanthropic foundation — a path shaped by lived experience, deep listening, and a passion for community. We explore how early moments, like volunteering with seniors as a youth, continue to influence her approach to leadership and social impact. Tiffany reflects on what it means to leave your title at the door, the surprising power of sitting in the back of the room, and how true influence is rooted in curiosity and co-creation. From building intergenerational programs to reshaping how we serve communities, Tiffany’s insights are both personal and profoundly actionable. Whether you're a leader, changemaker, or simply curious about what it means to make a difference, this episode is for you. Takeaways: Shaping Health Equity: Tiffany is pioneering health equity by mobilizing funding, partnerships, and research aimed at tackling the root causes of poor health. This includes a holistic approach to nutrition, emotional well-being, disaster recovery, and resource deployment. Value of Curiosity: Tiffany’s journey highlights the importance of curiosity. Her career path shifted dramatically because she was curious about the foundation work at Eli Lilly. Curiosity can open new career opportunities and lead to fulfilling roles that align with your passion and values. Community Listening: The Humana Foundation emphasizes community listening. By creating a Senior Council of high school seniors and seni…