Empowering people and organizations.
By design.
Welcome to Deeply Optimistic Ventures. My name is Dr. Geqigula (GQ) Dlamini. I’m an educator and public sector and innovation leader based in Sacramento, California.
Deeply Optimistic is home to some of my projects. Across the portfolio, you may notice I value optimism, leadership, innovation, and impact.
Project Portfolio
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Transforming California State Government Through Research
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2x Changemakers Series Presentation on Generative AI
Real Impact and Transformation.
I led the first documented participatory action research study that combined empowerment theory with the adoption of generative AI among U.S. state government employees.
My research showed that when workers become co-researchers, not just end-users, AI adoption transforms from compliance to championship.
Project SETHEMBA, meaning ‘hope’ in Ndebele, focuses on individual and organizational empowerment, as well as strategic planning and development. The aim is to bridge the gap between aspiration and impact through effective resource management, strategic planning, and organizational development.
Innovation.
Focus on the Positive
Started in 2018, Focus on the Positive illuminates the transformative power of positivity and inspires an optimistic outlook on life.
