Inspiring NextGen Global Thinkers

The Open Mindset Project empowers students with perspective, mentors with purpose, and higher education institutions with tools to shape global talent.

Who We Are

The Open Mindset Project Advantage

We're a nimble nonprofit that connects students and recent grads with accomplished mentors while providing skill-building courses designed to boost career-ready global skills.

Global Mentorship

One-on-one conversations that foster growth for students and inspire mentors.

Career Curriculum

Bootcamp designed by educators to build cultural IQ, global fluency, and essential soft skills.

Proof of Impact

Students earn a certification of readiness. Global Gurus leave a legacy. Institutions see results.

Where's Your Place in Open Mindset Project?

Students

Learn critical soft skills, build confidence, and get certified.

Mentors

Share your wisdom.
Shape the future of work.

Higher Ed

Equip students with mentorship for career success.

How does it work?
Students from colleges nationwide join a flexible, rolling cohort each term; dates vary by school.

Hear from Our Community

“Stacie is a strategic partner with a global mindset and passion to inspire others.”
Dr. Allan E. Goodman, President Emeritus, Institute of International Education
“This visionary nonprofit organization empowers a new generation of leaders to connect, learn, and thrive. ”
Grace Schroeder, CEO of Slngr
“Networking has become increasingly vital. The value-add is doubling down on being uniquely human--leveraging real relationships to impact short-term and long-term growth.”
Cassin Dyson, Blaser Family Endowed Executive Director, F. David Fowler Career Center, School of Business, The George Washington University
“Stacie inspired me to see the world not as separate places, but as one interconnected canvas, where a truly global mindset gives students a real edge,”
Gianmarco Zuccaroli, graduate student in Finance
"My global mindset has enabled me to find pleasure rather than fear in the unexpected and, on occasion, to survive; at age 90, I know my life to be better for that. I encourage students today to expand their visions and embrace as much of the world as they can."
Turhan Tirana, retired international banker, who has escaped two wars and traveled to 59 countries for work and pleasure

From the Open Mindset Project Founder

Global thinking is essential – not optional – for 21st century careers. Open Mindset Project helps young professionals prepare not just to succeed, but to lead in a future none of us can predict.

Stacie Nevadomski Berdan, Founder

Ready to Think Globally?

If the answer is YES, here's how to get started:
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