About Petal
I’m Petal Modeste.
For more than 23 years, I’ve leveraged my expertise in education, law, and motherhood (not to mention being a woman of strong convictions!) to bring a distinctive perspective on parenting and child development.
As a mother of two daughters in two different generations and with over 20 years of experience as a legal and higher education professional, I’ve learned that parenting is about more than the basics. It’s about recognizing that how we raise our children today will shape the world of tomorrow. When we arm them with the skills and tools that will enable them to become a good citizen of the world, we also prepare them to change that world for the better.
My mission is simple: to empower forward-thinking parents like you to nurture future-ready kids who will shape a better world. Through our podcast, events, and growing community, Parenting for the Future helps parents give their children the knowledge, tools and skills they need to become happy, healthy, purposeful people capable of making their unique impact on the world.
Thank you for allowing me to walk this parenting journey with you.
A little bit about me:
- Mother to two awesome daughters who are 9 years apart
- Wife to a phenomenal husband
- Dedicated Lifelong Learner
- Former practicing finance lawyer who still loves nuance and detail
- Mother to two awesome daughters who are 9 years apart
- Wife to a phenomenal husband
- Dedicated Lifelong Learner
- Former practicing finance lawyer who still loves nuance and detail
- Associate Dean at Columbia Law School*
- Lover of oat milk lattes from Joe Coffee, the tasting menu at 11 Madison Park, pineapple on thin- crust pizza, and fresh passion fruit
- Crazy for steel pan music and Law and Order
- Believes extra-long walks on the beach will give us answers to most of the questions that perplex us
*The opinions and views expressed on Parenting for the Future are those of the speakers and do not purport to reflect any policy or position of Columbia Law School.
- Associate Dean at Columbia Law School*
- Lover of oat milk lattes from Joe Coffee, the tasting menu at 11 Madison Park, pineapple on thin- crust pizza, and fresh passion fruit
- Crazy for steel pan music and Law and Order
- Believes extra-long walks on the beach will give us answers to most of the questions that perplex us
*The opinions and views expressed on Parenting for the Future are those of the speakers and do not purport to reflect any policy or position of Columbia Law School.
How I Can Help:
The Podcast
The Parenting for the Future podcast helps parents move dialogue into action. Join us for conversations designed to empower, nurture, and inspire.
Join Our Community
Be part of a global network of forward-thinking parents on a shared journey of raising future-ready kids. It’s up to us to architect the future.
Petal In Person
Join us for in-person and online events where we engage in thought-provoking discussions, share valuable insights, and unite in a shared mission.