John Hope Bryant is Bringing HOPE to the ASCEND Leadership Conference

On Saturday, March 26th members, friends, and supporters of the Younger Women's Task Force Atlanta Metro Chapter will have the honor of meeting, and hearing opening remarks by John Hope Bryant, the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Operation HOPE and Bryant Group Companies, Inc.

For those of you attending the conference we wanted to give you a sneak peek into the life and work of John Hope Bryant, while making those of you who are not attending (or have not committed to purchasing a ticket) want to hurry and claim your ticket TODAY.

From the humble beginnings of Compton, California and South Central Los Angeles, John Hope Bryant is today a philanthropic entrepreneur, businessman and best-selling author, in the business of empowerment. This includes Mr. Bryant’s non-profit work throughout the United States, through Operation HOPE, his global non-profit work led by HOPE Global Initiatives, his vast work in public policy, and his increasing portfolio in “thought leadership.”  In August, 2009, Bryant’s new book LOVE LEADERSHIP: The New Way to Lead in a Fear-Based World” (Jossey-Bass), debuted on the CEO Reads Top 10 Best Seller List, and was #1 on the Amazon.com “Hottest New Books” List.

Mr. Bryant is the founder, chairman and chief executive officer of Operation HOPE, America’s first non-profit social investment banking organization, now operating in 69 U.S. communities and South Africa, having served more than one million individuals and raised more than $500 million from the private sector to empower the poor.

On January 22^nd, 2008, Mr. Bryant was appointed by then President George W. Bush as vice-chairman of the bi-partisan U.S. President’s Advisory Council on Financial Literacy.  Vice chairman until January, 2010, Mr. Bryant proudly served under the historic presidency of the Honorable Barack Obama, 44^th President of the United States.  

Are you ready to hear what Mr. Bryant has to say this Saturday at the conference? 

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ASCEND Act   | Speak | Create | Empower | Network | Develop
Saturday, March 26, 2011
9:00 AM-4:00 PM
103 West, Atlanta

Visit youngerwomenatlanta.org to learn more!

 

Check out the ASCEND Leadership Conference Speakers

In five days, Saturday March 26th, the Younger Women's Task Force Atlanta Chapter (YWTF-ATL) will host its First Annual A.S.C.E.N.D. Leadership Conference at 103 West  from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm in Buckhead.

Although we shared information with you about some of the speakers, we want you to see and experience a little of what and whom YWTF-ATL is bringing to motivate you to Act Speak Create Empower Network Develop. Take a peek at three of our speakers...

The Empowerment Keynote speaker will be Q100's very own, Melissa Carter, DJ and Co-Host of The Bert Show.

The Leadership Keynote speaker will be Dr. Kendra King, Author, Professor and Political Thinker

Opening Remarks will be delivered by John Hope Bryant the Founder, Chairman and CEO of Operation HOPE and Bryant Group Companies, Inc.

If these three powerful and inspirational individuals have you beyond excited, wait until we highlight the Roundtable Speakers who are ready to share with you what they know about Career Advancement and Management, Entrepreneurship, Work Life Balance, Political Leadership, Advocacy and Community Organizing, and Organizational Leadership.

Trust us when we say, "You don't want to miss the ASCEND Leadership Conference for Younger Women"

We look forward to seeing you there!

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ASCEND Conference Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 15, 2011                                                        

Press Contact: Natasha L. Foreman, MBA, Communications and Marketing Director

natasha.ywtf@gmail.com

YWTF-ATL Hosts its First Leadership Conference for Younger Women in Atlanta on March 26

Conference features keynote addresses by Author, Professor and Political Thinker Dr. Kendra King

 and DJ Melissa Carter of Q100’s The Bert Show

ATLANTA-- The first annual A.S.C.E.N.D. Younger Women’s Leadership Conference produced by the Younger Women’s Task Force Atlanta Metro Chapter (YWTF-ATL) is set to take place on Saturday, March 26, 2011 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the 103 West venue located at 103 West Paces Ferry Rd in Buckhead Atlanta.

Operation HOPE Founder, Chairman and CEO, John Hope Bryant will commence the conference with opening remarks.  In the morning, Q100’s The Bert Show cast member, Melissa Carter will lead an address on women’s empowerment. Author, political thinker, and professor, Dr. Kendra King will deliver a special keynote address on women’s leadership in the afternoon. 

“We are convening this conference , the first of its kind, for younger women and by younger women in Atlanta to unite, empower, and educate younger women about issues that matter most to them,” says Terica Scott, YWTF-ATL Chapter Director. 

In addition, the conference six roundtable discussions on the following topics:

•         Career Advancement by Career Coach, Tiffany Branch of Branch Consulting LLC
•         Entrepreneurial Endeavors with Entrepreneur Dana Eason of Dana Eason Photography and  Independent Consultant, Irina Ratner of Mary Kay Cosmetics 
•         Work Life Balance  by Executive Coach and  Holistic Lifestyle Strategist, Naya Powell of Spa Utopia and Utopia Living 
•         Political Leadership by Political Strategist, Stacey Chavis of StaceyChavis.com 
•        Advocacy and Community Organizing  with Community Advocacy and Engagement Consultant, Erica Pines of EricaPines.com and Carry Smith, Policy and Advocacy Director with YWTF-ATL
•         Organizational Leadership with YWTF-ATL Chapter Director, Terica Scott

Bryant and King will be on hand to sign copies of recently published books following their presentations.

YWTF-ATL will recognize three younger women who have made outstanding contributions in community service, policy and advocacy, and business and career with Younger Women Leaders Awards. At the end of the conference, YWTF-ATL will host a special launch party of the new Younger Women's Network, the official networking arm of the chapter featuring gourmet dessert, networking, and music.

 “We have assembled a line-up of impressive leaders to deliver a world class inspiring and empowering experience to younger women in Atlanta so that they may translate, transform, and improve systems, policies, and cultural imperatives,” adds Scott.

The conference proceeds will support chapter programs and initiatives. To purchase tickets, please visit ascendyoungerwomen.eventbrite.com or visit the conference Web site at youngerwomenatlanta.org.

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Mission: Established in 2009, the purpose of YWTF-ATL is to translate, transform, and improve systems, policies, and cultural imperatives to create, promote, and sustain an empowering, enriching, and enterprising community for young women aged 20-39 who live and work in the Atlanta area.