AGENDA
8:00 am — 9:00 am: Registration & Breakfast
9:00 am — 12:15 pm: Programming
12:15 pm — 12:30 pm: Closing Remarks
sessions
How Do You Stay with Your Vision?
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker was elected Philadelphia’s 100th mayor and is the first woman to hold the office. In an intimate conversation with Rev. Dr. Alyn Waller, Mayor Parker will share her personal journey, offering insights into the challenges she has faced and the triumphs she has celebrated along the way. Hear firsthand how, despite the demands and pressures of public office, Mayor Parker has stayed true to the guiding principles that shaped her path and fueled her passion for making meaningful change for the people of Philadelphia.
Pioneering Philanthropy: The REDF Model
What does it take to grow a movement? Carla Javits will discuss REDF’s pioneering venture philanthropy work, which galvanized a national movement of social enterprises—purpose-driven, revenue-generating businesses—that help people overcome employment barriers and build better lives. In conversation with Omar Woodard, Carla will discuss lessons learned on what it takes to stay true to the vision to create an investment model supporting 100,000 people and earning $2B in revenues.
My Inspirement
No matter how you contribute to your company or organization, or where you are in your vision or career, this session will encourage self-reflection and deepen your community connections. Co-facilitated by Danielle Cohn, Founder and Chief Inspiration Officer, My Inspirement, and David Brown, Assistant Dean of Community and Communication, Klein College, Temple University, this session will teach you practices to help design your best life’s work. This workshop will inspire you to action, whether by challenging your status quo, shining a light on your value and potential, or untapping what fuels your soul.
Keynote Address
Xavier McElrath-Bey will share his personal story of transformation and perseverance in the face of immense challenges. At the age of 13, Xavier was sentenced to 25 years in prison for a gang-related murder. After serving 13 years in prison, he came out with a remorseful heart, a bachelor’s degree, and a mission to advocate for poor, disadvantaged, and at-risk youth. Learn how Xavier found the inspiration to put his remorse into action and work to help children like him.