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Zaria Smith is a Co-Founder of Wasabi Partners, a strategic advisory and consulting firm bridging the gap between the right founders and the right capital from venture, private equity, and M&A. As Co-Founder & Managing Director, she leads the firm's growth strategy, strategic partnerships, deal sourcing, and founder advisory practice. Wasabi guides growth-stage companies through capital readiness, go-to-market execution, and investor engagement to navigate critical business decisions with confidence and and maximize long-term enterprise value. Wasabi has served over 50 founders and influenced $50M+ capital across engagements. Let's celebrate this week's #FounderFriday spotlight, Zaria Smith! Connect with more founders and investors in the community, join GoodieNation.org/apply!

Julian Fitzgerald R. is an ecosystem builder designing scalable platforms and partnerships that bring tech, education, and equitable workforce development all in one place. As founder and executive director of The Cxmmunity Foundation, he has charted new pathways for young people of color to access careers in gaming, esports, and digital tech through gamified learning experiences, innovation labs, industry access, and more. The Cxmmunity has evolved from mentorship into two additional properties including a cultural intelligence platform connecting brands with multicultural Gen Z gaming and creator communities as well as, CXM.co, the editorial home of multicultural gaming and creator culture. Julian's vision for the Cxmmunity is not to level the playing field in digital media and gaming, but to completely redesign it. Let's celebrate this week's #TAPForward #FounderFriday spotlight, Julian Fitzgerald! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Good Dude Spotlight! “Detours were never the interruption.” That's the resounding theme throughout Jonathan Giles' career as a young athlete, marketer, comedy writer and national news editor. From traveling the world to late-night standup comedy sets, Jonathan found a safe space in telling the stories that create belonging. He is a regular contributor to national publications including Sports Illustrated, EBONY and Men's Journal covering athletes, brands, entertainers, travel locations, wellness, food, and the stuff that gives ordinary life meaning. He is also host of 'The Field Pass with Jonathan Giles' podcast and former late-night writer for ABC and NBC. Jonathan founded Off Course, an independent, nonprofit media platform and creative studio that uses sports as a gateway to culture, travel, and human connection. Join us in celebrating this week’s #TAPForward Good Dude of the Week, Jonathan Giles! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Good Dude Spotlight! With a career spanning solar program development, site acquisition, enterprise SaaS, and utility policy consulting, Desmond Pressey is now Lead Business Development Analyst, supporting utility software solutions at Honeywell Forge. Desmond has advised nonprofit organizations, developers, and technology platforms on regulatory strategy, utility cost allocation, solar siting, and energy program participation across the eastern United States. His work reflects a commitment not only to advancing renewable energy and solar technology but also to equipping industry professionals with the knowledge and tools to succeed. Mr. Pressey also supports the Society of Engineering Entrepreneurs and the American Association of Blacks in Energy to mentor emerging engineers and helping engineering students explore entrepreneurship. Join us in celebrating this week’s Good Dude of the Week, Desmond Pressey! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

✨Society of the Good Donor Spotlight✨ With over 10 years of experience spanning program management, process excellence, and ecosystem development, Abby Eisape currently serves as Head of Supplier Engagement at Google, where she leads global supplier engagement strategies focused on innovation, operational efficiency, and creating shared value across Google’s supply chain. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Abby is passionate about advocacy, mentorship, and creating pathways for women and underrepresented communities in STEM. As a recognized expert in supplier diversity, she continues to champion inclusive opportunities and empower the next generation of global leaders. We appreciate your support helping Goodie Nation close the relationship gaps in the innovation economy! Stay connected and join the Society of Good donor community at GoodieNation.org/donate! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

As we look ahead to 2027, we are hopeful. We know there’s a lot on everyone’s mind, especially regarding the economy, next steps and where we go from here. Watch Goodie Nation founder & CEO, Joey Womack share a few priorities and how we can all support each other in the months ahead. This is the moment where relationships matter most. Let’s continue building together. #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

✨ Queen of Innovation Spotlight ✨ With 20+ years of hospitality experience, Rachel Ramsey is transforming how restaurants manage their people, payroll, and HR. Measured HR is a fractional HR practice serving small hospitality businesses alongside her platform, Measured HRIS which is tailored to building restaurant-focused technology that empowers owners to better support their teams and operation systems. Measured HR and Measured HRIS were both birthed out of identifying solutions for restaurant owners to grow their business without conforming to corporate software models that were not made for them. Before becoming a tech founder, Rachel worked the line as a chef, ran the floor, and experienced nearly every front- and back-of-house role. She knows firsthand what it takes to keep a restaurant running and what is missing to keep the ecosystem from scaling. Recently, Measured HRIS was included in the Venture Atlanta showcase, selected for the AcceleratorCON Draft Class and feature profile in Hypepotamus! Let's celebrate this week's #QueenOfInnovation, Rachel! Connect with more innovative Queens inside the Goodie Nation community, join at GoodieNation.org/apply!

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✨ Storyteller & Amplifier Spotlight ✨ Victoria Shelton Stroud has dedicated her career to championing community engagement, philanthropy, and meaningful public-private partnerships. As Community Impact Manager for IHG, Victoria manages social impact efforts throughout the Americas Region by cultivating strategic partnerships, mobilizing corporate resources to meet community needs, and creating opportunities for employees and business partners to make a difference. Previously with Wellspring Living, Victoria led development and fundraising to provide safe interventions for domestic violence survivors and those at risk of trafficking. During her time at Hands On Atlanta, she spearheaded citywide service events, including Hands On Atlanta Week and MLK Days of Service. Thank you Victoria for truly embodying servant leadership and your commitment to seeing our communities thrive. Let's celebrate this week's #TAPForward Storyteller & Amplifier Spotlight! Join more storytellers inside the Goodie Nation community, join at GoodieNation.org/apply!

✨Storyteller & Amplifier Spotlight✨ Clarity changes everything. And that's why great strategy starts with asking the right questions and understanding the problem you’re actually trying to solve. As Founder of Smith & Spark a boutique brand consultancy, Meredith Smith helps orgaizations turn complexity into clarity, challenge assumptions, and build smarter strategies for growth. From building brands across markets to revitalizing legacy businesses and bringing new innovations to life, one lesson continues to stand out: the best strategies start with asking better questions. With 25+ years of experience across global and emerging brands in consumer goods, beauty, wellness, and beyond, Meredith brings together strategic rigor, creative intuition, and a collaborative spirit to help businesses move from big ideas to actionable plans. Sometimes, the smartest next step isn’t doing more. It’s getting clear on what matters most. Let's celebrate this week's Storyteller & Amplifier spotlight, Meredith! Join more storytellers inside the Goodie Nation community, join at GoodieNation.org/apply! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Make your voting plan now! Don’t wait until Nov. 3rd. ✅ Check your polling location. ✅ Review the ballot. ✅ Know your candidates & any special amendments. ✅ Bring someone with you! Show up informed and let’s show up together! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Capturing moments celebrating our AUC alumni and friends, homecoming season and Venture Atlanta. Thank you to all of our community dinner hosts curating such amazing experiences, intentional connections and such a range of conversations! ✨ Burunda Prince ✨ Dr. Desha Elliott ✨ James Few ✨ Kylan Kester ✨ Monica Delores Hooks ✨ Dr. Ronald Cetoute ✨William Orgertrice III Join our community of dinner hosts at GoodieNation.org/apply or comment "HOST" below! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Evin Floyd Robinson III is a first-generation college graduate who is now leading one of the fastest growing nonprofits removing the barriers of education and workforce training for the next generation. As Co-Founder and President of America On Tech, Evin is bridging the economic and racial wealth gap in several cities and major tech hubs across the U.S. To date, America On Tech has served more than 5,300 students, facilitated over 1,000 paid internships, generated $4.1 million in wages, and distributed $2.4 million in stipends to close the opportunity gap in the innovation economy. Robinson's commitment to expanding access in underserved communities has been recognized as an American Express Leadership Fellow, is a member of the Forbes Under 30 Board of Directors and also a Founding Member of Forbes Forum. Let's celebrate this week's #FounderSpotlight! Connect with more dope founders inside the Goodie Nation community. Join at GoodieNation.org/apply! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Join us THIS Saturday for our Community in Action Day on the Beltline! Choose your experience! 🧤 ​Clean-Up Squad: Grab gloves, bags, and high-vibe energy as we help pick up litter and keep our iconic greenway clean and thriving. 🍃 ​Resilience Eco-Walk: Join a guided, conversational stroll focused on urban forestry, green infrastructure, and climate solutions along the Beltline. 🗓️ Saturday, Oct. 17th 🕚 9AM-12PM 📍 The Willoughby 🔗 https://luma.com/dz44re1j 🔍 Check out the full ATL Climate Week schedule >> https://lnkd.in/et7bmN2r Let's do good, together! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Meet Dr. Brian Garrett, a biochemist, mission-driven strategist, AI tool builder, creator and host of Grab Your Y Podcast. Brian has led a path shaped by curiosity, mission, and a commitment to building solutions that are useful, timely and forward thinking. His work combines science, innovation, pattern recognition and human insight to build practical AI-assisted tools and systems that improves communication, solve problems, and work more effectively. His latest project, "What's Good" helps people examine and improve the relationship with their selves, process self-reflection, and make vulnerable, thoughtful conversations more fluid. Most recently, he piloted the Grab Your Y Lab at the Morehouse Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center bringing his work in identity and self-discovery to his alma mater. Bringing the Grab Your Y podcast into IRL experiences, The Lab empowers young men to build self-awareness, understand their experiences, and make intentional choices about who they want to become. Let's celebrate this week's #GoodDude, Dr. Garrett! Connect with more dope men inside the Goodie Nation Good Men United community at GoodieNation.org/apply! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Fall Through Friday: Rewind That! Takeover ​Join ATL BLK TCH, BPM Product Community, and Rewind That! for a special Fall Through Friday activation this week. ​Take a break from the workday, grab lunch, and put your trivia skills to the test with an early look at the new a digital gaming platform, Rewind That! 🗓️ Friday, Oct. 16th 🕛 12PM-2PM 📍 The Willoughby 🔗 luma.com/zvwjnsu0 #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

We’re spotlighting Erin Igleheart, Senior Director at Goizueta’s Business & Society Institute and a valued donor to Goodie Nation! For the past 10 years, Erin has supported metro Atlanta entrepreneurs through the Start:ME Accelerator, helping underserved communities launch and grow resilient microbusinesses. She also advances initiatives focused on inclusive economies and climate-smart business practices. We’re grateful for Erin’s continued commitment to entrepreneurship, economic opportunity, and strengthening the communities we serve. Let's celebrate our Society of the Good Donor of the Week! If you'd like to join Society of the Good, visit GoodieNation.org/donate. #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

What a time catching up with so many familiar faces! Last night, we kicked off Venture Atlanta with an evening of connection, candid conversation, and community at The Retreat. ✨ Co-hosted by Camelback Ventures and Goodie Nation, The Next Move brought together an ecosystem of founders, investors and innovation leaders exploring what’s next for tech, and building relationships to move us forward together. Stay connected with the community at GoodieNation.org/apply and catch the remainder of the #VentureAtlanta schedule below! 🗓️ Oct. 14-15th 🔗 ventureatlanta.org/schedule #GoodieNation #CamelbackVentures #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Don't miss this week's events to connect with #CAUAlumni, meet #VentureAtlanta attendees, demo emerging tech from our community members and serve during our Community Action Day on the Beltline! "DM" for link or RSVP at luma.com/goodienation! ✨10/14 | 6:30PM EST | ATLANTA CAU Alumni, Professionals & Innovators hosted by Dr. Desha Elliott, Dr. Ronald Cetoute, & Burunda Prince at Midtown Social ✨10/14 | 7:00PM EST | ATLANTA Health Tech Founders, Healthcare Innovators, Investors & Community Leaders hosted by James Few at Twisted Soul Cookhouse ✨10/15 | 7:00PM EST | ATLANTA Corporate Technologists, Builders & Innovators hosted by William Orgertrice III at MCK ✨10/16 | 12:00PM EST | ATLANTA Fall Through Friday: Rewind That! Takeover at The Willoughby ✨10/17 | 9:00AM EST | ATLANTA Beltline in Motion: Atlanta Climate Week Community Action Day at The Willoughby #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

After pivoting early in her career from Digital Marketing to Technology Consulting, Bianca Millien brings her passion for innovation, strategic problem-solving, and collaboration to Cox Automotive as Director of Product Management. Bianca owns product vision, lifecycle development, go-to-market strategies that connects business goals, tech, and people to deliver impactful solutions. Bianca was also an Equity Wings Fellow with Goodie Nation and cohort member of the Corporate Tech for K–12 Initiative, participating in a nine-month journey developing a project plan focused on introducing ed tech to K–12 students. Through this initiative, Bianca contributed to conversations around expanding access, inspiring young learners, and helping cultivate the next generation of talent for future innovators. Join us in celebrating this week's #QueenofInnovation, Bianca Millien! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

✨ Storyteller & Amplifier Spotlight ✨ For Alaysia, community isn’t just a marketing tactic. It’s a strategic driver of brand trust, customer loyalty, and business growth. With 10 years of experience spanning B2B SaaS, startups, and consumer brands, Alaysia brings a unique blend of cultural insight, brand storytelling, and community-led strategy to her work. From building Slack and Discord communities from the ground up to leading experiential campaigns and creating meaningful brand activations, she knows how to turn engagement into lasting impact. Now continuing her journey at Auros, formerly UserTesting, Alaysia is helping shape how the brand shows up across social, bringing launch messaging to life, and telling the story of a brand at the intersection of human insight and AI. But her passion for community extends far beyond the workplace. As the founder of Black Girls Chillin, Alaysia has grown a community that began as a weekly call during the pandemic into a network of 300+ Black women across the country, with recognition from Teen Vogue along the way. Her approach is rooted in a powerful belief: marketing should be a conversation, not just a campaign. Through authentic connections, culturally relevant storytelling, and spaces where people feel they belong, Alaysia is showing what it looks like to build communities that move people and businesses forward. Congrats to this week's Storyteller & Amplifier Spotlight! Connect with more dope community and brand leaders inside the Goodie Nation community. Join at GoodieNation.org/apply! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

#ATL We're excited to partner with community member, Rachell Dumas, MSN, RN and her team at Heard App to host 'A.I. Is Not Your Doctor' in partnership with Google and the Watson Institute! People are already asking AI about their health, often alone and with no one to tell them whether the answer is safe to act on. HEARD is an AI-powered patient advocacy app that helps patients prepare for visits, document what they are told, and know what to ask, so they can walk into every appointment heard. The 'A.I. Is Not Your Doctor' event is the next chapter of that mission: bringing the builders, the clinicians, and the patients into the same room to talk honestly about where AI helps and where it is dangerous. 🗓️ Monday, November 9, 2026 🕧 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM EST 📍 Auburn Avenue Research Library 🔗 FREE Registration: luma.com/nozdatml #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Here’s your reminder for the week: progress is even more powerful when we build together. You don’t need to have every answer. You just need the courage to keep asking questions, the discipline to keep the door open, and the willingness to learn along the way. The right community can challenge your thinking, expose the blindspots, and remind you that your vision is worth pursuing. Find your community with Goodie Nation, submit interest at GoodieNation.org/apply! #GoodieNation #MomentumMonday #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

At our Goodie Nation community dinners, every table we gather around is an opportunity to: 💵 Reinvest in overlooked communities by driving real economic support to your favorite neighborhoods 📍 Explore incredible local restaurants and champion the hidden-gems right in our backyard 🤝 Create new, meaningful experiences where guests can connect, build relationships, and share ideas over good food When we break bread together, we’re also building wealth, trust, and connection together. Who’s pulling up a chair at the next table? Better yet, who wants to host and curate the next dinner experience? Watch Wally Scott Williams share about his experience as a dinner host. Drop a “Host” in the comments or send us a DM! #GoodieNation #CommunityDinners #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Climate Champions: Your safety is our top priority. Due to the upcoming hurricane and anticipated severe weather impacting the Atlanta area this weekend, we have made the decision to reschedule the Atlanta Climate Week Community Action Day on the Beltline. >>> New Date & Time <<< 🗓️ Saturday, Oct. 17th 🕚 9AM-12PM 📍 The Willoughby 🔗 https://luma.com/dz44re1j Meet us NEXT Saturday and let's do good, together! #GoodieNation #ATLClimateWeek #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Join #GoogleforStartups next week on Oct. 14th during #LATechWeek. Drop in the Google for Startups LA hub for founder focused sessions, private call areas, light bites, beverages, and interactive demo booths featuring product demos from Codelabs and a variety of Google teams. Grab your Google All Access pass today! >> partiful.com/e/Lz3Ay78PuHoV0qYiq6Dp Full #LATechWeek Calendar below! 🗓️ Oct. 12th - Oct. 18th 📍 57 Windward 🔗 tech-week.com/calendar/la #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Today, we’re putting the spotlight on David Seeney, founder of OAE Footwear an entrepreneur bringing creativity, vision, and purpose to the footwear space. Building a brand is about more than creating a product. It’s about having the courage to turn a childhood dream into something real, staying curious, continuing to learn, and creating something that reflects your vision. OAE brings that to life with its first release, HIRISE. This first edition not only represents the culmination of a childhood dream; but pushing past the doubts, detours and setbacks and choosing to rise despite of. David’s transition from media and marketing into footwear demonstrates that the skills you build in one chapter can become the foundation for something completely new in the next. Through OAE Footwear, David is carving out his own lane in the industry while continuing to grow as a leader, entrepreneur, and innovator. Let's celebrate #Morehouse alum and this week's #GoodDude, David Seeney! Connect with more #Spelhouse alums at this week's community dinners during homecoming! 10/9 | 7PM EST | ATL @ The Consulate https://luma.com/dgi2rq7z #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

AI is rapidly changing our world throughout every industry. That's why Avant South is bringing the leaders driving that transformation from higher ed, logistics and fintech to healthcare, media and more right here to Atlanta! Join the room with featured speakers including: • Andre Dickens, Mayor, City of Atlanta • Dallas Austin, Songwriter, Record Producer, and Film Producer • Ronnie Chatterji, OpenAI • Howard Wright, NVIDIA and a few familiar Goodie Nation friends who are also sharing the stage: • Dr. Ayanna Howard, Spelman • Jasmine Crowe-Houston, Goodr • Tope Mitchell, Invest Atlanta • Avoilan Bingham, Drive Capital • Candace Mitchell, MYAVANA • Joy Harris, Georgia State University • Brionte McCorkle, Georgia Conservation Voters • Rae Williams, Google Cloud 🗓️ Oct. 12 - 13 📍 Global Learning and Conference Center 🔗 avantsouth.com/ #GoodieNation #AvantSouth #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Milton Walker is a 30-year technology veteran specializing in business development, Robotics/Physical AI, and computing solutions. As Senior Robotics SAE & Technical Lead at Intel, he works with organizations across North America navigating one of the most consequential shifts in technology. The robotics revolution is often framed around machines becoming more autonomous. But perhaps the more interesting question is what happens when people become better connected to the technology, capital, expertise, and networks they need to turn possibility into progress and curiosity into creation. Milton has built his career around connecting those dots between technical innovation and business strategy, between emerging ideas and market opportunity, and between the people who have a problem and the people who can solve it. As a Venture Partner at Renew Venture Capital, he works alongside hardware and robotics startups tackling difficult problems and building what comes next. Deeply invested in his community, Milton also serves on the boards of RoboGeorgia and Decatur Makers, stewarding the infrastructure, talent, and community needed for Georgia to play an even larger role in the future of AI & robotics. Let's celebrate our Society of the Good Donor of the Week! If you'd like to join Society of the Good, visit GoodieNation.org/donate. #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

From managing events at Spelman College with over 500,000+ attendees to trade shows and serving as Stage Manager for TEDxAtlanta, Tess Vismale understands that memorable, flawless events aren't simply about logistics. They're about people, experience, technology, resilience, and the ability to make smart decisions when the stakes are high and plan inevitably changes. That philosophy is at the heart of iSocialX and of Tess's work as a speaker and educator championing innovation and diversity across the meetings industry. As the founder and CEO of iSocialX, Tess has earned the reputation of “The Event Rescuer,” bringing together strategic planning, onsite execution, and crisis management to solve the challenges that can make or break the event experience. Tess was named a 2026 CMP Fellow, recognized as a 2024 BizBash Industry Innovator, included among Gather Voices’ Top 50 Voices in Events, and recognized by Eventex as one of the 100 Most Influential people in events for four consecutive years. She is also a recipient of the inaugural Tech Women of Impact Award and has been recognized through BizBash500 and Congressional recognition. Let's celebrate this week's #QueenofInnovation and #Spelmanite, Tess Vismale! Connect with more #Spelhouse alums at this week's community dinners during homecoming! 10/7 | 7PM EST | ATL @ Rocksteady https://luma.com/6458ezra 10/9 | 7PM EST | ATL @ The Consulate https://luma.com/dgi2rq7z #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

The Atlanta Integrated Marketing Summit is BACK! Join our friends at Setup this Thursday on Oct. 8th at SCADshow for a half-day summit filled with impactful insights, networking opportunities, and incredible speaker sessions with Laura Knebusch - Georgia-Pacific; Khalilah Cooper - Chick-fil-A; Brian Canning - Hertz; and Wendy Martin - Cricket Wireless. Deep dive into how integrated marketing creates growth across brand, performance, customer experience, media, technology, and operations. 🗓️ Thursday, Oct. 8th 🕜 1:30-6:30PM 📍 SCADshow 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eDYZ_q6G use code SETUP for an additional $20 off! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

✨ Storyteller & Amplifier Spotlight ✨ Felicia Pride's latest chapter opens the sequel series to the beloved ’80s/’90s classic, "A Different World" earning an impressive 4.2 million views in its first few days and hitting the Top 10 in 15 countries. As creator and executive producer of Netflix’s new sequel series, Felicia stepped into the enormous responsibility of reimagining an iconic cultural institution while honoring what made the original so meaningful. Through the eyes of a new generation, pairing legacy characters and talent with emerging voices and contemporary HBCU stories, she has gained an entirely new cult following while preserving moments of nostalgia for the OG fans. Before A Different World, Pride wrote and produced for projects including Queen Sugar, Grey’s Anatomy, and Bel-Air, while also building Honey Chile, an independent media and production company centered on Black women 40+. Her film work includes Really Love, which became a Netflix Top Ten movie. And long before the spotlight of Hillman, Felicia was also part of the founder community supporting Goodie Nation in its earliest days, known as SF30. Her early support reflects a longstanding commitment to recognizing and supporting people, ideas, and communities before they reach the mainstream. From SF30 supporter to award-winning storyteller, Felicia's 25-year career has been dedicated to telling resonant stories and platforming voices that are too often overlooked. Cheers to Season 2!! Let's celebrate this week's #StorytellerAmplifier Spotlight! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Off the heels of our community dinner during #CultureCon with Esosa Johnson, and now we're ready to kickoff #SpelHouseHomecoming2026! Join us this week at one of the dinners below! 10/7 | 7PM EST | ATLANTA SpelHouse Alumni, Founders, Creators & Community Leaders hosted by Kylan Kester at Rocksteady https://luma.com/6458ezra 10/9 | 7PM EST | ATLANTA SpelHouse Alumni, Founders, Innovators, and Educators hosted by Monica Hooks at The Consulate https://luma.com/dgi2rq7z #GoodieNation #CommunityDinners #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Welcome to Q4! There’s something powerful about the last stretch of the year. It’s a chance to reflect on how far you’ve come and reset your priorities. So as we enter the final quarter of the year, don’t allow what hasn't happened to slow you down. Let's focus on what we can still make happen, together. Join an expert coach session, a workshop or dinner and find a community ready to come alongside you to end this year strong! Apply now at GoodieNation.org/appy! 📸 @sosovisions #GoodieNation #MomentumMonday #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

We're kicking off #ATLClimateWeek with a Community in Action Day on the Beltline! Climate Week brings Atlantans together to launch a week dedicated to urban resilience, sustainability, and climate innovation. 🔍 Check out the full ATL Climate Week schedule >> https://luma.com/atlclimateweek then choose your experience for our Community Action Day! 🧤 ​Clean-Up Squad: Grab gloves, bags, and high-vibe energy as we help pick up litter and keep our iconic greenway clean and thriving. 🍃 ​Resilience Eco-Walk: Join a guided, conversational stroll focused on urban forestry, green infrastructure, and climate solutions along the Beltline. 🗓️ Saturday, Oct. 10th 🕚 9AM-12PM 📍 The Willoughby 🔗 https://luma.com/dz44re1j Let's do good, together! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

It's no secret, global and small creative agencies alike have had to make some serious cuts and tough calls contributing to the waves of unexpected layoffs. Would your agency be open to the transition from traditional FTEs to fractional staffing to save on overhead? Listen to Co-Founder and President of Murder Hornet, Alex McInnis explain why that single hack has propelled her agency to win #AdAge Small Agency of the Year while remaining competitively profitable in a volatile industry. #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

#ATL Calling all #SpelHouse alumni!! Kickoff #Homecoming2026 with Morehouse alum and Founding Director of the Morehouse Startup Studio and Director of Student Initiatives at the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center, Kylan Kester; and Spelman Director of Spelpreneur, Monica Hooks for special community dinner meetups throughout the city to celebrate homecoming! 10/7 | 7PM EST | ATLANTA Community Dinner for SpelHouse Alumni, Founders, Creators & Community Leaders hosted by Kylan Kester (@byKylan) https://luma.com/wbawx20k 10/9 | 7PM EST | ATLANTA Community Dinner for SpelHouse Alumni, Founders, Innovators, and Educators hosted by Monica Hooks (@MonicaHooks) https://luma.com/dgi2rq7z #GoodieNation #CommunityDinners #Morehouse #Spelman #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

San Francisco Tech Week is coming up! Join #GoogleforStartups for two days on Oct. 6th & 7th for technical sessions, live product demos, and strategic networking with experts from Google Cloud, Google DeepMind, and NVIDIA. Full #SFTechWeek Calendar & Registration Links! 🗓️ Oct. 5th - Oct. 11th 📍 The Aviary at Metreon 🔗 https://www.tech-week.com/calendar/sf #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

With 15+ years of experience working with Fortune 100 and Global 2000 organizations, Michael specializes in navigating high-stakes challenges connecting strategic tech solutions to protect and scale business operations. Michael's genius is identify and solve for the gaps that often are undetected within business operations. His work to understand each organization’s priorities and unique challenges, helps them accelerate growth, reduce risk, and strengthen ROI. As Managing Partner at HighStrat AI, Michael's solutions help protect revenue against contract overrun and unexpected expenses that fly under the radar. At Vertex, Michael helps enterprises tackle complex tax challenges positioning clients for compliance, reporting, and audit readiness with greater confidence. Thank you, Michael for being apart of the community and this week's #GoodDude! Connect with more #GoodDudes within our Goodie Nation community! Visit GoodieNation.org/apply to join! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

In a time where social connectedness is increasingly low, Community Dinners are a great way to meet new people without the pressure of large gatherings. It allows you to find community within genuine, authentic conversations anywhere from sports, tech and AI, entrepreneurship, self-development and more - listen, there's range and sometimes all in the same night! The truth is, these dinners are a safe haven that really pours back into the people that attend. Join our next community dinners! 10/2 | 7PM EST | NEW YORK Goodie Nation Community Dinner for Storytellers, Brand Builders, Connectors, and Innovators hosted by Esosa Ighodaro (@anythingbutsoso) during #CultureCon https://luma.com/wbawx20k 10/7 | 7PM EST | ATLANTA Community Dinner for SpelHouse Alumni, Founders, Creators & Community Leaders hosted by Kylan Kester (@byKylan) https://luma.com/wbawx20k 10/9 | 7PM EST | ATLANTA Community Dinner for SpelHouse Alumni, Founders, Innovators, and Educators hosted by Monica Delores Hooks (@MonicaHooks) https://luma.com/dgi2rq7z #GoodieNation #CommunityDinners #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Alex Fram-Schwartz is a Salesforce architect and business technology consultant who helps organizations turn complex operational challenges into simpler, smarter ways of working. He's a trusted partner for small business owners and non-profit leaders looking to reimagine overwhelming workflows and helping teams create seamless system operations. You’re likely to find Alex exploring hiking trails, cycling and looking for the next challenge or adventure. His hobbies reflect the same qualities he brings to his professional life: curiosity, persistence, adaptability, and a willingness to keep moving forward even when the path (or tech problem) gets challenging. Thank you for being apart of our Goodie Nation community and joining the mission to support small business owners with the resources and support to elevate their company to the next level. Learn more about our exclusive Goodie Nation donor community, Society of the Good and make your investment towards the future of the innovation economy: goodienation.org/donate. #GoodieNation #DonorSpotlight #SocietyOfTheGood #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

An evening for GSU Alumni, Entrepreneurs, Founders & Community Leaders to connect, build relationships, and share ideas over dinner. Hosted by GSU Alumni Brian Moore of AMBNT, this intimate gathering brings together alumni tech enthusiasts, business founders, creative leaders and community builders in Atlanta during homecoming week! 📅 Wednesday, September 30th 🕖 7:00 PM EST 📍 Therapy Too 🔗 RSVP: https://luma.com/phwz4omx Come ready to connect, collaborate, and build community with fellow GSU alumni and leaders. #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere #GSUAlumni #GeorgiaState #GSU #Atlanta #AtlantaEntrepreneurs #CommunityLeaders #Founders #Entrepreneurs #Networking #AMBNT

Amanda Hoye is a Sports Content Creator & Producer. As founder of Mochi Studios, Amanda leads content creation of sports content across multiple platforms including her Hoops and Healing podcast and her latest co-host of "W's in Tha Chat", a YouTube show focused on elevating the WNBA and Unrivaled. Her platforms have allowed her to partner with brands including Fanatics, Overtime, the NFL, WNBA and BIG10 and cover live sporting events and interview athletes including Caleb Williams & Angel Reese. As a former collegiate basketball player, she is passionate about connecting the worlds of sports, creativity and community through authentic storytelling spotlighting the game, players, creatives, and community leaders driving the industry forward. Let's celebrate this week's #QueenOfInnovation, Amanda Hoye! Connect with more dope Queens of Innovation within our Goodie Nation community! Visit GoodieNation.org/apply to join! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

The responses from #GoodieNationHouse makes one thing clear: the proof of concept works! There's an urgent need for real community, access to a vetted network, alongside practical tools and resources you can implement in your career and business today. Goodie Nation offers multiple touch points to connect and close the relationship gap through intimate community dinners, weekly virtual workshop sessions, a private community chat and curated experiences like Goodie Nation House. You need to be in community. Join ours at GoodieNation.org/apply and drop in to our upcoming dinners this week! 🐾 GSU Alumni, Entrepreneurs, Founders & Community Leaders hosted by alumni Brian Moore during Georgia State homecoming Wednesday, Sept. 30th | 7PM EST | ATLANTA https://luma.com/phwz4omx ✨ Storytellers, Brand Builders, Connectors, and Innovators hosted by Esosa Ighodaro during #CultureCon Friday, Oct. 2nd | 7PM EST | NEW YORK https://luma.com/wbawx20k

This week, we’re is bringing our community together around the table for two special community dinners! 🐾 #GeorgiaStateAlumni: Come home, reconnect with fellow Panthers, and make new connections during Homecoming in #ATL at the Community Dinner for GSU Alumni, Entrepreneurs, Founders & Community Leaders hosted by alumni Brian Moore (@bmooreatl) of AMBNT 🗓️ Wednesday, Sept. 30th | 7PM EST 📍Therapy Too | ATLANTA 🔗 https://luma.com/phwz4omx ✨ #CultureCon attendees: If you’re in #NYC, join us for a dinner curated for Storytellers, Brand Builders, Connectors, and Innovators hosted by Esosa Ighodaro (@anythingbutsoso) of AcceleratorCON & Black Women Talk Tech. 🗓️Friday, Oct. 2nd | 7PM EST 📍 Mango Bay | NEW YORK 🔗 https://luma.com/wbawx20k Sign up today! #GoodieNation #CommunityDinners #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

You made the introduction. You exchanged contact info. Now, keep the momentum going. ☕ Follow up with a coffee break. 💻 Invite them to a co-working session. 📩 Send that “great meeting you” text or email. 🤝🏾 Find a way to continue the conversation. Leverage the connections you made and turn a moment of meeting into an ongoing relationship. This Monday, ask yourself: Who did I meet recently that I can follow up with today? 📸 @sosovisions #GoodieNation #MomentumMonday #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Watch Shannon Watkins, of Watkins Brand Advisors share her thoughts on how agencies and influencers are leaving money on the table, especially in the creator economy! #GoodieNationHouse #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

West Coast Tech Week season is right around the corner! Our friends at Google for Startups is setting up dedicated hubs and activations in Oakland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Catch the first series of events next week in Oakland! Full Oakland Tech Week Calendar & Registration Links! 🗓️ Sept. 27 - Oct. 3rd 📍Kissel Hotel Uptown Oakland 🔗 oaklandtechweek.com/events #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere #WestCoastTechWeek #OTW26

Perfectly captured moments from last week's community dinner by Courtney Pack! Find your seat at one of our upcoming dinners! 9/30 | 7PM EST | ATLANTA Community Dinner for GSU Alumni, Entrepreneurs, Founders & Community Leaders hosted by Brian Moore (@bmooreatl) luma.com/dqqkq98n 10/2 | 7PM EST | NEW YORK Goodie Nation Community Dinner for Storytellers, Brand Builders, Connectors, and Innovators during #CultureCon hosted by Esosa Ighodaro (@anythingbutsoso) luma.com/wbawx20k 10/7 | 7PM EST | ATLANTA Community Dinner for SpelHouse Alumni, Founders, Creators & Community Leaders hosted by Kylan Kester (@byKylan) luma.com/wbawx20k

Explore a curated art walk, connect with fellow creatives and art lovers at @ATLairport as we celebrate the artists, ideas, and experiences that have shaped three decades of art at ATL. #ATLAirportArt #ART30 | 1996–2026 🗓️ October 1st 🕒 3PM-5PM 📍 ATL Airport Domestic Atrium 🔗 RSVP: tinyurl.com/airportart30 #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Jarius Brown brings experience from organizations including ESPN, Get Engaged Media and SportsTrust Advisors, where he has negotiated $100K+ sponsorship and partnership deals; led digital strategy for over a dozen athletes, artists, and brands; and supported content and programming strategy reaching national broadcast audiences. Now, he’s bringing all of those experiences together as Founder & Creative Director of Underrated Creatives. Evolving from only social media management, Jarius expanded service offerings to include end-to-end story-driven campaigns from commercials, social videos and branded content for small business owners. Underrated Creatives is about more than producing content, it’s a creative approach that blends marketing insight with each unique brand story that reach audiences through compelling, cinematic visual storytelling. Let's celebrate this week's #GoodDude! If you're looking to get connected with more dope creative leaders, join the Goodie Nation or tap in with our #GoodMenUnited community at GoodieNation.org/apply.

Corey Moore has spent more than 16 years developing the infrastructure that bring entrepreneurs, businesses, professionals, and communities together. His work as CEO and President of ProNetworker connects entrepreneurs and professionals with networking events, seminars, expos, workshops, and conferences. His flagship event, the @AtlBlkExpo, has grown into a major marketplace for 300+ Black-owned businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations, attracting nearly 5,000 attendees each year. Through staple events like @TasteUrbanNow, business communities like Women Who Network, and his work with Fortune Financial Group, Corey continues to create opportunities for entrepreneurs to connect, gain visibility, strengthen their businesses and expand their impact in the community. Thanks to Corey's support as a Society of the Good donor, Goodie Nation is also able to advance the collective work in bridging the relationship gap. Learn more about Goodie Nation's donor community, Society of the Good: goodienation.org/donate. #GoodieNation #DonorSpotlight #SocietyOfTheGood #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

The Goodie Nation Community Dinners are special because they bring people like you to the table. A reminder that we aren't in this alone. These dinners create space for more than conversation. They create networks, partnerships and opportunities across industries, experiences, and perspectives all rooted in trust, generosity, and a shared commitment to seeing one another thrive. Thank you to last week's phenomenal dinner hosts! ✨ Jad-Évangelo Nasser (@JadEvangelo) ✨ Kristelle Beecher (@DrKristelle) ✨ Alcide Honore (@AlcideLHonore) ✨ Kylan Kester (@byKylan) Stay tuned for our next dinner series and if you are interested in becoming a featured dinner partner or official Goodie Nation host, curating the vibes and conversation for our intimate dinners, send us a note or DM us! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

We intentionally curate these rooms for you! To see yourself within a community of dope builders, thinkers and innovators. These rooms help you build the right alliances and support, share opportunities and resources so we call all win together. Thank you, Candace for being such a light and standing by our mission to closing the relationship gap and fostering genuine connections! We love to hear all the impact stories and fruitful connections that rise from our Goodie Nation community. Tag us with your stories or send us a note to be featured! Join the community at GoodieNation.org/apply! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Behind every major sporting moment are partnerships being developed, brands being positioned, audiences being cultivated, and experiences being designed. That's why Andrea Young has taken her love for the game beyond the field. As a sports business strategy consultant, Young has built a career working across marketing, events, partnerships, brand strategy, and analytics advising sport brands about how they connect with audiences and create memorable fan experiences. Through workshops and speaking engagements, Andrea has created opportunities to explore the broader business of sports while encouraging students and industry professionals to think differently about strategy, marketing, partnerships, and innovation. And now, YoungViewsSports provides another avenue for that conversation. As the founder and content creator of YoungViewsSports, Andrea creates a space where authentic sports culture, storytelling, and fan experience collide. Let's celebrate this week's #QueenOfInnovation, Andrea Young! Join our Queens of Innovation community at GoodieNation.org/apply! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Join Climate Week Network, the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Sustainability & Resilience, and Goodie Nation for a high-energy morning bringing together neighbors, changemakers, and climate champions from across the city. 🗓️ Saturday, Oct. 10th 🕚 9AM - 12PM ☕ Start the morning: Coffee + breakfast bites + community leaders at Goodie Nation at The Willoughby. 🌿 Then hit the BeltLine: Choose your way to take action: 🧤 Clean-Up Squad Gloves on. Bags ready. Let’s give the Eastside Trail some love. 🌳 Resilience Eco-Walk Walk, talk, and discover how the Beltline's green infrastructure, and climate solutions are shaping a more resilient Atlanta. This is how we launch Atlanta Climate Week 2026. RSVP here: https://luma.com/dz44re1j See you on the BeltLine! 💚 #GoodieNation #AtlantaClimateWeek #ACW2026 #ClimateAction #AtlantaBeltLine #UrbanResilience #ClimateInnovation #Sustainability

In the uncertainty of job security within the marketing industry and many transitioning to launching their own businesses, the breakthroughs, relationships and resources we need have always come from a collective of people who consistently show up, share access and knowledge, support bold ideas, embrace partnerships, and are not afraid to create opportunities for one another. Last week, we hosted the Goodie Nation House, 3 community dinners, and our Fall Through Friday coworking meetup convening over 100 brand builders during Atlanta's Brandweek. These moments are special because it underscores the urgent need for curated learning experiences, access to vetted relationships, reliable resources to unlock the next level of your career or business and the dope innovators within Goodie Nation willing to help you get there. If you're looking for career accountability, learning workshops, founder support or grow your network with marketing and brand leaders, join the community >> GoodieNation.org/apply. 📸 @sosovisions #GoodieNation #Brandweek #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Every week, Andre Albritton helps Atlanta’s business and creative community navigate 120+ networking events, discover new spaces, meet the right people, and turn casual conversations into meaningful opportunities. As the founder of Networking Only Atlanta, Andre has built a fast-growing platform that helps people be more intentional about where they show up, who they meet, and how they collaborate and grow. Through a weekly newsletter, curated events, and strategic partnerships, Networking Only Atlanta has connected over professionals throughout the city highlighting Atlanta’s most valuable networking events, conferences, and business opportunities. With a background spanning insurance, marketing, and community engagement, Andre's people-first approach is the key to unlocking stronger networks and building community. Young Professionals of Greater Atlanta and Urban League of Greater Atlanta Young Professionals. Andre Albritton is a true connector, community builder and this week's #GoodDude shoutout! Connect with more dope creative storytellers doing good in the community >> GoodieNation.org/apply. #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

What started as a bold idea to bring creative agency and marketing leaders together has grown into a thriving community of Storytellers and Amplifiers - people building brands, shaping culture, and influencing the future of the innovator economy. Over the past year, The TAP Forward cohort has: ✨ Built stronger businesses and sharper strategies 🫱🏾‍🫲🏽Expanded their networks and opened doors to new relationships 💡 Established thought leadership, sharing knowledge, challenges, and ideas with peers and industry leaders 🚀 Strengthened capacity to grow and scale 📣 Amplified the stories of the organizations and communities they serve And the impact doesn't stop with the cohort. The TAP Forward community has expanded, creating more opportunities and deeper relationships for creative agency founders, marketers, communicators, content creators, strategists, and brand leaders to connect, learn, collaborate, and grow together. Have you tapped into TAP Forward? Join the community >> goodienation.org/apply! #GoodieNation #TAPForward #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

As a former NFL athlete, Enoch Demar brings a unique perspective to tackling the setbacks and challenges that stunts business expansion. Through Ready, Set, Scale!, Enoch helps businesses implement practical AI and automation solutions, deploy smarter digital marketing systems and develop seamlessly streamlined strategies that lead to sustainable growth. His work is centered on entrepreneurs gaining the capacity, clarity, and infrastructure to pursue bigger opportunities without sacrificing the quality of their work or their vision. Thank you for joining the mission and equipping entrepreneurs with the tools, resources and access to closing the relationship gap in the innovation economy. Learn more about Goodie Nation's donor community, Society of the Good: goodienation.org/donate. #GoodieNation #DonorSpotlight #SocietyOfTheGood #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

An award-winning visual journalist, Alyssa Pointer, has built a career around impactful storytelling, exploring race, class, culture, geography, and gender through images that are timely, honest, and deeply human. From daily news and breaking events to long-form narrative projects, Alyssa’s editorial work has been documented with global news platforms including NPR, Thomson Reuters, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and The Chicago Tribune. Today, Alyssa leads Leola Studios, her creative venture focused on powerful visual storytelling for nonprofit and for-profit organizations such as No Kid Hungry and 70 Million Podcast. Her artistry captures people, communities, and the pivotal issues shaping their lives with such emotional depth, enriching the connection and experience each viewer feels. Alyssa's work has earned recognition from organizations including the Time Magazine's 100 Photos of the Year, National Press Photographers Association, the Atlanta Press Club, and the Hearst Journalism Awards. A talented storyteller, mentor, and creative force Alyssa’s work is a great reminder of the power of visual storytelling to shed light and humanize the often overlooked experiences in our communities. Let's celebrate this week's #QueenOfInnovation! Connect with more dope creative storytellers doing good in the community >> GoodieNation.org/apply. #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

This week, we stepped into a curated room with dozens of talented brand builders and industry leaders, small group workshop sessions, listening to never before heard origin stories, the inspirations that sparked their journeys and challenges that transformed pivotal career moments. Some rooms money can't buy because the knowledge and relationships are simply priceless. Don't miss the next Goodie Nation House. Join the community >> GoodieNation.org/apply. 📸 @sosovisions #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Simone Cheri Harvin is a strategist, storyteller, and Senior Editor at Travel Noire, the leading travel and culture media brand for the global Black diaspora. With a career spanning brand strategy, digital media, and editorial storytelling, Simone is known for turning ideas into compelling narratives and meaningful brand presence for your favorite travel destinations, MillerCoors, Sally Beauty, African Pride Hair Care, and more. We caught up with Simone to share her best relationship building hack and hint: it always involves a seat at the table! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

We’re not done yet! Pull up to one of our community dinners this week! Comment “dinner” for registration details or reach out to the dinner hosts below! 9/16 | 7PM EST | ATLANTA Creators, Brand Builders, Influencers & Marketing Innovators Dinner hosted by Jad-Évangelo Nasser (@jadevangelo) 9/17 | 6:30PM EST | ATLANTA Good Men United Community Dinner hosted by Alcide Honore (@alcidelhonore) 9/17 | 7PM EST | ATLANTA Brand Leaders and Marketers hosted by Dr. Kristelle Beecher (@drkristelle) #GoodieNation #CommunityDinners #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Goodie Nation House gathered dozens of brand builders, agency founders, creative directors, and marcomm leaders in Atlanta around one common goal: closing the relationship gap in the innovation economy. The access to career-changing introductions and partner relationships, along with the intimate panels and fireside chats with industry vets is just the energy and traction needed to get ahead of Q4. The truth is, times are challenging right now. Being in the right room matters because they can unlock the door to the next opportunity or feed you with just enough (in)sanity to keep going. Whatever the goals, there was someone in the room ready to help you take the next step towards them. Huge thanks to Dagger for hosting us, our awesome speakers for their stories, Just Add Honey and Bomade Vodka. If you left inspired, with a connection or would like to help make one… join the community and continue the mission at GoodieNation.org/donate. #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Good Morning! Goodie Nation House is here and the team is excited to greet you! Free street & lot parking available. Check-in at the front door off Willoughby Avenue! See you soon! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Will King is a 4x founder, Techstars alum, and co-founder of Offbrand.ai, where he’s building AI brand operations agents for lean marketing and brand teams. An industrial designer by training and user researcher at heart, Will has worked with Fortune 100 companies, startups, agencies, and enterprise marketing teams across product, UX, strategy, and AI adoption. Catch up with Will for #martech and #AI best practices at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/gnhouse-brandbuilders #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Room + Connections = Space for Opportunities! Meet us at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eTXuMgrh #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

David Elgin is a seasoned sports and entertainment executive with more than 15 years of experience across sales, marketing, CRM, and business analytics. Elgin plays a key role for the Atlanta Hawks leading the organization’s analytical strategy and initiatives, transforming data into actionable insights that drive engagement and business performance. Meet David and dope marketing leaders at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/gnhouse-brandbuilders #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

A longtime digital creative and entrepreneur, Adam Harrell has grown Nebo into one of the largest and nationally recognized independent agencies in the Southeast by seamlessly fusing digital marketing strategy with smart, human-centered design. Over the years, Nebo has partnered with notable organizations and campaigns from bringing the vision of Centennial Yards to life to revitalizing the fanbase of Turner Classic Movies and showcasing the city as one of the best places to live, work, and create for the Metro Atlanta Chamber's grassroots initiative, ChooseATL. A founding board member of #TAPForward, his exceptional and visionary impact to the industry has received numerous awards and honors by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, the American Marketing Association of Atlanta, and a ceremonial Key to the City of Atlanta. Adam is also the author of "Creative Direction in a Digital World: A Guide to Being a Modern Creative Director", a practical guide to the evolving role of creative leadership in the digital age. Connect Adam and dope agency founders at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/gnhouse-brandbuilders #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Dr. Christopher Thompson is an senior communications strategist, researcher, and educator working across higher education, nonprofit, public affairs, and mission-driven spaces. As founder of House of Heralds PR, Dr. Thompson leads creative brand strategy and experiential marketing for a range of clients including AMB Sports and Entertainment, ESSENCE, Bronze Lens Festival, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Live and the PRSA Foundation. In our latest interview, Dr. Thompson shares how well-crafted storytelling is the secret differentiator for clients in defining their next move. Connect with dope comms strategists and storytellers at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders in #ATL on Sept. 14th! >>> https://lnkd.in/eTXuMgrh #GoodieNation #TAPForward #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

LeKeith Taylor is a brand strategist, marketing executive, and creative entrepreneur with a career spanning nearly 2 decades deploying data-driven and culturally impactful campaigns. LeKeith’s approach is deeply human, intentionally creating brand moments and experiences that leave lasting impressions. That philosophy has shaped a career from serving as Chief Marketing & Brand Officer establishing The Gathering Spot as a cultural destination and community for professionals, to SVP of Brand Innovation at Porter Novelli, and launching the infamous 'Atlanta - Where You Belong' brand while SVP of Marketing at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Desiring a more entrepreneurial path, LeKeith left the agency and corporate worlds to define creative freedom on his terms. Now, he is the Founder & Principal of M—SCELLANEOUS™, a brand advisory, management, and venture development firm with a range of client partners including Atlanta BeltLine, Baccarat, EA Sports, La Fête Wine Co., ONE Musicfest, and RETREAT by The Gathering Spot. Catch up with LeKeith and get the behind-the-scenes of his founder origin story at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/gnhouse-brandbuilders #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Lucas Roberts is an architect-turned-developer leading transformative work in South Downtown Atlanta. With a background in architectural design and a passion for urban revitalization, Lucas bridges the gap between architecture and development to create inclusive, community-driven spaces. He frequently moderates conversations on project ideation, equity in development, and the future of cities, bringing a grounded, visionary perspective to urban innovation. Lucas brings a unique perspective on how cities evolve grounded in history, driven by equity, and shaped by collaboration. Meet Lucas and hear about the vision transforming South Downtown at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eTXuMgrhhttps://lnkd.in/eTXuMgrh #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

#ATL Join Creator Tea Talk, Born Social, and Croud, during Brandweek for an exclusive conversation with creatorpreneur and community founder Jayde I. Powell and Born Social’s VP of Social & Influencer, Steph Ross, on how creators are building careers, brands and legacies, not just influence. 🗓️ Tuesday, Sept. 15th 🕔 3PM-6PM 🔗 RSVP: https://luma.com/j0ph55gz?tk=kJq4JS #GoodieNation #CreatorTeaTalk #Brandweek #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

As CEO of The LOLA, Atlanta’s women-centered coworking and community space, Naeemah Jade is managing more than a physical space for women to work. She understands meaningful ecosystems are built through proximity, trust, generosity and people who keep showing up for one another. That's why she has always molded a different model of community where genuine connection becomes an essential part of how women build their lifestyles, businesses, careers, relationships, and influence. In addition to the work at The LOLA, Naeemah is founder of Aligned AF a guided coaching experience for women leaders and founders looking for self-discovery, professional growth and authentic alignment. She also produces workshops, panels, conferences and retreats; and was recently recognized by the Atlanta Dream for her impact shaping women in Atlanta. Connect with Naeemah at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/gnhouse-brandbuilders #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

From competing as a 2X All Pro NFL veteran with the Atlanta Falcons and Baltimore Ravens to launching a portfolio of purpose-driven businesses, Ovie Mughelli has spent his career understanding what it takes to build a brand that stands for something. Ovie is a nationally-recognized media correspondent, comic book author, and serial entrepreneur managing a family of brands including the Ovie Mughelli Foundation advocating for environmental sustainability; ONO Consultancy partnering with institutions to improve patient and employee health and wellbeing; Ovie Inspires securing brand partnerships with household names such as Walmart, Roku, Zatarain's, and Hardee's; as well as co-host of Bleav in Falcons covering a range of sports and lifestyle content. His journey offers a powerful perspective on turning personal experience, expertise and influence into brands with meaningful impact. Meet Ovie and get best practices to transform your brand at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/gnhouse-brandbuilders #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Guess what?! Fast Forward has extended the deadline for 2027 Accelerator applications to Friday, September 18th! This means nonprofit social entrepreneurs have time to apply for a $25K philanthropic grant, receiving training from seasoned tech nonprofit founders, and mentorship from tech experts to help you address the world’s biggest social challenges. Learn more and apply! https://www.ffwd.org/accelerator #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Mike Popowski is an entrepreneurial agency leader with deep digital and brand-building experience consulting F100 brands, Big Four banks, professional sports teams and leading non-profits. Dagger's clients include ESPN, Take 5 Oil Change, Maaco, Cox, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and more! As CEO and co-founder of Dagger, one of the South's leading agencies Mike has evolved the small startup into a multi award-winning agency recognized by #AdAge and #Adweek. Dagger is known for its creative, content-driven approach to modern marketing from advertising to branded entertainment and original series. Meet Mike and more at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/gnhouse-brandbuilders GoodieNation WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Angela Watts has built a career advancing fashion, art, entrepreneurship, strengthening the creative economy and positioning Atlanta as a global destination for fashion and culture. At the foundation of her work is 10 Squared agency, serving as the creative and strategic communication engine connecting Angela’s portfolio of cultural and community-driven initiatives. As founder of RAGTRADE ATLANTA and Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW), Angela has grown ATLFW from a collective of seasonal shows into one of the most influential fashion festivals in the South. Then serving as Executive Producer of the Atlanta Cultural Exchange during the FIFA World Cup, amplifying voices and visibility for Atlanta's global creative community through thought leadership programming, community-centered experiences and activations including key partnerships with international voices from Spain, Haiti, Morocco and South Africa. Angela's commitment to arts advocacy and shaping cultural programming, is reflected in her leadership on the Board of the National Black Arts Festival (NBAF) and the City of Atlanta, Arts Advisory Committee. Meet Angela and more at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/gnhouse-brandbuilders #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Dedren Snead is a Ford Foundation Global Fellow and Futurist in Residence for humanity, bridging art, technology, and cultural storytelling. As founder of SUBSUME, the world’s first Afrofuturist Technology Studio, he partners with Fortune 500 companies, HBCUs, and civic institutions to create equitable futures, expand workforce development as well as models for learning and collaboration. One of the most compelling aspects of Dedren’s work is his ability to move between worlds. He is an expert in emerging tech and AI; understands the language of visual art; a champion for accessible education and is equally invested in the stories and cultural identities that give each of those disciplines meaning. Just last week during Dragon Con's 40th anniversary, Dedren was able to bring all of those worlds together, curating spaces where creative fandoms like Afrofuturism can feel authentic, acknowledged and celebrated. Shameless shout out on his feature with WABE! (wabe.org/afrofuturism-gives-black-creatives-of-dragon-con-visions-of-innovation-and-resilience) Dedren Snead is a reminder that the future is not something to be afraid of or wait to let happen, but something we have the power to influence and design right now. Let's celebrate this week's #GoodDude, Dedren! Connect with more creative storytellers at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! Join the guestlist! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere #LinkInBio

Shannon Watkins is a three-time Global Chief Marketing Officer who has led brand revivals for ​household names and cult favorites such as the Jordan Brand at Nike, The Coca-Cola Company, Aflac, and Fiserv.​ Now​ founder of ​her own agency Watkins Brand Advisors, ​Shannon ​brings ​2 decades experience​ leading worldwide brand strategy, corporate communications and creative direction, and market research to her own roster of clients. As a champion for opportunity, access and equality for the marketing industry, Watkins is​ a founding member of our TAP Forward Marketing Collective (formerly The A Pledge), and a member of the Black Executive CMO Alliance (BECA). She has been recognized with multiple industry honors, including being named one of Adweek’s Most Powerful Women in Sports, recipient of a Cannes Lion award and most recently a judge participant for the Miss America Pageant. Meet Shannon and get the behind-the-scenes of your favorite campaigns at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/gnhouse-brandbuilders After Goodie Nation House, join Shannon at ADWeek's Brandweek, Sept . 15th-17 in Atlanta. Use code, Shannon20, for a discount! www.brandweek2026.com #GoodieNation #TAPForward #Brandweek #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

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