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Across every audience, from classrooms to corporate teams, our speakers deliver insights that equip people with tools they can apply immediately, ensuring every engagement leads to meaningful, measurable and actionable growth.

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Khalid Mumin

Tracy L. Williams

Community-Based Entrepreneurship and Small Business Ecosystems

Why it’s strong: This is economic development translated into action people can implement.
Who books this: entrepreneur programs, community organizations, small business accelerators, libraries, colleges, faith orgs.
Signature talk title ideas:

How Local Businesses Become Local Institutions
From Idea to Income: Building Something People Trust
Community Is a Business Strategy
What audiences get: how to build demand locally, partnerships, and repeat customers without big budgets.

Briana M. Williams

Topics:

Young Women's Speaker Series: Financial Literacy for Young Women, Social Etiquette

Discovering Who You Are

Earning Money While in High School Developing a Good Resume

Standing on Your Own Two Feet

Time Management

Kareem Hayes

Terrell Brady

Topics:

Transitioning from College to Career

Leading Young People with Integrity

Creating Effective Programs from the Ground Up

Education as a Means to an End

Lessons in Etiquette for Men

Photography Basics for Children

The Art of Practicing Daily Affirmations

Terrell Brady

Topics:

Avoiding Recidivism

Preparing for Release

Myths & Facts for Returning Citizens

Kala Gause

Terrell Brady

Kala Gause, known as Coach K, brings a unique blend of

experience and heart to the world of youth sports. As the

author of Keys To The Journey, he guides parents through the

intricacies of helping their children achieve their athletic and

academic dreams. From his early days working in his family's

restaurant to his extensive work with Next Level & Beyond

(NLB), and Beyond Athletics, a renowned youth development

organization in Rochester, NY, Coach K has witnessed the

transformative power of sports firsthand. He understands the

challenges and opportunities that lie in wait for young

athletes, and he's dedicated to equipping them with the tools

they need to succeed. In his engaging presentations, Coach K

explores topics such as NCAA eligibility, responsible social

media use, the role of the parent during the process, and

alternative pathways to college such as HBCU’s or junior colleges, all while emphasizing the importance

of character, mental well-being, and a holistic approach to development. He empowers audiences to

foster well-rounded individuals prepared for college, career, and a life of purpose.

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