Purpose isn’t a trend, it’s the new norm for consumers who need a reason to like and champion your organization. Operating at the nexus of social impact, philanthropy and business, The Community Connections & Commitment Forum gathers purpose driven founders, corporate social responsibility experts and nonprofit leaders for a three-part session designed to catalyze cross-sector partnerships and drive social progress.
Produced by
Serve DC, The Mayor’s Office on Volunteerism & Partnerships, the forum returns for its second year to spotlight best practices from leaders like Busboys & Poets Founder & CEO, Andy Shallal, and discuss employee-driven volunteer initiatives with executives from AT&T, and their local non-profit partners. This networking event is perfect for social change agents, entrepreneurs, practitioners, or anyone looking to build lasting and purposeful connections.
9:00AM: Opening SessionStorytelling for Social Good•
Professor John D. Trybus, Managing Director and Adjunct Professor - Center for Social Impact Communication, Georgetown University
•Moderator:
Ayris T. Scales, Chief Service Officer for the District of Columbia, Mayor’s Office on Volunteerism and Partnerships
9:30AM: A Founders TalkAligning Passion, Philanthropy & Profits•
Andy Shallal, Founder & CEO – Busboys & Poets
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Omar Karim, President – Banneker Ventures
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Charmion N. Kinder, Founder & Chief Impact Officer – CNKinder, Inc.
• Moderator:
Angela Franco, Senior Advisor - DC Health Benefit Exchange Authority
10:45AM: Connecting Corporate Values to Local Missions: Featuring AT&T’s Believe DC Initiative•
Mioshi Moses, Executive Director – Genesys Works National Capital Region
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Siobhan Howard Davenport, Executive Director – Crittenton Services of Greater Washington
• Moderator:
LaTara Harris, Regional Director – External & Legislative Affairs AT&T
11:45AM: Closing Remarks
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Ayris T. Scales, Chief Service Officer for the District of Columbia, Mayor’s Office on Volunteerism and Partnerships