Connection Cafe

MARCH 14, 2016

I had the pleasure attending the opening plenary session, delivered by Dr. Jan Young, Executive Director of the Assisi Foundation of Memphis. Last, but not least, our “life-sized info graphic” at the MicroEdge booth is taking shape! I’m learning a lot and sharing a laugh or two.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 27, 2015

And as he read, and stole, more books his life took another path which took him out of a tough upbringing in a segregated society to the Judge’s bench in the state of Alabama. But that wasn’t the story – as amazing as it was. But that wasn’t the story – as amazing as it was. A small act.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 9, 2021

Courtney coached the Manassas High School football team in Memphis, TN. In his book, he shares his convictions on the fundamental tenets of: character commitment service leadership civility Each chapter tells the story of one of these tenets through compelling anecdotes of various characters in Courtney's life and career.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend is an example of reaching new audiences. The sky is no longer the limit when it comes to finding a cure for childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Our annual St. Historically, it is our largest single-day fundraising event.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 11, 2014

Courtney coached the Manassas High School football team in Memphis, TN. Storytelling is one of the most powerful ways to communicate. And, football coach Bill Courtney tells many compelling stories in his new book, Against The Grain. And, about the hard-won lessons on discipline, success, teamwork, and triumph over adversity.

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Have Fun - Do Good

MARCH 11, 2009

I grew up in Memphis, Tennessee, and both sets of my grandparents came from rural Mississippi. Well, it's important in my own life to always think about how am I making change personally? What was the inspiration for the cookbook? Did you just wake up one day and say, "I want to do this!" or was there a particular path to it?

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Everyaction

MARCH 14, 2018

is how our work touches on all aspects of a girls life. of Memphis has taken on a three year project to prevent the building of a landfill right next to their affiliate and their local elementary school. The Girls Inc. network spans across the United States and Canada. I think what we're really proud of at Girls Inc.

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VisionLink

JANUARY 18, 2010

Three and a half years before we adopted Jonathan, Cathy and I had sat together, tears streaming down our faces, when we heard the news that Martin Luther King had been shot in Memphis. Others might sacrifice their life for you; you must be prepared to do the same for them.

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