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    NEXUS Class of 2020

    Each year the NEXUS Class begins in August with an Opening Retreat. Paired with a proven curriculum, participants will hear key leaders speak upon leadership topics and have opportunities to learn about different non-profits in our community. The mentor-protege relationship is the key component of the NEXUS program, these relationships will grow throughout the NEXUS experience.

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    NEXUS in Motion

    NEXUS in MOTION, a networking event for NEXUS Alumni and current participants, took place on January 11, 2020 at Church Health-Crosstown. The event provided directed networking, led by NEXUS Alumni who are experts in their fields. Round table discussions took place on selected topics provided valuable face time and personal interaction among members of the NEXUS Network. Jennie Robbins, CFO at Church Health was the keynote speaker on the topic of "Dreaming as a Leader".

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    NEXUS Night Out

    NEXUS NIGHT OUT, an annual appreciation event that connects current participants with NEXUS Alumni was held in October.

  • NEXUS Volunteers with STS Enterprise

    NEXUS Volunteers

    Each NEXUS Class volunteers with three different non-profits in Memphis. Members of the NEXUS Class of 2020 volunteered with STS Enterprise. NEXUS participants conducted mock business interviews with high school and college students at the University of Memphis.

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    Monthly Sessions

    Each Month NEXUS hosts Local Key Leaders to Speak to Mentors and Proteges about Leadership Topics NEXUS believes each leader must master

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    NEXUS on COVID-19

    The health and safety for members of the NEXUS Network is the utmost importance to NEXUS. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues NEXUS is taking measures to provide a safe environment and will use the CDC’s recommendations when planning NEXUS events.

Nexus Experience

The need to encourage and equip the next generation of community leaders in Memphis is obvious to those who know our city best. To meet this demand, our young leaders need a place where they can learn proven leadership skills in a mutually challenging environment from top-flight coaches and mentors. Such a place is called NEXUS: A Proven Experience in Leadership.

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Nexus Connect

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Nexus Engage

An ongoing goal is to keep members of the NEXUS Network engage within the NEXUS Program and our city. NEXUS Alumni and current participants are key leaders within the community who want to continue to have a pulse of the needs of our city, the Memphis leadership community, and young emerging leaders of the next generation.

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NEXUS on COVID-19

The health and safety for members of the NEXUS Network is the utmost importance to NEXUS. With news of the COVID-19 pandemic escalating and with regards to the CDC’s recent recommendations, NEXUS has rescheduled current events or reshaped how events may look. Members of the NEXUS Class of 2020 will be notified with upcoming communications. We look forward to finishing the Class of 2020 out strong together!

As recruitment season approaches, we look forward to recruiting young, emerging talent as NEXUS protégé participants; and pairing them with proven leaders from NEXUS mentors. If you have any questions, please feel free to call NEXUS at 901-531-6171 or email heather@nexusleaders.org.

Thank you for your understanding as we work together!

Announcements

  • Congratulations to the NEXUS Class of 2020

    NEXUS Leaders, Inc. hosted a virtual Graduation via ZOOM honoring this year’s mentor and protégé graduates on May 7. Mayor Lee Harris is driving change throughout Shelby County, he joined the virtual Graduation and spoke on the topic of “Leading Through Change.” NEXUS now has over 950 graduate leaders, all with the passion for mentoring, leadership, and our city. The past few months have been a challenge for all of... Read More

  • Recruitment for the Class of 2021

    Members of the NEXUS Network-We need your help more than ever! Our recruitment efforts for the Class of 2021 will look a little different this year due to COVID-19. As you know, NEXUS recruits through referrals so please share information with your co-workers and friends about the Class of 2021. As we plan for the Class of 2021, our Program Committee is being intentional and creative on how NEXUS will... Read More

  • Statement from NEXUS about COVID-19

    The health and safety for members of the NEXUS Network is the utmost importance to NEXUS. With the COVID-19 pandemic and with regards to the CDC’s recent recommendations, NEXUS has reshaped how events may look. I encourage you to reach out to your NEXUS Network during this uncertain time. NEXUS would like to thank the first responders, delivery drivers, grocery store workers and all of those who have led and... Read More

  • Jay Papasan Visited NEXUS

    A Family Affair Larry Papasan has been a NEXUS mentor seven times and has impacted seven proteges in many, different ways. He is the recipient of the Sandy Willson Outstanding NEXUS Mentor award and has been an ongoing advocate and supporter for NEXUS. Several years ago, Larry suggested that the NEXUS class read the book “THE ONE THING”, co-authored by his son Jay Papasan. Last year, the NEXUS Program Committee... Read More

  • NEXUS Shares About Mentoring

    NEXUS Board Chairman and NEXUS Mentor Bathsheba Sams and NEXUS Protege, Class of 2017 Brooke Jones recently participated on a panel facilitated by Heather Hunt, NEXUS Director on Mentoring and the Mentor/Protege Relationship at the Junior League of Memphis Women’s Summit. Read More

  • NEXUS Featured in the Commercial Appeal’s Giving Back Column

    Special thanks to cityCurrent for featuring NEXUS in the Commercial Appeal’s Giving Back Column. To read more CLICK HERE. Read More

  • NEXUS IN MOTION

    The NEXUS IN MOTION event offered members of the NEXUS Network the opportunity to network, take-aways from table discussions, and to be inspired by a leader like Jennie Robbins, CFO at the Church Health. Ms. Robbins spoke on of the topic of “Dreaming as a Leader”. Special thanks to those table leaders who share about important topics: JAMES ARMFIELD – PROVIDING FEEDBACK TO YOUR TEAM OLIVIA HAMMOND – TRANSITIONING CAREERS... Read More

  • NEXUS Volunteers with STS Enterprise

    Members of the NEXUS Class of 2020 volunteered with STS Enterprise. NEXUS participants conducted mock business interviews with high school and college students at the University of Memphis. Read More
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Nexus Voice

  • Encouraging the development of new, capable and principled leaders for our city is critical for Memphis to thrive and be all that it can be. NEXUS has given me the opportunity to share some of my experiences while at the same time become encouraged myself about the potential class of rising leaders in the community. Developing a relationship with my protégé has been a privilege and a joy.

    Barbara Prescott

    Mentor / Vice President, Consultant & Licensed Professional Counselor / Allie Prescott & Partners

  • In NEXUS I have found a glimpse into the future of Memphis, with people of diverse backgrounds combining their collective wisdom and talents for the betterment of the community. My mentor provided me with his unique point of view which prompted me to look at issues outside of parameters based solely on my past experiences.

    Jeb Fields

    Protege / Vice President / Commercial Advisors, LLC

  • I’ve had the opportunity to participate in NEXUS as both a protege and a mentor, and both experiences have challenged me personally and professionally. The sessions are timely and applicable, and the personal interaction provides a type of “support group” that is often missing within the traditional business community.

    Sally Pace

    Mentor and Past Protege / Senior Vice President of Marketing, FTN Financial

  • I was a protege in the very first year NEXUS was introduced. Not only did I meet a great mentor but I was exposed to the community. I have built a network for which I am always indebted to NEXUS.

    Sridhar Sunkara

    Past Protege / Director Information Systems / Center City Commission

  • I felt like I got a renewed passion for our city. So many of the speakers really celebrated the great benefits Memphis has to offer as well as our unique culture and resources. Additionally, I got a chance to network with several different professionals in various careers, which was a great opportunity for me. As a teacher, I usually only network with others in education.

    Karen Brickey

    NEXUS Protégé and Teacher, The Soulsville Charter School

  • NEXUS exposed me to a diverse group of individuals with a common goal of improving themselves and Memphis. It provided a great network for future fellowship and leadership opportunities, and the protégé-mentor relationship brought many wonderful learning experiences.

    John Phillips V

    NEXUS Protégé, Chief Investment Officer, Red Door Wealth Management

  • Jan Mitchell, NEXUS Protégé

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  • NEXUS Protege/Mentor-Jill & Hayley

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  • NEXUS protege Amy Strickland talks about her experience in the class of 2019.

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  • Bethany McRae, NEXUS protege talks about her experience.

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