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NEXUS Class of 2020

The NEXUS Class of 2020 began 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.
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".
NEXUS Night Out

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

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

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.

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.

Announcements

NEXUS Class of 2020 Speakers Announced

We are excited to announce the below leaders as session speakers for the NEXUS Class of 2020. Speakers will share insight on leadership topics each month. Monthly sessions meet from 5:30-8pm at Second Presbyterian Church, 4055 Poplar Avenue in Memphis. Alumni are invited to attend. NEXUS IN MOTION will take place on Saturday morning in January and all NEXUS alumni are invited to join the Class of 2020. September... 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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Upcoming Events

April 21, 2020 - April 21, 2020

Recruitment Event for NEXUS Class of 2021

Recruitment for the NEXUS Class of 2021 will begin this spring. We will host an Informational Recruitment Reception on

March 31, 2020 - March 31, 2020

A NEXUS Lecture on “How to be Relevant in Your Job in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, and Other Emerging Technologies

Join us on March 31 at 5:30-7pm for A NEXUS LECTURE on "How to be Relevant in Your Job in the Age of Artificial

March 5, 2020 - March 5, 2020

Jay Papasan to Visit NEXUS in March

On March 5, Jay Papasan, Author and Executive & Corporate Speaker will speak to the NEXUS Class of 2020 and members of the

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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

Jan Mitchell
NEXUS Protege/Mentor-Jill & Hayley

Mentor-Jill & Hayley
NEXUS protege Amy Strickland talks about her experience in the class of 2019.

Amy Strickland
Bethany McRae, NEXUS protege talks about her experience.

Bethany McRae
Miska Bibbs

Miska Bibbs
Kem Wilson

Kem Wilson
Sandy Willson

Sandy Willson
Jeb Fields

Jeb Fields