Testimonials
MENTORS
Earl Blankenship, CEO
Mercury Investments
“The interaction between mentor and protege has been the highlight of NEXUS meaningful relationships built around the common goals of self-improvement and understanding.”
Nancy Coe
Financial Advisor, Morgan Stanley
“Mentoring bright, young women to fulfill their God-given abilities and find direction for their path is a joyful privilege. I have grown personally in the challenge and gained life-long friends.”
Grant Joiner
BottleRocket
"NEXUS was a key contributor to my growth as a person and a professional through wise counsel shared from my mentor and perspective gained from relationships forged with the future leaders of our great city."
Roby S. Williams
President, Black Business Association of Memphis
“I have learned so much about myself, my personal inclinations, and the ‘nexus’ for much of my behavior.”
Kem Wilson
Principal, Kemmons Wilson Companies
“As a mentor, I donÕt know of many things more worthwhile and powerful than the opportunity to make a meaningful investment in someone's life.”
Barbara Prescott
Vice President Consultant/ Allie Prescott & Partners
“Encouraging the development of new, capable and principle-centered 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 protege has been a privilege and a joy.”
Rob Crump
Vice PresidentCrump Mortgage
“Learning the value of having mentors in life & business is far greater than I could have thought. I am so blessed to have mentors myself - I took it for granted.”
Katie West
Consultant
“Networking and the relationship with my protege. Younger people can teach older just as much! Erica is a great young lady!”
PROTEGES
Sally Pace
Senior Vice President of Marketing, First Tennessee Financial
“I've had the opportunity to participate in NEXUS as both a protege and mentor, and both experiences have challenged my 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.”
Mark Yancy
Protege Class of 2008, Major Gifts Coordinator, Methodist Healthcare Foundation
“NEXUS has been a great experience in meeting other professionals whose path I may not otherwise cross. It has been a wonderful way to familiarize myself with others that are focused on improving Memphis in their respective areas of focus.”
Jeb Fields
Protege Class of 2008, Vice President, Commercial Advisors, LLC
“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 parameter based solely on my past experiences.”
Angie Craig
Protege Class of 2005, VP, US Investor and Media Relations, Smith & Nephew
“NEXUS really challenges you to think strategically about what you'd like to accomplish in your personal life and career. Having a mentor's counsel along that journey is invaluable.”
Sudhir K. Agrawal
Protege Class of 2005, Financial Advisor, American Express Financial Advisors, Inc.
“I have truly enjoyed the NEXUS experience. The reading has been very thought provoking and has caused me to do a lot of soul searching with my mentor. In order to be a better leader, I want to know who I am and what makes me tick. NEXUS has been a good investment of my time.”
Austin Baker
Protege Class of 2006, President, E-Serv
“Nexus came at an important tine for me and set my direction.”