NEXUS Class
Each year the NEXUS Class begins in August with an Orientation. 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
This past spring the popular NEXUS event, NEXUS IN MOTION, looked a little different due to Covid-19 and social distancing. Instead of participants rotating from table to table, the speakers rotated through important, timely topics at the April session. Topics included “Adaptability & Flexibility as a Leader”, “Mental Health in a COVID Environment” and “Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone”. We had the honor of hearing from three impactful leaders Matt Gandy, Dr. Brent Stenberg, and Cassandra Webster.
NEXUS Night Out
We look forward to bringing NEXUS NIGHT OUT in the spring of 2023. This annual appreciation event that connects current participants with NEXUS Alumni.
NEXUS is Making a Difference in Memphis
Each NEXUS Class volunteers with three different non-profits in Memphis. Members of the NEXUS Class of 2021 volunteered at the Mid-South Food Bank. NEXUS participants packed 300 boxes of food for families in rural Mississippi.
Monthly Sessions
Each Month NEXUS hosts Local Key Leaders to Speak to Mentors and Proteges about Leadership Topics NEXUS believes each leader must master
Graduation in the Garden
NEXUS has now graduated 1000 leaders equipt and movitaved to lead our city! In May, we celebrated the NEXUS Class of 2020 and Class of 2021 with Graduation in the Garden at the Memphis Botanic Garden. Special thanks to Memphis Botanic Garden.
Class of 2022
We are excited to bring NEXUS back to the full NEXUS experience with the NEXUS Class of 2022.
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
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NEXUS Class of 2022 is Motivated About Memphis at the September Session
James Armfield did an excellent job providing a better understanding of our city at the September NEXUS Session. You must know our city to lead our city. Memphis has many moments that matter for each of us. The Class of 2022 listened to a presentation about the history of Memphis and the positive attributes of our city. Participants were motivated about Memphis and challenged to lead within our city. Read More
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New NEXUS Class – Class of 2022
The Class of 2022 began their NEXUS experience on August 21 with an in-person NEXUS Orientation event. The successful event provided an opportunity for Mentors and Proteges to come together in a safe meeting environment. The Class of 2022 connected with fellow class participants, learned about individual strengths, and participated in mentor training. The impact of the Mentor/Protégé relationship and the interactive, teaching lessons from key Memphis leaders paired with... Read More
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1000 NEXUS Leaders
NEXUS has now trained over 1000 principle-centered leaders equipped to lead our city. In May, the NEXUS Class of 2021 graduated; NEXUS was successful in providing an engaging and meaningful experience amidst a pandemic. Read More
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Committed NEXUS Board of Directors
The NEXUS Board of Directors recently hosted their annual Board Retreat. The leaders of NEXUS are more committed than ever. With COVID-19 changing the way NEXUS has looked this past year; Board members discussed and planned for upcoming NEXUS classes. Read More
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Learning About LinkedIN
NEXUS recently hosted a Workshop focused on “All Things LinkedIn”. This workshop included how to build your personal brand, networking tips, and we heard how corporations utilize LinkedIn for recruiting. We are that Gracie Leathers, Senior Executive Assistant at Mahaffey USA; Tracie Montgomery, Division Lead, Talent Partner, Talent Acquisition and Talent Advancement, US Electrification Business ABB, Inc; and Kerra Saine, Business Talent Partner, US Supply Chain and Procurement for Smith... Read More
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NEXUS volunteers with Advance Memphis
Members of the NEXUS Class of 2021 volunteered at the Advance Memphis warehouse. Volunteers helped paint, organize, and clean the warehouse to help maximize their daily operations. Read More
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NEXUS has a Candid Conversation About D&I in Memphis
In October, the NEXUS Class of 2021 hosted a panel of Memphis leaders that had a candid conversation about “Diversity and Inclusion in Memphis”. The Panelist included Corbin Carpenter, Owner & Managing Member, Carpenter Law; Leslie Coleman, Global Director, Diversity and Inclusion, International Paper; Terri Lee Freeman, President of the National Civil Rights Museum, George Robertson, Senior Pastor at Second Presbyterian Church and Jose Velasquez, Co-Founder and Managing Member at... Read More
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Statement from NEXUS about COVID-19
The health and safety for members of the NEXUS Network is the utmost importance to NEXUS. NEXUS will continue to monitor the environment and follow all recommendations made by the Shelby County Health Department. NEXUS would like to continue to thank the first responders, delivery drivers, grocery store workers and all who continue to make a difference. Read More
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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
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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
Upcoming Events
Bill Seely to Speak in November
At the November 4 Session Bill Seely, President for Varsity Spirit Corporation will speak to the NEXUS Class of 2022 on the
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Lauren Reedy, Owner & Principal Storyteller for Forever Ready Productions will share with the NEXUS Class of 2022 at
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Jan Mitchell, NEXUS Protégé
Jan Mitchell
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NEXUS Protege/Mentor-Jill & Hayley
Mentor-Jill & Hayley
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NEXUS protege Amy Strickland talks about her experience in the class of 2019.
Amy Strickland
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Bethany McRae, NEXUS protege talks about her experience.
Bethany McRae
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Miska Bibbs
Miska Bibbs
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Kem Wilson
Kem Wilson
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Sandy Willson
Sandy Willson
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Jeb Fields
Jeb Fields
