Class Of 2005

NEXUS Class of 2005 MENTORS and PROTEGES

Full name Company Title
Fleet Abston Old Waverly Investments CFO
Sudhir K. Agrawal American Express Financial Advisors Financial Advisor
Johnny Allen Second Presbyterian Church Recreation Director
Rocky Anthony Second Presbyterian Church Pastoral Executive
Dr. James G. Avery Avery and Meadows, D.D.S., PC Dentist
Craig Ballard National Civil Rights Museum Manager/ Marketing
JoeAnn Ballard Neighborhood Christian Center Sr. Executive Director
Edward R. Balsmann III Baker, Donelson, Bearman, PC Attorney
John Barton Independent Bank Bank Officer, Asset Remarketing
Scott Bollinger Consultrix Network Engineer
Jason Bowles 2binteractive, inc. VP and Partner
Chip Brown ProLogis Market Representative
Phyllis Buford VP of Institutional Advancement Lemoyne Owen College
Richard Bumpers Young Life Memphis Urban Area Director
Tim Burleson Ugly Mug Coffee Partner
Dan Butler Consolidated Systems, Inc. Plant Manager
Gaye Carter Interior Designer Shea Design
Darrell Cobbins LLC Associate, Commercial Advisors
Nancy Coe Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor
Robert Covington SSM Ventures Vice President
Dick Cowan Rees Memphis, Inc President
Susie Craft SunTrust Legal Counsel
Judge Chris Craft Shelby County Justice Center Criminal Court Judge
Angie Craig Smith and Nephew, Inc, VP US Investor and Media Relations
Albert Crawford Airways Lamar Business Associates President and CEO
Albert Crews Memphis Networx, LLC Senior Product Manager
Jimmy Edwards Fluid Power of Memphis, Inc. President
Carrie Evans FTN Financial VP Sales
Dr. Sylverna Ford University of Memphis Dean of University Libraries
Beverly Sanders Gates Baker, Donelson, Bearman, PC Attorney
Laura Glenn St. George’s Independent School Teacher
Rev. Howard A. Griffen Coordinator for Clayborn Temple AME Restoration Project
Tony Harley Marsh Advantage America Lotus Domino Administrator
Mike Harris Morgan Keegan and Company, Inc. Managing Director
Ron Hickman Kemmons Wilson Companies Senior Vice President
Hamp Holcomb SVP, Strategic Financial Group FTN Financial
Renèe Horne FedEx Services Marketing Manager
Otelia Hudson Nike, Inc. SAP Business Analyst
Robert Hyde Alco Management, Inc., VP General Counsel
Mark Ivie Memphis Networx LLC CEO
Trey Jordan Jordan Enterprises President, Management
Eric J. Knowles Advanced Toxicology Network Manager
Emily Lamar FedEx Services International Freight Sales
Delvin Lane Streets Ministries High School Outreach Coordinator
Loretta Lane Advance Memphis Admin. and Communications Cord.
Dr. Kitty Lawson Victims to Victory Founder and Executive Director
Jerry Martin Kemmons Wilson Insurance President
Linda P. McVean Christ Methodist Day School Assistant Headmaster
David Mitchell FedEx Services Manager/ Solutions
Rodger Muschett International Paper Process Leader, Centralized Invoicing
Steve Nash Advance Memphis Executive Director
Susan Nash Second Presbyterian Church Ministry Executive
Richard H. Neal (Rich) FUNDamentals, LLC President
Tia Owens MCI PSS Manager
Sally Pace FTN Financial Marketing Director
Larry Papasan Smith and Nephew, Inc Director
John Pellicciotti Pomeroy IT Solutions Account Executive
Derrick Pratt International Paper Supply Chain Systems
Derwin H. Pugh Memphis Leadership Foundation Program Coordinator
Damon Remigailo Eikon Ministries Assistant Director
King Rogers Commercial Alliance Management Marketing Specialist, Affiliate Broker
Bathsheba T. Sams Human Resources, International Paper Director
Ben Scott Director Solutions FedEx Solutions
Douglas Skipworth Valuation Management Systems Chief Operating Officer
Gregg Smith SSM Ventures CFO
Mark Sorgenfrei, Jr. Waddell and Associates, Inc. Financial Planning Associate
Rachel E. Spicer International Paper Business Analyst
Josh Spickler Self-employed Attorney
Robert Tayloe Hobson Company Realtors, Inc. Real Estate Agent
Gordon Thompson Bank Of America Investments, VP Investments
Norfleet Thompson UT Medical Student
Matthew Ware CB Richard Ellis Marketing Specialist
Harold Ware Second Presbyterian Church CAO
Frank Warren FTN Financial Analyst
Ruth Warren Clark and Clark CAO
John Wepfer Wepfer Marine, Inc. President
Tracey Williams Vining Sparks SVP Sales
Trennie Williams CrownStar Enterprises, Distributor President
Sandy Willson Second Presbyterian Church Senior Pastor
Kem Wilson Kemmons Wilson Companies Principal
Dr. James G. Wingate LeMoyne-Owen College President

Announcements

  • Jason Little Delivered an Impactful Message in March

    Jason Little, President and CEO for Baptist Memorial Health Care returned to NEXUS and spoke to the Class of 2024. Jason spoke on the leadership topic of “Building as a Leader”. Jason believes it is important to build a system to lead an organization, culture, career, and team. You must build a system that aligns, with your principles, and has a culture, which is a reflection of behaviors. You must believe... Read More
  • Tammy LoCascio Delivered a Great Message to the Class of 2024

    Tammy LoCascio, Chief Operating Officer and Senior Executive Vice President for First Horizon Bank spoke at the February session to the NEXUS Class of 2024. Tammy shared the importance of communicating as a leader and how to be an effective communicator. Tammy said, “You cannot be a great leader if you are not a great communicator.” To request an audio of this presentation contact NEXUS. Read More
  • NEXUS Featured in River City Lifestyle

    NEXUS is featured in the February issue of River City Lifestyle. As we celebrate 20 years of NEXUS, the article captures the true meaning of NEXUS and honors our mission as we strengthen Memphis one leader at a time. River City Lifestyle is a local publication that is a hub for uplifting local stories, businesses and experiences. To read the article CLICK HERE. Read More
  • New NEXUS Podcast Release with Guest Caroline Kuebler

    New Release – “The NEXUS Intersection” – A NEXUS Podcast Check out the latest episode of “The NEXUS Intersection” with Caroline Kuebler, Director of Development for the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis & NEXUS Alumni. Co-hosts Ephie Johnson and Heather Hunt. JUMP IN to this podcast with Caroline as she shares about being a “Value Based Giver”. Caroline uses her expertise everyday with donors on how to build a giving... Read More
  • Elizabeth Rouse First Speaker in 2024

    “Questions should inspire others.” – Elizabeth Rouse Elizabeth Rouse, President & CEO for ARTSmemphis spoke at the first session of 2024.  The Class of 2024 had the opportunity to hear Elizabeth on January 4 share on the topic of “Asking the Right Questions”.  Elizabeth feels that questions can do many things – It shows you care, is a great way to communicate, empowers us, provides personal growth, inspires us, shows others... Read More
  • Sridhar Sunkara Shares On Newest Podcast Episode

    NEW RELEASE – NEXUS Alumni and Board member Sridhar Sunkara shares on the newest episode of the NEXUS podcast “The NEXUS Intersection” with co-hosts Ephie Johnson and Heather Hunt. Sridhar is CEO of eBiz Solutions and works among global leaders in technology. He shares on the topic of “Technology & Leadership” including the benefits and challenges leaders are faced with today regarding technology. And why it’s so important to be... Read More
  • Ericka DeBruce Shared in December

    Ericka DeBruce, Chief Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Officer for ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital spoke at the December Session to the NEXUS Class of 2024. Ericka spoke on the important topic “Intentionally Being a Diverse and Inclusive Leader”. Read More
  • The NEXUS Intersection Podcast with co-Founder Sandy Willson

    New Release – “The NEXUS Intersection” – A NEXUS Podcast Co-founder of NEXUS Sandy Willson sat down with Heather Hunt and Ephie Johnson to talk about the vision he had for NEXUS and 20 years later why mentoring matters. Listen to the newest episode of “The NEXUS Intersection” titled “The NEXUS Vision & Why Mentoring”. Sandy shares about why NEXUS was founded and the purpose we continue to fulfill for... Read More
  • November Session with Memphis Grizzlies Jason Wexler

    The NEXUS Class of 2024 hosted Jason Wexler, President for the Memphis Grizzlies at the November Session. Jason shared on the topic of “Motivating as a Leader” and how he personally is motivated and how he motivates his team. Read More
  • Mike Allen Shares on NEXUS Podcast – Episode 5

    In the newest episode of the NEXUS podcast, “The NEXUS Intersection” co-hosts Ephie Johnson and Heather Hunt have a conversation with Mike Allen, Executive Director of the Memphis Botanic Garden and NEXUS Mentor. Mike shares the things he has learned through his three different acts as a corporate employee, entrepreneur, and a non-profit leader – all end with the same theme “Mike Gives Back”. To listen click HERE. Read More

Upcoming Events

April 16, 2024 - April 16, 2024
NEXUS Night Out at the Dixon – Celebrating 20 Years!

Join us as we commemorate a significant milestone - 20 years of NEXUS!  Members of the NEXUS Network and Alunni are invited

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April 25, 2024 - April 25, 2024
Recruitment Efforts for the Class of 2025 Begin in April

We will host an Informational Recruitment Reception on Thursday, April 25 at 5:30pm for interested Protégé and Mentor

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April 4, 2024 - April 4, 2024
NEXUS IN MOTION + MAYOR PAUL YOUNG in April

NEXUS IN MOTION is a class favorite and a networking event for NEXUS Alumni & current participants.  The event format

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Testimonials

  • Celebrating 20 Years of NEXUS – Alumni Highlight – Ephie Ballard Johnson

    “I was honored to participate in the inaugural year of NEXUS, 20 years later I’m honored to still be involved in NEXUS as a mentor, past speaker, and Board member. Just five years after being a protégé I became President & CEO of NCC, because of NEXUS I appreciate and see the importance of servant leadership.” Ephie Ballard Johnson, President & CEO of Neighborhood Christian Centers
  • Celebrating 20 Years of NEXUS – Alumni Highlight – Billie Jo Parker

    “The greatest benefit from participating in NEXUS are the connections you make. I am grateful for the personal and professional network of colleagues and friends I have encountered because of NEXUS.” Bill Jo Parker, SVP Pinnacle Bank and NEXUS Alumni
  • Celebrating 20 Years of NEXUS – Alumni Highlight – Douglas Skipworth

    “NEXUS is unique because it trains people's minds, hearts, and hands. I love NEXUS because it does both of those while also adding a higher purpose component to its program. In my experience, that's very rare. Thanks to NEXUS, the proteges who graduate each year are not only skilled and ambitious, but they are also compassionate leaders who are making a meaningful difference in Memphis!” Douglas Skipworth, Principal Broker, CrestCoreRealty, LLC and NEXUS Alumni
  • Celebrating 20 Years of NEXUS – Alumni Highlight – Amy Beth Dudley

    “NEXUS has been an important part of my professional life for over a decade. Starting as a protégé, moving to the mentor role, and now serving on the NEXUS Board of Directors. I have had the opportunity to see the impact of mentoring and that has been tremendous.” Amy Beth Dudley, Director of Donor Services, Community Foundation of Greater Memphis + NEXUS Alumni
  • Celebrating 20 Years of NEXUS – Alumni Highlight – Cameron Mann

    “The greatest part about NEXUS is the diversity of relationships made that last a lifetime, particularly multi-generational relationships.” Cameron Mann, Director of Corporate Partnerships, Methodist Healthcare + NEXUS Alumni
  • Celebrating 20 Years of NEXUS – Alumni Highlight – Amy Simpson

    “NEXUS provides the opportunity to learn from others who love Memphis and want to make a difference!” – Amy Simpson, Corporate Communications, International Paper + NEXUS Alumni
  • Celebrating 20 Years of NEXUS – Alumni Highlight – Lewis Williamson

    “The NEXUS program offers an opportunity for a young person to gain some of the knowledge and experience of their mentors. I was a rather young mentor at the time of my initial experience. Today I am older with hopefully more experience to share. NEXUS offers me another network – especially with a younger group and I have made many new friends and hopefully provided beneficial help to those in the next generation.” -Lewis Wiliamson, HTS Commo
  • Celebrating 20 Years of NEXUS – Alumni Highlight – Caroline Kuebler

    “I’d say NEXUS is unique due to the opportunity to learn from and interact with local leadership in the small group monthly meetings. Of course, the relationships built between mentors and proteges is one of my favorite things.” - Caroline Kuebler, Community Foundation of Greater Memphis + NEXUS Alumni
  • Celebrating 20 Years of NEXUS – Alumni Highlight – Sally Pace

    “I came to NEXUS at a time where I desperately wanted a mentor from my industry who understood some of the challenges and opportunities I would be facing as I grew my career. I found that and so much more in the program, and the curriculum and discussions helped frame the path I would take over the coming years as I moved through various levels of management. - Sally Pace, Connect Healthcare Collaboration + NEXUS Alumni
  • Celebrating 20 Years of NEXUS – Alumni Highlight – Andrew Mok

    “As a NEXUS graduate, I have benefitted from the program through the guidance and support from my mentor at such an early stage of my professional career. I feel more confident in making informed decisions and navigating challenges. The program assisted in the development of my leadership skills including communication, problem solving, and emotional intelligence." - Andrew Mok, AutoZone + NEXUS Alumni