Dwayne Burks of The Resource Connection Gateway (a new program of Gaston County Family YMCA) talks about his SEED20 experience. Since he only has three minutes to tell his story, we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections! A SEED20 Highlight: Meeting and collaborating with the other SEED20 nonprofits. There is a spirit of support and collaboration among…
Cole Monroe of Transcend Charlotte talks about his SEED20 experience. Since he only has three minutes to tell his story, we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections! A SEED20 Highlight: While I was nervous, I really enjoyed the first night of hearing everyone’s pitch. It’s great to see how supportive we are of one another! Advice on Practicing a 3…
When not teaching science at Garinger High School, Bethany Darnley runs the Ultreia Society. We caught up with Bethany to hear about her SEED20 experience. Since she only has three minutes to tell her story, we’ve given her three questions to share her reflections! A SEED20 Highlight: A highlight of SEED20 is the wealth of knowledge and mentorship from my coaches,…
Bentzion Groner of ZABS Place, talks about his SEED20 experience. Since he only has three minutes to tell his story, we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections! A SEED20 Highlight: It’s been great to meet so many amazing people in the SEED20 Class of 2018 and hear about their organizations and causes. They don’t just make noise…
Dr. Vanessa Stuart of Human Capital Investment talks about her SEED20 experience. Since she only has three minutes to tell her story, we’ve given her three questions to share her reflections! A SEED20 Highlight: The highlight of SEED20 has been connecting with other passionate community leaders that sincerely seek to change lives. Advice on Practicing a 3 Minute Pitch: I had…
Project Safe Child is a new program of Pat’s Place Child Advocacy Center. We caught up with Pat’s Place Executive Director, Andrew Oliver, to hear about his SEED20 experience. Since he only has three minutes to tell his story, we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections! An Unexpected Benefit of SEED20: I’ve been so impressed by the…
Michael Khoe, founder of Lorien Academy of the Arts, talks about his SEED20 experience. Since he only has three minutes to tell his story, we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections! A Highlight of SEED20: Meeting with my coaches for a Saturday prep session prior to the first pitch night. How SEED20 Has Shifted Your Mindset: I know that we…
Amanda Zullo, founder of Pop Up Produce, talks about her SEED20 experience. Since she only has three minutes to tell her story, we’ve given her three questions to share her reflections! A Highlight of SEED20: The camaraderie and support! From the high fives and encouragement from our coaches, to the “I’m not alone in this” reassuring feeling of being a…
We caught up with Mark Williams, founder of Shakespeare in a Chair to hear more about his SEED20 experience. Since he has three minutes to tell his story, we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections! 3 Words to Describe Shakespeare in a Chair: Collaborative. Emerging. Innovative. Impact of SEED20 Coaching: Everyone involved with SEED20 is sincere about…
We caught up with Khalia Braswell, founder of INTech Camp for Girls to hear more about her SEED20 experience. Since she only has three minutes to tell her story, we’ve given her three questions to share her reflections! A Highlight of SEED20: I’ve loved getting to know the other nonprofit leaders. I didn’t know about the SEED20 Alumni Network. I’m excited about getting involved…
Stephen Vaughn, founder of Xcel 2 Fitness, is one of several teachers in the SEED20 Class of 2018 who has become a nonprofit entrepreneur. We caught up with Stephen to hear more about his SEED20 experience. Since he only has three minutes to tell his story, we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections! The Impact of SEED20: SEED20 has far exceeded my…
We asked Kelly Finley of Girls Rock Charlotte (Class of 2015) about her SEED20 experience. She had three minutes on stage to tell her story so we’ve given her three questions to share her reflections! Advice to the SEED20 Class of 2018: Enjoy and take advantage of the experience. No one loses. Each organization has a lot to learn and gain…