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As a former NFL athlete, Enoch Demar brings a unique perspective to tackling the setbacks and challenges that stunts business expansion. Through Ready, Set, Scale!, Enoch helps businesses implement practical AI and automation solutions, deploy smarter digital marketing systems and develop seamlessly streamlined strategies that lead to sustainable growth. His work is centered on entrepreneurs gaining the capacity, clarity, and infrastructure to pursue bigger opportunities without sacrificing the quality of their work or their vision. Thank you for joining the mission and equipping entrepreneurs with the tools, resources and access to closing the relationship gap in the innovation economy. Learn more about Goodie Nation's donor community, Society of the Good: goodienation.org/donate. #GoodieNation #DonorSpotlight #SocietyOfTheGood #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Angela Watts has built a career advancing fashion, art, entrepreneurship, strengthening the creative economy and positioning Atlanta as a global destination for fashion and culture. At the foundation of her work is 10 Squared agency, serving as the creative and strategic communication engine connecting Angela’s portfolio of cultural and community-driven initiatives. As founder of RAGTRADE ATLANTA and Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW), Angela has grown ATLFW from a collective of seasonal shows into one of the most influential fashion festivals in the South. Then serving as Executive Producer of the Atlanta Cultural Exchange during the FIFA World Cup, amplifying voices and visibility for Atlanta's global creative community through thought leadership programming, community-centered experiences and activations including key partnerships with international voices from Spain, Haiti, Morocco and South Africa. Angela's commitment to arts advocacy and shaping cultural programming, is reflected in her leadership on the Board of the National Black Arts Festival (NBAF) and the City of Atlanta, Arts Advisory Committee. Meet Angela and more at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/gnhouse-brandbuilders #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Jarius Brown brings experience from organizations including ESPN, Get Engaged Media and SportsTrust Advisors, where he has negotiated $100K+ sponsorship and partnership deals; led digital strategy for over a dozen athletes, artists, and brands; and supported content and programming strategy reaching national broadcast audiences. Now, he’s bringing all of those experiences together as Founder & Creative Director of Underrated Creatives. Evolving from only social media management, Jarius expanded service offerings to include end-to-end story-driven campaigns from commercials, social videos and branded content for small business owners. Underrated Creatives is about more than producing content, it’s a creative approach that blends marketing insight with each unique brand story that reach audiences through compelling, cinematic visual storytelling. Let's celebrate this week's #GoodDude! If you're looking to get connected with more dope creative leaders, join the Goodie Nation or tap in with our #GoodMenUnited community at GoodieNation.org/apply.

Amanda Hoye is a Sports Content Creator & Producer. As founder of Mochi Studios, Amanda leads content creation of sports content across multiple platforms including her Hoops and Healing podcast and her latest co-host of "W's in Tha Chat", a YouTube show focused on elevating the WNBA and Unrivaled. Her platforms have allowed her to partner with brands including Fanatics, Overtime, the NFL, WNBA and BIG10 and cover live sporting events and interview athletes including Caleb Williams & Angel Reese. As a former collegiate basketball player, she is passionate about connecting the worlds of sports, creativity and community through authentic storytelling spotlighting the game, players, creatives, and community leaders driving the industry forward. Let's celebrate this week's #QueenOfInnovation, Amanda Hoye! Connect with more dope Queens of Innovation within our Goodie Nation community! Visit GoodieNation.org/apply to join! #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

Dr. Christopher Thompson is an senior communications strategist, researcher, and educator working across higher education, nonprofit, public affairs, and mission-driven spaces. As founder of House of Heralds PR, Dr. Thompson leads creative brand strategy and experiential marketing for a range of clients including AMB Sports and Entertainment, ESSENCE, Bronze Lens Festival, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Live and the PRSA Foundation. In our latest interview, Dr. Thompson shares how well-crafted storytelling is the secret differentiator for clients in defining their next move. Connect with dope comms strategists and storytellers at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders in #ATL on Sept. 14th! >>> https://lnkd.in/eTXuMgrh #GoodieNation #TAPForward #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

As CEO of The LOLA, Atlanta’s women-centered coworking and community space, Naeemah Jade is managing more than a physical space for women to work. She understands meaningful ecosystems are built through proximity, trust, generosity and people who keep showing up for one another. That's why she has always molded a different model of community where genuine connection becomes an essential part of how women build their lifestyles, businesses, careers, relationships, and influence. In addition to the work at The LOLA, Naeemah is founder of Aligned AF a guided coaching experience for women leaders and founders looking for self-discovery, professional growth and authentic alignment. She also produces workshops, panels, conferences and retreats; and was recently recognized by the Atlanta Dream for her impact shaping women in Atlanta. Connect with Naeemah at the Goodie Nation House for Brand Builders on Sept. 14th! 🗓️ September 14 | 9 AM–4 PM 📍 The Willoughby (O4W) 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/gnhouse-brandbuilders #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

From managing events at Spelman College with over 500,000+ attendees to trade shows and serving as Stage Manager for TEDxAtlanta, Tess Vismale understands that memorable, flawless events aren't simply about logistics. They're about people, experience, technology, resilience, and the ability to make smart decisions when the stakes are high and plan inevitably changes. That philosophy is at the heart of iSocialX and of Tess's work as a speaker and educator championing innovation and diversity across the meetings industry. As the founder and CEO of iSocialX, Tess has earned the reputation of “The Event Rescuer,” bringing together strategic planning, onsite execution, and crisis management to solve the challenges that can make or break the event experience. Tess was named a 2026 CMP Fellow, recognized as a 2024 BizBash Industry Innovator, included among Gather Voices’ Top 50 Voices in Events, and recognized by Eventex as one of the 100 Most Influential people in events for four consecutive years. She is also a recipient of the inaugural Tech Women of Impact Award and has been recognized through BizBash500 and Congressional recognition. Let's celebrate this week's #QueenofInnovation and #Spelmanite, Tess Vismale! Connect with more #Spelhouse alums at this week's community dinners during homecoming! 10/7 | 7PM EST | ATL @ Rocksteady https://luma.com/6458ezra 10/9 | 7PM EST | ATL @ The Consulate https://luma.com/dgi2rq7z #GoodieNation #WeHaveFriendsEverywhere

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