Harris-Stowe State University
October 6, 2023 | 9:00am – 3:00pm
Mission…
The mission of the Elevate Conference is to create a platform that offers the community, and the region, an opportunity to share and receive information, expand networks, share resources, and create strategies that are solutions-focused for the problems that are pervasive to underserved communities.
Purpose…
The Elevate Conference will address education, financial literacy, restorative justice, and creating customized learning environments. The 2023 Elevate Conference will offer a platform that emphasizes collaboration, resource sharing, and expanding networks.
Who’s Our Audience? YOU ARE!
The Elevate Conference audience is everyone who has a vested interest in the lives of children and youth. Specifically, Educators, Financial Literacy Experts, Community Leaders, Community Advocates, and Community-based Organizations, Financial Institutions (banks, credit unions, etc.), trades and vocational educators, and parents.
Harris-Stowe State University
October 6, 2023 | 9:00am – 3:00pm
Mission…
The mission of the Elevate Conference is to create a platform that offers the community, and the region, an opportunity to share and receive information, expand networks, share resources, and create strategies that are solutions-focused for the problems that are pervasive to underserved communities.
COUNTDOWN TO ELEVATE 2023!
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Registration Options
Attendee / Participant Registration
If you are planning to attend in person or online, choose this option.
Resource Expo / Vendor Registration
For resource expo, vendor or sponsorship opportunities, choose this option.
Student / Volunteer Registration
If you are a student looking to volunteer, choose this option.
Conference Highlights…
Moderator: Dr. Marty K. Casey, CEO – UnGUN Institute
Keynote Speaker: Adam Layne, Treasurer – City of St. Louis
Presenters & Guest Speakers • PODs • Panelists • Resource Expo • Networking Breakfast • Lunch • Registration Swag Bags & Giveaways
and more…
2023 ELEVATE Conference | Featured Speakers & POD Facilitators
Event Schedule
Friday
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9:00am – 9:15am
Welcome & Intro
Felice McClendon, Communications Director
City of St. Louis
Official Open of the 2023 Elevate Conference
Marnée Morgan, Executive Director
MGC Elevate, Inc.
Introduction of the Moderator
Marnée Morgan, Executive Director
MGC Elevate, Inc.
9:15am – 9:30am
Greetings from the Moderator
Dr. Marty K. Casey, CEO
UnGUN Institute
Introduction of the Mayor
Felice McClendon, Communications Director
City of St. Louis
Greetings from Mayor Tishaura Jones
Mayor Tishaura Jones
City of St. Louis
9:30am – 10:00am
Introduction of the Keynote Speaker
Felice McClendon, Communications Director
City of St. Louis
Keynote Speaker
Treasurer Adam L. Layne
City of St. Louis
10:00am – 10:15am
Recognition of the Conference Sponsors
Dr. Marty K. Casey, CEO
UnGUN Institute
10:15am – 11:15am
Introduction of the Conference PODS
Dr. Marty K. Casey, CEO
UnGUN Institute
11:20am – 12:30pm
Conference PODS
Lance Knuckles - St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC)
Tracy Verner - All Tru Credit Union
Dr. Marty K. Casey - UnGUN Institute
Veta T. Jeffery - Jeffery Consultants
Etoya R. White - Therapy & Coaching, LLC
Chester A. Deanes, Jr. - Fathers United to Raise Awareness
Samuel Adams - Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council
Kim Sims - Jennings School District
Tammie Powell Williamson - St. Louis County Family Court
Paul Lemmon & Crystal Avery-Morris - People's Community Action Corporation & Commerce Bank
12:35am – 1:00pm
Lunch & Learn
Dr. Charles Pearson, Founder/CEO
Impactful Living, LLC
1:00pm – 1:05pm
Guest Speaker Introduction
Andréa Purnell, Administrator
Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis
1:05pm – 1:25pm
Guest Speaker
Dr. LaTonia Collins Smith, President
Harris-Stowe State University
1:30pm – 2:00pm
Stakeholders Panel Discussion – Session 1
Dr. Vetta Sanders Thompson - Washington University
Veta T. Jeffery - Jeffery Consultants
Treasurer Adam L. Layne - City of St. Louis
Neal Richardson - St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC)
Samuel Adams - Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council
Kim Sims - Jennings School District
Crystal Avery-Morris - Commerce Bank
2:00pm – 2:30pm
Stakeholders Panel Discussion – Session 2
Etoya R. White - Therapy & Coaching, LLC
Chester A. Deanes, Jr. - Fathers United to Raise Awareness
Tracy Verner - All Tru Credit Union
Lance Knuckles - St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC)
Tammie Powell Williamson - St. Louis County Juvenile Court
Tamiah Moody - Diave Daye Child Development Center
Dr. Kilinyaa L. Cothran - Washington University
Paul Lemmon - People's Community Action Corporation
2:30pm – 3:00pm
Acknowledgments & Recognition
Dr. Marty K. Casey, CEO
UnGUN Institute
Closing of 2023 Elevate Conference
Dr. LaTonia Collins Smith, President
Harris-Stowe State University
Sponsorship Opportunities Now Open
Did you know support for the conference is not only limited to sponsors? If you desire to offer your support for the conference and all we are doing outside of a sponsorship package, you may do so with your financal contributions. Send an email to contribute@www.mgcelevate.org stating your interest in supporting the conference or click here to contribute now.
Friday, October 6, 2023 | 9am – 3pm
Harris-Stowe State University
3026 Laclede Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63103