Legends Luncheon
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🗓️ Sept. 27th📍 The Kent ⏰ 11am-1:30pm
Meet This Year’s Legends!
Join us for a chance to meet and converse with these world changers who inspire our next generation toward greatness.
Stay tuned for more Legend announcements!
Beverly Robertson
First woman & Black leader of the Memphis Chamber in 185 years
Raised $43M to elevate the National Civil Rights Museum globally
Named one of USA TODAY’s “Women of the Century”
Dorien Wilson
NAACP Image Award-winning actor with 100+ film and TV credits over three decades
Best known as Professor Oglevee on The Parkers and featured in Friends, Fresh Prince, and Seinfeld
Passionate advocate for youth, arts education, and cancer awareness through philanthropy and mentorship
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Brian White
Emmy-nominated actor with 100+ film and TV credits including Scandal, Ray Donovan, and Stomp the Yard
Former NFL and professional lacrosse player turned Hollywood creative and entrepreneur
Co-founder of nonprofit dance company Phunk Phenomenon and tech ventures Preneur.Life and WorldOne TV
Councilwoman Dr. Michalyn Easter-Thomas
Elected Memphis City Councilwoman and chair of key government and education committees
Doctor of Education and former teacher dedicated to youth, equity, and community empowerment
Board leader and advocate for girls, families, and education across Memphis
8Ball
Multi-platinum recording artist and Memphis music legend with decades of cultural impact
Co-founder of the Gloria Smith Foundation, dedicated to empowering Memphis youth
Over 20 years of philanthropic work focused on opportunity, education, and personal growth
Chris Garner
Former NBA and international pro basketball player with a 20+ year career
Director at Boys & Girls Club of Greater Memphis, mentoring youth through sports and leadership
Advocates for youth success by partnering with schools, coaches, and community leaders across the city
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