From Shocks to Shifts: Shoring Up Supply Chains in an Age of Trade Turbulence
April 30 at 7:30 am - 9:30 amBridging Borders: Your Guide to U.S. Immigration
April 30 at 5:00 pm - 7:00 pmConsular Conversations: Canada
May 30 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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Converge 2020
November 9, 2020 - November 10, 2020
Converge is a summit for dialogue and education that convenes influencers in the emerging tech workforce culture. The event will highlight trailblazers who are creating a powerful ethos across the technology community to keep companies globally competitive and to foster the next generation that will drive innovation and Georgia’s economy.
Now through October 16th get 50% off regular pricing.
Members Regularly $50 NOW $25
Non-Members Regularly $75 NOW $37.50
Keynote Speakers
Jimmy Etheredge | CEO, North America, Accenture
As Accenture’s chief executive officer of North America, Jimmy Etheredge leads Accenture’s business in the United States—the company’s largest market—and Canada. He is a champion of improving equality, a proactive supporter of mental well-being programs, and an advocate for bridging gaps for vulnerable communities. Jimmy helped bring Accenture’s national professional apprenticeship program to its Atlanta and D.C. innovation hubs, giving members of underrepresented groups new skills so they can adapt and thrive in the digital economy.
Phyllis Newhouse | President & CEO, Xtreme Solutions, Inc.
Phyllis Newhouse is an entrepreneur, retired military senior non-commissioned officer, mentor, Founder, and CEO of Xtreme Solutions, Inc. and Founder of ShoulderUp. A pioneer in cybersecurity, she is the first woman to win an Ernst & Young (EY) Entrepreneur Of The Year® award in the technology category. Passionate about women-led businesses, Newhouse teaches aspiring entrepreneurs to recognize and capitalize on their leadership skills and empowers others to operate in greatness.
Vernice Armour | Founder & CBO (Chief Breakthrough Officer), VAI Consulting & Training, LLC
Known simply as FlyGirl, Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour went from beat cop to combat pilot in 3 years. Within months of earning her wings, she found herself flying over the deserts of Iraq supporting the men and women on the ground. After serving two tours overseas, she had become America’s First African American Female Combat Pilot. After returning home, she realized that many people wanted to create breakthroughs in their own lives, they just didn’t know how.
