United is the Way
In West Tennessee, 51% of households fall below the ALICE threshold, working hard but struggling to afford basic necessities. These dedicated families are the backbone of our economy. The good news? There are proven solutions already working in communities across the country and our region.
Join us for our 3rd annual ALICE Summit, as we bring together industry, government, and non-profit leaders to explore innovative solutions that work. We'll discover cutting-edge collective impact strategies, celebrate successful public-private partnerships, and identify actionable approaches you can champion in your community.
What to Expect:
- Eye-opening regional data that reveals opportunities for impact
- Inspiring solutions from innovators transforming other communities
- Meaningful connections with leaders driving positive change
- Concrete strategies you can implement immediately
This is our moment to move from challenges to solutions. United is the way - and it starts with leaders like you who are ready to make a difference for working families in West Tennessee.
Lineup
Social Mobility & Place-Based Strategies Discover how targeted, location-specific approaches are creating pathways to prosperity and transforming entire regions.
- Carol Colletta, Strategic Advisor, Coletta & Company
Data Review: ALICE & State of the Child Get the regional intelligence you need to drive impact. Discover eye-opening data that reveals both challenges and untapped opportunities right here in West Tennessee.
- Lauren Cino, Executive Vice President, Community Impact, United Way of West Tennessee
- Kylie Graves, Director of Data, Policy, and Communications, Tennessee Commission on Children & Youth
Driving Systems Change Together: Collective Impact & Social Entrepreneurship Learn how communities are breaking down silos and creating lasting change through strategic collaboration and innovative approaches.
- Nishesh Chalise, Senior Manager, Community Development Research, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Public-Private Partnerships & Rural Development Explore how government and business leaders are joining forces to create economic opportunity and strengthen communities across Tennessee.
- Brooxie Carlton, Assistant Commissioner of Community and Rural Development, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
Putting People First: Why Community Investments Matter Hear directly from business leaders who are making strategic investments in their workforce and communities—and seeing real returns.
- Hassan Hammoud, Senior Manager of Essential Services, Ford Philanthropy
- Michael Cook, Plant Director, Dixie Consumer Products
- John Pitcher, Plant Manager, Parker Hannifin
