Buckhead/Cascade City Chapter of the Links, Inc. Hosts a Successful Linking Leaders Women’s Forum

The Buckhead/Cascade City Chapter of the Links, Inc. hosted the Linking Leaders Women’s Forum Luncheon and Panel Discussion - Enlightened and Empowered at the Piedmont Driving Club.

Moderated by former mayor of Atlanta and chapter member Shirley Franklin, the panel consisted of accomplished women from a variety of professions focusing on empowering females in future and existing roles.

The panelists, each representing key fields in the civic, political and business communities shared pertinent components for success in their specific careers, barriers facing women today, particularly those of color, and opportunities for accomplishment.

Valuable insights and best practices related to leadership development, impactful service and creating necessary networks were discussed as the participants shared their experiences, strategies and proven methods for success.

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Former Atlanta Mayor, Link Shirley Franklin and Forum Chair Jean Cheese (center) with panelists (L-R) Nzinga Shaw, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Atlanta Hawks and Philips Arena, Representative Stacey Abrams, Georgia House Minority Leader, Tarra Jackson, Financial Consultant, Prosperity Now, and Linda Goler Blount, President & CEO, Black Women’s Health Imperative.