Speakers
Meet the Motivators
Judge Glenda Hatchett |
After graduating from Emory University School of Law and completing a coveted clerkship in the U.S. Federal Courts, Glenda Hatchett accepted a position at Delta Air Lines, as the company's highest-ranking African- American woman. She served in dual roles as a senior attorney for Delta, litigating cases in federal courts throughout the country, and Manager of Public Relations, supervising global crisis management, and media relations for all of Europe, Asia and the United States.
Her outstanding contributions were recognized by Ebony Magazine, which named Glenda Hatchett one of the "100 Best and Brightest Women in Corporate America." She made the difficult decision to leave Delta Air Lines in order to accept an appointment as Chief Presiding Judge of the Fulton County, Georgia Juvenile Court. Upon accepting the position, Glenda Hatchett became Georgia's first African-American Chief Presiding Judge of a state court and the department head of one of the largest juvenile court systems in the country. Currently, Glenda Hatchett presides over the syndicated show, "Judge Hatchett" currently in its 10th season (Sony Pictures Television), and is the founder of Parent Power Now, the premiere online parenting network. Judge Hatchett is also the author of "Dare to Take Charge" (Center Street) which will be released on September 20, 2010 and the national best-seller, "Say What You Mean, Mean What You Say" (HarperCollins). |
Randy L. Moore |
Mr. Randy Moore is an Entrepreneur who is admired by many and has reached the pinnacle of success. He owns and operates a thriving company, which has earned 20 million dollars in revenue in 2009. He has won many awards for his entrepreneurial vision and initiative, but life for Randy Moore has not always been easy.
Mr. Moore was born and raised in South Central Los Angeles. His neighborhood was infested with drugs, gangs and alcohol. Mr. Moore did not have much, but he had a vision for a better life. He chose a career in the United States Army and excelled in the profession reaching the rank of master sergeant. In his military career, he became a ranger and worked in special operations. Upon retiring from the military, he decided to enter private industry working for BAE systems. Eventually, his entrepreneurial spirit led him to resign his position at BAE systems, and started his own business, RLM Communications. RLM Communications started with humble beginnings with only three employees. Today RLM Communications has a staff of approximately 180 employees and revenues of 20 million dollars. For his success, Mr. Moore has won the Fayetteville-Cumberland County Business of the year award, along with the Fayetteville Business and Professional League Founder of the year award, and the Al Pruitt Visionary Award. In addition to his awards, Mr. Moore has been featured in Black Enterprise Magazine and the Fayetteville Observer. Mr. Moore's goal is to inspire others to achieve their vision for a better life. |
Dr. David Washington |
At 14 years of age, Dr. David Washington's family lost their sole source of income: his mother's minimum wage job. His family was in danger of being evicted from their modest home and falling deeper into poverty. He made a choice and decided to obtain employment. He knew there had to be something he could do to help his family.
He traded his childhood playtime for life lessons in faith, determination, humility and hard work. By the time he was a senior in high school, he was working four jobs, attending school and taking the lion's share of the household responsibilities. The matters were further complicated by his brother's epilepsy. However, he did not take the time to feel sorry for himself; because he innately understood one thing: he had power over his situation. Dr. Washington took charge and joined the United States Army and worked on his education at night. He completed his bachelor degree in business. Upon completion of his military service, he went back into the world of work and continued pursuing his education at night. He completed two master degrees within 18 months from two different universities. Earning his Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Administration, he then decided to pursue a doctorate degree from North Carolina State University. Dr. Washington completed his doctoral program in Educational Research and Policy Analysis in the record time of three years. Currently, Dr. Washington is a Teaching Associate Professor at North Carolina State University. In his role as a professor, he is committed to positively impacting the lives of young people. |
Featured Recording Artists
Reggie Cordington |
Born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Reggie Codrington, is the son of the nationally known musician and bandleader Ray Codrington who played with some of the greatest musicians ever known such as: Little Richard, Gladys Knight, and the late Jackie Wilson, just to name a few.
Reggie was born with Ataxic Cerebral Palsy (ACP), a chronic condition that affects muscle coordination and depth perception. Wanting to give him every chance at having a normal life, his parents agreed to have him undergo a series of surgeries. By the age of 13, Reggie had endured nine surgeries where muscles were alternately cut and transferred from his elbow, wrist, and right tricep to improve his finger dexterity. Additionally, muscles were cut from his leg to offer more mobility. Reggie discovered that music could transcend him to a place of tranquility and offer a way to escape from the stress of life with a disability. His father Ray helped him develop his skills and he learned improvisation and other musical concepts. He was also encouraged to stay focused and never give up on his dream of becoming a successful musician. A pivotal point in Reggie's life and career came on his eighteenth birthday when his parents presented him with a curved soprano saxophone. This instrument led to a major transformation as it offered a comfortable way to play that he had not yet experienced. Currently, Reggie stays busy as he continues to perfect his craft and compose new music in the recording studio. His ultimate goal is to go on tour and share his music and his triumphant story of overcoming the physical challenges of being disabled. Reggie is currently being represented by RLM Entertainment Group. |
Sandra Dubose-Gibson |
Sandra Dubose-Gibson is the fresh, dynamic new voice in inspirational speaking today. She is an insightful young filmmaker, gifted songstress and speaker. Her passion is empowering young men and women to promote healthy self esteem and to step into their greater potential by embracing their challenges as opportunities for growth and self discovery.
Sandra’s life itself is a true testament to the power of faith and the infinite potential of the human spirit in everyone. In 1999, following the birth of her first child, she was faced with the auto immune disease, Alopecia Universalis, which resulted in the complete loss of all of her hair. At only 25 years old she was forced into a compelling journey of self discovery and has emerged a living example that true beauty comes from within. Overcoming Alopecia’s devastating blow to her self esteem, Sandra transformed pain into passion and started her own growing company, Dubose Entertainment, with its debut documentary film “Project Liberation- My Alopecia Experience”. Sandra’s talent, charisma and humor have impacted many lives and the boundless influence of her gift has only just begun to flourish! |
Dievercity |
DIEVERCITY was started by two men who wanted to create music that motivates and celebrates life triumphs. DIEVERCITY came together in Raleigh, NC. Dutch from Roanoke Rapids, NC and RaShad from Birmingham, AL. They met in North Carolina at NC State University where RaShad was a professor and Dutch was a student. They soon realized that they both had a love for HIP HOP MUSIC and wanted to produce music with a positive message of hope and inspiration.
DIEVERCITY is a movement that allows anyone to be a part. We are all different, but all the same. DIEVERCITY has been sharing their message with audiences throughout North Carolina for the past two years. Their music has been featured on radio and live concerts. Now with more than ten shows under their belt they are ready to take over. These two bring a different twist to the game. They have something to say and with both being graduates and professionals they are definitely bringing something new to music. Dutch is more in your face and RaShad is more laid back, but oil and water became Frick and Frack, they are ONE!!! Come on down to DIEVERCITY, NC. |