Legacy Leadership Awards Luncheon

Time:
July 31, 2026 - 12:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Room:
Music City Center (Convention Center) // Grand Ballroom A&B

Day 5, Friday, July 31

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Today begins with another powerful plenary, Courage Under Fire: Organizing in an Age of Retaliation — a timely conversation on leadership, advocacy, and resilience in challenging times.

The day continues with the Legacy Leadership Awards Luncheon, honoring trailblazers whose impact continues to shape our communities and movement.

It’s also the final day to experience Urban League Connect: Experience & Lounge — our must-visit activation exclusively for conference attendees, featuring culture, innovation, networking, and interactive experiences.

This evening, we close out the day with the prestigious Whitney M. Young, Jr. Awards Gala, a signature celebration recognizing outstanding leaders and changemakers.

Sponsored By

Karl F. Dean Grand Ballroom  A&B // 4th Floor

Hosted by the National Council of Urban League Guilds

Preceding: Rhonda Spears Bell, SVP & Executive Director, National Urban League

Presiding: Kelsey Gibbs, Emmy Award-winning reporter, Multimedia Journalist, WTVF NewsChannel 5

Remarks: Angela R. Simmons, President, National Council of Urban League Guilds

Invocation: Pastor James McCarroll, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church, Urban League of Middle Tennessee Board Member

Sponsor Remarks: 
Diedra Porché, Head of Community & Business Development, JPMorganChase
Steven Williams, Executive Vice President and Vice Chairman, Global Chief Commercial Officer and Corporate Affairs, Pepsico
Janaye Ingram, Director of Community Investments and Sustainability, Airbnb
Mia D. McNeil, State Director, AARP Tennessee State Office

Remarks: Yusef Jackson, President and CEO, RainbowPush Coalition

Featured Speaker: Rev. Dr. Shavon Arline-Bradley President, CEO, National Council of Negro Women

 

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