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Inspiring Youth in Your Community (Feat. Atiba T. Edwards)

  1. Inspiring Youth in Your Community (Feat. Atiba T. Edwards) National Society of Leadership and Success 27:49

Atiba T. Edwards is the President and CEO of the Brooklyn Children’s Museum. A former child visitor to the museum himself, Edwards now leads this cherished institution with a profound commitment to his community. His journey from a young visitor to the helm of such an important cultural space exemplifies his deep-rooted connection to Brooklyn and the impact he seeks to make for future generations.

Edwards reflects on how working at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum feels surreal, especially as it marks nearly a year since he took on the role. Reminiscing about his childhood experiences, he recalls the joy and wonder of exploring the museum, and he now approaches his leadership with a sense of responsibility. His passion for fostering memorable experiences for young visitors drives him each day, and he aspires to exceed the joyous memories he created as a child. 

Edwards highlights the Brooklyn Children’s Museum’s mission to celebrate diversity and inclusivity through its programming. Recognizing the importance of representation, the museum hosts cultural festivals that uplift various communities, reflecting the rich tapestry of Brooklyn’s demographic make-up. From Dia de los Muertos to Lunar New Year celebrations, these events offer families the opportunity to engage with and learn about different cultures in an authentic setting.

This week, you’ll learn the importance of the Brooklyn Children’s Museum’s location, how Atiba was inspired by engineering studies, liberal arts, poetry and musicology, and how Wall Street prepared Atiba for life’s unexpected turns.

LEARN MORE:

Brooklyn Children’s Museum

> > Website: www.brooklynkids.org

> > Instagram: @bcmkids

> > Twitter: @BrooklynKids

> > Facebook: Brooklyn Children’s Museum

FOKUS

> > Website: www.fokus.org

> > Instagram: @fokusart

Atiba

> > Instagram: @at1ba

NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:

> > Listen to the bonus episode to learn what advice Atiba has been given that he still holds near (http://members.nsls.org/audio/atiba-t.-edwards)

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Corey Andrew Powell Cultural Commentator / Content Producer

Hey there! My name is Corey Andrew Powell. I'm a creative chameleon with a knack for donning multiple hats. From crafting compelling copy and producing engaging content to rocking the mic as a podcast host and weaving musical magic, I've got a diverse skill set that keeps things interesting.

My journey kicked off in 2011 at The Vitamin Shoppe, where I started as a copywriter and quickly found myself caught up in the whirlwind of rebranding campaigns, product development, and retail store expansions. Two years of hard work later, I proudly stepped into the role of Manager of Marketing Copy, steering the ship through the exciting waters of marketing creativity.

After three years of freelancing, in 2019 I joined the incredible team at the National Society of Leadership & Success ( NSLS), stepping into the role of Content Manager and Content Producer for the nation's largest leadership honor society, with over 1.3 million inspiring members.

In 2021 I became the proud host of the NSLS's beloved podcast, 'Motivational Mondays'! How cool is that? In my debut episode, I had the absolute honor of chatting with Tokyo Olympics silver-medalist Raven 'The Hulk' Saunders. We dove deep into the world of professional sports and had a heart-to-heart about the importance of mental health. Our audience has grown exponentially to over 250,000 listeners and subscribers.

My creative life has been an incredible journey thus far, and I’m always intrigued by what the future holds.

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