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RHONDA F. BRIGGINS, J.D. Rhonda brings over 25 plus years of professional experience in the arenas of federal, state and local government affairs. She has developed public policy, and community outreach strategies for major public and private entities organizations. In addition, she has been responsible for several legislative initiatives amounting to billions of dollars in funding for her clients. She was instrumental in the passage of legislation amounting to over $10.9B in 2017 for transportation funding. Rhonda secured a $3B program management contract in 2020 making an enormous mark again on the transportation industry. In 2021, she was selected as an inaugural fellow of the Herndon’s Directors Institute supported by NASDAQ. The inaugural class was honored by being featured in NYC Times Square on a billboard. In 2020, she was appointed to the MARTA Non-Represented Benefit Pension Board of Directors overseeing over $500 million in pension benefits. David Ralston, Georgia Speaker of the House of Representative, appointed her to serve on the House Study Commission on Transit Governance and Funding in 2018. In 2016, Rhonda was elected as the first African-American woman President of the Georgia Transit Association (GTA) while also serving as the President of the Atlanta Chapter of the Conference of Minorities in Transportation Officials (COMTO). Under her leadership, both organizations grew in membership and influence throughout the state. In 2019 – 2023, she has been ranked in the top 10 of “Top 100 Influential Women in Georgia”. Rhonda has received several distinguished awards and recognitions for her leadership such as the 2021 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Trailblazer Award, 2020 Distinguished Leader Award, 2019 Pinnacle Leadership Awards, 2018 March of Dimes Woman of Distinction Award, 2018 Atlanta Tribune Women Award, 2018 Who’s Who of Black Atlanta, 2017 Atlanta Business Lead 100 Most Influential Women in Georgia, 2017 Who’s Who of Black Atlanta, 2017 National Coalition of 100 Black Women Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter Catalyst Award, 2017 COMTO Woman On the Move Award, 2016 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Change Agent Award, 2016 Jack and Jill East Atlanta Suburban Mother of the Year, 2014 COMTO’s Gerald Anderson Sibling Award. She is a graduate of the 2015 Atlanta Regional Commission Regional Leadership Institute. She serves on several boards, including the Georgia Transit Association, Conference of Minorities in Transportation Officials, Women of Will, Vote Run Lead (Co-Founder and Board of Director), Delta For Women in Action, President since July 2023 and the immediate past Secretary-Treasurer. In Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., she serves on the Board of Director. She’s the immediate past Chair of Strategic Partnership Taskforce. She served for four years as the Co-Chair of the National Social Action Commission. She also serves on several advisory councils such as American Heart Association’s Advocacy Councils (Chair), DeKalb Housing Authority Sufficiency Council, and Georgia Women Policy Institute. Jack and Jill of American, Inc. Southeastern Region Legislative Chair (2016-2018). She served for several years as the Chair of the Board for the historic Selma to Montgomery Bridge Crossing Jubilee.

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Meet Nykita Hurt, a seasoned professional with an impressive career spanning over 30 years in Justice, Education, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Diversity Contract Compliance Management. Nykita is a dedicated advocate for equity and inclusion in the workplace, leveraging her expertise as a trained mediator and Master Contracts Compliance Administrator. As an entrepreneur and the founding director of The Isaiah James Foundation Inc., Nykita's commitment to serving the community shines through her mentorship and volunteer work with youth. Notably, she has served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate in Dekalb County Georgia, providing crucial support to children deprived of love, guidance, and essential support. Nykita's passion for making a positive impact extends beyond the local community. She has played an instrumental role in combating youth sex trafficking in metro Atlanta, collaborating with local authorities and the national center for missing and exploited children. By conducting workshops and forums, Nykita educates parents about the dangers of the sex trade industry, and she personally finances search and rescue efforts to bring missing youth home. Her philanthropy knows no bounds, as she dedicates her time and resources to help various organizations, including The American Cancer Society, The American Kidney Foundation, Meals on Wheels, and St. Jude's Children's Hospital. In her previous roles, Nykita has been a trailblazer in the fields of Equal Employment Opportunity and diversity compliance. As a former district EEO officer for the Georgia Department of Transportation, she was responsible for implementing and interpreting federal and state laws, executive orders, and departmental policies related to Civil Rights, Equal Employment Opportunity, ADA compliance, and the DBE program. Her expertise further extends to her role as the Diversity Contracts Compliance Manager for North Perimeter Contractors, LLC, where she oversaw the DBE program for the I-285/SR400 reconstruction project. In this capacity, Nykita managed diversity programs, facilitated contractor compliance and DBE training, and matched DBE firms with contractors to meet federal compliance goals. Nykita currently holds the position of Program Manager at HNTB Corporation, where her role is multifaceted. She oversees mentoring initiatives, spearheads industry outreach, ensures contract compliance, and advances workforce development. A significant aspect of her responsibilities involves educating and training employees on Diversity and Compliance programs, fostering comprehension for those working with minority and small business entities. As a reliable advisor, Nykita champions the interests of small business owners, offering guidance in procurement processes and educational growth opportunities. Through her targeted outreach and engagement, she empowers businesses, creating stronger connections and promoting empowerment. Throughout her distinguished career, Nykita has consistently showcased strong interpersonal and leadership capabilities, leaving a positive mark on her clients and the broader community initiatives she champions. Her steadfast commitment to serving underrepresented groups exemplifies her dedication to fostering a fair and inclusive society.

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Alicia M. Ivey, groundbreaking entrepreneur, strategic innovator and purposeful change agent, has more than a decade of proven success in airport travel concessions operations. She has built thriving businesses that reflect her commitment to excellence, community, and opportunity. As the founder of Goldbergs Concessions Corporation, Alicia proudly owns and operates the Atlanta Braves All Star Grill, Goldbergs Bagel and Deli, and Subway locations at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. She is also a proud HMS Host Joint Venture Partner, leading notable ventures at Indianapolis International Airport, including the Indiana Pacers Courtside Club, Shake Shack, two (2) Starbucks locations and the Circle City Beer Garden. Alicia is also the founder of Women Flying High Hospitality Group, a groundbreaking initiative committed to mentoring women and creating equitable opportunities for emerging airport concessionaires. Through strategic guidance, essential resources, and industry access, Women Flying High Hospitality empowers women to thrive as successful business owners and operators in the competitive airport hospitality sector. Alicia’s professional reach extends well beyond her own companies. She has played pivotal roles in partnerships with renowned organizations and brands, including Focus Brands, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the Patricia Nash Brand, Heinemann Americas Corporation, and Bacardi USA. Her exceptional leadership has garnered appointments to the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) Board of Directors and as chair of the Atlanta City Council 2024 Airport Taskforce. A devoted alumna of Reinhardt University, Alicia serves on its Board of Trustees and was the institution’s first African American alumna to deliver its commencement address. Her civic contributions continue as the Fulton County Board of Commissioners appointed her to serve on the Fulton Dekalb Hospital Authority Board of Directors and the Board of Directors for Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation, the nation’s 10th largest public hospital. She is also honored to have been appointed by the Fulton Chair to serve on the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Board of Directors, where she shared her leadership acumen as Treasurer and Vice Chair of the Operations and Safety Committee. In 2021, Alicia was tapped by Civil Rights Icon Ambassador Andrew Young to join the Advisory Board of Greenwood Bank, a financial institution dedicated to economic empowerment. She was also recently named Sub-Chair of the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Advisory Council and previously served as Director of Economic Development for the National Black MBA Association. Her influence and impact have earned her recognition from the Atlanta Business League—honoring her as Woman of the Year and one of the 100 Most Influential African American Women in Atlanta—and Atlanta Tribune: The Magazine, which highlighted her as one of the Top 25 Black-Owned Businesses. In 2024, the Atlanta City Council celebrated Alicia’s exceptional leadership and contributions to the city in honor of Women’s History Month. A distinguished alumna of Leadership Atlanta, one of the oldest community leadership programs in the nation, Alicia continues to inspire the next generation of leaders through her visionary approach and deep community ties. She proudly serves as the founding President of AMAC Atlanta, consistently championing inclusivity, innovation, and strategic growth within the airport and hospitality sectors. For More Information www.iamthebusinessarchitect.com

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C. David Moody Jr. created C.D Moody Construction Co. in 1988 with just three employees. His first project was the concrete package for Underground Atlanta--a JV with Otis Bellamy of Bellamy Brothers. Since then, CDM has grown exponentially with respects to both revenue and project volume. With over fifty full time employees, CDM specializes in a wide rage of construction services including design/build, new construction, renovations—historical & nonhistorical, aviation, collegiate, data centers, mission critical and construction management at-risk. CDM has worked with many high-profile clients and on many high-profile projects including but not limited to the Olympic Stadium in Atlanta, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Turner Baseball Field, Philips Arena, The Atlanta History Museum, The Atlanta United Training Facility, The World of Coca-Cola, Disney World, Mercedes Benz, Home Depot, and the new Maynard H. Jackson International Concourse. CDM has recently expanded their profile to include Mission Critical, with three current projects for private clients. C. D. Moody Construction Company, Inc., now one of the largest African- American-owned construction companies in America. For more than three decades, Moody’s company has appeared every year on Black Enterprise magazine’s “Top 100” list of the nation’s largest Black-owned industrial/services companies. The Atlanta Business Chronicle has ranked his firm as one of Atlanta’s top 25 commercial contractors and top 100 private companies. Over more than 35 years, his firm has safely built and delivered more than 150 commercial projects valued at more than $3 billion. David also has a keen sense of community service. He founded the C.D. Moody Foundation to provide financial assistance for students with a passion for construction and entrepreneurship, and to date has awarded more than 80 individual scholarships. He has funded endowed scholarships at Morehouse College, Howard University, Georgia State University and Central State University. Besides money, Moody devotes time with students, where he personally instills in students the endless possibilities that are directly associated with hard work, perseverance, and a positive attitude. Moody has served on numerous for profit and nonprofit boards. Moody was the 1st African American President for the Associated General Contractors for the state of Georgia. C. DAVID MOODY JR. C.D Moody Construction Co. Owner/CEO

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Julia Settles Diversity Business Manager Transmission & Distribution, Atlanta Burns & McDonnell Julia the Southeast Region Business Diversity Manager with two decades of experience in the electrical transmission and distribution industry, working both for power providers and utility consultants. As a project manager, she cultivates stability for her clients and communities while delivering strategies and effective solutions. She has worked in engineering and project management, supporting fiber-optic networks, SCADA management and deployments, and other power delivery projects. She also specializes in supplier diversity within the utility sector, bringing fresh and underrepresented voices to the table to strengthen communities and project outcomes. Julia effectively manages her team to keep projects running within scope, time and budget constraints. She has a proven track record in utility project and program management, including oversight of more than $70 million in project work. She is an advocate for energy efficiency solutions, working with power companies and applicants to craft effective programs. Currently, she is helping manage a major grid modernization program for a large utility. In 2018, she was selected for a fellowship in the Urban League’s Inclusion by Design Executive Leadership Program, which builds a pipeline of leaders oriented toward community needs, diversity and inclusion. Julia is an active participant in numerous professional organizations, including the Project Management Institute, the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) and the Women’s International Network of Utility Professionals (WINUP). She is active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. She has served in leadership roles in and advocated for employee resource groups at each organization where she has worked because she believes they elevate corporate culture to perform at its best. She is currently instrumental at Burns & McDonnell in establishing a business diversity program that aims to serve the entire Southeast region and develop long-lasting partnerships with diverse suppliers.

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Charmainewm24@gmail.com | www.linkedin.com/in/WardCharmaine | 678.725.0051 Charmaine Ward-Millner Charmaine is a corporate business executive, serial entrepreneur, and civic leader. She is co-founder and Managing Partner of Coaching Catalyst, LLC, a boutique executive coaching and consulting firm. She is an International Coaching Federation Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and vision board practitioner. She is also a franchise co-owner of multiple quick-serve Jersey Mike’s restaurants. An accomplished senior executive with a distinguished career across diverse industries, offering a rare combination of expertise in corporate philanthropy, inclusion & equity, community/government relations, and marketing. Charmaine has held senior-level positions with Kaiser Permanente, Georgia Power, Georgia-Pacific, John H. Harland, Bank of America, Showtime Networks, and IBM, where she created tremendous value within the enterprises. In her previous roles, she directed the investment of millions of dollars with national and regional partners in initiatives focused on inclusion and equity, education, health equity, and economic mobility, creating significant social impact. Charmaine’s superpower is leading organizations in developing and executing philanthropic, inclusive, and entrepreneurial strategies that create sustainable social impact, foster an inclusive culture, enhance their brand, and drive growth across the enterprise. Her service to the community is widespread. She is a member of the Board of Trustees for Clark Atlanta University, where she serves as Chair of Institutional Advancement and Board Chair of the Urban League of Greater Atlanta. She serves on the Operation Hope Regional board, the National Black MBA Atlanta Chapter board, the NBAF Advisory Council, and the Coalition of 100 Black Women Advisory Council. Formerly, she served as secretary of the National Black MBA national board, the Atlanta Technical College Foundation Board, and the Latin Community Fund Board. She also serves as an adjunct professor at Georgia State University, teaching nonprofit leadership. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., International Women’s Forum (IWF), and the National Council of Negro Women. She is also an alum of United Way VIP, Education Policy Fellowship Program (EPFP), Leadership Georgia, Leadership Atlanta, and Black Corporate Board Readiness (BCBR). She is a doctoral candidate at Clark Atlanta University's School of Higher Education Leadership. Charmaine graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.A. in Economics from Clark Atlanta University, earned an MBA with honors from Kennesaw State University, and a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Certificate from Cornell University. Charmaine’s mission is to be a catalyst, creating positive change in individuals, organizations, and communities by building authentic connections, practicing leadership coaching, and demonstrating servant leadership. A native of Chicago, she is an avid reader and international travel enthusiast. She is married to Keith Millner.

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