ESSENCE GU Disruptor Summit returns on October 12, 2024, in Atlanta, GA. This year is about being a safe space for young Black women, girls, and gender-expansive youth to come together and fellowship for a day filled with panels, networking, activations, and more. The Next Era serves as this year’s theme to honor and amplify women, girls and non-binary folks that really can’t be defined and are creating the world how they want it to be, rather than waiting for the world to be created for them.
The one-day event is set to take place at the PC&E sound stage, where there will be significant conversations, a special guest, and a surprise performer. “ESSENCE GU continues to embrace the values of empowerment and leadership,” Dennis says. “With a strong focus on personal development, intellectual growth, and societal change, our initiative has been meticulously curated to inspire young women and girls, creating a ripple effect of disruptors.”
Check out the must-try activations at the 2024 GU Disruptor Summit!
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Coke Zero Sugar Mocktail Bar
It gets hot in ATL. Cool down with one of our delicious mocktails made with Coke Zero Sugar throughout the day.
GU Office Hours
Join in on intimate conversations with an expert focused on a specific topic from journalism, to sports and music.
SOKU Market
GU Disruptor Summit is more than just conversations, check out the Soku Market to shop and support a minority-owned business.
Zen Zone
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Don’t worry. The GU Zen Zone is here to help you find your peace and center yourself before jumping into endless networking and mentorship. Here, you’ll have infinite wellness shots, flower crowns galore and a moment of meditation to get you in a positive space and mindset.
Skip The Small Talk: Speed Mentoring Session
If you’re a senior or recent grad looking for someone to answer your burning career questions, we’ve got you covered. Skip the small talk and join the speed mentoring sessions to meet the mentor of your dreams. From media to fashion, we’re covering all the bases for you to leave with a new confidence boost.
About Kenyatta: Clark Atlanta University and Medill School alumna Kenyatta Victoria is the Girls United writer covering everything from news, pop culture, lifestyle, and investigative stories. When not reporting, she’s diving deep into her curated playlists or binging her favorite comfort shows.