Saturday, October 12, 2024

9AM – 6PM

GU Summit is turning five! So we’re pulling out all the stops to usher in a new era as we celebrate 5 years of shaking sh*t up, disrupting the status quo, and amplifying the voices of today’s young Black women, girls, and gender-expansive zillenials. Get ready for an unforgettable day of performances, conversations, networking, workshops, exclusive shopping opportunities, and so much more!

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PANELISTS

  • DEANDRE BROWN
    The Corporate Baddie
  • RAYMONTE COLE
    Digital Creator & Media Personality
  • KAMINA GRIFFIN
    AT&T Rising Future Maker
  • YOLANDA RENEE KING
    Youth Activist
  • MALIK MCINTYRE
    Influencer & Designer
  • KAYLA NICOLE
    Media Personality
  • Serena Page
    Love Island Season 6 Winner
  • Alicia Scott
    CEO & Founder, Range Beauty
  • Kaylin Strahan
    AT&T Rising Future Maker
  • Sherly Tavarez
    Founder, Hause of Curls
  • RAVEN TRACY
    Entrepreneur & Influencer
  • LYNAE VANEE
    Multi-hyphenate Content Creator

SPEED MENTORS

  • Michael Barclay II
    Executive Vice President, Experiential at ESSENCE Ventures
  • Angela Baskerville
    AT&T, VP - Corporate Systems & Talent Enablement
  • Stephanie NöNe Dunivan
    VP, in charge of Video & Branded Content at Essence Ventures
  • Cara Fields
    AT&T, Vice President & General Manager of the Southeast States Market
  • ANDREA HAMILTON
    CEO & Co-Founder, Theory Comm
  • ERICA HAMILTON
    President & Co-Founder, Theory Comm
  • Heaven Hare
    L'Oréal, Recruiter
  • CANNON KENT-GRANT
    Atlantic Records, National Director of Promotion
  • Elizabeth Mendoza
    L'Oréal, Talent Acquisition
  • KRISTIN J. MEYERS
    President of Iconic Saga / Founder, Like Minds Dine Production
  • Bridgett R. Owens
    Coca-Cola, Sr. Director Stakeholder Alignment & Philanthropic Management
  • PHRESHY
    Media Strategist, Personality & CEO & Founder I AM PHRESHY BRAND
  • Whitney Taber
    Director of Partnerships & Business Development at Girls Make Beats
  • Barkue Tubman
    Chief of Talent & Diasporic Engagement at Essence Ventures
  • Krystal Tyler-Peterson
    Real Estate Broker & Developer
  • Dazayah Walker
    Operations Manager & Investment Portfolio Manager
  • Ashaki Wilham
    Coca-Cola, Sr. Director Flavors Systems (R&D Innovation)
  • Tangela Woodley
    L'Oréal, Talent Acquisition

OFFICE HOURS

  • Alexis Roe
    Vice President of DEI Impact & Strategic Initiatives
  • PORCHIA MARIE
    CEO & Founder, The P.M. Firm & Dope People Meet | Foot Locker, Marketing Manager

GU Summit Host & DJ

  • MiAsia Symone
    Host & Multi-Media Personality
  • HOURGLASS
    DJ

Experiences

  • Link Up & Listen
    Panel Conversations

    Interactive discussions about topics that matter most to zillenials today.

  • Speed Mentoring
    Connection reimagined

    Rapid-fire networking with industry executives, influencers, and creatives who are where you want to be.

  • GU Office Hours
    Workshop Sessions

    Intimate conversations with an expert focused on a specific topic.

  • The Z Spot
    Activities

    Complimentary beauty services, wellness offerings, photobooths, and more right at your fingertips.

  • Soko Market
    A unique shopping experience featuring Black-owned brands

    Shop your current faves. Find new ones. Try exclusive products.

FAQ

A: The Girls United Summit is brought to you by Essence Girls United. It is a safe space for young Black women, girls, and gender-expansive youth to come together and connect about topics and issues that are impacting us the most, from culture to wellness to fashion to career and everything in between.

A: The 2024 Girls United Summit will take place at PC&E Atlanta – 2235 Defoor Hills Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.

Prohibited Items include:

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Animals (except service animals)
  • Backpacks, Bags or Purses larger than 10 x 10 x 16
  • Balls, Frisbees, or other projectiles
  • Bicycles, scooters, skateboards or skates
  • Firearms, knives, no weapons of any kind, or other items considered dangerous by security or law enforcement personnel (ex: pepper spray, tasers, stun guns, brass knuckles, handcuffs, etc.)
  • Fireworks or other incendiary or flammable devices
  • Food and Beverages (except those sold by event vendors)
  • Glass bottles or containers
  • Ice chests and coolers of any size
  • Drugs, drug paraphernalia, or illegal substances
  • Laser Lights/ Pointers
  • Smoking or the use of E-cigarettes, sticks or poles
  • Unauthorized literature or promotional giveaways, soliciting, or unlicensed vending of any kind.
  • Any items deemed unsafe or a potential annoyance to staff or guests.

A: Unauthorized professional filming or professional photography is prohibited during the event.

A: The Girls United Summit is free and open to the public. Registration is required but does not guarantee admission to the event. Space is limited, and registrants will be admitted on a first come, first served basis. There will be no re-entry after exiting.

A: The Girls United Summit is open to attendees of all ages, however, we will be exploring mature topics, so individuals younger than 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. A valid ID is required for entry for all adults.

A: No outside food or drinks are allowed into the Girls United Summit venue.

A: Getting dressed for the Girls United Summit should be fun! Keep in mind, the event space is both indoor and outdoor. Please check the weather and dress accordingly to ensure your comfort.

A: Rideshare or the use of public transportation is strongly recommended. Limited parking will be available.

A: Please check back here soon for more announcements.