What is Memphis’ secret sauce? Grit, grind and creativity, business leaders say
More than 150 business leaders, entrepreneurs and young adults gathered at The Peabody Memphis for Memphis Challenge’s first Elevate Memphis Leadership Summit. (Dima Amro/The Daily Memphian)
Memphis Challenge offered grants, knowledge and inspiration at its first Elevate Memphis Leadership Summit, aiming to spark innovation and encourage young adults to bring their ideas to fruition.
More than 150 business leaders, entrepreneurs and young adults gathered at The Peabody Memphis on Thursday, Oct. 30, to listen to CEOs, founders and local officials across multiple disciplines discuss business plans, network and grow careers.
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Dima Amro
Dima Amro is a native Memphian who covers commercial real estate and economic development for The Daily Memphian. She received her B.A. in journalism at the University of Memphis and M.A. in investigative journalism at American University.
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