Community Financial Empowerment Group, LLC

The vibe is strong, the energy is electrifying! The NAAIA - National African American Insurance Association Conference is still in the preconference phase and the focus on Agent/Brokers and Emerging Leaders… topics unpacked is moving in a global economy, collaboration, community, storytelling in phases and we are just getting started! Strategies on overcoming challenges… more to unpack! Andre Dickens Aka Ali - Kerr NABIP - Georgia Chapter NABA INC. Aon AXA Atlanta Technical College Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Morehouse College Morris College Morehouse School of Medicine Camille Hammond MD MPH NABIP Selective Insurance Zurich North America Liberty Mutual Insurance Liberty Mutual Global Risk Solutions Tim Sweeney Janelle Brown Edem Maura Quinn Westfield Insurance Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America SHRM SHRM-Atlanta

I have officially begun my week long journey sharing and engaging with our community in person at the NAAIA - National African American Insurance Association conference in #NOLA and Virtually with my fire side chatters on the Employer Liability Panel; this is a week you do not want to miss; I’ll be having cameo conversations with Attendees and Executives in New Orleans. We will be unpacking Leadership through various lens! On the Employer Liability Panel we are unpacking in an energetic discussion on the “S” in ESG! From reputation to frameworks to liability to best practices and ANYTHING that happens to “POP UP!” Together let’s KEEP CLIMBING …..towards our goals KEEP LIFTING …..others along your journey KEEP SHINING …. the path for others to follow Liberty Mutual Insurance Liberty Mutual Global Risk Solutions National Black MBA Association National Diversity Council Basil Morris Aka Ali - Kerr Andre Dickens NABIP - Georgia Chapter National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC) Zurich North America Shaibu Ali Selective Insurance CNA Insurance The Hanover Insurance Group IIABA LA Tulane University Alliant Insurance Services Morris College ICABA World Network Tim Sweeney ?? HRM Queen Dr. Chastity S ?? HRH Princess Dr. Moradeun Ogunlana Big "I" Diversity NAAIA Indiana Chapter NAAIA Dallas Fort Worth Chapter Pie Insurance

In our community today, "A Father" is not limited to someone that is biologically connected to you! We celebrate and recognize each of you. ?? #Community #Recognition NAAIA - National African American Insurance Association Said Sewell, Ph.D., CFRM Black Innovation Alliance National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) Utica National Insurance Group - Careers Tim Sweeney National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) National Skills Coalition Georgia Diversity Council Scott Kneeland IIABA LA

One of my first official engagements since being appointed to the Three Rivers Commission Workforce Development Board of Directors was to align with fellow leaders in Georgia and articulate our voice during the NSC Skills Summit. WorkSource Three Rivers Office of U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff National Skills Coalition Andre Dickens Douglas Hollberg April Y. The NSC Skills Summit plays a crucial role in empowering education and workforce minded people with the tools and insight they need to understand the dynamic business landscape and strategically impact critical policy decisions. "It was an immense honor to receive a Challenge Coin from United States Senator Jon Ossoff during my most recent visit to the Capitol as part of a leadership delegation from the Three Rivers Commission Workforce Development Board. We were working diligently on the reauthorization of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), legislation that is crucial for empowering organizations to create greater value for their employees and the communities they serve. Donya Sartor, PhD The presentation of a Challenge Coin is a revered tradition in the military and government circles, symbolizing respect, gratitude, and recognition for exceptional service and commitment to a greater cause. To be acknowledged for my military service and continued service to the community in this manner is a profound testament to the vital work being done by the Three Rivers Commission and our unwavering dedication to strengthening workforce development initiatives. As a leadership development coach, I have long been passionate about amplifying the voices of organizations that prioritize the well-being and development of their employees and the communities they operate in. The WIOA reauthorization efforts we championed during our visit to the Capitol will have a far-reaching impact, enabling businesses to invest in their most valuable asset – their people – while simultaneously contributing to the economic vitality of their local communities. I am deeply grateful to Senator Ossoff and his colleagues for this esteemed recognition and for their steadfast leadership in advancing policies that empower organizations to create sustainable value. This Challenge Coin will serve as a constant reminder of our shared commitment to building a more equitable and prosperous future for all." Guylaine Saint Juste Dr. Susan Simmons-Stevenson Jo Lynn Clemens, CPCU, ARMHon Sheila Bartels Hon. Samuel A. Jinapor Hon Sheila Bartels Jamie Myers, MBA Stephen Indingaro Whitnee Dillard Charmaine Chin, MBA Charlene A. Kampert NAAIA - National African American Insurance Association Robert Griffin III Secretary of Labor Nikema Williams Lucy McBath Nationwide National Diversity Council National Black MBA Association Clayton State University Jacob Chacko

Today, I celebrate our CFO, Solomon Osei, CA, a driving force in our success. Proud of his achievement as the Most Influential CFO in Ghana 2023 at the Ghana Finance Focus Awards. Gratitude to RADCOM for honoring me with Most Transformational Insurance CEO & aYo Ghana for Mobile Insurance Leadership Award. Kudos to team aYo Ghana! Let's continue creating a future where insurance is affordable, easy to use and accessible to all Ghanaians. #ayo #insurance #becauseyoucare https://lnkd.in/dXRE-TJn

Are you struggling to motivate your team?! Feeling like it’s impossible to please everyone? Join us at the South Regional Forum, where I’ll be leading a highly interactive and action plan focused session for leaders. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn new strategies and techniques for motivating your team, even when they’re as different as “herding cats!” Let’s work together to bring your team back to their emotional high and achieve success! #leadership #teammotivation #levelsofleadership #teameffectiveness NABA INC. National Black MBA Association, Atlanta Chapter (NBMBAA Atlanta) Aon

Exciting news to share with my LinkedIn network! I am thrilled to announce that I have successfully obtained a new certification from the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business certification is a significant achievement, in recognition to my service and sacrifice during my military career and I am proud to have earned it. This certification not only recognizes my hard work and dedication but also allows me to access new opportunities and resources to enhance my business. Thank you for allowing me to share this news with you!

If you lead people or envision leadership in your future this article really illustrates the crossroads that we find ourselves approaching. Many of the “levers” that have traditionally been deployed to obtain compliance from our workforce, is no longer as affective or quite frankly… just doesn’t work any longer. Today’s workforce want to be led by LEADERS, not managed or handled and definitely not “Bossed” around by a Boss or Supervisor…. When we think of leaders… here is the face yourself in the mirror question, because you can put on a mask and fool me, fool your office but if you have this conversation while staring yourself in the eye in the mirror, the true response will reveal itself. So here’s the question…. Why do people follow you? 1. Because of your title/position? 2. Because you have built a relationship with them? 3. Because of what you do for the organization… sometimes called production? 4. Because you have faith in them and are secure enough in your own skin to develop them as a leader and not feel threatened? 5. Because your influence transcends your organization and industry? From my vantage point having worked alongside many different levels of leadership, most leaders hang around the production area (3). However to increase productivity and increase engagement while promoting a safe space for innovation leaders must be willing to challenge themselves to rise to level 4 and 5. You know you’re headed on the right path when don’t wait until you’re ready to retire to start looking for your replacement. My most sincere desire is that this collection of insights from my years as an executive coach, leader, trainer and student of human behavior provides some value and I welcome your input and thoughts. Please leave your comments, repost to your community so we can climb and lift together…. Go ahead and like my business page at community financial empowerment group. #leadwithimpact #howtosucceed #leadingchange #leadingchangeatwork #leadershipgrowth #leadershipdevelopment Clive