Georgia Education Foundation

This Women's History Month, we celebrate Joy Cain-Handte, President and CEO of Tribe Transportation, a trailblazer breaking barriers in the transportation industry. As a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, she co-founded Tribe Transportation, leading it to become one of North America’s fastest-growing minority-owned companies. Her dedication to diversity, inclusion, and excellence continues to pave the way for women in a historically male-dominated field. How has Joy’s story inspired you to challenge the status quo and drive change in your field? Share your thoughts below! ??? #WomensHistoryMonth #NotableWomenInHistory #JoyCainHandte

This Women's History Month, Georgia Education Foundation is honored to spotlight Alice Walker—a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, poet, and activist from Georgia. ?? Best known for her groundbreaking novel "The Color Purple", Walker's powerful storytelling and dedication to social justice have inspired generations. Her work continues to uplift voices, challenge norms, and pave the way for change. Join us in celebrating her remarkable legacy! ?? #WomensHistoryMonth #AliceWalker #GEFSpotlight

Beyond the Limits: Celebrating Women’s HERstory Makers ? This Women's History Month, we had the honor of attending the Atlanta Black Chambers Women’s League Panel Discussion, where women business owners shared their powerful journeys, challenges, and triumphs in entrepreneurship. From insightful recommendations on business traction strategies to heartfelt testimonials, this event was a reminder that breaking barriers starts with sharing knowledge. Tag a woman who inspires you and tell us—what’s the best business advice you’ve ever received? ?? #BeyondTheLimits #HERstoryMakers #WomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship

Great leaders don’t just give directions—they inspire action! At our Situational Leadership Session at ATDC, we explored how effective leadership is not just about what is communicated but how it’s communicated. With insightful guidance from Dr. Berkley Baker and Amanda Baker atdc, attendees gained valuable strategies to adapt leadership styles based on team dynamics and enhance execution for success. ???? What’s your leadership style? Let us know in the comments! ?? #LeadershipInAction #SituationalLeadership #ATDC?#ProfessionalGrowth

Last week, the Georgia Education Foundation had the absolute honor of attending the 50th Anniversary Recognition of the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC) at the Georgia State Capitol! GMSDC has been a driving force for five decades in empowering minority-owned businesses, fostering economic growth, and creating lasting opportunities. As an organization dedicated to uplifting communities through education and resources, we are proud to celebrate this milestone alongside such a transformative institution.? Here's to 50 years of excellence—and many more to come! ?????? #GMSDC50 #EconomicEmpowerment #SupplierDiversity #LegacyOfExcellence

It was an absolute pleasure for the Georgia Education Foundation to be part of the MBE Orientation event, where our very own Vanessa Lane and Reginald Phams had the opportunity to speak on the incredible work we do! ?? A huge thank you to Sonji Franklin and Angie Vernet for hosting and leading such a meaningful event. Your dedication to uplifting minority-owned businesses is truly inspiring! We’re grateful for the opportunity to share insights, resources, and strategies to support MBE success.? Here’s to continued growth, collaboration, and making an impact together! ????? #MBEOrientation #EmpoweringBusinesses #Collaboration #Growth #MakingAnImpact

This Women’s History Month, we proudly celebrate the incredible women of the Georgia Education Foundation and Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC) —the driving force behind our mission to uplift and empower communities. Their dedication, leadership, and innovation continue to break barriers and create opportunities for minority-owned businesses and aspiring professionals across Georgia. To the phenomenal women on our team—your hard work, resilience, and commitment inspire us daily. Thank you for making a lasting impact and paving the way for future generations! #WomensHistoryMonth2025 #EmpoweredWomenEmpower #Leadership #womeninbusiness #mbe

This Women’s History Month, we proudly celebrate the incredible women of the Georgia Education Foundation and Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC) —the driving force behind our mission to uplift and empower communities. Their dedication, leadership, and innovation continue to break barriers and create opportunities for minority-owned businesses and aspiring professionals across Georgia. To the phenomenal women on our team—your hard work, resilience, and commitment inspire us daily. Thank you for making a lasting impact and paving the way for future generations! #WomensHistoryMonth2025 #EmpoweredWomenEmpower #Leadership #womeninbusiness #mbe

This February, we celebrate Black-owned businesses that are making an impact in Georgia and beyond! Today, we are excited to highlight Jones Worley, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) that has been a trailblazer in strategic marketing communications for over 30 years. ?? Founded by the visionary Cynthia Jones Parks, Jones Worley started as a boutique graphic design firm in 1990 and has since grown into one of the leading agencies in the country. With expertise in branding, communications, wayfinding, signage, and experiential graphic design, they’ve helped millions of travelers navigate major airports, transit authorities, and corporate campuses. From Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to the 1996 Olympics and Fortune 500 companies, Jones Worley’s portfolio speaks for itself. We’re proud to celebrate their 35th anniversary and their continued success in shaping the future of design and branding. ?? For more info about their incredible work, visit their website:?https://jonesworley.com/ #BlackHistoryMonth #MinorityBusiness #BlackOwnedBusiness #GeorgiaEducationFoundation #SupportBlackBusiness #MBE #JonesWorley #Leadership #StrategicMarketing #CommunityImpact #BlackExcellence #35YearsStrong

This Black History Month, the Georgia Education Foundation is proud to highlight IBEX IT Business Experts, a Black woman-owned powerhouse in technology, workforce development, and enterprise solutions! Founded by Tracey Grace, MBA, ITIL?, a 2017 Georgia Mentor Protege Connection Alumni, IBEX is breaking barriers and driving impact through strategic IT consulting, training, and supplier diversity solutions.? As the creator of NectariQ, IBEX is revolutionizing supplier management with AI-driven insights, ensuring smarter, more efficient, and more inclusive procurement operations.? We celebrate IBEX’s commitment to empowering businesses and fostering equitable opportunities in supply chains. Tag a Black-owned business making an impact and drop a ??? in the comments to celebrate Black excellence in business! ?? For more info on IBEX, visit their website: Https://ibexexperts.com #BlackHistoryMonth #MBESpotlight #SupplierDiversity #WorkforceDevelopment #GeorgiaEducationFoundation #IBEXITExperts #BlackExcellence