6:30-8:30 PM EST
June 27, 2025

Connect ATL: A Nonprofit Networking Mixer

Collaboration Over Competition

Real connections. Real outcomes. Meet the nonprofit leaders driving change in Atlanta and discover how collaboration over competition can open doors to funding, visibility, and long-term impact.

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Presented by My Mogul Media in Partnership with Rootstock

Featured Voices & Strategic Thinkers

Learn from industry leaders who’ve helped nonprofits succeed on a global scale.

Lindsey Baker Bower

Content Marketing Manager

Donorbox

Lindsey Baker Bower brings years of hands-on experience in nonprofit communications, fundraising, and grant writing. From managing large membership programs to organizing events and crafting grant proposals, she now shares her expertise with the nonprofit community as Content Marketing Manager at Donorbox.

Anna Cable

Business Strategist & Impact Coach

Atlanta, GA

Anna is a strategist and coach with a focus on launching social enterprise and impact investing solutions. She has her own consulting practice working both with those deploying assets and those building community impact solutions. In 2022, she founded The Launchpad, a business coaching program for economically vulnerable women entrepreneurs in Atlanta.

Emmanuel Glaze

Founder & CEO

Optimize The Vizion

Emmanuel Glaze is the Founder and CEO of Optimize The Vizion, a nonprofit focused on youth empowerment and leadership. A former college athlete and coach, he blends his passion for sports, education, and faith to inspire others through mentorship, perseverance, and community-driven impact.

Jaz’ Vick

Development Director

Atlanta Area Council, Scouting America

Jaz’ Vick is a purpose-driven nonprofit leader with deep experience in major gift fundraising, community engagement, and youth development. He currently serves as Development Director at Atlanta Area Council, Scouting America, and brings a soulful, community-first approach to partnership and impact.

What To Expect

An afternoon of connection, collaboration, and shared purpose. Gain practical insights, expert advice, and actionable tools designed to help your nonprofit scale and thrive in a digital-first world.

Welcome Reception & Networking

Mingle with nonprofit peers and community leaders over drinks and light bites in a relaxed, energizing environment.

Live Discussion: The Power of Partnership

Hear from dynamic leaders as they share lessons on cross-sector collaboration, sustainable growth, and what it takes to scale impact through unity—not competition.

Interactive Q&A & Live Polling

Get your questions answered in real time and vote on the biggest opportunities and challenges facing our community.

Facilitated Networking Activities

No awkward introductions here—expect fun, fast-paced prompts that lead to genuine connections and future collaboration.

Actionable Takeaways

Walk away with new contacts, fresh ideas, and a renewed sense of purpose—plus a few surprises to keep the momentum going.

Featured Voices & Strategic Thinkers

Learn from industry leaders who’ve helped nonprofits succeed on a global scale.

Darrin Cook

CEO, My Mogul Media (M3)

Bio:Darrin has helped hundreds of nonprofits, small businesses, and community leaders thrive through strategic digital marketing solutions tailored to their missions.

Grace Nelson

Founder, Magenta

Bio:Grace Nelson is a strategist, speaker, and advocate for mission-driven growth. As the founder of Magenta Strategy, she partners with nonprofits to build intentional infrastructure, expand their reach, and align operations with long-term vision.

Nicole Brown

Director of Data Management Systems

Bio:Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE)

Ciera Mitchell, CSM

Sr. Manager, Membership Services
National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA)

Bio:Ciera Mitchell serves as the Senior Membership Manager at the National Black MBA Association, where she is committed to advancing the success of Black professionals, entrepreneurs, and students through a steadfast dedication to excellence, service, and meaningful connection.

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Event Schedule

Marketing Strategies Workshop

11 AM – 1 PM

Speaker:Sarah Johnson, Michael Chen

Opening Keynote
Workshop
Panel Discussion
Q&A Session

Automating Marketing for Nonprofits

3 AM – 4 PM

David Turner, Sarah Patel

Introduction
Key Tools & Strategies
Real Life Case studies
Interactive Q&A & Next Steps

Event Agenda – Connect ATL

A Nonprofit Networking Mixer

1.

Welcome & Open Networking

6:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Light music, drinks, and passed bites
Name tags with color-coded stickers (Funders, Nonprofits, Creatives, Consultants)
Laid-back mingling to kick off the night

2.

Opening Remarks

7:00 PM – 7:10 PM

Hosted by Darrin Cook (My Mogul Media) and Ryan Klee (Rootstock)

Vision for collaborative growth in ATL’s nonprofit ecosystem
QR code access to the Collaboration Toolkit
Encouragement to connect on LinkedIn and keep the momentum going

3.

Breakout Sessions (2 Rotations)

7:15 PM – 8:20 PM

Choose from interactive small-group sessions hosted by local nonprofit leaders and change-makers.
Each attendee can join two sessions during this time.

Confirmed Session Hosts:

Emmanuel Glaze (Youth Empowerment)
Jaz’ Vick (Scouting America)
Lindsey Bower (Donorbox)
Anna Cable (Social Impact Strategist)

Final topics to be announced soon!

4.

Closing Reflections & Call to Action

8:20 PM – 8:30 PM

Closing words from Darrin Cook
Upcoming opportunities & ways to stay connected
Giveaway announcement
Group photo/selfie moment to wrap up the night

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Connect ATL: A Nonprofit Networking Mixer

Collaboration Over Competition

Presented by My Mogul Media in Partnership with Rootstock