Schedule
VIP RIDE Kickoff: International Social Event “All Girl Takeover”
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Aloft Downtown Atlanta
Day 1
Career and Skillset Center
Auburn Avenue Library
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Loudermilk Conference Center
8:00 AM
Registration and Check-In
8:30 AM
Continental Breakfast
9:00 AM
A Talk with Power Executives in Tech
Executives talk tech industry trends, diversity, inclusion, career advancement and the power of individual voice.
10:00 AM
She Leads: Strategies for Effective Leadership
Female leaders from across the entertainment and business world have a discussion about their leadership positions they are in today, as well as offering practical tips that can be implemented to promote growth and change.
Eboni Elektra, The “SOCIAL LIGHT” Brand, Social Influencer
Charmaine Ward-Millner, Director, Corporate Relations, Georgia Power
How to Build An E-Commerce Empire
Learn how to leverage your influence on social media to build an e-commerce empire. Learn tips on how to sell online in this one-of a kind session.
Tie Cooper, Beauty Expert & Editor
Sabrina Peterson, Founder, Glam University
Women Investing In Women: How to Access and Leverage Capital for Women-Owned Startups and Businesses
Ways aspiring entrepreneurs can get a glimpse of what investors are looking for in a “fundable company.”
JuJu, Realtor & Actress
Monique Idlett-Mosley, Managing Partner, Reign Ventures
11:30 AM
Networking Break
12:00 PM
Women’s Luncheon – Women of Influence: Powerful Women Who Are Making A Difference with Honoree Essence Atkins
2:00 PM
Monetizing Music Through Tech
The rise of live streaming, technological advancements and platforms have created a need to adjust monetization models. As an artist, manager, or independent label learn how to position yourself and your business to be at the greatest advantage to monetize your music and original content.
J1, Head of Hip Hop for Pandora Music + Sirius XM
Monica Brown, VP of Program Management for Pandora Music + Sirius XM
Brandon Criss, Co-Founder, Rap Plug, Moderator
Inspiring Creatives Through Financing
How to receive funding to assist independent content creators and creative entrepreneurs. Creative Industries Loan Fund.
Sheoyki Alexis Jones, Program Manager, Creative Industries, Invest Atlanta
Women in Hip Hop: Making Money Moves
This talk highlights the influence of women, what it means to be women in the business of hip hop along with cause-driven topics that impact the industry.
Turn Your Followers Into Customers
Over the years social media has evolved from likes, comments, and shares to a revenue generating channel for brands, small businesses, and creative entrepreneurs. Join influencers, as they break down the various ways in monetizing your social media audience.
Chay Rodriguez, Moderator
Alexandra Butler, Celebrity MUA
Kash Howard, Celebrity Fashion Stylist
3:30 PM
Networking Break
4:00 PM
Rock Star Entrepreneurship – How to Start-up and Build Your Dream Business Hosted by Intuit
Making Sense of Your Money: The Importance of Financial education in Life and Business
Hosted by Comerica
Irvin Ashford Jr., Senior Vice President, External Affairs National Director of Financial Education
Cause Messaging in the Digital Age of Social Movement
Live conversation with Tamika Mallory on the role social platforms play in today’s social conversations and movements. Both practically to invoke change and monetarily to fund them.
Tamika Mallory, Social Justice Leader, Activist
Rules of the Game and Gain: How to be a Change Agent in the World of Sports and Entertainment
Discussing how all of the roles work together for the good of the game and gain. From how athletes/entertainers are covered in a positive light in the media, how to get them coverage, the role of an agent, how athletes are chosen and thrive.
Nicole Lynn, Agent, Young Money Sports
Scoop Jackson, Journalist, ESPN Commentator
5:30 PM
Networking Break
6:30 PM
RIDE Film & Entertainment Honors: Datari Turner
9:00 PM
After RIDE: One on One Business Plan Review Session
Day 2
Career and Skillset Center
Auburn Avenue Library
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Loudermilk Conference Center
8:00 AM
Registration and Check-In
9:00 AM
RIDE Awards
11:00 AM
Drones Affect on Today’s Content Creation: Drone Operation, Drones Impacting the Dimension and Value of Content
Jacquene Curlee, CEO of Kidz Drone Zone
Women in Media: Roles, Voice and Representation
We brought together a formidable duo of leaders in the world of media both in front of the camera and the boardroom. These extraordinary women share valuable lessons on leadership, and establishing their voice against the odds.
The Social and Economic Impact on Community Development and How It Affects You
This discussion is centered around our changing community and the important role corporate and community organizations play in their development.
Senior Vice President, Chief Diversity Officer, U.S. Bank
Invest Atlanta
How to Generate Wealth using Your Talent
If you really want to build wealth, then the best way of doing this is through working for yourself and maximizing your purpose and talents by building up your own successful business.
Tie Cooper, Beauty Expert & Editor
Mychael Michelle, Celebrity Hairstylist
LeAna Alexander, Designer
Tahirah Carter, Licensed Cosmetologist, Brand Influencer
12:30 PM
Networking Break
1:00 PM
From Life to Reality: Live Session with Safaree
3:00 PM
Digital Career Transition
Aren’t you tired of the same work routine? It’s time for a change! Join Beauty Boss Juju as she shares how she balances being an entrepreneur, realtor, author and tv personality.
JuJu Realtor & Actress
Networking Break
Happy Hour
6:30 PM
RIDE Music Honors: OG Parker, LVRN, and Jazze Pha