What does it mean to learn, lead, and leave a legacy? New Memphis understands that the leaders of tomorrow are created in the classroom today through the transformative power of education. Empowering and educating youth is one way that our city continues forward momentum.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week, Memphis!

In this conversation with newly appointed Memphis Shelby County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Marie Feagins, we take a look at her plan, witness her passion, and hear examples of her "whole soul" leadership style.

Resources mentioned in this episode include:

• New Memphis Instagram
• New Memphis Stride program
• Nominate for Stride here
• New Memphis Educator of Excellence Award
• Dr. Feagins appointed as MSCS Superintendent
• Greater Memphis Chamber
• Greater Memphis Chamber Chairman's Circle
• Habitat for Humanity
• MSCS Infrastructure

Celebrate What's Right: A Conversation with the Superintendent was powered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee. Please note that this conversation originally took place to a sold-out audience on April 23, 2024.

This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

How do you continue to grow what you know? With 96 acres, 30 specialty gardens, and a brand new tropical plant house, Memphis Botanic Garden offers the people of all ages and interests opportunities for education, relaxation, and connection.

Olivia Wall and Gina Harris drop by to share how the Youth Education and Tropical Plant House is a unique regional asset and what role the gardens play in experiential learning for all.

Recourses mentioned in this episode include:

• Teacher Appreciation Week
• Teachers' Lounge on May 7
• Memphis Botanic Garden
• Specialty gardens
• Youth Education and Tropical Plant House
• Live at the Garden

This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

What does it really mean to champion your city? Tune in to today's conversation to hear how leaders are able to thrive in Memphis inside arenas, on fields, and most importantly, in their connections with others. Today's guests are Chandell Ryan from the Downtown Memphis Commission and Jason Mims from Memphis 901FC.

Resources mentioned in this episode include:

• Memphis 901FC
• Downtown Memphis Commission
• Our previous conversation with Chandell Ryan
• Cancer Kickers
• The Memphis Redbirds
• 100 North Main
• Sterick Building
• Brooks Museum of Art
• Renasant Convention Center
• Downtown Memphis Commission Instagram
• Memphis 901FC Instagram
• Tom Lee Park
• Birdies
• Memphis in May
• AAPI Heritage Month

This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.