The Men's Elevation Conference, presented by Step Forward, is a first-of-its-kind event in Cuyahoga County. It was an opportunity for men to come together and ignite a passion for growth through education, motivation, and celebration.
Topics throughout the one-day event included include financial literacy, entrepreneurship, physical and mental health, fatherhood and marriage and the importance of civic engagement.
I felt empowered by the openness and being understood as a man of color, feeling accepted, enrichment and encouragement.
I am grateful for the connections established, the information provided, the professionalism of each volunteer and the intentionality of the conference to help elevate men. Much gratitude to Step Forward!
The conference flowed seamlessly in all aspects! It was well organized and engaging.
Featured Speakers
Ahmaad Crump
Cleveland Cavaliers
Dr. Todd Kitchen
Tri-C Eastern Campus
LaRese Purnell
CLE Consulting
Al Grimes
The Fatherhood Initiative
Dr. Greg Hall
University Hospitals
Archie Green
The Cope Dealer
Jason Lockett Sr.
The Breadwinners Academy
Jerry Primm
CEO 360, Inc.
Andrew Newsome
G-PAC
John Hairston
Congressional District 11
Dr. Jacklyn A. Chisholm
Step Forward
Conference Planning Committee
Derek Cluse
Jerry Primm
Douglass Bennett
Christopher Kelly
LaRese Purnell
Cecil B. Lee
Saaid Mansour
Austin Sims
LaRese Purnell
Judge Michael J. Ryan
Nelson Pagan
Taylor Wilson
Thank you to our 2023 sponsors
