BWEP | Business Women Empowerment Project, Inc. | The Power of Connections
13TH ANNUAL WOMEN ON THE MOVE SUMMIT™ 2026 IN ATLANTA
Where purpose meets power and leaders are equipped to pivot, grow, and thrive.
Join us as we gather extraordinary women entrepreneurs and creators from around the globe.
Opening Speaker
Dr. Kim McNair | Founder Business Women Empowerment Project, Inc.
Dr. Kim McNair is a respected business leader, strategic thinker, and catalyst for change whose work spans event production, marketing, media, and community development. As the Chief Executive Officer of Kim McNair Productions, LLC (KMP) and the Founder of the Business Women Empowerment Project, Inc. (BWEP), she has built two impactful platforms that empower entrepreneurs, elevate women in business, and serve underserved communities across the Southeast. With more than 30 years in business, Dr. McNair is known for producing and managing high-level, results-driven experiences—from corporate events and nonprofit galas to public-private initiatives and televised programs. Under her leadership, KMP has become a go-to firm for turnkey event planning, marketing campaigns, media production, and brand activations, working with municipalities, nonprofits, and corporate clients to deliver seamless execution and measurable results.
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Through BWEP, Dr. McNair created the Leadership Academy for High School Girls, which has mentored over 100 young women through programs in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, life skills, and technology. Her signature event, the Annual Women on the MOVE Summit, has impacted more than 20,000 women across Metro Atlanta and Middle Georgia, offering resources, education, and strategic networking opportunities for growth and visibility. ​Dr. McNair is a trusted voice in community engagement and economic empowerment, and she brings a unique ability to connect diverse audiences with purpose-driven programming. She is the former Executive Producer and Host of the Emmy-nominated television show Women on the MOVE Live!, where she amplified voices and stories that inspire leadership, innovation, and service.
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Recognized as one of Atlanta’s 50 Most Powerful Women (2024-2025), Dr. McNair holds certificates in Women in Leadership from Harvard Business School and Women’s Entrepreneurship from Cornell University. She has been honored by the Atlanta Business League, Odessa Chambliss Quality of Life Fund, and Who’s Who in Black Atlanta for her contributions to business and the community.
Looking ahead, Dr. McNair continues to build on her mission through The Power of the Pivot, a platform that helps individuals and organizations embrace change, realign with purpose, and move forward with clarity and strength. Her signature leadership philosophy—The KMP Mindset: Knowledge. Money. Power.—encourages bold action, strategic thinking, and generational impact.
Dr. Kim McNair is not just leading events—she’s leading movements.
Summit Moderator | Neisha Rogers
Media Specialist | Conversationalist
Neisha Rogers is a media strategist, communication coach, and the powerhouse behind Finding Your Niche with Neish—a podcast platform that helps people own their voice and provides strategies and practical tools to living a life of purpose. With over a decade in the broadcasting and production industry, Neisha has produced shows for major television networks, is highly sought-out for her transformative interviewing skills from national platforms like BET+, and has sat across from high-profile names such as T.I., Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Tamika D. Mallory, and 8-figure business earners and more for her ability to draw out substantial insight through conversation. Through her communication coaching programs, online courses, and full-service podcast production packages, Neisha helps female entrepreneurs go from overwhelmed and unclear to confident communicators with standout personal brands.
Special Guest Speakers and Panelist
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All-Male Leadership Panelists
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8:00 AM – 8:45 AM: Registration
Continental Breakfast | Networking
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Welcome
Dr. Kim McNair
9:30 AM - 9:45: AM
Motivational Moment | Dior Davis
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9:45 AM - 10:30 AM: Session One | The Business of You
"Building Your Brand, Expanding Your Influence & Positioning for Growth"​
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Panelist:
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Kelsey Matthews | Founder of Kelsey & Company Media
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Karlie Alexander | Salon Owner and Beauty Educator
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Dr. Deborah Johnson-Blake | CEO, The Writing Pad, LLC
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Tiera Richardson | Global Health Advocate and the Architect of Authorship
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Judge Keisha Wright-Hill | Chief Judge of Clayton County GA.
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Dr. Jennifer Sarrett | Founder of and Lead at Disruptive Inclusion
Description:
This session is designed to help attendees strengthen the most important asset they have—themselves. Panelists will share practical strategies for building a strong personal and professional brand, increasing visibility, expanding influence, and positioning for new opportunities. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or corporate professional, you'll gain insights on creating a lasting presence, growing your network, and strategically positioning yourself for long-term success.
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10:30 AM – 10:45: Break
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10:45 AM – 11:30 AM: Session Two
"Leading Through Change | Pivoting with Confidence, Strategy & Purpose"
Panelist:
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Cloteal LaBrio, Esq | Director of Goverment Relations Infrastructure with Microsoft
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Joi Hunt | Business Attorney Serial Entrepreneur, and Strategic Advisor
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Dr. Nikkia McClain | CEO of TENÉ NÍCOLE, Marketing and Public Relations Firm
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Tiana Burse | CEO and Co-Founder of District Media Press
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Nichole Harmon-Pointdujour | CEO of The Master Connector Agency
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Latricia Shepard | Founder of Accelarted Dimensions HR Executive and Leadership Strategist
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Description:
Join an esteemed panel of C-suite executives and senior corporate leaders as they share executive-level insights on leading through complexity, driving organizational growth, and making high-impact decisions in today's rapidly evolving business environment. This conversation will explore how successful leaders navigate uncertainty, build resilient teams, foster innovation, and execute strategic initiatives while remaining focused on long-term vision and measurable results. Attendees will gain practical leadership strategies and real-world perspectives from executives who are shaping the future of business and inspiring the next generation of leaders.​
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11:30 PM -12:00 PM: Microsoft Featured Workshop
"AI Advantage: Leveraging Copilot, Claude & ChatGPT to Grow Your Business"
12:00 PM -12:45 PM: Lunch Time
Take a break, enjoy a catered lunch, and continue the conversation by networking with business owners, entrepreneurs, corporate professionals, and emerging leaders.
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1:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Session Three
The All-Male Leadership Panel
"A Conversation with Leaders Shaping Business, Government & Community"
Description:
Join an accomplished panel of CEOs, senior executives, and public sector leaders as they engage in a candid conversation on leadership, vision, and the responsibility of driving meaningful impact. Drawing from their experiences across business, government, and community leadership, these distinguished leaders will share insights on navigating change, making strategic decisions, building high-performing organizations, and creating opportunities that strengthen our communities. Attendees will gain executive-level perspectives on leading with purpose, fostering collaboration, and leaving a legacy of service and innovation.
Panelist:
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Jay Bailey | President and CEO at H.J. Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs
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Walter Vinson | Assistant General Manager, Business Diversity and Government Affairs, Jackson-Hartsfield Atlanta Airport
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Greg Clay | Deputy Chief of Staff City of Atlanta
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David Shands | Founder and Host of the Podcast Summit
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Lavon Lewis | CEO The Creative Velocity
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1:30 PM -2:00 PM: TBD
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Closing Remarks, Photo, Networking
REGISTER NOW
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
Continental breakfast, catered lunch, an exclusive swag bag, executive panel discussions, a hands-on Microsoft AI Workshop,
high-level networking opportunities, door prizes, giveaways, and much more.
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VIP EXECUTIVE EXPERIENCE
Elevate your Summit™ experience with exclusive access to the WOTM Executive Lounge.Enjoy an elevated summit experience with priority seating, VIP check-in, exclusive Executive Lounge access, curated networking, a speaker meet-and-greet, and a premium gift.
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