Chris Jones's Latest Articles
Virtual event centers vulnerability of inmates amid COVID-19, features Martin Luther King III
Today at 10:30 a.m. and continuing into afternoon: Day of Empathy is a state-based and nationwide event focused on criminal justice reform. This year's event has gone virtual and will focus on the vulnerability of inmates amid COVID-19. Join speakers including Martin Luther King III, Alyssa Milano, and Van Jones.
Memphis entrepreneurs can launch their dream company during the Summer of Acceleration
The Summer of Acceleration provides training, customer research, and seed money for entrepreneurs and startups in technology-related fields including medical device manufacturing, supply chain management, logistics, and smart city technologies. The deadline to apply is March 23.
Memphis nonprofits ask, “Are we inclusive? Are we equitable?”
With the help of Beloved Community, a group of local nonprofits have been examining their own internal practices and community-centered programs to improve inclusivity, diversity, authenticity, and equity.
Memphis Challenge gets down for a cause with first ever dance-a-thon fundraiser
For 30 years, Memphis Challenge has helped high-performing students of color by connect them to the nation’s most elite colleges and universities. It's serious business, but there's always time for dancing.
BOXLOT showing early success, gearing up for holiday season
BOXLOT, The Edge's new micro-retailing concept, opened in September but is showing early signs of success. Next it preps for its first holiday market November 22 and 23.
