Thank you to all of those that made the event a huge success. Through the generosity of our supporters, we raised over $155,000 to support the ongoing work of Levine Museum of the New South.
If you weren’t able to attend the event and would like to give, please click here. If you would like to view the Moving Forward, Looking Back documentary that was released at the event, please click here to view.
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We are honored to welcome a distinguished panel of Charlotte leaders, including:
Clarence Armbrister, Past President of Johnson C. Smith University
Kieth Cockrell, President of Bank of America, Charlotte
Malcomb Coley, Central Region Private Leader at Ernst & Young
Dan Lugo, President of Queens University
Mark Reed, Managing Director of the John M. Belk Endowment
The evening will feature a compelling short documentary chronicling their journey to Alabama, including visits to Selma and the Legacy Museum. Following the screening, our panelists will share their reflections and insights, offering a unique perspective on the transformative power of these historic sites.
You will also learn how you too can engage deeply with history and help shape a brighter future. Together, we can ensure that history continues to educate, inspire, and bring communities together.
Catalyst 2025 Sponsors
GOLD
Liz & Walker Simmons
SILVER
Sallie & Derick Close
BRONZE
TABLE SPONSORS
Clarence Armbrister, Felicia & Jimmy Gardner, Rosalyn & David Jacobs, Kate & David Maynard, Mollie & Tyler Niess, Lindsay & Ryan Rich, Mark Reed
Clarence Armbrister, Past President of Johnson C. Smith University
Clarence Armbrister, Past President of Johnson C. Smith University
Kieth Cockrell, President of Bank of America, Charlotte
Malcomb Coley, Central Region Private Leader at Ernst & Young
Dan Lugo, President of Queens University
Mark Reed, Managing Director of the John M. Belk Endowment
