You are invited to the Corporate Volunteer Council (CVC) of Atlanta's Summer Quarterly Meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, August 13th from 10:00 a.m. to Noon at Warner Bros. Discovery's Atlanta office. Our topic is "Speak with Purpose: Centered Communication for Social Impact - A Public Speaking/Media Training for CSR Professionals."
The program will feature Charles Edwards, Jr. - Coaching Practice and DEI Team Lead, Multicultural Comms Advisor, Jackson Spalding.
Program Overview
In today’s rapidly evolving social landscape, the ability to communicate with clarity, authenticity, and impact is essential for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) professionals. “Speak with Purpose: Centered Communication for Social Impact” is a dynamic training experience designed to elevate the public speaking and media engagement skills of CSR leaders.
Led by Jackson Spalding’s Coaching Lead Charles Edwards, Jr., this session will empower participants to craft compelling narratives, navigate high-stakes conversations, and represent their organizations with confidence and cultural fluency. Through interactive coaching, real-world scenarios, and personalized feedback, attendees will leave with practical tools to amplify their voice and drive meaningful change.
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Enhance Executive Presence -Develop a confident, authentic speaking style that resonates with diverse audiences and stakeholders.
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Disseminate Purpose-Driven Messaging - Learn to articulate CSR initiatives with clarity, empathy, and strategic alignment to organizational values.
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Master Media Engagement - Gain tools to navigate interviews, press interactions, and public forums with poise and precision.
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Communicate Across Cultures - Build cultural intelligence and inclusive communication strategies that reflect today’s global and multicultural environment.
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Receive Personalized Coaching - Benefit from expert feedback and tailored guidance from Charles Edwards, Jr. to refine your communication style.
To make sure this session delivers what matters most to you, share your questions or thoughts in advance via our Slido link or by scanning the QR code below: https://app.sli.do/event/wH5mgXaKmBF1RmQnk9beJY/live/questions
Your input will help shape the conversation and ensure we meet the needs of every participant. If you agree with a comment someone has already posted, like it and it will rise to the top of the queue!

This session is appropriate for new as well as advanced CSR practitioners. You are welcome to invite colleagues, but please be sure to include them in your registration.
Warner Bros. Discovery is located at 1050 Techwood Drive, NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. Parking is limited to the first 45 registrants. Please consider carpooling or taking ride share (Rideshare drop-off address is at Gate 1). Coffee and light refreshments will be provided.
We look forward to seeing you!