What he said 🔽
Executive Search | Board Chair @ L.A.U.N.C.H for Life | Former CIO | James Madison University Alum | RVA
This may have been the best moment of the Olympics. And very timely as we wrapped up our 4th annual L.A.U.N.C.H for Life camp growing our mentoring family last week. 16-year-old Quincy Wilson faced a tough moment leading off the 4x400 qualifier. The team had his back and still qualified. Vernon Norwood showed up in THE best way—lifting him up, embracing him, and reminding him of his worth. Too often, young men (and women) are told they are "bad" and not good enough despite their circumstances and challenges. Even the interviewer after the race pushed him on his race performance. This image is what true mentorship looks like and something we reinforced in mentor training and during camp last week as we grew our family of mentees and mentors. At LAUNCH, we’re committed to guiding young men who need positive male role models, especially when they doubt themselves, proving they are more than enough. Give us a follow to see our work in action and get involved if you are able. #MentorshipMatters #Positivity #LAUNCHforLife #mentoring #youthempowerment