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✨ We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible winners of the 2024 Radical Leadership Awards! These remarkable leaders are blazing new trails, lifting up communities, and inspiring change where it matters most. We celebrated the following award recipients, along with the rest of our magnificent nominees who are Doing The Most Good: Emerging Founder Award 🏆 wisdom mawusi - Founder of Black, Bold, Brilliant Co-Founder Collaboration Award: 🏆 Sarah Baso, Penny Erickson, Cindy Litwitz - Founders of Blackrock Exteriors Radical Pioneer Award: 🏆 Maia Maiden (aka Rah Fyah) - Director of Maia Maiden Productions Community Advocate Award: 🏆 Comfort Dondo - Executive Director of Phumulani Minnesota African Women against Domestic Violence Organizational Advancement Award: 🏆 Courtney Lewis Opdahl - Managing Editor, Experience Life magazine; Workforce Inclusion at Life Time Inc. 🥁 and finally, Radical Leaders of the Year: 🏆 Shawntera H. Hardy & Camille A. Thomas - Founders of Fearless Commerce Thank you to everyone who joined us for last week's Radical Leadership Summit & Awards - we're counting down the days until we do it all again next year. #RadicalLeadershipAwards2024

🎃✨ The final days of Witchmas are upon us! Ready to join a coworking community designed for belonging? Don’t miss your chance to snag our tote-ally wicked Witchmas satchel when you come in for a tour by the end of October! 👜 🕸️ Sign up for a new membership before 10/31 and get 10% off your entire first year of membership! Whether you choose Connect, Build, Grow, or a Team plan, we’ve got both annual and monthly options to fit your needs! ✨ 🔮 Ready to make some magic? Schedule a tour today before the end of the month and get in on our spooky season specials! Visit https://hubs.la/Q02V640j0 to get started.

Get ready for✨Building Power: Advancing Justice through Advocacy & Action, ✨powered by our wonderful partners at the Women's Foundation of Minnesota. Join Sana Wazwaz (she/her), Activist Playwright & Community Organizer for Palestinian Rights, Council Member Robin Wonsley (she/her) – Minneapolis’s first Black Democratic Socialist City Council Member, and @Hadija Steen Mills (they/she), Founding Director of the Healthcare Reparations Cooperative, as they explore the power of advocacy in driving social justice. Moderated by Michelle Tran Maryns (she/her), VP of Innovation & Strategic Communications at the Women’s Foundation of Minnesota, this panel discussion will dive into actionable strategies for advancing justice and building stronger, more empowered communities. Tickets to the Radical Leadership Summit are SOLD OUT! We're counting down the (6!) days until we gather at The Coven St. Paul to learn from and cheer on Radical Leaders in our community.

THRILLED to have the dynamic Miss Shannan Paul as our Emcee for our full day of festivities next Wednesday at the Radical Leadership Summit & Awards!

Next up in our Radical Leadership Summit lineup – Meet the panelists for “Creating Thriving Environments: Inspiring Change in Traditional Industries”: ✨ Alexis Rogers (she/her) – Multi-Emmy and Edward R. Murrow award-winning storyteller, Anchor & Community Manager at KARE 11, and founder of Lisa’s Girls, a leadership community for BIPOC women and girls. ✨ Katie Mattis Sarver (she/her) – A strategic visionary in community-driven innovation. With a robust background in professional sports, and banking industries, Katie carries her motto "Community development is business development." through her work centered on equity and partnership building. ✨ Taqee Khaled (he/him) – Co-Founder and COO of Imagine Deliver, Taqee is a leader in digital innovation and equity with over 20 years of experience across healthcare, tech, and public health, helping transform systems for more inclusive futures. Join us to hear how they’ve transformed traditional industries with cultures of equity, belonging, and innovation. Tickets are nearly gone! Head to https://hubs.la/Q02SLN8n0 to register for the October 23rd event! #RadicalLeadershipSummit

We are beyond excited to announce that Dr. Kade Goepferd (they/them) will be delivering the opening keynote at our Radical Leadership Summit on October 23rd! As the Chief Education Officer at Children’s Minnesota and Medical Director of the Gender Health Program, Dr. Goepferd has spent nearly two decades advancing equitable healthcare for children, particularly for transgender and gender-diverse youth. Their work with the LGBTQIA+ community has made a lasting impact, including launching the largest pediatric Gender Health Program in the region and serving as a powerful voice for inclusive, affirming healthcare. Dr. Goepferd’s advocacy has earned them numerous awards, including special recognition from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the HealthCare Heroes Award for Health Equity, and the Lavender Community Pride Award. With a TED talk on gender identity and a seat on the board of Rainbow Health, Dr. Goepferd continues to be a sought-after leader and speaker in LGBTQIA+ health and wellness. Join us at the Radical Leadership Summit to hear Dr. Goepferd’s insights on Driving Change when the Stakes are High. Register today (for free!) at https://hubs.la/Q02SmPHb0 #RadicalLeadership #LGBTQIAHealth #InclusiveLeadership #LeadershipSummit #ProtectTransKids #HealthcareEquity

🦄 Portfolio Company—The Coven—Shout out to The Coven for being awarded Gold in the Co-Workspace category by Twin Cities Business! 🏆 If you're looking for an inclusive and empowering space to work, connect, and thrive, check them out! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gXtmjnTG

✨WITCHMAS✨IS BACK through Oct. 31st. New Coven curious visitors who come in for a tour, or current members who summon a friend to the space will each receive: 🖤 Exclusive tote for witches on the go 🖤 A pen to jot down your good spells only 🖤 Stickers for the vibes Plus — Get 10% off your first year of co-working when you sign up for a Connect, Build, or Grow membership before 10/31! Learn more and schedule your tour at https://hubs.la/Q02RJPQy0.

Have you submitted your nomination for a Radical Leader yet? We need your help to spotlight the incredible changemakers in our community! We’re seeking nominations for outstanding leaders in the Twin Cities. You can nominate activists, social justice leaders, pioneers, founders, co-founders, or All-Around Radically Good People™ that you admire. Submit your nominations at https://hubs.la/Q02QZgl20 before 📣NOON this Friday, September 27th! ⌛ Q: Do I need to be a Coven member to submit a nomination? A: No, neither you nor your nominee need to be members of The Coven. We hope you can both join us for the Awards Celebration on October 23rd! Q: How are award winners selected? A: Our fantastic panel of judges will evaluate nominations based on three criteria: leadership, impact, and story. Nominees with the highest average scores in their category will be selected for awards. The overall highest-scoring nominee across all categories will receive our top honor— the Radical Leader of the Year Award. Q: Will I know if my nominee has been selected for an award? When are awards announced? A: Yes! We will notify you if your nominee is selected so you can both attend the Awards Celebration. Our six award winners will be announced at the event and will receive cash prizes. Once you’ve submitted your nominations, don’t forget to claim your free tickets to the full-day Radical Leadership Summit and Awards Celebration at The Coven St. Paul on October 23rd!

✨ Last Call for Community Funded Membership Applications! ✨ Emily Rose Duea, pictured with Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan celebrating at The Coven- St. Louis Park Grand Opening, is living proof of what’s possible when you step into the magic of The Coven. In 2018, Emily Rose joined The Coven with a Community Funded Membership, and is now the proud co-owner of her very own Coven location. She's been Doing The Most Good since the very beginning, bringing her passion for reading, connection, and unwavering inclusion of all lived experiences to our community. 👏 If you’ve ever considered a membership at The Coven, but haven’t been able to include it in your budget - we would be delighted to receive your application for a fully-funded, or reduced cost membership. The application questions include telling us your story and background, along with your goals and aspirations within the next year. Don’t miss this year’s opportunity! Head to https://hubs.la/Q02PJXCs0 to learn more and apply before Sunday, September 15th. 📷Photography by @BethanyBirnie