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2022 Neighborhood Leadership Summit

The 2nd-annual Neighborhood Leadership Summit is Nextdoor's premier online event, built in appreciation of, and for, the most critical members of our community: Neighborhood Leads, Makers, Reviewers, and Welcomers.

This year's event focuses on building kindness through connection. Join us Saturday October 8th to hear from a group of incredible experts and community leaders from all over the world. WNBA champion and entrepreneur, Tamika Catchings will help open the event with a candid conversation on How to be a Team Player for Your Community, and we'll close the event with a conversation with Emmy award-winning host, journalist, producer, and author, Lisa Ling.

We cant wait to see you there!

Speakers
Tamika Catchings
Tamika Catchings
WNBA Champion & Entrepreneur @ Catchings Enterprises
Lisa Ling
Lisa Ling
Executive Producer and Host of This Is Life @ CNN
Sarah Friar
Sarah Friar
CEO @ Nextdoor
Dr. Jean Accius
Dr. Jean Accius
Senior Vice President, Global Thought Leadership @ AARP
Talisha Bekavac
Talisha Bekavac
Executive Vice President @ United States Black Chambers (USBC)
Colina Elizabeth Cole
Colina Elizabeth Cole
Owner @ Communication Eliminating Conflicts
Edu Giansante
Edu Giansante
Founder and CEO @ E-Dublin
Anika Gupta
Anika Gupta
Author @ How to Handle a Crowd
Ashley Gurvitz
Ashley Gurvitz
Executive Director and CEO @ United Northeast Community Development Corporation
Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad
Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad
Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience @ Brigham Young University
Prakash Janakiraman
Prakash Janakiraman
Co-Founder, Chief Architect, Head of DEIB @ Nextdoor
Dr. Michelle Lim
Dr. Michelle Lim
Scientific Chair & Chairperson @ Ending Loneliness Together
Valencia Martin
Valencia Martin
Neighborhood Lead @ Orlando, FL
Ashley Maylott
Ashley Maylott
Co-Founder @ Two Chicks Investments
Missy Maylott
Missy Maylott
Co-Founder @ Two Chicks Investments
Joel Meares
Joel Meares
Editor-in-Chief of Internal Platforms @ Google
Laura Nestler
Laura Nestler
VP of Community @ Reddit
Adam Smiley Poswolsky
Adam Smiley Poswolsky
Author, Speaker @ Workplace Belonging Expert
Emily Ramshaw
Emily Ramshaw
Co-founder and CEO @ The 19th
Jennie Sager
Jennie Sager
Head of Australia @ Nextdoor
Que Wimberly
Que Wimberly
Owner @ Missing Brick Pizza
 Aaron Zamost
Aaron Zamost
Founder @ Background Partners
Caty Kobe
Caty Kobe
Head of Community @ Nextdoor
Tamika Catchings
Tamika Catchings
WNBA Champion & Entrepreneur @ Catchings Enterprises
Lisa Ling
Lisa Ling
Executive Producer and Host of This Is Life @ CNN
Sarah Friar
Sarah Friar
CEO @ Nextdoor
Dr. Jean Accius
Dr. Jean Accius
Senior Vice President, Global Thought Leadership @ AARP
Talisha Bekavac
Talisha Bekavac
Executive Vice President @ United States Black Chambers (USBC)
Colina Elizabeth Cole
Colina Elizabeth Cole
Owner @ Communication Eliminating Conflicts
Edu Giansante
Edu Giansante
Founder and CEO @ E-Dublin
Anika Gupta
Anika Gupta
Author @ How to Handle a Crowd
Ashley Gurvitz
Ashley Gurvitz
Executive Director and CEO @ United Northeast Community Development Corporation
Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad
Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad
Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience @ Brigham Young University
Prakash Janakiraman
Prakash Janakiraman
Co-Founder, Chief Architect, Head of DEIB @ Nextdoor
Dr. Michelle Lim
Dr. Michelle Lim
Scientific Chair & Chairperson @ Ending Loneliness Together
Valencia Martin
Valencia Martin
Neighborhood Lead @ Orlando, FL
Ashley Maylott
Ashley Maylott
Co-Founder @ Two Chicks Investments
Missy Maylott
Missy Maylott
Co-Founder @ Two Chicks Investments
Joel Meares
Joel Meares
Editor-in-Chief of Internal Platforms @ Google
Laura Nestler
Laura Nestler
VP of Community @ Reddit
Adam Smiley Poswolsky
Adam Smiley Poswolsky
Author, Speaker @ Workplace Belonging Expert
Emily Ramshaw
Emily Ramshaw
Co-founder and CEO @ The 19th
Jennie Sager
Jennie Sager
Head of Australia @ Nextdoor
Que Wimberly
Que Wimberly
Owner @ Missing Brick Pizza
 Aaron Zamost
Aaron Zamost
Founder @ Background Partners
Caty Kobe
Caty Kobe
Head of Community @ Nextdoor
Agenda
7:00 PM
7:10 PM
Opening / Closing

Welcome to NLS 2022!

We're so thrilled to welcome you all to the 2022 Neighborhood Leadership Summit! In this quick, 5-minute session, Nextdoor's Head of Community, Caty Kobe, will share everything you need to know to get the most out of your afternoon.

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Caty Kobe
7:10 PM
7:20 PM
Keynote

2022 State of the Neighborhood

As we all have collectively experienced throughout the last three years, the places where we live can be a shining light for hope, inclusion and helping each other out during challenging times. In our opening session, Nextdoor's CEO Sarah Friar will take a few moments to walk us through the neighborhood trends we've seen in 2022, and share powerful stories about the impact you all have made in your respective communities this year.

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Sarah Friar
7:20 PM
8:00 PM
Fireside Chat

How to be a Team Player for Your Community

Tamika Catchings, former WNBA player, small business owner, and non-profit founder will sit down with Nextdoor's co-founder and CTO, Prakash Janakiraman, to share about the her time in the WNBA and what it really means to be a true team player, the 'why' behind starting a foundation focused on youth empowerment, her interest in becoming a small business owner, and the overall importance of servicing as a leader in her community.

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Prakash Janakiraman
Tamika Catchings
8:05 PM
8:40 PM
Panel Discussion

Loneliness as a Public Health Crisis, Connection for a Cure

In 2020, US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy named loneliness as a public health crisis. Loneliness impacts our physical and mental health and decreases our longevity. As the Covid-19 pandemic shifts to the endemic stage, how do we decrease loneliness and rebuild our connections? Our experts will share statistics, tips and stories that help destigmatize loneliness, inspire real life connections and share ways that neighbors can safely reconnect with each other.

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Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad
Dr. Jean Accius
Adam Smiley Poswolsky
Dr. Michelle Lim
8:05 PM
8:40 PM
Panel Discussion

Panel Discussions on Stage 2 and Stage 3

Please join the panel discussions, taking place on stage 2 and stage 3 during this time.

Stage 2: Loneliness as a Public Health Crisis, Connection for a Cure

Stage 3: Storytelling for Inspiration and Communication

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8:05 PM
8:40 PM
Panel Discussion

Storytelling for Inspiration and Communication

The National Storytelling Network defines storytelling as the interactive art of using words and actions to reveal elements and images of a story while encouraging the listener's imagination. Hear from three experts who use the art of storytelling to engage audiences, communicate ideas, and educate, influence and inspire others to take action.

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Emily Ramshaw
Edu Giansante
Joel Meares
Valencia Martin
8:40 PM
8:55 PM
Break

Networking & Resource Break

Use this time to meet other Neighborhood Team members in the Roundtables or 1:1 Match, or visit the Resources section for Nextdoor product information.

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8:40 PM
8:55 PM
Break

Networking & Resource Break

Use this time to meet other Neighborhood Team members in the Roundtables or 1:1 Match, or visit the Resources section for Nextdoor product information.

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8:40 PM
8:55 PM
Break

Networking & Resources Break

Use this time to meet other Neighborhood Team members in the Roundtables or 1:1 Match, or visit the Resources section for Nextdoor product information.

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8:55 PM
9:35 PM
Panel Discussion

Hosting Hard Conversations

Differing opinions, communication styles, life experiences, and political affiliations can make it difficult to relate to others. These differences can cause disconnection and create room for others to feel attacked, criticized, or too uncomfortable to have difficult conversations with others. Our experts will discuss how to engage in controversial or difficult conversations with empathy, understanding, and respect.

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 Aaron Zamost
Anika Gupta
Laura Nestler
Colina Elizabeth Cole
8:55 PM
9:35 PM
Panel Discussion

Intertwined: Small Business and Community

Small businesses shape the identity and culture of a community, while creating jobs, and stimulating local economies. Hear from three small business owners who will share their experience with the symbiotic relationships their small businesses have with communities and why they need each other to thrive.

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Talisha Bekavac
Ashley Gurvitz
Ashley Maylott
Missy Maylott
Que Wimberly
8:55 PM
9:35 PM
Panel Discussion

Panel Discussions on Stage 2 and Stage 3

Please join the panel discussions, taking place on stage 2 and stage 3 during this time.

Stage 2: Intertwined: Small Business and Community

Stage 3: Hosting Hard Conversations

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9:35 PM
9:50 PM
Break

Networking & Resource Break

Use this time to meet other Neighborhood Team members in the Roundtables or 1:1 Match, or visit the Resources section for Nextdoor product information.

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9:50 PM
10:30 PM
Fireside Chat

Building Kindness Through Connection

Nextdoor's Head of Australia, Jennie Sager, sits down with award-winning journalist and producer, Lisa Ling, for in intimate conversation on how she's seen the art of storytelling and hard conversations repair relationships and build connection across the globe.

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Lisa Ling
Jennie Sager
10:30 PM
10:35 PM
Opening / Closing

Closing

Caty will share a quick event wrap up, including details on post-event resources and networking.

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Caty Kobe
10:35 PM
11:00 PM
Break

**OPTIONAL: Networking & Resources

The event will remain open until 4pm PST // 7pm EST for additional networking and education. This is optional to attend!

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Sponsors
Register for the Inclusive Moderation course
Facilitating Hard Conversations: A Kind Guide
Where Kindness Lives
Opportunity Finance Network (OFN)
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