2nd Keynote, Fifth Annual Athene Black & Brown Business Summit

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Second Keynote Announced for Fifth Annual Athene Black & Brown Business Summit

 The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) has announced Kely Nascimento as the second keynote speaker for the Fifth Annual Athene Black & Brown Business Summit, presented by Wells Fargo.

Nascimento is co-founder and chief impact officer of Hadaf Global, which helps organizations worldwide inspire change through the universal language of sports. Her work focuses on fostering cultural connections, building international partnerships and advancing sustainable development. Nascimento has rich experience uniting the world through the power of sports and storytelling and has lectured at institutions like Harvard, Yale, and NYU.

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“We are thrilled to welcome Kely Nascimento to the keynote lineup for the upcoming Athene Black & Brown Business Summit,” said Katherine Harrington, president and CEO of the WDM Chamber. “Nascimento has a powerful message and will undoubtedly inspire new innovative ideas that will drive progress in our community and beyond.”

Nascimento also produced and directed Warriors of a Beautiful Game, a feature documentary on women’s soccer that is slated to be released this year. She serves on the advisory boards for Global Goals World Cup, The True Athlete Project, LEAD Africa, and Gondwana FC, and is on the board of directors for the Beyond Sport Foundation. Nascimento also serves as an ambassador for Laureus Sports for Good.

Nascimento will speak at the event on April 16, 2025, at the Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel. Attendees can expect practical discussions, dynamic speakers, engaging workshops, and ample networking opportunities. Nascimento’s attendance at the Athene Black & Brown Business Summit is made possible through a partnership with Krause Group and Musco Lighting.

“Athene has proudly supported this summit for the past four years, and we are so grateful for the caliber of our keynote speakers,” said Angela Jackson, senior vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Athene.

Those interested in attending the Athene Black & Brown Business Summit can learn more and register at BBBSummit.com

About the Athene Black & Brown Business Summit
The Athene Black & Brown Business Summit is an annual event dedicated to providing a platform for Black and Brown professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders to share insights, inspire change, and foster connections. The summit serves as a catalyst for growth, empowerment, and collaboration within the community.

About Athene
Athene is a leading retirement services company with over $350 billion of total assets as of September 30, 2024, and operations in the United States, Bermuda, Canada, and Japan. Athene is focused on providing financial security to individuals by offering an attractive suite of retirement income and savings products and also serves as a solutions provider to corporations. For more information, please visit www.athene.com.

About the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce
The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, established in 1924, is a dynamic organization dedicated to championing all things West Des Moines. With a focus on strengthening local businesses, providing personalized resources, and attracting a top-tier workforce, the Chamber aims to position WDM as the best suburban city in America. Celebrating a century of excellence, the Chamber boasts a diverse community of over 900 members, offering something for everyone. Explore the possibilities, learn more about the chamber, and discover how you can get involved in shaping the future of West Des Moines at wdmchamber.org.

For press inquiries, contact Everett Mullican at everett@wdmchamber.org or (515) 447-1010.

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