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[VIDEO] Al Duncan Delivers Soft Skills Training For Summer Work Program

2014-07-18T15:17:00.000-04:00

CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF-TV) - It was graduation day for a hundred young people who took part in a Summer Work program. That would be notable in itself..but these teens were considered "at-risk". It was a life changing experience for some...

"At Risk" Youth Rewarded After Six Week Program

Youth Summit Featuring Al Duncan Draws Hundreds

2014-05-01T11:02:00.000-04:00

WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. — Several hundred young people ages 16 to 24 from throughout the region turned out for the 2014 Westchester County Youth Workforce Summit.

The free event, in its third year, was held at the Crowne Plaza in White Plains on April 16 and featured an array of distinguished guests, including featured speaker Al Duncan, an award-winning youth advocate, publisher, and an internationally recognized motivational speaker who provided insightful tips on landing the right job and advancing one’s career.

“Your circumstances – good or bad – do not determine your outcome,” Duncan told the crowd. “Your choices do.”

Read the entire article:
Youth Summit in White Plains Draws Hundreds | White Plains, NY Patch

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WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. – A Youth Summit for young adults interested in finding employment will be held Wednesday, April 16, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in White Plains. “Youth Summit – Roadmap to your Future: Destination Success” will be held from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Men and women ages 1824 are invited to register for the event online.

The event is sponsored by The Business Council of Westchester, the WestchesterPutnam Investment Board and Berkeley College.

Al Duncan, a nationally acclaimed youth advocate, will facilitate an
interactive summit that includes:

Building Your Personal Brand
Speed Networking
Budgeting
Dressing for Success

Original article:

Youth Jobs Summit Set For Wednesday In White | The White Plains Daily Voice

Youth Advocate Delivers Closing Keynote Address At United Nations Event

2014-03-11T18:12:00.000-04:00

ATLANTA, GAThe 7th Annual Atlanta Committee on Teaching about the United Nations (CTAUN) was held in March of 2014 at Georgia State University’s College of Education. Conference attendees
discussed models for implementing and promoting positive youth programs that empower
and educate through a call to action.

Among the outcomes of the conference was the production of a document entitled “Youth in Danger: Strategies for Action—Locally and Globally”, which provided specific suggestions of actions that could be implemented, with a focus on empowering and improving situations for youth in the Southeast region of the United States. Keynote speakers included Hawa Diallo, the public information officer in the NGO Relations section of the UN’s Department of Public Information and Al Duncan, an award winning youth advocate and publisher.

Original CTAUN Newsletter (pdf)

Youth Advocate, Publisher Challenges Fifth-Graders To Make Good Choices

2014-02-27T11:53:00.000-05:00

From the Times and Democrat:

February 22, 2014 12:00 pm • By DIONNE GLEATON, T&D Staff Writer

Nearly 1,300 fifth-graders were recently offered some nuggets, but not of the chicken variety. These nuggets were given to inspire them to improve their character to become better people.

The fifth-graders converged at Claflin University’s Jonas T. Kennedy Health and Physical Education Center for the Orangeburg County Community of Character Initiative’s 12th annual Outstanding Character Recognition Program on Jan. 24.

A student from each of the county’s 17 elementary schools was honored for their winning essay on a character trait. The fifth-graders also received an inspiring message on character development from Al Duncan, president and chief executive officer of Decatur, Ga.-based Al Duncan Enterprises LLC. The mission of ADE is to help young people build a competitive advantage by providing evidence-based soft skills training to youth service organizations and institutions.

Duncan, an award-winning youth advocate, publisher and motivational speaker, said he offered the audience his own “Duncan Nuggets” on a few topics, including...

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Al Duncan Keynotes the 2014 Michigan Career Education Conference

2014-02-19T11:39:00.000-05:00

"The response to his keynote was so positive that we had more attendees go to Al's breakout session following his keynote than have ever before." —Alicia Frye, Senior Coordinator of Camps and Conferences, Ferris State University

2014 Keynote Speakers | Michigan Career Education Conference:

Al Duncan Keynotes 2013 Kansas State University Kickoff Convocation

2013-08-31T15:43:00.001-04:00

Join the K-State College of Business Ambassadors as they kickoff K-State's Professional Advantage program with this year’s keynote speaker Al Duncan. Mr. Duncan—an award-winning youth advocate, publisher, and international authority on soft skills—will talk about the steps necessary for students to start "Building A Competitive Advantage in the 21st Century."

The Kickoff Convocation is free to K-States students and will be held on Tuesday, September 10th. In addition to his keynote, Mr. Duncan will also be conducting two workshops and a book signing. The K-State College of Business Ambassadors are a select group of current College of Business Administration (CBA) students who represent the CBA and its students.

Original post: https://blogs.k-state.edu/kstatebusiness/professional-advantage-kickoff-event-featuring-al-duncan/

The Central Washington University Leadership Conference 2013

2013-03-27T07:45:00.000-04:00

Center for Leadership and Community Engagement | CWU Leadership Conference 2013:

Join the Center for Leadership and Community Engagement as we host CWU’s 5th Annual Leadership Conference. Guided by this year’s keynote speaker Al Duncan, the conference will feature the theme “Mission Possible: Agents of Success.”

Through his inspirational voice, Mr. Duncan will explain how success can be found in anyone and how every student can rise to be successful in whatever field they wish to pursue. To learn more about Mr. Duncan’s experience please visit http://www.alduncan.net/. Joining Mr. Duncan are some tremendous facilitators from both on and off the Central Washington University Campus. While many of these facilitators have specialized practices focused within the four colleges of Central Washington University, each is looking to have any student take away valuable professional development skills from their workshop, regardless of major.

The Conference is free to Central Washington University students and will be held on April 4th. Lunch will be provided to those who register by the March 29th deadline. The conference welcome will begin at 8:30 AM; concurrent sessions will begin at 9:00 AM and run throughout the day, ending at 4:00 PM. Students are welcome to register for any of the sessions that they are available to attend.

Al Duncan Enterprises, LLC Joins America’s Promise Alliance And Its Grad Nation Campaign

2013-03-08T08:38:00.000-05:00

Pascale Michel, Business Development Manager

1-888-810-4302 ext. 706

pascale [at] alduncan.net

Al Duncan Enterprises, LLC joins America’s Promise Alliance and its Grad Nation Campaign. At Home, in School and in our Communities Al Duncan Enterprises LLC Supports the Call to Reduce the High School Dropout Rate and Improve the lives of America’s Young People

ATLANTA, GA — March 8, 2013 — Today Al Duncan Enterprises, LLC announced they have become a partner of America’s Promise Alliance (America’s Promise) and will work with them to help reduce the nation’s high school dropout rate and ensure that America’s children and youth have the resources they need to lead healthy, successful lives.

The mission of Al Duncan Enterprises, LLC is to help young people turn unlimited potential into exceptional performance by providing evidence-based resources and solutions to youth serving organizations and institutions. This directly relates to the Five Promises outlined by America’s Promise, so the ADE team is excited about becoming a national partner.

Founded in 1997 with General Colin Powell as its founding chair, America’s Promise is the nation’s largest partnership dedicated to improving the lives of children and youth. Its strong national network of more than 400 partners is comprised of organizations representing all sectors of American life. Through America’s Promise, these partners are working together to end the dropout crisis and see that more children and youth experience the Five Promises in their lives—Caring Adults, Safe Places, A Healthy Start, Effective Education, and Opportunities to Help Others.

“Ensuring that our young people are equipped to perform at an exceptional level is a crucial component of ensuring the continued growth and prosperity of our great nation,” says Al Duncan, President & CEO. “We are excited to join with America’s Promise Alliance and all of its partners because they are leading the charge.”

As an official partner, ADE will support and take part in the work of America’s Promise to ensure that more of the nation’s young people experience the Five Promises and are prepared to finish high school prepared for college and the 21st century workforce. ADE will also be an active partner in supporting the work of the Grad Nation campaign, a large and growing movement of dedicated individuals, organizations and communities working together to end the dropout crisis. The goal of Grad Nation is to raise the national high school graduation rate to 90 percent by 2020, with no school graduating fewer than 80 percent of its students on time.

“Creating stronger communities where youth feel supported and encouraged is essential to America’s future strength and vitality,” said John Gomperts, president and CEO of America's Promise Alliance. “By coming together in common purpose, we demonstrate our commitment and the fact that we all have a role to play in the success of our children and youth, and we are infinitely more powerful as a united force. We’re thrilled that Al Duncan Enterprises, LLC has joined this movement.”

The work of America’s Promise includes signature initiatives like the 100 Best Communities for Young People competition and Grad Nation Communities. America’s Promise also supports and distributes numerous reports highlighting the latest research and data for communities and youth development practitioners. This includes the annual Building a Grad Nation report on the dropout crisis as well as resources on parental engagement, career exploration and communications. As a partner, ADE will have early access to all America’s Promise commissioned research, tools and information.

To learn more about America’s Promise Alliance, visit: www.americaspromise.org.

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Al Duncan Enterprises, LLC Partners With Essex District Attorney

2013-02-24T22:08:00.000-05:00

DANVERS, MA—On Tuesday, March 5, 2013 the Essex District Attorney's Office will partner with Al Duncan Enterprises, LLC to put on District Attorney Jonathan Blodgett's Youth Summit. Teams of five students (9th and 10th graders) and a faculty member from 60 area high schools will attend. The youth summit will be high energy, with evidence-based leadership training and will motivate students to "Be an Agent of Positive Change in Your School."

ADE will provide all programming and the curriculum for the summit. Al Duncan was also one of the keynotes speakers at the 10th Annual Essex County School Safety Conference.

8:00 am-11:30 am Doubletree Hotel. 50 Ferncroft Road Danvers, MA

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Al Duncan Keynotes the Georgia Collegiate Leadership Conference

2013-01-30T20:33:00.000-05:00

ATHENS, GA—Be inspiring! Be a catalyst of positive change on your campus! Be a leader! These are the basic ideas behind the 17th Annual Georgia Collegiate Leadership Conference... Activation Energy: The Chemistry of Leadership. We invite you to join us February 9th, 2013 to learn what it takes to be an inspiring leader and further develop the elements of leadership you already possess. A full day of keynote speakers, student and advisor-geared leadership workshops of your choosing, and networking opportunities awaits you.

15th Annual Wanda Hendricks-Bellamy Student Leadership Conference (WHBSLC)

2013-01-18T22:35:00.000-05:00

COLUMBIA, SC— Al Duncan keynotes the 15th Annual Wanda Hendricks-Bellamy Student Leadership Conference (WHBSLC). This was a South Carolina TRiO event.

The Dukes Foundation 10th Anniversary Gala and Awards

2013-01-10T10:33:00.000-05:00

Friday, Jan 11 7:00p
The Westin Buckhead Hotel (formerly the Suisshotel)
Atlanta, GA
The Gala & Awards ceremony will be held in the Grand ballroom at the Westin Buckhead Hotel on January 11, 2013 at 6 pm. This red carpet event will honor outstanding leaders and philanthropists.

The Keynote Speaker will be Al Duncan, an award-winning youth advocate, publisher, and internationally recognized authority on soft skills who travels the world “Equipping Young Minds For Exceptional Performance.™” The Dukes foundation is a youth mentoring program.

Al Duncan Keynotes Christmas Event For At-Risk Teens

2012-12-19T12:24:00.000-05:00

MARIETTA, GA - The room at the Paper Mill Grill in East Cobb was overflowing recently with seasonal good cheer as OK for Youth mentors and their spouses talked with their teenaged mentees. Many of the at-risk teens were dressed in suits and festive attire, ready for a special dinner and a message from one of their favorite speakers Al Duncan. Al is a genius at keeping his young audience laughing and attentive, while delivering a poignant message, not easily forgotten. His intensity, he says, comes from his own life experience, which strengthens his unique connection to youth.

This special Christmas Dinner was the 7th for Opportunity Knocks for Youth. The organization of some 25 mentors works with at-risk teens, mostly in Cobb County...

Read the rest here: Opportunity Knocks for Youth shows that gifts come in many forms...(East Cobb Patch)

MCC students attend fall leadership conference - Al Duncan Keynote Speaker

2012-11-27T17:25:00.000-05:00

DENVER, Colorado -- Nine students active in Phi Beta Lambda at McCook Community College recently attended the National Fall Leadership Conference in Denver. The keynote speaker was Al Duncan, an award-winning youth advocate, publisher, and internationally recognized authority on soft skills.

Read the rest: McCook Daily Gazette: Features: MCC students attend fall leadership conference (11/27/12):

Al Duncan and Former Atlanta Mayor Shirely Franklin speak at the Power Over Prejudice Summit

2012-10-20T10:07:00.000-04:00

ATLANTA, GA—October 9-10 over 700 students and 140 counselors from 75 middle schools in Metro Atlanta participated in the 17th Annual Power Over Prejudice Summit. The summit is an event foocused on dealing with prejudice and discrimination that raises student’s awareness about cultural, racial, ethnic, socio-economic and physical differences. Summit attendees will listen to dynamic keynote speakers and participate in workshops on bullying, prejudice, and discrimination.

This year's keynote speaker was Al Duncan. Special guest speakers included former Atlanta mayor, Shirley Franklin, Bill Nigut—Southeastern Director of the Anti-Defamation League, and Doug Shipman—CEO of the Center for Civil and Human Rights. For more information visit www.poweroverprejudice.org

[VIDEO] People To People on WSB-TV/Channel 2 Power Over Prejudice

Washington State Prevention Summit - Al Duncan - Youth Keynote Speaker

2012-10-15T17:09:00.000-04:00

The goal of the Washington State Prevention Summit is to provide an enriching and culturally competent training and networking opportunity for youth, volunteers and professionals working toward the prevention of substance abuse, violence and other destructive behaviors as well as integrating such prevention efforts with primary health care.

This year Al Duncan will be the keynote speaker for the youth track. He will also emcee the adult track and deliver a 90-minute workshop for the Adult Youth Advisors.

Peckham Hosts Renowned Youth Speaker Al Duncan to inspire Lansing Area Youth to Reach Potential

2012-09-14T17:58:00.000-04:00

Lansing, MI- Peckham, Inc. youth programs will host the “Rise and Thrive: From Potential to Performance” speaker session with renowned youth speaker Al Duncan.

This event is for youth involved in Peckham programs and will include high-school students from East Lansing, Lansing, Holt and Ingham Intermediate public school districts. The event will include two sessions, one for young men, and one for young women. Duncan will inspire and empower students in a fun, interactive session. He will speak candidly to students about avoiding negative influences and challenges and reaching their potential to become leaders and positively impact their environment.

Original press release (pdf)

FBLA-PBL National Fall Leadership Conferences - Al Duncan Closing Keynote Speaker

2012-09-04T11:29:00.000-04:00

Al Duncan, Closing Keynote Speaker:
Indianapolis, IN - Nov. 3, 2012
Denver, CO - Nov. 9, 2012

This November, prepare to embark on the quest of a lifetime! The 2012 National Fall Leadership Conferences (NFLCs) will spark your passion for FBLA-PBL and arm you with the tools you need to IGNITE INNOVATION in the coming year. Dynamic workshops, keynote speakers, endless networking opportunities, and three great venues, Indianapolis, Denver and Charlotte. Come network, learn, and interact with other future business leaders. Visit the exhibits for information about universities and colleges, new technologies, and fund-raising opportunities.

Al Duncan Keynotes Savannah State GEAR UP Program Summer Awards Luncheon

2012-07-18T16:22:00.001-04:00

SAVANNAH, GA—Savannah State University GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) held its summer awards banquet on Friday, July 8, 2012 at Johnny Harris Banquet Hall. In addition to musical selections, poems, and dance performances by the program participants, students were given special awards and recognition for outstanding achievements in their core and elective classes.

Internationally renowned youth advocate and publisher, Al Duncan, was the keynote speaker. Duncan proved to be very adept at keeping the students engaged with his Duncan Nuggets®. "Failure is only permanent if you quit," he told the students as he shared his story of growing up in a socio-economically disadvangeted neighborhood in North Philadelphia to becoming a professional musician and giving it all up to raise his 12 yr. old brother.

Program Director, Mrs. Tamara Waterman congratulated the students, praised her staff for the incredible effort they put forth and she thanked the parents for allowing GEAR UP to be part of their children's lives.

View pictures from the event here:
Savannah States GEAR UP Program at Johnny Harris | savannahnow.com:

[VIDEO] Al Duncan - Attitudes For Success Conference Oregon State University 4-H - Testimonials

2012-03-09T12:32:00.000-05:00

Testimonials from students and staff after Al Duncan's keynote address and breakout session at the Attitudes For Success Conference (Oregon State University 4-H).

Annual Essex County School Safety Conference featuring Dr. Robyn Silverman and Al Duncan

2012-03-01T00:25:00.000-05:00

Original: http://www.mass.gov/essexda/brochure.pdf

[VIDEO] Al Duncan - Wejgwapniag First Nations School - Quebec, Canada - Testimonials

2012-02-22T00:51:00.000-05:00

Hundreds of students, parents, community leaders, and Post-Secondary Educational Institutions, from across Quebec and New Brunswick, flocked to Galgosiet Community Hall on the Gesgapegiag Native American Reservation to attend the first annual Education Fair (hosted by Wejgwapniag School) featuring keynote speaker Al Duncan.

Saint Leo University eNews | MLK Day Speaker, Al Duncan

2012-02-21T17:11:00.000-05:00

Saint Leo University eNews | MLK Speaker, Al Duncan:

University Campus students were able to spend valuable time on Martin Luther King Jr. Day hearing from one of the nation's up-and-coming youth empowerment advocates, Al Duncan. Duncan easily engaged campus students in a give-and-take on the qualities needed for true leadership. Above all other characteristics, Duncan believes the power of choice––exercised daily––is indispensable. "Choice is the steering wheel for your life," he said. "You have a choice to exhibit exceptional service to other people." Each day, he likes to ask himself: "What do you know that you could be using to make your life or someone else's life better?"

Duncan, now 39, recalled the story of how his life shifted at age 24. He was then enjoying a carefree lifestyle as a professional saxophone player, but on a more serious level was also reconnecting with the written works of Frederick Douglass and Dr. King. Then one day he received a disturbing call from his mother, back in the dangerous inner-city Philadelphia neighborhood where he had grown up. Duncan's younger brother, only 12 at the time, was headed for trouble. He returned home to stay with the family and help, but determined he couldn't shield his younger sibling from the violence of the neighborhood.

So the two relocated to Atlanta, and at 24, Duncan took on the responsibility of getting a new place, finding a new line of work, and raising his 12-year-old brother. Although challenging, it all turned out for the best. Consequently, the advice he shares with young people who have grown up in a celebrity-oriented media culture is this: "Leadership is about much more than what you do when you're in the spotlight. It's about what you do when you're on the spot."

Al Duncan - FBLA Colorado District 1 Conference - Testimonials

2012-02-10T23:38:00.000-05:00

[VIDEO]

Testimonials from members after Al Duncan's keynote address and workshop at the 2012 FBLA Colorado District 1 Conference.

"Mr. Duncan, Thank you SO much for flying in all the way from Georgia to speak to the Colorado FBLA District 1 members. I hope your wise words travel with them as they embark on the journey of the rest of their lives. Thank you very much for everything! You're awesome! Much love! ♥"

-Kae, District 1 Vice President

Al Duncan - Delta Epsilon Iota AHS Induction Ceremony - Testimonials

2012-02-04T07:26:00.000-05:00

[VIDEO]

Testimonials from leadership and members after Al Duncan's keynote address at the 2012 induction ceremony for Delta Epsilon Iota Academic Honor Society's Nu Delta Chapter at Georgia State University.