TjaMeika Purnell Davenport

“Caregivers: Plan to be one, Plan to need one”

TjaMeika Purnell Davenport Together with her spouse, she parents several children with special healthcare needs, including a 20-year-old daughter with a rare and complex genetic condition.

She’s a Parent Navigator at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C., providing peer-to-peer support and guidance to parents of children with medical complexity. Her extensive volunteer work includes serving as a Parent Advisor and former Co-Chair of the Children’s National Patient and Family Advisory Council. She also contributes her lived expertise to the hospital’s Older Patient Committee and the Executive Committee for Clinical Ethics.

TjaMeika’s commitment to advocacy extends beyond the hospital setting. She has spent more than 17 years volunteering with The Arc of Prince George’s County and The Parents’ Place of Maryland, in addition to engaging in local, state, and national advocacy efforts within the developmental disability community.

She is a 2023 recipient of the Global Leadership Forum’s Human Values Award in Healthcare, an alumna of the Maryland Partners in Policymaking program, a former member of the Got Transition National Advisory Board, and was an inaugural Family Trainee for the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) program at Kennedy Krieger Institute.

Dr. BJ Paige

“A Chance and A Choice“

Dr. BJ Paige is a nationally recognized Workforce Development Consultant, specializing in empowering postsecondary youth and those who serve them.

With a diverse skill set as a Motivational Influencer, Master Workshop Facilitator, Author, and Career Coach, he has earned numerous accolades for his dedication to serving at-risk and underserved youth and young adults.

Based in the DC Metro area, BJ has been honored with the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals 2025 Youth Workforce Professional of the Year. He has the Inaugural Social Justice Trailblazer Award from the Washington Commanders and G-Unity Foundation, and has made significant contributions to society in various other impactful ways.

As a former troubled youth himself, Dr BJ Paige continues to express his strengths in the space of mentorship and career exploration with his mentor program with high school students in some of the most underserved communities in the DC metropolitan area.

Jenn Pak

“Design for Direction, Not Decoration“

Jenn Pak is a creative powerhouse with 15+ years of bringing bold ideas to life across digital communications, branding, and multimedia. Armed with an MFA in Digital Media from Full Sail University and dual bachelor’s degrees in Advertising and Graphic Design, Jenn is where sharp strategy meets serious creative flair.

As a Creative Director, Jenn leads dynamic teams, turning big visions into beautiful, brand-aligned content. She speaks fluent Adobe Creative Cloud, she codes like a pro, and has a sharp eye for UX design, motion graphics, and visual storytelling.

From WordPress wizardry and SEO smarts to camera-ready photography and pixel-perfect design, Jenn knows how to make brands pop and audiences pay attention. She’s all about mixing creative energy with thoughtful strategy to spark real results.

At the heart of her work she believes that strong visuals and thoughtful messaging have the power to inspire, educate, and motivate.

Ashley Viagbo

“The Distance Between Us: Why Immigration is Everyone’s Story“

Ashley Viagbo is a Development Administrator at The Arc Prince George’s County, where she helps raise critical resources to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Her passion for advocacy has led her to speak before the Montgomery County Council to help secure funding for local libraries and to champion legislation during her time as an intern in the Maryland General Assembly with Senator Guy Guzzone.

Alongside her professional work, Ashley is pursuing ministry training and serves in her church alongside her husband, using her gifts of storytelling and connection to inspire others in their faith. She is also passionate about engaging young people in philanthropy, helping the next generation discover their own role in service and community impact.

Born into a Sierra Leonean family that was separated for eight years, Ashley now shares her journey to shed light on the lasting effects of child separation and the power of family. A proud Maryland native, she finds joy in the Lord, meaningful conversations, and a good story—whether on screen or on the page.

Olu Todunke

“Colonizing Compassion“

Olu Todunke – TEDx Speaker | Certified Family Life Practitioner | Advocate for Compassionate Change

Todunke is a certified Family Life Practitioner, healthcare administrator, educator, and advocate with a powerful voice for holistic family wellbeing and generational healing. With a rich background working across healthcare and human development, she brings over a decade of experience helping families navigate conflict, build emotional resilience, and restore meaningful connections.

Her work is rooted in deep compassion, especially for children, at-risk youth, and individuals with intellectual and developmental challenges. Todunke’s approach blends evidence-based practices with culturally grounded wisdom, offering practical support to parents, caregivers, and entire communities.

Tonight she is going to boldly challenge the dominant narratives surrounding African children and families. She asserts that true compassion begins not with charity, but with humility—with the willingness to listen, to relinquish control of the story, and to allow those who live the experience to lead the conversation. “The story of the African child,” she says, “has been told too often by those who don’t live it.”

Her core belief is simple yet profound: when individuals heal, families heal; when families heal, communities are strengthened—and the world becomes a more compassionate place.

Nnena Wilson

“Kindness – A Small Act“

Nnena Wilson holds an Associate’s Degree in Journalism from Prince George’s Community College. She joined The Arc of Prince George’s County in 2019 as part of the Community Supports Department. With a passion for writing and fostering meaningful relationships, Nnena became actively involved with Arc News, interviewing internal and external stakeholders within the disability community. Her commitment to advocacy blossomed when she was invited to join The Arc of Prince George’s County Board as a self-advocate. In addition to her board work, Nnena is a contracted facilitator for the Ready at 21 and Ready for Advocacy programs, helping empower individuals with disabilities to find their voice and advocate for their rights. Nnena is also a dedicated advocate at the legislative level, regularly lobbying in Annapolis to promote and protect disability rights. Through her ongoing efforts, she strives to raise awareness, amplify voices, and foster a more inclusive and understanding community for individuals with disabilities.

Dr. Dan Young

“Contribution Is The New Consumption“

is a serial entrepreneur, educator, and three‑time TEDx speaker dedicated to transforming how people think about wealth, work, and giving. As the founder of GiveALatte , an award‑winning app that turns everyday spending habits into acts of generosity, Dan helps nonprofits engage a new generation of digital givers while inspiring individuals to move from consumption to contribution. His career bridges academia and social impact, having served as a Wharton director and longtime organizer of TEDxWilmington , where he’s helped hundreds of changemakers share ideas worth spreading. Through his ventures—including Kairos Class and Ready Speaker One—Dan empowers people to build purpose‑driven prosperity and create generational wealth that goes beyond money.