Reflections on Ascend2020

When I was younger, I played the game "Never Have I Ever."



I think back on that time wondering where the time has



passed and reflecting on my accomplishments. I can easily



say today that "Never Have I Ever" been so enriched by a 



group of motivated and intelligent thought leaders as I was



with my Ascend2020 collective. From the emotional 



thoughtfulness of our resident psychologist to the solidly



build wisdom from a construction sage, I learned not just 



about how to structure my life for entrepreneurship but I



I also was able to get sound insights for work life balance.



Perhaps, though, what I gained mostly through this 



experience is the elevating power of networks, the 



strength of carbon-chain learning, and the individual beauty



and perspective that each of us can manifest when provided



the platform. Business owners of not, we all bring unique



gifts to the table of life; there is a seat at this table for 



everyone. Let us remember to create spaces for people to



shine and show value, regardless of sex, race, or 



physical ability and pause long enough to bathe in  



each other's glow. This is the true essence of ascension. 



To the programers on #Ascend2020 - thank you for 



​for bringing this to life.