WASHINGTON, May 2, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- 1863 Ventures proudly announces that our esteemed
Founder and General Partner, Melissa L.
Bradley, has been honored with the prestigious John Carroll Award. The accolade was presented
during the 72nd Annual John Carroll Weekend at the Royal Dublin
Society in Dublin, Ireland on
April 20, 2024.
1863 Ventures Founder and General Partner
Melissa Bradley, Honored with Prestigious John Carroll Award
Melissa Bradley, a trailblazer in
the entrepreneurial community and a distinguished alumna of
Georgetown University, has consistently
demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing New Majority
entrepreneurs. Under her leadership, 1863 Ventures has become a
pivotal platform, propelling small businesses from high potential
to high growth. Her expertise is further evidenced by her roles on
the board of Eat the Change, and as a trustee of the Nathan
Cummings Foundation. Additionally, Melissa contributes her insights
to several influential groups including the Milken Institute DEI in
Asset Management Initiative and the Goldman Sachs' One Million
Black Women Advisory Council.
Created in 1950 by the Georgetown
University Alumni Association, the John Carroll Awards are
bestowed annually to select graduates who exemplify outstanding
service to their community and dedication to the university. The
awards celebrate individuals who, through their achievements,
uphold the prestigious legacy of Georgetown's founder, reflecting greatly upon
the university.
Bradley's academic role as a Professor of the Practice at the
McDonough School of Business at Georgetown
University further underscores her commitment to education
and mentorship in entrepreneurship. Her accolades include the
Entrepreneurship Faculty Excellence Award, the Joseph F. LeMoine Award for Undergraduate and
Graduate Teaching Excellence, the Peter W.
Gonzalez, Jr. Award for Excellence in Adjunct Faculty
Teaching, and The Ideas Worth Teaching Award from the Aspen
Institute.
This year's John Carroll Weekend offered over 1,000 alumni and
guests a rich program featuring tours, lectures, and exclusive
receptions in Dublin, providing a
unique opportunity to connect with fellow alumni and thought
leaders.
1863 Ventures invites all who aspire to learn from Melissa Bradley to join us at our upcoming
Founder to CEO Summit. This event will provide invaluable insights
into transitioning from entrepreneurial vision to executive
leadership, guided by one of the most respected voices in the
industry.
For more information about Melissa
Bradley, 1863 Ventures, or to register for the upcoming
summit, please visit our website or contact our communications team
at marykate@1863ventures.net
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