Co-Create 2020 is a 4-day Impact Accelerator in Birmingham, AL combining Art, Activism and Leadership for an intimate group of entrepreneurs and leaders. December 29, 2019 – January 1, 2020

AS FEATURED IN INC. MAGAZINE’S “30 UNDER 30” & WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE

Let’s be honest. What’s going on in the country and the world today can feel unbearable at times. The dissolution of democratic norms, the free press being targeted as the “enemy of the people,” the hollowing out of our institutions, the disregard for fact, the humanitarian crisis at the border …

You’ve probably asked yourself: “what can I do?!”

Turning towards courage and action requires inspiration from the great movements of history from the abolitionists to the suffragettes to the civil rights movement…to some of the amazing work being done IN THIS VERY MOMENT!

Share an immersive weekend with some of the most inspirational and influential leaders doing this work today.

  Experience the power of art, music and comedy to inspire new ideas and connections.

  Learn and integrate best practices from DC-insiders and political movement leaders from across the country.

  Understand what’s working now to help save our democracy and design your individualized plan of action.

  Meet your new tribe who will help sustain your impact throughout 2020.

  Dance your way into 2020 with a fierce intention for transformation and service.

Sumi Krishnan

Named Inc. Magazine’s “30 Under 30″ and Washingtonian’s Woman to Watch, Sumi is most widely known for founding and growing K4 Solutions, Inc. – a multi-million dollar government contracting company serving healthcare and national security missions. Wielding two masters degrees including one from the Harvard Kennedy School, Sumi is now using her platform as a Nashville-based singer songwriter to elevate the impact of the arts in social justice.

Kylie Slavik

Kylie Slavik is an expert at helping movement leaders connect with their audience through powerful storytelling that moves people to action. She is the creator of the methodology, “Story Funnel,” a unique empathy driven approach that helps build a deeper connection while creating social change at mass scale.

Jonathan Metzl

Jonathan Metzl is the Director of Vanderbilt University’s Center for Medicine, Health & Society and a sought-after speaker and thought leader on topics including mental illness and gun violence. Metzl is also the Research Director of Safe Tennessee and the author of a number of books including his most recent, “Dying of Whiteness.” He is a frequent guest on national media including PBS, NPR, MSNBC, CNN, Bill Maher and a frequent writer & contributor to various national publications.

Simon Tam

Simon Tam is best known as the founder and bassist of The Slants, the world’s first and only all-Asian American dance rock band. He has been a keynote speaker, performer, and presenter at TEDx, SXSW, Comic-Con, The Department of Defense, Stanford University, and over 1,200 events across four continents. He has set a world record by appearing on the TEDx stage 13 times. His work has been highlighted in over 3,000 media features across 150 countries including The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, NPR, BBC, New York Times, and Rolling Stone. He fought and won the landmark U.S. Supreme Court Case, Matal v. Tam, which helped expand first amendment rights in trademark law for minority communities and recently published his memoir on social justice, “Slanted.”

Jules Schroeder

Ranked by Inc. Magazine as #1 of the “Top 27 Female Entrepreneurs Changing the World in 2017” and one of the “Top 40 Millennials To Follow in 2018″, Jules Schroeder is an expert at helping leaders enroll people in unconventional missions and creating groundswells of support around a cause.

Tim Wise

Tim Wise is among the most prominent anti-racist writers and educators in the United States. Named one of “25 Visionaries Who are Changing Your World,” by Utne Reader, Wise’s essays have appeared on Alternet, Salon, Huffington Post, Counterpunch, The Root, Black Commentator, BK Nation and Z Magazine among other popular, professional and scholarly journals. Before being one of the leading speakers and writers on anti-racism, Wise served in the early 90’s as the Youth Coordinator and Associate Director of the Louisiana Coalition Against Racism and Nazism, the largest of the many groups organized for the purpose of defeating KKK leader & Neo-Nazi political candidate, David Duke.  Wise regularly appears on national media including CNN and MSNBC to discuss race issues.

Hawk Newsome

Hawk Newsome is the President of Black Lives Matter, New York and former County Committee Member of New York’s District 79. Newsome grew quickly in the public spotlight recently when he spoke on stage at a Pro-Trump rally in D.C. with a message of common humanity — which left the Pro-Trump crowd cheering for him. Newsome has dedicated his adult life to the betterment of his community & our nation as a whole. With a JD from Touro Law School in Long Island, NY he has spent the past few years on the front lines — leading protests and seeking justice for the families of those slain by overzealous police officers. In 2013, Hawk joined the Justice League NYC and has engaged in their national campaign to fix the broken criminal justice system, and he has recently been filmed for a feature documentary to be aired on the BET Network.

How do I join?

Co-Create 2020 is an invite-only transformational Impact Accelerator for leaders and entrepreneurs at the top of their game who desire community with other movement leaders, artists and activists.
Lisa




“Sumi has the heart, passion, conviction, and talent required to truly inspire and transform millions of lives. She is a gift to this planet, and I’m looking forward to serving beside her.”

Lisa Nichols
Best-Selling Author; Founder and
CEO of Motivating the Masses, Inc.

Amber




“This investment was absolutely worth it...the insights and knowledge I gained are priceless!!”

Amber Gildersleeve
Read Estate Broker, Yogi, Artist

Alison


“I have learned through Sumi and these events that more is possible than most of us imagine. I highly recommend having her wisdom and compassion in your corner if you want to take your life and business to the next level.”

Alison Cardy
CEO, Cardy Career Coaching

Marlene



“Sumi has the unique ability to translate her vision and passion for a cause to entire groups of people & organizations.”

Marlene Milder Duvall
Executive Vice President, K4 Solutions

Ayesha


“Sumi is a vibrant example of the power and beauty that is possible when we each tap into our inner wisdom, to allow for the unveiling of our 'whole' selves — much to the delight of the world around us.”

Ayesha Mathews Wadhwa
Founding Creative Partner, PIXINK

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At Co-Create 2020, we'll ...

  Spend 4 days, 3 nights together in a one-of-a-kind immersive experience

  Transform our beliefs around what’s possible

  Be inspired to take action on some of the most challenging issues of our time

  Become practiced at the tools of activism and movement-building including personal storytelling and persuasion, and

  Leave renewed, rejuvenated and joyful as we embark on our missions forward as Joyful Love Warriors

The NYE party of a lifetime.
what you will experience …

Sharing space with the facilitators, speakers and performers who are some of the most inspiring and impactful political movement leaders, artists, story-tellers and change-makers of our day.

​Connection & fellowship with all the leaders in the room – i.e. your new tribe.

A sense of hope, possibility, courage and a PLAN to sustain activism throughout 2020.

Beautiful accommodations and delicious, nourishing food.

An all-inclusive, seamless experience.

what you
won’t …

Be stuck in a boring conference room all day listening to a series of speeches or panels.

Be a spectator to big names and an “all talk, no action” type of event.

Feel deflated, helpless or at a loss for how to make a difference.

Bland accommodations, and standard hotel food.

Extra charges at every turn.

Be stuck at a bar or club wondering why you chose to go out for NYE.

“It’s critical to be in community with others who are also committed to a better world.”

Learn and get excited about what’s working best right now, in this moment, to save our democracy & our planet.

Engage in thought partnership, deep connection, simulations and transformation with other passionate change-makers.
Be inspired   We’ll laugh, dance and cry through music, comedy, art, and spirituality.
Plan and commit with our new tribe to sustain and lead activism in our home communities through November, 2020.
Carin



“This was 100% worth my time, money and energy. I received so much support, love and fresh ideas. This was priceless. SO Much value. Sumi is warm, gentle, loving and inspiring. She clearly practices what she preaches -- gratitude, being and seeing the divine spark in everyone and BEING love.”

Carin Rockind
The Happiness Guru

Jesse




“Sumi is one of the most passionate, talented, and committed leaders I have ever worked with. Her leadership is not just inspiring; it's contagious.

Jesse Grainger
CEO, RioSlum Studio

Stefanie




“I'm so grateful to have worked with Sumi who gave my dream life again when I thought I had already tried everything.

Stefanie Novak
CEO, NovaFitNYC



“Sumi's balanced and optimistic outlook guides and encourages new as well as seasoned entrepreneurs to attain higher levels of impact and skyrocket long-term results.”

Jeff Hoffman, PhD
CEO, Danya International, Inc.

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ALL INCLUSIVE TICKET

(All you have to do is show up)

DELICIOUS MEALS

Enjoy healthy, plant-based cuisine that will nourish your mind, body and soul.

BEAUTIFUL ACCOMMODATIONS

Indulge your senses in a 5-star historic Inn nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Wake up to breathtaking views and private quarters that will deliver both peace and luxury.

HISTORY-INSPIRED EXPERIENCES

Connecting to the civil-rights history in Alabama, we’ll have Birmingham, Selma and Montgomery at our fingertips. A once-in-a-lifetime excursion is in the works.

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