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The 2024 Brian Jordan Foundation
Celebrity/Legends Golf Tournament
October 6-7, 2024
Chateau Elan | Top Golf Buford
Celebrity/Legends Golf Tournament
October 6-7, 2024
Chateau Elan | Top Golf Buford
Registration For Our 2024 Event Is Now Open!
The Brian Jordan Celebrity Golf Tournament Was A Huge Success In 2022
Please follow the link to watch a video presentation of some of our best moments.
THE 2024 BRIAN JORDAN FOUNDATION
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDEES
The Brian Jordan Foundation is excited to announce our 2024 BJF College scholarship winners. This year, we awarded 10 deserving students from the Atlanta area and beyond a $7500 scholarship to their chosen university through generous donations and sponsorships. Also, this year we were able to award standout students as designated scholars: the Betty Jordan Memorial Scholar and Alvin Jordan Scholar. These students exemplify the drive, desire, and academic achievement of the foundation’s vision. Please join me in welcoming these young people to the Brian Jordan Foundation family.
people to the Brian Jordan Foundation family.
Brian Jordan and the BJF Board of Directors
people to the Brian Jordan Foundation family.
Brian Jordan and the BJF Board of Directors
Name |
High School |
Intended College or University |
Zyan Williams Designated Alvin Jordan Scholar |
North Atlanta HS |
LSU |
Denim Fisher Designated Alvin Jordan Scholar |
Pikesville HS (MD) |
Spelman Colege |
Kenya Robinson |
Discovery HS |
Duke University |
Destiny Alexus Harrison |
Lassiter HS |
UGA |
Jaelyn Bolen |
Baltimore Polytech (MD) |
Temple |
Aisha Nashiru Zulkarnein |
Campbell HS |
Oglethorpe University |
ShaMyah Williams |
Coretta Scott King HS |
Savannah State University |
Layla Alexis White |
Dekalb School of the Arts |
University of Southern California |
Aisha Jones |
Marietta HS |
UGA |
Niles Holt |
Charles Drew HS |
Howard |
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The Brian Jordan Reading Challenge with Douglas County SchoolsIn 2019, Brian Jordan partnered with the Douglas County School System to build and pilot a reading incentive program across all 20 schools in the district, reaching more than 2000 third grade students with the goal of improving reading proficiency, teaching goal setting, and building a love for books during the crucial 3rd grade year.
The program launched in August and will run through May 2020. |
The Brian Jordan Foundation
Scholars Mentoring Series TOPIC “Advanced Financial Literacy.” DATE Rescheduled - TBD GUEST SPEAKER
Christopher Campbell |
We are proud to continue our scholars mentoring series with our 4th webinar, “Advanced Financial Literacy, Where should my Money go and Why.”.
Our guest speaker, Chris Campbell, Director/Wealth Management Advisor for Northwestern Mutual, will be speaking to us on continuing to build a solid financial foundation after college. He will cover Investment shelters for your future, 401Ks, IRAs and basic money ‘ Watch-outs”. He’ll also speak to the fundamentals of how money works with interest rates, compound interest and the best way to utilize those accounts available to you. The goal is to better prepare you for the future, as you land that new position or move into the next phase of your career. We want everyone to come out of the event feeling confident in their understanding of the many different financial situations. Todd Gladden Executive Director |
ABOUT OUR SPEAKER
Christopher Campbell is a Wealth Management Advisor in Atlanta, GA with offices throughout the country servicing clientele nationally. He has over 10 years of experience working with family’s corporations and business owners. Christopher's "why" for working in our noble profession is slightly different than most advisors. He possesses an unyielding desire to impact change and rewrite the manuscript for legacy and wealth in diverse markets through education and empowerment.
A native of Gastonia, N.C., Christopher graduated from Morehouse College in 2006 Cum Laude with a B.A in Economics. He began his professional career building relationships with area specialty physicians as a pharmaceutical consultant. In search of a greater challenge and more rewarding career he transitioned industries and careers to join Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2011.
While there, Christopher spent nearly 5 years working with a team of advisors that provided a highly personalized approach to enhancing and simplifying the financial lives of a select number of clients nationwide.
Currently, Christopher serves a Director/Wealth Management Advisor aligned with Northwestern Mutual Goodwin, Wright. He leads a team of nearly 10 diverse advisors. Most recently, Christopher achieved the distinct honor of being recognized as a Forum Advisor. Forum represents the top 1% of all Northwestern Mutual Advisors throughout the country. In Goodwin, Wright’s storied history dating back to 1885 Christopher is first African American advisor to achieve such milestone.
Christopher’s vision and vigor towards building a diverse enterprise practice of preeminence, excellence, and trust remains at the forefront in all he does.
Christopher Campbell is a Wealth Management Advisor in Atlanta, GA with offices throughout the country servicing clientele nationally. He has over 10 years of experience working with family’s corporations and business owners. Christopher's "why" for working in our noble profession is slightly different than most advisors. He possesses an unyielding desire to impact change and rewrite the manuscript for legacy and wealth in diverse markets through education and empowerment.
A native of Gastonia, N.C., Christopher graduated from Morehouse College in 2006 Cum Laude with a B.A in Economics. He began his professional career building relationships with area specialty physicians as a pharmaceutical consultant. In search of a greater challenge and more rewarding career he transitioned industries and careers to join Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2011.
While there, Christopher spent nearly 5 years working with a team of advisors that provided a highly personalized approach to enhancing and simplifying the financial lives of a select number of clients nationwide.
Currently, Christopher serves a Director/Wealth Management Advisor aligned with Northwestern Mutual Goodwin, Wright. He leads a team of nearly 10 diverse advisors. Most recently, Christopher achieved the distinct honor of being recognized as a Forum Advisor. Forum represents the top 1% of all Northwestern Mutual Advisors throughout the country. In Goodwin, Wright’s storied history dating back to 1885 Christopher is first African American advisor to achieve such milestone.
Christopher’s vision and vigor towards building a diverse enterprise practice of preeminence, excellence, and trust remains at the forefront in all he does.
Our Mission
The Brian Jordan Foundation is committed to creating and supporting programs for children and their families that will directly improve their quality of life. Our focus areas include Literacy, Health and Fitness and Scholarships. We believe “In Every Child, There is the Potential For Excellence.” Read more.
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