Spotlight on Local Innovator
Memphis shines brightest when passionate visionaries step up to shape a better city. Courtney McNeal is one of those leading changemakers. As a driving force at Innovate Memphis, Courtney focuses on connecting community partners and launching fresh solutions for real challenges Memphis communities face every day.
Soul88: Building Community Momentum
Courtney founded Soul88—an inspiring multimedia platform focused on celebrating local stories, amplifying diverse voices and connecting Memphians. By telling authentic Memphis stories, Soul88 is creating a thriving creative space where neighbors discover, share, and collaborate in ways that truly reflect our city’s vibrant soul.
Driving Civic Solutions
At her day job with Innovate Memphis—a nonprofit dedicated to innovative public solutions—Courtney works at the intersection of civic engagement, design thinking, and community collaboration. From tackling urban mobility to bridging opportunity gaps, she is helping shape programs that not only address urgent needs, but also build a stronger, more connected Memphis.
Why Courtney’s Work Matters to Memphis
Courtney’s leadership reminds us that Memphis’ greatest asset is its people. By nurturing creativity and collaboration through both Soul88 and Innovate Memphis, she’s helping ensure progress in everything from local entrepreneurship to neighborhood revitalization.
Get to know Courtney and explore Soul88 online to see how one Memphian’s vision inspires change and connection across our city.
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Original Story by Gaye Swan at https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/meet-creative-force-behind-soul88-140000398.html
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