ATLANTA (July 16, 2024) — The Cobb Chamber’s Cumberland Area Council is hosting an inspiring luncheon featuring two speakers who have turned their personal tragedies into triumphs. Ken Johnson and Katie Hearn have not only overcome significant challenges but have also navigated the workforce with resilience and determination, breaking barriers and redefining success along the way. This networking luncheon will cover how you can make your own workplace environment and culture more inclusive of people with all abilities.
Katie Hearn currently serves as Manager of Gameday Staffing and Administration and is the certified Club ADA Coordinator for the Atlanta Braves. After suffering sudden vision loss in April 2017, Katie quickly established to those around her that her lack of vision would not define her. The 2018 recipient of the organization’s Walter Banks Hospitality Award, she continues to assist in making personalized gameday experiences for guests of Truist Park. Katie is an executive committee member of the Governor Brian Kemp’s State Rehabilitation Council and is on the Board of Directors for the Bobby Dodd Institute. She is passionate about empowering those around her to reach their highest potential.
Ken Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of private practice experience. His expertise lies in counseling individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, and family/relationship challenges. He was a well established counselor when he experienced a sudden medical emergency that left him paralyzed and close to death. He has learned how to navigate life from a wheelchair and is passionate about helping others cope with tragedy and loss.
This event is a must-attend for anyone seeking inspiration, motivation, and a deeper understanding of the potential within us all to triumph over adversity. Whether you’re an employer, colleague, or someone facing your own challenges, you will leave with a renewed sense of hope and actionable takeaways to apply in your own life or workplace.
Registration is open until July 16 at https://tinyurl.com/5adsrs96. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. at the Atlanta Area Council, Boy Scouts of America. Tickets are $30 for Cobb Chamber members and $40 for general admission. Walk-up admissions and payments cannot be granted. This event is sponsored by Series Presenting Sponsor, Northside Hospital, and Program Sponsor, Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC. For more information on Area Councils, contact Katie Guice at kguice@cobbchamber.org.
About the Cobb Chamber
At the Cobb Chamber, we believe in the power of ambition. Through our wealth of programming and partnerships, we unite the region’s most innovative, informed, and determined people so that they can achieve more. And through our advocacy and initiatives, we ensure that our county is a healthy place to do business. While our members span industry, background, and experience, we share a common desire: to see Cobb County flourish. For more information, visit www.cobbchamber.org.
About Area Councils
The Cobb Chamber Area Councils represent six geographical areas of Cobb County: Cumberland,
East Cobb, Marietta, Northwest Cobb (Acworth, Kennesaw, West Cobb), Smyrna and South Cobb.
Each council meeting has a common focus to promote business, the community and the interests of
local business owners and professionals. The meetings are geared toward timely and relevant issues
each area is currently facing. All area council meetings and are open to the public.
Media Contact
Amy Selby | 770-859-2350 | aselby@cobbchamber.org
