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David J. Johns keynotes Lakeshore Classic Luncheon

For the past 8 years various speakers have been the keynote for the Lakeshore Classic Corporate Luncheon. Each speaker is tasked with delivering a message that will inspire the continued support of programs that bridge a connection between sports participation and academic achievement. At the 2016 Lakeshore Classic Corporate Luncheon David J. Johns, Executive Director of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans did just that.

Johns delivered a keynote that was not only insightful; it was also impactful. During his closing remarks, he asked many of the students present to stand up and tell the 150 or more guests about themselves to bring home his point.

SOME OF THE students that spoke at the luncheon are photographed with David J. Johns (rear, center).
SOME OF THE students that spoke at the luncheon are photographed with David J. Johns (rear, center).

The program host was Indiana State Senator of the 3rd District Eddie Melton, who was introduced by Chuck Hughes, Executive Director, Gary Chamber of Commerce. Also on the program was Dr. Gordon Bradshaw, who delivered the Invocation and U.S. Representative Peter J. Visclosky (D) of Indiana’s 1st Congressional District. Pete Visclosky.

This year’s program was held in the Diamond Center on November 21, 2016 and it kicks off the Lakeshore Classic Basketball Challenge scheduled November 25-26, 2016 at the West Side High School in Gary, Indiana.

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