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ARISE 2022
HBCU STEM MENTOR PROGRAM

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
THE NCAA LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

Building the next generation of high performing leaders

Creating a culture of black and brown abundance

athLEDAARISE simplifies the transition from athlete to professional

98% of college athletes go “pro” in something other than sports and we understand that transition comes with its fair share of learning curves and challenges.

At athLEDA ARISE, we see the leader in you.

Through career coaching, powerful mentorships, networking opportunities and more, athLEDA ARISE will empower your sense of belonging in the business world and accelerate you on your path from athlete to emerging leader.

Eric Sloan winning 1st place in Triple Jump. University of Oregon. PAC-12 Championships 2017.

athLEDA ARISE Essence

We are an innovative, emerging force committed to empowering ARISE HBCU scholar athletes. With resilience and integrity, we aim to grow our community to 1,000+, offering mentorship, and access to professional opportunities, including STEM, while solidifying our dedication to a growth mindset.

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The athLEDA Arise Purpose

At athLEDA ARISE, we embody a culture founded on core principles that define our character and guide our actions

Resilience

We value Resilience, embodying the strength to overcome challenges and persist in our mission

Integrity

Our commitment to Integrity ensures that honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct guide every decision we make.

Authenticity

We hold dear the principle of Authenticity, embracing our true selves and fostering genuine connections with all those we serve.

We are proud to have many partners on our journey to diversity & excellence

We're committed to empowering our ARISE HBCU Student Athletes

We believe in the power of data, grounding our communication in facts and insights that drive decisions.

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Provide personal and professional upskilling, grants access to mentors,
and supplies industry exposure to our network of student-athletes

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THE ATHLEDA FOUNDATION

ARISE 2022
HBCU STEM MENTOR PROGRAM

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
THE NCAA LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

Student-AthletesMentors
AUTHENTIC RESILIENT INNOVATIVE in STEM EXCELLENCE
Eric Sloan winning 1st place in Triple Jump. University of Oregon. PAC-12 Championships 2017.
Eric Sloan — Triple Jump 1st place — University of Oregon Pac-12 Championships 2017

athLEDA ARISE simplifies the transition from athlete to professional

As a college athlete, you’ve spent years training, honing your skill, and pushing yourself mentally and physically.

Your sport has been your constant companion - a passion, a source of family, a way of life. Then before you know it, your athletic career ends and you’re left asking yourself, “what’s next?”

AthLEDA ARISE is dedicated to helping student athletes answer that daunting question. 98% of college athletes go “pro” in something other than sports and we understand that transition comes with its fair share of learning curves and challenges. At athLEDA ARISE, we see the leader in you. Through career coaching, powerful mentorships, networking opportunities and more, athLEDA ARISE will empower your sense of belonging in the business world and accelerate you on your path from athlete to emerging leader.

Meet our partners

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Success Stories

“I knew that I had much to offer but I had no clue where I was going nor how to get there. With Jelanna’s help, we were able to highlight my skill sets and goals. Now I have a better view of the bigger picture and a career path, which has established purpose in every step I take from here on out.”
Melody Sadderfield
Mizzou
“Throughout life you will unexpectedly meet people who will have a great impact on which path you go down. For me that person is Jelanna. I am beyond thankful that I have had the opportunity to connect with, grow and learn from her and the AthLEDA Arise Foundation. Her leadership, encouragement, and belief in others is infectious. Her authenticity and consistency made it very easy to work with her and is a clear example of why she is successful helping high performing college-athletes transition into careers.”
Eric Sloan
USC
“Life after college can be extremely hard to navigate and prepare for. The AthLEDA Arise Foundation has the tools to guide student-athletes through the challenges of post-graduation life. For me personally, I have always done better with a team working to achieve a common goal. I firmly believe that the AthLEDA Arise Foundation is that perfect team.”
Joseph Gedeon
Indiana University

IN HONOR OF HER LEGACY

Edna P. Spencer was a woman beyond her time.

In honor of her birthday, August 18th, athLEDA Arise has created a separate entity, EDNA Inc. to capture all of her and our dear leader, Tracey Hathaway's research and analytics behind the athLEDA Arise way.

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