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Cook accepted into Forbes networking organization

By Staff Report, posted 3 years ago
Joy Cook Photo provided by: Joy Cook & For(bes) The Culture
 

Fayetteville State University’s Associate Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communication Joy Cook will be creating new pathways in her career come 2023. Cook announced on social media that she has been accepted into the For(bes) The Culture community.

Cook shared the news in a LinkedIn post in December adding her excitement for the opportunity.

“I found out in March I was accepted into the fold of the group of cultural PoweR players curated by Forbes. As we close out the year I’m excited to announce being a part of the leaders shaking the culture For(bes) THE CULTURE,” said Cook

For(bes) The Culture was created to create equitable pathways for Black and Brown professionals. According to the organization’s website, “We’re a hub for elite leaders of color who are breaking down barriers and impacting culture globally to connect, collaborate and change. For(bes) The Culture provides a platform that fosters professional development, social consciousness, civic engagement, intrapreneurship and entrepreneurship through community service projects, social and cultural outings, personal and professional workshops and seminars, mentoring, tutoring and networking.” 

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