Thursday night I kicked my weekend off at the Second Annual (invitation only) Young Leader Alumni Reception mixer at the A-B Biergarten. And I must tell y’all that after a night of stimulating conversation and professional panache kicking it I must assure y’all that the Young Leader selection process is on point. Everybody in the place had style and grace – and business cards, and suits, and careers and that “it factor” as far as the capacity to leave a lasting impression on this region with their leadership and service. Some of the folks in the building included: Kira Van Niel, Kenya Leonard, Pam Weston, Dana Townsend, Deatra McFarlin, Reagan Johnson, Darcella Craven, Megan Banks, Bill and River Fronczak, Jimmie Howlett, Stan Williams Jr., Kaylan Holloway, Courtney Hinton, Christina Bonner, Michael Whitley. Oh and Christian, please let your girl know what you’re doing as far as health and fitness. I’m looking to wow and stun at the Salute gala this year – and you have clearly found the secret to success.