02/25/2022
On 02.22.22 EMPOWRD was presented as a solution for the state of Georgia under H.R. 580 in a hearing hosted by the Governmental Affairs Redistricting & Elections.
For anyone unfamiliar with the process, the committee was scheduled to hear several bills that day and we were first up. There are no actual decisions made during the hearing so we provide booklets for the committee members to review afterwards in addition to the notes they take during the meeting.
The presentation went well, and we are still awaiting some next steps so everything is still in play (which is exciting!) that said no matter how this ends up my hope is to keep everyone involved in the process so we can all learn together. Your efforts got us to this point and if we are successful your support will be required once again. Thank you for helping us make Georgia EMPOWRD.
To watch our part of the hearing please view from the 24:33 mark to the 38:13 mark.
https://vimeo.com/showcase/8988933?video=680458024
02/19/2022
The EMPOWRD Team would like to thank all of you for your efforts in lobbying to have the get a hearing. We want to thank Georgia State Representative Yasmin Neal for working diligently to ensure we were heard and greatly appreciate State Representative for the consideration.
Because you did your part
Our Democracy did what it was built to do, We are proud to announce EMPOWRD BILL HR580 will be HEARD on
02.22.22!!
Next Steps to Come! This is a real process, a tough process and a serious deal as it should be so buckle up and Thank you Georgia!
07/16/2021
Empowrd has had an exciting 2021! As we celebrate Five Years on Saturday, July 17th, this is a memorable . Thank you to all that have downloaded our app, used our PowrTools & PowrBase to drive solutions, and for the many stakeholders that support us. As we reach this milestone, we invite you to "Grow With Us" and join us via livestream for our 5 Year event featuring some phenomenal civic-minded leaders. Rsvp at empowrd5year.eventbrite.com
Visit empowrdnews.com for more awesome updates!
06/22/2021
We are excited to celebrate 5 years! Join us for new updates about our app, our new PowrTools, and bold conversations about civic engagement!
Due to COVID-19 precautions we will have a limited audience present. Join us from your home for an awesome, online experience. The day will kick off at 2:15PM with remarks from EMPOWRD's founder and CEO, Horace Williams, and a special presentation.
RSVP at: https://empowrd5year.eventbrite.com
06/15/2021
There are 140 days until local elections. Download EMPOWRD to stay connected and informed!
05/19/2021
168 Days until Election Day in Atlanta! There are currently 7 candidates in the Mayoral Race for the city of Atlanta. Did you know that? Download EMPOWRD today to find out "Who's On Your Ballot" for the municipal races so far. If you've MADE YOUR DECISION, select your candidate and add them to your personal ballot, and stay plugged in with your voter status, polling location, and other import civic information to share with your neighbors and friends.
*As a company based in Atlanta, Georgia, we want to make sure our hometown and state know what's going on with elections and civic things happening around them*
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04/27/2021
Thank you Inc. Magazine for shining a light on our work at EMPOWRD. Ryan and TGS , you continue to lead by example as a business leader and we are proud to be a part of the family.
Link:
Inc. Mag EMPOWRD Feature. How Atlanta's Small Businesses Are Responding to Georgia's New Voting Law
By Cameron Albert-Deitch. For six years, Horace Williams has been waiting for this moment. Williams is the founder and CEO of Atlanta-based Empowrd, a social impact startup with a free app that helps users stay up-to-date on local voting information and ways to contact elected officials. Launched in...
04/26/2021
Join us on April 29 at 5 PM ET for a live experience with the incredible ! Our class will dive into how we are on a mission to impact the social injustices that we are witnessing across the country. Register here: https://bit.ly/3sN09Im
04/12/2021
Thanks for the shout out!
Reposted from Russell Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship Our Stakeholders have earned the right to set the pace, create a path for others to follow, and drive economic mobility! is a tech startup transforming civic engagement with great people, leaders, and organizations. We’re thrilled to have leaders like Horace Williams, Founder & CEO of , as a Russell Center stakeholder! Learn more about them via the link in their bio.
04/09/2021
Through our offering we connect great organizations with people that are looking to be donors, volunteers, and advocates for great organizations like HEY! Helping Empower Youth . They are currently raising $500K for programming and a new facility, and are . Learn more about how your organization can use our platform to engage at EMPOWRD.com
04/05/2021
. In the EMPOWRD app, you can endorse your elected officials, and connect with civic organizations. Shout out to , highlighting Andre Dickens , an Atlanta City Councilman. Download EMPOWRD today and connect with your elected officials!
03/27/2021
Every great startup needs an elevator pitch! Thank you for featuring our founder, Horace Williams, in our work to transform civic engagement! Be sure to download our app and
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