Speakers

Opening Speaker:

Dr. Brandi Bolling

Child And Adolescent Psychiatrist, Pediatrician

“When Reading Is Harder Than It Looks: 

ADHD, Literacy, and the Hidden Barriers to Success”

Brandi Bolling, MD, is a triple board-certified adult psychiatrist, child and adolescent psychiatrist, and pediatrician. She is also a global speaker, ADHD expert, and author of the bestselling book SHINE: Understanding ADHD So Your Child Can Be A Star! Practicing for nearly fifteen years, she has seen approximately 20,000 patients. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorders are her specialties, but she carries extensive knowledge about many mental and medical health topics.

Dr. Brandi B, as she is affectionately called by patients and followers, was educated in Birmingham City Schools. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in neuroscience from Vanderbilt University and her medical degree from Meharry Medical College, both in Nashville, TN. She completed her triple-board residency program at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis, IN. Now, she works in various medical settings for children and adults in rural and urban Alabama, including in her private practice, Rudolph Bolling Psychiatry, PC. In total, she is licensed in 25 states. So, when it comes to seeing, knowing, and understanding how ADHD presents in different settings and phases of life, Dr. Brandi B knows!

Keynote Speaker:

Malcolm Mitchell

Author, Literacy Advocate, Former NFL Champion & Inspirational Speaker

Mitchell Jarod Mitchell is an accomplished author, literacy advocate, and former professional football player with an extraordinary story of resilience, passion, and purpose. A

wide receiver for the New England Patriots, Mitchell achieved the pinnacle of professional football by winning Super Bowl LI. His journey began as a standout Under Armour All-American in

high school and continued at the University of Georgia (UGA), where he became one of the top ten all-time receivers in school history.

Mitchell’s promising NFL career was cut short due to knee injuries, but his transition from the football field to the world of literacy advocacy has inspired millions. In 2015, he published his

first children’s book, The Magician's Hat, and launched the "Read with Mitchell" initiative, igniting a passion for reading among young people. As the Founder and CEO of the Share the Magic

Foundation, Mitchell has transformed the literacy landscape by placing books in the hands of over 350,000 young readers and engaging more than 1.3 million students through his innovative

programs. His Foundation's initiatives, including virtual literacy platforms, are making an enduring impact on Title I schools and under-resourced communities.

A celebrated author, Mitchell’s works, including My Very Favorite Book in the Whole Wide World, have earned him multiple accolades, such as the Children's Author of the Year by the

Georgia Writers Association. His inspirational journey has been featured on CBS, ESPN, USA Today, CNN, and in Sports Illustrated Kids, among others. His story serves as a testament to the

transformative power of literacy, resonating with audiences from classrooms to boardrooms.

Mitchell’s advocacy extends beyond his books and Foundation. He has been recognized with numerous prestigious honors, including the Promise Hero Award from Colin

Powell, the Pinnacle Award from the International Dyslexia Association, and the Champion of Children Award. In 2023, he was appointed to the Georgia Council on Literacy, where he works

to improve literacy outcomes for students statewide.

Through his keynote speeches and appearances, Mitchell inspires audiences to overcome challenges, embrace the power of learning, and lead with purpose. Whether

addressing corporate teams, educators, or students, he combines his experiences as an NFL champion and literacy advocate to deliver powerful messages about determination,

leadership, and the transformative potential of reading.

Among his many accolades, Mitchell considers discovering a love of reading one of his greatest achievements—a passion he continues to share with audiences around the nation.

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