Unleashing Dynamism in the Greater Memphis Area
We are pleased to introduce an American Dream Initiative solutions summit taking place in Memphis, Tennessee, on June 4–5, 2025.
Hosted by the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) in partnership with Start Co., the City of Memphis, EDGE, and the Greater Memphis Chamber, this exclusive gathering will convene local, state, and national leaders to share ideas, network, and engage in discussions on advancing the American Dream.
This program will highlight innovative, actionable policy solutions aimed at expanding opportunity and upward mobility for families and communities in the Greater Memphis area. Confirmed speakers include Memphis Mayor Paul Young, FedEx Founder and Executive Chairman Frederick W. Smith, AEI President Robert Doar, and a host of experts focused on empowering youth, preparing the workforce for the age of artificial intelligence, increasing housing affordability, promoting economic development, and more.
We hope that you will join us for this summit, which will elevate ideas, research, and on-the-ground knowledge to help individuals and communities unlock their full potential and drive prosperity across the Greater Memphis area.
Event Details
The Solutions Summit will take place on Thursday, June 5, at The Peabody Memphis Hotel from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT and will include breakfast and lunch. A networking reception and dinner program will be held the evening before on Wednesday, June 4, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. CT at Beale Street Landing. You can view the latest agenda and roster of confirmed speakers by clicking on the tabs above.
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, May 20
Note: There is no registration fee, but we cannot accommodate walk-ins.
Visit our FAQs tab for more information, and click on the button below to register for the event.
For answers to any questions, please reach out to our conference team at summit@aei.org.
Wednesday, June 4
Opening Reception & Dinner
Beale Street Landing
5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.