Nashville educational leader, AI strategist, author and U.S. Army veteran opens a four-session virtual series for executives, school leaders and nonprofit leaders as she expands her keynote and consulting work nationwide.



NASHVILLE, TN, October 23, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Organizations facing rapid technological change, leadership transitions, and rising community expectations have a new reason to rethink how they lead. Dr. Char Dennis, Ed.D., an educational leader, AI strategist, author, keynote speaker, and philanthropist, will launch Lead Beyond the Title, a four-session virtual leadership series beginning December 3, 2026. The series is part of her expanding keynote and consulting work to help people and organizations lead ethically, communicate powerfully, and create meaningful impact.

"Every decision a leader makes shapes human possibility," said Dr. Dennis. "Especially now, in the age of AI, innovation has to be anchored in ethics. Technology should expand what people can do, not replace human judgment or leave communities behind."

Why Leaders Need It Now
The series arrives as organizations adopt AI faster than their leaders feel ready to manage it. A July 2026 study by ManpowerGroup Talent Solutions found that only 3% of organizations say their leaders are highly prepared to manage AI-enabled ways of working, while 78% report employee concern about how AI will affect their jobs.

As schools and organizations rush to adopt artificial intelligence, Dr. Dennis gives leaders a grounded, values-based perspective. Her guiding beliefs include:

- AI is a tool, not a replacement for human judgment and ethical leadership.
- Every organization, whatever its size or sector, needs an AI readiness strategy.
- Ethical AI governance is not optional. It is a leadership imperative.

Inside Lead Beyond the Title
Lead Beyond the Title is designed for executives, superintendents and principals, college administrators, nonprofit leaders, healthcare leaders, and emerging leaders preparing for larger roles. All four sessions are held virtually, so participants can take part from anywhere. Over four sessions, participants will:

- Assess their leadership and AI readiness and define their goals
- Lead people through change while protecting trust and morale
- Communicate decisions with clarity to boards, staff, and communities
- Build resilience, mentor emerging leaders, and complete a personal leadership and communications plan

The series reflects the four principles that shape Dr. Dennis's approach to leadership: leadership as a moral act, equity fuels excellence, innovation anchored in ethics, and community as the ultimate impact.

"Leadership is not a title you hold. It is a responsibility you carry for the people you serve," said Dr. Dennis. "When we lead with purpose, mentor with intention, and use technology with conscience, we don't just build stronger organizations. We build stronger communities."

Who Is Dr. Char Dennis?
Dr. Char Dennis is an educational leader, AI strategist, and communications professional with more than 25 years of experience in education, marketing, public relations, and philanthropy. She holds a B.A. in History from Auburn University, an M.B.A., an M.P.H., and both an M.S. and an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from Liberty University. Her formal education is complemented by certifications in AI strategy, AI governance, AI ethics, and machine learning.

She is the founder and CEO of 1KMEG PR, a boutique marketing, public relations and strategic communications firm she established in 2005. She also founded Academic Sports Solutions, a program that helps student-athletes succeed in the classroom, in their sport, and in life after athletics. In addition, she is the executive producer and host of the My Style Live podcast. Her leadership perspective is also shaped by her service as a U.S. Army veteran.

Her honors include NFocus 2024 Top 10 Philanthropist and Nashville Lifestyles' "25 Most Beautiful People." She has been a featured speaker for Auburn University and Leadership Middle Tennessee, and she is the former board chair of the Nashville Shakespeare Festival. She is the author of "Women Transforming Nonprofits and Communities" and "Leadership in the Digital Age: AI Strategies."

As a dedicated mentor, Dr. Dennis guides women professionals, emerging leaders, and student-athletes as they clarify their purpose, build resilience, strengthen their personal brands, and develop the confidence to lead in their careers and communities.

Registration and Booking
Details and registration for Lead Beyond the Title are available at LeadWithDrChar.com. Her team responds to inquiries within 48 hours. Organizations seeking a keynote, workshop, or consulting engagement can also check her availability through All American Speakers Bureau.

About Dr. Char Dennis, Ed.D.
Dr. Char Dennis is a Nashville-based educational leader, AI strategist, author, keynote speaker, podcaster, philanthropist, and U.S. Army veteran. She is the founder and CEO of 1KMEG PR, founder of Academic Sports Solutions, and executive producer and host of the My Style Live podcast. She wrote "Women Transforming Nonprofits and Communities" and "Leadership in the Digital Age: AI Strategies," and she is the former board chair of the Nashville Shakespeare Festival. Through keynotes, consulting, writing, and mentorship, she helps leaders and organizations act with purpose, adopt AI responsibly, and strengthen the communities they serve. Learn more at LeadWithDrChar.com, 1KMEG.net, and MyStyleLive.org.

About 1KMEG PR

Founded in 2005 by Dr. Char Dennis, Ed.D., 1KMEG PR (Knight Media and Entertainment Group) is a boutique marketing, public relations, and strategic communications firm. It helps businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, and public agencies reach the audiences that matter most. The firm builds integrated plans that combine traditional and digital marketing, media relations, brand development, event promotion, and community outreach. Its belief is simple: great products and services succeed only when people can find them. For more than two decades, 1KMEG PR has helped clients across local and regional markets tell their stories with clarity, credibility, and impact. Learn more at 1KMEG.net.

About My Style Live Podcast

My Style Live is a podcast executive produced and hosted by Dr. Char Dennis, Ed.D. It offers thoughtful conversations about the way we live, lead, and grow. Since 2020, the show has paired research-informed perspectives with real-world experience to explore leadership, personal development, emotional wellness, purpose-driven work, technology, fashion, and lifestyle. Episodes range from AI's role in closing educational gaps and social media strategy to the cost of success and leading beyond a title. Each one invites listeners to reflect more deeply, challenge assumptions, and build resilience with clarity and intention. My Style Live is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, and YouTube. Learn more at MyStyleLive.org.

Media Contact:
Dr. Char Dennis
1KMEG PR
[615-435-9057] | [[email protected]]
LeadWithDrChar.com | 1KMEG.net | MyStyleLive.org

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