About The Society Summit™

The Society Summit™ is a cultural and civic innovation gathering based in Memphis, Tennessee.

The summit brings together creators, entrepreneurs, artists, filmmakers, innovators, and community leaders to share ideas, build partnerships, and strengthen the creator economy.

By blending culture, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement, the summit creates a space where creativity becomes a catalyst for opportunity and transformation.

Why Memphis?

Few cities have influenced global culture like Memphis.

From music and art to innovation and entrepreneurship, Memphis has always been a place where creativity changes the world.

The Society Summit builds on that legacy by creating a platform for the next generation of creators and leaders.

Our Mission

The Society Summit™ brings creators, entrepreneurs, and innovators together to elevate ideas from Memphis to the world.

Our Vision

To establish Memphis as a global hub where culture, creativity, entrepreneurship, and civic leadership converge to inspire ideas that shape the future.

Our Core Values

Creativity

We believe creativity drives culture, innovation, and progress.

Collaboration

Great ideas grow stronger when creators, entrepreneurs, and leaders work together.

Community

The Society Summit™ exists to strengthen the Memphis community and connect it to the world.

Civic Leadership

We believe engaged citizens and civic leaders play an essential role in shaping thriving communities.

Opportunity

We aim to create pathways where ideas become opportunities for individuals and communities.

Elevation

Like a summit, we strive to elevate voices, ideas, and possibilities.

Founder

The Society Summit™ was founded by Roderick “Rach Society” Nelson, a Memphis artist, entrepreneur, and community advocate committed to empowering creators and strengthening communities through culture and innovation.