Wendy S Huffman
Wendy Huffman Founded Letsmakethedifference.org, a nonprofit that trains leaders and communities in Peace and Conflict Resolution in refugee camps in Africa, and supports sustainable giving to impact exponentially through The Collective.
Blockchain is reshaping how nonprofits, governments and citizens fund public works, from clean water to housing, with smart contracts and trust.
by Macharia Waruingi & Wendy S Huffman & WBN News Africa & WBN Finance & WBN News Nashville
MPesa was not merely a fintech success. It was a socioeconomic reengineering; a case study in how technology can democratize finance, bypass legacy systems, and empower the grassroots.
by Macharia Waruingi & Wendy S Huffman & WBN News Africa & WBN Finance
Impact100 Nashville offers a $100K grant to nonprofits in Nashville. The 2024 recipients: A Step Ahead and Tennessee Justice Center. Past recipients include Corner to Corner, Raphah. Members join a powerful network of women funding impact, forming lasting friendships. LOIs accepted June 1–30.
by Wendy S Huffman & WBN News Nashville
The U.S.-brokered peace deal between the DRC and Rwanda includes significant mineral investment incentives. Experts are divided on whether this approach can lead to lasting stability, given the complex dynamics of resource control and ongoing conflicts in the region.
by Wendy S Huffman & WBN News Africa
Nashville’s May 2025 food scene is packed with flavor—bagel crawls, boozy ice cream, tea at Cheekwood, and sip-filled festivals like Rosé, Margarita, and Mimosa. Enjoy music, drinks, and bites across the city. Book your tickets now for these can’t-miss culinary events.
by Wendy S Huffman & WBN News Nashville
The U.S. has led peace talks between the DRC and Rwanda, resulting in a draft agreement linking peace to economic incentives and mineral investment. While progress is made, rebel activity and resource transparency remain key concerns ahead of a potential June signing at the White House.
by Wendy S Huffman & WBN News Nashville & WBN News Africa
Nashville’s iconic Bridgestone Arena is set to transform into a high-energy rodeo ground as the inaugural Music City Rodeo kicks off from May 29 to May 31, 2025.
by Wendy S Huffman & WBN News Nashville
In today’s high-stakes talent market, contingent search is a gamble, and most companies are losing. Contingent firms flood inboxes with résumés, hoping one lands. Retained search, in contrast, is a strategy: deliberate, discreet, and outcome-driven. It starts with understanding the company’s DNA
by Wendy S Huffman & WBN News Nashville