Steve Pemberton has had by most standards an incredible journey which forced him to overcome daunting obstacles.
He’ll speak in the John M. Lewis Gymnasium on the Carl Sandburg College campus tonight about how he took a childhood which included being a physically and mentally abused foster child for 11 years and ended up as Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion for Walgreen Boots Alliance.
He told his story in a 2012 best selling memoir entitled, “A Chance in the World”, and a movie based on the book is currently under way.
Pemberton has been honored with Honorary Doctorates from Winston-Salem University and Boston College, as well as the U.S. Congress’ Horizon Award, which is award to individuals in the private sector who have contributed to expanding opportunities for Americans through their personal contributions.
The event starts at 6:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public.
