As a teen, Corey Whipple was invited to speak at a national conference filled with some of the nation's notable leaders of charities, organizations, businesses, politicians, and education systems to spark hope and inspiration for the work they do across America each day.

Whipple is just one man among the millions that face challenges every day.  As Americans, we are fortunate to be given opportunity despite our circumstances and the environments we come from. 

Whipple has always taken the time to honor and thank the organizations that support vulnerable communities. Whipple has made effective use of his voice to endorse and co-sign their efforts that make a difference in the lives of future leaders and hard-working Americans.

Whipple knows that it is never too early to impact and influence the change we wish to see in our communities. Whipple was courageous enough to accept the responsibilities of this privilege and sparked change with tools and relationships within his reach. The community leaders alongside talent and influencers worked in unison as allies for impactful good. 

The commendable work Whipple has been a part of has led to monumental progress and resources in communities across America.

As for the referenced troops, Whipple's acknowledgement to the privilege of such monumental work by America's leaders can be further appreciated given the freedom of phenomenal people that have demonstrated service, and leadership around the world in areas of defense.

As Whipple's story and insight to inspire at a time of eligibility for the selective service contributed to positive change domestically, it also helped shape humility, gratitude for the power of coming together for positive and good and making the necessary changes for good.

Such leadership as demonstrated by Whipple, can also serve as perspective to be valued internationally as we lead in the right direction for strategic change, assessment of allies, (some arguably that devalue the concept of troops on the ground), as America's leaders and community organizers support positive change.

As we recognize powerful stories and leaders, our privileges to do such good work contribute to a world of hope. We can appreciate the lives we live, and hopeful legacies we may look to define.