Antoinette Tuff’s story is a true testament to the courage, compassion, and power of emotional intelligence often embodied by Administrative Professionals.

On August 20, 2013, while working in the front office at Ronald E. McNair Discovery Learning Academy in Atlanta, Antoinette faced Michael Hill, a young man armed with an AK-47 who entered the school declaring that "we are all going to die today."

Despite her personal struggles, including a recent suicide attempt and severe financial stress, Antoinette displayed remarkable calm and kindness in engaging with the gunman. Through her empathy and quick thinking, she was able to de-escalate the situation, preventing a mass shooting and saving over 800 lives. Her bravery and innate ability to connect with Hill on a human level demonstrate the profound impact that emotional intelligence and compassion can have in even the most dire circumstances.

Experts who analyzed Antoinette’s actions identified key factors that dramatically increased the chances of survival for everyone involved that day.

We'll hear about that fateful day from Antoinette herself, whose story was made into a movie, "Faith Under Fire," starring Toni Braxton. We'll discuss the the three life-saving moments that experts revealed that we can all learn from should we face a life-threatening situation.

Join us for an inspiring event featuring an interview with Antoinette Tuff, who will share her incredible journey and the profound impact this moment had in changing the course of her life.

Through her compelling story, you will also gain insights into the life-saving actions and the emotional intelligence that guided her. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Antoinette’s extraordinary experience and find out how her story can inspire and empower you in your own life.