Escape the Shape: End of the Year Banquet

Join us for the Escape the Shape End-of-Year Banquet — a night of celebration, reflection, and impact.

Held at the elegant HQ DC House, this special evening will honor the students who returned from our transformative journey to Senegal, highlight the year's achievements, and raise funds for future cohorts.

Expect inspiring stories, powerful moments from the trip, a curated dinner experience, and community vibes — all in upscale attire.

Let’s toast to growth, global learning, and the future of Escape the Shape.

Guest Speaker: John Burns is an entrepreneur, attorney, and community activist, best known as the co-founder of The Burns Brothers, a collective of culturally-driven companies empowering Black and Brown communities through marketing, wellness, hospitality, and education.

With 20+ years of experience in cultural strategy and entertainment law, John has worked with brands like AT&T, Porsche, and Ciroc to create meaningful impact. His global work includes recent community development and cultural exchange initiatives in Kenya, further deepening his commitment to inclusive progress across borders.

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