Editor,Graphics, Design& LayoutL. Ratliff-Watkins

Volume 7, Issue 1

The 2016 NABS Scholarship Fund Scholars’ Retreat

NABS SCHOLARS GATHER AT DELPHI CORPORATION FOR ANOTHER OUTSTANDING RETREAT

The National Association of Black Suppliers Scholarship Fund Board presented the 9th Annual Scholars’ Retreat sponsored by Delphi Corporation Saturday, August 6, 2016 at Delphi HQ in Troy, MI. Attendees enjoyed a continental breakfast prior to the beginning of the session.

Rhonda Glover, NABSSF Executive Director, coordinated with Delphi to plan and implement the session.

He introduced fellow colleagues who also addressed the group and networked one-on-one with our scholars: Michael Couck, Global Manager, Talent and Learning, HR, James Beeler, Sales Account Manager, Ford CBU and Monique Veasley, Senior Category Leader.

This year’s speakers and their topics of discussion: • Michael Couck, Leadership Development• Cassie N. Troy, NABSSF Alumni, Resume Building• Victoria Hamilton, Michigan State University Class of 2018, Traveling Abroad • Aaron McClendon, Western State University Class of 2017 and Christian Cannon, University of Michigan-Dearborn Class of 2019, College Networking Hacks• Chelsea Carter, Kettering Universitiy Class of 2020 Being a Student in the Work Environment.

Jeanette M. Abraham, President and CEO JMA Logistics and NABSSF Board Chair delivered Words of Encouragement and introduced the host John E. Taylor, Senior Manager, Supplier Diversity Development, Delphi Global Supply Management.

Mr. Taylor welcomed the NABS Scholarship Fund Board and scholars to Delphi, shared highlights of his career which involved 35 years of supply management experience within Purchasing.

Recognizing that an investment in our children’s education is an investment in our economy and our future, the NABS Scholarship Fund board works diligently to help young scholars and their families afford the expense of a

college education at many of America’s premier institutions of higher learning.

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NABS Scholars with Mentors John E. Taylor, Michael Couck and

James Beeler in the back

September 23, 2016

John E. Taylor, Sr. Mgr. Supplier Diversity Development, Delphi Global Supply Mgmt.

THE 2016 NABS SCHOLARSHIP FUND SCHOLARS’ RETREAT (continued)

NABS Scholarship Fund, 28401 Schoolcraft Rd., Ste. 450, Livonia, MI 48150Phone (248) 872-2216

The NABS Scholarship Fund is an IRS 501(c)(3) organization, form 990 is on file.

Taylar and Tyler Dickson Grand Valley State University 2017

The NABS Scholarship Fund 29th Anniversary Awards LuncheonThe Henry Hotel

Wednesday, May 10, 2017Visit www.nabssf.org for more information

Chelsea Carter Kettering University 2020

D’errah Richardson 2020 MSU with Micah and Joshu Knox

2020 Central MI University

James Beeler and Michael Couck shaking hands & Donald Clark, 2014 Graduate from

Kettering University

Donald Clark, 2014 Kettering Univ. &Chelsea Carter, 2020 Kettering Univ.

“...I learned something different from each speaker and I am currently applying those same skills and ideas

towards my everyday life in pursuit of a great college

education and career thereafter.”

Randy Perkins 2020 MSU University

Aaron McClendon Christian Cannon

“Reflect on your network, show a diversity of friends in thought and action and be courageous enough to take a chance and

risk getting out of your comfort zone to be great!”

Michael Couck, Global Manager Talent and Learning, Delphi Corporation

“...The student retreat was very informative, motivating and well put together. There were many thought provoking topics discussed, and I felt more prepared to take on

college after attending the retreat...”D’errah Richardson 2020 MSU

“...The Retreat was very informative and provided

motivation for this 2016-2017 school year.”

Diante’ Hill 2020 UofM