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BLACKS IN GOVERNMENT

39th Annual National Training Institute 2017 Training Sessions

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7

BIG NTI Target Competencies ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7

NTI TRAINING CATEGORIES .............................................................................................................................................................................. 7

MONDAY, AUGUST 21, 2017 ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8

1:00 PM – 2:45 PM ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Impactful Career Planning ...................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Strategies that Move Diversity Beyond Inclusion ................................................................................................................................... 8

Money, Wealth, Retirement: Life Insurance .......................................................................................................................................... 8

Introduction to SharePoint 2010 – Power User ..................................................................................................................................... 8

Teamwork Makes Dreamwork – (Project Management) ....................................................................................................................... 9

“It’s Time to Press!” ............................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Leadership at its Best ........................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Is There a Leader in You? How to Lead to Create More Leaders ......................................................................................................... 10

Ethical Leadership: Personal Ethics in Public ........................................................................................................................................ 10

Silencing the “What Ifs:” Moving from Indecision to Action ................................................................................................................ 11

Make Better Decisions to Get Better Results ....................................................................................................................................... 11

MONDAY, AUGUST 21, 2017 .......................................................................................................................................................................... 11

3:00 PM – 4:45 PM .................................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Maximize Your Personality ................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Becoming a Professional Speaker: How to turn what you already know into a message that makes you money. ............................. 12

Seeing Diversity (Macro & Micro—Cultures) Through The Eyes Of God In The Workplace ................................................................. 12

The Mind Diversity Game ..................................................................................................................................................................... 12

How To Win $4‐Million With EEO & Title Vii Law ................................................................................................................................. 13

Money, Wealth, Retirement: Life Insurance ........................................................................................................................................ 13

How to Prevent Workplace Conflict ..................................................................................................................................................... 13

Basics of Property Disposal .................................................................................................................................................................. 13

Struggle is Optional: How to Ignore Your Ego and Listen to Your Sacred Intelligence ......................................................................... 14

How to Manage Stress ......................................................................................................................................................................... 14

How You Can Create Valuable Connections Through Networking (Networking Your Way Into Your Next Job) ................................. 14

TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2017 ........................................................................................................................................................................... 15

8:00 AM – 9:45 AM .................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Listen to Me! How Women can be Passionate and still Communicate with Power and Clarity .......................................................... 15

How to Be a World Citizen: Connecting with Cultures of the World from Your Own Backyard ........................................................... 15

Understanding your Retirement and Health Benefits .......................................................................................................................... 15

No More Guessing! The Truth and Facts About Your Benefits and Retirement ................................................................................... 16

Microsoft InfoPath 2010 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 16



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How Women Leaders Can Release Untapped Talent and Soar at Work .............................................................................................. 16

Leadership by Inspiration ..................................................................................................................................................................... 17

Creating Strategic Partnerships Through Internal and External Collaboration .................................................................................... 17

You Are Your Brand: Building from The Inside Out .............................................................................................................................. 17

Millenial: A generation not an issue ..................................................................................................................................................... 18

Strategies for Engaging the EEO Process .............................................................................................................................................. 18

TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2017 ........................................................................................................................................................................... 19

10:00 AM – 11:45 AM ................................................................................................................................................................................ 19

Career Success Strategies: 10 Steps to Jump Start Your Career ........................................................................................................... 19

“How You Show Up” (Interview Preparation) ...................................................................................................................................... 19

How To Deliver World Class Customer Service‐ In Your Agency .......................................................................................................... 20

The Power Of Public Speaking: How To Speak With Passion And Presence ........................................................................................ 20

Addressing Victims of Domestic Violence in the Federal Government ................................................................................................ 20

TEAM – Together Everyone Achieves More (Diversity) ........................................................................................................................ 21

How To Create A Millionaire Mindset .................................................................................................................................................. 21

Interest Based Negotiations ................................................................................................................................................................. 21

Raising Positive Children in a Negative World ...................................................................................................................................... 22

FAMILYWORK™ .................................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Managing Workplace Stress ................................................................................................................................................................. 23

How to Defend Against a Reduction in Force (RIF) .............................................................................................................................. 23

TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2017 ........................................................................................................................................................................... 24

1:00 PM – 2:45 PM .................................................................................................................................................................................... 24

Communicate Up The Corporate Ladder, How To Succeed in Business with Clarity and Confidence.................................................. 24

Seeing Diversity (Macro & Micro—Cultures) Through The Eyes Of God In The Workplace ................................................................. 24

Believe & Go: Successful Entrepreneurship ......................................................................................................................................... 24

Common Mistakes Made in the EEO Federal Sector Complaint Process (EO) ..................................................................................... 25

Retirement Planning: Projection vs. Reality ......................................................................................................................................... 25

Financial Planning for Federal Employees in the Retirement Red Zone ............................................................................................... 25

Mastering the Science and Art of Emotional Intelligence (EQ): A Managing Self, People, and Performance Competency Workshop 26

Networking for Silo Smashing .............................................................................................................................................................. 26

“Do it Afraid!” ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 26

You have 7 Seconds. Make Them Count! ............................................................................................................................................. 27

Accelerating your organization to the cloud: cloud.gov ....................................................................................................................... 27

State of the Federal Black Workforce .................................................................................................................................................. 28

TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2017 ........................................................................................................................................................................... 28

3:00 PM – 4:45 PM .................................................................................................................................................................................... 28

Tell Your Story, Live Your Story, Be Your Story ..................................................................................................................................... 28



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Protecting Retirement Assets in a Volatile Marketplace ...................................................................................................................... 29

The 411 on the TSP .............................................................................................................................................................................. 29

Financial Renovations: Preparing for The Good, The Bad and The Ugly .............................................................................................. 29

Table Salt: The Real Public Enemy #1 ................................................................................................................................................... 30

Becoming the Agency Leader of Change: How to Lead People, Manage Change and Be More Resilient in the Workplace ............... 30

Coaching Resilient Leaders ................................................................................................................................................................... 30

Resilience: The Process Map ................................................................................................................................................................ 31

Getting Things Done in Teams ‐ Managing Difficult Bosses and Coworkers ........................................................................................ 31

How You Can Create Valuable Connections Through Networking (Networking Your Way Into Your Next Job) .................................. 32

Start, Grow, Scale: Live – How To Be An Expert Without A Large Investment ..................................................................................... 32

Rebooting Harassment Prevention”: Report of the Co‐Chairs of the Select Task Force on the Study of Harassment in the Workplace ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 32

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2017 ..................................................................................................................................................................... 34

8:00 AM – 9:45 AM .................................................................................................................................................................................... 34

Federal Plan Retirement/Tax Free Retirement .................................................................................................................................... 34

Please Respect My Generation! 5 Generations at Work ...................................................................................................................... 34

Managing Unconscious Bias: A Framework for Eliminating Micro‐messages and Micro‐aggressions in the Workplace ..................... 34

Believe & Go: Control Outcomes And Create Harmony ....................................................................................................................... 35

Traits of a Dynamic Leader ................................................................................................................................................................... 35

Stress Management For Professionals ................................................................................................................................................. 36

Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Administrator ........................................................................................................................................... 36

Creating the Complete Package: Managing Your Time for Success ..................................................................................................... 36

How Secure Do You Feel About Your Retirement Income? ................................................................................................................. 37

How to be a Professional Speaker and Make Money ........................................................................................................................... 37

Let’s Get That Job! ............................................................................................................................................................................... 37

Common Agency Pitfalls Regarding Failure to Provide Reasonable Accommodation ......................................................................... 38


10:00 AM – 11:45 AM ................................................................................................................................................................................ 39

Impromptu Speaking ............................................................................................................................................................................ 39

Seven Tips For Working While Black & Working While White: Race In The Workplace ....................................................................... 39

Build a Strategy ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 39

Workforce Incivility .............................................................................................................................................................................. 40

The Secret Sauce of Wealth Building – What we all should have learned BEFORE college. ................................................................. 40

Understanding Your Federal Employee Benefits For The New Retirement Climate ............................................................................ 40

Now Is Your Time ‐Work Life Balance (Time Management) ................................................................................................................. 41

Managing Conflict and Difficult Situations for Business Leaders ......................................................................................................... 41

Radiate the Brain & Change the Game! ............................................................................................................................................... 42



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Successful Living For A Successful Life ................................................................................................................................................. 42

Me, Myself & I: The Core Relationship ................................................................................................................................................. 42

Equal Employment Opportunity and Mediation .................................................................................................................................. 42


1:00 PM – 2:45 PM .................................................................................................................................................................................... 43

Career Navigation Strategies for the Public Sector Manager ............................................................................................................... 43

Communicating with Excellence: How to communicate with Power, Persuasion and Clarity in the workplace. ................................. 44

A Truly Inclusive Environment ‐ Managing Unconscious Bias in the Workplace .................................................................................. 44

Gaining Influence Through Service and Empowerment ....................................................................................................................... 45

No More Guessing! The Truth and Facts About Your Benefits and Retirement ................................................................................... 45

Telework and Your Health….Mental and Physical ................................................................................................................................ 45

Introduction To Working With Data ..................................................................................................................................................... 46

Demystifying Political Savviness ........................................................................................................................................................... 46

Leadership at its Best ........................................................................................................................................................................... 47

Building Program‐Based Budgets ......................................................................................................................................................... 47

Start, Grow, Scale: Live – How To Be An Expert Without A Large Investment ..................................................................................... 48

How to Defend Against a Reduction in Force (RIF) .............................................................................................................................. 48


3:00 PM – 4:45 PM .................................................................................................................................................................................... 49

How To Deliver World Class Customer Service‐ In Your Agency .......................................................................................................... 49

Saving Your Future: Are You Ready to Retire? Really? ......................................................................................................................... 49

Implementing Your Individual Development Plan (IDP) ....................................................................................................................... 49

Man to Man: What it takes be a successful man in the workplace. ..................................................................................................... 50

Effective Communication and Leadership! .......................................................................................................................................... 50

Courageous Leadership ........................................................................................................................................................................ 51

Making Culture Change Stick ............................................................................................................................................................... 51

The Building Blocks of Success: Connecting Leadership to Succession Planning ................................................................................. 52

Selling You! ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 52

Be Determined to Achieve Your Dreams .............................................................................................................................................. 52

Financial Management‐Grants: Pre/Post/Closeout Awards ................................................................................................................ 53

State of the Federal Black Workforce .................................................................................................................................................. 53

THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 2017 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 54

8:00 AM –9:45 AM .................................................................................................................................................................................... 54

We Can Do Better: Diversifying the Workforce, Lessons Learned in Tech ........................................................................................... 54

Equal Employment Opportunities: Myth and Reality ........................................................................................................................... 54

Protecting Retirement Assets in a Volatile Marketplace ...................................................................................................................... 54

Benefit Maximization Strategy for Financial Success ........................................................................................................................... 55



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Understanding How Domestic Violence Spills Into the Workplace . .................................................................................................... 55

Making Self‐Care Your New Healthcare ............................................................................................................................................... 55

Simple Conscious Living Strategies for Longevity and Vitality .............................................................................................................. 55

Man to Man: What it takes be a successful man in the workplace. ..................................................................................................... 56

FAMILYWORK™ .................................................................................................................................................................................... 56

Suicide Prevention & Violence Awareness ........................................................................................................................................... 57

Millenial: A generation not an issue ..................................................................................................................................................... 57

How You Can Create Valuable Connections Through Networking (Networking Your Way Into Your Next Job) ................................. 58

THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 2017 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 58

10:00 AM –11:45 AM ................................................................................................................................................................................ 58

Let’s Get That Job! ............................................................................................................................................................................... 58

Now You are Talking............................................................................................................................................................................. 59

Defusing Stereotypes: Live, Learn, and Work Better ........................................................................................................................... 59

Understanding Your Federal Employee Benefits For The New Retirement Climate ............................................................................ 59

Financial Management‐Grants: Pre/Post/Closeout Awards ................................................................................................................ 60

Introduction to User‐centered Design ................................................................................................................................................. 60

Black Lives Matter ‐ Combating Over Aggressive Policing .................................................................................................................... 61

Avoiding Personal and Professional Manipulation ............................................................................................................................... 62

Critical Thinking Skills for Government Success ................................................................................................................................... 62

WORKSHOP INSTRUCTORS’ BIOs .................................................................................................................................................................... 64

CPE/CLP Form ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 82

WORKSHOP DAILEY WORKSHEET ................................................................................................................................................................... 83



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INTRODUCTION

n an era of shrinking personnel and increased responsibility, government workers require guidance in self‐discovery and

learning, which expand their understanding of leadership while building practical abilities and developing self‐

awareness. The Blacks In Government (BIG) National Training Institute (NTI) training sessions are selected to provide

participants with a variety of tools and resources for professional and personal development. Training sessions cover topics

ranging from competency and personal development to awareness of social, government, and agency issues and

challenges. The following table identifies the targeted competencies for professional development:

BIG NTI Target Competencies

Leading Change Creativity and Innovation Flexibility Resilience

Results Driven Decisiveness Problem Solving

Leading People Conflict Management Leveraging Diversity Team Building Interpersonal Skills Oral Communication Ethical decisions

Business Acumen Entrepreneurship Financial Management

Personal development training sessions include learning opportunities geared toward building human capital, improving awareness, developing talents and potential, enhancing quality of life, and contributing to employability. Blacks In Government is committed to improving individuals’ board skills and increasing their effectiveness in the family, workplace, and society.

NTI TRAINING CATEGORIES

CD Career Development HR Human Resource Management

CS Communications Skills HW Health Awareness and Wellness

DM Diversity Management IT Information Technology

EEO BIG EEO Institute/ EEO/Personnel LM Leadership and Management Skills

EN Entrepreneurship PQ Personal Performance/Quality of Life

FM Financial Management TP Technical and Professional Skills

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MONDAY, AUGUST 21, 2017

1:00 PM – 2:45 PM

CATEGORY TRAINING SESSION

DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTOR CPE/CLP

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CD Impactful Career Planning

This workshop provides an overview of the essential elements for strategic career planning. It provides guidance on each step of the process in series of simple questions and a related handout. Participants are empowered by the impact of converting their desires to an actionable plan and motivated by the analogy of looking at their career as their family’s intellectual property.

Allison Manswell 2 Wildwood 1 & 2

DS Strategies that Move Diversity Beyond Inclusion

To leverage diversity as a business strategy, improve performance, and increase customer satisfaction organizations must create cultures that push the boundaries of diversity beyond inclusion. The goal of this training is help participants learn how to create a workplace that leverages the potential of every individual contributor or group regardless of their uniqueness. Participants will learn how to create diversity competent cultures where people feel connected, empowered and authentic.

Michael Powell 2 Wildwood 17

FM Money, Wealth, Retirement: Life Insurance

This workshop session will cover ways participants can use life insurance to secure income for retirement. It will show how Globe Life packages can help them through their retirement years.

Damonn Cathchings

Wildwood 22

IT Introduction to SharePoint 2010 – Power User

This workshop will cover:

Basic Features

Libraries (Documents, Pictures, & Wikis) ‐ Document Libraries, Pictures Libraries, Wiki Libraries

Lists ‐ Announcements, Contacts, Contacts, Calendars, Links, Tasks, Surveys, Discussion Boards, Blogs, Custom Lists, List Templates, Custom List from Excel

Full Permission Features

Marggie Randall 2 Wildwood 8 & 9



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1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



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Web Parts ‐ Creating Web Parts, Image Web Parts, Content Editor Web Part

User Settings ‐ Creating MySite, Personalizing Pages

Pages, Sites & Workspaces ‐ Creating Basic Pages, Creating Web Part Pages, Creating Sites and Workspace Views

LM

Teamwork Makes Dreamwork – (Project Management)

Participants will understand how to work on their life long careers and dreams, become successful, and you will be compensated for what you love to do. Participants will also address challenges in the workplace because of poor planning, eliminate communication distractions and focus on not just personal but also team goals. Choosing right over wrong, ethics over convenience and truth over popularity will allow team goals to be accomplished. Projects can be successful in the work place if everyone can concentrate on their own performance and behavior ,not that of their counterparts. Teamwork helps most people listen, observe and respond positively without defending their productivity or performance.

Dr. Robert Lemon

2 Wildwood 18 & 19

LM “It’s Time to Press!”

In this workshop, Dr. Stewart demonstrates sound strategies, from her professional basketball career, of how to score and win BIG in the game called “life.” She drives home the fact that none of us can revert to a nonchalant attitude if we intend to make great strides in our careers and move up the corporate ladder. She stresses the fact that we must put on a full‐court press and demand that our presence, our talents and skillsets are recognized by upper management. Attendees will be motivated to pursue

Dr. Valerie Martin‐Stewart

2 Wildwood 20 & 21



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1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



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their goals utilizing an approach that’s sure to score BIG.

LM Leadership at its Best

This workshop will help you to gain vital management people skills and technical skills—guaranteed to make your team more cohesive, motivated and productive. As a manager/supervisor you will gain the essential skills and knowledge of delegating, communicating, conflict resolution, working with difficult people and more.

Joann Tolbert‐Yancy

2 Wildwood 5 & 6

LM

Is There a Leader in You? How to Lead to Create More Leaders

Many aspire to leadership but few understand its true nature. Leadership is not an ego game, leadership means taking responsibility and setting aside personal desires. Leadership means taking action, not relying only on talk. Leadership is a place you go to serve, not to be served. Whether you’re part of a multinational corporation, a small business person, a school administrator, a coach, or simply aspiring to great achievements, your ability to lead, inspire others, and make leaders out of them is an invaluable skill to have.

Ola Joseph, M.A., DTM

2 Wildwood 14

LM

Ethical Leadership: Personal Ethics in Public

Leadership is a relationship between people. Therefore, the ability to ethically influence others is a major determination of effective leadership. This workshop will help individuals understand how to recognize and navigate ethical situations and dilemmas as a Leader. Participants will discover:

A Definition for Leadership

Wanda Scott 2 Wildwood 15



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1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



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A Closer Look at ETHICS An Ethical Decision Making Tool Skills Needed to Lead Ethically

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Silencing the “What Ifs:” Moving from Indecision to Action

This training will help participants uncover the worries and nagging questions that keep them stuck. Do you need a push to go after a promotion, a venture, a relationship or anything that is new or outside of your normal? Before you can make any move, are you paralyzed by an avalanche of worry that begins with “What if…?” If you want to tune out the “what ifs,” this training is for you. Objectives are to 1) recognize/identify areas of indecision and inaction; 2) target thoughts that feed indecision; 3) introduce thoughts and behaviors that align with decision‐making, and 4) chart an action path.

Dr. Rosell Jenkins

2 Wildwood 16

PD Make Better Decisions to Get Better Results

The instructor takes you on a journey that will help you discern better results. She also gives strategies and tips on how to make better decisions in the future than you have made in the past. With better decision making skills, there is nothing that will be impossible for you.

Melanie Bonita 2 Wildwood 3 & 4


3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



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CS Maximize Your Personality

“The Power of Your Personality” is an excellent tool for developing communication and interpersonal skills in a crisis‐charged environment. Whether it's in the workplace or with family, friends, and associates maximizing this information is invaluable in helping one manage their relationships with

Dr. Rochelle E. Oaks

2 Wildwood 17



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3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



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people more effectively. Attendees will learn and understand how to style‐shift by transitioning from the dominate and most comfortable personality style to the sub‐dominate personality at the correct time. Managers and supervisors that attend this training will be more apt in developing leaders and managing behaviors less by giving the right assignment to the right person.

CS

Becoming a Professional Speaker: How to turn what you already know into a message that makes you money.

Are you ready to take your communication skills to the next level and turn what you already know into a message that people will pay you for? If so, then you’re ready to attend a special workshop that is design to teach you how to turn your years of government training and knowledge into a new career as a professional speaker. The session will also teach you the (how‐ to) strategies, tactics and insights on how to promote yourself as a professional speaker.

Johnny Campbell, DTM

2 Wildwood 3 & 4

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Seeing Diversity (Macro & Micro—Cultures) Through The Eyes Of God In The Workplace

Presenting old historic truths about diversity (race) in new and innovative ways. Learn to respect one another through macro and micro‐cultural paradigms. This interactive, lively, spiritual, psychological, sociological, anthropological, educational, and humorous "talk show" style facilitation workshop will address “hot button” topics on race relations and multiculturalism in the age of life after the historic 44th presidency of The Hon. Barack H. Obama, Jr. Also “water‐cooler” issues that Supervisors and Employees may not feel comfortable discussing with their peers in the workplace will be addressed.

Dr. Eric Anthony Joseph

2 Wildwood 5 & 6

DS The Mind Diversity Game

This workshop allows individuals and groups to explore the differences in thinking style preferences and mental diversity. You will experience why some individuals and groups work well together and others don't. Why some groups are productive and fun and others are not. This is a fun and interactive

Pamela E. Oxendine & Marcia Richards

2 Wildwood 8 & 9



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3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



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workshop which focus on individual diversity and teamwork.

EO How To Win $4‐Million With EEO & Title Vii Law

Justice can prevail given the time and understanding, knowing the process, and finally presenting it to the mediator, judge and/or jury. Presenter will recount 30 years to justice, the toll on his life, his career, and the relief finally brought by his landmark judgment in Federal Court. Presenter has developed an impressive track record representing many other Federal workers today and will discuss the latest EEOC regulations that Complainants need to know and answer questions on details never discussed by employers as knowing your rights. He is not an attorney but has successfully prevailed in administrative hearings over many agency attorneys.

Matthew Fogg Wildwood 16

FM Money, Wealth, Retirement: Life Insurance

This workshop session will cover ways participants can use life insurance to secure income for retirement. It will show how Globe Life packages can help them through their retirement years.

Damonn Cathchings

Wildwood 22

LM How to Prevent Workplace Conflict

With the federal government going through financial constraints and agencies facing federal freeze on hiring, many agencies see a drastic increase in workplace conflict. This workshop will specifically address participants on how to prevent and deal with workplace conflict by offering tips to use when faced with workplace conflict. This is an interactive workshop. Participants need to bring a pen/pencil. Work booklets will be distributed.

Cynthia D. Dunn

2 Wildwood 20 & 21

OT Basics of Property Disposal

During GSA’s Basics of Property Disposal training course, agencies will learn how to properly dispose of federal owned personal property. This training will examine the four steps of the typical disposal process (internal screening, federal screening, state/local screening, and sales) as well as special programs such as Computers for Learning.

Christina Shaw Wildwood 14



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3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



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The course will also cover the abandonment and destruction rules and regulations.

PD

Struggle is Optional: How to Ignore Your Ego and Listen to Your Sacred Intelligence

No matter who you are, you will be confronted with difficult circumstances that require you to make choices. How you choose to deal with those circumstances makes all the difference in the world. Struggling is an option and does not have to be your option. In this workshop, Dr. Curry Avery helps you discover how to change the rules, if following the rules leads to prolonged suffering. She provides strategies to shift your thinking and helps you discover how to tap into your sacred intelligence, that inner sacred part of you that helps you to make choices that will manifest your greatness.

Dr. Terrlyn L. Curry Avery

2 Wildwood 15

PD How to Manage Stress

How to create a mental attitude that is so convinced of one's power that is so complete that one can control situations and elevate to the plane of confidence that eliminate all forms of stress, which will be moved both consciously and subjectively.

Rabboni Selah 2 Wildwood 18 & 19

PD

How You Can Create Valuable Connections Through Networking (Networking Your Way Into Your Next Job)

By taking part in this workshop, attendees will learn how to network into their next job. They will also learn: The do’s and don’ts of networking Active role playing The right and wrong way to network How to turn contacts into your next

job opportunity How to step into the spotlight and

outshine your competition

Theresa Royal Brown

2 Wildwood 1 & 2



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TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2017

8:00 AM – 9:45 AM



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CS

Listen to Me! How Women can be Passionate and still Communicate with Power and Clarity

By taking part in this workshop, attendees will learn how to passionately communicate, and not be blind sighted by unconscious perceptions. Excellent communication is not gender specific. Awareness is the key for women to excel in their communication in diverse environments. Attendees will also learn:

Passionate does not equal Emotional

Assertive is not Aggressive

Tone Conveys Confidence

How your presence is Power!

Many words do not equate to clarity

Wanda L. Scott 2 Wildwood 1 & 2

DS

How to Be a World Citizen: Connecting with Cultures of the World from Your Own Backyard

The climate of today’s world, along with the instant access to global violence provided by technology, has many US citizens intimidated by international travel and in fear of engaging with other cultures. Whether immigration is legal or illegal, people from all over the world are a part of our global community, and we are quickly becoming one world. While life in the cradle of civilization is indeed complex, the media also intensifies our fear by sharing an outsider’s perspective of the world.

Stephanie Gregoire‐Mckinney

2 Wildwood 3 & 4

FM

Understanding your Retirement and Health Benefits

Everyone looks forward to retirement. You’ve worked long hours, put away money from every paycheck, and made sure you’re ready to enjoy the golden years of your life. But what about your health insurance? How does Medicare factor into your plan? Are you paying too much? Is your plan still the best one for you? Join us for an in depth look at how Medicare and FEHB program work together for you. We’ll also take a look

Sekou Mitchell Wildwood 16



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8:00 AM – 9:45 AM



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at Aetna Direct, a new plan designed to help retirees save.

FM

No More Guessing! The Truth and Facts About Your Benefits and Retirement

This workshop is ideal for federal employees early in their career, mid‐career, or pre‐retirement looking at ways to maximize their federal benefits and annuity. Our Workshops offer expert advice on federal benefits and retirement planning.

Tonette Delk, Cedric Lancaster, King McCray, Brian Shackelford

Wildwood 14

IT Microsoft InfoPath 2010

Microsoft InfoPath 2010 helps you to design rich form solutions, even if you are a new InfoPath user. Automation and simplified workflow helps you more quickly and easily start to build simple forms. Then, design and layout improvements such as the ribbon and the new Backstage window help make it easier to find the tools to help you create attractive and effective forms, which then helps make it easier for people to fill out the forms. InfoPath 2010 also integrates more deeply with SharePoint, and provides increased feature and control support for browser forms. This helps make it easier to use the Web to gather and keep information


LM

How Women Leaders Can Release Untapped Talent and Soar at Work

Researchers at Cornell University concluded that businesses thrive better under female ownership; that women make outstanding corporate leaders, managers, and entrepreneurs. The best organizations encourage the strongest talent to rise to the top. However, you are only at your best when your communication is clear and confident. Effective business communication is both direct and diplomatic; it is well‐presented and confident. This workshop will equip you with tools and techniques to communicate with more impact – thus; you will manage your team more

Casey Carpenter 2 Wildwood 20 & 21



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8:00 AM – 9:45 AM



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effectively, articulate your ideas more clearly, and state your business cases more powerfully.

LM Leadership by Inspiration

The success of every organization and business hinges on good leadership. This workshop, “Leadership By Inspiration” will assist all levels of leaders and employees define their purpose and align it with activities that will create cohesiveness in the workplace as well as bring strategic clarification for forward movement. It will also help you maximize your motivation to increase productivity, so that desired results will be the outcome.

Katrina Ferguson 2 Wildwood 22

LM

Creating Strategic Partnerships Through Internal and External Collaboration

This session will have you take a look at strategies and methodologies for developing creative solutions to our nation’s challenges by instituting partnerships across agency lines. Through case studies from AmeriCorps, White House working groups experiences, non –profit, private partnerships and role play, participants will look at how an employee can become a change agent within their respective agency while developing low to no cost strategies to advance policies and assist their constituents/customers through active internal and external collaboration. Addressing ECQs : Building Coalitions and Leading Change.

Marcus Brownrigg (CNCS) & Michelle Clark

2 Wildwood 8 & 9

PD

You Are Your Brand: Building from The Inside Out

While many focus on building the exterior of a brand, You Are Your Brand: Building from the Inside Out focuses on what it takes to build the interior of a brand, YOU! Whether “emerging” or “reemerging” in your career this workshop if for you. Leaders, this session is for you. You will walk away inspired, informed and with tools to become

Felicia Shakespeare

2 Wildwood 15



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8:00 AM – 9:45 AM



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intentional about living a life of purpose by presenting the best possible you to the world because you are your brand! Specific topics include: Understanding your value, rising to the top in your area of expertise now and more!

PD Millenial: A generation not an issue

This workshop explores the theory that the “Millenial Problem” is really a problem of work place environment. In it you will be exposed to the characteristics of companies whose employees praise their working environment. You will also be given the opportunity to define those things that are most important to you in the workplace and learn techniques for choosing the right employee or employer. Before it’s all over you will have a chance to participate in a forum with individuals who have found success creating great work environments, connecting to their teams, while netting great results in their respective fields. And even though they are not the issue, there will be millenials on our panel who can speak from their point of view.

Kerrol Codallo, Art Faison, Bryan Jones, Mike Matthews, Gary Magel, Ian Adams, Brett Jones, Jeremiah Dace

2 Wildwood 5 & 6

EEO Institute

Strategies for Engaging the EEO Process

This workshop emphasizes the importance of having a thorough understanding of the basis for filing a discrimination claim and how to implement an effective strategy to navigate the process. Among other topics, attendees of this workshop will learn when to file an informal EEO complaint, what to expect, how to initiate contact with an EEO counselor, whether to engage in mediation or ADR, what to expect when filing a formal complaint and when to engage an attorney during the EEO process.

Donna Rucker, JD

Tully Rinckey PLLC’s

Avalon 18



19


10:00 AM – 11:45 AM



ROOM

CD

Career Success Strategies: 10 Steps to Jump Start Your Career

This workshop will explore the dynamics of career advancement in the federal government and demonstrate techniques that employees can use to create opportunities for advancement. The most important requirement is to believe in yourself; however, we live in a society that does not teach us to believe in ourselves. This workshop will help you get unstuck.

Conrad Brian Law

2 Wildwood 1 & 2

CD

“How You Show Up” (Interview Preparation)

This session prefaces navigating through the various stages of the interview process. It will demystify and define what “how you show up” truly means in relation to the various aspects of interviewing, and reveal how you are seen from the eyes of a potential employer from the initial point of connection to negotiating salaries and closing the deal. At its core, this self‐awareness and self‐preparation work is necessary if you are to be a true contender in today’s competitive market. In this interactive and insightful workshop, we will explore game‐changing interview questions and scenarios that will help you be more confident as you interview, and that will help you know what to expect in today’s job market regardless of the sector.

Cornelia Wright 2 Wildwood 3 & 4



20


10:00 AM – 11:45 AM



ROOM

CS

How To Deliver World Class Customer Service‐ In Your Agency

Organizations allocate a large amount of their marketing budget dedicated to building a positive and trustful relationship with the public. They think carefully about the type of customer that they wish to attract, the image their brand portrays, and how they communicate the benefits of their products and/or services to potential customers. All of that hard work can be undone in a few minutes with bad customer service.

Gail Crowder 2 Wildwood 17

CS

The Power Of Public Speaking: How To Speak With Passion And Presence

How confident are you when you speak? Do butterflies attack your stomach whenever you speak before an audience? Can you confidently express your thoughts and ideas and make people buy into your ideas or do you get nervous and clam up? Do you dread speaking in front of an audience? Have you passed up opportunities to shine because of your fear of public speaking? Don’t let your fear of public speaking prevent you from getting ahead personally and professionally.


2 Wildwood 8 & 9

HW

Addressing Victims of Domestic Violence in the Federal Government

Adrianne Brady was an employee of the Federal Government when she entered into marriage that would cause her life to change drastically. During this time she was a victim of physical, verbal, and mental abuse which impactd her job performance and attendance which ultimately led to her being fired. Since she came out of the abuse, she shares her story and gives insight as to what could have been done to help her. She is the publisher of "I Survived" True Encounter of a Battered Woman and Addressing Domestic Violence in the Workplace.

Adrianne D. Brady

Wildwood 22



21


10:00 AM – 11:45 AM



ROOM

LM

TEAM – Together Everyone Achieves More (Diversity)

This session encourages diversity leadership skills and builds confidence, self esteem and integrity. Discover ways to connect with others, learn tips for capitalizing on talents of a diverse team. Do you have unresponsive or difficult team members? Simply changing your approach will affect your success with others. Your style of coaching has the power enhance relationships , open lines of communication, and improve you credibility with others. Multicultural Diversity and Inclusion will be the focus learning objectives of this training. This presentation has been presented for the IRS, USDA, CDC, NRC, VA Healthcare, US Forest Service, and many corporate, college, associations and organizations.

Dr. Robert Lemon

2 Wildwood 20 & 21

LM How To Create A Millionaire Mindset

This workshop is a must for all! So often employers struggle with creating the right environment for success in the workplace by offering various human resources services. While this is good, but the quickest way to increase a workplace success matrix is to “enlarge” individuals’ thinking capacity. By individuals having a millionaire mindset it will expand their capacity to become a global solutionist, a transformational leader as well as be able to attract wealth into their lives. Individuals operating in a millionaire mindset will think higher which will create a frequently of success daily. This class is for those who would dare to think and operate like rich people.

Dr. Shirley Clark 2 Wildwood 14

LM Interest Based Negotiations

Students will learn a new way to negotiate. Students will learn, practice and have fun learning the five (5) basic IBN principles. This IBN method will help

Pamela E. Oxendine and Dr. Sarah E. Harris

2 Wildwood 18 & 19



22


10:00 AM – 11:45 AM



ROOM

you negotiate with your family, friends, employers and businesses….it can be used in all facets of personal and professional life. This is an interactive workshop that emphasizes problem solving, flexibility, and solutions for conflict management to develop effective decisions and, at the same time, maintain positive relationships. Attendance in Part 1 is a pre‐requisite for attending Part 2

OT

Raising Positive Children in a Negative World

This engaging workshop will explore effective parenting skills to engage, support the cognitive, social, emotional growth and values of children from birth to 15 years old. Discussion will include societal changes such as music, internet, values violence, TV and impact our children from the 60’s to present. Participants who are parents, grandparents, family relative’s neighbors and friends are encouraged to attend.

Amina Jones Law Wildwood 15

OT FAMILYWORK™

While the world is evolving at a rapid pace, technologies advancing, and politicians focusing on their personal agendas, the most important institution in our society, the family—is not thriving, and in many cases may be deteriorating. Families must organize their members and begin to address their unfinished business if they are to be prepared for the challenging times ahead. In this solutions‐oriented and interactive workshop, thought leader and founder of the American Family Responsibility Movement™, Bobbi Hicks, will share original concepts, keys and principals, which families can use to take responsibility and create a better future for their own. This will include

Bobbi Hicks 2 Wildwood 16



23


10:00 AM – 11:45 AM



ROOM

defining the work of the family and sharing strategies that participants can use to improve quality of life for their family members.

PD Managing Workplace Stress

This workshop will help you master the art of work effectively through others. It will provide practical guidance on the qualities of leadership required today to successfully inspire and lead others. You will gain the essential skills and knowledge of delegating, communicating, conflict resolution, working with difficult people, and more.


2 Wildwood 5 & 6

EEO Institute

How to Defend Against a Reduction in Force (RIF)

This workshop will provide detailed information on how to get ahead of the potential reduction in force (RIFs) that appear to be coming and what options you have if you receive one. Options for federal employees range from early retirement, bumping someone in a lower grade, eligibility for discontinued service retirement, relocation either geographically or to a different agency. The presentation will also include how to make sure your personnel file is correct and up to date. Studies of past RIFS have shown women and minorities have been targeted disproportionately, therefore making your file correct critical.

Debra D’Agostino, JD

Federal Practice Group

Avalon 18



24


1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



ROOM

CS

Communicate Up The Corporate Ladder, How To Succeed in Business with Clarity and Confidence

Frequently employees are told they cannot be promoted because of their communication skills. Their vision for the future is to move up the corporate ladder and maybe even be the Vice President, President, or the CEO; but they cannot reach that goal with their current communication style. According to the 2016 Bloomberg Job Skills Report communication skills are the most sought after skillset across industries. If today’s vision is to climb the corporate ladder of success, this workshop will give the attendees the tools to achieve that reality tomorrow.

Jayne Latz 2 Wildwood 15

DS

Seeing Diversity (Macro & Micro—Cultures) Through The Eyes Of God In The Workplace

Presenting old historic truths about diversity (race) in new and innovative ways. Learn to respect one another through macro and micro‐cultural paradigms. This interactive, lively, spiritual, psychological, sociological, anthropological, educational, and humorous "talk show" style facilitation workshop will address “hot button” topics on race relations and multiculturalism in the age of life after the historic 44th presidency of The Hon. Barack H. Obama, Jr. Also “water‐cooler” issues that Supervisors and Employees may not feel comfortable discussing with their peers in the workplace will be addressed.

Dr. Eric Anthony Joseph

2 Wildwood 3 & 4

EN Believe & Go: Successful Entrepreneurship

In this workshop, the participants will be taken through the portions of Marcus’ Believe & Go Marketplace course that are most critical for a successful launch of a start‐up business or building onto an existing brand, such as: Is it a business or a

Dr. Marcus Howard

2 Wildwood 5 & 6



25


1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



ROOM

product, effective branding, and overcoming potential obstacles. By the end of this workshop participants should walk away with a great working understanding of their entrepreneurship strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats; along with some practical processes for obtaining desired success goals, finding and attracting the proper target market, and innovative marketing.

EO

Common Mistakes Made in the EEO Federal Sector Complaint Process (EO)

The purpose of the training is to identify some of the most common mistakes in the EEO federal sector complaint process beginning with the informal counseling process through the formal investigation process. The training will provide essential information and dispel some misconceptions about the EEO process. Learn practical tips on how to keep your complaint from being invalid, and how to navigate through the complaint process.

Sandra Adams Wildwood 8 & 9

FM

Retirement Planning: Projection vs. Reality

Topic focuses on difference between retirement income and the challenges you will face in retirement. Some of the greatest challenges retirees will face will be identified, which can help employees develop realistic retirement goals to overcome these challenges in order to achieve a comfortable retirement.

James De La Torre

Wildwood 16

FM

Financial Planning for Federal Employees in the Retirement Red Zone

Are you ready to retire but are not sure what to do? This workshop will provide attendees that are within 10 years of retirement strategies on how to prepare for retirement. Some of the topics covered will be budgeting, TSP, insurance, retirement income.

Nicolas Abrams, CFP® and Roderick Liptrot

Wildwood 22



26


1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



ROOM

LM

Mastering the Science and Art of Emotional Intelligence (EQ): A Managing Self, People, and Performance Competency Workshop

Do you feel challenges in recognizing or understanding your mood, emotions and drive? Are you having difficulty to control nd redirect disruptive impulses and moods? Do you feel the need to understand the emotional make‐up of other people and how to manage relationships and build networks? Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is the common denominator to sound decision‐making, productivity and success. Forward thinkers and decision makers continue to mine EQ for business tools that lead to superior performance. Professionals trained in the application of EQ will be able to build an emotionally intelligent culture. Through the Science and Art of Emotional Intelligence workshop, employees will become better in recognizing, understanding and using the power of emotions to facilitate high levels of collaboration and productivity.

Dr. Cherry Collier

2 Wildwood 20 & 21

LM Networking for Silo Smashing

Networking is not just for finding a new job. Strategic networking helps you meet organizational goals and customer expectations. This workshop, through interactive activities and real‐world examples, will provide you with tools to build coalitions internally and externally to achieve common goals and tear down silos.

John Sporing, Jr 2 Wildwood 14

PD “Do it Afraid!”

Most people fear failure, while very few fear success and some fear them both. However, we fear many things that are never going to happen in life! This workshop will identify the causes of fear, failure, depression and


2 Wildwood 1 & 2



27


1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



ROOM

rejection. You will discover how to move past each of them and live a fearless life! Fear limits and even stagnate our growth preventing us to propel forward out of its clutches! We must learn to face all of our fears else they will cause us to live a life full of dread, disappointment and loss of desire.

PD You have 7 Seconds. Make Them Count!

People whom we meet make quick decisions about us. Should they hire us? Trust us? Vote for us? It takes a blink of an eye and like it or not, you are going to be judged. Simply because our brains are built to size each other up quickly. The good thing is that this impression is something you can control, and Sylvie will show you how you can influence the message you send to others. It’s a combination of your dress, your attitude, how you communicate and how you present yourself on the Internet. These are all things that you can shape and mold to work in your and your organization’s favor, and help you to become the leader that you deserve to be.

Sylvie di Giusto 2 Wildwood 18 & 19

TP

Accelerating your organization to the cloud: cloud.gov

Software teams across government are looking to move their applications to the cloud. However, as individual teams build out their infrastructure, it can lead to duplication of effort across the government. cloud.gov is a FedRAMP‐compliant cloud platform built within the government. It enables all government agencies to achieve the scalability of cloud computing with common security practices without the maintenance burden for agencies. During this

James Scott 2 Wildwood 17



28


1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



ROOM

session, we will provide an overview of cloud.gov and outline the inherited compliance benefits of using cloud.gov. We will conclude the session by doing a hands‐on application deployment to demonstrate the agility.

EEO Institute

State of the Federal Black Workforce

The workshop session will be presented by the three 3 panelists identified below. See brief biography for each presenter who is with the Coalition For Change, Inc. (C4C). C4C, a volunteer civil rights organization founded in 2009, addresses the need for increased diversity and inclusion in the federal sector and provides an informational and spiritual support network for current and former Black Federal employees who have challenged civil rights violations.

Tanya Ward Jordan, Arthuretta Holmes‐Martin, and Paulette Taylor

Coalition for Change, Inc. (C4C)

Avalon 18


3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



ROOM

CS Tell Your Story, Live Your Story, Be Your Story

A communication program to help you understand that the number one fear in the world (Public Speaking) can be manageable. Public speaking is something that we all do at one time or another and we can truly benefit by finding a fun way to face our fears. This program is perfect for new employees, receptionist, or new leadership (role play & scenarios). As an added bonus this program will cover what’s needed

Sir Charles Cary 2 Wildwood 1 & 2



29


3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



ROOM

to write a book! (Very Interactive Program)

FM

Protecting Retirement Assets in a Volatile Marketplace

Attendees will be shown a professional power point presentation. Topics will include:

Guarantee A Successful Retirement

Importance of Planning Protect Your Savings From

Inflation Impact of Market Volatility 3 Legged Stool of Retirement

Planning Secure More Guaranteed Lifetime

Income Having A Plan For Long Term Care

Anthony Stewart and Tony Brown

Wildwood 22

FM The 411 on the TSP

This workshop provides an in‐depth look at the Thrift Savings Plan. It explores information about TSP including: the plan’s philosophy; the importance of TSP participation; explanation of the TSP Funds; review of Fund Performance; Employer Matching; Traditional &Roth TSP contributions; Loan and Withdrawal Eligibility; Taxation in Retirement; Required Minimum Age Distribution and finally tips on maximizing TSP growth from fellow colleagues

Daryl Blackmon & Adrienne Simmons

Wildwood 14

FM

Financial Renovations: Preparing for The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

Whether you’re just getting started, on the road to retirement, or already retired, this workshop will provide you with wealth building tips and foundational strategies to thrive in this economy. Attendees will be shown a cash flow system to help align their

Dr. Rita Bailey‐Roland

Wildwood 8 & 9



30


3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



ROOM

spending with their financial goals and decrease their debt accumulations.

If you have choice, would you rather be rich or guarantee you won’t be poor? Come see how to leverage your retirement dollars from deflation, inflation, interest rates, taxes, and losses and the possible social security default and banking concerns. Let ABS help you with retirement strategies to create an income you can’t outlive and a legacy that you control.

HW Table Salt: The Real Public Enemy #1

This workshop is focused on raising awareness of dangers of table salt. Dr. Neravetla presents the medical information using the simple words, interesting analogies, and creative illustrations.

Surender Reddy Neravetla, MD

Wildwood 16

LM

Becoming the Agency Leader of Change: How to Lead People, Manage Change and Be More Resilient in the Workplace

Are the changes in today’s government agencies an opportunity for prosperity or a pain in the neck? Many agencies today are struggling with how to direct change while benefiting from it. When it comes to change there are many challenges: from how do we get started, to how will this change affect the agency and the people it serves. In this program we will discuss how leaders can be more resilient when leading and navigating changes in today’s government.


2 Wildwood 3 & 4

LM Coaching Resilient Leaders

Challenges arise every day in the workplace whether it’s dealing with disgruntle staff, diversity, budget cuts, changes in management, shortage of good staff or even managing personal issues there is a need for leaders to understand and employ resilience. In this presentation, Kiki will teach leaders how to use coaching as an effective tool

Kiki Ramsey 2 Wildwood 20 & 21



31


3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



ROOM

to teach resilience. She will show them how to manage everyday workplace issues, overcome hard issues while still setting and meeting meaningful company goals while remaining competent leaders.

LM Resilience: The Process Map

Resilience is critical for career success and absolutely necessary for leaders and managers. In our careers, there will be mountaintop and valley experiences. This workshop will teach participants how to quickly recover from disappointments. We will discuss some of our career valleys. This workshop will teach participants how to leverage project management strategies to successfully hike the mountain again. Participants will learn how to develop process maps, conduct stakeholder analysis and develop strategic plans.

Pia N. Scott 2 Wildwood 15

LM

Getting Things Done in Teams ‐ Managing Difficult Bosses and Coworkers

You're a good worker. In fact you take pride in your work and in many cases, whether it’s a boss or a coworker, it would simply be easier if you could just do it all by yourself, but you can’t. Unfortunately, at work, you have to rely on others to get the job done. In fact the more important the job, the more likely you'll have to work with, through, and depend on others to get the job done. This workshop will equip you to overcome the most common obstacles to working with others. You will also learn how to work with both superiors and peers to achieve the greatest results with the least amount of headache. Whether you are a part of a team, or you have to lead one, it is critical that you understand how teams function and what keeps us from being able to work together.

Tony Chatman 2 Wildwood 5 & 6



32


3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



ROOM

PD


By taking part in this workshop, attendees will learn how to network into their next job. They will also learn:

The do’s and don’ts of networking Active role playing The right and wrong way to

network How to turn contacts into your next

job opportunity How to step into the spotlight and

outshine your competition

Theresa Royal Brown

2 Wildwood 18 & 19

IT

Start, Grow, Scale: Live – How To Be An Expert Without A Large Investment

With many different types of online businesses you can create, it can be confusing. This year, we have another model that you can do, in your spare time, while still building your business acumen skills?

This workshop will cover how to build a high‐ticket product or service so you can maximize your time and deliver high‐end, world class coaching with minimum effort. Again, we'll cover some of today's best technologies like Facebook, Wordpress, PayPal...plus more. These are just some of the skill that works both in the office and in your life

Timothy D. Craggette

2 Wildwood 17

EEO Institute

Rebooting Harassment Prevention”: Report of the Co‐Chairs of the Select Task Force on the Study of Harassment in the Workplace

In June of 2016, EEOC Commissioners Chai Feldblum and (now Acting Chair) Victoria Lipnic, Co‐chairs of the Select Task Force on the Study of Harassment in the Workplace, released their task force report entitled “Rebooting Harassment Prevention.” Delineating the results of an 18‐month project, the report sets out findings on the factors that influence potential workplace harassment and the culture that fosters it, and recommends specific ways to help prevent it. This session is an

Marcus Artis EEOC

Avalon 18



33


3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



ROOM

opportunity to hear the Co‐Chairs findings and recommendations to help stop harassment directly from EEOC representatives, and to take them back to your workplace.



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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2017

8:00 AM – 9:45 AM



ROOM

FM Federal Plan Retirement/Tax Free Retirement

This workshop gives an explanation of the Retirement benefits, shortfalls, as well as, the best possible ways to maximize your current plan.

Carl Johnson Wildwood 1 & 2

LM

Please Respect My Generation! 5 Generations at Work

This workshop is an interactive workshop designed to address the gaining workforce and how it plays a pivotal role in today’s workplace. It will also show participants how to recognize generational traits and biases based on the 5 generations that are currently in today’s workforce (i.e., The Matures, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Generation Y, and the latest generation, Generation 9/11). Participants are required to bring a pen/pencil. Each participant will receive a packet.

Cynthia D. Dunn 2 Wildwood 3 & 4

LM

Managing Unconscious Bias: A Framework for Eliminating Micro‐messages and Micro‐aggressions in the Workplace

Did you forget the name of the employee in accounting? Did you receive a weak handshake? Did you hear a colleague tell a Latino employee that he is a credit to his race? Were you given a sideway glance? Did you ask an Asian employee to speak up? Is your organization littered with superficial relationships, disengaged or faulty team work, a combination of verbal/non‐verbal and intended/unintended hostilities? Have you ever wished to rid yourself, your team and your organization of these challenges? If you answered yes to any of these questions then you may have unconscious bias. Find out the answers in this workshop! You will be sure that bias in your organization will be a thing of the past!

Dr. Cherry Collier 2 Wildwood 5 & 6



35


8:00 AM – 9:45 AM



ROOM

PD

Believe & Go: Control Outcomes And Create Harmony

In this workshop, the participants will be taken through the portions of Marcus’ Believe & Go Be the COACH course that are most critical for effective emotional intelligence and Controlling Outcomes And Creating Harmony, such as; No Negatives, Be ye transformed, Being self‐aware, Having Self‐Control, Being socially aware, and Dictating the atmosphere. By the end of this workshop participants should walk away with a great working understanding of their emotional strengths and weaknesses, as it deals with their ability to Control Outcomes And Create Harmony in any arena; along with some practical processes for bettering and maintaining their levels emotional intelligence.

Dr. Marcus Howard

2 Wildwood 20 & 21

LM Traits of a Dynamic Leader

Being that the most important thing is people, the most valuable resource of a dynamic leader is a high‐functioning team bursting with purpose. A confident and competent leader will foster team commitment and trust in order to elevate the team performance from acceptable to exceptional. However, where does the confidence and competence originate? What happens when your leadership skills are questioned? This workshop will discuss: courageous leadership, developing a personal brand, conflict resolution, credibility, accountability, coaching a team, and management skills. Leaders will be challenged through interactive exercises in the areas of team building and problem solving.

Dr. Teresa S. Johnson

2 Wildwood 16



36


8:00 AM – 9:45 AM



ROOM

LM

Stress Management For Professionals

This workshop will include a 15‐minute Subject Introduction, a 60‐minute Team Exercise, and a 30‐minute Discussion/ Wrap‐Up Session, which will provide its attendees a clear understanding of stress management techniques that can be employed by all within the organization that will allow for a more relaxed and productive work environment in support of its vision and mission.

Lametrice S. Sims 2 Wildwood 22

IT Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Administrator

This workshop will cover the following topics:

Full Permission Features Web Parts ‐ Creating Web Parts,

Image Web Parts, Content Editor Web Part

User Settings ‐ Creating MySite, Personalizing Pages

Pages, Sites & Workspaces ‐ Creating Basic Pages, Creating Web Part Pages, Creating Sites and Workspace

Views‐ Creating Views Users and Permissions –

Determining the appropriate access and levels

Site Settings

Intermediate Features Workflow Creation and

Managing Understanding SharePoint

Designer


PD

Creating the Complete Package: Managing Your Time for Success

Time management is the tool used to create more freedom for yourself and to reduce the stress in your life. The more time you waste, the more money you spend. Managing your time is an art that will change your life. Managing time effectively is vital

Monica A. Chestnut

2 Wildwood 14



37


8:00 AM – 9:45 AM



ROOM

to the success of emerging leaders. Creating the Complete Package: Managing Your Time for Success workshop was designed to boost workplace focus, productivity and effectiveness and to encourage and inspire you to use your best talents to prioritize, delegate, overcome procrastination & interference; and stay on track to successfully accomplish your goals.

FM

How Secure Do You Feel About Your Retirement Income?

Join us for this informative seminar and planning event to discover a versatile financial solution that can help grow and protect your retirement assets, while ensuring that you’ll receive income you cannot outlive.

Nicolas Abrams, CFP® and Roderick Liptrot

Wildwood 15

CS

How to be a Professional Speaker and Make Money

How to be able to be creative with inspirational in sharing material, whether written or oral. Also how to be a messenger with a message of the utmost professionalism.

Rabboni Selah 2 Wildwood 18 & 19

CD Let’s Get That Job!

Participants gain a deeper understanding of how to engage and support the long‐term unemployed/displaced workers in their community. Attendees will become more aware of the latest trends, best practices, tools and solutions to recommend to constituents to look for a job or create meaningful work. Learn market place changes that can assist citizens to promote themselves more effectively in traditional and electronic/social media networking. Attendees also will learn how to help constituents use “first down” incremental steps in writing their Job Search Marketing Action Plan, to advance to the touchdown goals of

Toni Denson 2 Wildwood 17



38


8:00 AM – 9:45 AM



ROOM

gaining confidence and returning to the workforce.

EEO Institute

Common Agency Pitfalls Regarding Failure to Provide Reasonable Accommodation

This workshop emphasizes the importance of having a thorough understanding of what constitutes as a reasonable accommodation of a physical or mental disability under the Rehabilitation Act. Attendees will learn what makes an employee a “qualified person with a disability,” the procedures and deadlines involved with requesting a reasonable accommodation, an Agency’s obligations to provide a reasonable accommodation, and what happens when an employee is denied a reasonable accommodation. The information contained in this presentation is vital for both employees and employers, as it identifies the rights and protections of all involved regarding disabilities and accommodations in the workplace.

Donna Rucker, JD

Tully Rinckey PLLC’s

Avalon 20



39


10:00 AM – 11:45 AM



ROOM

CS Impromptu Speaking

Public speaking is extremely important if your want to become a leader. People follow leaders who inspire them and communicate their ideas effectively. If you can’t communicate with people, you will not be able to lead them. At some point in your life you will need to speak in public (retirements, birthday and wedding events, funerals, town‐hall meetings, training events or an encounter with your organization’s leader). Will you be ready to speak? Impromptu speaking will help you develop your public speaking skills. Public speaking will allow you to make a difference in your life, business, community, and career. Public speaking differentiates one in the workforce, and allows one to form a group of supporters around them.

Christie Wyatt 2 Wildwood 1 & 2

DS

Seven Tips For Working While Black & Working While White: Race In The Workplace

This workshop hosts the often avoided conversation on race in the workplace. The premise of the workshop is that we cannot solve for issues that we are not able to talk about. Participant dialogue is facilitated with the goal of increasing awareness of why this conversation is difficult, fostering understanding of the impact of the issues, and making new agreements about how colleagues can learn from each other and create new ways of being.

Allison Manswell 2 Wildwood 3 & 4

TP Build a Strategy

In this session, participants will learn how to craft a strategy starting from the vision (the why) moving to the objectives (the what) and finishes with the actual strategy and tactics (the how). Though this is best done collaboratively with a team, this class will provide a framework you can use

Victor Udoewa 2 Wildwood 5 & 6



40


10:00 AM – 11:45 AM



ROOM

when you go back and work with your team to craft a testable strategy on which you can iterate and improve.

PQ Workforce Incivility

This training is designed to help the attendee consider Incivility in a different light. This class takes the student beyond the standard incivility equals rude. At the conclusion of this block of instruction the attendee will have received information that will allow a greater understanding of how incivility at work begins outside the job site.

Richard Hill w/Sabrina Johnson

2 Wildwood 20 & 21

FM

The Secret Sauce of Wealth Building – What we all should have learned BEFORE college.

Attendees will learn about the two retirement systems, FEGLI, Long Term Care, and the TSP. This training will prepare the attendee for the surprises and possible pit falls when transitioning in their career or moving towards retirement.

Charles L. Brown Jr.

Wildwood 22

FM

Understanding Your Federal Employee Benefits For The New Retirement Climate

This session provides a comprehensive discussion of your Federal Employee Benefits: CSRS, FERS, Offset Retirement systems, TSP and Roth TSP, Social Security strategies and how to maximize your options, and the FEGLI. Employees will gain an in‐depth understanding of your federal benefits and how they impact your current and future financial situation. We will review the recent laws passed by Congress and how they have affected your retirement and employee benefits. Come join us for this informative session and you will receive tools to help you develop strategies for you and your family to be in control during these very uncertain economic times.


Wildwood 8 & 9



41


10:00 AM – 11:45 AM



ROOM

LM

Now Is Your Time ‐Work Life Balance (Time Management)

The demand of your time has never been greater. Understand the importance of honoring yourtime. Visualize your future, and make it happen now. Prioritize and choose your activities, learn how to relax when you have established goals and made clear decisions. Recognize the key components to goal setting and successful time‐management. Learn how to spectacular achievement is preceded by spectacular preparation. Now is the time to manage multiple priorities, eliminate stress in decision making and take control of your life. This presentation has been presented for the IRS, USDA, US Forest Service and many other organizations.

Dr. Robert Lemon 2 Wildwood 18 & 19

LM

Managing Conflict and Difficult Situations for Business Leaders

How you communicate during conflict and difficult situations can make or break your advancement and success as a leader. Communication is like mixing chemicals. Sometimes it leads to exciting discoveries. Sometimes it just blows up. As a leader, it’s important to know how to lessen blowups and increase discoveries. Unresolved conflict leads to poor decision making, erosion of trust and adversely affects morale, efficiency and coalition building. This workshop will help you better understand what motivates and what triggers your colleagues and yourself. It will give you practical, actionable techniques and strategies to ‐ manage conflict; handle disagreements; give feedback with no pushback and morph from competent accepted employee to confident respected leader.

Robyn Hatcher 2 Wildwood 14



42


10:00 AM – 11:45 AM



ROOM

LM Radiate the Brain & Change the Game!

A leadership program designed to build self esteem, change and leadership through an interactive workshop. We’ll explore areas of focus such as personality types and exposing the truth behind how people, places and things either build us up or tear us down. We will also learn about resources and how to use them for maximum potential. As an added bonus this program will cover what’s needed to write a book! (Very Interactive Program)

Sir Charles Cary 2 Wildwood 15

PD Successful Living For A Successful Life

Success is not automatic and winning is not an accident! If you want to be successful in life, you have to operate in success principles. In this workshop, you will learn about the different success keys to operating in greatness in your life and in your workplace. Millionaire Maker, Dorothy Cook will show you how to release wealth in your life along with you learning how to systematically become a success coach as you operate in a winner’s attitude.

Dorothy Cook 2 Wildwood 16

PD Me, Myself & I: The Core Relationship

Often the success we crave appears allusive and unobtainable. Identifying and resolving unanswered questions hiding deep within is the bridge to closing this gap. Improving the relationship you have with yourself is key in achieving success, essential to a balanced life and the road to immediate transformation. This workshop will teach tools to help you improve this core relationship so you can get out of your own way.

Stephanie E. Wilson‐Coleman

2 Wildwood 17

EEO Institute

Equal Employment

This session covers the laws and regulations that govern Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. This session will

Glenn Scotland Avalon 20



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10:00 AM – 11:45 AM



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Opportunity and Mediation

also help all attendees in understanding: The Federal Sector EEO

complaint process (Informal Stage)

Aggrieved Party Rights and

Responsibilities.

Management’s Rights and

Responsibility

The Formal Complaint Process

Mediation

The Investigative Process and

what to Expect During and

after the Investigation

The Appeal process


1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



ROOM

CD

Career Navigation Strategies for the Public Sector Manager

All employees are responsible for their career development. Middle and upper managers face additional career challenges. Nevertheless, the onus is on the employee to make career choices that are in their best interest. Agencies can only do so much. Making the right career moves and decisions is not always an easy task. That is why potential leaders have to perfect their career navigation strategies. This workshop/presentation will provide best practices, tips and practical solutions on how to perfect career navigation strategies for maximum career effectiveness.

Gregory Bradley, J.D.

2 Wildwood 15



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1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



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CS

Communicating with Excellence: How to communicate with Power, Persuasion and Clarity in the workplace.

Do you realize just how much your communication skills impact your professional credibility and influence? The way you talk, the tone of your voice, the confidence you exude (or don’t exude!), how you persuade – all add up to how others perceive you. In this program, we will discuss which communication traits will help you create the best presentation and which self‐sabotaging tendencies might be holding you and the impact of your message back.


2 Wildwood 3 & 4

DS

A Truly Inclusive Environment ‐ Managing Unconscious Bias in the Workplace

You know there’s a problem but no one thinks they’re the problem. Inclusion is needed, but you don’t know where to start. Policy changes didn’t work! Accountability did nothing. Training just made everyone feel bad. It’s not about what people are trying to do that’s the problem, it’s what lies beneath the surface. You can try all of the strategies, but until people deal with their blind spots, you’ll be wasting money, time and energy. This session will help you explore human thinking shortcuts—what they are, how they occur, and why they may be causing you to have biased reactions that you don’t notice.

Tony Chatman 2 Wildwood 1 & 2



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1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



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EN

Gaining Influence Through Service and Empowerment

Entrepreneurs, career‐changers, established professionals, and industry leaders get ready to attend a game‐changing, life‐transforming workshop experience that will engage, educate and empower you to reignite your passion with actionable techniques and strategies that will lead to a wide‐scale social change. The action‐packed day will include highly energetic presentations about Leading your legacy, communicating your vision, Personal and professional best practices for achievement, Overcoming Obstacles and Relationship Building. At this must attend workshop you will gain time‐tested systems and principles that will allow you to experience authentic leadership and engage in productive self‐reflection.

Sherman Browne 2 Wildwood 17

FM

No More Guessing! The Truth and Facts About Your Benefits and Retirement

This workshop is ideal for federal employees early in their career, mid‐career, or pre‐retirement looking at ways to maximize their federal benefits and annuity. Our workshops offer expert advice on federal benefits and retirement planning.

Tonette Delk, Cedric Lancaster, King McCray, Brian Shackelford

Wildwood 14

HW

Telework and Your Health….Mental and Physical

Telework or working from home or virtual employment, depending on what one wishes to call it, has grown in popularity over the past decade both in government and the private sector. Its benefits have been measured in terms of employee productivity, environmentally “friendly” due to fewer carbon emissions released into the atmosphere (people staying home as opposed to cranking up the car and driving in to work), less time spent in traffic, and other positives. This session will focus mostly on telework’s negative effects on one’s health and

Louis J. Neeley Wildwood 20 & 21



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1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



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then discuss some ways to hopefully combat them.

IT Introduction To Working With Data

Whether it’s basic excel functions or simple MySQL queries, everyone should equip themselves with ways to dig into data on their own. In this brief workshop we’ll go over a few simple ways to explore data and do analyses. People will come away from this session with an awareness of what’s possible and the resources needed to continue learning. This workshop will:

Introduce people to simple database tools

Demo and teach basic database queries

Teach simple ways to explore data using excel

Attendees will have what they need to begin to analyze and manipulate data on their own.

Ryan Sibley and James Scott

2 Wildwood 22

LM Demystifying Political Savviness

What are you missing out if you are ignoring the need for political skill? Political skill is a capability that leaders must demonstrate daily. The challenges leaders face require working with, understanding, influencing, and motivating others in order to be in a clear direction and vision, align and gather resources to get work done, and build employee commitment and engagement. This workshop will discuss topics on political savviness as a leadership competency, the characteristics of a politically savvy professional, the three sides of political savviness, the four political skill practices, the application of the skills in everyday leadership challenges,

Dr. Cherry Collier 2 Wildwood 18 & 19



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1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



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improvement, tips and other best practices for applying these skills.

LM Leadership at its Best

This workshop will help you to gain vital management people skills and technical skills—guaranteed to make your team more cohesive, motivated and productive. As a manager/supervisor you will gain the essential skills and knowledge of delegating, communicating, conflict resolution, working with difficult people and more.


2 Wildwood 5 & 6

TP Building Program‐Based Budgets

Government agency budgets are often developed by applying a growth rate to the prior year’s results. Consequently, agencies make incremental adjustments and often lose transparency into the underlying drivers of their organization’s revenues and expenditures. The team at Alvarez and Marsal has extensive experience helping government agencies develop budgeting and financial reporting processes that offer insight into the financial impact of programmatic and policy changes. Workshop participants will be guided through a series of exercises to develop skills to build their organizations’ budgets from the bottom up. Given the interdisciplinary nature of program‐based budgeting, attendance by finance, program, and policy staff is encouraged.

Sheena Gordon/Basilia Yao

2 Wildwood 16



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1:00 PM – 2:45 PM



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TP

Start, Grow, Scale: Live – How To Be An Expert Without A Large Investment

With many different types of online businesses you can create, it can be confusing. This year, we have another model that you can do, in your spare time, while still building your business acumen skills? This workshop will cover how to build a high‐ticket product or service so you can maximize your time and deliver high‐end, world class coaching with minimum effort. Again, we'll cover some of today's best technologies like Facebook, Wordpress, PayPal...plus more. These are just some of the skill that works both in the office and in your life

Timothy D. Craggette

2 Wildwood 8 & 9

EEO Institute

How to Defend Against a Reduction in Force (RIF)

This workshop will provide detailed information on how to get ahead of the potential reduction in force (RIFs) that appear to be coming and what options you have if you receive one. Options for federal employees range from early retirement, bumping someone in a lower grade, eligibility for discontinued service retirement, relocation either geographically or to a different agency. The presentation will also include how to make sure your personnel file is correct and up to date. Studies of past RIFS have shown women and minorities have been targeted disproportionately, therefore making your file correct critical.

Debra D’Agostino, JD

Federal Practice Group

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3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



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CS

How To Deliver World Class Customer Service‐ In Your Agency

Organizations allocate a large amount of their marketing budget dedicated to building a positive and trustful relationship with the public. They think carefully about the type of customer they wish to attract, the image their brand portrays, and how they communicate the benefits of their products and/or services to potential customers. All of that hard work can be undone in a few minutes with bad customer service.

Gail Crowder 2 Wildwood 1 & 2

FM

Saving Your Future: Are You Ready to Retire? Really?

We all want to have a comfortable retirement, but few have a plan. It is ironic that we live in one of the wealthiest countries in the world, but we always have money problems. We can work hard all our lives but retire poor. We do so much to raise our kids just to see them finish college with a lot of debt. Debt becomes a way of life. We don’t have much, and we don’t know much. Nobody teaches us how to manage our money in school. We contribute to 401K and hope someone will take care of it. We may be active spenders but passive saves. Learn how to plan for a comfortable retirement. Never too soon to begin putting a plan in place.


2 Wildwood 3 & 4

HR

Implementing Your Individual Development Plan (IDP)

This workshop will focus on four important steps in planning an Individual Development Plan (IDP) to acquaint individuals with the necessary tools to: Develop an effective IDP. Preconference Planning Employee‐Supervisor

Conference Preparing the IDP Form

Calvin Stevens 2 Wildwood 5 & 6



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3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



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Implementing the Process The IDP consists of a systematic plan for training and development experiences by which an employee may improve performance in his/her current line of work, prepare for another line of work, or move into a position of increased responsibility. This workshop prepares future leaders with the ECQ competency (Results Driven) to meet organizational goals and customer expectations.

LM

Man to Man: What it takes be a successful man in the workplace.

Everyone has something to bring to the table, but what is it that makes you successful? This workshop focuses on generations of men from Millennials to Baby Boomers. The course will review known information as well as cutting edge material that will assist you in developing skills to be successful. Discussion will include the following topics: effective communication, leadership and mentoring, the importance of using technology, and professional etiquette. It will also highlight basic skills in public speaking and the ongoing quest for personal development. All of this will be addressed through the lens of becoming a professional man and identifying your purpose & destiny.

Derrick E. Felton 2 Wildwood 8 & 9

LM Effective Communication and Leadership!

The question remains, “Are leaders born or made?” This workshop will enhance people’s skills to “effectively” communicate and lead, even if one is not a manager. We will discuss basic strategies of how to lead people toward a common


2 Wildwood 18 & 19



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3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



ROOM

vision, mission, or goal. Communication is key to developing and cultivating any relationship. We will discuss how one must believe in him/herself 100% of the time to be an effective leader. Leaders are great communicators!

LM Courageous Leadership

Great leaders rise to the occasion under pressure in order to lead people effectively and courageously. Whether the challenge is working for change in the office, moving to make a mark in your industry, or to inspire your employees to make a personal change, it will require courage. In this presentation, participants will learn how to overcome limiting fears in themselves, as well as how to lead their employees to do the same. Leaders will learn how to inspire those they serve while taking on bold initiatives that allow them to meet corporate and personal goals

Kiki Ramsey 2 Wildwood 20 & 21

LM Making Culture Change Stick

What’s causing your culture initiative to fall by the wayside? It’s likely you’ve measured, created a plan, and convened a committee to execute. So why are you not seeing the desired results? Perhaps year after year you’ve watched your FEVS results move a couple of points, with no significant improvements and you know there must be a way to accelerate change. In this workshop, we will discuss the formula to create lasting culture change with a direct and sustainable impact on performance. We will clarify common culture misunderstandings and clarify the relationship between culture and climate

Lahaja Furaha (Management Concepts)

2 Wildwood 22



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3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



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LM

The Building Blocks of Success: Connecting Leadership to Succession Planning

This workshop will challenge participants to connect leadership theory to practice. We will explore the Emotional (EQ) and Leadership Quotients (LQ), covering principles and practices of interpersonal relationships for leadership development. The session will be based upon each participant’s perceptions of their life experiences: during their leadership development journey (Past); where they are now (Present); and their personal leadership goals (Future). Participants will examine the behaviors and skills necessary to be an effective leader, from both the leader and follower perspectives, with a glimpse into “leading up.” Participants will gain strategies to deal with conflict, influence, motivate and make decisions.

Lisa Nanches Jackson

2 Wildwood 14

PD Selling You!

Participants will learn the selling of “You” methodologies of 2017 as well as some of the best “old school” selling methods: (1) How to answer the question of “What do you do for a living?”(2) The 7 reasons why people will historically buy. (3) The 10 characteristics that must be mastered to effectively Sell You. (4) How to use voice inflection to persuade. (5) All done in a fun and very participatory way! There will be laughter and learning!

Brian K McNeill 2 Wildwood 15

PD Be Determined to Achieve Your Dreams

This session will cover satrategies and tips on how to achieve your dreams by being more determined, dedicated, and driven than ever before.

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3:00 PM – 4:45 PM



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TP

Financial Management‐Grants: Pre/Post/Closeout Awards

Are you current with latest management of grants, including Uniform Guidance Requirements, Cost Standards, Budgetary analysis, closeout and audit resolution effective practices? You need to get updated with these new requirements specified in 2 CFR 200 (Super Circular) and financial techniques to use efficiently in the Pre/Post and Closeout award cycles, including the development and management of Indirect Cost (F/A) rate agreements. You will learn both practical, and analytical techniques of Federal budgeting, negotiation tips and other tasks such as risk assessment, compliance and monitoring, internal controls and practical steps to close out Federal grants and resolve Audit Resolution of both A‐133 and OIG Audits.

Quinton Lynch 2 Wildwood 17

EEO Institute

State of the Federal Black Workforce

The workshop session will be presented by the three 3 panelists with the Coalition For Change, Inc. (C4C). C4C, a volunteer civil rights organization founded in 2009, addresses the need for increased diversity and inclusion in the federal sector and provides an informational and spiritual support network for current and former Black Federal employees who have challenged civil rights violations.

Tanya Ward Jordan, Arthuretta Holmes‐Martin, and Paulette Taylor

C4C, Inc.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 2017

8:00 AM –9:45 AM



ROOM

DS

We Can Do Better: Diversifying the Workforce, Lessons Learned in Tech

When inclusion doesn’t exist, diverse teams perform worse. How do we not just tolerate, but truly incorporate the diversity that exists? Cultivating an inclusive work culture involves us all (literally!). The purpose of the workshop is to engage participants in GSA’s TTS/18F’s ethos and its approach to inclusion particularly among individuals who are not traditionally represented in technology. Participants will consider how to address difference in a way that furthers you as an individual and as an organization‐‐and recognize that that will add to the work you do. This is a conversation around having conversations.

Jeannine Hunter 2 Wildwood 22

EO

Equal Employment Opportunities: Myth and Reality

This workshop will explore perspectives of the federal governments equal employment opportunity programs and their effectiveness from the point of view of an EEO Counselor and contractor. Successfully managing your career takes more than just working within the system.

Conrad Brian Law Wildwood 3 & 4

FM

Protecting Retirement Assets in a Volatile Marketplace

This presentation will include the following topics: Guarantee A Successful

Retirement Importance of Planning Protect Your Savings From

Inflation Impact of Market Volatility 3 Legged Stool of Retirement

Planning Secure More Guaranteed

Lifetime Income Having A Plan For Long Term

Care

Anthony Stewart and Tony Brown

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8:00 AM –9:45 AM



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FM

Benefit Maximization Strategy for Financial Success

This workshop is designed to increase the federal employee’s knowledge of the critical details of their benefits. Additionally, the workshop will address the potential financial landmines hidden in the federal employee benefit plan which have proven to be financially detrimental to many current and retired federal employees. Finally, the workshop will provide useful strategies and solutions to ensure financial success by focusing on several key areas

Daryl Blackmon & Adrienne Simmons

Wildwood 16

HR

Understanding How Domestic Violence Spills Into the Workplace .

Understanding How Domestic Violence Spills into the Workplace – With Devastating Consequences for the Victims, Their Colleges, and Their Employers workshop will help bring awareness and education to employers and employees. The workshop will educate and provide the resources and tools to understand types of domestic violence, signs, how to communicate with employees, risk management, sensitivity, and confidentiality to maintain a safe workplace.

Ava Ross Wildwood 17

HW

Making Self‐Care Your New Healthcare

Simple Conscious Living Strategies for Longevity and Vitality

If you don't manage your health, others will do it for you, with medication or surgery, which can be prevented. Self‐care is defined by the World Health Organization as “personal health maintenance to improve or restore health and to treat preventive diseases.” However, the component that is not being focused on is personal health maintenance to prevent preventable diseases. In this workshop, Conscious Living Coach Ayo Hinds‐Bankole, takes you beyond common self‐care steps of simply eating right and exercising, to best

Ayo (Pat) Hinds‐Bankole

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8:00 AM –9:45 AM



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practices for making conscious informed choices in your diet, lifestyle, movement, breathing, personal care, and more‐‐maximizing self‐care of your mind, body, spirit, and environment at work and at home.

LM

Man to Man: What it takes be a successful man in the workplace.

Everyone has something to bring to the table, but what is it that makes you successful? This workshop focuses on generations of men from Millennials to Baby Boomers. The course will review known information as well as cutting edge material that will assist you in developing skills to be successful. Discussion will include the following topics: effective communication, leadership and mentoring, the importance of using technology, and professional etiquette. It will also highlight basic skills in public speaking and the ongoing quest for personal development. All of this will be addressed through the lens of becoming a professional man and identifying your purpose & destiny.

Derrick E. Felton 2 Wildwood 1 & 2

OT FAMILYWORK™

While the world is evolving at a rapid pace, technologies advancing, and politicians focusing on their personal agendas, the most important institution in our society, the family—is not thriving, and in many cases may be deteriorating. Families must organize their members and begin to address their unfinished business if they are to be prepared for the challenging times ahead. In this solutions‐oriented and interactive workshop, participants will learn original concepts, keys and principals, which families can use to take

Bobbi Hicks 2 Wildwood 14



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8:00 AM –9:45 AM



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responsibility and create a better future for their own. This will include defining the work of the family and sharing strategies that participants can use to improve quality of life for their family members.

OT

Suicide Prevention & Violence Awareness

This workshop will include a 30‐minute Lecture, a 50‐minute Team Case Study, and a 25‐minute Discussion/ Wrap‐Up Session, which will provide its attendees a clear understanding of the importance of knowing and being able to identify the warning signs associated with both suicide and violence (within and outside) of the workplace as it relates to recognizing and getting help for at‐risk individuals in an effort to prevent the occurrence of either one.

Lametrice S. Sims Wildwood 15

PD Millenial: A generation not an issue

This workshop explores the theory that the “Millenial Problem” is really a problem of work place environment. In it you will be exposed to the characteristics of companies whose employees praise their working environment. You will also be given the opportunity to define those things that are most important to you in the workplace and learn techniques for choosing the right employee or employer. Before it’s all over you will have a chance to participate in a forum with individuals who have found success creating great work environments, connecting to their teams, while netting great results in their respective fields. And even though they are not the issue there will be millenials on our panel who can speak from their point of view.

Kerrol Codallo, Art Faison, Bryan Jones, Mike Matthews, Gary Magel, Ian Adams, Brett Jones, Jeremiah Dace

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8:00 AM –9:45 AM



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PD


By taking part in this workshop, attendees will learn how to network into their next job. They will also learn: The do’s and don’ts of

networking Active role playing The right and wrong way to

network How to turn contacts into your

next job opportunity How to step into the spotlight

and outshine your competition

Theresa Royal Brown, CMP

2 Wildwood 18 & 19


10:00 AM –11:45 AM



ROOM

CD Let’s Get That Job!

Participants gain a deeper understanding of how to engage and support the long‐term unemployed/displaced workers in their community. Attendees will become more aware of the latest trends, best practices, tools and solutions to recommend to constituents to look for a job or create meaningful work. Learn market place changes that can assist citizens to promote themselves more effectively in traditional and electronic/social media networking. Attendees will learn how to help constituents use “first down” incremental steps in writing their Job Search Marketing Action Plan, to advance to the touchdown goals of

Toni Denson 2 Wildwood 1 & 2



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10:00 AM –11:45 AM



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gaining confidence and returning to the workforce.

CS Now You are Talking

The art of communication is essential in one’s home, work and everyday life. Participants who attend this session will learn how to not only speak to be heard, but to be understood. The workshop will identify certain barriers that sabotage effective communication while offering information to enhance the participant's ability to transmit clear messages with confidence. The workshop will also include an overview on micro‐behaviors and how non‐verbal communication may impact diversity in the workplace.

Lisa Nanches Jackson

2 Wildwood 3 & 4

DS

Defusing Stereotypes: Live, Learn, and Work Better

The presenter will discuss the history, evolution, and presence of stereotypes in the classroom, workplace, and contemporary American society. Additionally, this program will illustrate the consequences of these beliefs. Lastly, this program will demonstrate how to identify and deconstruct these thought patterns to improve interpersonal interactions. This training is derived from EEO Management Directive 715.

Royce Kinniebrew

2 Wildwood 5 & 6

FM

Understanding Your Federal Employee Benefits For The New Retirement Climate

This session provides a comprehensive discussion of your Federal Employee Benefits: CSRS, FERS, Offset Retirement systems, TSP and Roth TSP, Social Security strategies and how to maximize your options, and the FEGLI. Employees will gain an in‐depth understanding of your federal benefits and how they impact your current and future financial situation. We will review the


Wildwood 8 & 9



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10:00 AM –11:45 AM



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recent laws passed by Congress and how they have affected your retirement and employee benefits. Come join us for this informative session and you will receive tools to help you develop strategies for you and your family to be in control during these very uncertain economic times.

TP

Financial Management‐Grants: Pre/Post/Closeout Awards

Are you current with latest financial management of grants, including Uniform Guidance Requirements, Cost Standards, Budgetary analysis, closeout and audit resolution effective practices? You need to get updated with these new requirements specified in 2 CFR 200 (Super Circular) and financial techniques to use efficiently in the Pre/Post and Closeout award cycles, including the development and management of Indirect Cost (F/A) rate agreements. You will learn both practical, and analytical techniques of Federal budgeting, negotiation tips and other tasks such as risk assessment, compliance and monitoring, internal controls and practical steps to close out Federal grants and resolve Audit Resolution of both A‐133 and OIG Audits.

Quinton Lynch 2 Wildwood 18 & 19

IT Introduction to User‐centered Design

As we shift the way we build technology from waterfall to agile and a more iterative approach, we’re also shifting the way we design tech to an approach that involves the user from start to finish. If you want your organization or agency to create the best products they can and effectively reach the right audience, learning what these terms mean and

Ryan Sibley and James Scott

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10:00 AM –11:45 AM



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how to implement them is what you need to do. This workshop will: Help participants understand

the goals of user‐centered design

Introduce participants to a variety of methods for carrying out user‐centered design

Explain how user‐centered design applies to things not traditionally considered tech, like the way your website presents it content.

OT

Black Lives Matter ‐ Combating Over Aggressive Policing

Racial profiling, targeting and death of black and brown citizens in police custody in America is now a criminal justice epidemic. We will discuss the latest legislation, War On Drugs, Baltimore uprising, Black Lives Matter movement; and what actions are necessary if you, a friend, relative or unknown person have witnessed or been the victims of this epidemic. What to do when stopped by the police and your civil or human rights are violated by unnecessary police aggression. You won’t want to miss this workshop.

Matthew Fogg Wildwood 22

PD

Maximizing Your Uniqueness – Personal & Career Development

The goal of the workshop is to train individuals on maximizing their uniqueness in the marketplace. Participants will answer the following questions:

What makes you stand out?

What makes you different?

What sets you apart from the rest?

What makes people want to do business with you vs someone else?

The Key talking points:

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10:00 AM –11:45 AM



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Being your best by staying in your lane.

Living out your core values in a competitive market.

Overcoming integrity conflict. Personal commitment beyond

the sale.

PD Avoiding Personal and Professional Manipulation

Avoiding personal and professional manipulation is key to overall mental and emotional health. This workshop will make attendees aware of warning signs regarding manipulation in their personal and professional lives. They will also be given techniques to avoid conflict as well as how to address it in a diplomatic way. This will enable them to put their personal and professional goals first, without sacrificing relationships at home and in the workplace. The attendees will receive tangible tools and ideas to implement immediately for a holistic approach to personal and professional development.

Tanya Barnett 2 Wildwood 15

PD

Critical Thinking Skills for Government Success

As government knowledge jobs grow more complex, continued emphasis is placed on workers’ ability to make decisions. Workers are expected to justify and clearly communicate their decisions based on the evaluation of appropriate information. To do this effectively, both workers and leaders must rely upon critical thinking skills. In this interactive workshop we introduce the process of critical thinking by guiding the participants to challenge information, and biases. We also use discussion and activities to point out common fallacies and hazards in critical thinking.

Tina Taylor 2 Wildwood 16



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10:00 AM –11:45 AM



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FM

Expert Empire: How to Launch a Six Figure Business Based on Your Unique Knowledge & Expertise

Have you been looking for a way to have more impact and influence in the world, while also making the income that you truly deserve? Well, if your answer is yes, you’re in luck! Thanks to advances in technology, there has never been a better time in the history of the planet, to create a thriving business that leverages your unique combination of knowledge, education, experience and expertise. In this workshop you’ll learn a comprehensive, yet easy to implement strategy for building your very own Expert Empire.

Robert Wilson 2 Wildwood 17



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WORKSHOP INSTRUCTORS’ BIOs

NICOLAS ABRAMS, CFP®

Nicolas Troy Abrams, Certified Financial Planner ™Professional, is founder and CEO of AJW Financial Partners, LLC. His wealth

management and financial planning firm has offices in Columbia, Maryland and Washington, DC. With more than 15 years of experience

in the financial services industry, Nicolas advises clients on investment, retirement, and insurance strategies. Nicolas is a graduate of St.

Mary’s College of Maryland where he earned his B.A. in Economics with a concentration in Business. He also earned a certificate in

Financial Planning from the University of Baltimore in 2002.

SANDRA ADAMS

Ms. Adams worked to foster culture change to meet diversity goals and objectives as a Special Emphasis Program Manager and Diversity

and Inclusion representative for BIG at EEOC. Moreover, Ms. Adams has presented employment workshops and career/training for

community organizations; Charles County Literacy Council and the SAMARICORP Community Development Corporation preparing adults

in Language Arts to test for the General Education Diploma. Ms. Adams established an EEOC BIG and Toastmasters chapter at EEOC in

which she served as the president of EEOC BIG and Vice President of Education., Toastmasters, respectively. She has received an

Advanced Toastmaster Bronze certification from Toastmasters International.

IAN ADAMS

Ian Adams “DJ Barry B. Fresh” ‐ Official Fledgeology DJ; Serial Entrepreneur; co‐owns and operates a leading South Florida social media

marketing agency.

DR. TERRLYN L. CURRY AVERY

Dr. Terrlyn L. Curry Avery is the creator of Pastology, the cutting edge field that focuses on the synergy between pastoring and

psychology. She holds a Ph.D. from Hofstra University, a MDiv. from Yale University, an M.A. in psychology from American University,

and a B.S. in psychology from Howard University. She is a pastologist, speaker, and facilitator of advanced therapy and workshops. She

is the author of Sacred Intelligence: The Essence of Sacred, Selfish and Shared Relationships and the host of the Public Access Show:

Sacred Intelligence TV with Your Host Dr. Terrlyn L. Curry Avery.

DR. RITA BAILEY‐ROLAND

Dr. Rita Bailey‐Roland, CPA and President of Affordable Benefits Solutions, Inc. Dr. Bailey‐Roland is an author and Federal Benefits and

Retirement Specialist. She’s a graduate of George Washington University and GODSU. She started her successful career in 1989 as an

Insurance Agent. Dedicating her career to changing people's lives one day at a time came from a life experience. Rita lost her mom, a

postal worker, to cancer when she was 11 years old. Rita realized then and teaches now, that understanding your employee benefits

are crucial to planning for you and your family’s financial future. Rita is an advocate for helping people to align their values and dreams

with their actions.

TANYA BARNETT

Tanya Barnett is a relationship strategist and Wife Coach. She uses her book, Being a Wife Just Got Real, to equip women with tools to

create healthy relationships. She was featured on Huffington Post, Johns Hopkins University, Howard University, N.A.A.C.P, Tom Joyner

Morning Show, and Congressional Black Caucus. Tanya is an US Air Force veteran and the founder of Forever Free Books, which is a

mobile literacy nonprofit. She has a Bachelor's of Science in Social Science from UMUC. She is a marathoner, triathlete, and an avid book

reader. She and her husband Don of 17 years have three children.

DARYL BLACKMON

Daryl Blackmon is a Sr. Wealth Specialist with Safe Harbour Benefit Solutions. He is an honorably discharged veteran of the USARNG. He

is also a professionally trained Federal Benefits instructor/counselor. Throughout the last 11 years in the benefits industry, Mr. Blackmon

has helped over 1000 individuals onto the path of financial success. During this time, he has conducted over 300 presentations to Federal

employees from various agencies. He has been a BIG NTI workshop presenter/sponsor for the last seven years.



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MELANIE BONITA

Melanie Bonita is a #1 Amazon Best Selling author of "Daily Dose of Decisions," award‐winning inspirational speaker, and coach. She has

experience helping individuals become better decision makers and overcome adversities they faced in their professional and personal

lives. The decisions she's made helped her to get her desired results, and now she is on a mission to help others get to theirs too. With

better decision‐making skills, there is nothing that is impossible.

GREGORY BRADLEY, J.D.

Gregory Bradley is the Principal of Bradley Consulting & Training (BC&T). BC&T provides human capital training and consulting services

to agencies, companies, organizations, professionals and entrepreneurs. Greg, a lawyer, educator and former vice president of human

resources for a public transportation company, has over 25 years of experience in human resources management, training and

development, employee relations, labor relations, diversity management, conflict resolution and workplace mediation. Greg serves on

the faculty at York College (CUNY) where he teaches courses in managerial leadership, labor relations and collective bargaining, aviation,

and business law. He also taught at New York University's School of Continuing and Professional Studies for 25 years, John Jay College

(CUNY), Empire State College (SUNY) and has written several articles on various workplace topics. Greg holds a Bachelor of Arts from

Long Island University – Brooklyn Center and a Juris Doctor from the Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University

where he served as the Articles Editor of the Thurgood Marshall Law Review.

ADRIANNE D. BRADY

Adrianne Brady is a Pastor and a survivor of Domestic Violence. She was abused from 1986‐1988 while working in the US Department

of Education. She filed a grievance against her employer and was eventually fired from her job. From this experience, she has been an

advocate against domestic violence for over 25 years. Ms Brady has written three books on the subject of abuse and has spoken in

various congregations and local shelters in the Washington DC area. She conducts an annual conference each year which is based on

stopping domestic violence.

THERESA ROYAL BROWN

Mrs. Royal Brown has over 10 years of experience in the art of networking in conjunction with her organization… EPNET – Entrepreneurs

and Professionals Network. EPNET has hosted well over 250 events over the years which encourages collective collaboration. Correct

networking propels business professionals to the next level in their life and career. Her instruction on Collaborating and Creating

Connections will be an asset to all who attend. The last 4 years of hosting networking workshops at BIG has fostered rave reviews and

is a valuable workshop for individuals to connect, collaborate and build relationships. This workshop is also recommended for the BIG

NOW Generation (under 40) participants.

TONY BROWN

Tony L. Brown, Sr. is originally from North Carolina. He graduated from Morgan State University with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial

Engineering. Tony worked as an engineer for six years with General Motors, followed by Giant Food before joining the financial services

industry in 2004. Tony joined the Stewart Financial Services in December 2006. Tony was a top producing agent before being promoted

to Agency Manager in October 2011 and was subsequently invited to join the Prestigious Board Room in December 2011.

CHARLES L. BROWN JR.

Mr. Charles L. Brown has worked in the financial industry for over nine years, educating individuals, families, and business groups on

the importance of developing and leaving a financial legacy. He has also worked with families as a counselor for Fairfax County

Government for the past 22 years and naturally has a heart to serve others. With an excellent mix of these two fields, Mr. Brown has

been able to educate and assist hundreds of families in making the best decisions for their financial futures. Mr. Brown is a certified

counselor by the state of Virginia and a licensed insurance agent in 7 states.



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SHERMAN BROWNE

Sherman A. Browne is an electrifying speaker, professor, and entrepreneur dedicated to teaching, inspiring, and empowering the masses

to unlock the power of their potential. Through a nexus of professional works in business, education, government and community

relations; Sherman delivers provocative insights and strategies that positively advance society through his humanitarian endeavors. As

Founder/Chief Empowerment Officer of AIMHigh International, LLC, a global social enterprise and education‐consulting firm, Browne is

profoundly impacting our educational system. Mr. Browne holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Monroe College and a

Master’s in Public Administration from NYU. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Business, Criminal Justice and the Social Sciences. His

commitment to empowering the masses is surpassed only by his Faith in God and dedication to his family as a loving husband to his wife

Shereece Browne and their daughter Solaei Raiel Browne.

MARCUS BROWNRIGG

Marcus Brownrigg currently serves as the Strategic Partnerships and Communications Advisor to the CEO of the Corporation for National

and Community Service (AmeriCorps) before this role he served as the Deputy Director of the Center for Faith‐Based and Neighborhood

Partnerships at the Department of Agriculture. Before this, he served as the Pathways Program Senior Advisor to USDA's Chief Human

Capital Officer. In this capacity, he was responsible for providing the overall management and administration of USDA Pathways

Programs and served as a liaison between the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and USDA Mission Area Human Resources

Directors (MAHRD's). Before this role, Mr. Brownrigg served as USDA's Office of Human Resource Management's (OHRM) Chief of

Departmental Human Resources Operations Branch.

JOHNNY CAMPBELL, DTM

Johnny Campbell, AS is a trainer, who provides specializes training on Change, Conflict Resolution and Communications skills to

corporations and government agencies around the country. His subject‐matter‐expertise was gained in the insurance industry where he

led change management initiatives and supervised claims department teams. Johnny holds the designation of accredited speaker a

designation awarded by Toastmasters International & held by only 69 professional speakers in the world for excellence in public speaking

and communication.

CASEY CARPENTER

Karen “Casey” Carpenter is a business coach with deep corporate roots. She has logged over 25 years as a sales professional, a sales

trainer, and sales senior leader for several Fortune 100 companies. As a corporate learning and development professional, she led over

100 leadership workshops in 2014, and well over 1,000 presentations in her career. Casey is a Coach certified through CTI (The Coaches

Training Institute,) and enjoys executive coaching to help teams perform at peak performance by improving the skills of their leaders.

She is a professional speaker who has been recognized by the National Speakers Association by being appointed to serve on their boards.

Casey enjoys combining her sales experience with effective communication techniques to support women leaders in standing out in the

workplace.

SIR CHARLES CARY

Sir Charles Cary's expertise is in business training and motivational speaking. He has been a member of the National Speakers Association

since 2007 and is also a member of Toastmasters since 2002. He has trained and spoken around the country since1998. Also, he received

the Director's Award of Excellence from the Federal Reserve in 2006.

TONY CHATMAN

Tony Chatman is not just a world‐class keynote speaker having delivered over 1000 presentations; he is also a corporate relationship

expert with over 15 years of experience in business leadership. In addition to being one of four people in the world certified in "Method

Teaming," a metrics driven methodology for creating and operating influential, purpose‐built teams, Tony has extensive knowledge of

a variety of psychometric instruments and methodologies as well as personal experience critical in helping leaders reach their full

potential. As a subject matter expert in the field of human relationships, Mr. Chatman has a reputation for equipping organizations in



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both public and private sector with skills in leadership, teambuilding, diversity, communication, conflict resolution, interpersonal

effectiveness, and managing transition.

MONICA A. CHESTNUT

Monica Arnese Chestnut, President of MAC‐International Conference & Management Solutions (MAC‐ICMS), a firm she started in 2008,

after working over 10 years for government contracting firms and over 15 years in the non‐profit sector. Monica has managed

conferences and events all over the world and brought a wealth of knowledge to her clients. In 2011 MAC‐Training by Design was added

to the roster of services provided by MAC‐ICMS. MAC‐Training by Design's workshop series entitled "Creating the Complete Package" is

designed to equip attendees with the necessary tools to become more efficient and effective in their professional and personal lives.

DR. SHIRLEY CLARK

Dr. Shirley Clark is an International Speaker, TV/Radio Host, and an Award Winning Amazon Best Selling Author. She is the CEO of Clark’s

Consultant Group, which is comprised of six departments: Publishing, Event Planning, PR & Marketing, Corporate Coaching & Consulting,

a Leadership Institute and an Entertainers & Speakers’ Management Service. Her firm services and collaborates with billionaires,

multimillionaires, speakers, business owners, television & radio hosts, and authors. Dr. Clark is the author of 22 books. Some of the titles

she is known for are: “Pray & Grow Richer,” “Think Like A Millionaire, Be A Millionaire,” and “Blessed: How to Attract Wealth Into Your

Life.” Dr. Clark has been seen/heard on Fox4 News, The Word Network, Atlanta Live, and KHVN Radio.

MICHELLE CLARK

Michelle Clark serves as a Senior Marketing Manager for People and Performance Services at Management Concepts. In this role, she

oversees the consulting and business development marketing strategy for the company. Michelle is a forward‐thinking marketing and

social media professional with nearly 17 years of progressive experience in corporate and government environments. She has a creative

approach to marketing and communications that has delivered stellar results and always leaves a favorable impression with all her

clients. Her aim is to exceed organizational and client expectations with each project she manages. Her savvy integration of social media

strategies has taken her professional expertise to a new level. She has a reputation for being the go‐to resource for industry leading

trends and research in digital marketing and social media.

KERROL CODALLO

Kerrol Codallo “The Prolific One” – Motivational Speaker; Senior Manager within a Fortune 500 company with proven leadership track

and company growth record.

DR. CHERRY COLLIER

Dr. Cherry Collier is a coach to professionals, entrepreneurs, and other coaches with more than 24 years of experience in her field. Dr.

Cherry has over 5,000 coaching hours, a clientele of executives and leaders and Fortune 500 companies. Dr. Cherry has a Ph.D. and

Masters of Science from the University of Georgia in the field of Applied Social Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts graduating Magna Cum

Laude from Spelman College in 1991. She is a college professor, an executive consultant, facilitator, and author. She is a Denison Culture

Certified Consultant, Certified and Registered Mediator, Master Certified Coach from the International Coach Federation (ICF) and

Certified Trainer and Master Coach of Neuro‐Linguistic Programming (NLP). Dr. Cherry Collier is also certified in DISC, HBDI, CPI (MBTI)

and many others. She is also a TTI‐DISC distributor.

DOROTHY COOK

Known as the Godmother of Wealth, Dorothy is passionate about everyone being successful in life. As a former Platinum President In

Ardyss International, Inc., she was afforded to live the life she had only dreamed about. So whether you are an entrepreneur, corporate

executive, or a stay‐at‐home mom, and you want to do more in life, Dorothy believes you can do it. She is excited about your dream,

and she believes, you can have it all! Dorothy has made over 21 millionaires and she is the author of the newly released book, "Wealth:

Successful Tips for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners."



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TIMOTHY D. CRAGGETTE

Timothy D. Craggette is a serial entrepreneur that has built/sold digital businesses over his 10+ year career and is currently host of WERA

96.7 FMs “The Swift Kick Show” and COO of SWOT Coaching. As an educator and a 6X award‐winning producer, he has trained budding

business owners within the DC Metro area as well as globally online. As a member of the National Business Education Association and

the National Alliance for Media Arts and Culture, he has spoken at the University of Maryland, The National Institutes of Health, and

The Food and Drug Administration on the topic of business.

GAIL CROWDER

Gail Crowder is a multi‐faceted speaker, teacher, and author that delivers soft skills and motivational training for government, corporate,

and religious communities with energy, creativity, and style. A wife of 28 years, mother of two and the Founder and President of Gail

Crowder LLC. Gail Crowder LLC is a full‐service Life Style firm in Maryland; and Glamour At Its Latest (G.A.I.L), an image consulting and

training brand dedicated to transforming its clients through its motto of "Your Life, Your Style, Your Image." An author, stylist, and

consultant, Gail has appeared on dozens of television and radio shows as a specialist and seasoned lifestyle expert. Her book, Smile It's

The Customer That Pay’s You”, is one of her six books in which she shares her expertise in the area of customer service.

DEBRA D’AGOSTINO

Founding Partner Debra D’Agostino is a Federal Employment attorney who focuses on providing representation to federal employees

worldwide in a wide range of personnel matters against federal agencies, including EEO complaints, Merit Systems Protection Board

(MSPB) appeals, Office of Special Counsel complaints, and replying to proposed adverse actions or disciplinary actions. She has

represented clients in appellate matters before the EEOC's Office of Federal Operations, the MSPB's full Board, the U.S. Court of Appeals

for the Federal and D.C. Circuits, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, and the D.C. Office of Employee Appeals.

JAMES DE LA TORRE

James A. De La Torre, CRPC has over 28 years of counseling federal employees on financial matters and intricacies of their federal

benefits and retirement systems. Jim has conducted federal benefit and financial planning seminars in all 50 states and is an active

presenter at federal conferences and federal professional associations in financial/retirement planning and federal benefits. Jim has

appeared as a guest on "Fed Talk" on Federal News Radio network, discussing the gaps in federal benefits and the financial impacts

employees face. Jim holds a Charter Retirement Planning Counselor's (CRPC) designation from the College of Financial Planning and is a

member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA).

TONETTE DELK

As the Director of Communication (DOC) for UEBSC, Tonette has been in the financial services industry for nearly 20 years. She is a fully

licensed Financial Services Representative and Retirement Planning Counselor. Tonette focuses on client relationships with an emphasis

on Retirement and Estate Planning. She is a seasoned Financial Advisor to Federal employees and individuals of all ages and owners of

small businesses. Tonette's greatest passion and expertise are taking the mystery out of retirement planning in a way that is simple and

easily understood, without complex financial jargon or hard‐sell tactics. Tonette conducts Benefits and Retirement Workshops, focusing

on Retirement Income Planning, Government Pensions, Survivor Benefits, Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI), Thrift

Savings Plans (TSP) for both the CSRS and FERS employee benefit retirement systems and TAXES.

TONI DENSON

Toni Denson has over 20 years of interactive corporate and governmental training. Her experience has included being an instructor at

Bergen, Union, and Essex Community Colleges in New Jersey, as well as Cornell University ILR in NYC. She has developed the successful

curriculum for a two‐day federally funded New Jersey Ready‐To‐Work Program workshop for long term‐unemployed workers, which is

used at all 19 community colleges. Toni brings her entrepreneurial spirit as a business coach to her clients in career transitions. She has

had contracts with major governmental agencies to provide, management, leadership, and technology training.



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CYNTHIA D. DUNN

Cynthia D. Dunn joined the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Headquarters (HQ), Tax Exempt and Government Entities (TE/GE) Division,

Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in Washington, DC as the EDI Director on July 25, 2004. Before TE/GE, Cynthia served as

the Senior EEO Specialist for the IRS, Large and Mid‐Size Business (LMSB) Division, December 2000 – July 2004. Cynthia also served as

the Acting EEO Director for LMSB (several occasions) and the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Services (TAS), March – June 2003. Cynthia started

her Federal government career in 1980 as a GS‐01 Clerk Typist under the Stay‐in‐School Program. She began her career in the field of

EEO and Diversity in 1992. Cynthia attended the University of Maryland‐College Park and the European Division, Nuernberg, West

Germany. Cynthia resides in Waldorf, MD. She has two sons, Kevin and Jamahl and four grandchildren.

ART FAISON

Arthur Faison "The CMO"– Chief Marketing Officer of Fledgeology; Franchise development leader for a major corporation; Recent

recipient of the Franchise Business Consultant of the year.

DERRICK E. FELTON

Derrick E Felton is a Veteran of the United States Army. He is currently the Peninsula Vet Center Director in Menlo Park CA. He has been

a member of Blacks In Government since 2013 and is currently the Council President for Region RIX. Mr. Felton serves in several

leadership positions, which include being a trustee of Palo Alto University, CO‐Chair of the Secondary School of Committee Interviews,

University of Pennsylvania and Clinical Field Supervisor for the University of Southern Californian Masters of Social Work. Mr. Felton

earned a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania in 2001, a Master's in Public Administration from Keller

Graduate School of Management in 2013 and a Master's degree in Business Administration from Keller Graduate School of Management

in 2015.

KATRINA FERGUSON

Ms. Ferguson is committed to helping others operate in life changing principles and leadership skills to inspire and motivate thousands

across age, gender, and industry lines. Featured in national publications, including Essence Magazine and USA Today, Ms. Ferguson has

been the subject of numerous articles and interviews, and her story is currently being used all over the country to train and motivate

sales forces of both public and private organizations. She routinely shares the stage with company presidents and executives as she

conducts training and presentations around the country. Her book, "Footnotes: a 31‐Day Leadership Guide for Women," is an Amazon

Best Seller.

MATTHEW FOGG

Mr. Matthew Fogg is a retired Chief Deputy US Marshal; a highly decorated Federal law officer after supervising the arrest of over 300

of Americas most wanted fugitives charged with rape, child molestation, robbery, narcotic distribution, conspiracy, prison escape,

terrorism, espionage and murder; a ‘First Responder' at Ground Zero ‐ World Trade Centers in New York City; Co‐Chaired No FEAR

Coalition that assisted US Congress in promulgation of the famed 2002 NOFEAR Act germane to all Federal workers; a US Marshal Service

(USMS) collateral duty EEO Counselor/Investigator; won a 1998 US District Court Landmark Title VII ($4 million) verdict, against the

USMS for operating a hostile racial environment for all African‐American deputy U.S. marshal.

LAHAJA FURAHA

Prosci™ Certified Change Management Practitioner with 10 years of experience in the design and implementation of organizational

change management and talent development programs. Lahaja's core expertise is in the areas of culture assessments to strengthen

business performance and build organizational capability; leadership assessment and development; leadership program design and

facilitation; talent initiatives; succession planning; and comprehensive change initiatives. She has robust experience in performance

management and guides senior leaders to cascade strategic plans down to the department, team and individual levels of execution.

Lahaja provides coaching and team building for executives, managers, and teams to strengthen leadership behaviors and increase

understanding of interpersonal and team dynamics.



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SYLVIE DI GIUSTO

“People Packaging is what I do”… says Sylvie di Giusto who is a world‐class Keynote Speaker, Corporate Trainer and Image Consultant

for professionals, politicians, and organizations who place great importance on themselves and their reputation. Twenty years of

corporate experience and her ability to empower people to influence the success of their career has led Sylvie to launch Executive Image

Consulting, based in New York City. She is also the Author of The Image of Leadership and the Creator of How You Impress. Sylvie is

Austrian by birth, French in her heart, Italian in her kitchen, German with her work ethic and American by choice.

SHEENA GORDON

Sheena Gordon has 10+ years of budget and finance experience across the private and public sectors. She specializes in leveraging

insightful analysis to impact an organization's financial and strategic goals positively . Before joining A&M, Ms. Gordon was an Associate

Director in the Public Finance group at Fitch Ratings. She was also the Assistant Vice President of Municipal Research at Roosevelt &

Cross, Inc., where she developed research reports for debt issuers. Ms. Gordon also served as a Budget Analyst for the NYC Mayor's

Office of Management and Budget. Ms. Gordon holds a B.A. in Economics from Barnard College and an M.B.A. from Columbia Business

School.

STEPHANIE GREGOIRE‐MCKINNEY

Born into the Baule Tribe in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, West Africa, Linguist, Stephanie Gregoire‐ McKinney, has a passion for the diversity

of cultures and global harmony. She has worked as a Translator and Consecutive Interpreter for the UN, as well as in the entertainment

and pharmaceutical industries for more than two decades. Following in the footsteps of her Great Grandfather, Feu Felix Houphouet

Boigny, first President of Cote d'Ivoire for three decades, known as "The Sage" of Africa and winner of the Noble Peace Prize. Stephanie

gears her work to continue his legacy through her movement for Global Harmony by guiding people to engage harmoniously with the

diverse cultures of the world. She has studied in France and at the Monterey Institute of International Studies in California. She has

traveled extensively, engaging with people from Italy, Germany, England, Spain, Portugal, Maghreb, Cote d'Ivoire, Senegal, Ghana, Togo,

Benin, Nigeria, South Africa, Egypt, Lebanon, Turkey, Costa Rica, Columbia, Brazil, and Mexico.

DR. SARAH E. HARRIS

Dr. Harris is an experienced educator and administrator. She has had a long and distinguished career in public service, public

administration, and higher education. Some of her distinguished positions include Montgomery County Commissioner (OH Montgomery

County Treasurer (OH); President of the Dayton Urban League; Manager, General Electric Company; Community Programs for the

Dayton Power and Light Company; Principal; and Executive Director for the National Conference for Community and Justice. She is

currently serving as a consultant to schools, companies, and organizations.

ROBYN HATCHER

Robyn Hatcher, is a speaker, author, communication expert, coach, and trainer. Known by her clients as "a gifted speaker and a brilliant

coach," she combines her many years in the entertainment field, her experience as a certified Neural Linguistic Programming

practitioner, and her 17 years in corporate training to help business leaders command a room; galvanize a team and become a catalyst

for change. She uses a broad range of creative tools and solid scientific research including, NLP, DiSC profile assessment, and Emotional

Intelligence. Robyn has transformed the careers of thousands of business leaders in Fortune 50 ‐500 companies and brands such as

Allstate, Hewlett‐Packard, AXA, UBS and for various New York City government agencies. Her first book, Standing Ovation Presentations

(Motivational Press, 2013) was named on Forbes.com as one of the Top 100 Coaching Books.

BOBBI HICKS

Specializing in professional and family development, Bobbi Hicks, is a Business Birthing Coach, Seminar Leader, Chaplain, and former

NYC Permanent Placement Agency Owner, who has been creating transformational and life‐altering workshops for three decades. Her

innovative work has been presented at International and national conferences, i.e. Fourth World Conference for Women in Beijing,

China, UN International Year of the Family in Valetta, Malta, Fathers and Families Conference in Las Vegas, NV and San Juan, Puerto

Rico; at various Boards of Education, in Corporate America, at non‐profit organizations, and at colleges i.e. U of L Conference on the



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Black Family in Louisville, KY. She is the founder of Bobbi Hicks & Associates and The American Family Responsibility Movement™, where

families learn how to take responsibility for their futures. She has been described by clients and audiences as engaging, authentic,

intuitive, knowledgeable, compassionate, committed, on‐purpose, and a trail‐blazer. She resides in Nutley, NJ.

RICHARD HILL

Mr. Richard H. Hill (Pete) and Ms Sabrina Johnson have over two decades of teaching Equal Opportunity and Diversity‐Related subject

matter. Mr. Hill currently serves as the Director of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Management at the National Weather Service (NWS).

In this capacity, he provides Equal Employment Opportunity training, Workforce Civility Training, Prevention of Sexual Harassment

Training (POSH), and Implicit Bias training. His academic credentials include a Masters Degree in Human Resources and a Masters in

Management.

AYO (PAT) HINDS‐BANKOLE

Conscious Living Coach, Ayo (Pat) Hinds‐Bankole, is a Certified Holistic Health Consultant, a Certified Womb Wellness Consultant, and

has been on a mission over the past 15 years to help people ignite a passion for conscious living in body, mind, spirit, and environment.

Having overcome health adversities like severe PMS, weight issues, adult acne, severe seasonal allergies and more, using natural holistic

techniques, Ayo is passionate about helping others create a support system to achieve better health and wellness. She successfully

achieves this through her business, Conscious Living Care, where clients are offered her personalized step‐by‐step natural health

remedies and techniques, through workshops, presentations, and private or group coaching. Ayo has a BA in Biopsychology and received

her holistic health training through Trinity College of Natural Health and other institutions.

ARTHURETTA HOLMES‐MARTIN

A long time Civil Rights Blacks in Government. She has worked with the Project on Government Oversight and the Government

Accountability Project throughout her 30 plus years in public service. In 2005, she won a favorable decision against the Internal Revenue

Service for racial discrimination and retaliation. She is currently the Chair of Health and Wellness for the Coalition For Change. In that

role, she provides C4C members information on how to manage stress when pursuing avenues of redress for those faced with adverse

employment actions. She holds a Master's degree in Management and took post graduate work in communication and public policy.

She is a certified Stress and Wellness Consultant through the world renowned Selye Canadian Institute of Stress. She lectures at

conferences and Whistleblower Rights activist. She is a life member of on matters relating to the well‐being of Black Americans as a

professional Storyteller.

DR. MARCUS HOWARD

Dr. Marcus L. Howard is a renowned visionary, award‐winning author, coach, speaker, TBN (Trinity Broadcasting Network) host, founder

& creator of the Believe & Go Digital Academy (www.BGDAcademy.com), and author of The Entrepreneur's Dictionary. Pastor Marcus

has been known to be a creative innovator, challenging the notions of tradition by focusing on relevancy rather than routine and doing

Kingdom business in a new vision way. He has a bold and candid delivery and willingness to talk about the tough subjects using

unconventional methods. Branded as "The Head C.O.A.C.H.," he is determined to help your mind to S.E.E. (Self Encouraged Elevation).

With over 20 years of public speaking, over 15 years of community and corporate leadership, he is well‐respected among his colleagues,

mentors and vision partners for his commitment to accuracy and ability to motivate everyone from church, to school, to Corporate

America.

JEANNINE HUNTER

Jeannine Hunter, an 18F content specialist, has helped showcase and improve the team's diversity by interviewing colleagues as part of

the Diversity Guild's listening tour. She's also served as a content design lead, coaching her peers and helping with the content design

team's outreach and recruiting efforts. Along with strengthening the culture and inclusivity of the design team, Jeannine has worked on

some partner projects, including MyUSA, USCIS, FEC, and login.gov. She continues working with USDS as the lead content designer for

login.gov, and continues contributing to other content design efforts like the 18F Writing Lab.



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LISA NANCHES JACKSON

Lisa Nanches Jackson works with the DOJ Civil Rights Division. She began as an investigator in 2006 and in 2009 was promoted to

supervisor. Mrs. Nanches Jackson has more than 31 years of government experience. She conducts staff training sessions on Civil Rights

statutes, professional development, effective communications, paralegal and investigator responsibilities. Additionally, she serves as an

instructor for the National Advocacy Center and an Institute in Washington, D.C. where she teaches Leadership. For over 15 years Mrs.

Nanches Jackson has conducted many training sessions throughout the United States. In December 2010, she received double Masters

of Art degrees from Regent University.

DARLENE JENKINS

Darlene Jenkins is an Insurance and Retirement Specialist since 1990. Darlene is also a former federal government employee who

resigned from the government in 1990. She is now a certified Estate Plan Advisor and also serves as the Public Relations Liaison for

Affordable Benefits Solutions, Inc. Darlene enlightens her clients on methods to protect their retirement and family assets from

fluctuating markets and taxes. She prides herself on maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and integrity.

DR. ROSELL JENKINS

Dr. Rosell Jenkins has 20+ years of experience equipping people with skills to manage difficulties when encountering the expected and

unexpected. She is a licensed concierge psychologist/coach, trainer, and consultant, guiding individuals and organizations when

obstacles and life challenges interfere with optimal decision‐making or peak performance. Targeted towards increasing morale and

productivity in any setting, Dr. Jenkins offers training and seminars to organizations, groups, and corporations in which she provides

tools and strategies to optimize health, maximize talents and interact with others harmoniously. Her training help individuals identify

the behavioral changes necessary to function effectively in their personal and professional environments.

DR. TERESA S. JOHNSON

Dr. Teresa S. Johnson has 29 years of government service as Black History Chair, FOIA Liaison, Compliant Liaison, Special Emphasis

Coordinator, and staff coach in the ADA Mediation Program. Teresa has a Doctorate through Liberty University, a Master's through

Virginia Union, and a Paralegal Studies Certificate that allows her to counsel, instruct, and coach. As the founder of two nonprofit

organizations and a chaplain of the Richmond City Jail, Teresa leads a team of strong leaders invested in personal and professional

growth. Teresa is also a speaker with eight published books addressing: personal development, advancement, leadership, and team

building.

BRETT JONES

Brett “The Moderator”– Organizer and host of “The 13th Floor”, the Fledgeology podcast; Millennial; Employee and emerging leader

within Fortune 500 Company.

BRYAN JONES

Bryan Jones "Mr. Logistics" – Logistics Coordinator of Fledgeology; Entrepreneur; Assistant Director with the Bureau of School

Improvement for the State of Florida.

DR. ERIC ANTHONY JOSEPH

Eric Anthony Joseph, Ph.D. (Ed.D.), was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. Since 2010, he has served as Vice President For Strategic

Initiatives, Chief Diversity Officer, and a Full Professor at Mid—America Christian University in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He has served

two U.S. Presidents and has been honored in, invited to and recognized by the White House for his work (ministry) to both U.S. 44th

President Hon. Barack H. Obama Jr. and Vice President Hon. Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Before arriving at MACU, Dr. Joseph taught and served

with distinction at Langston University (1997‐2010), University Of Phoenix (2007‐2010), Azusa Pacific University (1992‐1997), and his

alma mater Biola University (1985‐1994). He has facilitated diversity seminars, workshops and conferences to nearly every branch of

government, fortune 500 companies, various public/private sectors/K‐16 schools/colleges, including BIG, as well as, in England, Austria,



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Switzerland, and Germany. He was an eight‐time NCCAA All‐American, two‐time national champion, and Male Track & Field Athlete of

the Year. He received his Ph.D., (Ed.D.), M.A., M.Div., B.A., all from Biola University in La Mirada, CA.

OLA JOSEPH, M.A., DTM

Ola Joseph is an 18‐year veteran of the Training Industry. He is a dynamic, humorous, compelling, authentic, and Bestselling author. He

has spoken before thousands of audiences around the world. He speaks with enthusiasm and passion and draws his audiences into his

messages with his storytelling skills and unique speaking style. He weaves life's most critical experiences into his stories to inspire,

motivate and most of all educate the audience. Ola is the author of fourteen (14) bestselling books and various professional development

video/audio programs. He is a United States Navy Veteran, National Speakers Association (Houston Chapter) Member of the Year, a

member of the National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators in five languages), and a certified member of The American

Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Ola holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Legal Studies and a Masters of Arts degree

in Human Resources Management. He is the president of Riverbank Consulting Group, LLC.

ROYCE KINNIEBREW

Royce Kinniebrew has earned a B.A. in English and Africana Studies from Iowa University. Also, He has earned an M.Ed. in Urban

Education from Marygrove College. Mr. Kinniebrew worked five years as a museum teacher at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African

American History. He gave gallery tours, preformed research, and assisted in writing for exhibitions. Additionally, he has worked many

years as a K‐12 classroom teacher, athletic director, and administrator. He has presented observational and SEP programs for Fort Knox

Military Base, USDA, DOJ, DHHS, DEA, ATF, Department of the Treasury, and Department of the Navy. He has presented training at the

past 4 BIG NTI: Boston, Detroit, Dallas, Las Vegas, Orlando, and Atlantic City.

CEDRIC LANCASTER

Cedric Lancaster ‐ CEO/Founder of UEBSC., was born in Nashville, TN, but raised and spent most of his adulthood in Memphis, TN, he

began his dream with a simple vision: To help & educate those who want a better financial future. With hard working values, he earned

his Bachelor of Science in Business Finance with the desire to help those in need who wanted to create wealth for themselves, but most

importantly, to leave a legacy for generations to come. He also served our great Nation with 13 years in the United States Navy. Before

starting his career in the financial services industry, he spent 10 years working for the United States Postal Service. He created UEBSC,

in 2007, with a passion to help families and provide financial awareness through education and workshops. Over the course of his career,

he has had the privilege of speaking to and motivating, tens of thousands of individuals and families on the topics of Financial Literacy,

Motivation, and Benefits/Retirement. Mr. Lancaster's best advice is to, "Duplicate what the great leaders have done and don't try to

reinvent the wheel.

JAYNE LATZ

Jayne Latz is an expert in communication skills. For over 25 years she has worked as a speech‐language pathologist, college educator,

professional speech trainer, and coach. In 2006 she founded Corporate Speech Solutions, LLC which specializes in advancing speech and

communication skills for business professionals. She is a member of National Speakers Association (NSA) and is on the board of the local

New York City Chapter. She has been featured in the Wall Street Journal (three times) and was a guest on the Today Show. She is the

proud author of the proud author of Communicate Up The Corporate Ladder, How To Succeed In Business With Clarity and Confidence.

ADONIS LENZY

ADONIS LENZY is an author, speaker, and former pastor who enjoys speaking to people from all walks and stages of life, inspiring them to live the life they have imagined by going after their dreams. He has developed a unique style of communicating in creative, illustrative and humorous ways to his audiences. With ingenuity he crosses all ethnic, denominational and cultural barriers. Whether speaking at conferences, organizations, churches, or to your staff, his message will no doubt inspire, motivate, and equip all individuals for next level living.



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AMINA JONES LAW

Amina Jones Law is CEO, of Childcare Management Solutions(CMS) an approved advance training organization by the Maryland State

Department of Education (MSDE) and Office of State Superintendent Education (OSSE). Ms. Law started her company in 1991 in the

District of Columbia and 1993 in Maryland. CMS provides consulting, approved early education training in the classroom, online and

onsite to Parent Groups, Head start, Federal Child Care Centers, Federally Employed Women (FEW), MNCPPC, Charter Schools, Prince

Georges County Schools and the Private Sector. She has propelled her organization as a forward‐thinking educator and business woman

who by 2010 had presented to over 100,000 participants in the DC area and across the United States.

CONRAD BRIAN LAW

Conrad Brian Law is an award winning speaker, Amazon bestselling author and an award‐winning author. Conrad started his federal

career as a Statistical Clerk and completed his career as an Information Technology Branch Chief. In addition to his government

experience, Conrad has worked as a business consultant with the Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and provides

training and technical assistance to businesses and organizations in Africa. Conrad is the CEO of Applied Learning Solutions an

international business analysis and online training organization located in Fort Washington, MD. ALS provides training in Human

Resources and Equal Employment Opportunity.

DR. ROBERT LEMON

Dr. Robert Lemon is an award‐winning national speaker, author, and entrepreneur. He is the CEO of Believe Your Dreams INC. He has

trained and spoken to numerous government organization's including the Dept. of Interior, Dept. of Agriculture, U.S.P.S, FDA, U.S.NRC,

IRS,USDA,CDC,VA Healthcare, U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force. Robert is the Author of his new released book "Now Is

Your Time 9 steps to reach your full human potential" Forwarded by Les Brown and Willey Jolley. Robert is also the co‐author of the

best‐selling book "Multiple Streams of Inspiration" with other celebrity authors including Jack Canfield ( "Chicken Soup for the Soul") Dr.

Lemon was the 2011 Advantage Media group Author of the Year. Dr. Lemon earned his Doctorate in Religious Education from JBTS

Seminary. He has 34 years of Federal Government service and recently retired from the U.S. Postal Service.

ROBERT E. LITTLEJOHN

of Robert Littlejohn, President and CEO of Mic‐Rob Non‐Profit Corporation, author of “1500 Federal Grant Programs,” has over 15 years

of mentoring individuals and organizations, the importance a 501c3, Federal Government Grants, MONEY YOU WILL NEVER HAVE TO

PAY BACK.

QUINTON LYNCH

Quinton Lynch, Owner‐Lynch Group Int. & Management Consultant‐Grants. He has been certified by the US Dept. Veteran Affairs and

Commonwealth of VA as a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). He has over 35 years' experience in Fiscal/Financial

management with DHHS, Corp. for Nat'l and Community Services, Inspector General office for Iraq Reconstruction, and DC Public

Schools. He has private sector financial experiences with IBM, Wachovia Bank & Trust Company, Virginia Union University, Ford Motor

Company, Bendix Corp and currently with Management Concepts, Inc. He has an MBA Degree‐Finance, Wharton School, (Univ. Of Pa),

BS Degree‐Bus. Mgt., Hampton University and post graduate studies from Harvard University, Schools of Business and Education.

GARY MAGEL

Gary “W‐I‐Z” – Fledgeology Strategist; Co‐founder Ibis Entertainment; Music artist and producer; Independent contractor for IT firm.

ALLISON MANSWELL

Allison V. Manswell, CPLP is a seasoned HR and talent management professional with experience working with Fortune 100 companies

like Exelon, PepsiCo, Lowe's, State Farm, Johnson & Johnson. Her expertise includes organizational, leadership and executive

development, diversity and inclusion. She has held leadership roles responsible for strategy development, program execution, and

change management. In addition to the industry credential as a Certified Professional in Learning & Performance (CPLP), Allison holds

an MBA in leadership. She also holds in BA in Justice and Law Enforcement from the University of Winnipeg where she started her career



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with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Allison has also been an adjunct faculty member in a classroom and online learning

environments for Bachelor and Master's Degree programs.

VALERIE MARTIN‐STEWART

Dr. Valerie Martin‐Stewart is an Electrical Engineer now 25 years with DoD, Keynote Speaker, Prolific Author, Ordained Minister, Former

professional athlete, Hall of Fame, National Award Recipient and founder of a 501 (c)(3) non‐profit ministry. She had the opportunity to

pitch this idea in New York City, NY to ABC, NBC, CBS, 48 Hours, and many more national media outlets. "Do it Afraid" is the most

requested speech that Dr. Stewart conducts in the D.C., MD, VA area and across the U.S. She completed the book entitled the same and

believed it will become a NY Times #1 bestseller.

MIKE MATTHEWS

Michael Matthews “Mike D”‐ Community Involvement Chair of Fledgeology; Entrepreneur; Grant writer and Project management

experience for city‐wide youth activities.

CORICO MCCRAY, SR.

Corico "King" McCray Sr. ‐ CMO of UEBSC, was born in Lansing, Michigan, Corico McCray is the Chief Marketing & Business Development

Officer of UEBSC. A former college basketball player who transitioned into the business field, holds a Bachelors of Science in Business,

with a concentration in Marketing and a Masters of Business Administration, from the University of Phoenix. He also holds a Masters

Certificate in Business Leadership & Management from Michigan State University, respectively. Mr. McCray has over twelve years of

experience in business sales and marketing, with eight of those years being in direct management roles. In his professional experience,

he has managed over $250 million in assets for corporations, coached and advised over 75 owners of small and medium‐sized businesses

in sales and marketing campaigns, and assisted independent companies in growing their practice(s) to over $4.3 million. Corico is an

Investment Adviser Representative and has earned his Series 6 and Series 63 licenses.

BRIAN K MCNEILL

Author, Speaker, Workshop Facilitator, Salescoach, and Founder of M.E.N (male empowerment networks) of Charlotte. He can help you

to sell your services much better than ever before. As the founder of M.E.N (male empowerment networks), he helps men 12 and up to

be transparent and helped.

SEKOU MITCHELL

Manage Aetna's sales, service and conservation efforts in Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia. Responsible for growth and earnings

targets for the plans we offer through the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program. Provide educational information about Aetna

plans and services to Federal benefits personnel and hiring managers in the Federal Government.

LOUIS J. NEELEY

Mr. Neeley is a retired Air Force colonel and is currently the Deputy Director of the Office of Supply Chain Management, General Services

Administration (GSA). This session focuse on teleworking and your health: Mental and Physical". While studies have shown major

benefits in company productivity from teleworking employees, one needs to be mindful of their health (pros and cons), both mentally

and physically, as a result of working in these more sedentary environments that teleworking offers.

SURENDER REDDY NERAVETLA, MD

Dr. Surender Reddy Neravetla, a senior heart surgeon from Springfield Ohio, is on a mission to prevent heart disease that is affecting

every household. Dr. Neravetla obtained his medical degree from Osmania Medical College in Hyderabad India followed by General

surgical training at Jewish Hospital and Medical Center in Brooklyn New York. He is the director of an award winning Cardiac Surgery at

Springfield Regional Medical Center. Consumer research council has placed him on the list of "America's Top Surgeons" for over ten

years in a row. The president of Springfield Chamber of Commerce in a recent article called him "one of the most successful people in



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his field." The Medical staff of Mercy health, Springfield, Ohio recently awarded him with the "Heart of Gold Humanitarian Award" in

recognition his relentless efforts in prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

DR. ROCHELLE E. OAKS

"The Power of Your Personality" is an excellent tool for developing communication and interpersonal skills in any environment.

Attendees will learn their preferred social style; understand their personality and the personality of others. The information is invaluable

and crosses boundaries in helping to manage relationships with people more effectively. This training offers personal development for

individuals in the workplace, with family, friends, and associates.This training can be used as a strategic planner for engaging and

transitioning people into positions and projects that accompany their gifted professional profile, by giving the right assignment to the

right person. Managers and supervisors that attend this training will be more apt in making the well‐informed and timely decision based

on the ability to perform.

PAMELA E. OXENDINE

Ms. Oxendine is the owner and operator of TMC (Training, Mediation and Consulting) Facilitators, LLC. TMC provides Acquisition and

Leadership Training, Workplace Mediation and Consulting for the Federal Government and Small Businesses. Ms. Oxendine held a

Federal Government Unlimited Contracting Officers’ Warrant and was a Manager in several federal agencies. She was also a Contracts

Manager for Industry and was a Professor of Government Contracting for DoD, Defense Acquisition University (DAU). Her experience

spans across the DoD, DOE, DHS, USDA and FAA and a 1 ½ year assignment in Doha Qatar. She is a graduate of Air Command and Staff

College, Maxwell AFB, and obtained her Masters in Business Administration from Central MI University.

MICHAEL POWELL

Mike Powell is the VP of Organizational Development and Training for the Powell Consulting Group. Drawing from his unique life

experiences, and lessons learned during a diverse career that includes leadership positions in the federal government, higher education,

hospitality, and non‐profit industries, Mike helps individuals, teams, and organizations implement innovative solutions to critical

challenges. Mike is a graduate of Hampton University where he earned his B.S., in Psychology and Southeastern University where he

earned his MBA. He has completed Post‐graduate work at Regent University and the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland. Mike was recently

honored by the Prince George's County Social Innovation Fund as one of Maryland's 40 top leaders under the age of 40.

KIKI RAMSEY

Kiki Ramsey is the CEO of Kiki Ramsey International, a full‐service coaching and speaking firm with over 10 years of professional

experience coaching entrepreneurs and leaders to walk in their purpose and full potential. As a motivational speaker, author, personal

and executive coach, Kiki's transformational strategies help women overcome limiting beliefs caused by fear, and find deeper purpose

doing the work they love. Kiki has a Master's in Social Work from the University of Georgia and holds a second Master's degree in Positive

Psychology from Life University in Atlanta. She is a member of the National Speakers Association, the Harvard Medical School Institute

of Coaching and the Forbes Coaches Council.

MARGGIE RANDALL

I currently work in the capacity as a GS 14 Information Technology Specialist for the Office of Architecture, Strategy & Design (ASD). My

core duties are Digital Strategy, Social Strategy, Web Development, SharePoint Administration and Knowledge Management (KM)

Engineering. I oversee ASD’s Internet, Intranet, SharePoint, and KM activities using various techniques and tools to facilitate the

creation, storage, retrieval and transfer of information/knowledge throughout the VA.

AVA ROSS

Ava Ross is the founder and Executive Director of Tabula Rasa Domestic Violence, Inc. a nonprofit organization that provides life tools

to victims and survivors of domestic violence. She is a survivor, an overcomer, and a motivational speaker who was just recently

interviewed by ESPN about domestic violence in the NBA/NFL. Ava Ross is also the CEO of TRDV, Inc. a company that provides services,

education, and training to employers and employees about domestic and sexual violence, sensitivity, risk management, policy and



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procedures. TRDV, Inc. offers workshops on personal, professional, and financial development to audiences of seventy‐five plus

participants.

DONNA RUCKER

As Deputy Managing Partner at Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Washington, DC office, Donna takes a focused and custom approach to her work

with the firm’s employment law clients. She is highly cognizant of the fact that no two employment law cases are the same, and therefore

no two client case strategies should be the same. She dedicates the time necessary to develop the legal pathway most likely to lead to

a client’s desired outcome given the circumstances at play. She invests personally in each client’s legal matter, is highly passionate about

securing legal victory for those discriminated, harassed, or otherwise wronged by their employer, and is a tenacious litigator. Donna

represents federal, state and private sector employees who require assistance with claims of discrimination, harassment, disability,

retirement, retaliation, disciplinary and adverse action, among a range of other matters.

GLENN SCOTLAND

Mr. Glenn Scotland is a retired member of the United States Army, a former Business Owner, holds a Bachelor degree in Computer

Science and is currently pursuing a PHD in Clinical Psychology. Mr. Scotland is the past EEO Director, ADR Manager, and FOIA and Privacy

Act Officer for Joint Buckley Air Force Base in Aurora CO. Currently, Mr. Scotland is employed at the Department of the Interior (DOI),

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), EEO Office in the Formal Complaints Department, where he conducts investigations, frames arguments

for investigation, reviews Investigative Plans, Review Report of Investigation, respond to Judge Orders, conduct mediations and prepare

documentation for the courts. He is also called upon as a guest speaker for numerous organizations on diverse topics.

JAMES SCOTT

James Scott is an Innovation Specialist and Lead Diversity Engineer for 18F and the new Technology Transformation Services (TTS). He

works on cloud.gov where he is building a cloud platform which enables agencies to deploy compliant applications to the cloud easily.

He is also committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture within 18F and TTS. Before coming to the government, James worked

for Intel Corporation where he worked on many software projects.

PIA N. SCOTT

Pia Scott is an Innovation Visioneer. As the Training and Development Director for the new Technology Transformation Service and the

former Chief of Staff for Presidential Transition Support Team, she expertly navigates complex issues and collaboratively creates optimal

solutions. Pia's philosophy is Equip Them, and They Will Lead You to Victory. Just ask her protégés, who acquired advanced degrees,

earned promotions to the Senior Executive Service, and launched successful enterprises. As a Presidential Management Fellow, who led

various government‐wide programs, Pia is most honored to serve as her father's caregiver, her niece's guardian and the 3rd grade

Sunday School teacher.

WANDA L. SCOTT

Wanda L. Scott is an Educator. She is an Associate Professor in Higher Education, a Corporate Trainer specializing in Effective

Communications and Leadership Development for companies such as Nissan, and she is an ordained minister teaching the Word of God.

While working in Corporate America as an IT Networking Engineer for companies like Bridgestone and Microsoft, she trained their

employees and Government clients such as the IRS and the Department of State. Wanda has a Master’s in Education from Johns Hopkins

with Leadership Development and Leadership in Technology Development Certificates. Wanda is an Author and a Consultant.

RABBONI SELAH

Mr. Rabboni Selah is a successful salesman and business owner, nationally celebrated Motivational speaker, as well as founder and CEO

of the Black Professional Speaker’s. Author of Be Your Own Hero, Stay Positive Baby, & How to Love Yourself in 40 Days. As the founder

of Master’s Concept Unlimited, a motivational training company, he has been in various publications including Jet Magazine and many

major newspapers. Additionally, he appeared on television and radio programs and before numerous business groups, civic

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BRIAN SHACKELFORD

Brian Shackelford ‐ COO of UEBSC, was born and raised in Memphis, TN. A lifelong friend of Cedric Lancaster, Mr. Shackelford was an

instrumental figure in the building of UEBSC and its brand. Brian holds an Associate's Degree in Business Administration from the

University of Maryland. Before his involvement with UEBSC, Brian served our great Nation with 20+ years of service in the United States

Air Force. He traveled the world to support and defend our country. His training expanded across many horizons and has earned several

honorary awards. Brian retired from the US Air Force as a Masters Sergeant in February 2008. Mr. Shackelford has taken extensive

courses in Leadership, Team Building, Strategic Planning, and Operations Management.

CHRISTINA SHAW

Christina Shaw, of the General Services Administration's Personal Property Management Division, will be hosting a Basics of Property

Disposal training course. Agencies will learn how to dispose of federal owned personal propertyproperly. This training will examine the

four steps of the typical disposal process (internal screening, federal screening, state/local screening, and sales) as well as special

programs such as Computers for Learning. The course will also cover the abandonment and destruction rules and regulations.

COL KEITH B (USAF, RET) SHOATES

Col Keith B. Shoates (USAF, Retired), PMP holds a BS (EE) and Masters (EE) from Cornell University, MBA (Finance) from Chapman

University, Certificate in Financial Planning from College of Financial Planning, Certificate in Project Management from the Project

Management Institute, and Level III Certification in Program Management and Systems Engineering from Defense Acquisition University.

With 28 years of experience in the public, private, and not‐for‐profit sectors, he provides mentoring and coaching services on the

fundamentals of project management, personal strategic & financial planning, effective time management, and wealth building

strategies. Col Shoates currently provides acquisition, project management, and systems engineering services to the Department of

Defense.

RYAN SIBLEY

Ryan Sibley is a writer and content strategist with a history in the open data and open government movements. Her work focuses on

making web writing and design intuitive and accessible to all people who helps her accomplish her goal of empowering users through

clear explanations and providing access to data. She's worked to simplify language describing some of the government's most complex

procurement and identity programs and remains an advocate for the regular person's right to understanding government

processes.James Scott is an Innovation Specialist and Lead Diversity Engineer for 18F and the new Technology Transformation Services

(TTS). He works on cloud.gov where he is building a cloud platform which enables agencies to deploy compliant applications to the cloud

easily . He is also committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture within 18F and TTS.

ADRIENNE SIMMONS

Adrienne Simmons is a Sr. Representative with Safe Harbour Benefit Solutions. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Communication, a

Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and is a professionally trained Federal Benefits counselor and presenter. For the last six years,

Ms. Simmons has brought her passion for helping people to the federal market where she consults federal personnel in various agencies

regarding their employee benefits and assists them in attaining their retirement goals. She has been a BIG NTI workshop presenter for

the last six years.

LAMETRICE S. SIMS

Lametrice S. Sims, am a Senior Non‐ Commissioned Officer with 30yrs. of military & civilian experience within and outside of the U. S.

Air Force (Active/Reserves) with 16yrs of experience as a professional development facilitator in the subjects: Team Building, Emotional

Intelligence, Healthy Thinking, Frontline Supervisor, Suicide Prevention & Violence Awareness, Stress Management, Supervisory

Counseling, to name a few. She has been a workshop presenter for both Blacks In Government (BIG) and Federally Employed Women

(FEW since 2009. Ms. Sims earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Park University of Parkville, MO.



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JOHN SPORING, JR

John Sporing is the Founder & CEO of JohnSporing.com, LLC, an organization dedicated to assisting minority professionals within and

outside the government to maximize their leadership potential and prepare them to become world‐class leaders. John served in the

Federal government for nearly a quarter century and has spoken at colleges and professional organizations across the country. He holds

a BBA from The University of Texas, San Antonio, an MA from the St. Mary’s University of Texas, and was a Ph.D. candidate at American

University.

CALVIN STEVENS

Cal Stevens, consultant, speaker, trainer, and author of: "Four Steps in Developing Your A.C.E" and "You Can Sell to Uncle Sam: Getting

Government Contracts," works with organizations to enhance their employee's professional development. Cal, a GOLD‐PLUS Charter

Life Member of BIG, has conducted this workshop for BIG NTCs, FEW, SHRM and many federal/military agencies and private

organizations. Cal has B.S. degree in management and has over 30 years of training experience with the Air Force Reserves and General

Services Administration.

ANTHONY STEWART

Stewart Financial seeks to educate individuals, families, groups and small businesses on foundations such as the right type and adequate

amount of insurances, safe and rewarding savings programs, protection for sickness, long term care, college funding, as well as long

term retirement planning using qualified (401K1TSP) and non‐qualified (Roth TSP/IRA/ Life Insurance) vehicles. Students are introduced

to concepts of basic budgeting, the rules of doubling money, the smart retirement money order, taxes, fees, inflation, and how to

properly protect assets and income. We are a qualified team of over 150 professionals licensed in Insurance and retirement planning.

TINA TAYLOR

Tina Taylor founded Lifetime Leaders in 2007 after an extensive leadership career in Corporate America. A driving motivation for her

transition was a calling to equip others to carry out their work more effectively. As the company's principal, Tina supports organizations

in both the private and public sector by helping teams manage and deliver key projects, facilitate strategic planning and develop

leadership competencies. Ms. Taylor has been endorsed repeatedly for her work training leaders, resolving organizational issues and

developing high performing teams. Her educational credentials include an MBA from Howard University and a BS, Industrial Engineering

from Texas A&M University.

PAULETTE TAYLOR

Serves as the Civil Rights Chair for The Coalition For Change, Inc. (C4C). She is also President, and co‐founder of a non‐profit organization

called Black Females for Justice II at the Social Security Administration. Ms. Taylor is a retired U.S. veteran from the U.S. Army, and she

now serves as the class agent in an EEOC certified race‐based class complaint representing over 5,000 Black females (Taylor, et al. vs.

Commissioner of Social Security Administration). Ms. Taylor holds an associate degree in fine arts from the Community College of

Baltimore County and a Bachelor’s degree from University of Maryland University College in Business Administration.

JOANN TOLBERT‐YANCY

Joann Tolbert‐Yancy is the President of Jotoski Human Resource Consulting Firm based in Dallas, TX, specializing in employment law

compliance, diversity training, and management/employee development training. Her Serving clients such as Homeland Security, State,

Farm Insurance Texas Zone, Chase Bank, US Postal Service, United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Agriculture,

Ryder System, Inc, Defense Logistic Agency, Missile Defense Agency, and the State of Oklahoma Department of Correction. She is a

noted author and her New Book, "Leadership At Its Best," was released at the Blacks in Government National Conference in August 2015

Atlantic City NJ.

VICTOR UDOEWA

Victor Udoewa is Deputy Director of 18F Learn. In this role, he runs the educational business for 18F, setting the external and internal educational strategy and implementation. Additionally, he works as a UX, program, and instructional



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designer on engagements with federal agencies and departments. In his last role as a Global Education Instructional Designer and Training Development Specialist at Google, he created and designed curricula on internet technologies for people around the world in low‐income and middle‐income countries, traveling globally to teach the first group of students to test and refine educational materials and train instructors to launch these courses.

TANYA WARD‐JORDAN

The workshop session will be presented by the three three panelists identified below. See brief biography for each presenter who is

with the Coalition For Change, Inc. (C4C). C4C, a volunteer civil rights organization, founded in 2009, addresses the need for increased

diversity and inclusion in the federal sector and provides an informational and spiritual support network for current and former Black

Federal employees who have challenged civil rights violations.

ROBERT WILSON

Rob Wilson is a financial advisor, television contributor and new media personality who concentrates his practice on providing advice

to and managing financial affairs for successful professional athletes, entertainers, and other young professionals. His work providing

advice and guidance to prominent young stars has earned him the moniker "Hip Hop's Financial Advisor." Rob received his bachelor's

degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and started his career as a systems analyst at Deloitte Consulting, one

of the largest professional services firms in the world. There, Rob provided information technology expertise to clients in the financial

services industry such as JP Morgan Chase, Bank of America, and the State of New Hampshire.

STEPHANIE E. WILSON‐COLEMAN

STEPHANIE WILSON‐COLEMAN, The Empowerment Doctor, inspires others with her motivational seminars of overcoming sexual

molestation, being a teenage mother and homelessness to becoming one of the highest ranking females in the federal government's

Midwest region. She lives her inspiration as the founder of The Champagne Connection, Inc. which is dedicated to helping other

transform their lives so they may live their dreams. She has published three books and hosts a cable access television show, "A Sip of

Inspiration." She is actively involved with homeless shelters, at‐risk youth, teenage mothers, and victims of domestic violence. Stephanie

believes it's not over until you say so.

CORNELIA WRIGHT

Former NYC Employment Recruiter, Cornelia Wright, will use her decade‐plus experience to share various "interview styles," non‐

traditional type questions that may be asked during an interview, how to use life experiences successfully to your advantage, and

strategies for self‐exploration and self‐knowledge, which will lead to a more successful interview outcome.

CHRISTIE WYATT

Ms Wyatt is currently a District 27 Officer with Toastmasters International which is located in Washington D.C. I have over 20 years of

public speaking, training and facilitation experience. I am working on becoming an Accredited Speaker with Toastmasters International.

I currently have my Advance Communicator Silver and Advance Leader Silver awards with Toastmasters (TM) International. She is

currently a member of USDA Patriot Plaza III Toastmasters (TM) Club, USPS Speak Up 727 TM Club and the President of PMP Experts

Toastmasters Club. Additionally, I am an executive leader within District 27. As a Division C Director, Ms Wyatt mentors and trains

members, and club officers on becoming better speakers and leaders within TMs International as well as within their professional

careers.

BASILIA YAO

Basilia Yao has 15+ years of experience providing management and advisory services for commercial and public sector clients. In 2015,

Ms. Yao was recognized as one of Consulting Magazine's Top 25 Consultants. Before joining A&M, Ms. Yao was the Chief Operating

Officer for the NYC Office of Housing Recovery Operations. She was also a Senior Policy Advisor to Mayor Bloomberg's Special Initiative

for Rebuilding and Resiliency, which developed the City's long‐term climate change preparedness and resiliency strategy. Also, Ms. Yao



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has held several leadership roles at General Electric, including Global Marketing Leader for GE Transformation for GE Transportation.

Ms. Yao holds a B.A. in History from Columbia University and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.



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