Membership Recruitment & Retention Strategies

COUNCIL OF PRESIDENTS Quarterly Report Review Committee 3RD QUARTER REPORT REVIEW SUMMARY JANUARY 22, 2011

Reports were submitted by: Boston Chapter, Central Texas Chapter, Central Virginia Chapter, Cleveland Chapter, Magic City Alabama Chapter, Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter, North Texas Chapter, Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area Chapter and Tampa Bay Area Chapter.

1. MEMBERSHIP

New Members The top chapters that recruited the highest amount of new members and/or restated members: Smaller: Boston – 3; Small – Cleveland – 4; Medium: Central Texas - 35; Large: Metro Atlanta – 18.

Boston Students and young professionals are being targeted for membership. There is a 100 percent increase in the young professionals.

Central Texas Chapter All groups are being targeted with special emphasis on Young Professionals and Students.

Central Virginia Target Students/Young Professionals (Future Focus). We have approximately six new emerging Leaders since 12/31/2009; this is an 100% increase.

Magic City All groups are being targeted; however, the chapter has targeted “Young Professionals, Public Administrators and “Elected Officials.”

Metro Atlanta Fourth quarter strategy - target local corporate, student, and young emerging professionals. We have seen recent surges in interest on the part of our emerging leaders and students inquiring about professional development opportunities, particularly job and internship opportunities. In addition, there is renewed interest on our corporate partners to form an official local corporate advisory council in anticipation of Forum 2013. Other strategies include:

Recruitment (“Each One –Bring One” campaign) – Increase membership by 10% or more or a net of 27 members by CY’ Retention (“Reclaim and Retain” campaign) – Decrease lapsed membership by 10% over the year previous months during CY ’10 Customer Service (“One Member At-a-Time” campaign) – Ensure that members have information related to membership, notification of upcoming lapsed dates, implement National Payment Plan, monitor membership strategies through surveys, etc. (Membership satisfaction to 70%)

North Texas Chapter North Texas targets students, local officials and NCAC members.

Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area The Chapter targets young professionals and students.

Tampa Bay Area We continue to use newsletter, events, and partner relations to recruit members. Additionally, we have actively posted messages on facebook and twitter to attract members.

Elected Officials:

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Boston We continue to send information to elected officials who are on our e-mail distribution list on a regular basis and will send a list for outreach purposes to the NFBPA National office soon.

Central Texas Chapter In preparation for Symposium 2010, CTC Program Chair Anthony Snipes and committee members met with state, city and county elected officials, which included State Representatives, Mayor and City Council Members, and County Judge and Commissioners to obtain their support and participation in the conference. This included sponsorships of in-kind and cash contributions, speaking engagements, letters of support, proclamations, and a fostering of relationships between the elected officials and the CTC.

Central Virginia Several area elected officials were invited to participate on our annual Manuel Deese Golf Tournament held September 10, 2010.

Cleveland E-mail blast is forwarded multiple times as a meeting/forum invite.

Magic City The chapter has gained the support and membership renewal of the Current Mayor. In addition, Officer, Jarvis Patton, who is a former Board Member and past President. In addition, Mr. Patton has committed to submitting a letter of support, which will become forwarded to ALL department heads and supervisors. Elected Officials and assistants within the Council Office will also be addressed. Once the head of the departments see the organization’s value, they can then engage their employees.

Metro Atlanta In July 2010, the MAC Chapter partnered with the Honorable Atlanta City Councilman Kwanzaa Hall, District 2 served as a speaker bringing program greetings for our July Public Policy Forum on “The new High School Experience—in Atlanta Public Schools”. In addition, the Honorable Courtney English, Atlanta Board of Education Board Member, Seat 7 also brought remarks on the program.  The Honorable Atlanta City Council President, Ceasar C. Mitchell served as speaker for our August 2010 Inauguration of the 2010-2012 MAC Board. In addition, the Honorable Eldred Bell, Chairman of the Clayton County Board of Commissioners also served as a delegation representative on the program. A proclamation was presented to MAC by both Ceasar and the Honorable Atlanta City Councilman Clarence T. Martin, representing District 4, proclaimed Dean of the Council and Chair of the Atlanta City Council Transportation Committee Chair.  MAC solicited partnership with Atlanta City Council President Ceasar C. Mitchell in conjunction with Kaplan Test Prep to offer middle and high school students’ free SAT/PSAT and ACT preparation scheduled for October 2010.

North Texas Honorable Mayor Ronald Jones of Garland, Texas and Honorable Mayor Carl Sherman of Desoto, Texas spoke at the North Texas Fall Symposium Roundtable Luncheon September 2010 at the University of Texas at Dallas in Richardson, Texas.

Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area No new strategies have been used this quarter. The Executive Committee is still working to determine the best strategies to focus on Elected Officials. The current members continue to participate and support the Chapter.

Transportation Industry:

Boston We share information with COMTO and WTS on a regular basis and will continue to do so in the future.

Central Virginia John Lewis, Greater Richmond Transit Company, was a sponsor of our annual Manuel Deese Golf Tournament.

Metro Atlanta The MAC President attended the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO), Metro Atlanta Chapter’s Networking Mixer held on Saturday, September 30, 2010; 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at U.S. Café, 2591 Piedmont Road, Ste. 102. Both Chapter President’s spoke about sharing membership rosters in order to increase memberships in both organizations. We anticipate (5) new members as a result of this new strategic alliance with COMTO.

Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area No new strategies have been developed at this time to encourage greater participation by the Bay Area transportation industry. However, work will continue to be done to reinstate the membership of the Director of one of the Bay Area’s largest transportation agencies.

Institutions of Higher Learning:

Boston We have a continuing relationship with U. Mass. Boston and the Department of Public Policy and Public Affairs. We also intend to reach out to Boston University and Harvard Kennedy School Students in Boston this summer and fall.

Central Texas Chapter Huston Tillotson University and University of Texas The CTC Chapter continues to work to establish relationships with students at both the University of Texas and Huston Tillotson University. CTC established a working relationship with the MILE Program at Huston Tillotson University in February of this year. As reported last quarter, we continue to have a great relationship with Gregory Vincent, Senior Vice President, University of Texas, who is engaged in discussions with CTC about formalizing a multi-year relationship with NFBPA that will include financial partnerships, as well as, facilitating discussions with their minority students. The University of Texas was also a valued partner in planning for Symposium 2010 that will be reported next quarter.

Central Virginia The Education chair now has a contact at Virginia Commonwealth University and Virginia State University. We are working to form a partnership with them to assist aspiring public administrators in the Richmond area.

Magic City An individual has been assigned to address and meet with public administrators associated with the institutions of Higher Learning. In addition, students within the public administration sector will be addressed and invited to attend a chapter meeting.

Metro Atlanta A total of seven (7) Mentor Program protégées (4 of which are CAU alumni) were identified as a result of sessions with students and young professionals. The MAC Emerging Leaders Chair, Ms. Shamiah Kerney is in consistently meeting with the President of the Public Administration Student Association (PASA) at Clark Atlanta University, faculty members from area Universities, and young professionals in the Atlanta Area in order to plan panels for the upcoming 2011 Forum. To date, all Mentor Program protégées have either renewed or maintained their memberships in NFBPA. A meeting with the University’s President, Provost, and Chair of the Public Administration Program was held during CAU’s Homecoming planning sessions in order to encourage participation in upcoming Forum 2013.

North Texas Chapter Recruited college professors to speak at the Fall Symposium and hosted the Fall Symposium at UT at Dallas on September 17, 2010. Several professors joined the organization after the event.

Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area The Chapter’s 1st Vice President continues to promote membership of other individuals in positions of authority within the institutions of higher learning by hosting events at the University and advertising to promote attendance and membership. Other members who are instructors and in other positions have also made themselves available to promote membership.

Legacy Committee:

Boston We have created a Boston Legacy group and hosted a Reception for past presidents and the founding members of the Boston chapter on September 24, 2010 in Boston’s south end neighborhood.

Central Texas Chapter We continue to reach out to our retirees and past members to renew their memberships and decrease the number of lapsed members.

Central Virginia The Central Virginia Chapter sent a card to congratulate Irving Bey on his induction into the Virginia Union University Hall of Fame. The chapter is planning to extend special invitations to all legacy members to the December Annual Meeting/Holiday Social.

Magic City Previous rosters, minutes and files have been carefully viewed and outreach by the Chapter President, along with chapter members has been conducted. Further contact via Facebook has been conducted to contact former members. As a result, 12 individuals have committed to renewing lapse memberships and/or rejoining.

Metro Atlanta Former members are being asked to join the Legacy Committee and MAC. The committee is posed to re- engage senior, seasoned, founding members of NFBPA MAC that have 20-plus years of membership in the organization. A proposed MAC Legacy Breakfast is planned for the 2011 Forum.

North Texas Chapter The Chapter located founding members and will establish a North Texas Legacy committee.

Tampa Bay Many legacy members were contacted and invited to attend the October 29, 2010 Welcome Reception. All founding local chapter members were contacted.

Future Focus/Emerging Leaders:

Boston We started a future focus initiative to reach out to college students and young professionals in the fall and winter of 2010 and will invite interested students and young professions to attend the 2010 Leadership in Public Service Award Event on October 28th.

Central Texas Chapter

 The Future Focus Committee, chaired by Roshanda Tipton, held a social mixer in September at the 11th Street Station Restaurant and Bar in concert with the Membership Committee to recruit young professionals.

 The Future Focus Committee will continue to engage our future leaders by seeking new and innovative ways to reach and recruit young and aspiring public administrators. We also will continue our partnerships with graduate level students at the University of Texas at Austin and the LBJ School of Public Affairs. As a result, we have successfully recruited 10 new student members to the local chapter. We will focus our efforts in the fall of 2010 to formalize mentor relationships with these students. Currently, we are identifying mentors to match with the student members.

 CTC Future Focus members along with Chapter President Deborah Britton met to discuss technology applications such as FaceBook, and implementing a more interactive website to improve our communication to our young professional membership.

 CTC Program Chair and National Board Member Anthony Snipes attended the 2010-2011 ELI and Mentor Fall Training Session and Congressional Black Caucus in Washington, DC in September and met with young professionals and emerging leaders. Mr. Snipes also, participated In a presentation to the ELI and Mentor attendees about participation in Future Focus. Chapter members and protégés, Yvette Rugely-Craig and Roshanda Tipton were also in attendance.

Central Virginia Several Emerging Leaders are mentees in the NFBPA Mentorship program.

Cleveland As a result from our E-mail blasts, we have had members participate in the last (2) National and Future Focus conference calls.

Magic City Current young professionals have been asked to volunteer for upcoming committees and open positions of office. In, addition, one young professional has been appointed as Chapter VP.

Metro Atlanta Our Emerging leader’s committee (Future Focus), Chaired by Ms. Shamiah Kerney, has further refined her strategic plan targeting on recruiting young professional members. A monthly executive chat and chew series is scheduled where a seasoned NFBPA MAC member will share their experiences with the emerging leaders over lunch and/or dinner. Plans are underway to also kick off university visits: the first university

is scheduled for October 18, 2010 with Troy State University. President and Emerging Leaders chair are scheduled to speak.

Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area The Chapter’s Future Focus/Emerging Leaders representatives continue to actively plan events to promote active membership in the Chapter. To further showcase this group, the Executive Committee selected our National representative to receive one of this year’s Bay Area Achievers awards that will be presented in November. Regular mixer and students activities are planned and held to promote membership.

Tampa Bay We are working with the Future Focus Chair to create a holiday networking function to attract new members.

What other membership recruitment strategies has your chapter completed in this quarter?

Boston We hosted an Information Forum with the Boston Public Health Commission that featured Dr. Nancy Norman, MD, MPH, and the Chief Medical Officer for the City of Boston on September 29th , at the Justice Resource Institute Training Center in downtown Boston. This Information Forum presented the Healthy Boston Report for 2010 and was very well attended.

Central Texas Chapter Standard Monthly Meeting Format: The Chapter incorporates professional development training with monthly general membership meetings in order to meet the needs of all our members. The format of the monthly meeting is to conduct the regular general meeting followed by a series of professional development trainings. This also allows potential members to sit in on our general meetings and participate in the professional developing training. Each meeting is held on a different date, time and location to meet the needs of our members. This was determined by surveying members to assess their interests, time and location preferences. Since the Central Texas Chapter also includes members and locales beyond the Austin city limits, it was imperative that we make our meetings and training accessible to all. As it specifically relates to recruitment, we set up our standing display (similar to national’s) and a table displaying the NFBPA/Central Texas Chapter logo with brochures and staffed by members to meet, greet and recruit new members. Events and activities held this quarter: Weekly information on events throughout the Austin area is provided to members by the President to encourage attendance at other professional events that may benefit the professional development of members. Summer Membership Mixer social networking event at MJ’s on September 9, 2010. Members were encouraged to bring a perspective member as a guest. Guests were provided food, networking opportunities and fellowship. Community Service Event on July 24, 2010 in the St. John’s Neighborhood in conjunction with the City of Austin Code Enforcement Division. Teams of members picked up litter and identified bulky trash needing removal. City of Austin crews followed alongside in city trucks and picked up the trash. This was an excellent opportunity to help a community in disrepair, introduce NFBPA to local citizens and partner with a City department. The day was completed with an NFBPA Family Cook-Out. Monthly Membership Meeting held at 505 Barton Spring Road on August 20, 2010. Membership Mixer at 11th Street Station Restaurant and Bar on September 24, 2010 – Held a drawing and awarded two $100.00 cash prizes. All guests and members present were eligible to win. This was publicized before the event as incentive to members to attend the mixer and to bring potential members as guests. We also presented $100.00 to the member that recruited to the most members over the last quarter and that prize went to Anthony Snipes.

Central Virginia

The membership chair, with help from the Central Virginia Chapter members, created a “Top Ten” list of reasons to be a member of the NFBPA. We will make the list available to potential new members as well as post it on the website.

Magic City The Chapter is in the planning session for a reception for outgoing public administrators due to the huge buy out that the City of Birmingham is conducting. In additions, a membership drive will be conducted during the reception.

Metro Atlanta Our September 2010 MAC Corporate Appreciation event and August 2010 MAC Board Inauguration dovetails into our overall kick-off of our membership campaign strategy: “Each one - Bring one” focusing on increasing corporate memberships, students, and young professionals. In addition, we have partnered during the quarter with other organizations in order to attract new members as follows: The National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA); the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO; Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transportation Authority (MARTA); The Atlanta Business League; the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC): Atlanta Public Schools (APS; the DeKalb Bar Association (DBA); the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (GABWA).

North Texas North Texas Hosted a membership recruitment day at Applebee’s Restaurant in Dallas. Member s encouraged to invite potential members to dinner or lunch. The Chapter received 10% of dining receipts benefiting the College Scholarship Fund.

Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area OSFBAC continued planning of it’s 7th Annual Bay Area Achievers event scheduled to be held in November 2010 at the Hilton Oakland Airport Hotel.

The Membership Committee also continued to send letters to members whose membership has expired or is about to expire reminding them of the benefits of NFBPA membership and encouraging them to renew. The chapter has realized some success from this effort

Tampa Bay We participated as a sponsor in a collaborative with several other organizations: The National Black MBA Association, The National Association of Black Accountants, The 100 Black Men of Tampa Bay, The George Edgecomb Bar Association, The Tampa Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Minority Public Relations Society, The Tampa Alumni Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., The Crescent Foundation, Inc. There were over 70 participants. Our Chapter passed out membership applications and had a (2) minute speaking opportunity. We generated (2) new members and corporate interest of Prudential Insurance company.

Describe the membership retention strategies used in your chapter this quarter:

Central Texas We conduct meetings followed by professional development to improve attendance and provide for membership retention and recruitment. The Program Committee developed an annual calendar of events that we have distributed to the membership and to other similar organizations. It provides a complete picture of all chapter sponsored meetings and events. Other specific strategies include the following: Hosting membership mixers, and attending events held by other organizations such as the Black MBA’s, and Black Professional Alliance. The chapter President and members continue to reach and cultivate new partnerships and relationships to acquire new members and re-engage existing members. Including members throughout the city, county and state organizations with the planning and execution of the

regional conference also helps keep members engaged and committed. We also continue to target lapsed members and reduce the number of dropped members.

Central Virginia The membership chair routinely reviews the membership list for lapsed. The membership chair phones members as well as sends e-mails to inform members of their status. The CVC also invites all members and lapsed members to CVC events and meetings.

Cleveland At each meeting, we devoted time on the agenda to discuss the benefits of membership as well as the payment options available for membership. Handouts were distributed at each meeting to show all options available for membership. In addition, we have had discussion with other local organizations and will work collaboratively with each to put on workshops and forums to draw additional membership interest. In addition, a presentation was made September 20th to students ranging from ages 19 -25 that are enrolled in the Cleveland Job Corps program. During the presentation, the role of public administrator’s was discussed as well as the benefits of a career in public sector. The youth had an opportunity to attend a Cleveland City Council meeting to gain hands on public service experience. Following the meeting, the students had the opportunity to engage with Cleveland Mayor, Frank Jackson, to ask additional questions regarding the city council meeting and general public service roles.

Additionally, a special invite was forwarded to members who normally attend but have been absent from the most recent meetings.

Metro Atlanta Our MAC membership subcommittee responsible for retention has analyzed and delegated a page from the national membership report to each committee member. A total of 4 committee members have identified members that have lapsed memberships proactively and reactively. MAC has begun to use resources across the organization, i.e. committees such as: membership, finance and budget, technology, etc., to sustain membership and avoid lapses. In addition, MAC has strategically aligned with the National plan to regain membership by engaging in the payment strategy for lapsed members. Follow-up letters are sent for those who are nearing lapse dates. We have reclaimed 11 members during this period.

North Texas The Chapter continues to identify lapsed members. Board members are asked to assist with making phone calls to lapsed members who work in the same city and encourage them to renew their membership.

Tampa Bay Our retention activities continue to include members in bi-monthly meetings and emailing them whenever job opportunities or membership news becomes available.

2. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Chapters throughout the COP designed and delivered professional development programs that highlighted the accomplishments of their members and focused on needs as public administrators.

Boston We are planning educational seminars in partnership with the University of Massachusetts for the winter of 2010 and 2011. We also post job opportunities for the state and other organizations on our website whenever possible and send job information on a regular basis to our e-mail distribution list on a weekly basis.

Central Texas Chapter August Professional Development Program on August 20, 2010 at One Texas Center, 505 Barton Springs Road, “Successfully Navigating the Interview Process and Understanding the Trends in Human Reources. Members and guests heard from a panel of Human Resources Experts about in-basket exercises, role- playing, and written/oral exercises. Presenters included: Debbie Maynor, Human Resources Director, City of Killeen, Texas and Mark Wahsington, Human Resources director, City of Austin, Texas, Kevin Russell, Human Resources Director, City of Georgetown, Texas and Teresa S. Bledsoe, Human Resources Director, City of Round Rock, Texas.

September Planning meeting conducted weekly during the month of September in preparation for Symposium 2010.

Central Virginia Four area professionals are participating in the Mentorship program and (2) rising executives are participating in the Executive Leadership Institute.

Cleveland At the August and September committee meetings, brain storming session were conducted subsequent to the various committees being established where a plethora of professional development programs were suggested. As suggested, the development opportunities will be in conjunction with the forum topic discussed. As a result of these sessions, a tentative schedule has been outlined for next year for quarterly forums and support workshops.

Metro Atlanta September 2010 - NFBPA Metro Atlanta Chapter kicked off its first Professional Development Institute (PDI) session discussion on Sunday, 09/26/10. The goals are to provide a cost effective local professional development training session for its membership; increase membership and participation in NFBPA MAC; and provide speakers and topics that are relevant to training members to leverage their soft and hard professional skills. The institute will target four strategic types of membership in MAC: [I.] students (pre and in-service); [II.] young professionals (individuals with professional with experience from 1-5 years); [III.] mid- level executive professionals (individuals with professional experience from 6 to 15 years); [IV.] senior level professionals (individuals with professional experience with 20 years or more). A timeline chronicling days, times, and locations will be initiated beginning in March 2011. Graduation will end at the proposed local Marks of Excellence event in 2012.

PDI Benchmarks and Best Practices Description: Engage, review, and analyze other chapters that have similar programs. The recommended training series will focus on partnering with a local sponsor and incorporate both national (Mentor Program and the Executive Leadership Institute (ELI)) and local programs(proposed MAC Professional Development Institute and Emerging Leaders Pathways to Leadership Internship Program).

Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area The Program Committee held a meeting in December to plan future professional development workshops for chapter meeting in 2010.

North Texas North Texas coordinated the North Texas Fall Symposium at UTD in Richardson, Texas. Symposium Theme: Today’s Tools for Tomorrow’s Success. Dr. David E. Daniel, President of UT at Dallas welcomed the members and attendees. Dr. Calvin Jamison, Senior VP of Business Affairs and Dr. Troy Coleman conducted the opening Plenary Session. Program tracks – Fiscal Crisis Management; Health and wellness and Sustainability. Speakers included: John Hennessy, with Hay Group; Rodney

Chapin with CDM; Dr. Douglas Kiel, UTD Professor; Dr. James O. Wright, Director of Environmental Health and Safety, UTD, Wanda Mizutowicz, Assoc. VP of Finance, UTD; Darryl Martin, Dallas County Administrator; Dr. Michael Selders, Psychologist, VA Hospital and Melissa Wackerle, Sustainability Consultant.

Hosted Annual Scholarship Reception for student recipients. Provided over $3,000 in scholarships to five undergraduate and graduate students. Past student scholarship recipients spoke at the reception on their college experience. Reception was held in Garland, Texas at the Granville Arts Center on July 13, 2010. Music was provided by student scholarship winner.

Tampa Bay Each member continues to pursue professional development at their respective places of employment.

Formalized networking opportunities:

Boston We continue to share information on jobs and career opportunities on a regular basis with COMTO and other professional organizations in Boston.

Central Virginia The Central Virginia Chapter hosted a networking social/membership drive at T’ Millers Sports Bar & Grill on September 24, 2010. A total of 14 members and (3) guests attended the event.

Cleveland  The President of the National Society of Black Engineers attended our September 2010 meeting where we discussed opportunities for networking and future collaboration.

 A conference call was conducted with the President of the Black Law Student’s Association (BLSA) for Cleveland State University (CSU) to discuss collaborative efforts. As result of the discussion, there will be a forum in collaboration with the Cleveland NFBPA chapter and the CSU BLSA chapter 11/17/2010. This forum will be held at CSU’s Moot Court.

 October 14, 2010: NFBPA officers attended the annual reception for the NFBPAs National Urban Fellow program. These events allowed the opportunity for connect with those who are interested In public administration and network with area partners and organizations dedicated to civic improvement.

Metro Atlanta August 2010 - NFBPA Metro Atlanta Chapter held its inauguration and reception of the 2010-12 Executive Board on Thursday, 08/06/10 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the One Ninety One Club in Downtown Atlanta. Speakers for the event included the Fulton County Manager, Mr. Zachary Williams; the Honorable Clayton County Board Chair, Eldrin Bell; Mr. Morris Williams, Chief County Administrator for the Board of Commissioners, Dekalb County, Georgia, the Honorable C.T. Martin, Atlanta City Council, and President of the Atlanta City Council, the Honorable Ceasar C. Mitchell all served as speakers for the event. Two proclamations were presented on behalf of Dekalb County and the City of Atlanta. An oath was administered to the incoming MAC officers by Judge Michael Johnson. Our Local Corporate Advisory Chair, Ms. Linda Jordan secured sponsors for the event. There were over 50 plus members and guests in attendance at the inauguration. The event concluded with sounds from a local jazz band and networking among members, politicians, and public administrators.

North Texas Chapter hosted a scholarship fundraiser at Applebee’s restaurant in Dallas, August, 2010.

Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area

In September, in Future Focus Committee hosted a mixer at a local sports lounge. The mixer included networking, hors d’oeuvres and a light program where information about the organization was presented and Board members were introduced. There were 28 people in attendance. In addition to current chapter members, the event attracted potential members from non-profit organizations and other agencies around the area, a new population of individuals not at previous events.

Tampa Bay We conducted a collaborative event with seven other minority organizations from the Tampa Bay Area.

List any activities associated with seeking and/or identifying organizations with similar memberships

Central Texas Regular information sharing and attendance at events with the Black Professional Alliance of Austin, Austin Chapter of Black MBA’s, Black Accountants, Capital City African American Chamber of Commerce, Blacks in Government, and others.

Central Virginia The Central Virginia Chapter maintains membership in the Richmond Leadership network (RLN). On September 2, 2010 a representative from the Central Virginia Chapter attended the monthly RLN meeting and discussed forming a partnership with several other organizations to host a joint holiday social in December 2010.

Cleveland Opportunities were identified at the July 22nd meeting. There is a target for implementation by the fourth quarter. In line with this discussion, opportunities discussed include: collaboration with other professional organizations in the area for various forums and events. As a result of the earlier discussion, for the September and October, there has been continued dialogue with the following organizations: Black Data Processing Associates, Black MBAs, Black Law Students Association, National Society of Black Engineers, University Hospitals, Cleveland State University, Policy Bridge and the FBI, as a result, where applicable, we will conduct collaborative forums in 2011.

Metro Atlanta July 2010 - hosted a public policy forum in conjunction with the Atlanta Public Schools entitled, “The New High School Experience with Atlanta Public Schools”. Mr. Randolph Bynum, Assistant Superintendent for High Schools served as keynote speaker with over 25 members and guests in attendance. Mr. Ronald Skeete, Executive Director of Outward Bound Atlanta also brought greetings. Atlanta City Councilman Kwanzaa Hall and Atlanta School Board Chair Courtney English also brought greetings. August 2010 –-hosted a members only “Gubernatorial Forum” to promote member awareness of the State of Georgia’s three (3) gubernatorial candidates. The final months of the Georgia Gubernatorial race gave the 100 or more attendees an opportunity to ask questions that were important to them—particularly issues such as: state budget balancing, education, small businesses, transportation, and employment. September 2010 – co-hosted a free to the public “Meet your Judicial Candidates” forum in order to promote awareness of the highly contested judicial races in Cobb, Dekalb, and Fulton counties, respectively. MAC partnered with the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (GABWA) and the Dekalb Bar Association (DBA).

3. CORPORATE PARTICPATION

Boston We are in the process of developing plans for outreach to local Boston Corporations that might be sponsors of local activities such as the Boston Leadership Public Service Award Event in October of 2010 and we

are developing plans with the Boston Federal Reserve Bank to host a Minority Small Business Seminar in January of 2011.

Central Virginia On September 10, 2010 the Central Virginia Chapter hosted our annual Manuel Deese Golf Tournament. This successful event was supported by several area sponsors and over 80 golfers participated in the event.

Cleveland The monthly meetings are held at the facility for one of the chapter’s sponsors, at no cost.

Metro Atlanta September 2010 sponsored a corporate appreciation night out with the MAC Executive Board. MAC provided tickets, parking, and invited the inaugural 15 or so corporate sponsors to see the Atlanta Braves claim victory over the Florida Marlins. Each local corporate member was thanked for their on-going support and partnering for Forum 2013.

North Texas Chapter Hosted a Corporate Appreciation Reception on September 17, 2010 at UTD, Executive Dining Hall. Awards were given to Corporate Sponsors: Henry Bryant with Metropolitan Life; Dr. Calvin Jamison (UTD) and EJAR Star for their contributions.

Hosted 3rd Annual Golf Tournament at Los Rios Country Club in Plano, Texas. Corporate members, local members and invited guest played in the tournament. Hosted luncheon and awards ceremony following the golf tournament. Proceeds benefited the student scholarship fund

Tampa Bay We are actively recruiting members to participate on a corporate advisory council. We have targeted Wal- mart, Prudential, and other major corporations in the area. The corporate advisory committee will begin meeting with theses firms in October to solicit membership and participation in NFBPA local events.

4. TECHNOLOGY

Boston – http://www.nfbpaboston.org/; with 420 unique hits this quarter; using E-vites for meetings and events on a regular basis now.

Central Texas Chapter – www.nfbpacentraltexas.org ; 150 hits; Twitter and Facebook. Our chapter continues to send out e-flyers to market and advertise their events.

Central Virginia – www.nfbpa-cvc.org; We created a calendar of events for the 2010 calendar year. This information was e-mailed to all members of the Central Virginia Chapter. Meeting announcements and other local events are also e-mailed to chapter members.

Cleveland – www.nfbpacleveland.org - 75 hits; Facebook and WordPress. There is a database of over 400 professionals that are invited to the monthly meetings. This database was created from a national list and attendees from previous Forum events. Utilize surveys to confirm attendance.

Metro Atlanta – www.nfbpaatlanta.com ; The Chapter averages roughly 60 hits per month. The Chapter currently supports the following social networking sites: Facebook, Yahoo groups and G-mail accounts.

Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area – www.nfbpa-osfbac.org; Bylaws are current and were lasted updated 1/31/08. The website was used to provide information on the upcoming Bay area Achievers Awards Banquet, the student meeting at UC Berkeley and the Future Focus Mixer. The most recent issues of the Chapter newsletter and chapter meeting information was also available on the website.

North Texas Chapter – www.northtexasnfbpa.org; average hits per month this quarter was 250. We use Facebook and Twitter to post activities and events.

Tampa Bay Area – www.nfbpatampaareachapter.org; Emailed job opportunities to members to share with displaced colleagues. Our job search component has been extremely busy. Additionally our calendar of events is utilized as the primary source of chapter activities. We have a new facebook account and utilize twitter.

5. CHAPTER SUSTAINBILITY

Boston We are recruiting new members who are interested in playing leadership roles more aggressively this year in order to provide future leadership to the Boston Chapter.

The chapter currently has a president and a president elect. We will be voting in new officers in one year. By-laws updated in July 2009.

Central Texas Chapter The Central Texas Chapter conducts annual elections and actively seeks members that have an interest and aptitude for leadership roles. Officers work with and identify members that may seek an office and mentors other less experienced or tenured officers and board members. All of our chapter’s professional development sessions and social events are marketed via e-mail, website, and in some cases the media. Bylaws were updated in August, 2009

Central Virginia The Chapter plans to: (1) Provide structure and strong leadership to include identifying leaders within the chapter; (20 Fill all expired terms: (3) Further develop strong leaders by preparing training to include ALL information regarding the organization, provide a planning and/or work session, and invite a trainer and/or coach to meet with Executive Staff and members to fully explain the mission of succession planning; (4) Review and update all financial records, bylaws and membership database; (5) Focus on the unattended areas within the organization and implement additional strategies to maintain the chapter. Chapter does not have current bylaws; research is still in progress.

Cleveland The chapter’s plan for succession is currently in developmental stages. Once the membership increases, the chapter will work aggressively to follow the guidelines as directed in the December 2009 Local Chapter Operational Guide. Bylaws were updated in 2008.

Magic City Plans include to: (1) Provide structure and strong leadership to include identifying leaders within the chapter; (2) Fill all expired terms; (3) Further develop strong leaders by preparing training to include ALL info regarding the organization, provide a planning and/or work session, and invite a trainer and/or coach to meet with Executive Staff and members to fully explain the mission of succession planning; (4) Review and update all financial records, bylaws and membership database; (5) Focus on the unattended areas within the organization and implement additional strategies to maintain chapter.

Metro Atlanta

May 2010 - The Chapter has elected its next generation of leaders for 2010-2012. Bylaws are current updated August 24, 2006; updates expected December 2010. Strategic plan updates pending.

Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area Executive Board meetings voted to hold Executive Board meetings on a bi-monthly basis. A nominating committee is established months prior to the elections to recruit new officers.

Tampa Bay Area Our chapter is planning a state wide conference to be held in October 2012. We have secured the location http://www.innisbrookgolfresort.com . Shelia Johnson, President & CEO of Salamander Hospitality and owner of Innisbrook has agreed to participate in the conference. We will be sending out a letter to all Florida chapters for their support and inclusion.

This quarter the chapter has been very busy with community events. We participated in several community services project such as "Paint your Heart Out" a program in Clearwater, Florida where 20 to 25 private homes have been painted free of charge by bringing private corporation/ non- profit and public resources together along with volunteers across social/economic backgrounds and the Relay for Life and Care Fest in St. Petersburg.

Relay for Life was an overnight event that our chapter collected $800 to support cancer research. Members, family and friends participated in 2 walk-a-tons in Tampa and St. Petersburg, FL.

Care Fest a community clean up and beautification project attracted over 2,100 volunteers who completed 94 projects. The event planner and organizer was one of our very own chapter’s Future Focus members. For the fourth year in a row the City of St. Petersburg has won the regional Care Cup for volunteer participation. Prior to Philip Harris (our Future Focus member) take on this responsibility. The city had less than 1,000 volunteers and minimum corporate participation.

We are preparing for chapter elections to be held in December 2010. This year one of our Future Focus members is the chair. This quarter we have focused on engaging corporate partners to inform them about the organization and develop a relationship to assist them in maximizing their social responsibility. As always, we encourage members to be proactive at work and seek opportunities of leadership, i.e. volunteer, serve on committees in a leadership capacity.

Describe the chapter’s marketing plans and initiatives initiated or completed this quarter:

Central Texas All of our chapter’s professional development sessions and social events are marketed via e-mail, website, and in some cases the media.

Central Virginia

The marketing strategy this quarter has included submitting a letter to all department heads and supervisors along with an attached letter of support from the Mayor and Chief Operating Officer. With the support of “top” Public Administrative Officials, department heads and supervisors will be encouraged to join this organization. In addition, the Elected Officials and their assistants within the City, county and State will also be addressed. With support of local Elected officials, local corporate entities will begin to take a lead as well.

Cleveland

 At the October 21, 2010 forum, we collaborated with Cuyahoga County to present a forum to ensure that our constituents are well educated regarding the County’s role in day to activities as well as the new form of governance that will be taking effect this coming January. In addition we encouraged the constituents to get out and vote for the November election upcoming. The panelist was 3 County employees.

 A committee meeting was held July 22, 2010. At that time, (6) committees were re-established with Committee Chairs identified for each. Each committee was placed into a working group and tasked with identifying four (4) forum topics as well as identifying a list of professionals to conduct both forums and various professional development workshops. As discussed above, the committees have been actively meeting to ensure that items discussed are in place for year 2011.

 The forums will serve as a marketing plan since they will provide the opportunity to obtain new members.

Other marketing strategies previously discussed and implementation is required:

o Members will invite (4) guest to each meeting

o Begin setting tables up at the various community events

o Purchase shirts to wear at various events

Metro Atlanta

Projects include ordering banners, name plates, brochures, corporate advisory packets, board business cards, Professional Development Institute packets, publishing a newsletter, MAC keepsakes.

Magic City The marketing strategy this quarter has included submitting a letter to ALL department heads and supervisors along with the attached letter of support from the Mayor and Chief Operating Officer. With the support of “top” Public Administrative Officials, department heads and supervisors will be encouraged to join this organization. In addition, the Elected Officials and their assistants within the city, county and state will also be addressed. With support of local Elected Officials, local corporate entities will begin to take a lead as well.

Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area The Chapter website is the current marketing tool used. Information on the organization, upcoming activities and events, meeting announcements, member highlights and the Chapter newsletter is featured.

Report respectfully submitted by the Quarterly Report Review Committee Members: William Howland and Tomeji Miller