EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders WHY Become a CORPORATE SPONSOR? ENSURE FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES FORUM 2018 is a premier public sector conference scheduled in the most emerging city in the country. You owe it to yourself to be a part of FORUM 2018. Not convinced? Here are the reasons why you can’t afford to miss FORUM 2018 1. EMERGING TRENDS FORUM 2018 presentations made by top thought leaders representing leading cities, counties and companies.

2. EXPERTISE Learn about the latest public sector trends to give your company a solid edge over com- petitors.

3. COLLABORATION Brainstorm and interact with city managers, IT directors, public works and transportation experts from across the country.

4. ROI For the value of your sponsorship, you will be introduced to a wealth of information, insights and new ideas.

5. OPPORTUNITIES Propel your company to be positioned as a leader in the provision of public sector products.

FORUM 2018, NFBPA’s annual conference offers a broad spectrum of educational, informa- tion sharing, best practices and networking opportunities.

FORUM 2018, Evolve | Lead | Inspire provides the private sector a supreme opportunity to reach influential public administrators. Let’s get started today. Contact us on 202-408-9300 for more information.

The National Forum for Black Public Administrators is the principal and most progressive organiza- tion dedicated to the advancement of ethnically diverse leadership in public service. NFBPA offers cities, counties and other levels of government resources and support to successfully deliver ser- vices to their employees and communities. NFBPA administrators are on the frontline working to solve pressing community and human service needs. Their solutions have to be creative, inspired, 6 fiscallyNFBPA | responsive FORUM 2018 and compassionate. EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders WHY ATTEND FORUM 2018 is Cool!

• Hidden Mid-Western gem • On the cusp of a clean blue lake • Trendy microbreweries • Popular stylish restaurants AND food trucks • Top history and art museums • Sports • Family fun spaces • Birthplace of the legendary Stokes Brothers • Home of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Cleveland, , a city diverse in people, arts & culture and thought.

• Superb performing arts with The and the Center, the second largest performing arts center in America; • Thrilling professional sporting events including recent championship titles won by — The 2016 NBA Champions and The 2016 MLB Champions. • Attention commanding botanical gardens, aquarium, science center, zoo and amusement park. • Take a walk across the historic Detroit-Superior Bridge or jump on the light rail to get to the 150 year old . One of the oldest continually operated markets in the country. • Visit Cleveland’s eye-catching museums: and Cleveland Mu- seum of Natural History clustered together at and the Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland — in the same neighborhood. • Pro Football Hall of Fame (Canton, OH only 60 minutes away). • And, of course, the world-famous Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Cleveland is on the rise. Millennials are returning home, transplants are arriving, new enter- prises are launching and taking over old industrial buildings and creating a new downtown. Of the almost 400,000 Clevelanders, they are employed in several industries: automotive manufac- turing, banking and finance, biotechnology, food processing, government, and healthcare.

Known as the place where grit meets sophistication, in a town where you can browse modern art inside a turn-of-the-century transformer station, hear the orchestra perform live inside the local hot dog joint and chow down on pierogi stuffed with beef cheek.

WORLD-CLASS EXPERIENCES WITHOUT THE WORLD-CLASS EGO.

#ThisisCLE Source: This is Cleveland.com

NFBPA | FORUM 2018 1 EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders HOTEL HOTEL: NFBPA has set aside a limited number of rooms at the hotel at a special conference rate. The special rate is available until Monday, March 26, 2018 or until the room block capacity has been reached. Attendees must register for FORUM 2018 before making hotel reser- vations. After completing the checkout process for register- ing for FORUM 2018, you will be provided with a link to make hotel reservations. All reser- vations must be made through www.nfbpaforum2018.com.

Hilton Cleveland Down- town Room Rate is $169.00.

Hilton Cleveland Downtown is in the heart of Cleveland’s vibrant downtown area and con- nected to the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland. Popular attractions, dining, and entertainment are just minutes away. Our hotel offers guest rooms and suites with sleek, contemporary decor. Take in the exceptional views of and the Cleveland skyline. Enjoy your stay in the heart of downtown Cleveland, minutes away from attractions and sports venues, such as the Quicken Loans Arena — home to LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, see a Broadway musical at Playhouse Square, and go shopping on East 4th Street. Hilton Cleveland Downtown offers a choice of dining destinations. The Burnham, its signature restaurant, will satiate the largest appetite with big flavors from all across America. Enjoy Eliot’s Bar, the hotel’s grab-and-go marketplace Noshery, or Bar 32 for panoramic views of Lake Erie and the cityscape.

2 NFBPA || FORUMFORUM 20182018 EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders TRAVEL HOW TO GET THERE: Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) is a public airport located 12 miles and a 15 minute drive to the Cleveland Hilton Downton Hotel. It is the primary airport serv- ing and is the largest and busiest airport in the state of Ohio. Visit the web- site: www.clevelandairport.com.

Public Transport The Regional Transit Authority (RTA) offers convenient service to and from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. RTA’s Red Line provides regular service between CLE and downtown Cleveland via the Tower City Station. The trip takes less than 30 minutes and trains depart from CLE every 15 minutes for the majority of the day. RTA’s station at CLE is located on the lower level of the main terminal. To reach the RTA station, travelers should use the elevators or escalators located in the center of the ticketing and baggage claim levels. http://www.riderta.com.

Taxi Cab For passengers leaving the airport, CLE offers a dedicated taxicab service. To use the taxi service, pickups are made at the taxi entrance at the south end of baggage claim, adjacent to Carousel 11. Pickups are made at this location only. Taxis are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. There is a flat rate based on mileage. Credit cards are accepted.

Shared Ride Shuttle Service Ride Share pick-up is located in the Ground Transportation Center which is located midway between the terminal and Smart Parking Garage. Please follow the signs for ride share from the baggage claim level welcome center.

AIRLINE DISCOUNTS: Southwest Airlines, our preferred travel partner, is pleased to partner with NFBPA and offer special discounts for FORUM 2018 registrants. The travel code is not available before December 15, 2017. Please check back on www.NFBPA2018. com.

Delta Airlines is pleased to partner with NFBPA and offer special negoti- ated discounts up to 2-10% for NFBPA registrants for FORUM 2018. To take advantage of these discounts, visit delta.com/booking and enter the meeting event code NMRCK. Then, continue to the online booking process. When booking online at www.delta. com/meetings, select “Book Your Flight” and enter your Meeting Code in the box provided. You may call Delta Meeting Network (DMN) on 1-800-328-2216 for pricing assistance. If booking via the telephone please call DMN on 1-800-328-1111. Please note that a direct ticketing charge may apply when booking by phone. United Airlines is pleased to offer special discounts for FORUM 2018. You may book online at www.united.com and enter your Agreement Code 276463 in the Offer Code box when searching for your flights. If booking through a travel pro- fessional or through United Meetings at 800-426-1122 a service fee may apply. Travel profession- als must also provide both the Agreement Code 276463 and the Z Code: ZECZ. Outside of the United States, please call your local United Airlines Reservation Office.

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WEDNESDAY 04.18 NFBPA FORUM 2018 GOLF TOURNAMENT Firestone Golf Course — North Course 452 East Warner Rd, Akron Oh 44319 Event Schedule 6:30 AM Bus Departs Hilton Cleveland Downtown Shot Gun Start @ 8:30 AM Return to Hilton Downtown Cleveland @ 3:30 PM Metroparks landmark Karamu House, noted as the oldest African-American theater in the country, and the Cleveland Cultural Gardens which features the African American Garden. Pre-Registration is required @ $25. Lunch included. Connecting the Legacy of Industry & Community to Sustainable Growth 11:30 AM Bus Departs Hilton Cleveland Downtown Firestone Golf Course 12 NOON – 3:30 PM GOLF CLINIC - Firestone Golf Course You may think Cleveland’s enduring legacy is to The clinic is designed to create a fun and ex- be forever known as the “mistake on the lake.” citing atmosphere while learning the funda- Are you interested in seeing how Cleveland is mentals of golf. Golf clinics are a great way becoming a “green city on a blue lake?” Cleve- to meet fellow golfers, build friendships and land is re-imagining growth, community, and develop strong skills that will last a lifetime. development. Tour highlights will feature the Previous golf experience is not required! Garrett A. Morgan Water Treatment Plant built 9:30 AM Bus Departs Hilton Cleveland Downtown in 1916, the Battery Park neighborhood, site of Golf Clinic Starts @ 10:30 AM a former battery plant, Metroparks Lakefront Return to Hilton Cleveland Downtown @ 3:30 PM Reservation, which features Merwin’s Wharf and PRE-CONFERENCE TOURS: Edgewater Beach House, and finally the large Legacy, History, and Culture: Cleve- scale storm water management feature near the Rid-All Green Partnership. land’s African American Historic Tour 8:30 AM Bus Departs Hilton Cleveland Downtown Pre-Registration is required. Cost is 9:00 AM – 12 NOON | Cleveland, OH $25 Lunch included. Cleveland is rich with African American legacy, his- Women’s Leadership tory, and culture. Workshop and Reception Enjoy a guided 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM tour highlight- Hilton Cleveland Downtown ing various des- tinations; League NFBPA and the League of Women in Govern- Park and Baseball ment (LWG) partner for a workshop to ex- Heritage Muse- plore ways to help advance women in local um, which was the home field for the Cleveland government leadership. Learn about efforts Buckeyes (a Negro American League team), the underway to propel women in ALL areas of

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government-administration, public works, po- lice, fire and planning. This event offers oppor- tunities to women and all others dedicated to the development of women leaders, at the be- ginning, middle and executive career levels, to entry into the workplace. NFBPA is sponsoring EDUCATE, MENTOR and ENCOURAGE par- an Unpack to Impact event. Bring a gently worn ticipants in a workshop and reception setting. suit, professional separates or accessories to be donated to Dress for Success Cleveland (wom- MEMBERS MEET UP en’s wear) or Suited for Men, a Healthy Father- 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM - Innovation Center ing Collaborative of Greater Cleveland (men’s Cleveland Hilton Downtown wear). The clothing items and or accessories Due to last year’s popularity, Members Meet should be dropped off at the donation boutique Up will occur on Wednesday evening of in the Innovation Center. Please also consider a FORUM 2018. Come meet with fellow at- monetary investment to help educate, enhance, tendees, exhibitors and corporate partners encourage, and empower men and women on and join the lively exchanges that take place their journey to economic independence. during the FORUM 2018 Members Meet Up. Dress for Success Cleveland and Suited for Men (Healthy Fathering Collaborative of Greater THURSDAY Cleveland – Passages) are 501c3 organizations. Participants will receive a donation receipt 04.19 and your names will be entered into a raffle. OPENING PLENARY https://cleveland.dressforsuccess.org/ and 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM http://neofathering.net/suited_for_men.asp Cleveland Hilton Downtown INNOVATION CENTER NFBPA looks forward to seeing you on the 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM first morning of FORUM 2018 Evolve, Lead A select number of leading edge companies and Inspire: Generations of Leaders. Enjoy a are invited to bring their corporate workplace dynamic speaker. Be challenged to move be- to the conference to provide attendees with yond today as leaders. Harness the energy a look at new services, technology and best to better lead high-performing organizations, practices in targeted areas of interests recently manage innovation and drive towards ex- expressed by members and other conference cellence. Our FORUM 2018 speakers bring attendees. Each company will have a dedicated unique strategies and perspective on breaking area in the Innovation Center where confer- through the seemingly impossible. ence attendees on an ongoing basis through- out each day will be able to stop and converse. NFBPA COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT CORPORATE LUNCHEON UNPACK TO IMPACT 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM April 18-20, 2018 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM The annual luncheon is highly anticipated each Innovation Center year as NFBPA celebrates and recognizes the Hilton Cleveland Downtown contributions of our corporate partners for Many who have been disenfranchised or absent their vital support of its programs and mis- from the professional workforce find the profes- sion. Meet the companies that go beyond sional attire requirement to be an obstacle to re- what is expected. NFBPA | FORUM 2018 5 EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CONFERENCE

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HOST CHAPTER OPENING who have achieved unprec- RECEPTION edented “firsts” in public service. Past honor- ROCK, ROLL & FUNK ees include Nelson Mandela, Maxine Waters 7:00 PM – 11 PM | Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Thurgood Marshall to name a few.

INNOVATION CENTER 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM A select number of leading edge companies are invited to bring their corporate workplace to the conference to provide attendees with a look at new services, technology and best practices in targeted areas of interests recently expressed by members and other conference attendees. Each company will have a dedicated Join the Cleveland Host Chapter as they kick area in the Innovation Center where confer- off FORUM 2018 with an evening of Funk and ence attendees on an ongoing basis throughout Soul in the celebrated Rock & Roll Hall of each day will be able to stop and converse. Fame. Stroll through the exhibits of memo- rabilia and artifacts from legendary artists EMERGING LEADERS CHAT CAFÉ and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Jimmy Hendrix, Earth, Wind & Fire to Tupac Breaking Down Barriers: Shakur. At this historic site, you will snap Government and Community your fingers and tap your feet to the rhyth- How do we as public officials begin to break mic sounds of a National recording funk band. down the wall of mistrust that has been cre- And to top it off, throughout the evening you ated between local government and stake- will enjoy sampling local favorites and meet holders? During this hour and a half conversa- fellow public administrators while you shame- tional workshop, we hope to start the thought lessly dance the night away. process on how to create techniques and re- sources that will allow attendees to return FRIDAY to their cities and have the conversation with 04.20 their leaders and establish strategies on how government officials can work to eliminate HALL OF FAME BREAKFAST disparities and establish more sustainable and 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM equitable communities. Join your colleagues for breakfast on Friday Public Policy Plenary morning as NFBPA recognizes its recipients Presented by: AIDS Healthcare Foundation for the Hall of Fame Award. The award is to Cleveland Hilton Downtown “recognize and honor African Americans in 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM public service whose accomplishments are NFBPA and the AIDS Health- noteworthy of emulation and who serve as care Foundation have joined a source of inspiration and encouragement together for the public policy to others in pubic management.” The Hall of forum to have a candid dialogue Fame Award was created to pay tribute to on the state of the HIV/AIDS 66 NFBPANFBPA || FORUMFORUM 20182018 EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CONFERENCE

FRIDAY 04.20

epidemic in the African American community night of laughs and pointed commentary at and the necessary resources and tools available the Historic Music Hall at the City of Cleve- in building diverse coalitions to develop innova- land’s . This night of laugh- tive strategies to achieving health equity goals in ter will be good for the soul! areas disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS. Pre-Registration is required. $20 for National leaders in the field will engage attend- Conference Attendees / $35 for Non- ees in a community dialogue around cutting- Conference Attendees. edge advocacy campaigns, capacity building and social justice initiatives and developing a com- SATURDAY munity action plan that will shift the paradigm of the HIV epidemic in the African American com- 04.21 munity across the country. Come participate in a compelling national dialogue on advanc- ELECTED OFFICIALS ROUNDTABLE ing health initiatives and making a difference in Hilton Cleveland Downtown communities of color. 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Invite your local government officials to join ALL CHAPTERS RECEPTION NFBPA as we convene a roundtable of Local AND NETWORKING Government Officials. Our roundtable is con- April 20, 2018 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM vened each year to address the unique roles Hilton Cleveland Downtown our local government officials play in provid- CHAPTERS ROCK NFBPA! ing solutions to challenges facing local gov- Join NFBPA for the All Chapters Night as ernments. Each session brings together more we Rock the Mission! NFBPA members are than 30 jurisdictions from across the country the driving force to strengthen the position of to address the pressing issues of today. We Blacks within the field of Public Administration. welcome participation in the conversation Learn how the Stokes’ Legacy altered Cleve- and discussion by attendees. land as it was once known and etched a new city in the fabric of Cleveland’s history and ELI/MENTOR GRADUATION other major metropolitan cities in the nation. LUNCHEON All it takes is one person to change a mind or 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM a mission. See how the National Forum for Hilton Cleveland Downtown Black Public Administrators Chapters are do- Join us to celebrate the newest graduates of ing just that … one city at a time. the Executive Leadership Institute (ELI) and the Mentor Programs. ELI was established in CLEVELAND NIGHT OUT: 1987 as a program dedicated to grooming Afri- Cleveland Night Out with Laughs can American managers for the rigors of exec- featuring Kym Whitley and Friends utive positions in public service organizations. 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM | The Mentor Program is uniquely designed to Cleveland Public Audito- positively impact the professional development rium Music Hall of emerging public administrators. One Night Only! Just for NFBPA and friends, Cleve- MARKS OF EXCELLENCE AWARDS land’s Kym Whitley (Tom RECEPTION AND GALA Joyner Morning Show, Rais- 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM ing Whitley) will bring us a Hilton Cleveland Downtown NFBPA | FORUM 2018 7 EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders NFBPA offers the opportunity to corporations to sponsor specific events and activities or to be a general sponsor of the conference. Below is a list of sponsor offerings. Sponsor Opportunities Please contact us for other sponsorships that can be especially tailored for your business. Package Sponsor Number Available

Presenting • Premium Conference Sponsor Cigna is the proud Premium Sponsor $150,000 SOLD OUT

Pacesetter • Marks of Excellence Awards Gala 1 each $100,000 EmeralD • Naming Rights to the Innovation Center 1 each $75,000 Diamond • Opening Plenary 1 each $50,000 Jewel • Corporate Luncheon 1 each $30,000 • Hall of Fame Breakfast • ELI/Mentor Graduation and Luncheon PlatinuM • Elected Officials Roundtable 1 each $25,000 Gold • FORUM Journal Program 1 each $20,000 • Public Policy Plenary SOLD OUT • National Corporate Council Reception • Members Meet-Up Reception • President’s Reception Silver • Marks of Excellence Reception 1 $15,000 • Marks of Excellence Recipient Award 1 • Continental Breakfasts 2 • All Chapters Event 2 • FORUM 2018 Conference Bags 1 Sponsor Benefits and Levels – FORUM 2018 Sponsor Levels Presenting Pacesetter Emerald Diamond Jewel Platinum Gold Silver Bronze Jade Coral Benefit De s cripti on $150,000 $100,000 $75,000 $50,000 $30,000 $25,000 $20,000 $15,000 $10,000 $7,500 $5,000 Acknowledgement on all Promotional Activities & Events b b CEO Greetings Program Guide b Limited Limited CEO Quotes in Press Release b b Introduction of Plenary Speaker b b b b 10x10 Exhibit Booth in Innovations Center Double Double b b Guaranteed Premium Placement of Exhibit Booth b b b b Naming Rights to Innovation Center b Name/Logo on FORUM Promotional materials (conference gift, print, banners gobos visual) Limited Items Limited Items Limited Items Limited Items Seating at Dais FORUM Event b b b b Premium Placement in FORUM Conference Program b b b b 60-Second Company Promotional Ad b b b Ad in FORUM Conference Program Inside Back Cover Inside Cover Inside Back Cover Full Page Company link to NFBPA Website b b b b Recognition on Website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter b b b b FORUM Registration(s) 10 8 6 5 Special Event Signage b b b b

Invitations to the National Corporate Council (NCC) 20 10 8 5 Reception at FORUM 2018 Reserved Tables at Luncheons and Banquet Events 2 1 Reserved Seating at Sponsored Meal Function b b b b Recognition In Conference Program Book b b b b VIP Invitations to the Cleveland Chapter Opening Reception 30 20 15 10 One Year National Corporate Council Membership b b b b Foursome in Golf Tournament 2 1 Invitations to VIP Banquet Reception 10 5 Present Educational Sessions At Conference 2 1 8 NFBPA | FORUM 2018 EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders NFBPA offers the opportunity to corporations to sponsor specific events and activities or to be a general sponsor of the conference. Below is a list of sponsor offerings. Please contact us for other sponsorships that can be especially tailored for your business. Package Sponsor Number Available

Bronze • Electronic Banner Multiple $10,000 • Whitman/Harris Award 1 • Innovation Center Area Reception 2 • Innovation Center Breaks 5 • Networking Events 5 • Registration Desk 3-5 • Conference Application 1 each (mobile application, splash page, banner ads and push notifications)

Jade • Conference Souvenir Gift 1 $7,500 • Various Signage window and floor Clings ( unlimited) • Linked In Review Station • Emerging Leaders Program • Emerging Leaders Speaker • Make Up Bar/Tech Center

Coral • Hotel Key Card 1 $5,000 • Community Service Project Unlimited • Lanyards • Workshops • USB Flash Drive (Conference Attendees) 1 • Dark Roast Roundtable — Coffee Bar (Where Ideas are Brewing)

Sponsor Benefits and Levels – FORUM 2018 Sponsor Levels Presenting Pacesetter Emerald Diamond Jewel Platinum Gold Silver Bronze Jade Coral $150,000 $100,000 $75,000 $50,000 $30,000 $25,000 $20,000 $15,000 $10,000 $7,500 $5,000

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TUESDAY WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY 04.17 04.18 04.18

ELI FINAL ANNUAL GOLF COUNCIL OF PRESIDENTS PRESENTATIONS - PART I TOURNAMENT MEETING HILTON HOTEL FIRESTONE GOLF COURSE HILTON HOTEL 12:30 PM- 6:00 PM Akron, Ohio 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Bus departs 6:30 AM Hilton Hotel Shotgun Start 8:30 AM FORUM REGISTRATION WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM WORKSHOP & RECEPTION HILTON HOTEL Return to Hilton 3:30 PM HILTON HOTEL 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM GOLF CLINIC Akron, Ohio NCC RECEPTION Bus departs 9:30 AM Hilton Hotel (Invitation Only) Clinic Starts 10:30 AM 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Return to Hilton 3:30 PM UNPACK TO IMPACT MENTOR COMMUNITY SERVICE PRESENTATIONS - PART I PROJECT HILTON HOTEL HILTON HOTEL 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

FORUM REGISTRATION FORUM MEMBERS HILTON HOTEL MEET-UP 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM HILTON HOTEL 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM PRE-CONFERENCE TOUR: LEGACY, HISTORY & CULTURE: CLEVELAND’S HISTORIC TOUR THURSDAY HILTON HOTEL Bus departs at 8:30 AM 04.19 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM MORNING WORKOUT PRE-CONFERENCE TOUR: SPONSORED BY CIGNA CONNECTING THE LEGACY HILTON HOTEL OF INDUSTRY & COMMU- 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM NITY TO SUSTAINABLE FINANCE AND BUDGET GROWTH COMMITTEE MEETING HILTON HOTEL HILTON HOTEL Bus Departs at 11:30 AM 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM FORUM REGISTRATION MENTOR HILTON HOTEL PRESENTATIONS - PART II 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM HILTON HOTEL 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST NEW MEMBERS HILTON HOTEL ORIENTATION 7:30 AM - 8:45 AM (First Timers/Students) HILTON HOTEL NATIONAL CORPORATE 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM COUNCIL MEETING HILTON HOTEL 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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OPENING PLENARY MORNING WORKOUT CLEVELAND NIGHT HILTON HOTEL SPONSORED BY CIGNA OUT WITH LAUGHS 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM HILTON HOTEL FEATURING KYM 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM WHITLEY AND FRIENDS UNPACK TO IMPACT CLEVELAND PUBLIC COMMUNITY SERVICE FORUM REGISTRATION AUDITORIUM MUSIC HALL PROJECT HILTON HOTEL 9:30 PM - 11:30 PM HILTON HOTEL 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM HALL OF FAME SATURDAY INNOVATION CENTER BREAKFAST HILTON HOTEL HILTON HOTEL 04.21 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM BOARD OF DIRECTORS WORKSHOPS INNOVATION CENTER MEETING HILTON HOTEL HILTON HOTEL HILTON HOTEL 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM

CORPORATE LUNCHEON UNPACK TO IMPACT FORUM REGISTRATION HILTON HOTEL COMMUNITY SERVICE HILTON HOTEL 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM PROJECT 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM HILTON HOTEL DESSERT IN INNOVATION 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM ELECTED OFFICIALS CENTER ROUNDTABLE HILTON HOTEL WORKSHOPS HILTON HOTEL 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM HILTON HOTEL 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 10:15 AM - 11:30 AM WORKSHOPS ELI MENTOR HILTON HOTEL EMERGING LEADERS GRADUATION 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM CHAT CAFÉ LUNCHEON HILTON HOTEL HILTON HOTEL POSTER CONTEST 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 12:00 PM - 1:45 PM HILTON HOTEL 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY BUSINESS MEETING MALL B & C LAKESIDE AVENUE HILTON HOTEL PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Invitation Only) HILTON HOTEL PUBLIC POLICY PLENARY ELI ALUMNI NETWORK 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM HOSTED BY THE AIDS HILTON HOTEL HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CLEVELAND HOST HILTON HOTEL CHAPTER EVENT: 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM MARKS OF EXCELLENCE ROCK, ROLL & FUNK AWARDS GALA ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME WORKSHOPS HILTON HOTEL 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM HILTON HOTEL Reception 6:00 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM Marks of Excellence Gala 7:00 PM

ALL CHAPTERS POST GALA EVENT RECEPTION AND HILTON HOTEL NETWORKING 10:00 PM - 12:00 AM HILTON HOTEL 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Scholarships The National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) is pleased to announce its 2018 Scholarship Program. The NFBPA Scholarship program is designed to recognize African- American or minority students who are currently enrolled full-time at a college or university with at least one academic semester remaining after May 2018, who exemplify outstanding scholarship, and leadership, particularly as related to public service.

We invite undergraduate and graduate students to participate in this year’s program as we look forward to making this year’s scholarship awards. NFBPA supports over 12 college students each year, with annual scholarships totaling more than $45 thousand dollars through partner- ships with corporate supporters, public sector organizations and individual contributors.

It is important to read all information BEFORE completing scholarship applications ( visit www: nfbpa2018.com for scholarship requirements and conditions) Deadline February 23, 2018 You are not eligible to apply for the scholarship if you are working full-time (defi ned as 35 hours per week)

AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS • WILLIE LOUD SCHOLARSHIP • CIGNA HEALTH CARE (UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE) • CPS WALTER VAUGHN EXCELLENCE IN HUMAN RESOURCE SCHOLARSHIP • FULL CIRCLE COMMUNICATIONS INC./MAYNARD H. JACKSON SCHOLARSHIP • INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERING INC. SCHOLARSHIP • J-DOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP • SPRINGSTEAD | WATERS ULY FORD SCHOLARSHIP

For more information, visit http: www.NFBPAFORUM2018.com.

12 NFBPA | FORUM 2018 EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders FORUM 2018 Golf Tournament Four-Person Scramble Firestone Golf Course — North Course • Akron, Ohio Be a Champion, Play like a Champion — Play on the Championship Course! Incredible golf begins and ends right at the beautiful Firestone Country Club, the site of the annual NFBPA Forum 2018 Golf Tournament. This spectacular golf course is sure to draw you into its historic mystique as you wind your way around the beautifully arranged holes. In the 1975 PGA Championship, Jack Nicklaus pulled out a remarkable par on the Arnold Palmer nicknamed “Monster” 16th hole, considered to be the hardest hole on Firestone Country Club’s South Course. Tiger Woods also had a memorable moment when his “shot in the dark” on the 18th hole landed him a victory at the 2000 World Golf Championships — NEC Invitational. So, come and join us and show off your inner Champion at the NFBPA Forum 2018 Golf Tournament!

Golf Tournament Payment Details: $175 Single | $700 Team http://www.clubcorp.com/Clubs/Firestone-Country-Club

GOLF CLINIC The clinic is designed to create a fun and exciting atmosphere while learning the fundamentals of golf. Golf clinics are a great way to meet fellow golfers, build friendships and develop strong skills that will last a lifetime. Previous golf experience is not required! Golf Clinic $60 9:30 AM • Buses Depart Hilton Cleveland Downtown for Clinic 10:30 AM • Golf Clinic Start 3:30 PM • Return to Hilton Cleveland Downtown

GOLF TOURNAMENT EVENT SCHEDULE 6:30 AM • Buses Depart Hilton Cleveland Downtown

8:30 AM • Shotgun Start 3:30 PM • Return to Hilton Cleveland Downtown

Register @ https://nfbpa-forum-2018-golf-tournament.eventbrite.com NFBPA NFBPA | | FORUM FORUM 2018 2018 13 EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders SPONSOR REGISTRATION & ACTIVITY FEES TYPE OF REGISTRATION EACH REGISTRANT EARLY BIRD ADVANCE ONSITE (above eligible comps) BEFORE 1.31.18 BEFORE 3.1.18 Corporate Sponsor...... $595 ea $595 ea $595 ea $595 ea NCC Member & Conference Sponsor...... $595 ea $595 ea $595 ea $595 ea NCC Member...... $695 ea $815 ea $950 ea (non-Conference Sponsor) Corporate/Small Business (non-Conference Sponsor/NCC Member)...... $1050 ea $1170 ea $1305 ea

The Conference registration includes continental breakfast, and one ticket each to the Corporate Lun- cheon, Hall of Fame Breakfast and the Marks of Excellence Gala.

Corporate Sponsor Complimentary Registrations • Number of Comp Registrations _____ (See Sponsor Opportunities) — NFBPA to provide code to register online Additional Registrations Beyond Sponsor Package $595 x ______Subtotal Conference Registration Subtotal National Corporate Council (NCC) Member & Conference Sponsor Complimentary Registrations • Number of Comp Registrations _____ (See Sponsor Opportunities) — NFBPA to provide code to register online Additional Registrations Beyond Sponsor Package $595 x ______Subtotal NCC Conference Registration Subtotal National Corporate Council (NCC) Member (non-Conference Sponsor) NCC Total Number of Attendees $______x _____ NCC Member Total Registration Subtotal Subtotal NCC non-Conference Sponsor Registration Subtotal Corporate/Small Business (non Conference/NCC Member) Total Number of Corporate/Small Business Attendees $______x ______

Subtotal Corporate/Small Business Registration Total Ticketed Events Golf Tournament Tickets (Select One) Clinic [ ] $60 x__ | Individual [ ] $175 x __ | Team [ ] $700 x __ Legacy, History & Culture [ ] Tickets w/lunch included @ $25 ea Connecting the Legacy of Industry [ ] Tickets w/lunch included @ $25 ea Both Tours (History and Industry) [ ] $40 Attendees x _____ $45 Non-Attendees x ______Cleveland Night Out with Kym Whitley and Friends [ ] Tickets @ $20 ea Conference Attendees Cleveland Night Out with Kym Whitley and Friends [ ] Tickets @ $35 ea Non-Conference Attendees

Combined Total

(includes registrations, golf tournament, tours and Cleveland Night Out)

14 NFBPA | FORUM 2018 EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders EVOLVE LEAD INSPIRE Generations of Leaders SPONSOR REGISTRATION FORM ______Last Name First Name Nickname for Badge ______Company & Division Name ______Email address Twitter (Company Twitter if you would like to provide) ______Mailing Address City/State/Zip ______Contact Person’s Office Phone Onsite Cell Phone Please indicate Sponsorship Commitment: [ ] Presenting Sponsor ($150,000) [ ] Pacesetter Sponsor ($100,000) [ ] Emerald Sponsor ($75,000) [ ] Diamond Sponsor ($50,000 [ ] Jewel Sponsor ($30,000) [ ] Platinum Sponsor ($25,000) [ ] Gold Sponsor ($20,000) [ ] Silver Sponsor ($15,000) [ ] Bronze Sponsor ($10,000) [ ] Jade Sponsor ($7,500) [ ] Coral Sponsor ($5,000) Method of Payment: Enclosed is my check payable to NFBPA for $______Mail CHECK and THIS FORM to: National Forum for Black Public Administrators 777 North Capitol St NE, Suite 550 Washington, DC 20002 Please invoice me for $______Charge my credit card (please check one): [ ] Visa [ ] MasterCard [ ] American Express Name as it Appears on Card ______Card Number ______Expiration______Security Code______Billing Address (if different from above)

______Credit Card (You may email, mail or fax (844.236.6154) this form with Credit Card Payment) Please mail or fax this form by January 31, 2018 For additional information, please call Marcia Conner at 202.408.9300. NFBPA is a 501(c)(3) organization and your contributions are tax deductible to the extent provided by law. Thank you.

Deadline for inclusion in print material: Please submit your material no later than February 15, 2018, so that we can be sure to include your company’s material in our printed materials.

Questions: Please contact NFBPA 202.408.9300 website www.nfbpaforum2018.com email [email protected].

National Office National Forum for Black Public Administrators 777 North Capitol Street NE, Suite 550, Washington, DC 20002 Tel: 202.408.9300 Fax: 844.236.6154

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Program Guide Specifications: Trim Size: 8.5” x 11” Bleed Size: 8.75” x 11.25” Binding: Perfect Bound Color: Full Color

Digital Requirements: No live matter within 1/4” of gutter or trim. Sup- plied ads must be CMYK. All ads must be created to the exact ad size specifications listed. Artwork must be high resolution at 300 dpi (especially if it includes photos).

Required Format: PDF is the preferred format for ad submission. Ads can also be accepted in the following formats: .jpg, .tif and .eps. (.psd and .ai files can be accepted, please make sure all fonts have been converted to outlines. If not, substitutions will be made). Vector files are preferred for logos (.eps or .ai).

AD SIZES:

Size of Ad Width Height Full Page Ad (No Bleed) 7.5” 10” Full Page Ad (With Bleed) 8.75” 11.25” 1/2 Page Ad (Horizontal) 7.5” 4.875” 1/2 Page Ad (Vertical) 3.625” 10” 1/4 Page Ad 3.625” 4.875” 1/8 Page Ad 3.625” 2.3125”

Electronic Submission: Email ad files to: [email protected] (please put NFBPA Ad in the subject line)

For more information: Email: [email protected] Call: 202.408.9300

Artwork Submission Deadline: February 15, 2018

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