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1:45 PM - 3:00 PM Student Workshops

Ready for the Big Bucks? Preparing for Success in Today’s Job Market

Location:

Hyatt Regency Atlanta

Overview:

Are you ready for the competitive job market? It’s not simply a matter of being the “best and the brightest.” It’s about the right fit - for you and your potential employer. In this workshop, participants will learn how employers find and keep talent who have “the right stuff” to meet their organizational and workforce needs. Learn what’s needed to launch a lucrative 21st Century career.

Moderator:

Mr. Julien Saunders, Channel Integration Manager, InterContinental Hotels Group

Presenters:
  • Mr. Leonard Owens Vice President of Human Resources, Georgia Power Company
  • Mr. Steven C. Johnson Senior Manager, Organizational Effectiveness, Graphic Packaging International
  • Mr. Tarrance Mosley Alumni Career Coordinator, Career Services Center, Kennesaw State University
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM Adult Workshops

AAMI® Best-Practice Program Model: Georgia State University - Making a Difference from a Student, St

Location:

Hyatt Regency Atlanta

Overview:

Sustaining an African-American male educational program on a college campus requires dedicated personnel, consistent funding, engaged students, passion and commitment. Hear from this impressive panel of Georgia State University faculty, staff and student leaders how they established, expanded and sustained their award-winning model program.

Moderator:

Dr. Doris Derby, Director, African-American Student Services and Programs, Division of Student Affairs, Georgia State University

Presenters:
  • Dr. David Smith, Jr Assistant Director, African-American Student Services and Programs, Division of Student Affairs, Georgia State University
  • Dr. Christine Gallant Professor Emerita of English, and Former Chair, University Senate Cultural Diversity Committee, Georgia State University
  • Mr. Marcus A. Kernizan President, Student Government Association, Georgia State University (2012-2013)
  • Mr. Kyle Kokaram President, Tighter Grip (2010-2011), Georgia State University
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM Adult Workshops

AAMI® Best-Practice Program Model: Georgia State University - Making a Difference from a Student, St

Location:

Hyatt Regency Atlanta

Overview:

Sustaining an African-American male educational program on a college campus requires dedicated personnel, consistent funding, engaged students, passion and commitment. Hear from this impressive panel of Georgia State University faculty, staff and student leaders how they established, expanded and sustained their award-winning model program.

Moderator:

Dr. Doris Derby, Director, African-American Student Services and Programs, Division of Student Affairs, Georgia State University

Presenters:
  • Dr. David Smith, Jr Assistant Director, African-American Student Services and Programs, Division of Student Affairs, Georgia State University
  • Dr. Christine Gallant Professor Emerita of English, and Former Chair, University Senate Cultural Diversity Committee, Georgia State University
  • Mr. Marcus A. Kernizan President, Student Government Association, Georgia State University (2012-2013)
  • Mr. Kyle Kokaram President, Tighter Grip (2010-2011), Georgia State University
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM Student Workshops

Mastering Business Etiquette: What Do I Say? What Do I Wear? What Should I Order?

Location:

Hyatt Regency Atlanta

Overview:

There is more to business etiquette than just good manners. Decorum, restraint and understanding proper protocol are absolutely essential skills when attending business meetings, negotiating contracts or simply communicating with colleagues. In this workshop, participants will engage in interactive activities and learn the unspoken rules and practices that will make them a master of the art of business etiquette.

Presenters:
  • Dr. Juanne V. Greene DBA Senior Lecturer, Coles College of Business Department of Management & Entrepreneurship Kennesaw State University
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM Adult Workshops

Evaluating Your AAMI Program and Measuring Success

Location:

Hyatt Regency Atlanta

Overview:

What constitutes a winning AAMI program? One that documents effective outcomes. In this session, a foundation officer, a grant program director and an expert evaluator will provide insights on essential elements of a successful program evaluation, including documenting critical performance measures, fiscal accountability and transforming data into a persuasive narrative.

Moderator:

Tracey Knight, Grant Administrator and Fiscal Consultant, InView Solutions Consulting

Presenters:
  • Mr. Atiba Mbiwan Associate Director, The Zeist Foundation
  • Dr. Angela Birkes Director, Peach State Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation, University of Georgia
  • Dr. Melinda Spencer Special Assistant to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Georgia Gwinnett College

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