Keynote Luncheon Series
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Kevin Jennings
Assistant Deputy Secretary of Education
for Safe and Drug-Free Schools
Creating Safe and Supportive Environments Through Dialogue
How do we create safe and supportive environments for America’s young adults and employees so they enjoy equal opportunities to learn and thrive? Are we properly preparing our youngest generations to participate in a diverse and changing workplace? In an ever-shrinking and competitive global world, these are among the questions that remain top of mind for those who hold a stake in the education, development and well-being of America’s young people entering the workforce. Surely, the fate of our nation relies upon our ability to meet these challenges with a clear blueprint for success, which we can only achieve by having the courage to engage in open and candid dialogue.
During this presentation, he will share: the opportunities and obstacles he has encountered in his lifelong journey as an advocate for our youngest generations; how we can respond to conflict through open dialogue, rather than debate; and discuss recent initiatives he has launched in his role within federal government to ensure these safe and supportive environments.
 Thursday, November 11, 2010
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Evelyne R. Matthews, Chief Executive Officer
Arthur T. Matthews, Chief Operating Officer
Matthews and Matthews Consulting
Disability and Due Diligence: Expanding Your Quotient for the Next 20 Years
Currently the largest minority in the United States is persons with disabilities, and with the aging of the Baby Boomer generation and the return of injured veterans, this population is anticipated to increase. This interactive session will address topical developments of the American Disabilities Act, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Art and Evelyne will provide a thought-provoking look at how and why the ADA arena is one of the fastest growing components in the diversity and inclusion portfolio.
Reception is included in the price of a
four-day registration fee or the
one-day registration fee on Wednesday and Thursday.
Diversity Leadership Conference Reception
 Wednesday, November 10
5:45 pm - 7:15 pm
 Join us as we honor NMCI’s founder Elizabeth P. Salett’s vision and her 27 years of leadership as president; welcome John R. Kirksey to the organization as its second president; and celebrate the innovation and commitment of this year’s Leading Lights Diversity Award recipients.
Guests will enjoy wine and appetizers while mingling with the guest of honor, conference participants, sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, facilitators, and award winners.
The evening will feature world-class singer, guitarist, and songwriter Allan Harris, who is a three-time winner of the New York Nightlife Award for "Outstanding Jazz Vocalist.” Allan will perform songs from The Great American Songbook, accompanying himself on guitar and featuring pianist Chris Grasso. He willl perform songs from Cross That River, his highly acclaimed new musical about the Black West. Download Allan's music.
Reception is included in the price of a
four-day registration fee or the one-day registration fee on Wednesday.
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