National Forum For Black Public Administrators 14th Annual Professional Development Seminar

14th Annual Professional Development Seminar

"The Wave of Change and Opportunity:

Recruit, Reactivate & Rejuvenate!"

Featuring Keynote Speaker

Dr. Julianne Malveaux

President of Bennett College for Women,

economist, author and commentator

Dr. Malveaux is recognized for her progressive and insightful observations, her contributions to the public dialogue on issues such as race, culture, gender, and their economic impacts are shaping public opinion in the 21st century America.

Participate with Public Administrators from throughout the state of Arizona on dynamic, invigorating and thought provoking discussions on the following topics:

• The Total Hiring Package: The Resume, The Interview Outfit & The Interview
• Developing Your Dream Team of Advisors
• Can We All Learn to Get Along
• How to Become Unforgettable & Indispensable
• Money Matters

Seminar Schedule

• Rountable Discussion
• Morning Workshop (choice of one workshop)
• Lunch Provided
• Afternoon Workshops (choice of two workshops)
• Keynote Speaker

The Central Arizona Chapter of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators proudly presents:

Workshop 1The Total Hiring Package: The Resume, The Interview Outfit & The Interview

This plenary session offers A to Z recommendations for landing your next job. Attendees will receive straight talk about what to do and not do to prepare for their next job interview to take their career to the next level.

Workshop 2Developing Your Dream Team of Advisors

Do you think that you can manage your career alone? Think again! It's important for you to develop a career plan and to align yourself with people that can help you get there. This seminar will provide tips for finding mentors and suggestions for making the most out of mentor programs and mentorship relationships.

Workshop 3Can We All Learn to Get Along

This session will focus on the importance of getting to know your fellow team members' personality types and preferred communication styles to achieve harmonious working relationships while maximizing productivity.

Workshop 4

How to Become Unforgettable & Indispensable

Learn how to stay fresh and inspired during this era of economic downturns, layoffs and downsizing. Now more than ever, managers are looking for staff who are willing to become unforgettable & indispensable. Attend this session to learn how you can seize the opportunity to become that indispensable employee.

Workshop 5

Money MattersWork/Life Balance plenary session to discuss retirement planning, investments, rainy day funds. saving for college and other critical financial decisions that may impact your quality of life and ability to do your job.

Parking is Free!

Questions? Contact any of the following representatives:

LeJeune Boone, City of Glendale - (623) 930-2104 or LBoone@glendaleaz.com

Martin Whitfield, City of Phoenix (602)683-2623 or martin.whitfield@phoenix.gov

Elizabeth Terrazas, City of Phoenix - (602) 273-2075 or elizabeth.terrazas@phoenix.gov