Monday, May 13, 2019
| 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
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Registration at Embassy Suites Lobby 2nd Floor - NOT AT VBC |
| 8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
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Exhibitor Set-up in North Hall 1 |
| 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm |
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Lunch on your own |
| 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | | Registration at U.S. Space & Rocket Center | | 4:30 pm | | Shuttle buses will depart from Embassy Suites |
| 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
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Welcome Dinner & Partner Awards at U.S. Space & Rocket Center
Welcome Remarks: Col. Kelsey Smith, Garrison Commander, Redstone Arsenal, US Army
Keynote: Johnnie Sharp, Special Agent-in-Charge, FBI Birmingham Division
Attire: Business casual or traditional ethnic
Guided tours from 5:00-6:00 pm. Gift shop open until 6:00 pm.
Shuttle buses will depart from Embassy Suites at 4:30 pm and return at 9:00 pm
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Tuesday, May 14, 2019
| 8:00 am - 9:00 am |
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Morning Refreshments |
| 8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
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Registration & Exhibits Open
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| 9:00 am - 10:00 am |
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Opening Ceremony
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Video Remarks: Representative Judy Chu, CA-27, House of Representatives
Speaker Introduction: Marcus Lea, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
Welcome Remarks: Mayor Tommy Battle, City of Huntsville
Keynote: Steve Shih, Associate Administrator of Diversity & Equal Opportunity, NASA
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| 10:00 am - 10:30 am |
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Coffee Break |
| 10:30 am - 11:45 am |
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Workshops |
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A1 "The New IQ Training" Terry Allbritton, Chief Diversity Officer, West Point Military Academy
A2 "Leveraging Employee Resource Groups" Moderator: Grace Spence; Panelists: Dr. Matthew Fogg, BIG; Fredericka Joseph, SAIGE; Karen Rainey, FEW; Olivia Adrian, FAPAC
A3 "Executive Development & Appointment" Steve Shih, Associate Administrator of Diversity and Equal Opportunity, NASA
A4 "Leveraging Inclusive Intelligence" Lynn Hoffman, D&I Program Manager, FBI
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| 11:45 pm - 1:15 pm |
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Networking Luncheon |
| 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
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Workshops |
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B1 "Hustle Your Way to Career Success" James J. Braxton, Sr., Chief of the Office of Diversity & Leadership, USACE
B2 "Building Relationships" Loucious Hires, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
B3 "Strategies for Achieving Career Success in the Federal Government" Alex Tremble, GPS Leadership Solutions
B4 "Understanding Your Federal Benefits" Darlene Jenkins, Affordable Benefits Solutions
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| 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
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Coffee Break & Executive Coaching #1 |
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Executive Coaching is a "speed mentoring" opportunity for NLTP attendees to meet with a government executive and gain career advice. The session will begin promptly and will last during the 30 minute period. Sign up when you register for the NLTP or email Heather Rice. Walk-ins may be available.
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| 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
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Plenary Session: "Spark: Diversity & Innovation" |
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Stephanie Piimauna, Executive Director of Diversity & Inclusion
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| 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
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FAPAC General Membership Meeting (Members Only) |
| 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
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FAPAC Chapter Meeting (Chapter Reps Only) |
| 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
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Networking Event @ Campus 805 (Register Here)
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Campus 805 is a former high school that has been converted to an exciting entertainment hub with breweries, restaurants, retail stores, arcade, and other attractions! Network with NLTP attendees and enjoy all you can eat pizza, sushi, and local drinks for $25. There will also be live music!
Reserve a spot now to reserve room on the shuttle bus!
Shuttle buses will depart Embassy Suites at 6:30 pm and return at 9:30 pm
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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
| 8:00 am - 9:00 am |
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Morning Refreshments |
| 8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
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Registration & Exhibits Open |
| 9:00 am - 5:00 pm |
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Student Program (register) |
| 9:00 am - 10:00 am |
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Plenary Session: "Non-Verbal Nuances: Influence and Lead without Words" |
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Dr. Vu Pham, Chair, Elevate
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| 10:00 am - 10:30 am |
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Coffee Break & Executive Coaching #2 |
| 10:30 am - 11:45 am |
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Workshops |
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C1 "Homeland Security" MG Mark Toy, Commander & Division Engineer, USACE Great Lakes and Ohio River Division
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C2 "Promoting Diversity & Inclusion in the Federal Workforce" Cynthia Dunn, Director of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, IRS Tax Exempt and Government Entities Division
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C3 "Leading Change" Josie Burnett, Director of Exploration Research & Technology Programs, NASA Kennedy Space Center
C4 "How to Make Money in the TSP" James De La Torre, FedAdvantage
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| 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm |
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Networking Lunch |
| 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
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Workshops |
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D1 "Servant Leadership Elements: Providing Effective Customer Service to Veterans" Stephen Dillard, Executive Director for Minority Veterans, VA
D2 "New IQ, Game Changers Course" Dr. Ulysees Gilbert, SEPM, USGS
D3 "Train the Trainer" Tia Ferguson, Director of the Space Systems Department, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
D4 "Engaging the Community Ecosystem to Build Bridges of Success"
Panelists: David Fernandes, Toyota; Kim Lewis, Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce; Dr. Pat Sims, Drake State Community & Technical College
Moderator: Kenneth Anderson, City of Huntsville.
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| 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm |
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Veterans Program (Register) |
| 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
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Coffee Break & Executive Coaching #3 |
| 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm |
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General Session: Women Leaders Panel |
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Sharon Wong, Executive Director, DHS Strategic Recruitment, Diversity & Inclusion
Sunny Lee-Fanning, Executive Director, FAA Office of Quality Integration & Executive Services
Josie Burnett, Director of Exploration Research and Technology Programs, NASA
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Moderator: Lien Moore, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
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| 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm |
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Networking Event: Chinese Lantern Festival at Huntsville Botanical Garden (Register)
Boasting more than 1,000 illuminated displays, the Chinese Lantern Festival provides a stunning visual exhibition of Chinese art and culture. See this exhibit before it leaves May 19! FAPAC is offering exclusive discounted group rates of $19/adult. Regular adult price is $27. Tickets are good for evening use only. Ticket buyers can receive a 20% discount for day tickets before May 19. For more info and ticket options, visit the Huntsville Botanical Garden website. Shuttle buses depart Embassy Suites at 6 pm & return at 9:30 pm
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Thursday, May 16, 2019
| 8:00 am - 9:00 am |
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Morning Refreshments |
| 8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
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Registration & Exhibits Open |
| 9:00 am - 10:00 am |
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Plenary Session: Awardee Panel
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Johnny F. Stephenson, Director of Strategic Analysis & Communications, NASA MSFC
Rachel Kizito-Ramos, Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist, DOT Maritime Administration
Aryn Lockhart, Deputy Public Affairs Chief, U.S. Air Force
LCDR Rven Garcia, Inspections Activities and Investigations Section Chief, U.S. Coast Guard
Moderator: Lorna Mae Devera
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| 10:00 am - 10:30 am |
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Coffee Break & Executive Coaching #4 |
| 10:30 am - 11:45 am |
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Workshops |
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E1 "Mentoring through the Labyrinth" RDML Matt W. Sibley, USCG
E2 "Creating Calm in the Conflict Storm" Dr. Becky Bell, USDA
E3 "Emotional Intelligence: Your Key to Continued Success” John Sporing, JohnSporing.com, LLC
E4 "Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace" Camella Woodham, EEOC
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| 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm |
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Uniformed Services Awards Luncheon - View winners (Attire: Business Formal, Military Dress)
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Master of Ceremonies: Ashley R. Lee, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
Video Remarks: Lieutenant General Michael Nagata, Deputy Director, Strategic Operation Planning, National Counterterrorism Center, US ARMY
Special Remarks: Major General Garrett Yee, Acting Deputy CIO/G-6 and Senior Information Security Office, Office of the Chief Information Officer (CIO)/G-6 , US ARMY
Keynote Speaker: Rear Admiral Matt W. Sibley, Director of Reserve and Military Personnel, US Coast Guard 
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| 1:45 pm - 3:00 pm |
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Workshops |
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F1 "What's New in Cybersecurity?" Major General Garrett S. Yee, Office of the Chief Information Office, Army G6
F2 "The Exit Interview: An Interactive Process & Key to Success" Lisa McManamay, VA
F3 "The Booth: Finding the Superhero Within You" Dr. Mat Park, NASA MSFC
F4 "Customer Service: Dealing with People of All Backgrounds" Francois Craig, OPM
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| 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
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Coffee Break & Executive Coaching #5 |
| 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm |
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Plenary Session: Executive Leadership Panel |
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Clarence Johnson, Director of Diversity Management Operations Center, DoD
Audrey Robinson, Chief Counsel, NASA MSFC
Victoria Wei, Vice President of Management Services, FAA Air Traffic Organization
Moderator: Angela Newcomb, NASA MSFC
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| 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm |
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Civilian Awards Banquet - View winners (Attire: Formal)
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MC: Kenneth Anderson, City of Huntsville
Welcome Remarks: Courtney L. Wilkerson, Acting Administrator of Civil Rights, FAA, DOT
Speaker: Larry Mack, Deputy Director, Office of Human Capital, NASA MSFC
Keynote Speaker: Jody Singer, Director, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC)
Cultural Presentation: North Alabama Japanese Garden Club
Closing Remarks: Sharon M. Wong, Executive Director, Strategic Recruitment, Diversity & Inclusion, DHS & FAPAC Past President (1997-1999) 
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Sessions
General Sessions: May 14-16, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Special Programs: Wednesday, May 15, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Student Program - For current students and recent graduates interested in Federal employment
- Veterans Program - Sessions provide practical knowledge for new and seasoned Veterans
Executive Coaching: Executive Coaching is a "speed mentoring" opportunity for NLTP attendees to meet with a government executive and gain career advice. The session will begin promptly and will last during the 30 minute period. Sign up when you register for the NLTP or email Heather Rice. Walk-ins may be available.
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