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32013 ANNUAL NABJ CONVENTION AND CAREER FAIR

Welcome ...................................................................5

Convention Sponsors ...............................................24

NABJ Board & Staff ..................................................27

Location Details ........................................................34

Convention Maps .....................................................36

Schedule-At-A-Glance .............................................38

Convention Highlights .............................................40

Daily Schedule ...........................................................48

Exhibit Hall Map .......................................................95

Exhibitors ...................................................................96

Special Honors ..........................................................105

Membership ...............................................................130

Acknowledgements .................................................132

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38TH ANNUAL NABJ CONVENTION & CAREER FAIRORLANDO, FL • JULY 31 - AUGUST 4, 2013

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Dear NABJ Family,

On behalf of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Black Journalists, our staff , and NABJ’s Convention Planning Committee, it is my honor to welcome you to the association’s 38th Annual Convention and Career Fair at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, FL.

The 2013 convention theme is “People, Purpose, Passion: The Power of NABJ.” As we commemorate the 38th anniversary of our organization, let us refl ect on NABJ’s mission and continue to uphold the legacy of journalistic excellence. NABJ is a leading voice that advocates for better representation of African-Americans in media coverage. Our members

continue to break barriers with innovative stories on issues and needs in our communities nationally and internationally.

This year’s convention will be a special treat for attendees from the youngest to the oldest. Whether you’re a student trying to break into the business or a veteran journalist trying to thrive in new media—NABJ’s workshops will help you take your career to the next level. You’ll learn strategies on how to market your journalistic skills in and out of the newsroom, how to get the big stories, and how to use the latest technology tools to better your craft and further your career.

In addition to the professional development workshops, there will be thought-provoking plenary sessions which discuss breaking news, industry changes, and hot topics.

If you’re looking to pursue a new professional opportunity and would like to strengthen your networking skills, I encourage you to visit our career fair. Dozens of recruiters and companies will be on-site to interview candidates, critique work samples, and off er valuable advice on what employers are looking for in new hires.

When most people think of Orlando, they think of Walt Disney World. NABJ is proud to have partnered with Walt Disney World Parks to off er each convention registrant two free tickets to Disney World. Also, Disney has more surprises in store for the attendees at the welcome reception.

We will recognize some of the most widely read and viewed work produced by members during the Salute to Excellence Gala, and present special honors to our Journalist of the Year, Emerging Journalist Award recipient, Journalism Educator of the Year, professional and student Chapters of the Year, among other honorees. This prestigious event is the only awards program in the country that honors exemplary coverage of African and African-American people or issues exclusively.

NABJ members will also have the opportunity to fellowship with one another at the Sports Task Force Jam Party, Celebrity Golf Tournament, Gospel Brunch, Author’s Showcase, 5K Run, Casino Night, and other special events.

I would like to thank our Convention Chair Carol Ash, Program Chair Benét Wilson, Honorary Convention Chair and Journalist of the Year Roland Martin, our Executive Director Maurice Foster, and the NABJ staff for working so tirelessly in planning what promises to be a memorable convention.

Thank you for being here. May you leave here empowered and inspired.

In service,

Gregory Lee, Jr.NABJ President

FROM THE NABJ PRESIDENT


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To my NABJ Family and Friends,

It is my honor to welcome you all to Orlando, Florida for the 2013 NABJ Convention and Career Fair.

NABJ has the esteemed reputation for hosting the premier venue for professional development, journalism education, and the nation’s leaders in business, arts and entertainment, and technology. From media executives to seasoned professionals to young journalists seeking fi rst-time opportunities, no other organization facilitates such an essential gathering of minority journalists in the world.

The convention would not be possible without the leadership of NABJ’s Board of Directors, the hardworking national offi ce staff , the dedicated Convention Planning Committee led by Chair Carol Ash, our generous sponsors, and a long list of consultants and volunteers. I salute outgoing President Gregory Lee, Jr. for his service and I wish him the best in his future endeavors.

NABJ has had a great year of engaging programs and events. From our esteemed Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to our informative Media Institutes on Health, Energy, and Political Reporting, the organization continues to provide the essential resources and tools our members need to succeed in the media industry. Additionally, we continue our commitment to nurturing the next generation of journalists and media professionals with our scholarships, internships, and multimedia programs.

I encourage you to take full advantage of everything this convention has to off er. The program schedule is packed with great speakers, special events, and of course the career fair is available to help you fi nd your next professional opportunity.

This year’s theme, “People, Purpose, Passion: The Power of NABJ,” is not just a catchphrase. It is a call to action for us all to remember the mission of this great organization and the power it has to ensure that our issues and needs are being addressed.

I hope you enjoy your time in Orlando and this convention is memorable for you.

Yours in Service,

Maurice FosterExecutive Director, National Association of Black Journalists

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR


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To each of you who has journeyed to the National Association of Black Journalists’ 38th Annual Convention and Career Fair, I sincerely thank you. Thank you for registering for the convention, for booking a fl ight, for reserving a hotel room, for coordinating a workshop or special event, and for helping sponsor a student or member in need. It is you, the members and friends, the extended NABJ family, who make our conventions memorable events full of transformative experiences.

This year we have the good fortune to be here in sunny central Florida. Kissimmee is family-friendly, full of interesting attractions, and good food. The lavish Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center will not disappoint. Sitting on 63 acres, it boasts fi ve restaurants, a full spa, two pools, and a water park for the kids! As a NABJ convention

attendee, you will also enjoy convenient amenities such as free in-room wireless internet, free gym access, and complimentary transportation to nearby Disney properties.

Our convention theme “People, Purpose, Passion: The Power of NABJ” inspired our team to craft a convention that will off er you hands-on training, the opportunity to participate in insightful conversations, and networking with people who will become invaluable resources and good friends for years to come.

In addition to dozens of workshops, we have endeavored to ensure events that are staples during NABJ conventions such as the Salute to Excellence Gala, the Sports Task Force Party, NABJ Presents moving screenings, and the NABJ Gospel Brunch don’t disappoint. We have many surprises lined up!

The media industry continues to evolve and to change. In order to thrive and not just survive I urge you to attend this convention with an open mind and a thirst for knowledge. Move around the Gaylord intent on both learning and enjoying yourself.

Finally, I would like to thank President Gregory Lee, my assistant Aprill Turner, Program Chair Benet Wilson, Honorary Chair Roland Martin, the entire Convention Programming Committee, Special Event Producers, the NABJ National Offi ce staff , and the NABJ Board of Directors for their commitment to planning an outstanding convention.

It is my sincere hope that you will leave this convention with a clearer idea of your professional purpose, that you feel empowered to pursue your passions, and that you have a new appreciation for the power of NABJ.

Regards,

Carol D. AshNABJ 2013 Convention Chair

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FROM THE PROGRAM CHAIR

Dear NABJ Family:

I would like to personally welcome you to our annual convention here in Orlando. I am honored to be your Program Committee chair for a second year.

On behalf of the 2013 Program Committee, I thank each and everyone of you who helped us create such a strong slate of workshops. Our goal was to create programming that helps members stay relevant in increasingly challenging newsrooms, no matter what the platform.

To that end, I believe we have created a balance of workshops and speakers that not only off er up the latest tools and technology and the basic skills of eff ective

storytelling, but also tackle the issues that continue to crop up in our ever-changing industry. It is important that NABJ provide its members with the knowledge and tools they can take back to their newsrooms the day after our convention is over.

We have provided workshops for all our members: journalists, students, educators, policy makers, and communicators. Workshop topics include mobile journalism tools, becoming an eff ective television producer, fi nding a job in social media, career options in radio, making the transition to public relations/communications, and Celebrity Reporting. We also have a strong slate of Deep Dive Learning Labs and the UNITY New U Start-Up Loft, designed for those going after their entrepreneurial dreams.

I encourage you to take full advantage of our programming, which off ers thousands of dollars in the latest tools, tricks, and techniques. But don’t forget to take some time to enjoy yourself in Orlando, a city that has a lot to off er. I wish you a fun and successful convention!

Warm regards,

Benét J. Wilson2013 Convention Program Chair

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Dear Friends,

As Mayor of Orange County, I heartily welcome the National Association of Black Journalists for its 38th Annual Convention and Career Fair. We are honored that you chose to have your event at the beautiful Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center.

Orange County has much to off er to make your event memorable. Most signifi cant, last year we hosted more than 56 million visitors from around the world. Aside from our beautiful Florida weather, we are home to more than 90 attractions and exciting theme parks, a world-class convention center, an award winning international airport, more than 150 world-renowned golf courses, a wide variety of sport events, fi ne museums, great shopping, cultural activities and many natural wonders which make our region unique.

Additionally, our region is also home to top rated higher education institutions, the 2nd largest convention center in the nation and a burgeoning community of biotech, life sciences and research facilities, which have been recognized around the world for its forward thinking success. We are truly proud of being a major international destination and hope you are able to enjoy as much as possible throughout your stay.

Orlando, the largest city in Orange County, was cited as one of America’s ten best cities in which to live and work. We are extremely proud of that distinction and honored that you chose Orlando to host your Annual Convention and Career Fair.

Enjoy your stay and best wishes for a successful event!

Sincerely,

Teresa Jacobs

P.O. BOX 1393, 201 SOUTH ROSALIND AVENUE, ORLANDO, FL 32802-1393PHONE: 407-836-7370 • FAX: 407-836-7360 • Mayor@ocfl .net

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GREETINGS,

As Mayor of the City of Orlando, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the “City Beautiful” and to the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) 38th Annual Convention and Career Fair. I hope that your event is a successful one, as attendees explore the theme “People. Purpose. Passion: The Power of NABJ.”

Orlando is a City on the rise.

I encourage those of you visiting Orlando to experience all of the things that make Orlando one of the fastest growing, most business-friendly and quality of life-centered cities in our nation.

Underneath a skyline that has doubled in just the last fi ve years, our dynamic, bustling Downtown is alive with fi ne dining, exciting night life, fabulous shopping, year-round outdoor activities, arts and culture, professional sports and abundant parks.

Our vibrant and diverse culture is evidenced by the many distinctive neighborhoods that dot our City. I invite you to walk our red brick, tree lined streets, visit our beautiful historic districts or our Downtown Arts District and take in Orlando’s crown jewel, Lake Eola Park.

Again, welcome to Orlando! We are happy to have you here and hope you enjoy taking part in the wonderful experiences that can only be found here.

Best wishes for a productive conference and continued success. I hope you enjoy your time here and I hope you visit Orlando again soon.

Sincerely,

Buddy DyerMayor

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

ORLANDO CITY HALL • 400 SOUTH ORANGE AVENUE • PO BOX 4990 • ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32802-4990PHONE 407-246-2221 • FAX 407-246-2842 • www.cityoforlando.net


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FROM THE HONORARY CHAIR

Brothers and Sisters of NABJ,

Since my fi rst NABJ regional and national convention in 1989, I have loved this organization and strongly believe in its principles. As we gather in this magical city known for Walt Disney World, beaches, and my favorite thing to do – golf! – let us remember the magic of NABJ.

The convention theme is “People, Purpose, Passion: The Power of NABJ,” and I hope this will encourage you to refl ect on how our founders were trailblazers and how our members continue to make a positive impact on the media industry.

We must work hard to preserve our legacy and continue to tell our stories. And we must continue to aggressively promote the interests of Black journalists in all media forms.

Our conventions are like no other. NABJ strives to provide workshops and programs that will help hone your skills and learn new ones. Additionally, I encourage you to take advantage of the special events and take the time to network. NABJ conventions are where dreams are fulfi lled and new opportunities are seized.

As a 24-year member – and now a life member – I’ve watched NABJ grow and I am looking forward to seeing what the future holds for our great organization.

Have a great time in Orlando!

Yours in service,

Roland S. Martin2013 NABJ Honorary Chair


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I’d like to welcome each of you to Orlando and NABJ’s 38th Convention and Career Fair. It’s an exciting time for NABJ’s Student Education Enrichment and Development (SEED) program as we continue to train the next generation of journalists and media professionals.

Through SEED, thousands of dollars in scholarships are given to deserving students who are pursuing journalism and other media related fi elds as a career. Many get their fi rst internship and job as a result of their relationship to NABJ’s student programming. In addition, many high schoolers acquire their fi rst love for journalism through our high school program.

The highlight of the year for SEED is the Student Projects in which we bring college students from all over the country to our convention and give them real-world journalism and communications experience. These students produce newscasts, a newspaper, a website and help manage a communications offi ce. They conduct the interviews and write the stories. They take the thought-provoking photos and produce the cutting-edge video. And of course all this could not be achieved if it were not for our dedicated professional members who serve as mentors.

I’d like to thank everyone who has helped SEED grow into one of, if not the best, short-courses for college students in the country. Those professional members who took the time to read and score our scholarship and intern submissions, I thank you. Those in the national offi ce who help SEED achieve its mission of student training, I thank you.

And fi nally, I would like to thank every media company and business in the Orlando region that has helped make the Student Projects 2013 a success. The use of your newsrooms, printing press, personnel and staff has been invaluable to SEED’s overall mission. And to NABJ’s members, thank you for attending the convention. You are truly our greatest asset today and tomorrow, and we could not accomplish what we do without your support. Throughout this conference, I ask you to stay engaged, proactive and continue to help SEED shape the future of the industry.

My personal respect and thanks goes out to all of you.

Demorris LeeNABJ SEED chair

FROM THE NABJ SEED CHAIR

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FROM THE REGION III DIRECTOR

NABJ Friends and Family,

On behalf of Region III, welcome to the magical land of Orlando for the 38th Annual NABJ Convention and Career Fair! We are truly in a fantastic place where dreams are not only created, but made into a reality.

As we gather and reunite with old colleagues and new emerging professionals, let us not forget our true purpose. We are agents of change and need to focus on using our voices to positively represent our people. Invest not only in your future as a journalist, but in yourself as a professional.

Take the time to visit one of the workshops on adapting to the modern newsroom, using the latest developments in technology to take journalism to the next level, learning a new technique, and honing old skills at one of the many workshops off ered.

With museums, botanical gardens, a vibrant nightlife, and over 100 attraction parks, Orlando is place full of fun and exciting things to do!

Thank you for coming to join us! Dream big, work hard, and enjoy all that this convention has to off er!

Sincerely,

Dedrick RussellNABJ Region III Director


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FROM THE CFABJ PRESIDENT

Dear NABJ family,

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Central Florida for the National Association of Black Journalists’ 38th Annual Convention and Career Fair.

I didn’t know in 2001 when I attended my second ever NABJ convention right here in Orlando that 12 years later I would have spent a signifi cant part of my career here, but I’m so glad I have!

When most people think of Central Florida, they think of childhood theme park adventures. But the journalists who live and work here know that far beyond the gates

of magical kingdoms is a part of the country that often fi nds itself the center of the nation’s attention.

Whether talking about the important “I-4 corridor” voting block during presidential election years, controversial trials like the Casey Anthony case or the shooting death of unarmed teenager Trayvon Martin, stories that start local quickly become national.

The journalists of CFABJ are excited to host you in our backyard, where the news cycle has more ups and downs, twists and turns than any roller coaster ride you could ever dream of!

But since Central Florida is also famous for showing visitors a good time, we won’t let you leave without experiencing some unforgettable entertainment. Two recent Powerball winners have come from Central Florida so maybe some of this area’s winning streak will rub of on you as you try your luck at CFABJ’s Thursday night fundraiser, A Night At The Casino! The event will feature celebrity dealers, great prizes and the hottest music!

Thank you for being a part of the 2013 NABJ Convention and Career Fair!

Sincerely,

Syan RhodesPresident, Central Florida Association of Black Journalists

Blacks Helped Shape the Nation’s Top Travel DestinationBy Alicia Mitchell

C entral Florida is a place rich in history and culture with signifi cant contributions by African- Americans. The area is anchored by Orlando, the most visited destination in the United States, drawing more than 50 million visitors each year. The region has year-round warm weather and is home to many of the nation’s greatest theme parks.

The early African-American population of Orlando was primarily concentrated in what is now known as downtown. During the segregation era, blacks and whites were prevented from dining at the same restau-rants or sitting in the same theaters. Segregation extended to public parks, beaches, hotels, stores, entertain-ment and libraries. Conditioned to perform the necessary work at hand, African-American leadership in Orlando blossomed. One of Orlando’s fi rst black doctors, Dr. Williams Monroe Wells, constructed the Wells Built Hotel in 1926 to provide lodging for black musicians on tour in Orlando. Dr. Wells also had the resources to build the South Street Casino. Entertainers who performed there often checked into the hotel after completing their performances. Music legends Ray Charles, B.B. King, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie and other black musicians were guests of both the hotel and casino.

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Baseball legend Jackie Robinson left his historic footprints in the Sunshine State on March 17, 1946, when he walked on the fi eld and broke the color barrier in Minor League Baseball. City Island Ball Park, now named Jackie Robinson Ballpark, held the fi rst racially integrated spring training baseball game. Robinson originally trained in Sanford, Florida but relocated to Daytona Beach after being run out of town by racists. On the 50th anniversary of Robinson breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball, the mayor of Sanford issued a proclamation apologizing for the events in 1946 and proclaimed April 15, 1997, Jackie Robinson Recognition Day in Sanford.About 15 miles southwest of Sanford, 27 African-American men voted to incorporate Eatonville on August 15, 1887. After the Civil War, many African-Americans devel-oped communities on their own, centered on education and religion. Founded on this tradition, Eatonville is recognized as the oldest incorporated all-black town in the United States. It’s aff ectionately known as home of the Zora Neal Hurston Festival, an annual showcase of arts, literature and culture that celebrates Hurston as a writer, anthropologist and folklorist. A trailblazer in photography, E.B. Mitchell, became the fi rst African-American photo-journalist for the Orlando Sentinel in 1963. Mitchell, originally employed to capture Orlando’s African-American community in the Sentinel’s “Negro Edition,” began tak-ing pictures for the main newspaper in the 1960s. The Sentinel later established the E.B. Mitchell Photojournalism Scholarship for Minorities in honor of him. Mary McLeod Bethune, a child of former slaves who believed education provided the key to racial advancement, made history in Daytona. She was the 15th of 17 children and the only to attend school. With a dream to start her own school with a budget of $1.50, she made a down payment of 50 cents on a rundown two-story house.The Daytona Normal and Industrial Institute for Negro Girls opened in 1904 with just fi ve students. The school evolved into a high school, then a junior college, and then, in 1941, a four-year institution. By this time, it was known as Bethune-Cookman College. It became Bethune-Cookman University in 2007 after establishing its fi rst graduate program.

Alicia Mitchell is a student at the Connecticut School of Broadcasting and a resident of Orlando.

Mary McLeod Bethune

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PRESIDENTGregory H. Lee, Jr.Executive Sports EditorSouth Florida Sun Sentinel

VICE PRESIDENT/BROADCASTBob ButlerReporterKCBS Radio

VICE PRESIDENT/PRINTErrin Haines-WhackReporter, Virginia PoliticsWashington, Post

SECRETARYLisa D. CoxTV News ProducerKTLA-TV Los Angeles/Tribune

TREASURERKeith ReedSenior EditorESPN The Magazine

PARLIAMENTARIANCindy GeorgeHealth ReporterHouston Chronicle

REGION I DIRECTOR(Conn., Maine, Mass., N.H., N.J., N.Y., Pa., R.I. and Vt.)Sherlon ChristieSports ReporterAsbury Park Press

REGION II DIRECTOR(Del., D.C., Md., Va. and W.Va.)Corey DadeFreelance

REGION III DIRECTOR(Ala., Fla., Ga., Miss., N.C., S.C. and Tenn.)Dedrick RussellReporterWBTV, LLC/Raycom Media

REGION IV DIRECTOR(N.D., S.D., Neb., Iowa, Ill., Ind., Ohio, Ky., Minn., Mich., Wis.)A. J. RossMultimedia JournalistWKYC

REGION V DIRECTOR(Ark., Colo, La., Kan., Mo., N.M., Okla. and Texas)Mary BentonReporterKPRC-TV (NBC)/Post-Newsweek

REGION VI DIRECTOR(Alaska, Ariz., Calif., Hawaii, Idaho, Mont., Nev., Ore., Utah, Wash. and Wyo.)Michele Fitzhugh-CraigEditor-in-Chiefshades Magazine

ASSOCIATE REPRESENTATIVEDawn RobertsManaging Partner/FounderKD Communications Group

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVEWesley Lowery2012 Graduate, Ohio UniversityMetro ReporterThe Boston Globe

NABJ STAFF

EXECUTIVE DIRECTORMaurice Foster

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTTaylor Osborne-Smith

FINANCE MANAGERNathaniel Chambers

MEMBERSHIP MANAGERVeronique Dodson

PROGRAM MANAGERJannice Hodge

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Harry Carter

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR Scott Berry

CONSULTANTPaul Brock

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR INTERNKyleah Starling

PROGRAM ASSISTANT INTERNFaith Jessie

DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANTJanaé Bryant

FINANCE ASSISTANTIris Smoote

MEMBERSHIP ASSISTANTTaynaia Quigley

PROGRAM ASSISTANTLisa Waldschmitt

PROGRAM ASSISTANT Veronica Rice

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT TASK FORCEThe NABJ Arts and Entertainment Task Force is available to members who cover arts and entertainment. Joining this group is a great way to connect to the broader arts and entertainment community.

Co-Chairs: Kelley L. Carter, Entertainment Journalist Adrienne Samuels Gibbs, Senior Editor, Ebony Magazine

ASSOCIATE MEMBER’S TASK FORCEThe Associate Member’s Task Force (AMTF) includes part-time journalists, part-time freelance writers, educators, marketing and public relations professionals, as well as other media professionals. The purpose of this task force is to advance the cause of issues related to these sectors and to NABJ.

Chair: Gabrielle Maple Lee, Account Supervisor, Fleishman Hillard- NY

BLACK PRESS TASK FORCEThe Black Press Task Force includes journalists and owners of black media outlets. The group’s purpose is to advocate on behalf of black-owned media and to foster camaraderie amongst journalist in this space.

Chair: Tené Croom, Tené Croom Communications

BROADCAST TASK FORCEThe Broadcast Task Force includes radio and television journalists. The group’s purpose is to champion diversity in newsrooms across the country, and to inspire camaraderie among broadcast journalists.

Chair: Will Wright, Manager of Digital Production, NBC News

COPY EDITORS TASK FORCEThe Copy Editors Task Force includes copy desk managers, copy editors, news editors, line editors, layout and design editors and, yes, recruiters. The groups purposes are to inspire the camaraderie among editors across the country; to share ideas about editing; and to discuss the ups and downs of working a non-traditional schedule. We also encourage college students to pursue copy editing and other careers in newsrooms.

Chair: Diane M. Hawkins, Copy Editor, Louisville Courier-Journal

DIGITAL JOURNALISM TASK FORCEAs technology is enhancing journalism and transforming the media landscape, journalists must adapt and use new tools in order to survive and thrive. The Digital Journalism Task Force keeps NABJ members on the cutting edge as they navigate rapidly evolving newsrooms.

Chair: Benét J. Wilson, Director of Media Relations, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

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FOUNDERS TASK FORCEThe Founders Task Force includes NABJ Founders, Past Presidents and former National Board Members with at least 25 years of membership in NABJ. The group’s purposes are to re-affi rm NABJ’s founding principles and fortify NABJ through the contributions of its members’ time, talents, historical perspectives and collective memory in alignment with the organization’s mission and strategic plan.

Chair: Maureen Bunyan, NABJ Founder, News Anchor/Correspondent, WJLA-TV (Washington)

GLOBAL JOURNALISM TASK FORCEThe Global Journalism Task Force promotes coverage of and about the African/African-American experience worldwide.

Co-Chairs: Rochelle Riley, Columnist, Detroit Free Press Jeff Ballou, Congressional Producer, Al Jazeera Network

LGBT TASK FORCEThe mission of this task force is to unite NABJ’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender members so they may support and strengthen one another and to assist the NABJ in carrying out its mission of inclusion and excellence.

Co-Chairs: Jonathan Adams, Public Information Offi cer, Lambda Legal Kimberley McLeod, Director of Communications, National Black Justice Coalition

POLITICAL JOURNALISM TASK FORCEThe Political Journalism Task force is comprised of journalists that cover local, state, and national politics. The group’s purpose is to provide support and programming for political journalists.

Chair: Sonya Ross, Race & Ethnicity Editor, AP

SPORTS JOURNALISM TASK FORCEThe NABJ Sports Task Force promotes diversity in America’s sports departments and provides programming toward developing the next wave of America’s sports journalists.

Chair: Marc Spears. NBA Writer, Yahoo! Sports

VISUAL TASK FORCEThe NABJ Visual Task Force provides a venue for visual journalists in the areas of photojournalism, design and informational graphics, broadcast photojournalism, and visual leadership for newspaper, magazine, broadcast, and online publications.

Chair: Sonja Foster, Photo Editor, Bloomberg

YOUNG BLACK JOURNALISTS TASK FORCEThe Young Journalists Task Force provides a forum and support for fellow journalists in their fi rst few years. The Task Force annually recognizes emerging journalists doing exemplary work.

Co-Chairs: Talia Buford, Reporter, Politico Felicia Brown

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MEMBERSHIPLocating new members, reclaiming former members, retaining current members, and creating programs for this purpose. It also shall be responsible for evaluating all membership applications and affi liate chapter applications.

Chair: Georgia Dawkins, KSLA-TV

PROGRAMSDeveloping and implementing programs for the annual national convention.

Convention Chair: Carol Ash, Kennedy King CollegeProgram Chair: Benét J. Wilson,Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

AWARDSDeveloping and distributing criteria for various national journalism categories in the annual NABJ Salute to Excellence awards contest.

Chair: Ray Metoyer, WNEG-TV (Athens, Ga.)

MEDIA MONITORINGMonitoring the national media for discrimination and other injustices to people in the African diaspora in their coverage and employment practices. It shall report to the Board of Directors and the membership issues of concern.

Chairs: Eric Deggans, Tampa Bay Times

CONSTITUTION AND OPERATING PROCEDURESConsidering any proposed amendments to the Constitution and Operating Procedures suggested by any full member. The Committee shall make recommendations on such changes to the membership for consideration according to the guidelines established by the Constitution and Operating Procedures.

Chair: Sharyn Flanagan, USA Today

FINANCEProvide fi nancial advice to ensure the Board of Directors successfully meets its fi nancial goals. The committee shall also be available to provide fi nancial advice and counsel to the President, Treasurer and Board of Directors; review and advise the Board on the annual budget; review spending and income quarterly. It shall be comprised of the NABJ Treasurer, two former NABJ treasurers, two independent fi nancial advisors, and a top executive from a media company.

Chair: Condace Pressley, News/Talk 750 WSB

COUNCIL OF PRESIDENTSFoster eff ective chapter management, develop strategies for chapters to recruit and retain members, develop strategies to assist chapters in raising funds for scholarships and other award programs. It shall also aggressively recruit members to NABJ and work to reach a consensus and make recommendations on how mutual problems can be addressed and resolved within NABJ.

Chair: Sarah Glover, NBC10 Philadelphia

ELECTIONSOversee the election process and develop the rules that apply to it. The committee shall set candidate standards, rules, regulations and qualifi cations for nominations and regulations governing the process and arbitrate any disputes to that procedure. The Board of Directors will have the authority to supersede decisions of the Committee by a two-thirds vote of the Boards members.

Chair: Glenn Rice, The Kansas City Star

COMMUNICATIONSActively develop, implement, and execute a communications strategy for NABJ.

Chair: Christopher E. Nelson, NBC News

DEVELOPMENTActively pursuing new business partnerships and fundraising initiatives for NABJ

Chair: Lynn Norment, Carol H. Williams Advertising

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Chair: Doug Mitchell, Co-Director “NewU” Entrepreneur Fellowship Program/Career Coach, “Knowledgewebb.net”

STUDENT EDUCATION ENRICHMENT & DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS (SEED)The SEED program provides valuable benefi ts for student members by placing student interns at media companies nationwide; providing over 12 scholarships annually; and coordinating the NABJ Convention student projects.

Chair: Demorris Lee, Tampa Bay Times

High School Program: Russell LaCour, Tulsa World

NABJ JOURNALPublished online and twice a year in print, the NABJ Journal provides news and information about NABJ activities, its members, chapters, and journalism organizations with similar goals. Distributed to NABJ Members and individual subscribers, the NABJ journal explores industry-related issues, trends, and lifestyles as they aff ect African-Americans while examining the media’s triumphs and defi ciencies, as well as spotlighting outstanding achievements of journalists so that others may learn and emulate.

Managing Editor (Print): Bonnie Newman Davis, North Carolina A&T State University

Managing Editor (Online): Marlon A. Walker, Detroit Free Press

SPECIAL HONORSNABJ Special Honors represent the highest awards NABJ can bestow upon a member. NABJ members, affi liate chapters, and others nominate those who represent the best among black journalists. Awards include the Lifetime Achievement Award, Legacy Award, Journalist of the Year, and Emerging Journalist of the Year.

Chair: Leisa Richardson, Indianapolis Star Tribune

HALL OF FAMELegendary black journalists who have made outstanding contributions to journalism are inducted yearly to the NABJ Hall of Fame.

Chairs: Maureen Bunyan, WJLA-TV (Washington); Hall of Fame NABJ Founder

PRINT ADVOCACYUpon the direction of the Vice-President of Print, this committee completes an annual census of managers in print newsrooms.

Chair: Don Hudson, The Clarion Ledger

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EDITOR: Rod Hicks,East Desk Editor, The Associated Press

COPY EDITOR: Melanie Eversley,Reporter, Breaking News Desk, USA Today

COPY EDITOR: Sharyn Flanagan,Copy Editor, USA Today

COPY EDITOR: Sherylle Linton Jones, Associate Director Marketing & Public Relations, Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter

MANAGING EDITOR: Kyleah Starling, NABJ

STAFF LIAISON: Jannice Hodge, Program Manager, NABJ

DESIGNER: Antone Amye, Page Designer, Detroit News

CONTRIBUTING WRITER: Alicia Mitchell, Student, Connecticut School of Broadcasting

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5K RUNDawn Angelique Roberts, Founder & Managing Partner, KD Communications Group; Associate Representative, NABJ

AUTHORS SHOWCASEDoug Lyons, Editorial Writer, South Florida Sun Sentinel

HEALTHY NABJCindy George, Health Reporter, Houston Chronicle; Parliamentarian, NABJ

GOSPEL BRUNCHGeorgia Dawkins, Producer, KSLA-TV, Shreveport, Louisiana

CELEBRITY GOLF TOURNAMENTWalter Kirkland, Tournament Director Galen Gordon, CoordinatingProducer – First Take, ESPNStan Verrett, Host, ESPN

CONVERSATIONS & COCKTAILSKelley L. Carter, Entertainment Journalist; Chair, Arts & Entertainment Taskforce

Keith Reed, Senior Editor, ESPN the Magazine; Treasurer, NABJ

Andrea Watson, Journalism Graduate Student, Columbia College

EXECUTIVE SUITEDuchesne Drew, Managing Editor for Operations, Star Tribune

Neil Foote, President and CEO, Foote Communications

OPENING CEREMONY & RECEPTION Manny Smith, Web Managing Editor, DiversityInc Media

PLENARIES Christopher Nelson, Assignment Editor, NBC News

Manny Smith, Web Managing Editor, DiversityInc Media

Irving Washington, Director of Operations, Online News Association

SALUTE TO EXCELLENCEMarcus Foster, Producer, WSB-TV, Atlanta

Glenn Marshall, Reporter, WICS-TV, Springfi eld, Illinois

Laveta Moore, President & CEO, LDM Productions, Chicago

2013 CONVENTION PROGRAM COMMITTEEPROGRAM CHAIRBenét Wilson, Social Media Editor, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

DEPUTY PROGRAM CHAIRMelanie Eversely, Breaking News Editor, USA Today

COMMITTEEDemorris Lee, General Assignment Reporter, Tampa Times

Denise Clay, Adjunct Professor, Temple University and Proofreader, Philadelphia Sunday SUN

Doug Mitchell, Consultant/Project Manager for UNITY Journalists and NPR; Chair, NABJ Media Institute

Gabrielle M. Lee, Account Supervisor, Fleishman-Hillard, New York City; Chair, Associate Member Task Force

Glenn Proctor, Founder, REDDjobb LLC and Retired Executive Editor/Vice President-News at Richmond Times-Dispatch

James Black, NFL Editor for Yahoo! Sports; Sports Task Force Representative

Jonathan Adams, Public Information Offi cer Lambda Legal; Co-chair, NABJ LGBT Task Force

Kelley L. Carter, Entertainment journalist; Chair, Arts & Entertainment Task Force

Marissa Evans, NABJ Marquette University chapter; Deputy Student Representative

Mashaun Simon, Freelance Writer, Reporter and Consultant; Young Journalists Task Force Representative

Maureen Bunyan, Anchor, WJLA-TV; Member, Founders Task Force

Nicondra Norwood, Meteorologist, WVU-TV; President, New Orleans Association of Black Journalists

Rochelle Riley, Columnist, Detroit Free Press; Co-chair, NABJ Global Journalism Task Force.

Sarah J. Glover, Multimedia Journalist, Sarahmedia.com; President, NABJ Council of Presidents

Sonja Y. Foster, Photo Editor, Bloomberg; Chair, Visual Task Force

Will J. Wright, Manager of Digital Production at NBC News; Chair, Broadcast Task Force

Duchesne Paul Drew, Managing Editor for Operations, Star Tribune; Chair, NABJ Executive Suite

Carol Ash, Convention Chair Aprill O. Turner, Assistant to the Convention Chair



Best Man 2: HolidayDate: Thursday, August 1, 2013Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pmLocation: Osceola 4-6

After nearly 15 years apart, Taye Diggs, Nia Long, Morris Chestnut, Harold Perrineau, Terrence Howard, Sanaa Lathan, Monica Calhoun, Melissa De Sousa and Regina Hall reprise their career-launching roles in the next chapter to the fi lm that ushered in a new era of comedy. When the college friends fi nally reunite over the Christmas holidays, they will discover just how easy it is for long-forgotten rivalries and romances to be ignited.

“Being Mary Jane”Date: Thursday, August 1, 2013Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmLocation: Osceola A

From the producers of the award-winning, record breaking BET comedy THE GAME, GIRLFRIENDS and box-offi ce hit SPARKLE comes the BET original movie BEING MARY JANE stars Gabrielle Union as Mary Jane Paul. Mary Jane seemingly has it all as a beautiful and successful TV news anchor. In reality, she’s a self-suffi cient powerhouse with a lackluster love life who remains devoted to a family that doesn’t share her motivation. How far is she willing to go to fi nd the puzzle pieces that she - and society - insists are missing from her life? Intense drama and unforgettable moments unfold as Mary Jane juggles her life, her relationships, her work and commitments to her family.

Black NativityDate: Friday, August 2, 2013Time: 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmLocation: A & E Reception In a contemporary adaptation of Langston Hughes’ celebrated play, the holiday musical drama BLACK NATIVITY follows Langston (Jacob Latimore), a street-wise teen from Baltimore raised by a single mother, as he journeys to New York City to spend the Christmas holiday with his estranged relatives Reverend Cornell and Aretha Cobbs (Forest Whitaker and Angela Bassett). Unwilling to live by the imposing Reverend Cobbs’ rules, a frustrated Langston is determined to return home to his mother, Naima (Jennifer Hudson). Langston embarks on a surprising and inspirational journey and along with his new friends, and a little divine intervention, he discovers the true meaning of faith, healing, and family.

Baggage Claim Date: Friday, August 2, 2013Time: 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmLocation: A & E Reception

Determined to get engaged before her youngest sister’s wedding, fl ight attendant Montana Moore (Paula Patton) fi nds herself with only 30 days to fi nd Mr. Right. Using her airline connections to “accidentally” meet up with eligible ex-boyfriends and scour for potential candidates, she racks up more than 30,000 miles and countless comedic encounters, all the while searching for the perfect guy.

Mandela: The Longwalk to FreedomDate: Saturday, August 3, 2013Time: 1:15 pm - 3:30 pmLocation: AMC Downtown DisneyExtended Preview

“Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom” is based on South African President Nelson Mandela’s autobiography of the same name, which chronicles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison before becoming President and working to rebuild the country’s once segregated society. Idris Elba (“Prometheus”) stars as Nelson Mandela with Justin Chadwick (“The Other Boleyn Girl”) directing.

The ButlerDate: Saturday, August 3, 2013Time: 1:15 pm - 3:30 pmLocation: AMC Downtown Disney*Transportation will be provided*

The Butler is an upcoming historical drama fi lm directed by Lee Daniels and featuring an ensemble cast. The fi lm stars Forest Whitaker as Cecil Gaines, an African-American who eyewitnesses notable events of the 20th century during his tenure as a White House butler. The fi lm is based on the real-life account of Eugene Allen, who served as a White House butler during eight American presidencies from 1952 to 1986.

12 Years a SlaveDate: Saturday, August 3, 2013Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pmLocation: Osceola B “12 Years a Slave” is based on an incredible true story of one man’s fi ght for survival and freedom. In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty (personifi ed by a malevolent slave owner, portrayed by Michael Fassbender), as well as unexpected kindnesses, Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. In the twelfth year of his unforgettable odyssey, Solomon’s chance meeting with a Canadian abolitionist (Brad Pitt) will forever alter his life.

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CAREER FAIR & EXHIBIT HALLLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall ARadio RowCyber Cafe LoungeAuthor’s ShowcaseHealthy NABJ Pavilion

WELCOME CEREMONYHollywood Studios351 Studio DriveLake Buena Vista, FL

NABJ PRESS ROOMLocation: Daytona 1-2Wednesday, July 31, 2013. . . . . . . . 12 pm – 5 pmThursday, August 1, 2013. . . . . . . . 9 am – 5 pmFriday, August 2, 2013. . . . . . . . . . . 9 am – 5 pmSaturday, August 3, 2013. . . . . . . . . 9 am – 5 pm

WHAT’S HELD WHERE?HOST HOTELGaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center6000 W. Osceola ParkwayKissimmee, Florida 34746(407) 586-0000

Newsmaker PlenaryW.E.B. Dubois Lecture

Location: Osceola Ballroom C, DNABJ Salute to Excellence Awards Gala & After-Party

Location: Osceola Ballroom BNABJ Gospel Brunch

Location: Florida Exhibition Hall BRegistration & Welcome CenterSponsor & VIP Registration LoungeAuthors Showcase & Bookstore

Location: Osceola Ballroom A or BProfessional Development BreakfastsLunch & LearnsFilm Screenings

Location: Florida Exhibition Hall ACareer Fair & ExhibitionCyber Café Membership Lounge

AROUND ORLANDO Orlando NABJ Chapter PartyCentral Florida Association of Black Journalists’ Casino Night Fundraiser

Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center6000 W. Osceola ParkwayKissimmee, Florida 34746Osceola Ballroom B

Annual Sports Task Force Scholarship JamHouse of Blues1490 E. Buena Vista DriveLake Buena Vista, Florida 32830

NABJ Day of ServiceCenter for Women and Families639 W. Central Blvd., Orlando, FL 32801

SAFETY AND SECURITYThe Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center is equipped with around-the-clock security and facilities staffi ng. In the case of fi re emergency, guests are notifi ed through an audible fi re alarm and broadcast message that will direct guests to evacuate.

NEAREST HOSPITALFlorida Hospital Celebration Health400 Celebration Place(407) 764-4000

NEAREST 24-HOUR PHARMACYCVS6085 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy(321) 677-0349

Walgreens5935 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy(407) 396-1006

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HOSTED BY ORLANDO'S OWN JEMELE HILL OF ESPN

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith, Chris Broussard, Michael Smith, Jay Harris, J.A. Adande, Michael Wallace, L.Z. Granderson, Bomani Jones, Cari Champion, Mark Jones, WESH's Larry Ridley & Syan Rhodes, Insider Host Kevin Frazier, CNN's Richelle Carey, TVOne's Roland Martin, Turner

Sports' David Aldridge, LaChina Robinson, Sekou Smith, Orlando Sentinel's Shannon Owens, Fox Sports' Michael Eaves, Charles Davis, Jason Jackson, Sporting News' Garry Howard, NBC-6

Miami's Juwan Strader, Tampa Bay Times Bucs reporter Stephen Holder, Yahoo! Sports' Marc J. Spears, WVSN-TV's Donovan Campbell, NABJ President & Sun Sentinel's Gregory H. Lee

*Celebrity appearances subject to change

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SURPRISE SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT CELEBRITIES*

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 2013 | 9PM — 3AMHOUSE OF BLUES



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WEDNESDAY, JULY 31, 20137 am – 7 pm REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER8 am – 5 pm NABJ LEARNING LABS (ALL DAY)**8 am – 5 pm NEW U LOFT8 am – 4 pm CHAPTER DAY: PROFESSIONAL CHAPTER LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT1 pm – 5 pm NABJ LEARNING LABS (HALF DAY)**2 pm – 5 pm EXECUTIVE SUITE4 pm – 5 pm REGIONAL CAUCUSES7:30 pm – 10 pm WELCOME RECEPTION & OPENING CEREMONY

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 20136 am – 7 am HEALTHY NABJ: MORNING WORKOUT7 am – 5 pm REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER7:30 am – 9 am PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT BREAKFASTS**8:30 am – 5 pm EXECUTIVE SUITE9 am – 5 pm CAREER FAIR & EXHIBITION9 am – 5 pm NABJ AUTHORS SHOWCASE & BOOKSTORE9 am – 5 pm NEW U LOFT9 am – 5 pm HEALTHY NABJ PAVILION9 am – 5 pm CYBER CAFÉ LOUNGE9 am – 5 pm RADIO ROW9:15 am - 10:45 am NEWSMAKER PLENARY- NABJ LIVE!11:30 am – 12:15 pm TASK FORCE MEETINGS12:15 pm – 2 pm SCHOOL-TO-PRISON PIPELINE LUNCHEON12:30 pm – 2 pm INTERACTIVE SESSION I2:15 pm – 3:45 pm INTERACTIVE SESSION II4 pm – 5:30 pm INTERACTIVE SESSION III4 pm – 5:30 pm NABJ CANDIDATES FORUM6 pm – 8 pm DIGITAL JOURNALISM TASK FORCE6 pm – 8 pm RECEPTIONS8 pm – 10 pm COCKTAILS & CONVERSATIONS9 pm – 11 pm THE PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION10 pm – 2 am STUDENT’S PARTY10 pm – 3 am ORLANDO CHAPTER CASINO NIGHT

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 20136 am – 7 am HEALTHY NABJ: MORNING WORKOUT7 am – 5 pm REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER7:30 am – 9 am PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT BREAKFASTS**8:30 am – 5 pm EXECUTIVE SUITE8:30 am – 10:30 am NABJ BUSINESS MEETING

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 20137 am – 9am 5K WALK/RUN*7:30 am – 2:30 pm NABJ GOLF TOURNAMENT*8 am – 12 pm REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER9 am – 12 pm CAREER FAIR & EXHIBITION9 am – 12 pm HEALTHY NABJ PAVILION9 am – 12 pm CYBER CAFÉ LOUNGE9 am – 12 pm RADIO ROW9 am – 12 pm NABJ AUTHORS SHOWCASE & BOOKSTORE9:30 am – 11 am INTERACTIVE SESSION VI11 am – 3 pm NABJ DAY OF SERVICE11:15 am – 12:45 pm INTERACTIVE SESSIONS VII 11:30 am – 1 pm LUNCHEON: BRINGING ISSUES FACING YOUNG KIDS TO THE FOREFRONT1 pm – 2:30 pm FILM FESTIVAL1 pm – 3 pm VISUAL TASK FORCE PHOTO AUCTION & RECEPTION 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm SPORTS JOURNALISM TASK FORCE3 pm – 4:30 pm FILM FESTIVAL6 pm – 9 pm 2013 NABJ SALUTE TO EXCELLENCE AWARD GALA*10:30 pm – 2 am 2014 KICKOFF PARTY

SUNDAY, AUGUST 4, 20138 am – 10 am NABJ GOSPEL BRUNCH10 am – 12 pm NABJ BOARD OF DIRECTOR’S MEETING

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2013 HEALTHY NABJ WORKSHOP SERIESPowered by AARP and Kaiser Permanente

HEALTHY NABJ PAVILIONPowered Chrysler Group LLCStop by the Healthy NABJ Pavilion to participate in sessions on health and health care policy and get information that will be helpful when covering these complex topics. The pavilion also off ers free health screenings to convention attendees. Also, stop by the McDonald’s Healthy Kitchen, where you can sample the restaurant’s new healthy menu items.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall A

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1

6:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.#Workout13MORNING WORKOUT Powered by McDonald’sStart your day way with some Florida sun, fresh air and a great morning workout. Billy Blanks Jr. of the First Family of Fitness will help you dance your way into shape. Location: Florida Exhibition Hall B

2:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.COVERING MENTAL HEALTH EFFECTIVELYJournalists often struggle with how to report about mental health accurately, ethically, sensitively and responsibly. Many avoid reporting about it altogether. But the media can play a powerful role in educating the public by producing stories on such issues as bullying, depression, trends in suicide rates, advances in treatment and what people can do to help those suff ering from mental illness. This presentation will provide journalists with research-based best practices for reporting about this important national health issue. Location: Sanibel 1-2 Moderator: Cindy George, Health Reporter, Houston Chronicle Presenters: Muriel Jones, Executive Director, Federation of Families of Central Florida Angelo McClain, Ph.D., CEO, National Association of Social Workers Daryl Presgraves, Director of Communications, Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network Wylie Tene, Media Relations Manager, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

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6:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.#Workout13MORNING WORKOUT Powered by McDonald’sStart your day way with some Florida sun, fresh air and a great morning workout. Billy Blanks Jr. of the First Family of Fitness will help you dance your way into shape. Location: Florida Exhibition Hall B Blanks Jr.



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7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. UNDERSTANDING THE HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACEPowered by Kaiser PermanenteOne of the key pieces of the Aff ordable Care Act was the creation of the Health Insurance Marketplace, designed to make buying health coverage easier and more aff ordable. Starting in 2014, the Marketplace will allow individuals and small businesses to compare health plans, get answers to questions, fi nd out if they are eligible for tax credits for private insurance and enroll in a health plan that meets their needs. Journalists can play a crucial role is educating their audiences about the Marketplace. Key Obama Administration offi cials will explain the Marketplace and highlight resources available to journalists.Location: Osceola B

Moderator: Touré, Host, “The Cycle,” MSNBC Presenters: Michelle Snyder, Deputy Chief Operating Offi cer, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Cheryl R. Campbell, Senior Vice President, Health and Compliance Programs and Defense Agency Programs, CGI Michael LeNoir, MD, President, National Medical Association

10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.WHAT’S KILLING US? REDUCING HEALTH DISPARITIES IN OUR COMMUNITIESThis workshop is designed for the health beat or general assignment reporter or planning editor who want to understand the reasons some illnesses have a greater impact on people of color and what can be done to help the overall health of their communities. If reporters can understand the social determinants that disproportionately aff ect communities of color and what initiatives are in place to encourage healthy habits, they will be better prepared to write powerful stories that raise awareness and educate their audiences. Location: Sanibel

Presenters: Ronald Louis Copeland, MD, Senior Vice President, National Diversity Strategy and Policy, Kaiser Permanente Fabiola Gaines, Nutritionist and President, HEBNI Nutrition Consultants Donna McCree, Ph.D., Associate Director for Health Equity, Division of HIV/AIDS, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Celeste M. Philip, MD, Interim Deputy Health Secretary, Florida Department of Health Kevin Sneed, Dean and Professor, College of Pharmacy, University of South Florida

12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT LUNCHEONTHE REAL DEAL: HOW THE HEALTH CARE LAW AFFECTS UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIESPowered by The Robert Wood Johnson FoundationMillions of uninsured Americans will be eligible for health coverage through exchanges that will be created as part of the Aff ordable Care Act. This historic law will change the national landscape of health and health care delivery. But what’s the real deal? The risks? The benefi ts? The challenges, especially the hurdles facing the medically underserved? Experts will unravel the confusing information that consumers need to navigate the new health insurance terrain. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is the nation’s largest philanthropy devoted solely to health and health care. An iPad will be awarded to a session attendee at the conclusion of the session. Lunch will be provided. Location: Osceola A



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Moderator: Linda Wright Moore, Senior Communications Offi cer, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

Presenters: Jacquie Anderson, Chief Operating Offi cer, Community Catalyst Dr. Keon L. Gilber, Assistant Professor, Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice Aletha Maybank, MD, Columnist, “Doctors Orders,” EBONY.com; Founding Member, Artemis Medical Society

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3

7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. 5K WALK/RUN*Powered by The Coca-Cola Company, Disney Parks and Kaiser PermanenteCome outside in the Florida sunshine and join other convention participants on a journey to a healthier life during NABJ’s 8th Annual 5K Walk/Run. Buses depart from the Transportation Lobby near the main entrance of the Gaylord Palms at 7a.m. and return between 1p.m. and 2p.m. Location: Disney Parks

7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.mNABJ GOLF TOURNAMENT* Powered by The Coca-Cola CompanyEach year, NABJ members and special guests gather to enjoy camaraderie with one another while enjoying a round of golf. Buses leave the Gaylord Palms Transportation Lobby starting at 7 a.m. and return between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Celebrations Golf Club, 701 Golfpark Drive, Kissimmee, Florida 34747

11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.WHY WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTERS ARE CRUCIAL WITH THE NEW HEALTH CARE LAWPowered by Planned ParenthoodThe panel will focus on the important role that women’s health care providers, including centers like Planned Parenthood, will play in meeting the health care needs of women newly insured under the Aff ordable Care Act. The panel also will discuss the range of preventive services Planned Parenthood health centers provide to African-Americans across the country, and how the new law will give African-Americans more access to health care services. Location: Tallahassee 1-2

Moderator: Rehema Ellis, NBC Nightly News

Presenters: Vanessa Cullins, MD, Vice President for External Medical Aff airs, Planned Parenthood Federation of America J. Nadine Gracia, MD, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Minority Health; Director, Offi ce of Minority Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Alexis McGill Johnson, Executive Director, The American Values Institute; Chair of the Board, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

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(Invitation Only) Featuring the ASNE Minority Leadership InstitutePowered by CQ/Roll Call and Scripps Howard

This exclusive series of workshops led by news and corporate executives will help middle managers who aspire to more senior roles gain a better sense of what it takes to be an executive editor, publisher, news director or a general manager. Participants will leave with a

better understanding of the skills and relationships it takes to land and keep those jobs. From hiring and managing to building the skills and connections needed to move up, the Executive Suite will help its participants for advancement.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31, 20132:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Welcome Session

2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Leadership: Why Now? Why You?So you think you have what it takes to lead? Are you ready to make a signifi cant impact in the journalism industry? Our panelists will discuss how they made the decision to pursue their career paths, what skills they needed to hone to make the leap, and how they benefi ted from mentors who helped them reach these positions.

3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. The Secrets of Great BossesSo you’ve gotten that promotion. Now what? Do you know how to navigate offi ce politics? Do you have the skills it takes to manage eff ectively? Can you handle the pressure to make the important decisions? This panel will dispel the myths of great leadership and let you in on the secrets of what makes a great boss and what will allow you succeed.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 20138:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Breakfast

8:30 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. The CEO Perspective: Business Basics Any Modern Manager Needs to Know Whether you are an executive editor, director or producer, there are common business basics that are the foundation for eff ective leadership and success. While it may seem complicated from where you stand, this session will break them down for you and give you invaluable insight into the minds of those at the top.

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11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. The Collaborative Leader: Identifying and Utilizing Your Most Valuable ResourcesAlthough you may be the boss, you can’t do everything on your own. If you try, you’re not only wasting valuable resources, you’re losing the game. An eff ective manager knows how to bring out the best in their employees and use them to achieve the results they want. This session will teach you how to identify the individual talents that you manage, develop them and use them in the most eff ective and productive manner.

12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lunch

1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. The Innovative Leader: Breaking New Ground with Your TeamExecutives must be able to predict the need for change and eff ectively plan how to achieve it in an instant. This session will off er not only a road map on how to be innovative and adaptable, but how to develop the ability to steer your team around sharp turns while maintaining a consistent vision in a challenging and fast-paced industry.

2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. The Motivational Leader: Performance Management and Feedback that Fuels Managing your team’s performance is much more than crunching numbers and year-end evaluation reports. Successful leaders identify and acknowledge both those who achieve the best results and those members who consistently perform well. They are able to provide constructive, useful critiques that fuel team members to achieve better results. This panel will show you how to communicate your expectations in ways that will support your team members rather than suppress.

4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Feedback from the Front LinesFeedback is not just important for leading your team because your team members are not the only ones who need to grow. Constructive feedback is imperative for eff ective leadership and your growth as a future executive. To succeed, you must know how you are doing from the prospective of your employees, your fellow managers and your bosses. In this session, you will learn how to use feedback you receive eff ectively and productively.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 20138:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. NETWORKING BREAKFAST

8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. NABJ Business MeetingLocation: Osceola C

10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Breaking Barriers to DiversityDiversity statements off er promises, but what is really being done in newsrooms across the country to achieve it? And what can you do as a manager to break down the barriers and promote a more colorful newsroom?

2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. W.E. B. DuBois Newsmaker PlenaryLosing Big J: How to Bring Ethics and Integrity Back to the Media Location: Osceola C-D

3:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Closing Session and ReceptionParticipants will be given certifi cates of completion and an opportunity to meet the panelists and sponsors.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2013 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

FUELING INSPIRATION: HOW TO WRITE MOTIVATIONAL BOOKS

This session will provide practical tips on motivational writing for potential authors. The Wealth Choice by author and lecturer Dennis Kimbro asserts that affl uence can be created. Forgiveness is explored in Let it Go by pastor and best-selling author Bishop T.D. Jakes.

Moderator: Jacquie Hood Martin, Author, Fulfi lled! The Art and Joy of Balanced Living

Panelists: Bishop T.D. Jakes, Founder/Senior Pastor, The Potter’s House of Dallas

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2013 2:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

CONVERSATION WITH CIVIL RIGHTS LEGEND SIMEON BOOKER This session is an interview with NABJ Hall of Fame inductee Simeon Booker, author of Shocking the Conscience: A Reporter’s Account of the Civil Rights Movement. Booker was the fi rst black reporter for the Washington Post and covered the 1955 murder of Emmett Till for Ebony and Jet. In 1982, he became the fi rst black journalist to win the National Press Club’s Fourth Estate Award for lifetime contributions. Booker retired in 2007 after serving as Jet’s Washington bureau chief for 48 years.

Moderator: Joy-Ann Reid, Managing Editor, TheGrio.com; Contributor, MSNBC Presenter: Simeon Booker, former Washington Bureau Chief, Jet

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 2013 10:45 a.m. - noon

YOU WROTE IT; NOW SELL ITThis panel is designed to help our attendees better understand the process of selling and marketing new books. Moderator: Dr. Sybril Bennett, Author, Innovate: Lessons from the Underground Railroad

Panelists: Wayne Dawkins, Author, Black Journalists: The NABJ Story Eric Deggans, Author, Race Baiter Touré, Author, I Would Die 4 U: Why Prince Became an Icon Karen Quinones Miller, Author, An Angry-Ass Black Woman

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 20139:30 am - 11:00 am

THE KINSEY FAMILY’S STORYPowered by DisneyJoin the Kinsey family to discuss The Kinsey Collection: Shared Treasures of Bernard and Shirley Kinsey — Where Art and History Intersect. The book features images of their national touring exhibit of authentic and rare art, artifacts, books, documents and manuscripts that tell the story of black culture. A portion of the collection will be on display in the American Pavilion of Epcot Center at Walt Disney World in Orlando, opening in late winter 2013. A bus trip to Epcot Center and 90-minute tour will be available immediately after the program.

Moderator: Sylvester Monroe, Journalist and Author

Panelists: Bernard Kinsey, Philanthropist Shirley Kinsey, Philanthropist

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*Ticketed event **Requires pre-registration

NABJ CONVENTION ID BADGES ARE NON-TRANSFERRABLEAND MUST BE WORN TO ALL FUNCTIONS FOR ENTRY.

SUNDAY, JULY 28, 201310:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.JSHOPThe NABJ High School Journalism Workshop (JSHOP) is a fi ve-day workshop for local high school students in the host city of NABJ’s annual convention. The JSHOP’s goal is to provide an enlightening, informative, hands-on and challenging introduction of the journalism profession to a multicultural mix of high school students.The workshop provides interactive learning opportunities through lectures, presentations, training and fi eld trips. The students learn journalism fundamentals for newsgathering, writing, photography, video production, radio, graphic design, editing and social media. Professional journalists, educators, and journalism college students provide mentorship and supervision.Participants leave with a portfolio of professionally developed media products including articles, photographs and video clips. The students will have a greater sense of what the journalism profession entails and a strong foundation with which to possibly pursue journalism at their high schools, in college and as a career.The program continues on Monday and Tuesday, from 9 a.m-9 p.m.; Wednesday, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and Thursday, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Location: Florida Exhibition Hall C

MONDAY, JULY 29, 20136:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.STUDENTS MULTIMEDIA PROJECTS RECEPTIONFor more than two decades, NABJ has supported its student members by off ering them an opportunity to cover our annual convention and host city as participants in the Student Multimedia Projects. This reception will give this year’s participants a chance to get to know each other and their mentors a little better in a relaxed atmosphere before the hard work of covering the convention begins.Location: Naples

TUESDAY, JULY 30, 20137:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. STUDENT MULTIMEDIA PROJECTSPowered by Dow Jones & Company, Hewlett-Packard Company, Orlando Sentinel and Southwest Airlines Recipients of NABJ student fellowships are providing daily newspaper, television and Web coverage of the convention. The fellowships cover all expenses for the college students to attend the convention. Once here, they work alongside professional journalists and journalism educators to produce content for the NABJ Monitor newspaper, NABJ TV and nabjconvention.org. The Monitor is available throughout NABJ’s convention space at the Gaylord Palms, and the broadcasts can be viewed in guest rooms.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall C

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9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. #NABJBoardMtg NABJ BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETINGLocation: St. George Meeting Room 114

5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. NABJ DAY OF SERVICE#NABJService13NABJ Feeds the HomelessJoin the NABJ Board of Directors and the Central Association of Black Journalists as they partner with the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida, the largest provider of homeless services in Central Florida, to serve dinner to those in need.Location: Center for Women and Families, 639 W. Central Blvd., Orlando, Florida 32801

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31, 20137:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. #NABJ13REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTERAttendees who pre-registered should pick up their convention materials at the Registration & Welcome Center. Those who have not registered should do so here as well. This also is the place to sign up for special events, including the NABJ Celebrity Golf Tournament and NABJ 5K Walk/Run, and buy tickets to the Salute to Excellence Awards Gala and Gospel Brunch.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall B

7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. STUDENT MULTIMEDIA PROJECTSPowered by Dow Jones & Company, Hewlett-Packard Company, Orlando Sentinel and Southwest AirlinesCollege students who received NABJ fellowships are working alongside professional journalists and journalism educators to provide daily coverage through the NABJ Monitor, NABJ TV and nabjconvention.org. The Monitor is available throughout NABJ’s convention space at the Gaylord Palms, and the broadcasts can be viewed in guest rooms.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall C

8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. #ChapterDay13CHAPTER DAY Chapter Day off ers leaders of NABJ’s professional and student chapters a chance participate in a day of training and focused leadership development. Participants will learn about fundraising and eff ective governing. The session is produced by the NABJ Council of Presidents Task Force.Location: Osceola A

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8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. #NewU13NEW U LOFT** This 2-day boot camp will help business-minded people get a good start and help existing business owners reach new heights. New U is designed to help increase the number of diverse idea-makers in media. Participants learn to where to access development capital, meet like-minded people and get personalized mentoring to support their professional growth. Assistance will be provided on a range of topics, including creating business plans, marketing, presentation, market research and analysis, networking, budgeting, and branding. There also will be a chance to compete for two $20,000 start-up seed grants.Location: St. George Meeting Room 112 Presenters: Ashley Cisneros, Co-founder, Chatter Buzz Media, Orlando William Crowder, Managing Director, DreamIt Ventures, Philadelphia Jason Frazer, CEO/Founder, Wealth Empowerment Network, Columbus, Ohio Harry Lin, Consumer Internet Executive/Startup Advisor, Pasadena Dr. Cynthia Liu, CEO/Founder, K12NewsNetwork, Pasadena, Tim Reese, Founding Partner, National Minority Angel Network, Philadelphia Kelly Virella, Founding CEO and President, Restoration Publishing, New York

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ALL DAY DEEP-DIVE LEARNING LABS**#Producers13 Producing Better Producers (Invitation Only)Powered by Cox, Meredith, NBCUniversal, Raycom and 21st Century Fox News directors always need strong line producers. This interactive workshop will put current producers through exercises that will make them better writers, managers and producers. Topics covered include creating a show rundown, crafting good scripts, making crucial editorial decisions and managing on-air and off -air staff .Location: Osceola 1-3 Moderator: Bob Butler, Reporter, KCBS Radio Presenters: Ken Jobe, News Director, WHBQ-TV Rashida Jones, News Director, WIS-TV Lori Waldon, News Director, KCRA-TV Anzio Williams, Vice President/News, NBC10 Philadelphia

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8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. #Change13SKILLSET AND MINDSET: CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOURSELFThis session features professionals who have pushed past industry setbacks to create growth opportunities by learning online, cultivating digital and life skills or forging new paths outside journalism. Join this team of experienced editors, recruiters, career advisors, leadership trainers and life coaches for straight talk, role playing and career tips.Location: Osceola 4-6 Presenters: Clif Caldwell, Clif Caldwell Communications Jackie Jones, Owner, Certifi ed Life Coach, Jones Coaching LLC Walter Middlebrook, Assistant Managing Editor, Detroit News Glenn Proctor, Founder, Training Director, REDDjobb LLC

#WordPress13GRAVATARS, PLUGINS, WIDGETS AND THEMES: THE WORDPRESS CRASH COURSE As one of the most popular blogging platforms in the world, WordPress powers more than 25 million sites, large and small, including BBC America, TechCrunch and the site of ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith. This crash course will show you how to get your blog or website off the ground. You also will learn how to make the most of this free and open source personal publishing software.Location: Naples Presenters: Ingrid Sturgis, Assistant Professor of New Media, Howard University

1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. HALF-DAY DEEP DIVE LEARNING LABS**

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. #BizMe13THE BUSINESS OF ME Whether you’re attached to a mainstream news organization or trying to make it on our own with a blog, news site or freelance business, we’re all media entrepreneurs these days. In this half-day session, you’ll learn how to brand and market yourself, pitch ideas, plus understand the basics of fi nancial and time management. You’ll also target the next steps toward advancing your career as an entrepreneur.Location: Sarasota Presenters: Mark Luckie, Manager of Journalism and News, Twitter

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1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. #DeepSocMedia13DIGGING DEEPER WITH SOCIAL MEDIA For reporters, social media sites off er a treasure trove of clues and information about people, businesses and organizations. In this session, you’ll learn new tricks and tactics for digging deep with Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other social sites. This workshop also will focus on the rapidly changing fi eld of geo-location, which enables reporters to fi nd sources in real time in specifi c places. The payoff : fresher story ideas, more relevant sources and a real-time reporting edge on deadline against the competition.Location: Miami 2-3 Presenters: Doug Haddix, Professional Director, Kiplinger Program, Ohio State University

#MMBootCamp13MULTIMEDIA BOOT CAMPStand out from the rest with solid skills and great storytelling. This one-day workshop will focus on a range of multimedia storytelling approaches. There will be three sections: Multimedia Skills Boot Camp, Mobile Media, and On Assignment. The workshop will benefi t all journalists — from beginning level to advanced. It will off er hands-on training to those interested in emerging digital news and multiplatform content.Location: Tampa 2-3

Presenters: Susan Mango Curtis, Assistant Professor, Medill School, Northwestern University Gerald Farro, Business Development North America, Adobe Val Hoeppner, Director of Education, Freedom Forum Diversity Institute Tiff any L. Williams, Owner, Twice Media Productions LLC; Multimedia Coordinator, Defender Media Group

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. REGIONAL CAUCUSES REGION I - Sarasota 3 REGION II - Tampa 3REGION III - Osceola AREGION IV - Naples 3REGION V - Tallahassee 3REGION VI - Gainesville

7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. #Disney13WELCOME RECEPTION & OPENING CEREMONY Powered by Walt Disney World Resort NABJ welcomes members, panelists, sponsors and other attendees to our 38th Annual Convention & Career Fair in sunny Central Florida with our kick-off reception and opening ceremony hosted by our partners at Disney. Join us for an evening of food, fun and connecting with friends, both old and new. Hosted by Jemele Hill, ESPN columnist and TV analyst. Buses depart from the Transportation Lobby near the main entrance of the Gaylord Palms beginning at 7:15 p.m.Location: Disney Parks

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 20136:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m. #Workout13MORNING WORKOUT Powered by McDonald’sStart your day way with some Florida sun, fresh air and a great morning workout. Billy Blanks Jr. of the First Family of Fitness will help you dance your way into shape.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall B

7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.#NABJ13REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTERAttendees who pre-registered should pick up their convention materials at the Registration & Welcome Center. Those who have not registered should do so here as well. This also is the place to sign up for special events, including the NABJ Celebrity Golf Tournament and NABJ 5K Walk/Run, and buy tickets to the Salute to Excellence Awards Gala and Gospel Brunch.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall B

7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.STUDENT MULTIMEDIA PROJECTSPowered by Dow Jones & Company, Hewlett-Packard Company, Orlando Sentinel and Southwest AirlinesSeveral college students received NABJ fellowships to attend the convention and provide daily coverage of it. They work alongside professional journalists and journalism educators to produce content for the NABJ Monitor, NABJ TV and nabjconvention.org. The Monitor is available throughout NABJ’s convention space at the Gaylord Palms, and the broadcasts can be viewed in guest rooms.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall C 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT BREAKFASTS

#Energy13ENERGIZING COMMUNITIES OF COLOR: WHY TODAY’S ENERGY SECTOR MATTERS Powered by BP and Chevron This breakfast session will off er insider perspectives from policymakers and private decision makers on issues within the oil and gas industries. Much of the emphasis today focuses on the expansion of “clean” fuels and innovations in the production of traditional fossil fuels. Expect passionate discussions on those and other energy-related topics.Location: Osceola A Moderator: Simone Sebastian, Assistant Editor, FuelFix, Houston Chronicle Media Group Presenters: Rayola Dougher, Senior Economic Adviser, American Petroleum Institute Luddy Hayden, President, Luddy Hayden and Associates Lonnie Johnson, Senior Director, Federal Relations, Exxon Mobil Corporation Frank Stewart, President Emeritus, American Association of Blacks in Energy

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DAILY SCHEDULE7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. #BreakESPN13 SPORTS MENTORSHIP BREAKFAST Powered by ESPNJoin the NABJ Sports Task Force for its annual mentorship breakfast, where aspiring journalists are paired with professionals from broadcast, print and online newsrooms.Location: Osceola B Moderator: Cari Champion, Host, ESPN2’s “First Take” Speaker: Jemele Hill, Columnist & TV Analyst, ESPN Presenters: Al Jaff e, Vice President Talent & Production Recruitment, ESPN Shemar Woods, Associate Editor, ESPNNewYork.com Ohm Youngmisuk, New York Giants Beat Writer, ESPNNewYork.com

#WFCreditTalkA CANDID TALK ABOUT MANAGING CREDITPowered by Wells FargoYour credit history is a critical factor when considering buying a home, applying for a credit card, fi nancing your education or consolidating debt. Join a panel of experts from Wells Fargo for an interactive and candid conversation over breakfast about credit. Find out how lenders view an applicant’s credit history when making lending decisions. Get tips on how to be prepared as a perspective borrower. Loan or credit approval is not impossible, especially if you take steps to prepare and arm yourself with good information.Location: Sun Ballroom D Presenters: Cerita Battle, Senior Vice President, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Carl Miller, Executive Vice President, Small Business Strategy Leader Etta W. Money, President/CEO, InCharge Debt Solutions

8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.#ExecSuite13 EXECUTIVE SUITE** (INVITATION ONLY)Featuring the ASNE Minority Leadership InstitutePowered by CQ/Roll Call and Scripps HowardTop news and corporate executives lead workshops for middle managers who aspire to land more senior roles.

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9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.#NewU13NEW U LOFT** This 2½-day boot camp will help business-minded learn how to access development capital, meet like-minded people and get personalized mentoring. There also will be a chance to compete for two $20,000 start-up seed grants.Location: St. George Meeting Room 112

NABJ CAREER FAIR & EXHIBITIONLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall A-B

HEALTHY NABJ PAVILIONPowered Chrysler Group LLCStop by the Healthy NABJ Pavilion to participate in sessions on health and health care policy and get information that will be helpful when covering these complex topics. The pavilion also off ers free health screenings to convention attendees. Also, stop by the McDonald’s Healthy Kitchen, where you can sample the restaurant’s new healthy menu items.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall A

AUTHORS SHOWCASE & BOOKSTOREPowered by News Corp/HarperCollins PublishersLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall A

CYBER CAFÉ LOUNGEPowered by Rent-A-CenterLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall A

RADIO ROWLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall

9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. NEWSMAKER PLENARY #NABJLiveNABJ LIVE! Powered by AARPSo much has happened in the past year aff ecting African-Americans that people still are talking about and news organizations still are covering. This high-energy session will delve into several of those topics — from the Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act to the Trayvon Martin case to questions about black leadership. Nothing is taboo.Location: Osceola C-D Moderator: Roland Martin Presenters: Bishop T.D. Jakes, Founder/Senior Pastor, The Potter’s House of Dallas Janis Mathis, Vice President for Legal Aff airs, Rainbow PUSH Coalition, Atlanta Kasim Reed, Mayor, City of Atlanta Rep. Alan B. Williams, Florida House of Representatives

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11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. TASK FORCE MEETINGS

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT TASK FORCELocation: Osceola 4-6

ASSOCIATES TASK FORCELocation: Tampa 3

BLACK PRESS TASK FORCE Location: Miami 1-2

BROADCAST TASK FORCELocation: Sarasota 3

BUSINESS JOURNALISM TASK FORCELocation: Sanibel 1

COPY EDITORS TASK FORCELocation: Sarasota 1-2

DIGITAL JOURNALISM TASK FORCELocation: Florida Exhibition Hall

GLOBAL JOURNALISM TASK FORCELocation: Sanibel 2-3

LGBT TASK FORCELocation: Tallahassee1-2

POLITICAL JOURNALISTS TASK FORCELocation: Tallahassee 3

PRINT TASK FORCELocation: Gainesville STUDENTS TASK FORCELocation: Naples 1-2

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12:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. LUNCH & LEARN

#Pipeline13SCHOOL-TO-PRISON PIPELINE LUNCHEONPowered by Southern Poverty Law CenterFifty years after students in Birmingham marched for their civil rights, many African-American children nationwide are in prison cells instead of classrooms. This session covers what the Southern Poverty Law Center and other organizations are doing through litigation and advocacy to address zero tolerance policies at schools and the increased presence of police in their hallways. The groups contend that these policies and practices have created a pipeline to prison. Lunch is provided.Location: Osceola A Moderator: Kristen Welker, White House Correspondent, NBC News Presenters: Phillip Agnew, Executive Director, Dream Defenders Ebony Howard, Attorney, Southern Poverty Law Center Jody Owens, Managing Attorney, Southern Poverty Law Center

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12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. INTERACTIVE SESSION I

#BizJ13BREAKING INTO BUSINESS JOURNALISM Lots of topics fuel the business journalism engine, including entrepreneurship, global economics, local business development, job creation and the stock market. A survey by the Society of American Business Editors and Writers found that 17 percent of news organizations planned to hire a business reporter this year. This is an improvement of job prospects in this fi eld. This workshop will off er tips on how journalists can move into these exciting spots.Location: Osceola 4-6 Moderator: Robert Doherty, General Manager, United States, Reuters Presenters: Shartia Brantley, Producer, CNBC Philana Patterson, Small Business Editor, The Associated Press Darren Sands, Digital Producer/Reporter, Black Enterprise Will Sutton, Director, 2013 Business Reporting Residency, Dow Jones News Fund Darius Walker, New York Bureau Chief, CNN

#BlackPress13 MEET THE BLACK PRESS: AN OVERLOOKED GEM FOR JOURNALISTS Executives and journalist who work for black media will share why the black press off ers a wealth of jobs for journalists ranging from beginners to long-time professionals. Panelists also will discuss the objectives of black-owned media and the evolution of the black press in an increasingly multicultural and digital society.Location: Miami 1-2 Moderator: Tené Croom, Veteran broadcaster and President, Tené Croom Communications Presenters: Lee Bailey, Veteran broadcaster and founder, EURweb.com Johann Calhoun, News Editor/Metro Recruiter, Philadelphia Tribune Mitzi Miller, Editor-in-Chief, Jet Magazine Richard B. Muhammad, Editor-in-Chief, Final Call Reggie Thomas, Director of Advertising, NAACP Crisis Magazine

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12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. #DataViz13TURNING SPREADSHEET DATA INTO VISUAL STORIESWith a wealth of free and accessible data and digital presentation tools, journalists can easily fi nd ways to off er audience-friendly stories on social, demographic and economic diff erences. Crunching numbers and presenting data in visual ways is a lot simpler than it once was. The Marketplace Wealth & Poverty desk has spearheaded a number of these initiatives and can help journalists fi nd ways to use data visualization software and interactive project tools to tell compelling stories.Location: Miami 1-2 Presenters: Noel King, Reporter, Wealth and Poverty Desk, Marketplace Ethan C. Lindsey, Senior Digital Editor, Marketplace

#Leadership13EVERYTHING RISES AND FALLS ON LEADERSHIP Navigating the waters of a newsroom can be perilous. Even veteran journalists are pulled under by the rip tides of technology change, added job responsibilities and diffi cult co-workers. How do executive producers, assistant news directors or news directors continue to deliver positive change, value, innovation and ratings? The answer may be summed up with one word — leadership. Learn how to add organizational value regardless of your title.Location: Sarasota 1-2 Moderator: Camille Edwards, Vice President & News Director, WABC-TV Alexander Quince, Assistant News Director, ABC 33/40 Panelists Tim Traylor, Human Resource Offi cer, WJLA-TV/Allbritton Communications Lori Waldon, News Director, KCRA 3 TV/ KQCA MY58 TV Anzio Williams, Vice President/News, NBC10 Philadelphia

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12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. #Legends13LEGENDS OF THE GAME: GRIFFEY, LANKFORD, MCGRIFF AND SHEFFIELDWhen they dominated Major League Baseball, these African-American players —13-time All-Star Ken Griff ey, Jr., nine-time All-Star Gary Sheffi eld, fi ve-time All-Star Fred McGriff and power slugger Ray Lankford — were known for their candor. Come witness more of that candor and engage in conversation with these four baseball greats, who will share their experiences and give their thoughts on the future of African-Americans in baseball. Location: Osceola B Moderator: Jemele Hill, Columnist & TV Analyst, ESPN Presenters: Ken Griff ey, Jr., Former Major League Baseball Player Raymond Lankford, Former Major League Baseball Player Fred McGriff , Former Major League Baseball Player Gary Sheffi eld, Former Major League Baseball Player

#Paid13 GETTING PAID IN 2013: WORKING WITHOUT WALLS IN THE NEW ECONOMY Many journalists and professional communicators are struggling in this era of downsizing and outsourcing. According to the Freelancers Union, one in three in the business are toiling as freelancers, temps, contractors, contingent workers and the like. More newsrooms are fi nding it easier and cheaper to use freelancers. This workshop will address areas such as needed skills, the benefi ts of entrepreneurship and getting paid as a freelancer.Location: Destin Moderator: Teresa Wiltz, Deputy Editor, Essence Magazine Presenters: Jamaal Abdul-Alim, Independent Writer Helena Andrews, Journalist and Pop Culture Critic Lauren Williams, Deputy Editor, TheRoot.com

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12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. #SocMed13BRINGING SOCIAL MEDIA SANITY AND ANALYTICS TO THE NEWSROOMSocial media has become a regular part of the newsgathering and dissemination process. But sometimes you have to demonstrate its eff ectiveness to your bosses. In this workshop, veteran social media editors and community managers will discuss what works in their newsrooms, how they quantify the results and how to select the right mix of tools. Attendees will walk away with a better understanding of tools, best practices and the most eff ective ways to collect analytics.Location: Naples 1-2 Moderator: Benét J. Wilson, Social Media/eNewsletters Editor, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Presenters: Holly Edgell, Community Editor, WCPO.com Sarah Glover, Social Media Editor, NBC10 Philadelphia Akoto Ofori-Atta, Assistant Editor & Social Media Manager, The Root.com

#Photog13PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO FOR THE NON-VISUAL JOURNALISTJust about everyone can take a picture and shoot video, but not all can do them in a way that tells a story people understand. Yet photos and video are increasingly becoming the responsibility of everyone in the newsroom. In this workshop, non-visual journalists will learn that by following common-sense photography rules, they can create publishable work. The session also will focus on composition, lighting and exposure.Location: Tampa 1-2 Presenters: Sonja Foster, Chair, NABJ Visual Task Force Mark Gail, Freelance Photojournalist Michael Leftwich, Freelance TV News Photographer

#Science10113SCIENCE JOURNALISM 101Recent discoveries at local colleges or by black scientists have largely been ignored by media outlets, including those that target black audiences. This session will help journalists learn how to develop a network of science consultants as sources and cultivate relationships with black scientists and engineers.Location: Sanibel 1-2 Presenters: Jamila Bey, Reporter, Voice of Russia Radio David Kroll, Ph.D., Director of Science Communications, Nature Research Center, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, North Carolina State University Robin Lloyd, News Editor, Scientifi c American Ivan Oransky, Executive Editor, Reuters Health

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12:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.FUELING INSPIRATION: HOW TO WRITE MOTIVATIONAL BOOKS This session will provide practical tips on motivational writing for potential authors. Panelists have all written motivational books and will discuss them at this session.Location: Osceola 1-3 Moderator: Jacquie Hood Martin, Author, Fulfi lled! The Art and Joy of Balanced Living Panelists: Merri Dee, Author, Life Lessons on Faith, Forgiveness & Grace DeVon Franklin, Author, Produced By Faith Bishop T.D. Jakes, Founder/Senior Pastor, The Potter’s House of Dallas

2:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. INTERACTIVE SESSION II

#Celeb13CELEBRITY REPORTING: YOU THINK YOU KNOW The world of entertainment and pop culture is a complicated one. Join a panel of top-tier celebrity publicists, entertainment journalists and producers as they off er a behind-the-scenes view of the real world of one of journalism’s glitziest jobs. This workshop will cover the biggest challenges, nuances, risks, as well as rewards of celebrity reporting. Location: Miami 1-2 Moderator: Nekesa Moody, Global Entertainment Editor, The Associated Press Presenters: Cassandra Butcher, Vice President of Publicity, Fox Searchlight Kelley L. Carter, Freelance Entertainment Reporter Hillary Crosley, Entertainment Reporter, Parlour Magazine Lee Hawkins, Entertainment Reporter, Wall Street Journal Gerrick Kennedy, Music Journalist, Los Angeles Times Gwendolyn Quinn, President, GQ Media Tresa Sanders, President, Tremedia Arienne Thompson, Celebrity Reporter, USA Today

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2:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. #Radio13RADIO IN THE DIGITAL ERA: IT’S MORE THAN PLAYING THE HITSOnce the most dominant form of media, radio has slipped behind television, digital and print media in terms of prestige. But journalists are making a mistake if they ignore this form of communication. There are numerous online, satellite, mobile and syndication opportunities. In this session, you’ll hear a panel of radio veterans discuss their career paths, the jobs available now and how to fi t your skills into this medium.Location: Osceola 4-6 Moderator: Marcus Osborne, Show Host/Executive Producer, “The Straight Male Friend Show” Presenters: Amani Ali, Executive Producer, “The Gloria Neal Show” Farai Chideya, Distinguished Writer in Residence, Carter Journalism Institute, New York University Troy Johnson, News Anchor, WNEW & WHUR Ava Maria Perrine, Instructor, Delaware State University Condace Pressley, Program Director, WSB AM and FM Deya Smith, Lead Producer, “Tom Joyner Morning Show;” Creator/Host, “Girlfriend FM” and “Beyond the Studio”

#MMStory13WRITING ON THE FLY: MASTERING MULTIMEDIA STORYTELLING Multimedia journalists are now charged with doing it all. The most successful can write Web copy, write a broadcast script, take photos, post to the Web, update social media, shoot video and report from the fi eld. Key to all of this is good writing. But can the need for speed lower the quality of a multimedia journalist’s writing? Journalists off er tips for writing quickly without abandoning clear, concise and masterful storytelling.Location: Tallahassee 1-2 Moderator: Christopher Nelson, Assignment Editor, NBC News Presenters: Adriana Diaz, Digital Journalist, CBS News Evan Lambert, Reporter, WKMG Local 6 Sia Nyorkor, Multimedia Journalist, KWCH-TV Derrick Rose, Anchor/Reporter, WPMI-TV

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2:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. #Classroom13MAKING YOUR WAR STORIES MEANINGFUL IN THE CLASSROOM Many professors have had careers as practitioners before entering the classroom. They may have begun lectures by saying: “Back in my day.” Although those stories might have grabbed interest, what did you really learn that could be applied to your career? On this panel, former journalists and communications professionals will share ideas for developing lectures and assignments that draw on their experience and also have relevance for students.Location: Naples 1-2 Moderator: Bonnie Newman Davis, Janice Bryant Howroyd Endowed Professor, North Carolina A&T State University Presenters: Jayme Bradford, Assistant Professor & Mass Communications Coordinator, Voorhees College Allissa Richardson, Professor, Bowie State University

#AAWomen13DOUBLE STANDARD: AFRICAN-AMERICAN WOMEN IN SPORTS MEDIAThe numbers of women in the sports journalism industry are small and they are even smaller for African-American women. African-American women working in front of the camera and behind the scenes will discuss their career paths and experiences in sports media. They’ll relay that being a double minority in a competitive fi eld may not be easy, but it’s not impossible either.Location: Sarasota 1-2 Moderator: LaChina Robinson, Basketball Analyst & Reporter Presenters: Tara August, Senior Director of Talent Services, Turner Sports Aiyanna Cristal, Sports Reporter, WPLG-TV, Miami Shannon Owens, Sports Columnist, Orlando Sentinel Nischelle Turner, Sports & Entertainment Reporter, CNN/HLN Monique Walker-Jones, Sports Content Editor, Baltimore Sun

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2:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. #Education13HOW EDUCATION REFORMS CAN HELP OR HURT STUDENTS Powered by Black Alliance for Educational OptionsJoin this critical discussion about how public school children, particularly African-Americans, are aff ected today and in the future by education reforms. Learn more about Common Core, vouchers, charter schools, blended learning, opportunity scholarships and other attempts to change the way millions of students get their educations. This will be a spirited discussion on the pros and cons of these eff orts.Location: Osceola 1-3 Moderator: Roland Martin, Host, “Washington Watch With Roland Martin” Presenter: Tim King, Founder, President and CEO of Urban Prep Academies Dr. Howard Fuller, Founder & Board Chair, Black Alliance for Educational Options

#Ethics13ETHICS ON DEADLINE: ASSESSING SPEED VS. ACCURACY It’s critical to pause and make tough, ethical decisions during the fast-paced, competitive 24-hour news and blogging cycle. This panel will examine the consideration given to journalistic values — solid reporting and fact-checking — when assessing the impact of speed during deadline reporting.Location: Tampa 1-2 Presenter: Kenny Irby, Director of Community Relations & Diversity Programs, Poynter Institute

THE AFRICA CHANNEL: A FIGHT TO DELIVER OUR MESSAGE BY ANY DIGITAL MEANS NECESSARYPowered by The Africa ChannelBlack media are disappearing quickly as they continue to lose audiences to growing digital competitors and struggle to get a footing in the new paradigm. The Africa Channel, the only network devoted exclusively to showing positive modern images of Africa and the Diaspora, is traversing these changes every day as it strives to reach every Black household. Panelists will share strategies and insights from The Africa Channel’s journey in an attempt to help session attendees take control of their businesses and personal brands by embracing digital media.Location: Destin Presenters: James Andrews, Founder/CEO, Social People Melva Benoit, President, Goff ney-Benoit Research Consulting Alma Derricks, Director, Media & Entertainment Customer Strategy, Deloitte Consulting Lee Gaither, General Manger/ Executive Vice President, The Africa Channel

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2:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. CONVERSATION WITH CIVIL RIGHTS LEGEND SIMEON BOOKER This session is an interview with NABJ Hall of Fame inductee Simeon Booker, author of Shocking the Conscience: A Reporter’s Account of the Civil Rights Movement. Booker was the fi rst black reporter for the Washington Post and covered the 1955 murder of Emmett Till for Ebony and Jet. In 1982, he became the fi rst black journalist to win the National Press Club’s Fourth Estate Award for lifetime contributions. Booker retired in 2007 after serving as Jet’s Washington bureau chief for 48 years.Location: Gainesville Moderator: Joy-Ann Reid, Managing Editor, TheGrio.com; Contributor, MSNBC Presenter: Simeon Booker, former Washington Bureau Chief, Jet Magazine

COVERING MENTAL HEALTH EFFECTIVELYJournalists often struggle with how to report about mental health accurately, ethically, sensitively and responsibly. Many avoid reporting about it altogether. But the media can play a powerful role in educating the public by producing stories on such issues as bullying, depression, trends in suicide rates, advances in treatment and what people can do to help those suff ering from mental illness. This presentation will provide journalists with research-based best practices for reporting about this important national health issue. Location: Sanibel 1-2 Moderator: Cindy George, Health Reporter, Houston Chronicle Presenters: Muriel Jones, Executive Director, Federation of Families of Central Florida Angelo McClain, Ph.D., CEO, National Association of Social Workers Daryl Presgraves, Director of Communications, Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network Wylie Tene, Media Relations Manager, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

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4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. INTERACTIVE SESSION III

#Solo13GOING SOLO: THE JOYS AND PAINS OF INDEPENDENT PR CONSULTING This session with freelancers and consultants will give an inside look at the rewards and challenges of building a successful freelance career in public relations. The benefi ts of working on your own are signifi cant, but so are the workload and responsibilities, especially if you’re inexperienced. Learn steps for starting, maintaining and growing a practice. Panelists also will discuss how to fi nd and secure clients, negotiate rates and manage resources.Location: Sanibel Presenters: Kelley Chunn, Principal, Kelley Chunn & Associates Arnesa Howell, Freelance Writer Dawn Roberts, Managing Partner, KD Communications Julie Walker, Freelance Writer

#SocMedJobs13SOCIAL MEDIA JOBS: THE NEXT FRONTIERThe numbers of traditional media jobs are shrinking, but opportunities in social media are exploding. From social media editor in a newsroom to communications manager at Tumblr, the opportunities are boundless. This workshop will highlight these social media positions, the skills to get them and why journalists should consider this emerging fi eld.Location: Naples 1-2 Presenters: Kari Cobham, Social Media Director, WFTV Channel 9 Sarah Glover, Social Media Editor, NBC10 Philadelphia Neal Mann, Multimedia Editor, Wall Street Journal Sherri Williams, Adjunct Professor/Social Media Editor, Syracuse University

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4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. #BlackMedia13LIFE IMITATES ART: DEFINING BLACK MEDIA ROLES Powered by NBCUniversal This session charts the portrayal of black executives in fi lm and television and the importance of those depictions in countering negative imagery. Panelists will explore the eff ects of TV programs such as “The Cosby Show,” as well as fi lms such as “The Best Man” and its sequel. Discussion also will touch on MSNBC’s diverse slate of anchors and contributors.Location: Osceola A Presenters: Taye Diggs, “The Best Man,” “The Best Man Holiday” Tamron Hall, Host, “NewsNation,” MSNBC Malcolm D. Lee, Writer/Director/Producer, “The Best Man Holiday” Nia Long, “The Best Man,” “The Best Man Holiday” Yvette Miley, Senior Vice President and Executive Editor, MSNBC Joy-Ann Reid, Managing Editor, TheGrio.com; MSNBC Contributor Goldie Taylor, Social Critic & Political Contributor, MSNBC Touré, Host, “The Cycle,” MSNBC Chris Witherspoon, Associate Editor, TheGrio.com; Entertainment Analyst, MSNBC

#Enviro13THE ENVIRONMENT: IS IT A BLACK ISSUE? Powered by Toyota Hazards such as air pollution and water contamination tend to aff ect black neighborhoods more often than other communities. The Center for American Progress reports more than 71 percent of African-Americans live in areas that fail to meet at least one of the government’s air quality standards. With environmental dangers aff ecting black communities at disproportionate rates, this session will explore programs off ering culturally relevant solutions and ways journalists can educate and drive change.Location: Miami 1-2 Moderator: Terrell Brown, Correspondent, CBS News Presenters: Jamal Ali, Author, Black and Green: Black Insights for the Green Movement Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins, CEO, Green for All Zakiya Harris, Co-founder of Earthseed Consulting Chandra Taylor Smith, Ph.D., Vice President for Community Education and Conservation, National Audubon Society

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4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. #Fashion13FROM THE BLOGS TO THE RUNWAY: FASHION REPORTING IN THE 21ST CENTURY A few years ago, there were limited options for journalists wanting to cover fashion. Now, with the explosion of fashion sites and street-style blogs, it’s easier to become a self-made fashion star. But what does it take to make it as a fashion journalist today? Can a writer take a blog and parlay it into serious journalism? Industry insiders will cover how they broke into the fashion beat and what others can do to move ahead.Location: Tallahassee 1-2 Moderator: Celia Smith, Fashion Editor, Essence.com Presenters: Nichelle Gainer, Journalist, InStyle, Glamour, Woman’s Day & Newsweek.com; Creator, Vintage Black Glamour Nana Brew Hammond, Author and Style Editor, Bluefl y.com Julee Wilson, Fashion & Style Editor, Huffi ngton Post Black Voices

#SJI13BREAKING GROUND: THE STORY OF THE SPORTS JOURNALISM INSTITUTE Powered by ESPNThis year, the Sports Journalism Institute celebrates 20 years of existence. The program prepares college students for careers in the highly competitive sports journalism industry. This session will study the impact of the program and how it has created a platform for new voices in sports journalism. Location: Osceola 4-6 Moderator: Leon Carter, Vice President, ESPN; Cofounder, Sports Journalism Institute Jonathan Abrams, Writer, Grantland.com Sherlon Christie, Reporter, Asbury Park Press Shannon Owens, Columnist, Orlando Sentinel Ohm Youngmisuk, New York Giants Beat Writer, ESPNNewYork.com

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4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. #TechTools13TAKING FULL ADVANTAGE OF TECHNOLOGY IN THE JOURNALISM TOOLBOXThis interactive panel will showcase the latest in technology tools and apps for reporters. It will also explain the best ways for content producers to use digital tools and help spark ideas for other creative ways to use them. Come armed with smartphones, tablets and laptops.Location: Tampa 1-2 Moderator: Kiratiana Freelon, Principal, Eunique Enterprises Presenters: Adena Andrews, Digital Sports Columnist Dr. Sybril Bennett, Professor of Journalism, Belmont University

4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. #NABJVotes13NABJ CANDIDATES FORUMCome listen to the candidates for NABJ Board positions discuss their plans for the organization’s future. Location: Sarasota 1-3

FILM FESTIVAL“American Promise”Powered by American Documentary/POVIn 1999, fi lmmakers Michèle Stephenson and Joe Brewster turned the cameras on two families — including their own — while preparing their sons for academic success. As they navigated the education system, they saw their sons’ futures would be riddled with extra hurdles: they would be twice as likely as their white counterparts to be held back in school, three times as likely to be suspended and half as likely to graduate college. This fi lm chronicles the journeys of parents fi ercely committed to defying the odds.Location: Osceola A

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. RECEPTIONS

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GANNETT (Private Reception)Location: Sun Ballroom 4-6 DIGITAL JOURNALISM TASK FORCE (Private)Powered by Gannett MEDILL SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM (This is a private event open to Medill Alumni, Employer and Friends))Location: Gainesville

NEWS CORPLocation: Tallahassee 1-2 PRUDENTIAL FINANCIAL INC.Location: Naples SPORTS JOURNALISM INSTITUTEPowered by ESPN Location: Sarasota

YOUNG BLACK JOURNALISTSLocation: Sanibel



6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.NABJ FILM FESTIVAL “BEING MARY JANE”Powered by BET

Join BET for hors d’oeuvres, a screening of “Being Mary Jane,” and a discussion of the movie with Executive Producer Mara Brock Akil, as well as real-life news anchors as they talk about how they relate with the fi lm. The BET original movie stars Gabrielle Union as Mary Jane Paul, who seemingly has it all as a beautiful and successful TV news anchor. In reality, she’s a self-suffi cient powerhouse with a lackluster love life who remains devoted to a family that doesn’t share her motivation. How far is she willing to go to fi nd the puzzle pieces that she — and society — insists are missing from her life? Intense drama and unforgettable moments unfold as Mary Jane juggles her life, her relationships, her work and her commitments to her family.Location: Osceola A

7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.HIS & HERS LIVE PODCAST (invite only)Powered by ESPN ESPN hosts Michael Smith and Jemele Hill will record one of their hit podcasts “His & Hers” live in front of an NABJ audience of convention attendees. Listen in on the conversation and then fi nd out how to take your podcast to the next level.Location: Osceola 4-6

8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. COCKTAILS & CONVERSATIONS

INSIDE ESPNPowered by ESPN Pulse Learn about new career opportunities at ESPN while mingling with current and potential employees. PULSE (People United to Lead Serve and Excel) is one of nine employee resource groups at ESPN. PULSE’s mission is to recruit, mentor, promote and retain African-American employees across ESPN Inc. Pulse works to pursue innovative business opportunities, develop more effi cient operations and build momentum behind the ESPN brand among African-American communities.Location: Osceola 4-6

MAKEUP & MARTINISPowered by CBS NewsMakeup artist Patrece Williams will give feedback and tips on how to look your best on and off camera. Williams has been in the business of fashion and beauty for more than 10 years. Her work can be seen nationally on “CBS This Morning,” where she is one of the key makeup artists.Location: Osceola 1-3

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9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION (INVITATION ONLY)Powered by Al Jazeera America, Rémy MartinHosted by Jovita Moore, WSB-TV

10:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.STUDENTS’ PARTYHere’s the perfect time for student journalists and young professionals to meet in a comfortable social setting. Join the NABJ Emerging Journalist of the Year, NABJ Student Journalist of the Year and NABJ Student Representative of the Year for an exclusive evening reserved for networking. Students who have graduated and professionals who have accepted new positions during the past year will be recognized. Refreshments will be provided. Location: Sanibel

ORLANDO NIGHTS: CASINO, CELEBRITIES AND A CAUSEPowered by Bright House Networks Local Programming Group, Pepsi, Visit Orlando, WESH-TV/WKCF-TVJoin the Central Florida Association of Black Journalists for a night of games, prizes and music. Try your hand at blackjack, poker, roulette and craps. Roll the dice with celebrity dealers including Roland Martin, Jemele Hill, Richelle Carey, hip hop legend MC Serch and others. A portion of the proceeds benefi t the host chapter’s scholarship fund. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door.Osceola Ballroom B

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 20136:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m. MORNING WORKOUT Powered by McDonald’sStart your day way with some Florida sun, fresh air and a great morning workout. Billy Blanks Jr. of the First Family of Fitness will help you dance your way into shape.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall B

7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTERAttendees who are pre-registered, should pick up their convention materials at the Registration & Welcome Center. Others may register here on-site. This also is the place to sign up for special events, including the NABJ Celebrity Golf Tournament and NABJ 5K Walk/Run, and buy tickets to the Salute to Excellence Awards Gala and Gospel Brunch.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall B

STUDENT MULTIMEDIA PROJECTSPowered by Dow Jones & Company, Hewlett-Packard Company, Orlando Sentinel and Southwest AirlinesCollege students work alongside professional journalists and journalism educators to produce coverage of the convention for the NABJ Monitor, NABJ TV and nabjconvention.org. Florida Exhibition Hall C

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7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT BREAKFASTS

CULTIVATING PERSONAL WEALTHPowered by Prudential Financial, Inc.This breakfast seminar brings together personal fi nance and business journalists, fi nancial advisors and executives from Prudential for an in-depth discussion about wealth building and retirement planning strategies. Learn how to better build your portfolio to withstand risks. Seminar leaders will share tips and strategies for covering the issues and achieving personal fi nancial success.Location: Osceola A Moderator: Sharon Epperson, Senior Commodities and Personal Finance Correspondent, CNBC Presenters: Michael Davis, Senior Vice President, Stable Value, Prudential Retirement Ivory Johnson, Founder, Delancey Wealth Management LLC; Blogger, CNBC Valerie Coleman Morris, Author and Personal Finance Expert Michelle Singletary, Personal Finance Columnist, Washington Post LaToya Smith, Multimedia Content Producer/Personal Finance, BlackEnterprise.com

UNDERSTANDING THE HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACEPowered by Kaiser PermanenteOne of the key pieces of the Aff ordable Care Act was the creation of the Health Insurance Marketplace, designed to make buying health coverage easier and more aff ordable. Starting in 2014, the Marketplace will allow individuals and small businesses to compare health plans, get answers to questions, fi nd out if they are eligible for tax credits for private insurance and enroll in a health plan that meets their needs. Journalists can play a crucial role is educating their audiences about the Marketplace. Key Obama Administration offi cials will explain the Marketplace and highlight resources available to journalists.Location: Osceola B

Moderator: Touré, Host, “The Cycle,” MSNBC

Presenters: Michelle Snyder, Deputy Chief Operating Offi cer, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Cheryl R. Campbell, Senior Vice President, Health and Compliance Programs and Defense Agency Programs, CGI Michael LeNoir, MD, President, National Medical Association

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8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. #ExecSuite13EXECUTIVE SUITE** (INVITATION ONLY)Featuring the ASNE Minority Leadership InstitutePowered by CQ/Roll Call and Scripps HowardTop news and corporate executives lead workshops for middle managers who aspire to land more senior roles.

8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. #NABJBizNABJ BUSINESS MEETING Location: Osceola C

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CAREER FAIR & EXHIBITIONLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall A

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.HEALTHY NABJ PAVILIONPowered Chrysler Group LLCStop by the Healthy NABJ Pavilion to participate in sessions on health and health care policy and get information that will help you cover these complex topics. The pavilion also off ers free health screenings to convention attendees. Also, stop by the McDonald’s Healthy Kitchen, where you can sample the restaurant’s new healthy menu items.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall A

AUTHORS SHOWCASE & BOOKSTOREPowered by News Corp/HarperCollins PublishersLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall A

CYBER CAFÉ LOUNGEPowered by Rent-A-CenterLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall A

RADIO ROWLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall A

NABJ ELECTIONS BALLOTINGLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall B

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10:45 a.m. - noon INTERACTIVE SESSION IV#Rookie13The Rookie Journal As the journalism industry evolves, many students and recent graduates have not been fully exposed to the tools that can prepare them for this changing landscape. Working journalists presenting in this crash course will share advice and accounts of their experiences with young journalists, and will discuss what has worked for them.Location: Osceola 1-3 Presenters: Georgia Dawkins, Senior Producer, KSLA-TV Kirstin Garriss, Reporter, WHAG-TV Treye Green, Reporter, International Business Times

#LGBT13PRO LGBT IN PRO SPORTS: NAVIGATING THE FIELD AND THE NEWSROOMA growing number of pro athletes are joining the fi ght for LGBT equality. This session will explore the role reporters play in elevating LGBT athletes. Whether the issue is bullying or support of an athlete who comes out, is LGBT advocacy a distraction or a key part of the sports news cycle? This panel of sports journalists, athletes, and advocates will address the media’s role in reporting on these issues. Location: Osceola 4-6

Moderator: Michael Arceneaux, Contributor, EBONY.com and TheGrio.com Presenters: Kye Allums, Transgender Advocate; Former Basketball Player, George Washington University Wade Davis, Former Football Player, NFL Roxanne Jones, Founding Editor, “ESPN The Magazine;” Former Vice President, ESPN

#Tech13REPORTING ON TECHNOLOGY WITH AUTHORITY, NOT HYPE This session will help journalists interested in covering technology learn how to stay focused as they report on innovation, civic data initiatives, angel investments and failures. Panelists discuss how to cover technology without undue hype or overly dramatic reporting on failures.Location: Tallahassee 1-2 Moderator: Retha Hill, Executive Director, Digital Media Entrepreneurship Lab, Cronkite School of Journalism, Arizona State University Presenters: Mike Green, Founder, Saving America’s Black Boys National Campaign and Solutions Summit; Co-Founder, The America21 Project Mark Luckie, Manager of Journalism and News, Twitter

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10:45 a.m. - noon #Crossing13CROSSING THE LINE: FROM JOURNALISM TO PR Many journalists are leaving the newsroom for public relations or communications. If you’re weighing a transition, you should know it takes more than writing a punchy press release or successfully pitching a story. Session attendees will hear proven strategies on landing and keeping that fi rst job and surviving in a competitive environment. There also will be discussion about corporate and agency public relations as well as going out on your own.Location: Naples 1-2 Presenters: Terry Allen, CEO, 1016 Media Deirdre C. Hopkins, Strategic Communications Manager, Pennsylvania Convention Center Authority Ava Maria Perrine, Instructor, Delaware State University Maria Roberts Pitt, Written Word Communications Marc Willis, Public Aff airs Specialist, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

#LiveShot13THE ART OF THE LIVE SHOT TV news reporters face pressure to make their live shots compelling, concise and relevant to viewers. This interactive workshop will demonstrate how to pull this off . It will address issues such as how to walk and talk without distracting the viewer and how to handle disruptions. Veterans, mid-career, and beginning journalists can benefi t from this discussion. Panelists will give feedback to audience members who bring copies of their live shots.Location: Tallahassee 3 Presenters: Mary Benton, TV New Reporter, KPRC TV Local 2 Isiah Cary, News Reporter, KRIV -TV Derricke Dennis, Correspondent, WCBS 2 News Rashida Jones, News Director, WIS-TV Mara Schiavocampo, Anchor, NBCUniversal

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10:45 a.m. - noon #IntlBeat13LANDING AN INTERNATIONAL REPORTING ASSIGNMENTDESPITE BUDGET CUTS Although citizens worldwide are more intensely than ever aff ected by international issues, newsrooms continue to scale back on world coverage and close overseas bureaus. Panelists will off er practical advice on landing one of the increasingly competitive international fellowships or global reporting assignments.Location: Destin Presenters: Erika Beras, Reporter and Producer, 90.5 Essential Public Radio Nicole Carr, Reporter, WTVD ABC 11 Samson Desta, Senior Director of coverage, CNN International Calvin Sims, Program Offi cer, Journalism Program, Ford Foundation Lyndsey Wajert, Program Offi cer, International Center for Journalists Teresa Wiltz, Deputy Editor News, Essence

#NABJFoundersNABJ HISTORY: FROM THE PIONEERS WHO CREATED IT NABJ founders engage new members and other convention attendees in an informational back-and-forth discussion about the history of the organization. They will share thoughts on the meeting that took place in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 12, 1975, when 44 journalists founded the organization, and off er stories about the pioneers’ early trials and tribulations.Location: Sarasota 1-2

#BigStory13COVERING BIG EVENTS: GETTING ON THE TEAM AND GETTING THE BEST STORIES Planning for major events such as elections, the Olympics, the inauguration, the Super Bowl and the World Series begins very early. News organizations hold monthly planning meetings, conduct site walk-throughs and apply for credentials ahead of time. Explore what to do to get on the team where the action happens and how to deliver the best stories and images once there. Writers, visual journalists, editors and managers will share what it takes to deliver.Location: Tampa 1- 2 Presenters: Boyzell Hosey, Director of Photography, Tampa Bay Times Danese Kenon, Multimedia Photojournalist, Indianapolis Star Evan Perez, Justice Department Reporter, Wall Street Journal

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10:45 a.m. - noon #TalkHeads13TALKING HEADS 2.0 It’s no longer enough to be a capable reporter. Today’s journalist must be ready to serve as an expert and provide perspective, analysis and commentary on his or her work to the public via local and national media outlets. The problem is, many print and online journalists have never learned how to give good interviews for a broadcast audience. This session will off er tips on communicating eff ectively for specialty journalists who are now wading into the world of radio and television interviews.Location: Gainesville Moderator: Kelley L. Carter, Freelance Entertainment Journalist Presenters: Lola Ogunnaike, Entertainment Reporter Gerrick Kennedy, Music Journalist, Los Angeles Times Jemele Hill, Columnist & TV Analyst, ESPN Michael Smith, Host, “Numbers Never Lie,” ESPN

WHAT’S KILLING US? REDUCING HEALTH DISPARITIES IN OUR COMMUNITIESThis workshop is designed for the health beat or general assignment reporter or planning editor who wants to understand the reasons some illnesses have a greater impact on people of color and what can be done to help the overall health of their communities. If reporters can understand the social determinants that disproportionately aff ect communities of color and what initiatives are in place to encourage healthy habits, they will be better prepared to write powerful stories that raise awareness and educate their audiences. Location: Sanibel Presenters: Ronald Louis Copeland, MD, Senior Vice President, National Diversity Strategy and Policy, Kaiser Permanente Fabiola Gaines, Nutritionist and President, HEBNI Nutrition Consultants Donna McCree, Ph.D., Associate Director for Health Equity, Division of HIV/AIDS, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Celeste M. Philip, MD, Interim Deputy Health Secretary, Florida Department of Health Kevin Sneed, Dean and Professor, College of Pharmacy, University of South Florida

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10:45 a.m. - noon YOU WROTE IT; NOW SELL IT This panel is designed to help our attendees better understand the process of selling and marketing new books. Location: Miami 1-2 Moderator: Dr. Sybril Bennett, Author, Innovate: Lessons from the Underground Railroad Presenters: Wayne Dawkins, Author, City Son: Andrew W. Cooper’s Impact on Modern Day Brooklyn Eric Deggans, Author, Race Baiter Jason Mott, Author, The Returned Tracy Sherrod, Editorial Director, Amistad Publishing Touré, Author, I Would Die 4 U: Why Prince Became an Icon

12:15 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. LUNCH & LEARN SESSIONS

HEALTHY NABJ LUNCHEONTHE REAL DEAL: HOW THE HEALTH CARE LAW AFFECTS UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIESPowered by The Robert Wood Johnson FoundationMillions of uninsured Americans will be eligible for health coverage through exchanges that will be created as part of the Aff ordable Care Act. This historic law will change the national landscape of health and health care delivery. But what are the risks? The benefi ts? The challenges, especially the hurdles facing the medically underserved? Experts will unravel the confusing information that consumers need to navigate the new health insurance terrain. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is the nation’s largest philanthropy devoted solely to health and health care. An iPad will be awarded to a session attendee at the conclusion of the session. Lunch will be provided.Location: Osceola A Moderator: Linda Wright Moore, Senior Communications Offi cer, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Presenters: Jacquie Anderson, Chief Operating Offi cer, Community Catalyst Dr. Keon L. Gilber, Assistant Professor, Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice Aletha Maybank, MD, Columnist, “Doctors Orders,” Ebony.com; Founding Member, Artemis Medical Society

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2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.W.E.B. DUBOIS NEWSMAKER PLENARY#BigJ13LOSING BIG J: HOW TO BRING ETHICS AND INTEGRITY BACK TO THE MEDIAPowered by AARPWith high-profi le blunders in coverage of the Boston Marathon explosion and the Supreme Court ruling on the health care law and with numerous other errors frequently cropping up in editorial content, does the journalism industry still command the trust of news consumers? Panelists will have a frank discussion on how to bring ethics and integrity back to the news media.Location: Osceola C-D Moderator: Randall Pinkston, Retired Correspondent, CBS News Panelists: Callie Crossley, Host, “Under the Radar,” WGBH Radio Boston; Media Critic and TV Commentator Eric Deggans, TV/Media Critic, Tampa Bay Times Melanie Eversley, Reporter, Breaking News Desk, USA Today Wesley Lowery, Reporter, Boston Globe Richard Prince, Columnist, Maynard Institute for Journalism Education Mara Schiavocampo, Anchor, NBCUniversal

3:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. INTERACTIVE SESSION V #GoodBad13

HOW GOOD JOURNALISTS CAN SURVIVE A BAD PUBLIC MISTAKE It only takes a slip of the tongue, a hastily written tweet or a poorly worded joke for a journalist to lose years of hard-won credibility. But one mistake doesn’t have to mean the end of a career. Learn how to survive public controversy from some of the nation’s best journalists, some of whom have overcome serious missteps. Learn how to tread carefully with social media and email with proven techniques. Find out when to apologize, stick to your guns, stay silent or defend yourself.Location: Osceola 1-3 Presenters: Jesse J. Holland, Supreme Court Reporter, The Associated Press Rhonda Lee, Former TV meteorologist, Shreveport, Louisiana Roland Martin, Host, “Washington Watch With Roland Martin” Gwen McKinney, Owner, McKinney and Associates Joe Williams, Former White House Correspondent, Politico

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3:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. #ObamaAdmin13SENIOR POLICY OFFICIALS: OBAMA ADMINISTRATION INSIDERSDon’t waste valuable deadline time searching for someone to give you an offi cial response or quote for your White House or political story. At this session, you will meet top administration press offi cials and hear directly from them on current and looming issues.Location: Osceola 4-6 Moderator: Kevin Lewis, Director of African-American Media, The White House

#1stJob13FROM INTERN TO STAFFER: ESTABLISHING YOURSELF AS A PROFESSIONAL Media veterans discuss the ups and downs they encountered on their fi rst jobs. They will share the lessons they learned and the information they wish they’d picked up in school. Attendees will leave with tips on understanding contracts, offi ce protocol, warding off professional bullying and identifying opportunities for forward movement without stepping on toes.Location: Tallahassee 1-2 Presenters: Michael Feeney, Reporter, New York Daily News John Ketchum, Assistant Producer, American Public Media/“Marketplace” Brittany Noble, Reporter/Anchor, WEYI-TV Monica Richardson, Managing Editor, Atlanta Journal-Constitution

#MoJo13MUST HAVES FOR MOBILE JOURNALISM Building a mobile journalism operation can cost $1,000 or less. In this session, you’ll learn about the best equipment and apps for journalists. You’ll also learn how to shoot, edit and fi le using an iPad, iPod Touch or iPhone. Bring your own device for this interactive, fast-paced workshop. Location: Destin Presenters: Amani Channel, Senior Digital Producer, KEF Media; Co-Founder, Web Video Chefs Allissa Richardson, Emerging Media & Tech Professor, Bowie State University

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3:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. #Forgotten13BRINGING THE FORGOTTEN AMERICAS TO THE FOREFRONT Powered by General Motors CompanyThis session explores how coverage of the Americans largely ignores Latin America and the Caribbean unless there are disasters or missing Americans. Correspondents who document the Americas will discuss how to cover international stories within and outside the U.S. This workshop also will highlight the work of journalists who carry this large torch and point reporters and editors to programs that can help them break into international reporting. Participants are invited to a reception immediately following.Location: Sarasota 1-2 Moderator: Jacqueline Charles, Caribbean Correspondent, Miami Herald Presenters: Randy Archibold, Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Bureau Chief, New York Times Lucia Newman, Latin America Editor, Al Jazeera America DeWayne Wickham, NABJ Founder; Columnist, USA Today; Dean, School of Global Journalism & Communication, Morgan State University John Yearwood, World Editor, Miami Herald

#PowerProd13FROM LOCAL NEWS TO THE NETWORK: MOVING UP AS A TV PRODUCER This workshop off ers a realistic look at what it takes to become a network news producer. Hear from respected producers who have excelled in the high-stakes world of network news. Learn which skills are transferable and what new skills are needed. Panelists also will discuss how to climb the ladder while telling great stories, conquering challenges and seizing opportunities. Location: Tampa 1-2 Moderator: Craig Robinson, Executive Vice President, Chief Diversity Offi cer, NBCUniversal Presenters: Kia Baskerville, Washington Bureau Producer, CBS News Valerie Butler, Executive Producer, HLN Ken Strickland, Vice President/Washington Bureau Chief, NBC News Anzio Williams, Vice President/News, NBC10 Philadelphia Corey Yow, Segment Producer, MSNBC

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3:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. #BrandYou13THE BRANDING OF YOUIn this age of social media and constant competition for the public’s attention, you’ve got to work hard to build and manage your identity and sell the best of who you are. If you’re not strategically networking, you’re already behind. This session will help you walk away with a game plan with action steps. Each attending participant will join a branding group online and receive a free three-month follow-up consultation. Please bring Web-accessible devices such as a smartphone, tablet or laptop.Location: Naples1-2 Presenters: Will Sutton, Acting Director, Public Relations & Communications, Grambling State University Paula Madison, CEO, Madison Media Management LLC Herb Lowe, Professional in Residence, Diederich College of Communication, Marquette University Dottie Belletto, CEO, New Orleans Convention Company

#JSchools13GETTING INTO GRAD SCHOOL Representatives from some of the top journalism schools in the country give students interested in pursuing a graduate degree in journalism the opportunity to hear about each school’s programs and admission process and ask questions of admission representatives.Location: Gainesville

Presenters: Julie Collins, Medill, Northwestern University Pam Gleason, UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism Allyson Hill, USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism Christine Souders, Columbia Journalism School

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. SPORTS PIONEER AWARDS CEREMONYLocation: Osceola A

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JOURNALISM EDUCATOR FELLOWSHIPLocation: Sanibel 1-2

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HOWARD UNIVERSITYLocation: Tallahassee 3

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7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. ELECTIONS RESULTS PRESS CONFERENCE Location: Press Room, Daytona 2 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. FOUNDERS RECEPTION (INVITATION ONLY)Powered by General Motors Company, Nielsen Group and U.S. Virgin IslandsLocation: St. Augustine Atrium

8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT TASK FORCE RECEPTIONPowered by Toyota AvalonCelebrate with the A&E Task Force as members toast Eric Deggans as its 2013 Legacy Award winner. The evening begins with screenings of snippets of two must-see new fi lms: “Baggage Claim” and “Black Nativity.” Invited guests include Boris Kodjoe, Paula Patton, Angela Bassett and Jennifer Hudson. They will discuss their roles in these fi lms and take a few questions from the audience. After the panel discussion there will be networking, light fare, and cocktails.Rémy Martin will provide a celebrity drink.Location: Osceola B

11:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. SPORTS TASK FORCE JAMHouse of Blues, 2901 Osceola Parkway, Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 20137:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. STUDENT MULTIMEDIA PROJECTSPowered by Dow Jones & Company, Hewlett-Packard Company, Orlando Sentinel and Southwest AirlinesCollege students who won NABJ fellowships are covering the convention each day.Florida Exhibition Hall C

7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. 5K WALK/RUN*Powered by The Coca-Cola Company, Disney Parks and Kaiser PermanenteCome outside in the Florida sunshine and join other convention participants on a journey to a healthier life during NABJ’s 8th Annual 5K Walk/Run. Buses depart from the Transportation Lobby near the main entrance of the Gaylord Palms at 7a.m. and return between 1p.m. and 2 p.m.Location: Disney Parks

7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. NABJ GOLF TOURNAMENT* Powered by The Coca-Cola CompanyEach year, NABJ members and special guests gather to enjoy camaraderie with one another while enjoying a round of golf. Transportation provided. Buses leave the Gaylord Palms Transportation Lobby starting at 7 a.m. and return between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Celebrations Golf Club, 701 Golfpark Drive, Kissimmee, Florida 34747

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8:00 a.m. - noonREGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTERAttendees who are pre-registered, should pick up their convention materials at the Registration & Welcome Center. Others may register here on-site. This also is the place to sign up for special events, including the NABJ Celebrity Golf Tournament and NABJ 5K Walk/Run, and buy tickets to the Salute to Excellence Awards Gala and Gospel Brunch.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall B

9:00 a.m. - noon CAREER FAIR & EXHIBITIONLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall A

9:00 a.m. - noon HEALTHY NABJ PAVILIONPowered Chrysler Group LLCStop by the Healthy NABJ Pavilion to participate in sessions on health and health care policy and get information that will be helpful when covering these complex topics. The pavilion also off ers free health screenings to convention attendees. Also, stop by the McDonald’s Healthy Kitchen, where you can sample the restaurant’s new healthy menu items.Location: Florida Exhibition Hall A

AUTHORS SHOWCASE & BOOKSTORE Powered by News Corp/HarperCollins PublishersLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall B

CYBER CAFÉ LOUNGEPowered by Rent-A-CenterLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall

RADIO ROWLocation: Florida Exhibition Hall

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. INTERACTIVE SESSION VI

#Juggle13THE JUGGLING JOURNALIST: HOW TO DO IT ALL AND DO IT WELL Powered by Gannett CompanyJournalists know how to do the basics: present a balanced story, triple check facts and get it out fast. But when you also must worry about lighting an interview, lugging multimedia gear or posting updates to social media platforms, does part of your job suff er? This workshop will share ways you can perform well as a multimedia journalist, juggle tasks eff ectively, compete well and navigate your own newsroom.Location: Osceola 4-6 Presenters: Blayne Alexander, Multimedia Journalist, WXIA-TV Eric Ludgood, Former News Director, WGCL-TV

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9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. #Internships13BREAKING IN: SECURING INTERNSHIPS TO SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESSInternships during college are the building blocks to a solid start in journalism. This panel will feature students and recent graduates who will discuss how they used internships to propel their journalism careers. Learn where to fi nd the best programs, how to stand out in a crowd of applicants and what it takes to maximize the intern experience.Location: Sarasota 1-2 Presenters: Marissa Evans, Student, Marquette University/Intern, Seattle Times Joe Grimm, Visiting Editor in Residence, Michigan State University School of Journalism Wesley Lowery, Reporter, Boston Globe Eryn Rogers, Multimedia Journalist, WANE-TV #NewMedia13CHANGING TIMES, CHANGING TERMS: CLAIMING POWER IN TODAY’S NEWSROOM New opportunities emerge as newsrooms evolve into mobile, digitized, multiplatform workplaces. Industry professionals will share best practices on how to be proactive in shaping your newsroom role and what you need to know to transform your career vision into action. There also will be information on what to do when faced with getting a new job, being reassigned, taking a buyout or being laid off . You’ll learn how to negotiate strong personal service contracts and how to choose an agent, manager or lawyer.Location: Miami 1-2

Moderator: Bob Butler, Reporter, KCBS Radio Presenters: Catherine Brown, Producer and Writer, NBC10 Philadelphia Mary Cavallaro, Assistant National Executive Director, News & Broadcast, SAG-AFTRA Vickie Thomas, City Beat Reporter, WWJ Newsradio 950

11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. #CarNews13FROM FAST CARS TO FASTER NEWS: SOCIAL MEDIA IN SPORTSPowered by NASCAR Social media can be a powerful tool for companies to keep their brand message on point and stay connected to customers and journalists. This session explains how NASCAR did just that by creating its Fan and Media Engagement Center. Both bloggers and journalists will benefi t from learning how NASCAR and other sports entities are reworking themselves to meet the need for speed, accuracy and relevance.Location: Osceola 1-3

Presenters: Robert Littal, Founder, Black Sports Online Max Siegel, Owner, Rev Racing; President and CEO, USA Track & Field Colin Smith, Managing Director, Digital Platform, NASCAR Digital Media

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11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.#Neighbor2Family13SAVING BLACK COMMUNITIES ONE SIBLING GROUP AT A TIMEPowered by Neighbor to FamilyThere are more than 500,000 children in foster care in the United States at any given time, and of those with siblings, only 25 percent are placed with a brother or sister. Siblings who are placed together experience higher rates of stability, a decreased length of stay in foster care and suff er less trauma. Neighbor to Family’s mission is to revolutionize foster care by keeping siblings together while building healthier families and stronger communities. It provides foster parents with a support team that includes clinical services, full case management, educational support, in-house training, a family advocate and monthly family team meetings. The organization is headed by Gordon Johnson, who over decades has put tens of thousands of children in stable homes.

Moderator: Sylvester Monroe, Producer, NPR

Presenters: “Jane Doe,” Sibling Group Member Tony Hill, Board Member, Neighbor to Family; Former Florida Senator Gordon Johnson, President/CEO, Neighbor to Family Evelyn Lynn, Board Member, Neighbor to Family; Florida Senator Ackneil Muldrow, Executive Vice Chair, Neighbor to Family Board Donna Peach, Professional Foster Care Giver, Daytona Beach Jim Rast, Ph.D. Professor, University of Colorado Charles Robinson, Journalist, WMPT-TV Baltimore George Sheldon, Assistant Secretary, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.INTERACTIVE SESSION VII

#Fellowship13JOURNALISM FELLOWSHIPS: A WAY TO FIND YOUR PURPOSE AND PASSION Dedicated journalists can reach a point of feeling weary and even question their career choice. A year away from the daily grind can be invigorating. A journalism fellowship off ers time to take stock, learn from educators at top universities, travel or even delve into journalism entrepreneurship. Hear from fellowship alumni who now serve as thought leaders in the industry, and learn how their experiences propelled them up the career ladder.Location: Osceola 4-6

Presenters: Farai Chideya, Distinguished Writer in Residence, Carter Journalism Institute, New York University Callie Crossley, Program Manager, Nieman Foundation for Journalism, Harvard University Justin Ellis, Assistant Editor, Nieman Journalism Lab, Harvard University Ernie Suggs, Reporter, Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.#Magazines13A LOOK AT THE FUTURE OF MAGAZINES Panelists assess the future of magazines and how they’re evolving as multimedia brands. Find out what’s behind the news of consolidations and acquisitions. Learn what it takes to make it today as a freelancer, staff member or entrepreneur.Location: Sarasota 1-2

Presenters: Amy DuBois Barnett, Editor-in-Chief, Ebony Magazine Michelle Ebanks, President, Essence Communications and People en Espanol Wyatt Mitchell, Creative Director, The New Yorker Keith Reed, Senior Editor, ESPN The Magazine

#GospelPR13SPREADING THE GOSPEL: UNDERSTANDING FAITH-BASED PUBLIC RELATIONS Whether it’s about bringing in new members, responding to a crisis situation or using spiritual values to appeal to a specifi c audience, faith-based public relations is a growing industry. And in today’s technology-driven world, in which services might be streamed online and prayer requests sent via Twitter, the church must fi nd modern ways to engage audiences. PR and communications professionals will share their expertise on the art of faith-based public relations.Location: Sanibel 1-2

Moderator: Aprill O. Turner, President, Turner Communications LLC

Presenters: Nicole Kirby, Director of Public Relations, Empowerment Temple, AMEC Zakiya Larry, Public Relations Manager, T.D. Jakes Ministries Kymberlee Norsworthy, Head of Publicity, Sony Music/RCA Inspiration JoJo Pada, President, Ignition Public Relations

#RadioSynd13GIVE YOURSELF A JOB IN RADIO: SYNDICATE YOURSELF!The radio game keeps changing. Pay-for-play, syndication and voice-tracking, which creates the illusion of a live broadcast, have led to the erosion of local radio jobs. However, there are numerous options and opportunities to create something that is yours. Take your experience, talent and drive and learn how you can launch your own national radio show.

Presenters: Maiya Holliee, Communications Specialist, Bell Helicopter Bomani Jones, Sports Journalist, ESPN Marcus Osborne, Host, “The Straight Male Friend Show;” CEO/Founder, SMF Media LLP Condace Pressley, Assistant Program Director, AM750 & NOW 95.5FM News/Talk WSB

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11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. THE IMPORTANCE OF WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTERS UNDER THE NEW HEALTH CARE LAWPowered by Planned ParenthoodThe panel will focus on the important role that women’s health care providers, including organizations such as Planned Parenthood, will play in meeting the health care needs of women newly insured under the Aff ordable Care Act. The panel also will discuss the range of preventive services Planned Parenthood health centers provide to African-Americans across the country, and how the new law will give African-Americans more access to health care services.Location: Tallahassee 1-2

Moderator: Rehema Ellis, NBC Nightly News Presenters: Vanessa Cullins, MD, Vice President for External Medical Aff airs, Planned Parenthood Federation of America Tamarah Duperval-Brownlee, MD, Chief Executive for Health Aff airs, Lone Star Circle of Care Alexis McGill Johnson, Board Chair, Planned Parenthood Federation of America Monica Simpson, Executive Director, SisterSong

11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. THE KINSEY COLLECTION: REDISCOVERING AMERICA THROUGH FAMILY TREASURES Powered by Walt Disney World ResortTravel across 400 years of African-American achievement and contribution with the Kinsey family, Bernard, Shirley and their son Khalil, owners of an array of rare art, documents, books and artifacts known as The Kinsey Collection. Session participants will be transported to Walt Disney World Resort’s American Adventure Pavilion at Epcot where they will be immersed by the Kinseys in the nationally touring exhibit, “Re-Discovering America: Family Treasures from the Kinsey Collection.” The Kinseys also will discuss their book, The Kinsey Collection: Shared Treasures of Bernard and Shirley Kinsey.

Moderator: Joe Madison, Sirrus XM Radio

Panelists: Bernard Kinsey, Philanthropist Shirley Kinsey, Philanthropist

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11:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.#JournoKids13BRINGING ISSUES FACING YOUNG KIDS TO THE FOREFRONTPowered by The Annie E. Casey FoundationSerious issues facing young children often are underplayed in news reports or missing altogether. Many journalists would be surprised to learn that children in the United States younger than 3 years old live in poverty more than any other group. This session will show journalists how they can fi nd new data and research to show the social, scientifi c and systematic challenges facing the most vulnerable children and help spark ideas for journalists.Location: Osceola A

Moderator: Bill Whitaker, Correspondent, CBS News

Presenters: Natoya Alee, Communications Coordinator, Early Learning Coalition of Seminole Michael Fletcher, National Economics Reporter, Washington Post Lisa Hamilton, Vice President, The Annie E. Casey Foundation Lynne Varner, Editorial Writer and Columnist, Seattle Times

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. VISUAL TASK FORCE PHOTO AUCTION & RECEPTIONTHE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT: RETROSPECTIVEThe Visual Task Force has collected, artistic photographs from NABJ members, news organizations and other sources to be auctioned off during this NABJ tradition. The images capture the diversity of African-American life across the country. Auctioneer Fred Sweets will be honored at this year’s event. Proceeds benefi t NABJ scholarships.Location: Gainesville

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1:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. FILM FESTIVAL

“MANDELA: LONG WALK TO FREEDOM”The Weinstein CompanyEnjoy this extended preview of “Mandela: The Long Walk to Freedom,” based on Nelson Mandela’s autobiography of the same name. It chronicles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison before becoming president of South Africa and working to rebuild the country’s once segregated society. The movie stars Idris Elba as Mandela and Naomie Harris as his former wife, Winnie Mandela. The movie is directed by Justin Chadwick.

“THE BUTLER”The Weinstein CompanyThis movie by Lee Daniels, the Oscar-nominated director of “Precious,” was adapted from an article written by Washington Post and NABJ award-winning writer Wil Haygood. In 2008. Haygood profi led the late Eugene Allen, a White House butler who served under eight presidents, including Barack Obama. Haygood, Daniels, Forest Whitaker and other cast members will discuss how they brought a newspaper story to the big screen. Daniels also will reveal how the movie was able to attract a cast of A-listers, including Oscar winners Whitaker and Jane Fonda, Emmy-winning talk show host and actress Oprah Winfrey, multiple Grammy-winning composer and musician Quincy Jones and Grammy-winning singers Mariah Carey and Lenny Kravitz. Transportation provided.

Location: AMC Downtown Disney 24, 1500 E. Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830

2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.SPORTS JOURNALISM TASK FORCE MEETINGESPN WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS COMPLEXLocation: 700 S. Victory Way, Kissimmee, Florida 34747

3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. FILM FESTIVAL

“12 YEARS A SLAVE” The Fox Searchlight fi lm “12 Years a Slave” is based on the 1853 autobiography of Solomon Northup, a free black man who was kidnapped in Washington, D.C., in 1841 and sold into slavery. Northup worked on plantations in Louisiana for 12 years before his release. The fi lm is directed by Steve McQueen and written by McQueen and John Ridley. Chiwetel Ejiofor stars as Solomon Northup. Michael Fassbender also stars in the fi lm.Location: Osceola B

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6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. #NABJSTE 2013 NABJ SALUTE TO EXCELLENCE AWARDS GALA I*Powered by AARP, FedEx, Prudential Financial, Inc. and ToyotaThe NABJ Salute to Excellence Awards highlight exceptional pieces of journalism in print, broadcast, and multimedia. These awards cover the varied range of talents and occupations within the industry, including design, photography, long-form written pieces, serial stories, documentaries, interviews and public relations. Location: Osceola A

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. #NABJSTE 2013 NABJ SALUTE TO EXCELLENCE AWARDS GALA II* Powered by AARP, FedEx, Prudential Financial, Inc. and ToyotaThe NABJ Salute to Excellence Awards Gala is NABJ’s annual tribute to individuals who have distinguished themselves for exceptional work in media and journalism. Hosted by Don Lemon, CNN, and Cari Champion, ESPN.Location: Osceola CD Stage

10:30 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. 2014 KICKOFF PARTYPowered by Advantage BostonJoin members of the Boston Association of Black Journalists as they get the party started for the 2014 convention immediately following the Salute to Excellence Gala. Enjoy good music, good desserts and good times as we say goodbye to Orlando and hello to Boston!Location: Osceola A

SUNDAY, AUGUST 4, 20138:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. NABJ GOSPEL BRUNCH*Powered by AARPClose out the convention enjoying brunch with new and old friends while enjoying inspirational gospel music performed by several recording artists during this popular NABJ Tradition. Hosted by Syan Rhodes, WESH-TV, and Rod Carter, WFLA-TV.Location: Osceola C

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NABJ understands the power of service. As part of our 38th Annual Convention & Career Fair, NABJ asks you to join us as we serve the Greater Orlando community through our Day of Service. We will sponsor two projects to help residents who have no home to call their own.

Homelessness in Florida has reached a crisis level, and the state is challenged in its ability to address it. The state’s Department of Children and Families says there are nearly 85,000 homeless people on any given day in Florida, the highest rate in the country.

These residents are forced to live in the streets, in shelters or in overcrowded housing with family members or friends.

Through our service projects, we aim to leave an imprint and make a diff erence through our eff orts. Please join our Day of Service activities.

TUESDAY, JULY 30, 5:30 P.M.

NABJ FEEDS THE HOMELESSPlease join the NABJ Board of Directors and the Central Association of Black Journalists as they partner with the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida, the largest provider of homeless services in Central Florida, to serve dinner to those in need.

Location: Center for Women and Families, 639 W. Central Blvd., Orlando, Florida 32801

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31- FRIDAY, AUGUST 1NABJ TOILETRY DONATION DRIVEPlease participate in the NABJ Toiletry Donation Drive. NABJ will collect toiletries at our drop-off bins, located near the registration area, on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. On Saturday, NABJ will donate our items to those in need.

Acceptable items for donation are: shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion, deodorant (for men and women), toothpaste, toothbrushes, baby wipes, mouth wash, feminine hygiene products, towels, washcloths, sandwich baggies and over-the-counter medications.

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21st Century FoxBooth: 420/42210201 West Pico BoulevardLos Angeles, CA 90035www.21cf.com

ABC News, ESPN, FusionBooth: 21347 West 66th StreetNew York, NY 10023(212) 456-7777www.abcnews.comwww.espn.comwww.fusion.net

Al Jazeera AmericaBooth: 1081627 K Street NW, Suite 1100Washington, DC 20006(202) 496-4500www.america.aljazeera.com

Allbritton Communications Company - ABC 7/NewsChannel 8Booth: 406/4081100 Wilson Boulevard 6th FloorArlington, VA 22209(703) 236-9221www.wjla.com

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The Boston University College of Communicationcongratulates Michelle Johnson,

Associate Professor of the Practice.

2013 NABJ Journalism

Educator of the Year

The Marquette University J. William and Mary Diederich College of Communication congratulates Marissa Evans,

Bachelor of Arts, ’13.

2013 NABJ Student

Journalist of the Year

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Please join both universities in recognizing Johnson and Evans — and journalismeducators and students from across NABJ — during a media reception held in their honor:

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2013 STUDENT MULTIMEDIAPROJECT PARTICIPANTSSEED Chair: Demorris Lee, St. Petersburg Times

Student Multimedia Project Manager: Sarah Hoye, CNN

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMAnnually, deserving students interested in pursuing careers in journalism receive awards of more than $100,000 in NABJ scholarships. Scholarships are open to American-born or foreign students attending an accredited four-year college/university in the U.S. or those who are candidates for graduate school.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAMNABJ is dedicated to expanding job opportunities for black journalism students. NABJ annually awards summer internships to students committed to journalism careers. Successful candidates are off ered print, broadcast, or on-line positions at selected news organizations around the country ranging from small black-owned weekly newspapers to major market dailies and broadcast outlets.

STUDENT MULTIMEDIA SHORT COURSESNABJ off ers print and broadcast short courses to journalism students on the campuses of historically black colleges or on college campuses with a large African-American student enrollment.

The short courses are taught by teams of professional journalists who provide students with information about careers in the industry, training in writing, reporting and editing, tips on job interviews, and landing the fi rst job or internship.

SPORTS JOURNALISM INSTITUTEThe Sports Journalism Institute is a nine-week training and internship program for college students interested in sports journalism careers. The Institute is designed to attract talented students to print journalism through opportunities in sports reporting and editing and to enhance racial and gender diversity in sports departments of newspapers nationwide.

STUDENT CAREER MENTORING PROGRAMThe NABJ Career Mentoring Program matches students and new professionals with dedicated members wanting to ensure that the next generation of black journalists thrives in the newsroom. This year-long process will help young journalists understand the proper protocol and the culture of the newsroom. It will also give them the chance to listen to people who have already gone through what they will have to face and that can help guide them through the proper channels for their professional expectations.

A new mentor program will be coming soon. In the meantime, student members are encouraged to access the NABJ member database to reach out to professional members. You can search for members by area, company, and job title. We encourage students to send introductory emails to members stating your name, school, and what specifi c questions you have about career paths or the journalism industry.

STUDENT PROJECTSThe NABJ Student Multimedia Project off ers a cross-platform training experience for full-time undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in pursuing journalism or public relations as a career. Students work as a team alongside experienced professionals who work for newspapers, television, radio and online news organizations across the country.

As part of its commitment to our student members and aspiring journalists, NABJ provides the

following as part of its Student Education Enrichment and Development (SEED) Program.



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MENTOR TEAM LEADERSSEED Chair: Demorris Lee, Pinellas County Schools

Sarah Hoye, CNN (Student Project Manager)

Denise James, Temple University/Denise James Media (Television)

Michelle Johnson, Boston University (Online)

Delano Massey,Lexington Herald-Leader (Print)

Ken McFarlin, The New York Times (Graphic Design)

Akili Ramsess, Orlando Sentinel (Photography)

Aprill Turner, Turner Communications, LLC (Public Relations)

Stacie Williams, Harvard University (Copy Desk)

MENTORSKimberly Alleyne, Association for Enterprise Opportunity

Jemal Brinson, Chicago Tribune

Daarel Burnette II, Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Allison Davis, Jackie Robinson Foundation (NABJ Founder)

Michael Douglas, Independent Journalist

Jennifer Dronkers, The Poynter Institute

Michael Dutton, Executive Leadership Council

Kiratiana Freelon, Eunique Enterprises

Andale Gross, The Associated Press

Ken-Yon Hardy, Cox Media Group

Dawn Kelly, Prudential Financial, Inc.

Gerrick Kennedy, Los Angeles Times

Marshall Latimore, Alabama Media Group

Janell Lewis, WTVM-TV

Kimberly Mitchell, Detroit Free Press

Christopher Nelson, NBC

Monica Richardson, Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Rashaun Rucker, Detroit Free Press

Ken Smith, WRAL-TV

Ingrid Sturgis, Howard University

Sherri Williams, Syracuse University

Marc Willis, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

Anthony Wilson, WTVD-TV

STUDENTS

Chidozie Acey, Florida A&M University

Donnalyn Anthony, Miami Dade College

Khorri Atkinson, York College,The City University of New York

Claudia Balthazar, Hofstra University

Natasha Benjamin, New York University

Adriana Bush, San Diego State University

Jerome Campbell, University of Southern California

Dominique Carson, Brooklyn College

Vonecia Carswell, University of Florida

Tisha Coleman, University of Mississippi

Monique Collins, Marquette University

Javier Edwards, University of Florida

Ariam Frezghim, Stony Brook University

Ashley Griffi n, University of California, Berkeley

Adrianne Haney, Elon University

Raishad Hardnett, University of Southern California

Monica Herndon, University of Miami

Lauren Houston, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Roddrick Howell, North Carolina Central University

Sean Hurd, The George Washington University

Joshua Jamerson, Ohio University

Nicholas Johnson,University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Justin Madden, Grambling State University

Sylvia Obell, Columbia University

Faithful Okoye, University of Florida

Amber Roberts, Syracuse University

Madison Sanders, University of Southern California

Haniyyah Sharpe, Temple University

Alysee Shelton, Kentucky State University

Nickelle Smith, University of Florida

Christalyn Solomon, Hampton University

Farron Stark, Syracuse University

Rachel Stichnoth, University of South Carolina

Arlene Washington, University of Southern California

2013 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERSAllison E. Fisher Scholarship, $2,500: Alexis Rogers, University of Missouri

Carole Simpson Scholarship, $2,500: Gabrielle Wright, New York University

DeWayne Wickham Founder’s H.S. Scholarship, $2,500: Michelle Chavez, University of Maryland

Larry Whiteside Scholarship, $2,500: Adriana Bush, San Diego State University

Les Payne Founder’s Scholarship, $2,500: Debora Silva, University of California-Berkeley

NABJ Scholarship, $2,500: Beatrice Katcher, Universityof California-Berkeley

Visual Task Force Scholarship, (2 winners) $1,500 each: Ashli Lett, San Jose State University; Shani Muhammad, Full Sail University

NABJ-NBCUNIVERSAL2013 SUMMER INTERNS• Adrienne Green, Ohio University• Averi Harper, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill• Candace King, Ithaca College• Wilson Maguwah, Pennsylvania State University



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NABJ HIGH SCHOOL WORKSHOP (JSHOP) The NABJ High School Workshop (JSHOP) is an annual high school journalism workshop held in the host city of the National Association of Black Journalists’ Convention and Career Fair. Under a mentor-rich oversight experience, the JSHOP’s goal is to provide an enlightening, informative, hands-on, and challenging introduction of the journalism profession to a multi-cultural mix of Central Florida high school students. By the conclusion of the workshop, participants also will leave with a portfolio of professionally-developed media products (stories, blogs, photographs, video clips) and a strong foundation with which to possibly pursue journalism at their high schools, in college, and/or as a profession.

NABJ MENTORSChair: Russell LaCour, Copy Editor, Tulsa World

WORKSHOP CO-CHAIRS Sheryl Kennedy-Haydel (Local Coordinator), Journalism Professor, Xavier University, LA

Reginald W. Ragland

Lead instructor and Workshop Curriculum Coordinator, Scholastic Media Advocate and Adjunct Professor, American University, Washington, DC

CORE INSTRUCTORSEva Coleman, Executive Producer, Frisco Independent School District, Frisco, TX

Sandra “Sam” Combs, Assistant Journalism Professor, Arkansas State University

Arnold Crump, Journalism Professor, Xavier University of LA

Brenda Edgerton-Webster, Journalism Professor, Xavier University

Adriian Gardner, Journalism Professor, University of Central Arkansas

Janice Haynes, Journalism Professor, Xavier University

Dena Littlefi eld, San Diego Union Tribune

Melinda Shelton, Journalism Professor, Xavier University

Terrence Thames, President, Advance Media Productions & Broadcast Instructor, University of Iowa Summer Journalism Workshop

PROGRAM COORDINATING INSTRUCTORSDorothy Gilliam Founder & Director, Prime Movers Media

Linda Shockley Deputy Director, Dow Jones News Fund

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The National Association of Black Journalists is proud to present Gregory L. Moore with the 2013 NABJ Lifetime Achievement Award.

Although Moore is a former member of the NABJ’s Board of Directors, it is his diligent work in the newsroom that places him at the forefront among his peers.

Moore began his career as a reporter for the Dayton Journal Herald in Ohio. After 4 years of writing for the Dayton Journal, Moore joined the staff for his hometown newspaper, The Plain

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“Throughout his career, he has been a newsroom leader who helped his team cover the day’s big stories with the highest ethics, a bit of creativity, and a desire to serve the public. His career is certainly worthy of this recognition,” said NABJ President Gregory Lee, Jr.

Moore currently sits as the co-chair of the Pulitzer Prize Board and the Central Region Editor for Digital First Media, where he oversees news operations in Colorado, Texas, Utah, New Mexico, Michigan, and Ohio.

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The National Association of Black Journalists is privileged to present Theodore Holtzclaw with the 2013 NABJ Legacy Award. At the time of his untimely death in 2012, Holtzclaw was the Operations Manager at WABC-TV in New York.

Spending more than 15 years at New York’s #1 rated WABC-TV, Holtzclaw helped to facilitate coverage of news stories around the world. For his work covering 9/11 terrorist attacks at WABC-TV, Ted received a Peabody Award and WABC-TV received a Pulitzer Prize. Holtzclaw was the highest-ranking African American at WABC-TV until weeks before his death.

A loyal and steadfast NABJ volunteer, Ted devoted his life to the progression of the art of journalism; For nearly 20 years, he was a dedicated supporter of the NABJ Multimedia Short Course at the North Carolina A&T State University, where he mentored dozens of student journalists.

“Ted loved NABJ and his legacy will live on in the organization through the generations of journalists he touched in the Short Course at North Carolina A&T State University, and now the NABJ Legacy Award. It is a fi tting tribute to an industry leader who changed the trajectory career paths of numerous broadcast professionals, said Terry Owens, a NABJ veteran, a close friend of Holtzclaw’s, and Chief Public Information Offi cer at Maryland’s Transit Administration.

Ted’s memory is revered most by his family, including his wife Verna and a young son Harris, whom look forward to continue Holtzclaw’s legacy through his work with NABJ.

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The National Association of Black Journalists is privileged to present Roland S. Martin with the 2013 Journalist of the Year Award.

Since joining NABJ in 1989, Martin served as the organization’s fi rst national student representative and as the National Secretary of the Board from 2009-2011.

Named as one of the 150 Most Infl uential African American’s in the United States for three consecutive years by Ebony magazine, Martin has consistently made his presence known.

Committed to voicing the African American perspective in the media, Martin is deemed a true voice of the people. Serving as the host and managing editor of TV One’s Washington Watch, a senior analyst for the Tom Joyner Morning Show, and a lead writer for a nationally syndicated column with Creator Syndicate, Martin is always working to push America’s thoughts on current popular culture.

Boasting a list of consistently growing professional awards for journalistic excellence, Martin is a distinct and widely recognized role model in our community. As the author of “Listening to the Spirit Within: 50 Perspectives on Faith,” “Speak, Brother! A Black Man’s View of America,” “The First: President Barack Obama’s Road to the White House as originally reported by Roland S. Martin,” Martin strives to maintain an accurate depiction of the African American status.

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The National Association of Black Journalists is proud to present Michelle Johnson as the 2013 Educator of the Year award.

Johnson began her professional career as a copy editor with The Evening Press (Binghamton, NY), but soon moved to the Boston Globe where she immediately began to take her career to new heights. Starting as a night desk copy editor, Johnson was soon promoted to layout editor, to assistant political editor, to senior assistant night editor, and then on to copy editor.

Johnson chose to leave the Globe once she was chosen to join 11 other journalists for the John S. Knight Fellowship at Stanford University in 1993. It was at Stanford University that Johnson found her niche - tying a close relationship with technology and journalism. Returning to the Globe as an assistant business editor, Johnson used her new set skills to launch the now award-winning regional website- Boston.com.

While Johnson is known for her innovative steps for the progression of journalism, Johnson’s start in education was by pure chance. Co-erced by friends, Johnson stepped out on a limb and began teaching high school students. Marrying her newfound love of teaching and her love of journalism, Johnson began to delve into more teaching opportunities leading student run projects for the Online News Association (ONA), UNITY, NAHJ, AAJA and NLGJA, and served as co-chair of ONA’s 2011 convention in Boston.

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The National Association of Black Journalists is proud to present Marissa A. Evans with the 2013 NABJ Student Journalist of the Year award.

A recent graduate of Marquette University, Marissa Evans studied journalism with a minor in entrepreneurship and political science. While her long list of academic achievements has pushed her to the top of her class, it is her work in the fi eld that drawn our attention to her. Interning with The Washington Post, The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, The Star Tribune, and U-T San Diego, Miss Evans has diligently worked

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“Evans has devoted herself to studying the craft, undertaking internships and practicums to get real world experience and to helping inspire others. Persistent and passionate, she has blossomed into a well-rounded storyteller who can work across platforms,” said NABJ Communications Chair Christopher Nelson.

As the founder and former president of the student NABJ chapter at Marquette University, Evans has mastered taking the lessons she learned inside the classroom to the newsroom applying her newly learned skills in the Online News Association Student Newsroom and continuing to build on her foundation at the New York Times Student Journalism Institute.

Evans is currently interning at The Seattle Times as a Metro Reporter.

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Congratulations to these journalists who have been selected as Knight Fellows in the Class of 2013-14 at Stanford.

Keli Dailey, staff writer, U-T San Diego, Calif. Keli will spend her year at Stanford developing a platform to amplify the food beat using user-generated content.

Danyel Smith, author and journalist, Brooklyn, N.Y. Danyel is coming to Stanford to build a teaching platform that provides tools for journal-ists as they serve America’s new “normal” demographic.

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Knight Fellowships Director Jim Bettinger will be attending NABJ 2013. If you’d like to speak with him about the program, text him at 650-255-2877 or you can

email him at [email protected].

John S. Knight FellowshipsBuilding 120, Room 422Stanford, CA 94305-2050email: [email protected]

How To Apply

The application process is described on our website, http://knight.stanford.edu, under “Become a Fellow.” Find out from the fellows what a year at Stanford is like by checking out articles under “Work of a Fellow,” “Life of a Fellow,” and “Talks & Events.”

Who We’re Looking For

We want journalists and journalism innovators who have already accomplished a lot and are ambitious to do more. Ideally, candidates will have at least seven years of professional experience.

What Fellows Get

Fellows receive a stipend of $65,000, plus supplements for moving expenses, health insurance, books, housing and child care. All program activities and most classes are open to spouses and partners of Fellows.

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EMERGING JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR AWARDYAMICHE ALCINDORUSA TODAY

The National Association of Black Journalists is proud to present Yamiche Alcindor with the 2013 NABJ Emerging Journalist of the Year award.

Once considered a “NABJ baby,” Miami native Alcindor looked to learn journalism from some of the best in the business. Delving into the classroom and the newsroom simultaneously, Yamiche interned at multiple media agencies including the Miami Herald; Mmegi, a Botswanan newspaper; washingtonpost.com; and The Washington Post during her

time at Georgetown University. Currently, Miss Alcindor serves a breaking news reporter for USA Today.

Since the start of her professional career, Alcindor has worked unrelentingly to bring the news to the masses and has covered some of the biggest stories in recent memory. Taking no expense, Alcindor traveled to Tallahassee, FL to cover the FAMU hazing scandal after the death of Robert Champion; to Newtown, CT to cover the mass murder at Sandy Hook Elementary; and most recently to cover the Trayvon Martin trial in Sanford, FL.

“Yamiche embodies what the Emerging Journalist of the Year Award stands for,” said CNN’s All-Platform Journalist Sarah Hoye, who is also NABJ’s Student Multimedia Projects Manager, former SEED Co-Chair, and past recipient of the Emerging Journalist of the Year Award. “Engaged, curious, and intrepid, Yamiche is a young talented journalist with a great promise who has distinguished herself in the fi eld with her tenacious reporting and compelling storytelling.”

As she continues to cover the country’s biggest headlines, Alcindor’s career as a journalist is destined for greatness.

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The National Association of Black Journalists is proud to present Dr. Shelley Stewart with the 2013 NABJ Community Service award.

Dr. Stewart is a widely recognized journalist, who used his profession to become an catalyst for positive results in the Communications fi eld. Under his moniker, “Shelley the Playboy,” Dr. Stewart used his voice in the media to broadcast encrypted messages that gave information about civil rights protests, meetings, and other events to black listeners in the South.

Devoting his life to the progression of those in our communities, Dr. Stewart has constructed positive pillars from the diffi culties he faced along his journey. Losing a brother to a life sentence without the possibility of parole was the initiating factor for the creation of the documentary “Inside Out,” which he launched simultaneously with the Mattie C. Stewart Foundation, a nonprofi t founded to prevent students from dropping out of school. Stewart used “Inside Out,” a 26-minute documentary, as a platform to tell the stories of inmates with life sentences in their own voice. His documentary paints a vivid picture of the devastating eff ects that can occur when one drops out of school.

“NABJ is proud to salute Dr. Stewart for using his platform to reduce the dropout rate, increase the graduation rate, and give hope and a sense of purpose to our children,” said NABJ President Gregory Lee Jr.

Staying true to his life’s mission, Dr. Stewart purchased a radio station to continue to give our people a platform to voice our opinions. He is the co-founder of one of the largest minority-owned Marketing & Advertising fi rms and hosts town hall meetings designed to bridge gaps and improve cultural and race relations in Birmingham Alabama.

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The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is proud to announce that the Washington Post is the recipient of the 2013 Best Practices Award after the paper promoted long-time NABJ member Kevin Merida to the position of Managing Editor.

This honor is awarded to a news organization for exemplary work in

covering issues of great signifi cance to the black community or the African Diaspora and/or for its eff orts in increasing diversity among its newsroom staff and management.

Merida has been the Post’s national editor since 2008, leading the coverage of major news events including the 2012 Presidential election, the fi ght over the Aff ordable Care Act, the shootings in Aurora, Colorado and Newtown, Connecticut and the killing of Osama bin Laden.

In announcing Merida’s promotion in February, Washington Post Executive Editor Marty Baron said, “Kevin is a journalist of remarkable accomplishment, with a record of strong leadership. During his 20 years at The Post, he has covered Congress and presidential campaigns, as well as stories that called upon his great strengths as a long-form feature writer. He has cultivated a talented staff on the National desk, and he has won the admiration and aff ection of his colleagues.”

“The Washington Post’s decision to promote Kevin was a very signifi cant one for this journalism institution,“ said NABJ president Gregory Lee.

“Editor Marty Baron recognized the work and leadership that Kevin displayed over the years in that newsroom. Kevin’s voice is a needed one there on several fronts. We applaud the forward thinking in the newsroom and we hope this trend not only continues in D.C. but throughout our industry.”

Merida was raised in the Washington, D.C. metro area and graduated in 1979 from Boston University with a Bachelor of Science degree in journalism.

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PAT TOBIN MEDIA PROFESSIONAL AWARDDAWN KELLYPRUDENTIAL FINANCIAL, INC

The National Association of Black Journalists is proud to present Dawn Kelley with the 2013 NABJ Pat Tobin award.

As an infl uential public relations expert with a staunch devotion for positive media coverage of the African American community, Dawn Kelley, is not only a gem to the organization but a true representative of what the Pat Tobin award symbolizes.

Currently serving as the Vice President and Account Team Leader of Global Communications for Prudential Financial, Inc., Kelly is responsible for developing and implementing multifaceted

communications strategies for the parent company, as well as the Prudential Foundation, and a number of corporate initiatives.

“A long-time NABJ Associate Member, Kelley is most deserving of this honor. Her profi ciency in her craft has helped Prudential remain a leader within the fi nancial services industry. Kelley’s tenure at Presidential is a testament to her passion, smarts, and undeniable work ethic,” added Dawn Roberts, NABJ Associate Representative.

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ATLANTA ASSOCIATION OF BLACK JOURNALISTS (AABJ)Receiving back-to-back nominations for Chapter of the Year, the Atlanta Association of Black Journalists has built a recipe for success. Led by Tenisha Bell for a second year, she attributes the chapter’s success to the expansion of its professional development programs, witty use of technology to make chapter business more easily accessible, and involvement of students have led to a substantial increase in members.

Under Bell’s direction, AABJ has put in overtime to make an impact in its members’ lives by kicking off this year’s January meeting with special guest, Mayor Kasim Reed, continuing to produce Byline-a (quarterly newsletter for its members), and increasing their community service.

DETROIT CHAPTER ASSOCIATION OF BLACK JOURNALISTS (DC-NABJ)In its 30th anniversary, the Detroit Chapter Association of Black Journalists doubled their eff orts to make in impact in their community. Led by Chapter President Vickie Thomas, DC-NABJ sought to hold 30 events and raise $30,000 for their 30th anniversary. Joining forces with Chrysler, DC-NABJ surpassed the 5 million goal set by the Chrysler Walking Spree Challenge and managed to secure $5,000 for their scholarship fund.

Using their 30-30-30 initiative, the DC-NABJ has become stronger fi nancially and has used their 30th anniversary to triple their eff orts, and ultimately making a greater impact in the surrounding communities.

NEW YORK ASSOCIATION OF BLACK JOURNALISTS (NYABJ)The New York Association of Black Journalists has had a busy year working to represent the nation’s largest media market. Hosting some of the largest networking events with some of the largest names in media at venues like Neely’s Barbecue Parlor in Manhattan, the NYABJ has signifi cantly increased its membership within the past year.

While focusing on the future of the chapter, NYABJ also looked to keep true to its purpose of honoring pioneers in journalism and grooming the next generation.

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CAROLINA ASSOCIATION OF BLACK JOURNALISTS CHAPTER (UNC-CHAPTER HILL) Finalists for the second time in 3 years, the Carolina Association of Black Journalists Chapter (UNC-Chapter Hill) have been working hard to gain the ‘Student Chapter of the Year’ award. Under the leadership of President Jasmine Cogdell, CABJC has doubled its eff orts to extend its relationships to other universities for its college and high school student media workshops and use digital communication to advance their online presence.

Since its foundation in 1991, CABJ has earned the top honor of Chapter of the Year twice.

SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY CHAPTERAfter celebrating their 10th anniversary in 2012, the Syracuse University Chapter looks to continue commemorating their milestone years with creative and collaborative programs. Most recently, the NABJ-SU led “A Conversation with Roland Martin: A Fresh Perspective for the Next Four Years” where Martin discussed President Obama’s decisions in offi ce for the next four years. With over 200 students, faculty, and ambassadors participating, the event proved to be one of their largest.

Led by President Christina Jones, the NABJ-SCU chapter boasts 60 local members, 12 of which are also NABJ members.

TEMPLE ASSOCIATION OF BLACK JOURNALISTS Learn. Network. Succeed. Those three words can be viewed not only as Temple Association of Black Journalists’ brand but also its motto.

Aiming to uphold their standard of excellence, TABJ implemented their mission in all of their programs and events on campus, in the community, and industry.

Joining forces with their parent chapter PABJ (Philadelphia), TABJ’s President Haniyyah Sharpe has worked to create programs that allows students to gain internships from networking events and workshops that help perfect their craft.

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Drew Berry

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Shannon Buggs

Maureen Bunyan

Bob Butler

Corey Chavous

Barbara Ciara

Charles Cobb Jr

Marilyn Darling

Leon Dash

Joe Davidson

Allison Davis

Paul Delaney

William Dilday

Sandra Dillard

Joel Dreyfuss

Sidmel Estes

Michelle Fay

Arthur Fennell

Albert Fitzpatrick

Samuel Ford

Tonju Francois

Dorothy Gilliam

Cheryl Hampton

Andrew Humphrey

Gregory Lee

H. Chuku Lee

Claude Lewis

Sandra Long Weaver

Herbert Lowe

Suzanne Malveaux

Pluria Marshall

Roland Martin

Walter Middlebrook

Shannon Miller

Bryan Monroe

Acel Moore

Pam Moore

Les Payne

Alex Poinsett

Claudia Polley

Condace Pressley

Bob Reid

W Curtis Riddle

Johnathan Rodgers

Royal Rodgers

Charlotte Roy

Vince Sanders

Mara Schiavocampo

Priya Scroggins

Sakina Spruell Cole

David Squires

Chuck Stone

Will Sutton

Ray Taliaferro

Elinor Tatum

Kathy Times

Francis Ward

Mary Ann Warren

John White

Lonnie White

DeWayne Wickham

Vanessa Williams

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Michael Allen

Thomas Allston

Mary Benton

James Blue

Chris Broussard

Henrietta Burroughs

Carmen Camacho

Derrick Chresfi eld

Kari Cobham

Janice Collins

Albert Coqueran

Chanel Davis

Charles Davis

Omekongo Dibinga

Angela Dodson

Tiff any Edwards

Constance Gistand

Charlo Greene

James Harney

Sammi Haynes

Vince Hill

Christopher Howell

Kim Hudson

Amie Hudspeth

Eric Jackson

Lewis Johnson

Will Jones

Miracle King

Charles Lewis

Mira Lowe

Keith Lowhorne

Sharon McCalister

Leona Minto

Doug Mitchell

R. Moore

Monica Neal

Sheron Patterson

Kristen Pope

Gary Anthony Ramsay

Mecca Rayne

Jemita Robinson

Kevin Ross

Stepheca Sawyer

Tiff any Smith-Anoa’i

Carla St. Louis

Craig Staff ord

Aspen Steib

Donna Stewart

Teri Sumbry

Sheila Tenney

Pierre Thomas

Lori Waldon

Linda White

Derrica Wilson

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Norma Adams-WadeDallas Morning News

Carole BartelCORE Magazine

Edward Blackwell (Deceased)Milwaukee Journal

Paul BrockFounding Executive Director

Reginald Bryant (Deceased)Black Perspective on the News

Maureen BunyanWTOP-TV

Crispin CampbellWNET-TV

Charlie CobbWHUR Radio

Marilyn DarlingWHYY-TV

Leon DashThe Washington Post

Joe DavidsonPhiladelphia Bulletin

Allison J. DavisWBZ-TV

Paul DelaneyThe New York Times

William DildayWLBT-TV

Joel DreyfussThe Washington Post

Sam FordWCCO-TV

David GibsonMutual Black Network

Sandra Gilliam-BealeWHIO-TV

Bob GreenleeNew Haven Register

Martha Griffi n National Public Radio

Derwood Hall (Deceased)WSOC-TV

Bob HayesSan Francisco Examiner

Vernon Jarrett (Deceased)Chicago Tribune

Mal Johnson (Deceased)Cox Broadcasting

Toni JonesDetroit Free Press

H. Chuku LeeAfrica Journal Ltd.

Claude LewisPhiladelphia Bulletin

Sandra Dawson LongNews Journal

Pluria MarshallFreelancer

Acel MoorePhiladelphia Inquirer

Luix Overbea (Deceased)Christian Science Monitor

Les PayneNewsday

Claudia PolleyNBC

Alex PoinsettEbony Magazine

Richard RambeauProject Bait

Max Robinson (Deceased)WTOP-TV

Sandra RosenDenver Post

Chuck StonePhiladelphia Daily News

W. Curtis RiddleLouisville (Ky.) Courier Journal

Jeannye ThorntonU.S. News & World Report

Francis WardLos Angeles Times

Charlotte RoyDetroit Free Press

Vince SandersNational Black Network

John C. WhiteWashington Star

DeWayne WickhamThe Baltimore Sun

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSOn behalf of the National Association of Black Journalists, we would like to

extend a special thanks to our fellow sponsors, special guests, and volunteers without whom a convention of this magnitude would not be possible.

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