Conference Schedule

6pm - 7pm Registration & Pre-Networking Mixer
07:00 pm "The Good, The Bad and the Ugly of Credit" Maximizing the power within!
07:25 pm BREAK
07:40 pm “Where’d the Time Go?” Effective & proven stress and time management skills we could all use!
08:05 pm Exhibitor Networking Showcase & Sponsors only Open Mic
08:20 pm “Successful Entrepreneurship means mastering the Art of Relationship Building”
08:50 pm “Managing Thoughts and Embracing Change”
09:25 pm BREAK
09:45 pm Door Prizes & Closing Presentation
  Open Networking Breakdown Exhibits



Topics Overview

Session 1: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly of Credit – Maximizing the power within!

Session 2: “Where’d the Time Go?” Effective & proven stress and time management skills we could all use!

General Overview:
Success involves effectively managing your time and establishing routines you can live with that allow you to achieve at your full potential. We are bombarded with deadlines, priorities, daily pressures, weekly planning, overload, setting goals, gaining control over your time, procrastination and work life balance. Now is the time for you to take a moment for yourself, to step back, look at the big picture; Come explore common problems and discuss key issues that most entrepreneurs encounter. Learn how to avoid burnout, achieve your goals and make time for your real priorities.

You will learn how to: Set goals and priorities that enable you to effectively manage your time; Monitor daily work habits and determine areas for improvement; Plan daily tasks and goals that align with your mission statement; Identify, evaluate and select tools that help with time and priority management; Avoid over-committing yourself and combat procrastination; Balance your professional and personal lives; Implement a personal time-management action plan.


Session 3: Successful Entrepreneurship means mastering the Art of Relationship Building

General Overview:
This dynamic, thought provoking session seeks to improve attendee skills in working with people, both in their career and in their personal life. The principles learned during this session will equip attendees to understand why people react the way they do, plan and realize change in their interpersonal habits, establish rapport with others and build effective teams, handle difficult situations and difficult people, and get the results they want. In today’s competitive business environment, you have to build successful work relationships and interact with people in a positive way to achieve your organizational goals. The first step in building better work relationships is to become aware of the differences among people—and to be willing to accept these differences as a positive force within an organization. And it all starts with you. This session will prepare you to create better work relationships by becoming a “conscious communicator.” You’ll return to work better able to build constructive and beneficial work relationships by learning how to analyze situations and consciously select and use productive communication strategies.


Session 4: Managing Thoughts and Embracing Change

General Overview:
In this session, our speaker will explore the way in which your thoughts affect your moods and, conversely, the way in which your moods affect your thoughts. You will be exposed to relaxation techniques which will teach you how to interrupt your thoughts and change your moods. Topics include embracing change and learning the skills to help leave unproductive habits behind and move forward with confidence. You will focus on what works in your business and life and what should be left behind. You will need to use your strengths to build your solutions.

* Develop flexibility in actions, thoughts and feelings to better handle any situation

Avoid mistakes and conflicts that may result from misinterpreting others or ineffective listening

 

Entertainment Provided by:

No Junk Productions
No Junk ProductionsNo Junk Productions has picked up the mantle for those who may have lost hope but who might have their spirits lifted through the Creative Arts.

Executive Director, India Hines is the Master Chef who mixes the ingredients starting with an abundance of love, a pinch of laughter, an ounce of joy, a pound of good feelings and baked at a low temperature so as to not overcook, “Food For Your Soul" when completely cooked, lifts you up and feeds your soul. "Food For Your Soul” is one of many projects to be presented by No Junk Productions because India feels that people are hungry for a positive message of love presented in a fun-filled format.
www.nojunkproductions.com

Featuring the following guest performances:

Antonia Lawrence
Antonio LawrenceAntonia has a unique multicultural background. She was born in Manchester, England, her parents are from Jamaica and she was raised in Canada. She now resides in the Atlanta, GA with her husband, David and family. She enrolled into Oral Roberts in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and this is where her ministry began and where she discovered the gift God had given to her. As Antonia grew in the knowledge of God, so did her talent as singer, songwriter and worship leader.

Her music reflects her multicultural background through the diversity of styles, mixed with lyrics that capture God word for today’s generation. On her new project called “Global Hallelujah” you can experience the excitement of live praise and worship with Antonia Lawrence. This 2 disc DVD/CD set, includes live concert footage, Antonia’s testimony, and interviews. Anointed with the gifts of her praise and worship ministry, Antonia’s signature style celebrates the presence of God and inspires and stirs up a passion to worship Him.

Experience the excitement of praise and worship with Antonia Lawrence. Antonia’s signature cross-cultural and contemporary style of music, celebrates the presence of God, and ignites a passion for worship. Her energy and enthusiasm is contagious and compelling. Antonia’s music brings the truth of God’s word and illustrates the unity available to all believers joining together to worship the Lord. As you listen to this inspiring music, may you be blessed and refreshed!!
www.antonialawrence.com

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Guest Speakers

Willie Clark
Senior Partner of Clark and Associates

Topic: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly of Credit – Maximizing the power within!

Willie ClarkIn 2005, Clark started his own credit consulting firm, Clark and Associates. At the President of Clark and Associates, he expanded the company with clients such as New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, Edmondson and Associates, Urban Hope, Christian Business Network, Pencillwox, SunTrust Bank, Thompson and Associates Realtors, and Freedom Concepts USA. Clark founded Clark and Associates in 2005 out of a need to help and compel business owners, leaders, groups, individual, and organizations across the country to commit themselves and their resources to the spiritual values, dignity, integrity, and responsibilities that are the foundation of this county. The programs and services are offered in the faith-based community, corporate arena, and homes of families and individuals. In addition, the program is offered at the training Institution of EDN, located in Atlanta, Georgia.

As an entrepreneur and business leader, Clark understands how the current workforce challenges-including the lack of understanding corporate and business credit and how it affects the bottom line. Clark guides entrepreneurs, individuals, groups, organizations, home buyers, and investors through the process of improving their credit scores, managing debt, and investing for the future. Aware of the alarming statistics that indicate and increase in bankruptcy, judgments, collections, and rising debt, Clark guides consumer and leaders through the process of managing their financial outlook by maximizing the power of credit and debt.

Charly McCracken
Arthur, Speaker, Trainer, Coach

Topic: “Where’d the Time Go?” Effective & proven stress and time management skills we could all use!

Charley McCrackenCharly McCracken is the CEO of Motivational Pearls Enterprises, LLC, an adult personal and business development consulting organization and Executive Director of The Decorum Group, an etiquette and enrichment training organization designed to address the social development needs of children ages 6 – 19, located in Jonesboro, GA. She provides motivational speeches, workshops, community activities, field trips, retreats and coaching sessions.

Charly is unquestionably proficient at providing high-impact programs in personal development. Acknowledged as an expert consultant, speaker and coach, she is a former corporate trainer of a leading international communications company where she traveled nationally providing on-the-job training opportunities for thousands of employees. She has also developed and implemented two youth summer camps (The Lake Harbin Teen Club and The Heavenly Peaches) in Clayton County.

Author of “Pathway to Success” and “Get a Life” (recently published works), Charly focuses on providing the gaps in knowledge that create success. In her books, she discusses the mental attitudes and internal power that propel people into success. Her step-by-step methods will help pave the bridge of life to take people from where they are now to where they aspire to be.



Maria D. Mullen
Professional Certified Trainer . Speaker . Consultant

Topic: Managing Thoughts and Embracing Change

Maria MullenMaria has spent over 15 years as a professional certified trainer and consultant for major corporations such as Coca-Cola Enterprises, the American Cancer Society and others. Her national and international audiences have run the gamut from top executives, administrative support staff, production employees, to truck drivers and engineers.

As a professional speaker Maria has a power in her words that leaves people not just motivated and inspired, but changed. She has developed programs that focus on helping individuals and corporations transition from goal to goal. She is an accomplished author and has produced a host of products such as Confronting and Conquering Your Life Paralyzing Fears, Money is Never THE Problem, and Remarkable Women of Faith.

Maria has a unique way of empowering you to change your vision about the obstacles in front of you, so that you can see the opportunities more clearly. Her life-changing presentations have impacted many groups, including: corporate teams, industry associations, youth groups, and church groups.

Vic Bolton
President of Capital Strategic Communications

Topic: Successful Entrepreneurship means mastering the Art of Relationship Building

Vic BoltonVic Bolton is the president of Capital Strategic Communications Group, an Atlanta-based consultancy that specializes in strategic public relations, image management, branding, governmental affairs and communications. He brings over 25 years of corporate experience to the table across a broad spectrum of industries. An Atlanta native, his professional career has included stops at IBM, BellSouth, Coca-Cola USA, SBC Communications, World Changers Ministries and Affiliated Worldwide, in positions that have ranged from sales rep to media spokesman to senior management. Known for an upbeat, high-energy communications style full of humor and relevant insight, he is a frequent speaker at conferences, workshops and seminars. Vic’s wife Jade is the principal of an elementary school in Fayetteville, Georgia, and they are the proud parents of two boys – Garett (21) and Gavin (19) – and one girl – Logan (8). His philosophy of life is taken from two of his favorite quotes – “Service is your rent for the space you occupy” and “Preach the gospel at all times – use words if necessary.”


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Sista Sepia
Sista SepiaSista Sepia's desire is to IMPACT one life at a time with the love and saving power of her personal Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She has made a vow unto the Lord to use all her gifts and talents for God’s Glory alone. Sista Sepia also has a Strong passion to encourage and exhort others in the Creative Arts Ministry to do the same in order for God and God alone to be praised and lifted. Sista Sepia was born in Columbus, Ohio and moved to Atlanta, Georgia in 1994.

Sista Sepia is a former co-host of the Nationally Syndicated radio program, “The Holy Hip Hop” show which is dedicated to taking the gospel to the streets using gospel rap. Sista Sepia has ministered in many churches and schools, opened as an artist for Jagged Edge at Stonecrest Mall, performed as a guest artist for Mayor Shirley Franklin's Gospel Celebration, and acted in a play called “The Journey.” She has also been featured on various recordings; including Bishop Eddie Long's CD “Those who are not prepared will not survive”, “It's All About Him” by Ole' Pete key and “I Die Daily” by Elle Roc. Currently Sista Sepia is a Co-Host for the “Food for Your Soul” radio program on WIGO 1570 AM the light. Sista Sepia is also currently working on her solo project, as well as, ministering to her husband and two lovely children.
www.SistaSepia.com


G o 2
Go 2G o 2 is a young progressive gospel duo that mixes rap and rhythm to come up with a unique style of music. They believe in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior and it is their goal to spread the Gospel and to win lost souls to Christ through their music as well as their lifestyle. The group does not compromise their faith for the sake of record sells or popularity. The name Go2 comes from Luke 10:1 "After these things the Lord appointed seventy others also, and sent them two by two before His face into every city and place where He Himself was about to go. (NKJV)". It is their hope that their music would cross the lines of gender, age and race in order to touch the hearts and minds of all who listen.
www.myspace.com/go2180