Maryland Black Mayors
presents
/ DISRUPT THE STATUS QUO
Looking to be an innovative leader in your community? Then this conference is for YOU!
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BE INSPIRED TO LEAD WITH INNOVATION! Join elected officials, community activists, civic leaders and business professionals for an inspiring leadership conference that will sharpen your leadership skills in new and exciting ways. Enjoy dynamic networking, interactive workshops, and motivating plenary session speakers that will inspire you to "DISRUPT THE STATUS QUO AND GO FROM GREAT TO GREATER"!
Attendance at The Innovator Conference is completed by registration, and the attendees (we believe) are as extraordinary as the speakers! What happens when remarkable people join together in the same room? The result is unexpected connections, amazing insights, and powerful inspiration. Be sure to register today. Registration is completed once payment is received.
The cost to attend The Innovator Conference is $99. The cost includes admission into the conference, lunch, and a swag bag. Payment can be made through the registration process. The conference will conveniently take place at The Sheraton Inn - College Park located in Beltsville, MD.
This year’s lineup features leaders with diverse backgrounds united around their ability to lead today in view of tomorrow. Whether an elected official, entrepreneur, author, or civil leader, each speaker and workshop presenter has been trusted to teach and inspire others to be innovative leaders in their community.
Date: TBA | Time: TBA | Sheraton - College Park
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KEYNOTES
3
SESSIONS
10
WORKSHOPS
12
SPEAKERS
The Honorable
Petrella Robinson
Mayor of
North Brentwood
"Passing the Baton"
The Honorable
Tracy Gant
Mayor of
Edmonston
"This is Chess, Not Checkers"
The Honorable
Eugene W. Grant
Mayor of
Seat Pleasant
"Smart Cities & YOU!"
The Honorable
Lillie Thompson Martin
Mayor of
Fairmount Heights
"STEM"
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The Honorable
Johnathan Medlock
Mayor of
District Heights
"Mental Health"
The Honorable
James D. Crudup
Mayor of
Eagle Harbor
"Environmental Justice"
Marnitta L. King, Esq.
Past President of MBM
and Former Mayor
"Business, Politics, Law"
The Honorable
Shawn M. Maldon
Mayor of
Capitol Heights
"Millennials as Disrupters"
The Honorable
Malinda Myles
Mayor of
Mount Rainier
"Iron Sharpens Iron"
The Honorable
Sadara Barrow
Mayor of
Colmar Manor
"Money-Matters"
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/ SCHEDULE
SAturday Morning
Registration/Breakfast
8:30 am - 9:00 am
Registration at Main Hall. Continental Breakfast available. Open Networking.
Open Plenary Session
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Opening Remarks. Keynote Speaker.
BREAK 10:00 am - 10:15 am
Breakout Session ONE
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Workshop Choice: Passing The Baton or
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11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Workshop Choice: STEM or Law, Politics and Business
SAturday
afternoon
Breakout Session TWO
1:15 pm - 2:00 pm
Workshop Choice: Like Me, Follow, Tweet Me or Promise Keeper
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2:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Workshop Choice: Iron Sharpens Iron or Money-Matters
BREAK 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Breakout Session THREE
3:30 pm - 4:15 pm
Workshop Choice: Make Room for Stupid Business or Kidprenuers
Workshop Choice: You Look Different or Shut Up and Listen
Closing Plenary Session
4:20 pm - 5:00 pm
Keynote Speaker. Closing Remarks.
LUNCH 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Join us for a Mayor's Panel Discussion in main conference room, during lunch.
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When is the registration deadline?The deadline to register for The Innovator Conference is currenlty open as a new date and time will be announced soon.
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What is the dress attire?Dress comfortably - wear what makes you look flattering. :-) Business casual is a great choice.
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Can you accomodate special dietary needs?Yes! Special dietary needs can be accomodated upon request. Please contact our adminstrative office to inform of any dietary accomodations.
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Is there open or reserved seating?The conference is open seating.
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How old do you have to be to attend The Innovator Conference?Attendees should be 16 years or older.
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When is the registration deadline?The deadline to register for The Innovator Conference is currenlty open as a new date and time will be announced soon.
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What is the dress attire?Dress comfortably - wear what makes you look flattering. :-) Business casual is a great choice.
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Can you accomodate special dietary needs?Yes! Special dietary needs can be accomodated upon request. Please contact our adminstrative office to inform of any dietary accomodations.
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Is there open or reserved seating?The conference is open seating.
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How old do you have to be to attend The Innovator Conference?Attendees should be 16 years or older.
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Questions? Need More Info?
Conference Chair
MBM Leadership
Mayor Shawn Maldon, President
Capitol Heights, MD
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Mayor Lillie Martin, Vice President
Fairmount Heights, MD
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Mayor Malinda Miles, Secretary
Mount Rainier, MD
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Mayor Sadara Barrow, Treasurer
Colmar Manor, MD
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Mayor Petrella Robinson, Boardmember​
North Brentwood, MD
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​Mayor Lee Walker, Baordmember
Landover Hills, MD
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​Mayor Jack Sims, Baordmember
District Heights, MD