Transcript 100 BLACK MEN UPSTATE, SC

100
BLACK MEN
UPSTATE, SC
The Vision
Forward
100
BLACK MEN
UPSTATE, SC
Thursday October 25, 2012 5:30PM
The Hyatt Hotel Greenville, SC
Agenda
Call to Order
Invocation
Minutes
The Mission
Executive Team
Programs /Development /Events
Treasurer
Next Meeting : November 29, 2012 – Michelin HQ
Adjournment
“What they see is what they’ll be”
Mission / Vision / Values
• Mission – To improve the quality of life within our
communities and enhance educational and economic
opportunities for our children
• Vision – To serve as a beacon of leadership, creating
an environment where our children are motivated to
achieve and become self-sufficient shareholders in
the economic and social fabric of their communities.
• Values – To remain committed to the intellectual
development of youth and the economic
empowerment of our people based on the following
precepts: respect for family, spirituality and integrity.
Programs
• Mentoring – The cornerstone program, through which
children are encouraged to be healthy, educated, contributing
members of our society.
• Education – Not just to provide scholarship support, but
taking an active role in primary and secondary education in
our community.
• Health & Wellness – A vital component of a thriving
community. We will partner with health organizations and
other non-profits to address those ills that impact our
community
• Economic Development – Fuels our livelihoods, by engaging
our communities in on-point discussions focused on
budgeting, saving, credit education and investing.
VP, Programs
Jameel Allen
100 Black Men of the Upstate
Annual 100 Black Men of America
Golf Tournament
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Target all Golfers in the Upstate
Explore the option of bringing in Corporate Sponsors for the event
Recruit volunteers (will be key) from the 100 Black Men of the Upstate
Work with Local Car Dealerships for sponsorships (Par 3/Hole In one
Opportunities)
– Course Selection Short-list: Thornblade, Village Greens, Verde, Etc.
– Present half of the proceeds via check format for scholarship purposes
– $50K raised by Chapter in Atlanta
Committee Chair will be established for event
Speed Mentoring in the Greenville
County School System
– Facilitate Speed Mentoring each quarter
– Select four schools each year (Choose one school per quarter)
– Each member should strive to attend at least one Speed Mentoring
Session
– The greater the number, the stronger we are
– Everyone required to wear business attire and wear 100 Pin
– The main aim is to spend productive time with students and establish
mentoring/protégé relationships
– Leave collateral material behind for educational purposes (children,
teens & parents)
– Leverage existing relationships with Superintendent, Principals, &
State Legislatures in the Upstate
Committee Chair will be established for event
Black Expo Sponsor
– Set up booth with special educational collateral on
empowering the Youth
– Provide guest speaker for the program
– Provide mentoring session during the Black Expo
– Register early and invite all chapter members to attend
– Fantastic Event & Could Also be an excellent event to
recruit additional members
Committee Chair will be established for event
Host Upstate College Fair for High Schools
Juniors/Seniors in the Upstate
– Proposed location is TD Center, Greenville, SC
– Coordinate with universities across the state
– Reach out to each high school In the Upstate ( Target both
Juniors & Seniors in high school
– This could be a very significant event if we move forward
– Explore the option of corporate sponsors
– Education Empowerment (Theme for Event)
Committee Chair will be established for event
Sponsor 100 Black Men of the Upstate Football Classic
(Target Year - FY'2014)
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Benchmark the Atlanta Classic held in Atlanta
Host city should be in Greenville, SC
Target college or high school level
Will need major sponsors
Cost should reside with University
The event should be built around cross pollinating with the student
athletes and other youth in the upstate
– Event would be one of the largest PR intensive events supported by
the 100 Black Men of the Upstate
– Potential Stadiums: Bilo-Center, Fluor Field, etc?
Committee Chair will be established for event
Year-end Holiday Celebration at Michelin on
Main
– Video of the 100 Accomplishments
– Special Recognition of the 100 Black Men of
America of the Upstate
– Special drawings and silent auction
– Light food and spirits
– DJ / Jazz
VP, Development
Derric Sewell
100 Black Men of the Upstate
Development
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RE-CONNECTING WITH MEMBERS
NEW MEMBERSHIP
RETAINING MEMBERS
DUES
VP, Events
Berra Byrd
100 Black Men of the Upstate
Special Events
• Focus will be to work with the membership as
well as outside contacts on events in the
upstate
• Communicate all details that involve our
support & partnerships
• I will be reaching out to individuals & entities
for opportunities to create visibility
Treasurer
Robbie Robinson
100 Black Men of the Upstate
Treasurer Report
Dues Allocation
Treasurer Report
• 2011 Expenses $24,586
– Scholarships
– Professional Services
– Sponsorships
– Annual Christmas Event
• 2012 Expense $21,206
– Same as Above
• Current Balance $28,939.57
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UPSTATE, SC
Thank You
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UPSTATE, SC
Thank You
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BLACK MEN
UPSTATE, SC
Thank You