<div dir="ltr"><div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Hi everyone,</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">It\u2019s finally here \u2014 <b>Convention Week!</b> <span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f64c</span>
But before we pack our bags and our Braille displays, take a few minutes to
catch up on <b>everything happening around the Fairfax Chapter</b>. There\u2019s a
lot of fun, learning, and leadership ahead, and we don\u2019t want you to miss a
thing.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">If you have any questions or need anything at all, Christine
or I are just a message away.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif"> </span></b></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal"><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f4bc</span> Want to Join the Fairfax Chapter Leadership
Team?</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Now\u2019s your chance to step up and shape the future of our
chapter! The <b>Nominating Committee</b> is finalizing a slate for upcoming <b>officer
and board elections</b>.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">If you\u2019ve been thinking about getting more involved\u2014or
you\u2019re just ready to lead\u2014reach out to: <b>Ameenah A. Ghoston</b>, Nominating
Committee Chair at <b><a href="mailto:ameenahg@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)">ameenahg@gmail.com</a></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif"> </span></b></p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal"><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f3ad</span> Pre-Convention Fun: Cheer on Christine at a
Free Improv Show!</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>When:</b> Monday, October 27, 8:00\u20139:00 PM (doors open
7:30\u2014don\u2019t be late!)</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Where:</b> Little Theatre of Alexandria, 600 Wolf Street,
Alexandria, VA</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Need some joy before convention kicks off? How about <b>free
joy</b>\u2014with <b>refreshments</b>?</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Come support <b>our very own Christine</b> in a one-hour
improv show that promises laughs, light goodies, and a few adult beverages for
those who indulge. It\u2019s fun, friendly, and yes\u2014there\u2019s plenty for your ears to
enjoy even if you can\u2019t see the stage antics.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Bring your best laugh and a friend\u2014it\u2019s the perfect way to
start the week!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"> </p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal"><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f4bb</span> Pre-Convention Power-Up: \u201cWhat\u2019s New &
Next with JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion\u201d</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>When:</b> Monday, October 27 at 7:00 PM ET</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Where:</b> On Zoom (link below)</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Join <b>Vispero</b> for a look at the newest accessibility
tools and features:</p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">The
latest updates and capabilities available now</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">A
preview of the redesigned <b>Fusion</b> interface</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Insights
on how <b>AI</b> is shaping the future of accessibility and training</li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">This session includes <b>live demos, discussion, and Q&A</b>\u2014a
great way to get inspired before the convention begins.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Join Zoom Meeting:</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89096927133?pwd=rHO3WAJgTH2VElDbchGPIEZ0lE9sfF.1" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)">https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89096927133?pwd=rHO3WAJgTH2VElDbchGPIEZ0lE9sfF.1</a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Meeting ID:</b> 890 9692 7133</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Passcode:</b> 980610</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"> </p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal"><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f3c6</span> Convention Starts This Thursday!</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">It\u2019s finally here\u2014the week we\u2019ve been waiting for! Expect
inspiring sessions, meaningful connections, and lots of learning.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><a href="https://nfbv.org/agenda" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)">Find all the details in
the <b>official convention agenda</b></a>, and if you need anything at all,
contact me directly: <span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f4f1</span> Jeremy \u2013 614-519-3026</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">We can\u2019t wait to connect with you throughout the week.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"> </p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal"><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Symbol",sans-serif">\U0001f5d3</span> Fairfax Board Meeting Rescheduled</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">To avoid conflicts with convention, our next <b>Fairfax
Chapter Board Meeting</b> will now be held: <b>Sunday, November 9, 5:00\u20136:00 PM
ET | </b><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5016017010?pwd=NEdiaFJVY2paSzczYnI0aEpjbWFRdz09" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)">Access
the meeting on zoom here.</a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"> </p>
<h2 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;line-height:115%;break-after:avoid;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Aptos Display",sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);font-weight:normal"><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f384</span> Save the Date: December 13 = Two Big Events!</h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Mark your calendars\u2014<b>Saturday, December 13</b> is shaping
up to be a <i>very</i> special day:</p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>10:00
AM \u2013 Noon:</b> Fairfax & Loudoun County Chapters are teaming up with
our <b>state delegates and senators</b> for a <b>joint Town Hall</b>. More
details coming in November.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Evening:</b>
The <b>NFB of Virginia Northern Virginia Holiday Party</b>\u2014a night of
celebration and connection! Details also coming in November.</li>
</ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Let\u2019s make this week (and the months ahead) something
special.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">See you at convention, at the improv, and at all the amazing
events to come!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Warmly,</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Your NFBV Fairfax Chapter Leadership</b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><b>Jeremy W. Grandstaff </b>(He/Him) </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Vice President, NFBV-Fairfax Chapter</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Senior Learning & Organization Development Strategist</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f440 </span></b><b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmWk7MEfFP4" target="_blank">2025TEDxYpsilanti Speaker</a> | Podcast Guest <a href="https://youtu.be/GMSOH7Llj_U" target="_blank">(Sphere of Influence)</a></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\u270d\ufe0f</span></b><b> Author of Upcoming Book on Building
Stronger Organizational Culture </b></p>
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co-Facilitator of Learning Without Limits </b><b>& the <a href="http://iccl.online/" target="_blank">Professional Certificate
in Cultural Competence</a></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal">Office: 202-810-5368 | Cell: 614-519-3026 | <a href="mailto:jwg@SGEndeavors.com" target="_blank">jwg@SGEndeavors.com</a></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f4a1</span></b><b> Always
open to bold conversations about what\u2019s next. Are you building something
meaningful and looking for a leader who can move people and
systems to action\u2014let\u2019s talk about me joining you.</b></p>
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