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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>From:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> National Federation of the Blind <webmaster@nfb.org> <br><b>Sent:</b> Wednesday, June 18, 2025 7:00 PM<br><b>To:</b> Suzanne Turner <smturner.234@gmail.com><br><b>Subject:</b> Convention Communications: Pre-Convention Activities<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr style='height:15.0pt'><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:15.0pt'><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p></td></tr><tr><td valign=top style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width=600 style='width:6.25in'><tr><td style='background:white;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'><img width=600 height=217 style='width:6.25in;height:2.2604in' id="_x0000_i1033" src="https://nfb.org/sites/nfb.org/files/2025-01/2025-convention-email-header.jpg" alt="National Federation of the Blind logo and tagline live the life you want. A colorful illustration of Mardi Gras mask and beads. Text says, National Convention July 8 - 13, 2025 New Orleans."></span><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr><tr><td style='background:white;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><h1><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Meet the Sponsors & Exhibitors\u2014Upcoming Pre-Convention Activities</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>The 2025 National Convention of the National Federation of the Blind is coming up! We are excited to share the information below to help you prepare for your time in New Orleans. We encourage you to share this information with chapter members who may not receive emails.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>More information can also be found at\u202f<a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39290&qid=11438163">nfb.org/convention</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p><h2><span style='font-size:20.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Thank You to the Sponsors of the 2025 National Convention</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>We greatly appreciate the support of the\u202f<a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39291&qid=11438163">2025 National Convention Sponsors</a>. Our partners work with us to raise expectations and achieve the aspirations of all blind people. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>A sponsor showcase virtual preview will be held on <strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Tuesday, June 24 at 8:00 p.m. eastern time</span></strong>. Participants can learn about each sponsor, their newest innovations and programs, and how to connect with them for more information.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Zoom Webinar ID: <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39292&qid=11438163">997 2616 6453</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p><h2><span style='font-size:20.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Plan to Visit the Exhibit Hall </span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>The <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39293&qid=11438163">exhibit hall</a> is one of the most exciting and dynamic elements of the national convention. It is a place to learn about the latest technology, state affiliate and national division resources, and many other products and services of interest to the blind community.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>An exhibitor showcase virtual preview will be held on <strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Thursday, June 26 at 8:00 p.m. eastern time</span></strong>. Participants can learn about each exhibitor, what they will offer in the exhibit hall, and how to connect with them if you miss them in Orlando. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Zoom Webinar ID: <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39294&qid=11438163">938 7445 8797</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p><h2><span style='font-size:20.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Convention 101 for In-Person Attendees </span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>June 30, 8:00 p.m. Eastern\u2014If you are new to convention, join to learn what to expect, engage in the sessions, network with attendees, the convention app, and so much more!</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Zoom Webinar ID: <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39295&qid=11438163">938 7445 8797</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Closed captions will be provided on the Zoom platform, and you may also access the closed captions/transcript through 1CapApp at <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39296&qid=11438163">ECS.1capapp.com/event/nfb</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p><h2><span style='font-size:20.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Log In to the Convention App</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>The NFB25 event can now be accessed via the Attendee Hub platform. Mobile apps are available for both the iOS and Android platforms and a web portal for desktop use. All registrants have received an email invitation with links for both the mobile apps and web portal. The Attendee Hub platform allows users to customize a personal agenda, chat with other Attendee Hub convention goers, and connect with exhibitors.</span><o:p></o:p></p><h2><span style='font-size:20.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Prepare for Your Trip</span><o:p></o:p></h2><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Plan your itinerary</span></strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>: The full agenda is available in several formats on the convention page: <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39297&qid=11438163">2025 National Convention Agenda</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Museum Forum</span></strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>: Register for our session, \u201cImagining Our Museum: The Museum of the Blind People\u2019s Movement,\u201d to share your ideas about the themes and stories that will shape the Museum. Space is limited, so sign up using the <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39298&qid=11438163">Museum Forum Interest form</a>. </span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Legal Appointments</span></strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>: Meet with a disability rights attorney to discuss blindness discrimination concerns. Reservations are required. To reserve your appointment, email <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39299&qid=11438163">legal@nfb.org</a> or call 410-659-9314, extension 2440, no later than Friday, June 27.\u202f</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39300&qid=11438163">Lead and Drive: Give $25 in '25!</a></span></strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>\u2014become a Federation Challenger by getting friends and family to contribute for you and be entered to win prizes.</span><o:p></o:p></li></ul><h2><span style='font-size:20.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>We Can\u2019t Wait for NFB25!</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>We look forward to your participation. 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More information can also be found at <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39290&qid=11438163">nfb.org/convention</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr><tr style='height:6.0pt'><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:6.0pt'><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;display:none'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width=600 style='width:6.25in;background:#002F6D'><tr style='height:45.0pt'><td width=135 style='width:101.25pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:45.0pt'></td><td width=55 style='width:41.25pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:45.0pt'><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=39301&qid=11438163"><span style='text-decoration:none'><img border=0 width=50 height=35 style='width:.5208in;height:.3645in' id="_x0000_i1032" 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