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[Richard Payne]

Good Morning Ohio,

We are getting closer to embarking upon one of the most important events of
the National Federation of the Blind, The 2018 National Convention. I am so
excited for my new members! Because I know that they too are eager to
attend; this is why a teleconference call about the endeavor has been
organized for tonight at 7:30 for Cleveland and 7:45 for the State of Ohio.

Dr. Peters, Membership Chair and President Payne has agreed that this would
be beneficial to all. Therefore, Come and join us!

So, the information and agenda is below!
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The Ohio Membership Committee will hold a State wide conference call to
highlight the 2018 National Convention for new attendees. However, all are
welcome, even though you've attended prior conventions. The Membership
Committee is very excited to have you join this spectacular celebration of
membership and camaraderie that proves to leave you enthusiastic and ready
to work on behalf of the federation. 

The conference call will be facilitated by Suzanne Turner, Convention
Planning Chair along with Ohio leaders providing you with information on the
agenda, travel, mobility and more. . So, gather pencil, paper, Braille
writers, slate and stylus, crayons and other writing utensils for dotting
down information. 

Cleveland has requested that their members call in 15 minutes earlier than
those in the State to conduct important business. Then, others can gladly
join the call. 

Again, the agenda is below. 

Cleveland members should call in at 7:30 PM, June 18th 2018. The rest of the
State of Ohio should call in at 7:45 PM.

Teleconference line: (641) 715-3294
Code: 246345
Time: Cleveland: 7:30 PM and Ohio: 7:45 PM
  
If you have questions, please email me off line!

Agenda:
Role Call and Purpose: Suzanne Turner

Open Remarks: Ohio President, Richard Payne

Convention Theme:
INCLUSIVITY, DIVERSITY, AND SOCIAL CONDUCT

Welcome to the 78th annual convention of the National Federation of the
Blind being held in Orlando at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel. 

Note!
When you check in to the hotel, you will be asked to confirm your departure
date. If you decide to leave earlier than the departure date you confirm
when you check in, there may be a change fee.

Florida Para Transit: Suzanne Turner

Travel and Mobility: Barbara Pierce, Ohio President Emeritus
1: mobility 
2: Airport
3: Uber, Lift, Shuttle and more 
4: ETC

Hotel Restaurants and more: Cheryl Fields, Ohio Board Member
1: Rosen Shingle Creek
2: Nearby Eateries

Exhibit Hall and Independent Market: Sherry Albers, Ohio Vice President
1: Time and Location 
2: Visiting 
3: Working
The Exhibit Hall and the NFB Independence Market are located in Sebastian
Ballrooms K and L, Level 1. There is a special sponsor-only exhibitor
preview for convention attendees on Wednesday morning from 9:00 to 11:00
a.m.

Exhibit Hall hours of operation are:
*Wednesday: 9:00 to 11:00 AM (sponsors only)
*Wednesday: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
*Thursday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
*Friday: Noon to 1:45 PM and 7:00 to 9:00 PM
*Saturday: Noon to 1:45 PM (final opportunity to visit the Exhibit Hall)

, Independence Market hours of operation are:
*Wednesday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
*Thursday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
*Friday: Noon to 1:45 PM
*Saturday: Noon to 1:45 PM (final opportunity to visit the Market)

Navigating The Hotel: Barbara Pierce, Ohio President Emeritus
1: The importance of reading the agenda 
2: Learning how to navigate the hotel
3: Human Signs
4: Asking for help

The Importance of Committee Meetings: Richard Payne, Ohio President 
Groups of the National Federation of the Blind serve as a resource to
members around specific topic areas. Groups are coordinated by a chairperson
appointed by the President and are intended to connect members across the
country to strengthen the resource network of the organization.
*Blind Cancer Survivors Support: Isaiah Nelson, Chairperson
*Blind Musicians: Linda Mentink, Chairperson
*Blind Parents: Stacy Cervenka, Chairperson
*Blind Professional Journalists: Elizabeth Campbell and Bryan Bashin,
*Co-Chairpersons
*Careers in Automotive Related Specialties: Marcus Simmons, Chairperson
*Legislative Initiatives: Don Burns, Chairperson
*Living History: Michael Freholm, Chairperson
*NFB in Judaism: David Stayer, Chairperson
*NFB LGBT Group: Tai Tomasi, Chairperson
*NFB Lions: Ramona Walhof and Milton Ota, Co-Chairpersons
*Orientation and Mobility: Edward Bell, Chairperson
*Piano Technology: Don Mitchell, Chairperson
*Travel and Tourism: Amy Baron, President
*Webmasters: Gary Wunder, Chairperson

Review of the agenda: Suzanne Turner
PREREGISTRATION AND ON-SITE REGISTRATION
Registration is a requirement for:
1: Showing badges if necessary
2: Door prizes
3: Other Activities
Registration activities take place in the 
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function area, Level 1 beginning at 
Wednesday at 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.   
Thursday at 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 P.M. 
Friday at 8:45 A.M. to 9:15 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. to 2:00 P.M.
Saturday at 8:15 A.M. to 8:45 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. to 2:00 P.M.
Sunday at 8:15 A.M. to 8:45 A.M.

ROOKIE ROUNDUP
Rookie Roundup logo depicting two "Rs" in a lasso.
All First-time convention attendees are cordially invited to attend a
reception 
Tuesday at 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. in the Panzacola Ballroom G-1, Level 1.
President Riccobono and other Federation leaders will be on hand to welcome
you to the convention and preview the week's activities.

Important Notes: 
The Presidential Suite (13217); 
Dr. Maurer's Suite (13216); 
and the Host Affiliate's Suite (11230) are all open during much of the
convention.

General Sessions will be held in Sebastian Ballrooms I and J, Level 1.
July 6th at 9:30 A.M.
July 7th, at 9:00 A.M.
July 8th, at 9:00 A.M.

Committee and Division Sessions:
We will review

Suzanne Turner
NFBOH-Cleveland Chapter
C: (216) 990-6199


Suzanne Hartfield-Turner, President
NFBOH-Cleveland
P: (440) 462-9755
A: PO Box 141077
Cleveland, Ohio 44114
E: President.NFB.ClevelandOhio at Gmail.com
<mailto:President.NFB.ClevelandOhio at Gmail.com> 

The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the
expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles
between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want;
blindness is not what holds you back.

 



Richard Payne,  President
National Federation of the Blind of Ohio
937-396-5573or 937/829/3368
Rchpay7 at gmail.com
The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the
expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles
between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want;
blindness is not what holds you back


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