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<DIV style="FONT: 10pt arial">----- Original Message -----
<DIV style="BACKGROUND: #e4e4e4; font-color: black"><B>From:</B> <A
title=kevanworley@blindmerchants.org
href="mailto:kevanworley@blindmerchants.org">Kevan Worley</A> </DIV>
<DIV><B>To:</B> <A title=ruthfalligan@mindspring.com
href="mailto:ruthfalligan@mindspring.com">'Al Falligan'</A> ; <A
title=artds55@comcast.net href="mailto:artds55@comcast.net">'Art Stevenson'</A>
; <A title=clbtallen@aol.com href="mailto:clbtallen@aol.com">Charles and Betty
Allen</A> ; <A title=harold.wilson2@verizon.net
href="mailto:harold.wilson2@verizon.net">'Harold Wilson'</A> ; <A
title=azbep1nc23@aol.com href="mailto:azbep1nc23@aol.com">'Jim Farley'</A> ; <A
title=johnfritz@centurytel.net href="mailto:johnfritz@centurytel.net">'John
Fritz'</A> ; <A title=rkvend@aol.com href="mailto:rkvend@aol.com">'Kim
Williams'</A> ; <A title=lhr1827@optonline.net
href="mailto:lhr1827@optonline.net">'Lynn Reynolds'</A> ; <A
title=nickycolorado@netscape.net href="mailto:nickycolorado@netscape.net">'Nick
Gacos'</A> ; <A title=sdy10vend@comcast.net
href="mailto:sdy10vend@comcast.net">'Scott Young'</A> ; <A
title=gatewaygrill1@netzero.net href="mailto:gatewaygrill1@netzero.net">'Sharon
Paris'</A> ; <A title=sharonparis@comcast.net
href="mailto:sharonparis@comcast.net">'Sharon Paris'</A> ; <A
title=one.fisherman@hawaiiantel.net
href="mailto:one.fisherman@hawaiiantel.net">'Virgil Stinnett'</A> ; <A
title=dwm2@netzero.net href="mailto:dwm2@netzero.net">'Dave Merritt'</A> ; <A
title=ballahack@earthlink.net href="mailto:ballahack@earthlink.net">David
Phillips</A> ; <A title=don.hudson@att.net href="mailto:don.hudson@att.net">'don
hudson'</A> ; <A title=gene_fleeman@yahoo.com
href="mailto:gene_fleeman@yahoo.com">'Gene Fleeman'</A> ; <A
title=HackneyCharles@aol.com
href="mailto:HackneyCharles@aol.com">HackneyCharles@aol.com</A> ; <A
title=jeremiah54@earthlink.net href="mailto:jeremiah54@earthlink.net">'Jeremiah
Wells'</A> ; <A title=jrs3147@comcast.net href="mailto:jrs3147@comcast.net">'Joe
Shaw'</A> ; <A title=jeg80@comcast.net href="mailto:jeg80@comcast.net">John
Gerber</A> ; <A title=jpj1955@aol.com href="mailto:jpj1955@aol.com">'john
Jones'</A> ; <A title=hjm2@verizon.net href="mailto:hjm2@verizon.net">'Lorraine
Magnessun'</A> ; <A title=mannyjs@gmail.com
href="mailto:mannyjs@gmail.com">'Manny Sifuentes'</A> ; <A
title=mhenterprise@bellsouth.net href="mailto:mhenterprise@bellsouth.net">'Mary
Hayes'</A> ; <A title=pjschnurr@att.net
href="mailto:pjschnurr@att.net">'Pamela'</A> ; <A title=bimbo@unm.edu
href="mailto:bimbo@unm.edu">'Ray Marshall'</A> ; <A title=suncat0@gmail.com
href="mailto:suncat0@gmail.com">suncat0@gmail.com</A> ; <A
title=wdblackis@comcast.net href="mailto:wdblackis@comcast.net">'Willie
Black'</A> </DIV>
<DIV><B>Sent:</B> Tuesday, June 21, 2011 11:57</DIV>
<DIV><B>Subject:</B> BLAST+ Document for Wide Distribution</DIV></DIV>
<DIV><BR></DIV>
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<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Greetings,<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">What happened to
spring? It is already hot as a blast furnace. Speaking of BLAST, hotel rooms are
really moving quickly. This is truly exciting. We must act now. I hope that you
plan to attend BLAST+ in Nashville, Tennessee on September 21<SUP>st</SUP>
through the 24<SUP>th</SUP>. As you probably know, this is a first rate
conference facility. BLAST+ will be hosted by one of the top rated hotels in the
Marriott chain. Room rates are only $114.00 plus tax. <U>Please send this
information to the blind vendors and the staff members with whom you
work.<o:p></o:p></U></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">We
are only months away from our 2011 BLAST+ training and networking conference.
This year’s blockbuster and empowering BLAST+ training agenda has not been
completely finalized. It is coming together, and we are extremely excited about
the array of instruction that we will be able to provide at a reasonable cost to
agencies, organizations, and blind entrepreneurs. BLAST+ (Business Leadership
and Superior Training) will offer a robust, expanded curriculum and a larger
show of exhibitors than ever before.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Former
New York Governor David Patterson will share his experience. As the first blind
Governor in the nation, he has much to say about the bureaucracy, business, and
blindness. We will hear from Dave Ramsey as well as Chris LoCurto from Dave’s
team of wealth building experts. Many will recognize Dave Ramsey’s name from his
bestselling book <I>The Total Money Makeover.</I> He is heard by millions on
hundreds of radio stations. Mr. Ramsey is seen on the FOX Business
channel. We will also hear from Eric Alexander. He accompanied Eric
Weihenmayer to the top of Mount Everest. Mr. Weihenmayer was the
first blind person to summit Everest. Eric has inspired thousands with his
stories of extreme outdoor, “daring do.” He is in high demand by Fortune
1000 companies. Eric teaches and truly does inspire leadership through teamwork.
<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Many
agencies are finding successful vocational outcomes through self-employment.
Many blind people want to open businesses. This year, BLAST+ partners with the
University of New Orleans-Center for Entrepreneurship (ExcEL). September
21<SUP>st</SUP> and 22<SUP>nd</SUP> we will offer several targeted short courses
to meet the needs of anyone interested in building small business opportunities.
Here are some examples:<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><B><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Asset
Management</SPAN></B><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">—Advanced
Class <o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Time length
1:15<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">This session will
utilize financial statements to assess and make financial decisions for
businesses that want to check on the health of the business compared to other
businesses in the same sector, make decisions regarding expansion, and strategic
planning. What can I as a business owner learn about my business’s current
health and potential longevity?<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><B><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Components of the
Business Plan</SPAN></B><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">—Beginner
Class <o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Time length
1:15<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">This session will
focus on the various components of a complete business plan. Participants will
receive an outline of a complete business plan which includes but is not limited
to, the business environment, industry information, marketing and promotional
information, operations, and management. Everything a business owner would need
to seek a loan from a bank, or make decisions about their business is included
in this session, including three years of financial statements and a balance
sheet.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><B><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Entrepreneurship
Motivation</SPAN></B><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">—Beginner
Class <o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Time length
1:15<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">This session is on
providing over-the-top customer service. It will include a short video titled
<I>Give Them the Pickle</I>, and will be followed by discussion and
exercises.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><B><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Growth
Firms</SPAN></B><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">—Advanced
session<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><A name=OLE_LINK2></A><A name=OLE_LINK1><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">This session will be
geared towards expansion funding and will be taught by Professors from
Vanderbilt University, a Nashville banker and representatives of the
United States Small Business Administration.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></A></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><B><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Apps for the Visually
Impaired</SPAN></B><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">—Advanced
Class <o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Time length
1:15<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">This session is about
apps for the Apple I Pad, I Touch, and I Phone that are accessible to the blind
and visually impaired. Instruction provided by University of New Orleans and
Hadley school for the Blind.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%"><SPAN
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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">We
are developing additional curriculum in partnership with Tennessee Services for
the Blind and the NFB Jernigan Institute. BLAST+ will offer officials from state
agencies two exclusive sessions to share ideas and information with one another.
It is likely that officials from RSA, GSA, USPS, SBA, the Department of Labor
and others will present at the conference. <o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">This
year BLAST+ (re-branded to include new programming) adjusts its focus to deal
with the reality of a changing Randolph-Sheppard and a changing business climate
for the blind and those professionals with whom we work. Wednesday and much of
Thursday we will offer additional instruction and motivational
presentations for those working to build business opportunities in addition to,
or independent of Randolph-Sheppard. We are finalizing plans for EBay training
and other opportunities to investigate internet based
businesses.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Given
the interest already being expressed by technology, business product,
restaurant, vending and equipment companies, the BLAST+ Trade Show will be the
largest in our prestigious history. You should know that BLAST+ is an RSA
approved, quality upward mobility training conference. As always, the food and
beverage, the entertainment, excursions and networking will be well worth
everyone’s time. We know that budgets are tight. But, the BLAST+ conference is
worth it because it provides not only motivation, but we offer solutions which
bring results. We are expanding BLAST+ to offer blind vendors training which
will certainly enhance their business operations. As you can see, we are also
bringing training curriculum to anyone interested in business development. <U>I
am asking that you circulate information about the new BLAST+ experience to all
of the rehabilitation counselors within your agency.</U> As you know,
Randolph-Sheppard is not for everyone. We need to reach blind clients and those
working in the arenas of self-employment. I would love to visit with you to
answer any questions that you might have. There are a few scholarships
available. We may be able to direct you and your constituents to funding
sources. <o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">We
hope this gives you a good sense of the quality curriculum we will offer. We
know it will meet your need for high quality instruction, networking,
team-building, leadership development, information exchange and career
exploration. <o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">In
the meantime, get your approval, secure your funding, and make your plans and
reservations at the Nashville Airport Marriott Hotel. Rooms can be booked now.
Simply call the Nashville Airport Marriott (615-889-9300), tell them that you
are booking for the National Association of Blind Merchants, BLAST +. Rooms are
available at the unbelievably low rate of $114.00 per night plus applicable
taxes. These rates are effective from Monday the 19th through Saturday,
September 24th, 2011. Music city is beautiful in the fall and as always, space
is at a premium. Act quickly to enjoy the party and promise of BLAST +. Register
online for BLAST+ to take advantage of the early bird registration rate or call
our office for further details. More detailed information is in the Save the
Date material on our website (</SPAN><A
href="http://www.blindmerchants.org"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">www.blindmerchants.org</SPAN></A><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">.)
You can also see examples of previous BLAST educational conferences on our
website. Thank you. See you at BLAST+.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">At Your
Service,<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 28pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Vladimir Script'">Kevan
Worley<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Executive
Director<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">National
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