National Image Inc. 2018 National Training Program - Kansas City, Missouri

The National Training Program (NTP) focuses on training that provides government employees involved in the management of Hispanic employment and outreach programs the education and skills necessary to reach their full leadership potential and to fully manage their employment programs.

The NTP features workshops in line with OPM/SES Core Qualifications for career development in the Federal workforce. The NTP feature a career fair open to NTP attendees, students participating in the Student Leadership Symposium and the public. Federal agencies have the opportunity to share information with students and the public on Federal government employment opportunities.

Information to be posted soon.

NTP Highlights

Opening Plenary Sessions

Keynote speakers from throughout Federal government provide presentations on topics critical to the mission of our respective agencies and the people we serve as federal employees in support of those missions.

Diversity and Inclusion Plenary

Government agency, academia and private sector leaders share best practices on Diversity and Inclusion.

Seminars and Workshops

* Over 20 workshops on key issues presented by experienced and respected professionals on the issues related to EEO/HR, career development and Latinos.

* Topics which emphasize professional career and personal employee development;

* Topics which focus on communities and how to enhance our relationships within them to enhance recruitment and hiring efforts

Agency Forums

* Forums provide agencies an opportunity to update their personnel on agency policies, procedures and issues.

Career Fair

* Opportunity to outreach to university, college and 300 STEM students, Veterans and the public.

* Three-day event featuring federal agency exhibits. Representative will share employment opportunities with some ready to interview and hiring on the spot.

Other Highlights:

* Executive Mentoring Session/Career Coaching Stations.

* CEO Awards, Women’s Award Luncheon and Salute to Military Gala.

Who Should Attend

Government and private sector employees, managers and supervisors, HR and EEO professionals. Anyone focusing on career development and growth.

Hotel Information

Adam’s Mark Hotel and Conference Center

9103 E 39th St,

Kansas City, MO 64133

Phone: 856-722-1369 (Central Reservation)

http://adamsmarkkc.com/

Group Code is NIC

Low Per Diem rate lodging ($89.00), free Wi-Fi and parking. A positive learning environment.

Partner Opportunities

Partnerships, Agency Exhibits, Nonprofit Booths & Advertisement Opportunities Now Available. For Additional Information contact us at E-mail: 2018partners.image@gmail.com

Speaker and Presenter Information

OPENING SESSION

Welcome– Veronica Vasquez, CEO and President, National Image, Inc.

Keynote Speaker – OPM Update – Allison Wise, Deputy Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, (confirmed)

Keynote Speaker – Dr. Ruth Zalpin, Executive in Residence, Department of Public Administration and Policy, American University, Washington, DC (confirmed)

NCEPS Panel – FAPAC, SAIGE, FEW, IMAGE, BIG, FEDQ

Closing Remarks and Acknowledgement of Committee – Lorenzo Cervantes, Vice-President, National Image, Inc.

Diversity and Affinity Panel

Pedro (Pete) Nieto – USDA (Invited)

Patrick J. Sealer – FBI (confirmed)

Kimberly Castillo – USAid (Invited)

Ricardo Acevedo - Social Security Administration (invited)

Juan Carrizales – National President, HIRE (confirmed)

Visit our website for the agenda which includes extensive information about the workshops and facilitators.

Relevant Government Agencies

Air Force, Army, Navy & Marine Corps, Intelligence Agencies, DOD & Military, Office of the President (includes OMB), Dept of Agriculture, Dept of Commerce, Dept of Education, Dept of Energy, Dept of Health & Human Services, Dept of Homeland Security, Dept of Housing & Urban Development, Dept of the Interior, Dept of Justice, Dept of Labor, Dept of State, Dept of Transportation, Dept of Treasury, Dept of Veterans Affairs, EPA, GSA, USPS, SSA, NASA, Other Federal Agencies, Legislative Agencies (GAO, GPO, LOC, etc.), Judicial Branch Agencies, State Government, County Government, City Government, Municipal Government, CIA, FEMA, Office of Personnel Management, Coast Guard, National Institutes of Health, FAA, Census Bureau, USAID, National Guard Association, EEOC, Federal Government, State & Local Government, FDA, Foreign Governments/Agencies