NFBPA - National Forum for Black Public Administrators

Just announced! City of Houston Council Member Dr. Letitia Plummer has been named Honorary Chair for EMERGE Houston! A native Houstonian with a rich multicultural background of African American and Yemeni-Indian heritage, Dr. Plummer’s dedication to public service is rooted in a commitment to justice and community well-being. An alumna of Spelman College and Baylor College of Dentistry, she is not only a practicing dentist but also serves as chair of the Government Operations Committee for the City of Houston. Dr. Plummer has championed initiatives that foster equity and resilience in Houston, including transforming the city’s collaboration with MWBEs, organizing resources for extreme weather resilience, and addressing food insecurity through the ‘Feed the Need Program’ during COVID-19. Her leadership on criminal justice reform, tenant rights, and global business alliances exemplifies her dedication to improving the quality of life for all Houstonians. With Dr. Plummer as our Honorary Chair, EMERGE Houston is set to inspire change and celebrate transformative leadership. There’s still time to register – don’t miss out! We’ll be announcing more speakers and sessions all week. . . . #EMERGEHouston #NRBPA #PublicAdministration #Leadership

We’re excited to introduce our latest additions to the 2025 NFBPA Mentor Program! This next wave of public administration professionals brings diverse talents and perspectives, ready to learn, lead, and drive positive change in communities nationwide. This eight-month initiative has been shaping the future of public administration since 1987, and this year’s cohort includes emerging leaders from across the U.S. #NFBPA #Mentorship #PublicService

#MembersontheMove: Congratulations to Monica Allen on her new role as Assistant City Manager, City of Charlotte, North Carolina! We are so proud to see our members continue to lead and make an impact. . . #NFBPA #PublicService #MemberSpotlight

The NFBPA South Florida Chapter is hosting its Public Administration Day on tomorrow, October 22! This event will welcome Boyd Anderson High School students to explore the inner workings of the aviation industry ✈️ in partnership with Miami International Airport and SSP America. It’s a fantastic opportunity for these students to learn about career pathways in public service and aviation! . . #NFBPA #PublicAdministrationDay #AviationCareers #MiamiInternationalAirport

Congratulations to our South Florida chapter member, Dr. Shirley Sims , for being recognized as one of the Top 50 Women Chiefs of Staff of 2024 by The Women We Admire! https://lnkd.in/gTEgUtaJ

The City of Missouri City, TX has officially joined us as the first local government partner for the upcoming NFBPA EMERGE Conference on November 7th, 2024 in Houston! Their support reflects a strong commitment to empowering leadership in public administration. The conference theme is “What’s Next: Resilience and Adaptation in Public Administration,” focusing on the challenges and opportunities facing local governments today. If you would like to partner with us, there is still time. Email vicepresident@nfbpahoustontx.org to learn more about sponsorship opportunities and how your organization can be part of this impactful event. 📅 Save the Date: November 7, 2024 📍 Location: Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Register Now: https://lnkd.in/grKDgvmU

We are excited to announce the participants of the 2025 Mentor Program! This eight-month initiative, established in 1987, focuses on skill-building and fostering mentor-protégé relationships to shape the future of public administrators. This year’s cohort includes emerging leaders from Florida, Minnesota, Texas, Virginia, California, Ohio, Washington, New Jersey, and Maryland! Stay tuned as we announce more participants later this week! #NFBPA #Mentorship

🎥 Watch this special invite from Cherrelle J. Duncan, President of NFBPA Greater Houston Chapter! We’re just 43 days away from #EmergeHouston on November 7. Get ready for a day packed with powerful sessions, networking with leaders across public and private industries. Plus, the days following Emerge offer an opportunity for members to attend National committee meetings and the Board of Directors Leadership meeting. Register now at https://shorturl.at/d7YZw

Affiliate workshop at the ICMA - International City/County Management Association Conference: Human Intelligence vs. Artificial Intelligence - Exploring the Connection

NFBPA @ ICMA This morning, we gathered for a dynamic discussion at our annual City/County Managers' Breakfast, during the ICMA - International City/County Management Association Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, PA. This year's event featured an exceptional panel of leaders from both the public and private sectors who tackled the pressing challenges that city and county managers face as we work towards a sustainable future. Moderated by Marcia L. Conner, NFBPA Executive Director, and featured: ⚫️Kaye Bealer: Program Director and Associate Vice President, Strategic Client Services at AECOM ⚫️Darnell Brown: NFBPA President and Retired COO, City of Cleveland, OH ⚫️Opal Mauldin-Jones: City Manager, City of Lancaster, TX ⚫️Cedric Alexander, Law Enforcement Expert, NBC As we confront the realities of climate change, urbanization, and socio-economic disparities, building resilient communities has never been more essential. Our speakers shared innovative strategies and insights on a range of topics, including technology integration, infrastructure, public safety, and community preparedness for the impacts of climate change. A special thank you to ICMA’s newly elected president, Tanya Ange, for her welcome to and for accepting the “Recognition for Excellence in Public Service” award on behalf of Marc Ott in his absence. . . . #NFBPA #ICMAConference #Leadership #PublicService