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news and events<\/h1>\n

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While we don’t have specific statistics on the listed events, JKB shares some broader insights into the impact of such programs based on available data:<\/h3>\n

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“Beyond compliance.”<\/h2>\n

Attending conferences can be a valuable experience for networking, learning, and engaging with professionals and leaders in the field of politics and public policy related to your business. To make the most of these events, follow a strategic plan:<\/h3>\n

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1. Plan Ahead:<\/h2>\n

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Review the event schedule and identify sessions, workshops, and keynotes you want to attend. Zero in on one-to-two things you don\u2019t want to leave without having accomplished.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_phone=”|45px||45px|true|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”6f86e4a9-1608-40db-bb46-5a4107c703d5″ header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-11d3dbbb-f6dc-4fb8-929b-9d6994368d00%22:%91%22header_2_text_color%22%93}”]<\/p>\n

2. Set Clear Goals:
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Define your objectives for attending the event. Are you looking to network, gain knowledge, or promote a specific cause or issue, get leads?<\/p>\n

Identify the individuals or groups you want to connect with during the event. Don\u2019t expect to do everything. The conference is designed to hit all the needs of their audiences, so if you only get to 10% of the offerings, you\u2019re still likely to have made the trip and time worth it.<\/p>\n

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3. Network Effectively:<\/h2>\n

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Bring a stack (\u00bd-inch thick) of business cards (electronic device card sharing is seamless and sexy, but you\u2019ll have to be more laser focused to pull that information back up without the prompt of a business card) and be prepared to exchange contact information with fellow attendees.<\/p>\n

Attend networking events, such as receptions, breakfasts, and luncheons, to meet and interact with other participants. See our newsletter article: \u201cNetworking for introverts.\u201d<\/p>\n

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4. Be Informed:<\/h2>\n

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Stay updated on current political and policy issues, particularly those relevant to the Black and Puerto Rican communities in New York State. Stay informed about the latest legislative initiatives and bills.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Prepare thoughtful questions for speakers and panelists to engage in meaningful discussions.<\/p>\n

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5. Engage with Keynote Speakers:<\/h2>\n

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\nIf possible, participate in Q&A sessions to ask questions or share your perspective. <\/p>\n

Spot the people giving Keynote Addresses and position yourself strategically so that when they exit the side entrance, you are (accidentally) in their path to greet them even briefly.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#560700″ custom_padding=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_phone=”|45px||45px|true|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”6f86e4a9-1608-40db-bb46-5a4107c703d5″ header_2_text_color=”#C3B68D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

6. Actively Participate:<\/h2>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/jkbennett.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/attorney-1.png” title_text=”attorney-1″ _builder_version=”4.20.0″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”65px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”7d983b86-90b3-405d-b152-4f1d4b40ef40″ text_font=”|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Engage in discussions during workshops and breakout sessions. Share your experiences and insights when relevant.<\/p>\n

Volunteer for any event-related activities if you have the time and willingness to contribute.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px|1px|0px|1px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#043d66″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_phone=”|45px||45px|true|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”6f86e4a9-1608-40db-bb46-5a4107c703d5″ header_2_text_color=”#C3B68D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

7. Follow Up:<\/h2>\n

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Continue the conversation and collaboration with individuals or organizations that align with your goals. Don’t worry about apparent non-alignments, they may know an ally who’s not a direct connection.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#560700″ custom_padding=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_phone=”|45px||45px|true|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”6f86e4a9-1608-40db-bb46-5a4107c703d5″ header_2_text_color=”#C3B68D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

8. Promote Your Message:
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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/jkbennett.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/attorney-1.png” title_text=”attorney-1″ _builder_version=”4.20.0″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”65px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”7d983b86-90b3-405d-b152-4f1d4b40ef40″ text_font=”|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]If you have a specific cause or message to share, consider hosting a booth or workshop to reach a broader audience.<\/p>\n

Use social media to share your experiences and insights from the event, and engage in online conversations related to the Caucus Weekend.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_phone=”|45px||45px|true|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”6f86e4a9-1608-40db-bb46-5a4107c703d5″ header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-11d3dbbb-f6dc-4fb8-929b-9d6994368d00%22:%91%22header_2_text_color%22%93}”]<\/p>\n

9. Stay Informed:<\/h2>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/jkbennett.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/attorney-1.png” title_text=”attorney-1″ _builder_version=”4.20.0″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”65px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”7d983b86-90b3-405d-b152-4f1d4b40ef40″ text_font=”|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#333333″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Stay connected with the conference and its initiatives throughout the year, not just during the event weekend. Subscribe to newsletters and join relevant committees or groups.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px|1px|0px|1px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#560700″ custom_padding=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|70px|30px|85px|true|false” custom_padding_phone=”|45px||45px|true|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”6f86e4a9-1608-40db-bb46-5a4107c703d5″ header_2_text_color=”#C3B68D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

10. Reflect and Plan for the Next Year:<\/h2>\n

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53rd Annual New York State Association of Black & Puerto Rican Legislators, Inc. – Caucus Weekend 2024<\/h3>\n

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Friday thru Sunday, February 16 – 18, 2024<\/p>\n

Empire State Plaza Convention Center, Albany, NY<\/p>\n

www.nysabprlinc.org<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Insider Brief:<\/p>\n

Advocacy Opportunities: Engage in advocacy efforts to influence policymakers and promote legislative agendas that prioritize equity, inclusion, and social justice<\/p>\n

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New York City – City University Construction Fund<\/h3>\n

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CUCF Diversity @ Work<\/p>\n

2024 MWBE\/SDVOB Contract Opportunities Conference<\/p>\n

Wednesday Jun 5, 2024
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDT<\/p>\n

JOHN JAY COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE<\/p>\n

534 West 59th Street, New York City<\/p>\n

www.cunybiz.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Insider Brief:<\/p>\n

Explore opportunities for capital investments in state-of-the-art facilities, laboratories, classrooms, and research centers to enhance teaching, learning, and research capabilities at CUNY campuses throughout New York City. Discover sustainability initiatives and green building practices integrated into CUCF construction projects, in alignment with New York City’s sustainability goals that match your business offerings.<\/p>\n

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New York State MWBE Forum – Virtual 2024<\/h3>\n

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14th Annual Statewide MWBE Forum<\/p>\n

October 2024<\/p>\n

Empire State Plaza Convention Center, Albany, NY<\/p>\n

www.nysmwbeforum.org<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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See new initiatives on Youth Empowerment: Keep an eye out for youth-focused events and initiatives aimed at inspiring and empowering the next generation of leaders from communities of color through mentorship, education, and advocacy, where you can be seen as \u201cin-the-know.\u201d[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,1_4,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#003456″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#e02b20 50%|#0c71c3 50%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_enable_image=”off” z_index=”1000″ max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”10px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”-115px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” border_color_top=”#dddddd” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” custom_margin__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” custom_margin__hover=”10px||||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#043d66″ background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”Nanum Myeongjo|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#ffffff” header_3_line_height=”1.5em” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

VETCON – Veterans in Economic Transition<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n

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Monday & Tuesday, November 17th & 18th, 2023<\/p>\n

Albany, NY<\/p>\n

www.vetconny.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Veteran transition programs and initiatives, such as VETCON, play a crucial role in supporting military veterans as they transition from active duty to civilian life.
\nGain insights into key industries and sectors that offer promising career pathways for veterans, such as technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, cybersecurity, and renewable energy, with opportunities for skills translation and career advancement. Determine how your business or capabilities address the unique barriers and systemic challenges facing veterans in their economic transition, including access to education, housing, healthcare, and employment opportunities.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Contact Info” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”gcid-9fa4a1b6-767d-41ca-984c-a6f10449c843″ collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-9fa4a1b6-767d-41ca-984c-a6f10449c843%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”10px|10px|10px|10px|true|true” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”rgba(202,182,161,0.3)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.0″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(202,182,161,0.7) 0%|rgba(202,182,161,0.7) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https:\/\/jkbennett.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/paper-texture.jpg” custom_padding=”60px|60px|60px|60px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|40px|30px|40px|true|true” custom_padding_phone=”20px|30px|20px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.0″ _module_preset=”7e0da43f-fa2c-46b3-b3e1-bf0360414995″ text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Call now for a Free Consultation<\/h3>\n

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