Associates Agenda Monday, July 23, 2018 ARRIVALS Tuesday, July 24, 2018 The Power of Purpose ARRIVALS:

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1 Associates Agenda Monday, July 23, 2018 ARRIVALS: Regional Officers, National Legal Advisor, National Parliamentarian, National Committee Chairs, National Protocol Committee 8:00am - 5:00pm National Office Opens; Crossroads, Westin, EO Level & Van Horn A&B, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 8:00am - 11:59pm Central Region Office/Volunteer Room; Westport, Westin, Ballroom Level 12:30pm Habitat for Humanity: House Ribbon Cutting 3:00pm - 8:00pm VIP Registration Opens; Century Ballroom A, Westin, Ballroom Level 3:00pm - 8:00pm Registration Opens; Century Ballroom A, Westin, Ballroom Level 6:00pm 8:00pm Five Star Committee Meeting; Brookside, Westin, Lobby Level 9:00pm 11:00pm Chapter Excellence 2.0 Committee Meeting; Independence, Westin, Lobby Level Tuesday, July 24, 2018 The Power of Purpose ARRIVALS: Delegates/Alternates, Registered Members, Associates, Fathers, Children, & Teens 7:30am - 7:00pm Business Office; Van Horn C, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 7:30am - 7:00pm National Office; Crossroads, Westin, EO Level & Van Horn A&B, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 7:30am - 7:00pm Registration; Century Ballroom A, Westin, Ballroom Level 7:30am - 7:00pm VIP Registration; Century Ballroom A, Westin, Ballroom Level 8:00am - 8:00pm Jack and Jill Museum; Terrace, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 10:00am - noon Associates Hospitality Suite; Congressional, Westin, 5 th Floor 2:15pm - 3:15pm All National Committee Chairs Meet with National Officers & National Parliamentarian; Pershing North, Westin, Ballroom Level 3:15pm - 4:15pm Mandatory National Committee and Task Force Meetings; Westin: Pershing, Roanoke, and Penn Valley, Ballroom Level; Sheraton: Chouteau 3:15pm 6:30pm Harrah s Casino; Casino Cruiser Bus Departs in front of Panera Bread, Crown Center If it s thrills you seek, hop on the Casino Cruiser to Harrah s and try your luck on over 1500 of the hottest slots and gaming tables. 4:30pm - 6:00pm Opening Ceremony Rehearsal; The Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level 6:00pm "Go See KC" Dine Around; Power & Light District 6:15pm - 7:15pm National Committee and Task Force Meetings (Meet as Needed); Westin: Pershing, Roanoke, and Penn Valley, Ballroom Level; Sheraton: Chouteau

2 10:15pm - 11:45pm Associates Gathering; Benton s Prime, Westin Let s connect for an evening of fellowship and special entertainment. Wednesday, July 25, 2018 The Power of Love ARRIVALS: Registered Members, Associates, Fathers, Children, Teens, Provisional Group Members, Foundation Executive Board 7:00am - 8:00am Morning Exercise; Shawnee, Westin, Ballroom Level Circuit/Stations Class; Combination of Cardio & Weights 7:00am - 8:00pm National Committee Meetings (Meet as Needed); Pershing, Westin, Ballroom Level 7:00am - 7:00pm National Office; Crossroads, Westin, EO Level & Van Horn A&B, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 7:30am - 7:00pm Business Office; Van Horn C, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 7:30am - 7:00pm Registration; Century Ballroom A, Westin, Ballroom Level 7:30am 9:00am Associates Hospitality Suite; Congressional, Westin, 5 th Floor 7:45am Line-Up for Opening Ceremony Officers/Program Participants; Chouteau, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 8:00am - 8:00pm Jack and Jill Museum; Terrace, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 9:00am - 11:00am 43rd Biennial National Convention Formal Opening Ceremony & Memorial Service; The Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level Attire: Ceremonial White Required 9:00am - 10:00pm Vendor Showcase; Gilham Hall, Sheraton, Lobby Level 11:00am - 1:00pm PLENARY SESSION I; The Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level Joli Cooper-Nelson, National President, Presiding Lunch On Your Own 2:00pm - 6:00pm Negro Leagues Baseball Museum & American Jazz Museum; Bus Departs Westin Lobby Take a tour of two of the city s most celebrated museums at the 18 th & Vine Historic Jazz District. The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum re-creates the look, feel and sounds of Negro Leagues Baseball from the 1860s to the 1950s. The American Jazz Museum pays tribute to America s top jazz musicians. Blue Room Jazz Club Named after the famed 1930s Street Hotel club in the Historic 18 th & Vine Jazz District, the Blue Room simultaneously honors the past and showcases the present names in jazz. Take in the sounds of a live performance from veterans of the local jazz scene. 6:00pm Dinner on Your Own 8:00pm - 10:00pm Shabby Chic Party; Exhibit Hall B, Sheraton, Exhibit Hall Level Our National President welcomes you to the 43 rd National Convention Shabby Chic Style! Come party in a relaxed but oh-so-chic atmosphere. 10:00pm - 11:30pm Associates Hospitality Suite Open; Congressional, Westin, 5 th Floor 10:00pm Regional Caucuses Central Region; Pershing North, Westin, Ballroom Level Eastern Region; Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level Far West Region; Pershing South, Westin, Ballroom Level Mid-Atlantic Region; Shawnee, Westin, Ballroom Level Mid-Western Region; Pershing East & West, Westin, Ballroom Level South Central Region; Century Ballroom B, Westin, Ballroom Level Southeastern Region; Century Ballroom C, Westin, Ballroom Level

3 Thursday, July 26, 2018 The Power of Leadership 7:00am - 8:00am Morning Exercise - Yoga; Shawnee, Westin, Ballroom Level 7:00am - 8:00pm Jack and Jill Museum; Terrace, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 7:30am - 9:30am Associates Hospitality Suite; Congressional, Westin, 5 th Floor 8:00am - 5:00pm National Office; Crossroads, Westin, EO Level & Van Horn A&B, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 8:00am - 5:00pm Business Office; Van Horn C, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 9:00am - 9:00pm Vendor Showcase; Gilham Hall, Sheraton, Lobby Level 9:30am - 10:30am Your Financial Journey: Because No Two Journeys Are the Same, Women s Seminar with Merrill Lynch Financial Advisors; Pershing West, Westin, Ballroom Level A seminar to help engage women about their financial journey. The seminar acknowledges that each woman has different needs at each step of her life, and how an advisor can help her plan for her unique goals. Hosted by Founding Sponsors Bank of America Merrill Lynch 10:00am - 12:30pm PLENARY SESSION II; The Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level 10:45am - 11:45am Disrupt Aging: Living Your Best Life at Every Age with Kim Coles; Pershing West, Westin, Ballroom Level AARP believes that no one s possibilities should ever be limited by their age. Every day, we fight to remove barriers that stand between people and their Real Possibilities. We ve come to realize that some of the most persistent barriers live inside of us. Although the reality of aging is radically different than a generation ago, many of us continue to hold outdated beliefs about aging. Limiting beliefs. Discriminating ones. This year, AARP presents Disrupt Aging: Living Your Best Life at Every Age with Kim Coles. Celebrity actress (Synclaire, Living Single), comedienne, author and speaker Kim Coles will shed light on her experience with ageism in the acting industry and her ability to transition to living her best life, as an empowerment coach and author. Hosted by Legacy Sponsor AARP 12:15pm - 1:45pm Lunch at Jack Stack Barbeque; Shuttle Bus Departs from Lobby Hotel A Kansas City Tradition since Enjoy the grand view of Kansas City's downtown Crossroads District. 1:45pm - 3:45pm Kansas City River Market; Depart Jack Stacks and Take the RideKC Streetcar to the River Market/City Market Stop Ride the Kansas City Streetcar to City Market to engage all your senses and experience something old or new. The City Market is an eclectic mix of dining, shopping, entertainment and attractions in a unique open-air setting. 2:00pm - 2:45pm Beautiful Black Skin and How it Changes; Pershing West, Westin, Ballroom Level Get expert advice from a dermatologist on ethnic skin and hair care on how to manage and minimize changes through different life stages. Presented by Dr. Meena Singh, Medical Director, KMC Hair Center 3:00pm - 3:45pm What s In Your Next Chapter?; Pershing East, Westin, Ballroom Level What happens when jobs and relationships change? Learn coping mechanisms to help deal with the inevitable changes that life will bring. Presented by Dawn Porter, MD, Founder & CEO, Family Renewed, LLC 3:00pm - 3:45pm Health & Fitness for Our Future; Pershing North, Westin, Ballroom Level Now more than ever, good nutrition and exercise plays an increasingly important role in how well you age. Learn how to get the specific nutrition you need to keep your legacy strong. Presented by Angel Canady, Owner, Natural High Wellness Center 4:00pm - 6:00pm PLENARY SESSION III; The Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level

4 4:00pm - 6:00pm On Trend; Halls Department Store, 3 rd Floor of Crown Center While sipping champagne, learn what's on trend for this season as the stylist experts at Halls Department Store review the latest fashions. Learn how to make the most of your body shape assets and learn what is most flattering for you as well as how to best accessorize that one of a kind outfit. A special gift awaits you! Sponsored by Halls Department Store 6:00pm - 7:00pm Candidate s Town Hall, The Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level 7:30pm - 10:30pm Central Region Family Fun Night; Science City at Union Station Adventures In OZ An evening of exploration and excitement as you journey through the Central Region with great food, live entertainment, dancing, and fun! 10:15pm - 11:45pm Associates Gathering Part II; Benton s Prime, Westin Relax and unwind with spirits, games, good music, and chair massages. Entertainment provided by Reggie Watkins 10:30pm Regional Caucuses Central Region; Pershing North, Westin, Ballroom Level Eastern Region; Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level Far West Region; Pershing South, Westin, Ballroom Level Mid-Atlantic Region; Shawnee, Westin, Ballroom Level Mid-Western Region; Pershing East & West, Westin, Ballroom Level South Central Region; Century Ballroom B, Westin, Ballroom Level Southeastern Region; Century Ballroom C, Westin, Ballroom Level Friday, July 27, 2018 The Power of Legacy 7:00am - 8:00am Morning Exercise; Shawnee, Westin, Ballroom Level Circuit/Stations Class; Combination of Cardio & Weights 7:00am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast; The Grand Ballroom Foyer, Sheraton, Ballroom Level 7:00am - 8:00pm Jack and Jill Museum; Terrace, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 8:00am - 5:00pm National Office; Crossroads, Westin, EO Level & Van Horn A&B, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 8:00am - 5:00pm Business Office; Van Horn C, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 8:00am - 8:00pm Vendors Showcase; Gilham Hall, Sheraton, Lobby Level 8:15am - 9:30am Candidate's Speeches; The Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level 9:30am - 10:00am Candidate's Meet & Greet; The Grand Ballroom Foyer, Sheraton, Ballroom Level 10:00am - 12:30pm PLENARY SESSION IV; The Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level 1:00pm - 3:00pm Associates Luncheon; Exhibit Hall B, Sheraton, Exhibit Hall Level The Power of The Purse & A Little Black Dress Join the Associate Jewels as we celebrate the joys of being an Associate. The luncheon will feature a "Your Favorite Purse" fashion show to include categories such as the most stylish, the most creative, the most exquisite, and the most meaningful. The Bridging Over Ceremony for Graduating Mothers will also be conducted. 3:30pm - 5:00pm Red Hot and Jazz; Century Ballroom C, Westin, Ballroom Level Enjoy a soulful production from The Black Repertory Theatre of Kansas with songs if inspiration and poetic spoken word. 3:30pm - 6:00pm PLENARY SESSION V; The Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level 5:30pm - 7:00pm Top Chef, Pershing East & West, Westin, Ballroom Level Experience the culinary delights of the hotel Executive Chef and Pastry Chef in two interactive cooking demonstrations. Culinary will do a demo and tasting of Bourbon Citrus Glazed Sea Bass, Lavender

5 Jasmine Rice, and baby greens tossed with herb vinaigrette plus a scrumptious desert. Prepare to learn something new and have a great time. A tasting of each item will be provided. Ends with a behind-thescenes tour of the hotel s kitchen operation. 6:00pm - 7:00pm Provisional Chapter Reception; The Grand Ballroom Foyer, Sheraton, Ballroom Level Dinner on Your Own 9:00pm - 12:00am Concert & Election Party, Exhibit Hall B, Sheraton, Exhibit Hall Level The Power of Our Legacy Featuring D.L. Hughley and Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds Sponsored by Legacy Sponsor AARP Saturday, July 28th, 2018 The Power of Service 8:00am - 10:00am Regional Breakfasts Central Region; Pershing North, Westin, Ballroom Level Eastern Region; Exhibit Hall B, Sheraton, Ballroom Level Far West Region; Pershing South, Westin, Ballroom Level Mid-Atlantic Region; Shawnee, Westin, Ballroom Level Mid-Western Region; Pershing East & West, Westin, Ballroom Level South Central Region; Century Ballroom B, Westin, Ballroom Level Southeastern Region; Century Ballroom C, Westin, Ballroom Level 8:00am - 3:00pm National Office; Crossroads, Westin, EO Level & Van Horn A&B, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 8:00am - 3:00pm Business Office; Van Horn C, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 9:00am - 4:00pm Vendors Showcase; Gilham Hall, Sheraton, Lobby Level 10:30am - 12:30pm 80 th Anniversary Museum Welcome & Past National Presidents History Book Signing; Terrace, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 1:00pm - 2:30pm 1:00pm - 4:30pm Lunch On Your Own Jack and Jill of America Foundation Formation Rally; Century Ballroom C, Westin, Ballroom Level Celebrate good times with your Foundation! In honor of 50 Years of the Jack and Jill of America Foundation, celebrate our past, learn about our present purposeful impact, and our challenge for the future. Celebrate the achievements of each region, hear inspiring words from our grant programs and learn how we are making a difference across the nation! This will be a spirited, heart-warming and inspirational meeting not to be missed. Shopping on the Plaza (Associates Only); Bus Departs Westin Lobby The Country Club Plaza is Kansas City's legendary shopping, dining and entertaining district that has everything you need. From high fashion retailers including Anthropologie, St. John, BCBG, and Tiffany to Urban Outfitters, and Armani Exchange--all love to call the Plaza home. Exclusive to Jack and Jill--Stop by St. John's for a wine reception and 60% off select items; Eileen Fischer will serve champagne and have special offers; Black House White Market will be serving refreshments. 2:45pm - 4:00pm Workshops Woke Women in the Workplace; Century Ballroom B, Westin, Ballroom Level As women, we are highly sensitive to the current issues surrounding gender inequality in our society. It is nearly impossible to not be impacted by today s climate as we raise our children to be tomorrow s leaders. How do we continue making efforts to hold ourselves and our families accountable and others, without crossing the line during the work day? Our panel will discuss ways to manage the constant news alerts, our children s concerns, and workplace activism. Presented by Linda Spearman-Scott, SVP, Bank of America, Global Human Resources Executive & Jo Anne Hill, Director of Diversity and Employee Engagement, Aflac

6 In Sickness and In Health: How You and Your Money Can Stay Together; Pershing North & South, Westin, Ballroom Level A frank conversation with strategies to help you create a financial plan that will withstand a potential crisis such as job loss, health issues, unexpected retirement and more. Presented by Tiffany Eubanks-Saunders, Carolinas and Tennessee Market Sales Executive, U.S. Trust Global Wealth and Investment Management Group, Bank of America Champions for Change: Inspiring a New Generation of Leaders; Century Ballroom C, Westin, Ballroom Level Gain invaluable insights and advice from senior leadership and C-suite executives who will share their inspiring stories of professional success, failure and personal growth on the way to the proverbial top. Each leader is as diverse as she is resilient and open to sharing her hard won wisdom with a new generation of aspiring leaders preparing to change the world. Panelists: Sandra Quince, SVP Global Diversity & Inclusion; Oklahoma Market Human Resources Executive, Bank of America; Maren Turner, Kansas State Director, AARP; Kimberley Goode, Senior Vice President of External Affairs, Blue Shield of California; Gail M. Johnson, Assistant Vice President, Talent Management and Organizational Development, AT&T; and Debbi Jarvis, Vice President, Corporate Relations, Pepco Holdings 6:45pm Officers Line Up for Processional; Chouteau, Sheraton, Mezzanine Level 7:15pm Doors Open for Closing Gala; The Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level 7:45pm - 11:00pm Closing Gala; The Grand Ballroom, Sheraton, Ballroom Level The Power of Service Attire: Formal Black & White Sunday, July 29, 2018 The Power of Gratitude 7:00am - 12:00pm Central Region Office/Volunteer Room; Westport, Westin, Ballroom Level 8:00am - 3:00pm National Office Open; Crossroads, Westin, EO Level 9:00am- 10:00am Worship Service; Century B, Westin, Ballroom Level 10:15am - 11:15am Installation of National Officers; Century B, Westin, Ballroom Level Attire: Ceremonial White Required