1992 ~ Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence in Partnership ~ The National Professionals Network & Royal Caribbean International present

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1 1992 ~ Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence in Partnership ~ 2012 The National Professionals Network & Royal Caribbean International present Friday, August 3 Sunday, August 12, 2012 We mix business with pleasure by adding water Les Brown Motivational Speaker Dr. Johnnetta Cole National Chair United Way Peter Compton Vice President Royal Caribbean Royal Caribbean International s New Allure of the Seas The World s Largest Cruise Ship Thomas Dortch, Jr. Chairman The 100 BMOA, Inc. Dr. Michael Eric Dyson Author & Professor Georgetown University Therman Evans, M.D., Ph.D. Founder & CEO Whole Life Associates CARIBBEAN Fort Lauderdale, Florida Nassau, Bahamas St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands Philipsburg, St. Maartin George Fraser Chairman & CEO Frasernet.com Johnny Furr, Jr. Vice President Anheuser-Busch Earl G. Graves, Sr. Publisher Black Enterprise Magazine William Tedford, M.D. President & CEO National Professionals Network Adam Goldstein President & CEO Royal Caribbean International Gladys Jarman, CTC Sales Manager The Pollin Group LLC Patti Labelle Entertainer Hon. Kweisi Mfume Chairman, Congressional Black Caucus All of these leaders have experienced and enjoyed The NPN Leadership Summit & Music Festival at Sea from So... What are you waiting for? Madeleine Moore Burrell President Moore Creative Marketing Marc Morial President & CEO National Urban League Carol Simpson ABC News National Correspondent Featured in Black Enterprise Ebony Essence USA Today WNBC TV WCBS TV Wayman Smith, III Chairman, Howard University Board of Directors George Wallace Comedian Dr. Boyce Watkins Author & Professor Syracuse University

2 The National Professionals Network & Royal Caribbean International present Friday, August 3 Sunday, August 12, 2012 Dear Colleague: We all share a passion for professionalism and a calling to leadership. That s why we re inviting you to share an extraordinary and exclusively unique experience from Friday, August 3 Sunday, August 12, The National Professionals Network (NPN) and Royal Caribbean International (RCI) are presenting The 2012 Leadership Summit & Music Festival at Sea. It will be the largest gathering of leaders ever on the world s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean s new 6,300-passenger Allure of the Seas. NPN is the much talked-about international network of multidisciplinary professionals who annually sail the globe. Throughout the week, town hall meetings will address the issues and opportunities facing leaders and decisionmakers in the 21st century. The summit will include the NPN Living Legend Awards, as advertised annually in the USA Today, Black Enterprise, Ebony and Essence magazines, and televised on WNBC-TV and WCBS-TV. Howard University accredited continuing education conferences, hosted by Education at Sea, will be included for tax purposes. The NPN Music Festival will be hosted by Entertainment at Sea during the retreat as the Allure of the Seas offers a large variety of live entertainment venues. NPN travels with its own professional musicians, vocalists, and comedians selected from the annual worldwide talent search. For the 20th year, all of our conferences, concerts and special NPN/RCI Celebration events will be open exclusively to passengers who registered with NPN prior to sailing. Guest passes will not be sold aboard ship. NPN s customer service lines are available to answer any questions regarding your individual reservation or request to host a private reception or special event. Please inquire about how you, your company or organization can become a corporate sponsor, with logo identification in the media and planned publicity for this year s conference cruise. Please call The Pollin Group LLC Sales Manager, Gladys Jarman at (301) or NPN at (301) Our web address is Our address is cruisenpn@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you and having you as a shipmate in August Best Regards, William Tedford, M.D. Madeleine Moore Burrell Gladys Jarman, CTC President & CEO, NPN Co-Founder, NPN Executive Travel Director Founder, Education at Sea President, Moore NPN & Sales Manager, & Entertainment at Sea Creative Marketing The Pollin Group LLC

3 W ho PROFESSIONALS JUST LIKE YOU Twenty years ago, a group of culturally diverse professionals came together, crossing the miles and professional disciplines, to form the National Professionals Network. Since then, hundreds of professionals, historically 60% single and 40% couples from 65 major cities internationally and 30 different disciplines, have sailed for nine glorious days of relaxation, educational seminars and networking. This year they will sail in the Eastern Caribbean aboard Royal Caribbean s 6,300-passenger Allure of the Seas. Marc Morial President, National Urban League (right) Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Author and Professor, Georgetown University (below) Susan Taylor, Editorial Director Emeritus Essence Magazine (below) Sailing to Success Seminars (PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE) Health and Fitness 2012 Personal Health: Exercise & Nutrition Emotional Health: Stress Management Professional Health: Time Management Sexual Health: Fantasy, Fact & Fiction Social Health: Reframing Relationships Financial Health: Economic Empowerment Health & Legal Update 2012 CME, CLE & CEU for Physicians, Attorneys, Dentists, Veterinarians, Nurses and Pharmacists The Entrepreneurs Products & Services Showcase W hat THE FLOATING FORUM NPN will provide you with Howard University accredited Sailing to Success seminars, hosted by Education at Sea, in the morning and fantastic comedy and concerts, hosted by Entertainment at Sea, every night. NPN Evening of International Elegance NPN Dance Party THE CULTURAL CELEBRATION Legend in Our Own Time is the theme for the annual NPN Evening of International Elegance, a show-stopping celebration of our diverse cultural heritage in native attire. It is highlighted by the shipboard presentation of the NPN Living Legend Awards to outstanding leaders or organizations with a demonstrated history of commitment to the culturally diverse community.

4 Couple parasailing W hen YOUR 2012 SUMMER VACATION Our luxurious VIP accommodations include all of the ship s deluxe cabins. One has your name on it if you confirm your passage now! NPN cruise packages are sensational and sell out every year. On the two days prior to sailing NPN will host a gala reception, continuing education conference orientation, and 20th anniversary reunion activities at the most deluxe hotel in Ft. Lauderdale. W here THE EASTERN CARIBBEAN You will begin in the cosmopolitan city of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, one of the world s most popular vacation destinations. You will then sail to the island paradise of Nassau, Bahamas, well known for its Junkanoo celebrations and famous conch chowder. You can take advantage of a once-in-alifetime opportunity to get up close and personal with a dolphin; go on a glass-bottom boat tour to see the underwater world; snorkel with stingrays at Blue Lagoon Island; or spend time relaxing at Paradise Island. Upon arrival to the world-renown island of St. Thomas, you can explore amazing beaches, enjoy gorgeous sea and landscapes or soak up the sun and surf at Magen s Bay. Although St. Thomas is noted for its beautiful beaches, the one thing that really sets the island apart is shopping. Discover why St. Thomas is called the dutyfree shopping capital of the world Canoeing around the islands PORTS OF CALL DAY DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Fri August 3 Pre-Cruise Hotel, Ft. Lauderdale 1:00 pm Sat August 4 Pre-Cruise Hotel, Ft. Lauderdale Sun August 5 Fort Lauderdale (Board Ship) 11:30 am 4:00 pm Mon August 6 Nassau, Bahamas 7:00 am 1:00 pm Tue August 7 At Sea Wed August 8 St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands 9:00 am 5:00 pm Thu August 9 Philipsburg, St. Maarten 7:00 am 5:00 pm Fri August 10 At Sea Sat August 11 At Sea Sun August 12 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 9:00 am NPN will sponsor private VIP shore excursions in each port. by browsing through the shop-lined streets for duty-free trinkets and bargains on everything from liquor to imported china and crystal. Finally, you will sail to the joint French and Dutch controlled island of St. Maarten, where you will explore the heritage of both cultures. You can compete in an actual race on an America s Cup shortened course; rendezvous at one of the newest and trendiest restaurants in French St. Maarten; explore Orient Bay, the French Riviera of the Caribbean; or explore hundreds of duty-free shops on the Dutch side of St. Maarten. Tax Deductible Status of Conference The Sailing to Success seminars are structured to conform with current IRS requirements for participation in professional meetings. A certificate of participation indicating continuing education earned will be issued at the conclusion of the conference. It is suggested that each registrant consult his/her own accountant or attorney for additional information concerning tax effects of seminar attendance. Duty-free shopping (above) Group sailing in the America s Cup shortened course (left)

5 Aboard the New Allure of the Seas With 6,300 passengers, the new Allure of the Seas not only takes you to the Eastern Caribbean s most tempting islands, she is a destination unto herself. As the worlds most revolutionary cruise ship, she will allow guests to seek unique experiences based on style, preference or mood in seven unique neighborhoods including: CENTRAL PARK A revolutionary design in which the center of the ship opens to the sky and features serene pathways, flower gardens and canopy trees. ROYAL PROMENADE A two-level neighborhood containing the unique Rising Tide bar - the first moving bar at sea - that will span three decks and allow guests to enjoy a cocktail as they slowly travel between neighborhoods. BOARDWALK A breathtaking space with a remarkable outdoor venue called the AquaTheater. It is an amphitheater-style space celebrating water with a full spectrum of day and night options and theatrical performances.

6 POOL AND SPORTS ZONE The largest at sea, stretching the full length of the ship, featuring private cabanas, four unique types of pools, two FlowRider simulators and the first zip line at sea. VITALITY AT SEA SPA AND FITNESS CENTER This unique spa features heated tile loungers, saunas and steam rooms, couples massage suites and the largest collection of individual treatment rooms at sea. The fitness center offers a varied selection of the largest cardio and resistance equipment, along with multiple classes including spinning, kickboxing, pilates and yoga. ENTERTAINMENT PLACE A complex of diverse entertainment venues including: a Jazz & Blues Club; a Comedy Club; Bolero s Latin Club; Dazzles Dance Lounge; an On Air Karoke Club; Studio B Ice Skating Rink; a state-of-the-art 1,380-seat Opal Theater; and Casino Royale - the largest and most sophisticated casino at sea.

7 EASTERN CARIBBEAN ACCOMMODATIONS NPN CATEGORY 1 and 2 Stateroom Twin beds that convert into a queen size bed, private shower and facilities, hair-dryer, full-length mirror and wardrobe, telephone, radio, flat-screen cable television, mini bar, internet access, separate sitting area with sofa. Category 1 has no window. NPN CATEGORY 3 Superior Stateroom with Balcony Deluxe outside, private balcony, twin beds that convert into a queen size bed, private shower and facilities, hair-dryer, full-length mirror and wardrobe, telephone, radio, flat-screen cable television, mini bar, internet access, comfortable sitting area with sofa and refrigerator. NPN CATEGORY 4 Suite with Balcony Superior outside, private balcony, twin beds that convert into a king size bed, complete private bath (tub & shower), hair-dryer, full-length mirror and walk-in closet, telephone, radio, flat-screen cable television, mini bar, internet access, large sitting area with sofa, and refrigerator. WE CAN MATCH ANY COMPETITOR S GROUP PRICE Early registration is advised as prices will increase as the ship nears capacity. Standard Price *NPN DISCOUNT PRICE CATEGORIES Double Double Triple Quad NPN CATEGORY 1 (172 sq. ft.) Interior Stateroom NPN CATEGORY 2 (180 sq. ft.) Ocean View Stateroom with Window NPN CATEGORY 3 (232 sq. ft.) Superior Stateroom with Balcony $1,999 $1,499 $1,399 $1,299 $2,199 $1,699 $1,599 $1,499 $2,399 $1,899 $1,699 $1,599 NPN CATEGORY 4 (367 sq. ft.) Suite with Balcony $3,599 $3,099 $2,499 $2,199 *All prices are per person and single occupancy is 200% of double rate. Travel Guard Travel Insurance... $(Fee based on total cruise cost) NPN Registration Fee... $250 This includes your $100.00/person referral reward. Alumni may refer themselves. Pre-Cruise Hotel... $ Two night stay at the most deluxe hotel in Ft. Lauderdale Includes pre-cruise conference orientation; priority pre-board check-in; tips & taxes Round Trip Air... $300-$500 To Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; Depending on departure city Average Round Trip Air Fares: From East Coast $ From Midwest $ From West Coast $ NPN highly recommends early flight reservations as prices will increase as the planes near capacity YOUR TOTAL NPN COST = A + B + C (MANDATORY) D + E (OPTIONAL) Cruise Line Mandatory Fees = $75/person prepaid gratuities / 36 MONTH EXTENDED PAYMENT PLAN AVAILABLE The NPN 2012 Eastern Caribbean Leadership SUMMIT & Music Festival At Sea Name(s) Address City State Zip Home # Bus. # Cell # Fax. # Occupation/Affiliation Cabin Cat: Occupancy: S D T Q Airport Credit card CC# Exp. Signature Referred by PAYMENT Travel Guard Insurance is mandatory as all payments are non-refundable. All cancellations MUST be processed through the travel insurance company. $250/person due August 15, 2011; September 15, 2011; October 15, 2011; November 15, 2011; December 15, 2011; January 15, 2012; February 15, 2012; and March 15, Balance of cruise payment due on April 21, AMEX, Visa, Master Card, Discover and personal checks accepted. Make checks/ money orders payable to: National Professionals Network, 8639-B 16th Street, Suite 207, Silver Spring, MD, The Pollin Group LLC Phone: (301) / NPN Phone: (301) / NPN Fax: (301) / cruisenpn@gmail.com PAYMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY DATES ABOVE REGISTRATION Four Easy Ways to Register: 1. Priority Registration: 2. Call your reservation to Gladys at The Pollin Group LLC (301) or call NPN (301) Fax this reservation form to NPN at (301) Copy & mail this reservation form to: National Professionals Network 8639-B 16th Street, Suite 207 Silver Spring, MD, NPN Customer Service Phone: (301) Fax: (301) cruisenpn@gmail.com