An internationally known speaker, author and consultant, Simon T. Bailey inspires individuals to take charge of change and transform their lives from the inside out. A thought leader and fresh voice in the businesses world, Bailey connects the dots between individual and organizational brilliance. He challenges and teaches businesses and organizations to clear obstacles to brilliance in their cultures, processes, and people, thereby achieving higher levels of engagement, retention, and productivity – and a brilliant bottom line.

This mission led him to found The Brilliance Institute, Inc., dedicated to building the world’s most valuable resource – people. Fortune 500 companies, national associations, government agencies and educational institutions both in the U.S. and abroad look to him to help transform their cultures and processes and release the potential in their people. Client list.

As a speaker, Simon captivates and inspires audiences with contagious energy, compassion, and humor. He teaches by his own example and provides pragmatic ideas and techniques that bring people’s aspirations into reach. Engaged audiences consistently give him the highest ratings and say they left wanting more. Better yet, he leaves audiences ready to take action that can lead to profound changes in their personal and professional lives.

His books, are a guiding light for those who seek to realize their inherent potential. His newest book, Release Your Brilliance, is receiving rave reviews and having a profound impact on people’s lives. He has authored three other books: Simon Believes…Brilliant Service is the Bottom Line, Simon Believes…Success is an Inside Job and Simon Says Dream: Live a Passionate Life.

Bailey’s expertise in leadership, sales, and customer service was honed over two decades with Hyatt Hotels, the Orlando Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the Walt Disney Company. Bailey holds a master’s degree from Faith Christian University, which also recently awarded him an honorary doctorate for his global impact.

Bailey was named Central Florida’s “Man of the Year” in 2000, and was recently named Speaker of the Year by the San Diego, CA chapter of Meeting Professionals International. He serves on the boards of numerous organizations, including the Greater Orlando Leadership Foundation and the Foundation Board for Health Central Hospital, a $130 million Central Florida hospital with 1,500 employees. He lives with his wife and children in Central Florida.

Join us this Thursday for our first General Body Meeting of the year. This year’s theme: Catalyst for Change. Our focus this month is Rising to the Challenge of Entrepreneurship, and Intrapreneurship.

The speakers for this month are:

Warren H. Arrington Jr.
CEO, American Safety Products

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Farad Ali
Vice President, NC Minority Business Development Center

Our Open House is March 6th at Brier Creek Country Club. We have a Nationally recognized motivator, Simon T. Bailey. Smith Barney is our corporate partner for this event.

The presentation created an energetic discussion during the Q&A section. Several members purchased multiple copies of Mr. Freeman’s book for gifts. Member Tommy McNeil was moved to purchase additional copies of Freeman’s book for two Keenan-Flagler(UNC) MBA students.

Happy Holidays to the members, friends, and families of NBMBAA-RDU Chapter

Thank you to all of our supporters. We had a wonderful OpenHouse at the RTP Marriott due an overwhelming show of support.

A Huge Thank you to our keynote speaker, Edward Fulbright.

Many of the past Presidents were in attendance to support the chapter’s new administrative team, and to share a little iinsight with the new executive board.

The RDU chapter presented financial support to a student from Shaw University.

A special Thank You to our event sponsor, the NCCU MBA program. The MBA program is part of the School of Busness and Commerce at North Carolina Central University. Benjamin Newhouse, a member of NCCU’s MBA faculty, is also a charter member of NBMBAA. We were honored to have a founding member in our presence during this event.

Raleigh/Durham, NC – February 23, 2007 - The RDU chapter of the National Black MBA Association will inaugurate it’s newly elected President, Brett Chambers at it’s 18th Annual Open House on February 23rd 2007 at the Marriott Hotel at Research Triangle Park. In this role, Mr. Chambers will serve as chief spokesperson for the Chapter and will be responsible for programming, membership growth & retention and fiscal stability.

The purpose of the Open House each year is to attract new members who may not be familiar with the chapter and to provide information on upcoming events such as programs, conferences and networking events. This event will also allow current and prospective members to become associated with Black professionals in the Triangle. Light refreshments will be served starting at 6 o’clock pm.

Bio for Brett Chambers

Brett Erik Chambers is a Lifetime member of the National Black MBA Association, Inc. He was the Vice President of Administration in 2006 where he performed such duties as trouble shooting and problem solving in conjunction with aiding the President in the overall administration of the Chapter. As President of the organization, Chambers will strive to make the RDU MBA “Relevant” to the Triangle and its rich black business history.

Professionally, Mr. Chambers is an Instructor at North Carolina Central University. He teaches Mass Communications and Education Technology Courses. Brett spends a great deal of time contributing to efforts that address the diversity of learning styles and how technology can be used to close the Achievement Gap of African American Children. Mr. Chambers’ 24 month term as President of the Raleigh Durham Chapter, NBMBAA began on January 1, 2007.

Chambers is a husband, parent and media literacy advocate. He has spent most of his adult life finding and presenting positive images of people, especially people of color, on television, radio, film, recording, or the classroom. Chambers was an award winning television producer (WTVD-ABC11), winning awards for programs addressing education, health, and children’s issues. He is a graduate of Duke University’s Terry Sanford School of Public Policy, and earned his Masters in Education Technology from North Carolina Central University’s School of Education. He is a contributor to the book How We Got Over: Testimonies of Faith, Hope, and Courage, and is also a contributing writer to the Independent Weekly on his favorite subject, Music.

In 2004, Chambers was inducted into the National Association of Black Journalists’ Region IV Hall of Fame. He was recognized for his cumulative body of work over his almost 30 year career in media, from his days in radio at Duke University to his teaching duties at North Carolina Central University.

About the NBMBAA Inc. and the Raleigh Durham Chapter

Established in 1970, the National Black MBA Association Inc., is a not-for-profit business organization with a mission to lead in the creation of economic and intellectual wealth for the black community. The local chapter strives to do this in the Research Triangle area through numerous community service projects, as well as partnerships with other local chapters of national organizations. This year the chapter has outlined a dynamic set of monthly programs that will not only enrich the knowledge base of the membership, but provide opportunities for scholarship, networking and growth for the community as a whole.

The organization’s most prominent event is the Annual Conference and Career Fair. The Career Fair provides access to more than 300 major corporations and universities seeking quality talent. The Conference itself consists of interactive workshops that provide the techniques to help participants solve problems and influence their company’s financial and strategic success. Participants hear from the nation’s foremost thought leaders, dialogue with industry experts and explore cutting edge technologies. There are also various networking events and social activities to allow the Conference participants to mingle or network with other business professionals across the country.

If you wish to learn more about the upcoming Open House or the RDU chapter of the NBMBAA visit the website at www.rdumba.org. or call (919) 990-2351.

The National Black MBA Association is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization