2011 National Urban League Conference, Boston: Jobs: Rebuilding America

A Special Thank You to Our Presenting Sponsors

Welcome to the 2011 National Urban League Conference. For three and a half days we will be presenting, Jobs Rebuild America, the clarion call for all conference participants to be informed and deeply engaged in the various elements of economic empowerment.

The conference of the year presents unique opportunities to experience the invaluable perspectives of business, political, and community leaders; connect with companies looking for savvy entrepreneurs and sharp business minds; and learn how to achieve true and lasting prosperity.

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At-A-Glance

  • 7:00 am: Registration Open

  • 7:00 am: NUL Regional Meeting

  • Noon: Academy of Fellows Luncheon

  • Noon: Salute to Affiliate Leadership Luncheon

  • 3:15 pm: Delegate Assembly

  • 6:00 pm: State of the Urban League Address by Marc H. Morial

  • 8:30 pm: Welcome Reception Hosted by The Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts

  • 7:00 am: Registration Open

  • 7:00 am: National Council of Urban League Guilds Family Session Breakfast

  • 8:00 am: Opening Plenary - Education: The Key to Jobs of the Future

  • 10:00 am: Exhibit Hall/Career Fair Opening & Ribbon Cutting

  • 10:15 am: Saving Our Sons: Surviving and Thriving As An African American Male

  • 10:15 am: Thursday Morning Workshops

  • Noon: Young Professionals Summit Welcome Luncheon

  • Noon: Business Luncheon

  • 2:15 pm: Thursday Afternoon Workshops

  • 2:15 pm: Saving Our Sisters: Empower Your Mind, Body and Soul

  • 11:00 pm: Young Professionals Summit Networking Social

  • 7:00 am: Registration Open

  • 7:00 am: Volunteer Day of Service!

  • 10:00 am: Friday Morning Workshops

  • 10:30 am: Exhibit Hall/Career Fair

  • Noon: National Council of Urban League Guilds Leadership Luncheon & Guild Awards

  • 3:00 pm: YOUTH Town Hall

  • 4:30 pm: YP Business Meeting: Candidates’ Forum

  • 5:30 pm: A Celebration of Urban League Leaders & Partners Reception

  • 8:30 pm: Eric BenĂ©t & Ledisi Concert (Formerly Benefit Concert)

  • 10:00 pm: Young Professionals Networking Social

  • 8:00 am: Small Business Matters Breakfast

  • 8:00 am: Registration Open

  • 8:00 am: FREE & OPEN TO PUBLIC: Small Business Matters! Entrepreneurship Summit

  • 9:00 am: Family Session Program

  • 9:15 am: Small Business Matters Workshops (1st Group)

  • 10:30 am: Exhibit Hall/Career Fair

  • 11:00 am: Small Business Matters Workshops (2nd Group)

  • 11:00 am: College Fair

  • Noon: Women of Power Awards Luncheon

Featured Speakers

Author and Emmy Award International AIDS Activist
Managing Director and President
Bank of America Massachusetts State
Co-Chair de Passe Jones Entertainment