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Newark in Action 17th Anniversary Celebration Tuesday, June 2, 2015 The Newark Club Newark, NJ

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MESSAGE FROM THE CEO Thank you for joining us this evening for our initial event during Leadership Newark In Action Week.

Our 17th Anniversary Gala provides an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of our honorees and all they have done to make the community stronger. We hope you will join us for our Summit on Saturday as we Educate, Engage, and Empower our community through dialogue and action.

-Celia King, MPS

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MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD CHAIR On behalf of Leadership Newark, I would like to thank our sponsors and our guests for their consistent support.

I would also like to congratulate our well-deserved honorees who work tirelessly in their respective fields.

-Irene O’Brien

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OUR MISSION Leadership Newark’s goal is to connect and improve the network of community and civic leaders, while stimulating their collaborative efforts and thinking to enhance the community, as they each commit to build, strengthen and serve.

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OUR VISION Leadership Newark was born out of a desire to strengthen the City of Newark’s civic infrastructure.

Leadership Newark continues to create a network of emerging leaders with the drive, knowledge, skills and connections needed to improve Newark’s future...

In so doing, Leadership Newark paves the road to expanding service for the common good.

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CORY A. BOOKER United States Senator “Leadership Newark upholds the principle that we are stronger when we work together to ensure a strong foundation for Newark and its next generation of leaders…

I am especially delighted to congratulate the night’s honorees on being recognized for their demonstrated record of support and belief in the promise of Leadership Newark.”

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ROBERT MENENDEZ United States Senator “It is truly an honor to recognize all who are associated with this exceptional organization dedicated to promoting positive change in the community…

Its focus on critical issues such as healthcare, criminal justice and education provides its emerging leaders with the necessary tools to instill change and to improve the quality of life…

Best wishes for a memorable and successful event.”

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DONALD PAYNE, JR. 10th District Member Of Congress, United States “Leadership Newark has strengthened the City of Newark’s civic infrastructure and continues to produce outstanding individuals with immense understanding of team work and collaboration…

I know from personal experience the role your program made in preparing leaders for success as two members of my Congressional staff are Leadership Newark alumni. ..

Congratulations to the honorees and to the continued success of Leadership Newark.”

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CHRIS CHRISTIE Governor, State Of New Jersey “Leadership Newark had enabled the future generation of public policymakers not only to strengthen Newark, but also the entire State of New Jersey. I commend everyone associated with the organization for their continued efforts on behalf of those they serve…

Special recognition is in order for tonight’s honorees. This honor is a testament to your dedication and support to your community.”

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RAS BARAKA Mayor, City Of Newark “Educate, Engage, Empower” are at the core of Leadership Newark’s 17-year mission, and are central to our efforts to transform Newark into a City we can all believe in…

We are proud of the many members of the Leadership Newark community that have worked to make it a success, which range across the private, public and non-profit sectors, as well as tonight’s honorees…

All of Newark is grateful to Leadership Newark and we wish you success for the future.”

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EDUCATION AWARD RECIPIENTS

Mashea M. Ashton Newark Charter School Fund

Kimberly Baxter McLain Foundation for Newark’s Future

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ENGAGEMENT AWARD RECIPIENTS

James R. Gonzalez, MPH, FACHE University Hospital

Lillian Plata, Esq. McManimon, Scotland, Baumann, LLC

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EMPOWERMENT AWARD RECIPIENTS

Marjorie Perry MZM Construction

The Hanini Group, LLC

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LN ALUMNI AWARD RECIPIENTS

Anthony Campos, LN ‘09 Newark Police Department

Stan Holland, LN ‘09 Berkeley College

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The Trustees of Leadership Newark Congratulates the Organization on 17 Years of Contributing to the Dynamic City of Newark and its Civic Wellbeing.

We applaud the Honorees, Fellows and Staff.  Irene M. O’Brien, Chairperson Mark A. Chaplin Hon. Claude A. Coleman, J.S.C Steven J. Diner, Ph.D Stephen Genzer, Esq. W. Stan Holland Barbara E. Kauffman M. Cristina Martinez Kimberly McLain Tanya Y. Mitchell, CPA Karen O. Moore Raymond Ocasio Robert S. Steinbaum, Esq.

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Proudly supports the LEADERSHIP NEWARK 17TH ANNUAL ANNIVERSARY GALA and congratulates our own LILLIAN PLATA and the rest of the honorees for their accomplishments.

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Congratulates Leadership Newark on 17 years of dedication to the development of Newark’s leaders AND Tonight’s Honorees: Education

Empowerment

Mashea M. Ashton

Marjorie Perry

Kimberly Baxter McLain

The Hanini Group, LLC

Engagement

LN Alumni

James R. Gonzalez

Anthony Campos

Lillian Plata, Esq.

Stan Holland

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Congratulations Honorees of Leadership Newark’s 2015 Gala Educate – Engage – Empower Newark in Action

Supporting the revitalization of Newark, NJ Member Organizations: Amelior/The MCJ Foundation RBH Group Bethany Baptist Church Rutgers University, Newark Edison Properties Saint Barnabas Health Care System Essex County College Sills Cummis & Gross, PC Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield St. Benedict’s Preparatory School McCarter & English Seton Hall University New Jersey Institute Technology Theatre Square Development Corp.

NJ Performing Arts Center The NJ Symphony NJTV The Star Ledger Panasonic Corporation Verizon Prudential Financial, Inc. Wells Fargo Company PSE&G

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Congratulations to our National Chairwoman

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Congratulations to Marjorie Perry on being this year’s recipient of the prestigious Empowerment Award.

- Brian Hendricks CEO

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We congratulate

Leadership Newark For achieving a new level of

Community Engagement with “Newark in Action Week” Thanks to Celia M. King, MPS Chief Executive Officer

Laureen Delance, MPA Deputy Director of Programs

Alison Fernandez Project Manager

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Thank you for joining us tonight.

Stay in the action!

Don’t miss the LEADERSHIP NEWARK PUBLIC POLICY SUMMIT 2015 NEWARK IN ACTION Saturday, June 6, 2015 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Rutgers University – Newark Campus Tickets are on sale tonight in the lobby.

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