The NFBPA, a professional membership organization dedicated to the advancement of Black leadership in the public sector, was founded in June 1983 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Over the years, its membership grew to include managers and executives in virtually all disciplines represented in state and local governments. In addition to public service professionals, the association's membership embraces graduate students, deans, and faculty at schools of public administration, community service professionals, and executives in the corporate sector.
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MARSHA GUTHRIE SENIOR DIRECTOR GOVERNMENT ALLIANCE ON RACE AND EQUITY
DR. PHILIP HARRIS, DBA
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
TULANE UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL ADVANCEMENT
JOHN LEWIS PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM
KRYSTAL PATTERSON, MPA
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CITY OF WEST PERRINE, FL
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF GOVERNMENT
DR. TANYA BOSTIC STUDENT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE
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DR. ANEISHA DANIEL DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT (DSWM) MIAMI DADE COUNTY, FL
BOBBI SMITH ASSISTANT PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
CITY OF HALLANDALE BEACH, FL
KORDEL WILSON PRINCIPAL REGULATORY AFFAIRS ANALYST FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT
TIESE L. WILLIAMS, ESQ. PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION, JOHN F KENNEDY SPACE CENTER
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ERIC CHISEM DIRECTOR, STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
DR. DANITA CRAWFORD, MPA
SPECIAL EMPHASIS PROGRAM MANAGER
U S DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
DR. SHIRLEY SIMMS, MPA CHIEF OF STAFF
BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
JEPHERY G. FRANCIS, MPA ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL SCIENCE
MIAMI DADE COLLEGE (NORTH CAMPUS)
MIAMI DADE SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
DR. STEPHANIE THOMAS DEPUTY CITY CLERK AND 2024 SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS
THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI
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TARA RUMPH, MBA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ADMINISTRATOR CITY OF MIRAMAR, FLORIDA
JIMMY JOSEPH CRA-PROJECT COORDINATOR
(COMMERCIAL & CAPITAL PROJECTS)
CITY OF NORTH MIAMI , FL
DR. PAULA HOPKINS EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS AND FUNDING DEVELOPMENT
MIAMI-DADE BEACON COUNCIL
CARMEN DAVIS, MBA ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER CITY OF SOUTH FULTON, GA
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DR. ANEISHA DANIEL EARNED DOCTORATE DEGREE AND COMPLETED DISSERTATION TITLED “EQUITABLE DECISION-MAKING: INTEGRATING ENVIRONMENTAL RISK AND SOCIAL VULNERABILITY IN FLOOD MITIGATION PROJECT SELECTION” AND HAS BEEN ELECTED AS THE 2024 VICE PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL OF PRESIDENTS FOR THE NFBPA. (COP)
VENICE HOWARD WON 1ST PLACE AT THE IFBB ORLANDO PRO CHAMPIONSHIPS USA FIT GAMES IN SEVERAL CATEGORIES.
1ST PLACE IN OPEN
1ST PLACE IN MASTERS 40+
1ST PLACE IN MASTERS 45+
EARNED CERTIFICATION AS A MASTER IN MUNICIPAL CLERK FROM THE INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MUNICIPAL CLERKS (IIMC)
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VANESSA JOSEPH, ESQ EARNED CERTIFICATION AS A MASTER IN MUNICIPAL CLERK FROM THE INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MUNICIPAL CLERKS (IIMC) AND AWARDED THE ROBERT N. CLARK MEMORIAL AWARD BY THE FLORIDA ASSOCIATION OF CITY CLERKS (FACC)
DR. LATRONDA HAYES EARNED A DOCTORATE DEGREE IN PHILOSOPHY AND IS AN AUTHOR OF “FLOURISHING FAITH”
DR. DANITA CRAWFORD, MPA NAMED ONE OF SOUTH FLORIDA’S TOP BLACK EDUCATORS OF 2024 BY LEGACY MAGAZINE
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The South Florida Chapter of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) celebrates its impactful participation at the NFBPA FORUM 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland, held from April 3rd to 7th under the theme "Excellence in Service, Strength in Leadership." With 116 members actively engaged, our chapter seized the week-long opportunity for workshops, sessions, and networking, enhancing our members' skills and connections on a national scale. We contributed significantly to discussions on critical public administration issues, reaffirming our commitment to leadership development and professional excellence. Our achievements were underscored by prestigious recognitions: Stephanie Moliere received the Steven D. Ford Memorial Award for emerging leaders, and Anthony Snipes was honored with the Marks of Excellence award for his leadership. We also celebrated the graduation of members from the Mentor Program and Executive Leadership Institute, marking milestones in their careers. Andrea Knowles-Hill, Assistant Director, Intergovernmental Affairs/Boards Section is an Executive Leadership Institute (ELI) graduate.
ELI is a program dedicated to grooming African American managers for the rigors of executive positions in public service organizations Mentor Graduates
Dr Angela Lucas-Mumford - NFBPA Mentor Program Graduate
Kyndell Baskin - NFBPA Mentor Program Graduate
Courtnie Williams - NFBPA Mentor Program Graduate
Jimmy Joseph - NFBPA Mentor Program Graduate
The FORUM strengthened our bonds with peers nationwide, reinforcing our dedication to advancing public administration and community impact We extend thanks to NFBPA and all participants for an enriching experience, and we look forward to applying our learnings to future endeavors
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Members of the NFBPA South Florida Chapter recently participated in the Broward Mega Business Mixer in collaboration with the Coalition of Black Organization Leaders (COBOL), marking a significant success in fostering networking and innovation. Held at a prominent venue in Broward County, the event provided a vibrant platform for professionals to connect, exchange ideas, and forge new partnerships across various sectors. Attendees from NFBPA engaged in insightful discussions and gained valuable insights into emerging trends and opportunities in business and community leadership. The mixer exemplified the chapter's commitment to facilitating meaningful connections and supporting the growth and impact of its members in the broader community.
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The NFBPA South Florida Emerging Leaders committee held the first annual Executive Chat Mother's Day Brunch. It was a resounding success, held to honor and celebrate mothers within the organization. The event, themed “Balancing Career and Motherhood”, took place on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at Palm Beach State College Boca Campus. The event provided a warm and inclusive atmosphere where emerging leaders connected with seasoned professionals and shared insights on balancing career growth with family life. Attendees enjoyed engaging discussions, heartfelt tributes, and networking opportunities that reinforced the supportive community fostered by NFBPA South Florida. The brunch not only recognized the invaluable contributions of mothers in public administration but also underscored NFBPA's commitment to empowering its members through meaningful events and initiatives.
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TheNationalBlackForumforBlackPublicAdministrators(NFBPA)SouthFlorida Chapter celebrated the success of its Inaugural Leadership Forum 2024, held onJune28attheColonyWestGolfClubinTamarac,Florida.Themed"Shaping Tomorrow Together," the forum drew enthusiastic participation and facilitated lively exchanges and networking opportunities among attendees. Noteworthy speakers included Alan Williams from The White House, Phyllis Dickerson from the African-American Mayors Association, and Jim Carras from Harvard University'sBloombergCenterforCities,whoofferedvaluableinsightsonurban resilience. Legislative perspectives were shared by Florida State Senators Rosalind Osgood and Jason Pizzo, while a panel on South Florida MegaRegions featured prominent Black women leaders in municipal government. The event also marked the presentation of a $1,500 academic scholarship to Fabio Cabrera, underscoring NFBPA's commitment to nurturing future public administration leaders. Chair Merdochey LaFrance and Co-Chair Daphnee Sainvil expressed gratitude for the collaborative spirit that defined the forum, highlighting its role in addressing community challenges and fostering inclusiveleadership.
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OFFICERS:
PRESIDENT: DR. ANEISHA DANIEL PRESIDENT@NFBPASOUTHFLORIDA.ORG
1ST VICE PRESIDENT: LEON PINDER 1STVICEPRESIDENT@NFBPASOUTHFLORIDA.ORG
2ND VICE PRESIDENT: DR. DANITA CRAWFORD 2NDVICEPRESIDENT@NFBPASOUTHFLORIDA.ORG
SECRETARY: VENICE HOWARD SECRETARY@NFBPASOUTHFLORIDA.ORG
