Annual Young Professionals' Forum
Forum for the Future General Information
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Jul 19, 2007 - 11:57:35 AM

ABOUT VALLEY FORWARD'S  FORUM FOR THE FUTURE

Presented by WSLS 10, RVEDP, and Carilion Clinic

As a continuation of Valley Forward’s commitment to improving and energizing our community, we are organizing the "Forum for the Future." This exciting event is will take place on Thursday, September 13 in the Roanoke Civic Center's new Special Events Center from 5:00-9:00 PM. The goal of the event is to provide a voice for the Valley’s young professionals, while also informing, inspiring, and encouraging action in the community .

At the "Forum for the Future" we will be holding a variety of engaging segments, including a powerful key-note address by Roanoke native Tiki Barber, intimate round-table discussions, and interactive question-and-answer panels, where attendees can have direct access to our community leaders to communicate, ask questions, and offer suggestions.

The cost of admission for tickets purchased before September 13 will be $20.75, or $10.25 for students with a valid student ID.  Tickets purchased the day of the event will be $25.75, or $15.25 for students with a valid student ID.  Admission includes heavy hors d'oeuvres and a drink ticket. A cash bar will also be available. 

FORUM "YOU TUBE" VIDEO LINK:

  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roum834gd_w

  TICKETS NOW ON SALE!!

VISIT THE ROANOKE CIVIC CENTER BOX OFFICE TO PURCHASE

OR

CLICK ON THIS LINK TO ORDER ONLINE*:

http://www.tickets.com/venue_info.cgi?VENUE_ID=201498

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL BE CHARGED A HANDLING AND ORDER FEE IF YOU ORDER TICKETS ON LINE

  DISCUSSION PANELISTS AND ROUND TABLE HOSTS :

Retail:  Lisa Soltis, Roger Elkin, Jack Barber

Downtown (Housing and Retail):  George Stanley, Krista Vannoy, Bill Carder, Kathy Kinsey

Downtown Development:  Timm Jamieson, Bern Ewert

State Politics:  William Fralin, Morgan Griffith, Brandon Bell, Onzlee Ware, John Edwards

Roanoke City K-12 Education: Rita Bishop, Susan Willis, Todd Putney

Roanoke County K-12 Education:  Cecil Snead

Continuing Education: Tom McKeon, Carol Seavor

Diversity/Tolerance:  Deneen Evans, Ted Edlich

Sports & Recreation:  Pete Lampman, Owen Grogan, Carey Harveycutter, Rick Kelley, Wesley Best, Tanya Weigel, Bob Swartz, Bill and Dane Carder, E. Duane Howard, Bill Gordge, Dick Clark, Debbie Pitts, Penny Lloyd, Vicki Gardner, Mark Taylor, Mill Mountain Zoo, Pete Haislip, Liz Belcher, Steve Buschor

Environmental Living:  Nell Boyle

Health and Fitness:  Tanya Weigel

Womens' Resources:  Dayna Palmer

Blogs/Websites:  Sean Pecor, Ira Kaufman

Human Services:  Jas Ghuman, Frank Rogan

Philanthropy:  Alan Ronk

Public Transportation:  Dave Morgan

Arts/Museums:  Georgeanne Bingham, Kimberly Templeton, Margaret-Hunter Wade, Susan Jennings, Rick Salzberg, Jim Sears, Kent Chrisman, Leah Sineno, Bev Fitzpatrick, Lindsay Mandy, Shelley Lyons, Burman Clark, Matthew Johnson, Wanda Alston, Nancy McCrickard

Young Professional Organizations:  John Grissemeyer, Coleman Gutshall, Robert Fralin, Melissa Oefelein, Katie Stevens, Josh Mattox, Molly Henry, Letitia Smith, Stuart Mease, Chad King, Judd Wagner, Mike Guntlow

Roanoke City Government:  Nelson Harris, Darlene Burcham, Brian Townsend

Business & Economic Development:  Phil Sparks, Kathy Nunnally, Tom McKeon, Wayne Strickland, Jake Gilmer, Dave Kjolhede, Rupert Cutler, Daniel Barchi, Gordie Ziegler, Pat Matthews

Jobs/Careers:  Coy Renick, Donna Tatum, Dave Lloyd

Vinton Town Government:  Carolyn Fidler

Roanoke County Government:  Johe McNamara, Doug Chittum, Elmer Hodge

Salem Town Government:  Howard Packett, Forrest Jones

National Politics:  Sam Rasoul

Local and State Politics:  Bob Denton

*Please note this is not a complete listing of attendees and is subject to change*

 EVENT SCHEDULE

5:00-5:30 PM:  Mix and Mingle

5:30-5:45 PM:  Welcome and Valley Forward Address

5:45-6:30 PM:  Round Table Session I

6:30-7:15 PM:  Panel Discussions and Round Table Changeover

7:15-8:00 PM:  Round Table Session II

8:00-8:15 PM:  Young Professional Leadership Award Presentation and Keynote Speaker 

                            Introduction

8:15-8:45 PM:  Keynote Address by Tiki Barber

9:00 PM:  Adjournment

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