11th ANNUAL RAINBOW PUSH AND CEF
CREATING OPPORTUNITY CONFERENCE
AND UNITY SUMMIT
November 10-14, 2010

Hyatt Regency, 263 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30303

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2010

10:00 a.m.     Rev. Jackson Speaks to Morehouse Crown Forum
King Chapel, Morehouse College
4:00 P.M.      Opening Press Conference
5:00 pm         Opening Reception
Award Recipients:  The Dodd Family, Mr. Donald Hatcher
7:00                P.m. Town Hall Meeting – Reduce the Rate (Student Financial Aid) and Foreclosure Update - Keynote:  Dr. Joseph Leonard
Participants:  Ms. Trina Heathington, Ms. Anissa Ferrell, Mr. Darryl Hill,   Mr. Thomas Harris
Atlanta Life 100 Auburn Avenue Atlanta Ga 30303

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2010

9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. – POWER NETWORKING –  Cair0/Hong Kong
Highly qualified diverse suppliers give their “elevator speech” during a fifteen-minute one-on-one with corporate and government purchasing officials.  This feature is limited to members of the RPC International Trade Bureau.

8 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. – VENDORS – Embassy Foyer

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
BUSINESS AWARDS BREAKFAST – International Ballroom
Keynote Speaker:  Mr. Michael Garrett
Award Presentations:  Mr. Doug Curling
Participants:  Ms. Randolyn Jones, Ms. Leona Barr-Davenport, Ms. Nancy Flake-Johnson
Host:  Ms. Twanda Black

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
INFRASTRUCTURE:  TRANSPORTATION and ENERGY – Singapore
Critical infrastructure is vital to sustainable economic growth and shared economic security.  These systems contribute to the quality of life in America as we know it.  They include telecom, water, transportation, food and energy. A panel of corporate and governmental leaders will discuss innovative trends and business opportunities.
Participants:  Dr. Beverly Scott,  Ms. Hilda Pinnix-Ragland,  Mr. Dirck Hargrove, Mr. Girard Geeter, Mr. Quinton Robinson, Hon. Willie Burns, Janice L. Mathis, Esq.

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Board of Directors Workshop – Montreal/Vancouver
Examine the role and responsibility of the black members of Fortune 1000 Boards.  Do you have what it takes to be a board member?  See the results of our latest study of corporate diversity and inclusion – the 2010 Fairness Index.
Participants:  Mr. Dave Moody, Ms. April Kelly-Drummond, Ms. Juanita Baranco, Mr. Christopher Womack, Ms. Denise Harrod

12:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. - MINISTERS’ LUNCHEON AND SEMINAR
International Ballroom
Theme: The Role of the Church in the 21st Century
The Annual Clergy Luncheon is always a highlight of CO.  Special guests include prominent representatives of the various African Americans religious denominations. Participants will speak to past struggles and the power that we draw from the Holy Spirit to confront times such as these.
Participants:   Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., Ms. G.G. Dixon
Honorees:  Pastor Anthony Armstrong, Bishop James Washington, Rev. Lorraine Jacques White and Rev. R.L. White, Dr. Kevin Adams, Dr. Gregory Eason
Keynote Speaker:  Dr. Otis Moss

2:30 P.M. – 4:00 p.m.  - CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS

FAITH AND THE MARKETPLACE – Singapore
We are building 1000 CHURCHES CONNECTED to focus on financial literacy and economic empowerment.  This discussion will give pastors an opportunity to understand and develop a plan for maximizing the market power of the faith community.  The congregation has the power to promote good corporate citizenship with its buying power in financial products and services, franchising and much more.  Participants:  Dr. Jason Owen, Mr. Richard Ivey, Mr. Axel Adams

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS – Montreal
The fastest growing economies are in Asia, South America and Africa.  How can you tap into these emerging markets?  Participants:  Ms. Doretha Marshall, Mr. Joe Beasley, Mr. James Gomez, Mr. Clayvon Croom

MAYORS CAUCUS - Moderator:  Hon. Willie Burns

6:00 P.M. - VIP SPONSOR’S RECEPTION- Centennial II
                       
7:00 P.M. – KEEP HOPE ALIVE UNITY GALA – Centennial III and IV

Participants:  Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., Mr. Frank Ski, Mr. Marvin Nunnally, Janice L. Mathis, Esq., Hon. Emanuel Jones
Performers:  Jean Childs Young Middle School Band and Ms. Angie Stone
Honorees:  Ms. Denise Harrod, Mr. Charlie Flemming, Ms. Helen Butler, Ms. Alexis Scott, Trade Bureau Member of the Year

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2010

UNITY SUMMIT

GABEO, GCBM, SCLC Georgia, Rainbow PUSH Coalition

Georgia Legislative Black Caucus

8 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

VENDORS

7:30 -9 a.m. UNITY CAUCUS - Manila

Leaders are coming together to promote the progressive agenda.
Participants:  Hon. Emanuel Jones, Hon. Tyrone Brooks, Hon. Patty James, Rev. Samuel Mosteller, Hon. Willie Burns, Mr.  Joe Beasley

9-11 A.M. PUBLIC FINANCE - Cairo
Public officials find new ways to make ends meet in an age of austerity.

Participants:  Mr. Porter Bingham, Mr. Keith Hulbert

9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.

YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT SUMMIT – Grand Hall East

Young people turn the tables – answering the questions and setting the agenda.

Hosts:  Mr. Dominic Stokes, Mr. Dwight Perry, Mr. Marcus Sanders, Mr. Genarlow Wilson, Mr. Orrin Hudson, Rev.  Robert Hughes

9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
COLLEGE FAIR – Grand Hall East Foyer
Participants:  Ms. Kawanya Isom, Morris Brown College, Albany State College, Spelman College, Atlanta Metropolitan; Clarke-Atlanta University, Clayton State University, Ft. Valley State University, Morris Brown College

11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS

GOING THE GREEN MILE - Montreal
Green jobs, limiting the carbon footprint, fighting environmental justice – this is the language of the future, and the future is NOW.
Participants:  Charles “Champ” Walker, Mr. Townsend Bailey, Mr. George Bandy, Mr. Daniel Blackman, Mr. Jeffrey Hicks, Mr. Clayvon Croom, Mr. Steven Yates
Award Recipients:  Ms. Diane Dillon-Ridgley, Ms. Laura Turner Seydel, Dr. Gerald Durley, Mr. Jerome Ringo

LAW 101 – Singapore
WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW ABOUT THE LAW CAN HURT YOU
This legal workshop for teens and young adults looks at civil and criminal liability.   Legally, ignorance of the law is no excuse.  Find out how to protect yourself from unlawful arrest and excessive use of force.  Participants:  Hon. Hubert Grimes, Davida Mathis, Esq.
FINANCIAL LITERACY AND MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE- Vancouver
Learn how to use what you’ve got to get what you need and want. Finance professionals improve your financial I.Q. Learn Hands on Banking ™.  This discussion will answer questions about retirement, purchasing a home, college savings, estate planning and other issues while we attempt to close the wealth gap.  Get updates on mortgage lending and financial services regulation.  Participants: Ms. Pamela Cross, Ms. Raluca Qwai

THE BUSINESS OF SPORTS – Hong Kong
This panel will address corporate sports sponsorships, endorsement deals and college sports sponsorships. 
Participants:  Mr. Paul Debnam, Mr. Dale Davis, Mr. Ken Hudson, Ms. Nicole Watson, Mr. Raymon Singer

12:30 – 2:30
SPORTS LUNCHEON – International Ballroom
BEYOND THE PLAYING FIELD AND THE STAGE
This luncheon honors leadership on and beyond the court, stage, studio, field and arena.  We will highlight individuals who have demonstrated the ability to guide, direct or influence people to be champions in sports and entertainment.
Award Recipients:  Mr. Jerome Bettis, Ms. Nicole Watson, Mr. Raymon Singer
Participants:  Mr. Dextor Clinkscale  Host:  Ms. Elle Duncan

2:30 - 4:00 P.M. – UNITY SUMMIT – Hong Kong
THE STATE OF THE SOUTHERN RAINBOW
What forces are propelling the social, civic and economic agenda in the South?  How is the South different from the North and the West?  How do we reconstruct the South to provide more equity, more prosperity and more security?
Participants:  Hon. Emanuel Jones, Hon. Tyrone Brooks, Hon. Willie Burns, Rev. Samuel Mosteller, Mr.  Gary Flowers, Rev. William Howell, Rev. Markel Hutchins, Mr. Tharon Johnson, Rev. Charles White, Rev. Charles McKenzie, Hon. Lee May, Ms. Gail P. Davenport, Ms. Helen Butler, Ms. Benita West, Mr. Ed DuBose, Mr. Quenton Robinson.  Award Recipient:  Mr. Robert Howard
4:00 P.M. - CLOSING PRESS CONFERENCE

5-7 p.m.
AN INSIDER’S LOOK AT ATLANTA – Tour Atlanta’s most well-known sites, including the King Center, Aquarium and Zoo Atlanta.

8:00 p.m. - Closing Reception, Hyatt Regency

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2010

11:00 a.m. Worship Service, Providence Baptist Church, Dr. Gerald Durley, Pastor

5:00 P.M.    Rev. Jasper Williams’ Anniversary Banquet, Georgia International Convention Center
Keynote:  Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.

ADJOURN