ReMARCs: Cincinnati, Here We Come!

By Marc H. Morial

President & CEO, National Urban League

The countdown has begun! In seven weeks, thousands of Urban Leaguers, partners, supporters and friends will gather in the “Queen City” of Cincinnati, OH for the 2014 National Urban League Annual Conference.

The conference – “One Nation Underemployed: Bridges to Jobs and Justice” – will be held July 23rd – 26th at the Duke Energy Convention Center.  For these four days, we will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act and confront crises including jobs, education, voting rights and other civil rights issues of the 21st century with strategies and actionable plans for economic recovery and empowerment for all.  This will be a must-attend event that includes something for everyone.

With leaders and influencers across the business, political and community sectors, our jobs-focused Conference will empower attendees with unmatched professional, networking, civic engagement, business development and cultural/entertainment opportunities.  From sessions on launching a business and creating sustainable wealth to the ultimate interactive music experience to a star-studded premier of a major motion picture, the Conference will also feature empowering workshops during which participants and attendees will come together to discuss topics from equity and economic policy to health and housing.

Highlights include our Small Business Matters Entrepreneurship Summit; Urban League Live at the Macy’s Music Festival; Women of Power Awards; Whitney M. Young Jr. Awards Gala; Career and Networking Fair; Red Carpet Movie Screening; College Fair; and a celebration of the 15th Anniversary of the National Urban League Young Professionals.

Home to the Smithsonian-affiliated National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, the Cincinnati Reds, gorgeous architecture and a vibrant cultural, dining and nightlife scene, Cincinnati has been excitedly anticipating our arrival – and we will not disappoint.  I encourage you to reserve your space by registering now for the premier civil rights and urban advocacy conference of the year.  I look forward to seeing you!