SIGMA: Developing the Brother…and the Brand
August 10, 2009
Greetings Brothers of Virginia and West Virginia:
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to our first ever joint state conference, being held on Saturday, September 19th, 2009 at the prestigious Fairfax campus of George Mason University (GMU/Mason). The host chapters for this year’s conference are the Rho Tau Chapter (PT) and Theta Tau Sigma Chapter (ΘΤΣ). We are truly excited to have the opportunity to serve as your hosts and hope that you enjoy your brief stay in Northern Virginia.
The planning committee has been working diligently with the hopes of presenting the brotherhood with another successful and informative state conference! This year’s conference theme is “SIGMA: Developing the Brother…and the Brand.” In addition to the insightful workshops, speakers, and membership intake certification, there will be a team of nurses available to perform noninvasive procedures, such as cholesterol, blood pressure and body mass index checks. Additionally, just as last year we will be recognizing the collegiate and alumni brother of the year.
The campus administration/staff have committed to providing Phi Beta Sigma with its best accommodations and excellent customer service. Our meeting and related events will be held in the George W. Johnson Center. Additionally, the campus has undergone several exciting structural changes that well prove very beneficial to our conference. Named the #1 national university to watch by U.S. News & World Report, Mason is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with global d istinction!
In the spirit of networking and brotherhood, we will be hosting a “kickoff” reception at the International/Corporate Headquarters from 7pm-10pm on Friday, September 18th, 2009. Brothers are encouraged to bring business cards to this event. As always, the success of our conference will depend on your attendance and “active” participation. We ask that you comply with the following directives in order to make your visit to Northern Virginia as stress-free as possible:
- Early-Bird Registration is the best and most cost effective way to partake in the 2009 Conference. The cost for early-bird-registration is $30, while on-site registration is $40. Continental breakfast, lunch, a parting gift, and a wealth of knowledge are all included in the registration fee.
- Read, complete and mail the registration form by the required deadline (Friday, 9/11/09).
- Come dressed in a “business” suit and be ready to actively and positively participate.
- Park in “LOT K” only, failure to do so will result in a very expensive parking citation.
On behalf of State Directors:
Brothers Devon Henry and Ken Daniel, the Virginia Leadership Team, and the conference host chapters we look forward to seeing you next month in Northern Virginia.
