1. Kervin Stanford-Jones VP Strategic Initiatives

2. s Qualifications  Why you would like to serve in the selected capacity?  I believe I can positively effect the partnerships we currently have, to increase the value that we offer our partners, and therefore increase the value we receive from our partners.  What makes you qualified to serve in this capacity?  I am qualified to server in this capacity because I have already begun working with the board. I came on to the board as VP of Business Development in January. I have served on other boards in other Organizations such as Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, (APhiA) and Association for Information Technology Professionals (AITP). I am a member of Austin Area Urban League Young Professionals (AAULYP) and have been connected with numerous companies and organizations that I can can utilize my connections

3. Vision Statement  What is your vision for the capacity you would like to serve in?  My goal is to further propel both the local and national brand of NBMBAA to be the premier business organization serving black professionals by establishing and cultivating strategic partnerships with various organizations of similar or mutually beneficial needs.  What would you like to accomplish while serving in this capacity?  To fulfill this vision, I believe we must create long lasting partnerships that continue to prove valuable for years to come. Therefore, It is my personal goal to solidify 10 solid partnerships that we can count on for annual support which will further increase the stability and promote an increased outreach to our target market.