HR1376: HR1376 Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association; commend

26 LC 129 1141 House Resolution 1376 By: Representatives Kendrick of the 95th, Neal of the 79th, Carter of the 93rd, and Beckles of the 96th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending the Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association;1 and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) was conceived in 1970 to3 help underrepresented professionals coming into the corporate s ector, largely for the first4 time, share experiences and insights to help make the journey easier; and5 WHEREAS, the NBMBAA has a deep and rich history of enriching the lives of Black youth6 and professionals that we continue to celebrate today; and7 WHEREAS, the NBMBAA Atlanta Chapter was founded in 1980 with 20 charter members;8 and9 WHEREAS, open to all, the NBMBAA Atlanta Chapter serves as a pr emier catalyst for10 career advancement and economic empowerment of underrepresented professionals; and11 WHEREAS, to support its members, the NBMBAA focuses on educatio n, career12 development, leadership, entrepreneurship, and lifestyle, which aims to empower13 underrepresented professionals and prepare them for success in various fields; and14 H. R. 1376 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1141 WHEREAS, the Atlanta chapter quickly established a firm foundat ion with the Greater15 Atlanta corporate, civic, educational, and community leaders an d has grown to more than16 1000 members; and 17 WHEREAS, the Atlanta Chapter of the NBMBAA empowers professionals and cultivates18 the next generation of leaders through high-impact programming designed to accelerate19 careers, expand access, and strengthen community; and 20 WHEREAS, the Atlanta Chapter offers a wide range of services through its Career Network21 Committee which is designed to empower, assist members secure employment, strengthen22 skills, and expand connections; and 23 WHEREAS, the Atlanta Chapter provides a Mentorship Program which offers a dynamic 1:124 mentorship experience designed to empower emerging professionals, provides scholarships25 to students going to college and graduate school who are intere sted in pursuing an MBA26 degree, as well as promotes youth through the signature Leaders of Tomorrow Program27 which serves over thirty teens from across the Metro-Atlanta area; and28 WHEREAS, the Atlanta Chapter of the NBMBAA is just one of the 40 chapters across the29 United States that has been recognized for its programming and signature events; and 30 WHEREAS, its programs are built to move talent forward, equippi ng members with the31 skills, networks, and confidence needed to lead in the ever-evolving marketplace.32 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that33 the members of this body recognize and commend the Atlanta Chapter of the National Black34 MBA Association ad extend their best wishes for its continued growth and success.35 H. R. 1376 - 2 - 26 LC 129 1141 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized36 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the37 Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association.38 H. R. 1376 - 3 -