Keynote Speakers
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Monday, June 20th Workshops
9:00AM to 10:15AM
#1 "The Digital Talking Book Program From NLS: Does it Need to be Inaccessible?"
by Scott Davert, M.A. Senior Instructor, Communications Learning Center at Helen Keller National Center.
This presenation will introduce participants to the services offered by the National Library Service for the Blind from a deaf-blind perspectve. Advantages, disadvantages, lack of accessibility, and possible solutions will be discussed.
#2 Nonprofit Management: "Board's Roles and Responsiblities" (First part of a two-part workshop
by Howered Rosenblum
Confused about board members' roles and responsibilities on a Board of Directors? This two-part workshop will introduce board members and future board members to the fundamentals of effective governance by defining the basic roles and resonsiblities of a board and examining strategies for building effective board structures. Participants will cover topics such as:
- Board roles
- Legal obligations of boards
- Characteristics of effective boards
- Implementation of goals
- Board reponsiblity for it's own performance
- Organizational structure
- Board structure
Having a working understanding of board members roles and responsibilities is required when serving on the AADB Board of Directors. This is helpful information for boardmembers of any nonprofit organization. This workshop is open to all.
#3 "SSP Service, the Next Steps"
by Jelica B. Nuccio, M.P.H., Consultant and Theresa B. Smith, Ph.D., CSC, MCSC, SCL, Consultant.
The goal of this workshop is to empower DB speople to enrich their own lives through improved SSP Services through increased resources - a curriculum, collective strategies (including a plan) for best using this resource in their area followed by self (collective) - advocacy.
10:45AM to 12:00PM
#4 "A Comparison of 3 Digital Book Programs for Braille Readers"
by Liz Halperin, B.A., MEd, M.A., Proofreader and Deaf-Blind Contact at Bookshare and Cherie Miller, B.S., University Program Manager at Bookshare
This workship will look at the advantages and disadvantages of 3 different digital book programs: NLS Web Braille, National Braille Press, and Bookshare. We will identify the qualifications to join each one. We will maily focus on the specialties and unique features of each program.
#5 Nonprofit Management: "Board's Roles and Responsiblities" (Second part of a two-part workshop)
by Howered Rosenblum
Confused about board members' roles and responsibilities on a Board of Directors? This two-part workshop will introduce board members and future board members to the fundamentals of effective governance by defining the basic roles and resonsiblities of a board and examining strategies for building effective board structures. Participants will cover topics such as:
- Board roles
- Legal obligations of boards
- Characteristics of effective boards
- Implementation of goals
- Board reponsiblity for it's own performance
- Organizational structure
- Board structure
Having a working understanding of board members roles and responsibilities is required when serving on the AADB Board of Directors. This is helpful information for boardmembers of any nonprofit organization. This workshop is open to all.
#6 "The Minnesota Model: Providing Support Services to Deaf-Blind Individuals"
by Paul Deeming, M.S., C.I. - CADI Services Cordinator/Training
Coordinator (also an RID certified interpreter in private at the
Deaf Blind Services Minnesota, LLC
This presentation will explain how this has come to be, how
services were developed, funding streams that are used, the
importance of collaboration with other agencies and how the
SSP program is structured and operated to provide a high
level of support. It is hoped that participants can bring this
information back home and start services there.
TUESDAY, JUNE 21st Workshops
9:00 AM to 10:15 AM
#7: "Communication Equality in Meetings: Self-Advocacy
with Interpreting Services"
by Paul Deeming, M.S., Col. - CADI Services
Coordinator/Training Coordinator (also an RID
certified interpreter in private practice) at the
Deaf Blind Services Minnesota, LLC
Deafblind participants in meetings with hearing people often get left behind in the communication flow due to the differences in communication styles as well as the interpreting process. This presentation will benefit both deafblind people and interpreters by describing advocacy and team work that will improve communication.
#8: Board Management: "Understanding Financial and
990's Reporting" (First part of a two-part workshop)
by Howard Rosenblum
Having a difficult time understanding a 990 or financial reports? This two-part presentation is designed to help you gain a basic understanding of how to read financial statements and 990 reports. Having a clear knowledge of these reports is very important in understanding the financial health of a
nonprofit organization such as AADB. It should give you the confidence to look at a set of financial statements and make sense of them. Participants will cover topics such as:
- Understanding the IRS 990 report
- Making sense of an audited financial statement
- Understanding the legal issues in reporting
- The donors' perspective of financial reports
- Impact of financial reports.
Having a clear understanding of financial and 990 reports is required when serving on the AADB Board of Directors. This is helpful information for board members of any nonprofit organization. This workshop is open to all.
#9: "What the Latest Technology can do for Deaf-Blind People"
by Anindya (Bapin) Bhattacharyya,
Coordinator/Training Coordinator (also an RID
certified interpreter in private practice) at the
Deaf Blind Services Minnesota, LLC
Deafblind participants in meetings with hearing people often get left behind in the communication flow due to the differences in communication styles as well as the interpreting process. This presentation will benefit both deafblind people and interpreters by describing advocacy and team work that will improve communication.
10:45AM to 12:00PM
#10: "Remote Text/Braille Services"
by Phillip A. Hyssong,
Manager/Owner of Alternative Communication Services, LLC
Schools, buisnesses, and associations throughout the country are optiong for remote text services for students and employees with hearing loss. This workshop will outline the process of how to effectively access these services to maximize communication in the workplace. In addition, participants will troubleshoot the toughest challegnes and be ready for a successful remote text experience.
#11: Board Management: "Understanding Financial and
990's Reporting" (Second part of a two-part workshop)
by Howard Rosenblum
Having a difficult time understanding a 990 or financial reports? This two-part presentation is designed to help you gain a basic understanding of how to read financial statements and 990 reports. Having a clear knowledge of these reports is very important in understanding the financial health of a
nonprofit organization such as AADB. It should give you the confidence to look at a set of financial statements and make sense of them. Participants will cover topics such as:
- Understanding the IRS 990 report
- Making sense of an audited financial statement
- Understanding the legal issues in reporting
- The donors' perspective of financial reports
- Impact of financial reports.
Having a clear understanding of financial and 990 reports is required when serving on the AADB Board of Directors. This is helpful information for board members of any nonprofit organization. This workshop is open to all.
#12: "What the Latest Technology can do for Deaf-Blind People"
by Anindya (Bapin) Bhattacharyya,
Coordinator/Training Coordinator (also an RID
certified interpreter in private practice) at the
Deaf Blind Services Minnesota, LLC
Deafblind participants in meetings with hearing people often get left behind in the communication flow due to the differences in communication styles as well as the interpreting process. This presentation will benefit both deafblind people and interpreters by describing advocacy and team work that will improve communication.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22nd Workshops
9:00 AM to 10:15 AM
#13: "The Fundamentals of Financial Planning"
by Dave Frank, D.B.A, Managing Partner/Financial Advisor at Kramer Financial
This workshop will cover the fundamentals of all aspects of financial planning starting with the most basic step of establishing goals and working through to more complex estate planning. Topics covered will include budgeting, establishing an emergency fund, insurance, investing, tax planning, and saving for college.
#14: Nonprofit Managment "Fundraising and the board" (First part of a two-part workshop)
by Howard Rosenblum
Does fundraising scare you away or make you feel intimidated when asking for a donation? By taking this training you will gain valuable insight on how to approach people to open their wallet for worthy causes. Learn:
- Why we need to do some fundraising
- When and how to ask for a donation
- Leagal issues invovled in fund raising
- The best ways to raise funds
- When not to ask
- The pros and cons of each fund raising for campaign or event
Raising funds is required when serving on the AADB Board of Directors. This is helpful information for board members of any nonpforit organization. This workshop is open to all.
#15: "The Heart, Head, and Eyes: Person-Centered Career Development Philosophy for DeafBlind Consumers"
by Paul Deeming, M.S., C.I. -- CADI Services Coordinator/Training Coorididnator (also an RID certified Interpreter in private practice) at the DeafBlind Services Minnesota, LLC
This interactive workshop will explain the philosophy of the "Heart, Head, & Eyes": a person-first approach to career development for deafblind job seekers.
Participants will be guided through the HHE process and be able to bring that information back to their vocational counselors for further career development. They will also gain information on how to be job-ready job seekers.
10:45AM to 12:00PM
#16: "The latest with CSD"
by Rep from Communication Service for the Deaf
Find out the latest news with CSD! This will be a presentation bout what Project Endeavor can offer (discounted internet, training, etc.)
#17: Nonprofit Managment "Fundraising and the board" (First part of a two-part workshop)
by Howard Rosenblum
Does fundraising scare you away or make you feel intimidated when asking for a donation? By taking this training you will gain valuable insight on how to approach people to open their wallet for worthy causes. Learn:
- Why we need to do some fundraising
- When and how to ask for a donation
- Leagal issues invovled in fund raising
- The best ways to raise funds
- When not to ask
- The pros and cons of each fund raising for campaign or event
Raising funds is required when serving on the AADB Board of Directors. This is helpful information for board members of any nonpforit organization. This workshop is open to all.
#18: "Employment-Focused Best Practices for Economic Empowerment for DeafBlind Individuals"
by Christine Marble, B.A., CI/CT Executive Director of Employment Endeavors, LLC
Through competency and fluency in sign language, EELLC works with individuals in preparing, obtaining and maintaining competitive employment. By working closely with each individual, their vocational goals are identified through their interest, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Emphasis is placed on integration, training, communication and accommodation needs.
#19: "Latest Actions with FCC"
by Greg Hlibok, Cheif of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC)'s Disability Rights Office
The presentation workshop will discuss recent actions the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)'s Disability Rights Office has taken in addressing the needs of the deaf-blind constituents including the establishment of the first ever nationwide deaf-blind equipment distribution program. The workshop will also cover issues concerning access to relay services, mainly IP based services such as video relay service and IP Relay. Rules and issues involving access to emergency information will also be the subject of the discussion. The presentation will also provide guidance on how to submit a complaint and comments in response to petitions, public notices, and proposed rules.