Suggested Speakers - Under Consideration
We are extremely excited to showcase the lineup of impressive keynote speakers.
Mr. Dwayne Tucker
University President
Dwayne Tucker is the CEO of DT Consulting, founded in December 2010. Dwayne brings a unique blend of leadership, executive management experience, as well as significant executive coaching expertise. Serving for nearly 40 years as both a leader of Human Capital and an Operations Executive in the financial services and transportation industries, Dwayne has held the titles Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO), Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), and General Manager with Fortune 500 companies First Data, Northwest Airlines and Alliance Data. As President of Alliance Data’s Transaction Services business unit, Dwayne annually achieved double-digit revenue and profitability growth and successfully led teams of as many as 2,500 colleagues. His business unit profit and loss responsibility exceeded $500 million. During his tenure as CAO, Dwayne was responsible for setting corporate strategy and executing Human Resources, Marketing, Public Relations, Information Technology, and the General Counsel’s Office. In his corporate CHRO roles, Dwayne was responsible for developing human capital strategies and policy for employee groups ranging from 7,500 to over 50,000.
Dwayne’s diverse business background has resulted in a broad understanding of core corporate functions including sales, operations, marketing, public relations, information technology, legal, human resources and finance/accounting. This background also allows him to engage as a trusted advisor and coach to senior executives and leaders within a broad range of industries. His versatility has been invaluable to organizations facing transition where business courage, leadership, bench strength, and scalability were needed. Dwayne “speaks the language of the CSuite” and is able to coach others in the art of influence that is critical to long term executive success.
Dwayne currently serves as CEO for Lead Public Schools and formerly served as Chair of Tennessee State University’s Foundation Board. He currently serves as an independent Board Member for WoodmenLife Insurance and he is also co-founder of Educate Nashville, a Non-Profit educational based initiative.
Dwayne was born in Austin, TX and was raised in Nashville, TN. He graduated from Tennessee State University with a B.A. in Business Administration in 1980.
University President
Dwayne Tucker is the CEO of DT Consulting, founded in December 2010. Dwayne brings a unique blend of leadership, executive management experience, as well as significant executive coaching expertise. Serving for nearly 40 years as both a leader of Human Capital and an Operations Executive in the financial services and transportation industries, Dwayne has held the titles Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO), Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), and General Manager with Fortune 500 companies First Data, Northwest Airlines and Alliance Data. As President of Alliance Data’s Transaction Services business unit, Dwayne annually achieved double-digit revenue and profitability growth and successfully led teams of as many as 2,500 colleagues. His business unit profit and loss responsibility exceeded $500 million. During his tenure as CAO, Dwayne was responsible for setting corporate strategy and executing Human Resources, Marketing, Public Relations, Information Technology, and the General Counsel’s Office. In his corporate CHRO roles, Dwayne was responsible for developing human capital strategies and policy for employee groups ranging from 7,500 to over 50,000.
Dwayne’s diverse business background has resulted in a broad understanding of core corporate functions including sales, operations, marketing, public relations, information technology, legal, human resources and finance/accounting. This background also allows him to engage as a trusted advisor and coach to senior executives and leaders within a broad range of industries. His versatility has been invaluable to organizations facing transition where business courage, leadership, bench strength, and scalability were needed. Dwayne “speaks the language of the CSuite” and is able to coach others in the art of influence that is critical to long term executive success.
Dwayne currently serves as CEO for Lead Public Schools and formerly served as Chair of Tennessee State University’s Foundation Board. He currently serves as an independent Board Member for WoodmenLife Insurance and he is also co-founder of Educate Nashville, a Non-Profit educational based initiative.
Dwayne was born in Austin, TX and was raised in Nashville, TN. He graduated from Tennessee State University with a B.A. in Business Administration in 1980.
Agenia Walker Clark, Ph.D.
President and CEO, Fisk University
(Nashville, TN—Sept. 12) The Board of Trustees of Fisk University announced today the appointment of Dr. Agenia Walker Clark as its next president, effective November 6, 2023. She will be the University’s third female head and the 18th president of the 158-year-old-university, one of the nation’s highest-ranking Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
She replaces interim president Frank Sims, a member of the Board of Trustees, who has served in that position since 2021.
Dr. Clark most recently served as CEO for the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee – where, during her 19-year tenure, she increased the agency’s operational efficiencies, increased its reserves, built new facilities, and transformed the agency into one of the highest performing of the 111 councils in the Girl Scout network.
“Dr. Clark’s lifelong dedication to improving the lives of young people, along with her unique combination of fundraising and brand-building skills, are exactly what Fisk needs today,” said Juliette Pryor, chair of the Fisk Board of Trustees.
“I know that Dr. Clark’s bold ideas will positively impact our campus community today while assuring a fast-growing trajectory for the future.”
Prior to the Girl Scouts, Dr. Clark was the Vice President of Human Resources for the Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation, Senior Director of Human Resources at Vanderbilt University and directed human resources for Canadian telecommunications provider Nortel Networks, where she also served as a manager of government relations.
“To serve a new generation of brilliant, socially minded students—not unlike their counterparts of decades past, like W.E.B. Du Bois, Ida B. Wells-Barnett, John Lewis and Dr. Diane Nash—is surely the honor of my lifetime,” said Clark. “No institution of higher-ed has a richer legacy—or a richer promise for the future—than Fisk.”
Dr. Clark was named “Nashvillian of the Year” in 2021 and as one of “Nashville’s 100 Most Powerful People,” 2015–2020, by the Nashville Business Journal. An inductee into the Academy for Women of Achievement, she is also a Nashville Post Person-In-Charge (2014–2021). She is also a member of the International Women’s Forum (IWF), a member of the 2016 Class of Leadership Tennessee, and 1996 Class of Leadership Nashville.
She currently serves on the corporate board of directors for FirstBank Financial Corporation (NYSE: FBK) as well as the boards of trustees for Belmont and Simmons Universities – and is a trustee emerita on the board of the Haslam School of Business at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Dr. Clark earned a B.S. and MBA from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and her Doctorate in Leadership from Vanderbilt University.
The year-long search for Fisk’s 18th president was led by Board Trustee JoLinda Herring ’85, in conjunction with executive search and leadership advisory firm, Russell Reynolds Associates. -----Fisk University News and Publications 09-12-23
President and CEO, Fisk University
(Nashville, TN—Sept. 12) The Board of Trustees of Fisk University announced today the appointment of Dr. Agenia Walker Clark as its next president, effective November 6, 2023. She will be the University’s third female head and the 18th president of the 158-year-old-university, one of the nation’s highest-ranking Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
She replaces interim president Frank Sims, a member of the Board of Trustees, who has served in that position since 2021.
Dr. Clark most recently served as CEO for the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee – where, during her 19-year tenure, she increased the agency’s operational efficiencies, increased its reserves, built new facilities, and transformed the agency into one of the highest performing of the 111 councils in the Girl Scout network.
“Dr. Clark’s lifelong dedication to improving the lives of young people, along with her unique combination of fundraising and brand-building skills, are exactly what Fisk needs today,” said Juliette Pryor, chair of the Fisk Board of Trustees.
“I know that Dr. Clark’s bold ideas will positively impact our campus community today while assuring a fast-growing trajectory for the future.”
Prior to the Girl Scouts, Dr. Clark was the Vice President of Human Resources for the Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation, Senior Director of Human Resources at Vanderbilt University and directed human resources for Canadian telecommunications provider Nortel Networks, where she also served as a manager of government relations.
“To serve a new generation of brilliant, socially minded students—not unlike their counterparts of decades past, like W.E.B. Du Bois, Ida B. Wells-Barnett, John Lewis and Dr. Diane Nash—is surely the honor of my lifetime,” said Clark. “No institution of higher-ed has a richer legacy—or a richer promise for the future—than Fisk.”
Dr. Clark was named “Nashvillian of the Year” in 2021 and as one of “Nashville’s 100 Most Powerful People,” 2015–2020, by the Nashville Business Journal. An inductee into the Academy for Women of Achievement, she is also a Nashville Post Person-In-Charge (2014–2021). She is also a member of the International Women’s Forum (IWF), a member of the 2016 Class of Leadership Tennessee, and 1996 Class of Leadership Nashville.
She currently serves on the corporate board of directors for FirstBank Financial Corporation (NYSE: FBK) as well as the boards of trustees for Belmont and Simmons Universities – and is a trustee emerita on the board of the Haslam School of Business at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Dr. Clark earned a B.S. and MBA from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and her Doctorate in Leadership from Vanderbilt University.
The year-long search for Fisk’s 18th president was led by Board Trustee JoLinda Herring ’85, in conjunction with executive search and leadership advisory firm, Russell Reynolds Associates. -----Fisk University News and Publications 09-12-23
James E.K. Hildreth, Ph.D., M.D.:
President and CEO Meharry Medical College
Dr. James Hildreth graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University, was selected as the first African American Rhodes Scholar from Arkansas (1978), graduated from Oxford University with a PhD in Immunology (1982) and received a medical degree from Johns Hopkins University (1987).
Hildreth began his research on HIV and AIDS in 1986 and received NIH funding for almost two decades. From 1989 until 2005, Hildreth served in positions at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and was the first African American in the 125-year history of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine to obtain full professorship with tenure in the basic sciences.
He established the Center for AIDS Health Disparities Research Center at Meharry Medical College then became president and CEO in 2015. Hildreth has attained international recognition for his research in immunology with a focus on HIV and other viruses.
Since Nashville announced the city’s first COVID-19 case, Hildreth’s mission has been clear and deliberate—to protect the public, share the science and serve the underserved. In 2020, Hildreth became a key government advisor. In February, he was named to President Biden’s Health Equity Task Force to develop a national, organized effort to fight COVID-19 and in March, Mayor John Cooper tapped him for the newly formed Nashville COVID-19 Task Force.
Hildreth has become a leading voice on efforts to alleviate minority health disparities and improve access to quality care. He has catapulted Meharry Medical College to the national stage as a prominent expert on COVID-19, the pandemic’s impact on minority communities and systemic oppression and he established Meharry and its graduates as leaders in the fight for health equity. Hildreth’s efforts over the last year have secured multiple partnerships for Meharry and attracted more than $87 million in gifts and partnerships, furthering the College’s mission to provide essential health care access to all.
Hildreth’s many awards include the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Community Service Award from the Middle Tennessee Council of the Boy Scouts of America; induction into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame (2009) and into the Johns Hopkins University Society of Scholars (2011); and NIH Pioneer Award (2011). Hildreth was elected to the Institute of Medicine (now the National Academy of Medicine) in 2008. He was recently named one of the 50 Most Influential Clinical Leaders by Modern Healthcare. Hildreth serves as chair of the National Academic Affiliations Council of the Veterans Administration and on the Advisory Council to the NIH Director. President Biden appointed him to the White House COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force in 2021 and he serves on the Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee of the FDA which reviews COVID-19 vaccines for approval. Hildreth serves on a number of boards including the Association of Academic Health Centers, General Board of Higher Education of the United Methodist Church and chair of the board of the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Some of his notable local awards this year include Public Relations Society of America (Nashville) Apollo Award for Communications Leadership, NBJ Most Admired CEO, Nashville Lifestyles Most Interesting People and NBJ Newsmaker of the Year.
*Information compiled by Tennessee Health Care Hall of Fame
President and CEO Meharry Medical College
Dr. James Hildreth graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University, was selected as the first African American Rhodes Scholar from Arkansas (1978), graduated from Oxford University with a PhD in Immunology (1982) and received a medical degree from Johns Hopkins University (1987).
Hildreth began his research on HIV and AIDS in 1986 and received NIH funding for almost two decades. From 1989 until 2005, Hildreth served in positions at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and was the first African American in the 125-year history of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine to obtain full professorship with tenure in the basic sciences.
He established the Center for AIDS Health Disparities Research Center at Meharry Medical College then became president and CEO in 2015. Hildreth has attained international recognition for his research in immunology with a focus on HIV and other viruses.
Since Nashville announced the city’s first COVID-19 case, Hildreth’s mission has been clear and deliberate—to protect the public, share the science and serve the underserved. In 2020, Hildreth became a key government advisor. In February, he was named to President Biden’s Health Equity Task Force to develop a national, organized effort to fight COVID-19 and in March, Mayor John Cooper tapped him for the newly formed Nashville COVID-19 Task Force.
Hildreth has become a leading voice on efforts to alleviate minority health disparities and improve access to quality care. He has catapulted Meharry Medical College to the national stage as a prominent expert on COVID-19, the pandemic’s impact on minority communities and systemic oppression and he established Meharry and its graduates as leaders in the fight for health equity. Hildreth’s efforts over the last year have secured multiple partnerships for Meharry and attracted more than $87 million in gifts and partnerships, furthering the College’s mission to provide essential health care access to all.
Hildreth’s many awards include the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Community Service Award from the Middle Tennessee Council of the Boy Scouts of America; induction into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame (2009) and into the Johns Hopkins University Society of Scholars (2011); and NIH Pioneer Award (2011). Hildreth was elected to the Institute of Medicine (now the National Academy of Medicine) in 2008. He was recently named one of the 50 Most Influential Clinical Leaders by Modern Healthcare. Hildreth serves as chair of the National Academic Affiliations Council of the Veterans Administration and on the Advisory Council to the NIH Director. President Biden appointed him to the White House COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force in 2021 and he serves on the Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee of the FDA which reviews COVID-19 vaccines for approval. Hildreth serves on a number of boards including the Association of Academic Health Centers, General Board of Higher Education of the United Methodist Church and chair of the board of the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Some of his notable local awards this year include Public Relations Society of America (Nashville) Apollo Award for Communications Leadership, NBJ Most Admired CEO, Nashville Lifestyles Most Interesting People and NBJ Newsmaker of the Year.
*Information compiled by Tennessee Health Care Hall of Fame
Rev. Dr. Derrick Jackson
President and CEO, American Baptist College
American Baptist College has announced the appointment of Rev. Dr. Derrick Johnson as the 11th president by the College’s Board of Trustees, effective immediately. According to the Board Chair Dennie Marshall, the board quickly recognized that Jackson, who has served as interim president since July 1, was the right person to assume the presidency on a permanent basis.
“Derrick Johnson’s background as a business leader, pastor, and educator make him an ideal fit for ABC,” said Marshall. “The next president needs to be focused on increasing enrollment, raising funds, engaging alumni, and strengthening ABC’s relationship with the National Baptist Convention USA. President Jackson is in a unique position to make all of those things happen.”
Jackson is the senior pastor of First Baptist Church in Gallatin, Tenn., where he has served for 24 years. He is also accomplished in various business and entrepreneurial endeavors, serving as executive director of the Sunday School Publishing Board and co-owner of several other ventures. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Prairie View A&M University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Keller Graduate School of Management, as well as a Master of Theological Studies degree from Vanderbilt University and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Lipscomb University.
“I am grateful. There are a lot of good things we can do together. I’m thankful for the work of our former president, Forest Harris, and look forward to continuing the momentum around the energy and synergy already in place. I’m looking forward to continuing what we’ve started together,” said Jackson.
“Nashville needs ABC, and so does the country and the world,” Jackson added.
“We commend the Board of Trustees of American Baptist College on their selection and extend our heartfelt congratulations to President Jackson on his appointment. We are confident in his vision and look forward to supporting his leadership,” said HCF Founder, President & CEO Demetrius Johnson Jr. “The future of ABC is bright, and we are excited to see the continued growth and progress under President Jackson’s guidance. Once again, congratulations, President Jackson—we look forward to witnessing this new era of growth and success.”
President and CEO, American Baptist College
American Baptist College has announced the appointment of Rev. Dr. Derrick Johnson as the 11th president by the College’s Board of Trustees, effective immediately. According to the Board Chair Dennie Marshall, the board quickly recognized that Jackson, who has served as interim president since July 1, was the right person to assume the presidency on a permanent basis.
“Derrick Johnson’s background as a business leader, pastor, and educator make him an ideal fit for ABC,” said Marshall. “The next president needs to be focused on increasing enrollment, raising funds, engaging alumni, and strengthening ABC’s relationship with the National Baptist Convention USA. President Jackson is in a unique position to make all of those things happen.”
Jackson is the senior pastor of First Baptist Church in Gallatin, Tenn., where he has served for 24 years. He is also accomplished in various business and entrepreneurial endeavors, serving as executive director of the Sunday School Publishing Board and co-owner of several other ventures. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Prairie View A&M University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Keller Graduate School of Management, as well as a Master of Theological Studies degree from Vanderbilt University and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Lipscomb University.
“I am grateful. There are a lot of good things we can do together. I’m thankful for the work of our former president, Forest Harris, and look forward to continuing the momentum around the energy and synergy already in place. I’m looking forward to continuing what we’ve started together,” said Jackson.
“Nashville needs ABC, and so does the country and the world,” Jackson added.
“We commend the Board of Trustees of American Baptist College on their selection and extend our heartfelt congratulations to President Jackson on his appointment. We are confident in his vision and look forward to supporting his leadership,” said HCF Founder, President & CEO Demetrius Johnson Jr. “The future of ABC is bright, and we are excited to see the continued growth and progress under President Jackson’s guidance. Once again, congratulations, President Jackson—we look forward to witnessing this new era of growth and success.”
2026 Annual Technical Assistance Workshop in Nashville, Tennessee
The National Association of HBCU Title III Administrators, Inc. Annual Technical Assistance Workshop is an opportunity for Title III professionals to network and share ideas on teaching and learning strategies, leading change, and sharing best practices in higher education grant administration. We invite Program Directors, Activity Directors, and other Higher Education Professionals to be a part of this dynamic program by submitting a proposal to present at the 2026 Technical Assistance Workshop. The Title III Technical Assistance Workshop program will be organized around the following theme: The Power of Innovation and Impact: Creating Solutions and Educational Opportunities for Growth and Sustainability at our Nations HBCUs.
Don't miss out.
Register by May 17 . We look forward to seeing you there.
Conference: CANCELLATION/CHANGE/REFUNDS
Registration – written request must be received by Ronald E. Range no later than May 25, 2026. No refunds after May 25, 2026. A one-hundred-dollar cancellation fee will be assessed on all refunds. Emergency requests received in writing and documented after May 25, 2026, will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Registration Refund Policy
Overview
We strive to ensure our participants have a positive experience. If you need to cancel your registration, our refund policy is designed to provide clarity and fairness. This policy is designed to ensure clarity and fairness in the management of event registrations and cancellations. Please direct any questions or concerns regarding this policy to [email protected] or [email protected].
Refund Deadline
Refund requests must be submitted no later than 21 days before the event start date. Requests received after this deadline will not be eligible for a refund.
Registration Cancellation Deadline: May 25, 2026 (21 Days Before the Start of the Conference).
Registration and Cancellation Policy
Effective Date: [June 27, 2024]
Refund Process
Deadline for Transfer Requests: May 25, 2026 (21 Days Before the Start of Conference).
Please note that certain fees, such as transaction fees or special promotional items, may be non-refundable.
Exceptions
In exceptional cases, such as medical emergencies or unforeseen circumstances, please reach out to our financial team to discuss your situation.
Contact Information
For any questions regarding the refund policy, please contact us at [[email protected] or [email protected]].
This policy is effective as of [effective date] and may be updated periodically. Please check back for any changes.
Registration – written request must be received by Ronald E. Range no later than May 25, 2026. No refunds after May 25, 2026. A one-hundred-dollar cancellation fee will be assessed on all refunds. Emergency requests received in writing and documented after May 25, 2026, will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Registration Refund Policy
Overview
We strive to ensure our participants have a positive experience. If you need to cancel your registration, our refund policy is designed to provide clarity and fairness. This policy is designed to ensure clarity and fairness in the management of event registrations and cancellations. Please direct any questions or concerns regarding this policy to [email protected] or [email protected].
Refund Deadline
Refund requests must be submitted no later than 21 days before the event start date. Requests received after this deadline will not be eligible for a refund.
Registration Cancellation Deadline: May 25, 2026 (21 Days Before the Start of the Conference).
Registration and Cancellation Policy
Effective Date: [June 27, 2024]
Refund Process
- Submit a Refund Request: To initiate a refund, please contact Ronald Range or LaTashia Swain-Gilliard at [[email protected] or [email protected]] with your registration details.
- Processing Time: Refund requests will be processed within 14 business days after approval.
- Refund Method: Refunds will be issued using the original payment method, where applicable, used during registration.
- Deadline: May, 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (21 Days Before the Start of the Conference).
- Cancellation Submission: Send cancellations to [email protected] or [email protected].
Deadline for Transfer Requests: May 25, 2026 (21 Days Before the Start of Conference).
- Registrations can be transferred to another individual from the same institution within the same category in which the registration was originally submitted and paid.
Please note that certain fees, such as transaction fees or special promotional items, may be non-refundable.
Exceptions
In exceptional cases, such as medical emergencies or unforeseen circumstances, please reach out to our financial team to discuss your situation.
Contact Information
For any questions regarding the refund policy, please contact us at [[email protected] or [email protected]].
This policy is effective as of [effective date] and may be updated periodically. Please check back for any changes.
Schedule-At-A-Glance
Sunday, June 21 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
4:00 pm - Until
4:00 pm - Until
Executive Committee/Planning Committee
Closed Executive Committee Meeting
Executive & Workshop Planning Committee Meeting
Executive & Workshop Planning Committee Meeting
Monday, June 22 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Pre-Conference Workshop (Optional)
Audience: Pre-Conference Registrants
Pre-Conference Workshops (Optional)
Note: An additional registration cost will apply.
Pre-Conference Workshops (Optional)
Note: An additional registration cost will apply.
Tuesday, June 23 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Pre-Conference Workshop (Optional)
Pre-Conference Workshops Continued
Audience: Pre-Conference Registrants
Lunch (On Your Own)
Afternoon Sessions
-Safe Space - Novice Administrators with 1-3 Years of Experience
-Seasoned Administrators with 4+ Years of Experience
What Are We Doing And Why?
New Title III Administrators Informational Sessions
Audience: Pre-Conference Registrants
Lunch (On Your Own)
Afternoon Sessions
-Safe Space - Novice Administrators with 1-3 Years of Experience
-Seasoned Administrators with 4+ Years of Experience
What Are We Doing And Why?
New Title III Administrators Informational Sessions
Wednesday, June 24 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Audience: All Conference Registrants
Wellness Activity
Continental Breakfast
Opening Plenary/Charles Drew Showcase
Title III Historical Perspective
Lunch (On Your Own)
Networking and Collaboration Meetings
Welcome Reception
Continental Breakfast
Opening Plenary/Charles Drew Showcase
Title III Historical Perspective
Lunch (On Your Own)
Networking and Collaboration Meetings
Welcome Reception
Thursday, June 25 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Audience: All Conference Registrants
Wellness Activity
Continental Breakfast
General and/or Various Sessions
Luncheon
Various Sessions
Group Photo
Association Business Meeting
Continental Breakfast
General and/or Various Sessions
Luncheon
Various Sessions
Group Photo
Association Business Meeting
Friday, June 26 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Audience: All Conference Registrants
Wellness Activity
Continental Breakfast
Closing: Open Dialogue & Feedback Forum
Continental Breakfast
Closing: Open Dialogue & Feedback Forum
2026 Technical Assistance Workshop
Nashville, Tennessee
At-A-Glance Schedule
Nashville, Tennessee
At-A-Glance Schedule
2026 Pre-Conference Workshops
To Be Determined
To Be Determined
Grand Hyatt Nashville
1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203
1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203
Previous Offerings
Date & Time
June 22, 2026, 8:00 AM - June 23, 2026 - 8:00 AM
Uniform Administrative Requirements for Federal Grants: Instructor-led live classroom
Course Description Learn to confidently navigate the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) Subparts A–D. This course will help you make sense of this critical and complex grants regulation. Gain an in-depth understanding of how these requirements apply for grantors and grantees across the grant lifecycle. This is a core course in all tracks of the GMCP™.
Intended Audience Anyone who needs to understand the fundamental rules governing Federal assistance will benefit from this course. Participants who completed this course prior to implementation of 2 CFR 200 would benefit from retaking this course to understand the changes.
Course Learning Objectives • Describe the purpose and applicability of the Uniform Guidance • Use 2 CFR 200, Subparts A and B to locate information about general terms and requirements • Use 2 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 200, Subpart C to identify the pre-award requirements for federal agencies and describe how they affect recipients and subrecipients • Use 2 CFR 200, Subpart D to identify the post-award requirements for federal agencies and describe how they affect recipients and subrecipients • Apply the administrative requirements found in the Uniform Guidance
Financial Administration of Federal Grants for Recipients
Overview
Gain experience identifying financial requirements for federal awards, preparing financial reports, and conducting desk reviews to meet complex fiscal obligations throughout the grant lifecycle. This is an elective course in the Pass-Through and Recipient tracks of the GMCP™.
Course Topics
Federal Requirements and Your Financial Management System
Six Sigma – White Belt
Lean Six Sigma White Belt
White Belt — Gain a fundamental understanding of Lean Six Sigma
Lean Six Sigma White Belt training is the first step in the Lean Six Sigma process. As it is the foremost step, 6Sigma.us’ White Belt training provides an all-around knowledge of Six Sigma roadmaps and Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. With this course, you’ll have a basic understanding of Six Sigma processes, Lean and Six Sigma concepts, and ideologies. You will be able to understand concepts that involve process improvement, variability reduction, improvement process performance, and the various roles that team members play.
Course Outline – Lean Six Sigma White Belt
Our White Belt course covers the following topics:
White Belt is your first step in process improvement. It’s an exciting first step that opens doors to a world of process improvement and organizational efficiency.
A Lean Six Sigma White Belt is the entry-level certification in the Lean Six Sigma methodology. It’s designed to provide a fundamental understanding of the core principles and basic tools used in process improvement. White Belts play a crucial role in creating a culture of continuous improvement within an organization.
White Belts are typically team members who support project initiatives led by Green and Black Belts. They act as the eyes and ears on the ground, identifying potential areas for improvement in their day-to-day work. This grassroots involvement is essential for the success of any Lean Six Sigma program.
Core Concepts Covered in White Belt Training
When you embark on your Lean Six Sigma white belt training journey, you’ll be introduced to several fundamental concepts:
This White Belt certification is the foundation for further Six Sigma education!
The Benefits of a Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
Obtaining a Lean Six Sigma white belt certification can significantly boost your career prospects. Here’s how:
Course Description Learn to confidently navigate the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) Subparts A–D. This course will help you make sense of this critical and complex grants regulation. Gain an in-depth understanding of how these requirements apply for grantors and grantees across the grant lifecycle. This is a core course in all tracks of the GMCP™.
Intended Audience Anyone who needs to understand the fundamental rules governing Federal assistance will benefit from this course. Participants who completed this course prior to implementation of 2 CFR 200 would benefit from retaking this course to understand the changes.
Course Learning Objectives • Describe the purpose and applicability of the Uniform Guidance • Use 2 CFR 200, Subparts A and B to locate information about general terms and requirements • Use 2 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 200, Subpart C to identify the pre-award requirements for federal agencies and describe how they affect recipients and subrecipients • Use 2 CFR 200, Subpart D to identify the post-award requirements for federal agencies and describe how they affect recipients and subrecipients • Apply the administrative requirements found in the Uniform Guidance
Financial Administration of Federal Grants for Recipients
Overview
Gain experience identifying financial requirements for federal awards, preparing financial reports, and conducting desk reviews to meet complex fiscal obligations throughout the grant lifecycle. This is an elective course in the Pass-Through and Recipient tracks of the GMCP™.
Course Topics
Federal Requirements and Your Financial Management System
- Impact Before, During, and After the Award
- The Uniform Administrative Requirements
- Cost Principles
- Statutory and Programmatic Requirements
- Exercise: Examining a Federal Award Agreement
- Elements of the Financial Management System
- The Chart of Accounts
- Payments and Drawdowns
- Program Income
- Cost Sharing
- Exercise: Calculating Cost Share and Program Income
- Understanding the Cost Principles
- Charging Pre-award Costs
- Charging Direct Costs
- Indirect Costs
- Salaries and Wages
- Exercise: Allocating and Charging Trip Costs
- Financial Reporting
- Using Financial Reports to Monitor Grants
- Prior Approvals and Changes in Project Scope or Budget
- Exercise: Reviewing and Approving Project Costs
- What Is Grant Closeout?
- Property Disposition
- Filing the Final Financial Reports
- Settling the Account
- Exercise: Property Disposition
- Who Evaluates and When
- Desk Reviews and Site Visits
- Audits of Federal Awards
- Resolving Audit Findings
- Capstone Exercise: Conducting a Desk Review
Six Sigma – White Belt
Lean Six Sigma White Belt
White Belt — Gain a fundamental understanding of Lean Six Sigma
Lean Six Sigma White Belt training is the first step in the Lean Six Sigma process. As it is the foremost step, 6Sigma.us’ White Belt training provides an all-around knowledge of Six Sigma roadmaps and Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. With this course, you’ll have a basic understanding of Six Sigma processes, Lean and Six Sigma concepts, and ideologies. You will be able to understand concepts that involve process improvement, variability reduction, improvement process performance, and the various roles that team members play.
Course Outline – Lean Six Sigma White Belt
Our White Belt course covers the following topics:
- Lean Six Sigma Program Overview
- Define Phase
- Lean Six Sigma Deployment
White Belt is your first step in process improvement. It’s an exciting first step that opens doors to a world of process improvement and organizational efficiency.
A Lean Six Sigma White Belt is the entry-level certification in the Lean Six Sigma methodology. It’s designed to provide a fundamental understanding of the core principles and basic tools used in process improvement. White Belts play a crucial role in creating a culture of continuous improvement within an organization.
White Belts are typically team members who support project initiatives led by Green and Black Belts. They act as the eyes and ears on the ground, identifying potential areas for improvement in their day-to-day work. This grassroots involvement is essential for the success of any Lean Six Sigma program.
Core Concepts Covered in White Belt Training
When you embark on your Lean Six Sigma white belt training journey, you’ll be introduced to several fundamental concepts:
- Introduction to Lean Six Sigma principles: You’ll learn about the history and philosophy behind Lean and Six Sigma, and how they combine to create a powerful methodology for process improvement.
- Basic problem-solving tools: We’ll introduce you to simple yet effective tools like the 5 Whys, Pareto charts, and process mapping.
- Understanding of DMAIC methodology: You’ll get an overview of the Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control (DMAIC) process, which is the backbone of Six Sigma projects.
This White Belt certification is the foundation for further Six Sigma education!
The Benefits of a Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
Obtaining a Lean Six Sigma white belt certification can significantly boost your career prospects. Here’s how:
- Enhanced problem-solving skills: The White Belt training equips you with fundamental tools to identify and solve problems efficiently. Professionals apply these skills to streamline their daily tasks and become more valuable to their teams.
- Increased employability: In today’s competitive job market, a Lean Six Sigma white belt certification sets you apart. Many of my clients, including Fortune 500 companies, actively seek candidates with Lean Six Sigma knowledge.
- Preparation for higher belt levels: The White Belt is your first step towards becoming a Yellow, Green, or even a Black Belt. It lays the foundation for more advanced Six Sigma concepts and methodologies.
Conference Location
Stay in the middle of the action at Grand Hyatt Nashville. This iconic Broadway hotel features one of the highest outdoor rooftop bars in Music City, a rooftop pool, a spa and seven food and beverage experiences. Located near The Gulch and Midtown, our downtown hotel puts you close to a rich music scene, exquisite dining and top attractions in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Explore North Nashville: A Place to Call Home
Welcome to the historic North Nashville — a neighborhood that pulses with energy, history, and Southern charm. Whether you’re a prospective student, applicant, or future employee, North Nashville invites you to discover its vibrant eateries, artistic excursions and beautiful sights-to-see. Here’s your guide to the experiences that make this neighborhood a place to call home.
Jefferson Street Sound Museum
Dive into the heartbeat of Nashville’s Black cultural legacy at the Jefferson Street Sound Museum. This hidden gem celebrates the historic Jefferson Street corridor, once a thriving hub for jazz, blues, and R&B legends like Jimi Hendrix and Etta James. Explore exhibits on the city’s civil rights history and the musicians who shaped America’s sound—perfect for history buffs and music lovers alike.
Van Vechten Art Gallery (Fisk University)
Step into a world of artistic brilliance at Fisk University’s Van Vechten Gallery. Home to the iconic Alfred Stieglitz Collection, including works by Georgia O’Keeffe and Picasso, this gallery is a cornerstone of Nashville’s academic and creative community. Attend student exhibitions or marvel at rotating installations that inspire and educate.
National Museum of African American Music
Experience the soundtrack of music history at the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM), the only museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the ways African Americans have pioneered the field. From bebop to rock, NMAAM’s interactive exhibits, live performances and curated collections make music history come alive.
Buchanan Street
Stroll through Buchanan Street in the historic Buchanan Arts District, a colorful neighborhood where murals meet mom-and-pop shops. This up-and-coming area is a hotspot for black-owned bars and restaurants, indie galleries, vintage boutiques, and community events like the monthly Buchanan Art Crawl.
Prince’s Hot Chicken
Nashville hot chicken’s claim to fame starts here. Prince’s Hot Chicken – the black-owned birthplace of the city’s eponymous, iconic dish – has been serving Nashville natives and newcomers alike since the 1930s. This Nashville mainstay serves up crispy, spicy perfection that’s equal parts Nashville tradition and heat.
Riddim N’ Spice
Savor the flavors of the Caribbean at Riddim N’ Spice, a family-owned eatery just steps
from Meharry’s main campus dishing out jerk chicken, curry goat, and plantain bowls. Pair
your meal with a tropical smoothie or ginger beer, and soak in the aura of the islands —
ideal for study breaks or casual meetups.
TJ’S Bar-B-Que & Fish
A longstanding favorite of the North Nashville community, TJ’S Bar-B-Que & Fish has been serving up southern comfort staples like fried fish and rib baskets since 1986. Come hungry, leave happy.
Swett’s & Silver Sands Cafe
Two icons, one delicious tradition. Swett’s, a Nashville institution since 1954, serves Southern comfort food with a cafeteria-style twist — think southern staples like fried chicken, collard greens and cornbread. For breakfast, head to Silver Sands Cafe, a nofrills spot beloved for fluffy pancakes, fried fish and grits.
Heritage Mural
Snap a photo in front of the striking Heritage Mural at Jefferson Street and 10th Avenue North. This vibrant artwork honors the neighborhood’s African American pioneers, from educators to musicians, weaving their stories into the fabric of Nashville.
Your Nashville Awaits
From art galleries to hole-in-the-wall eateries, and historic streets to modern murals, Nashville is a city of layers. Here, you’ll find a community that values creativity, celebrates diversity, and welcomes newcomers with open arms.
Whether you’re just beginning to hit the books, beginning your residency, or beginning to build a life, Nashville isn’t just a destination — it’s home.
Come for scholarship. Stay for the soul.
Note: Locations and hours may vary; check individual websites for details.
Whether you’re just beginning to hit the books, beginning your residency, or beginning to build a life, Nashville isn’t just a destination — it’s home.
Come for scholarship. Stay for the soul.
Note: Locations and hours may vary; check individual websites for details.
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Attractions
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
Gaylord Opryland Resort
The Frist Art Museum
First Saturday Art Crawl
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
Nashville Ballet
Nashville Opera
Nashville Symphony
Tennessee Performing Arts Center
Gaylord Opryland Resort
The Frist Art Museum
First Saturday Art Crawl
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
Nashville Ballet
Nashville Opera
Nashville Symphony
Tennessee Performing Arts Center
Join us for a Welcome Reception 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Wednesday, June 18
Join us for our annual Welcome Reception, which will be held on the CHESAPEAKE VIEW-Rooftop. Food, refreshments, and entertainment will be provided. Also, take this time to catch up with fellow Title III colleagues.
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