Since 2014, Management Concepts has been a Corporate Sponsor of Blacks in Government (BIG). We are proud of our long-standing Strategic Partnership with BIG and BIG NOW Generation in support of BIG’s efforts to promote inclusion, growth, and power for African Americans in Federal, State, and local government workplaces.
We participate in a tremendous number of BIG activities. To learn about upcoming conferences, trade shows, networking events, scholarships, and other engagements, bookmark this page.
Webinar
July 15, 2020
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Presented by BIG NOW Generation and Management Concepts
During this webinar we will discuss the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) in developing effective and meaningful training. We will also explore how leaders can use the power of storytelling to make teams more inclusive.
Management Concepts is looking forward to sponsoring and exhibiting at the 42nd Annual BIG NTI in Tampa, FL. Look for us in the expo hall, attend our One-Day Leadership Course, and network with BIG NOW Generation members at the 3rd annual Munch & Mingle. More information will be coming soon.
One-Day Leadership Course
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Strengthen your leadership skills and advance your career at our second annual One-Day Leadership Course, sponsored by Management Concepts. The course provides a distinctly intensive and highly-interactive experience that serves as a catalyst for leadership transformation. The course addresses challenges in leadership and management such as: Mentoring, Managing Change, Cultivating Motivation and Engagement, and Building Relationships Through Collaboration.
Upon completion, each course participant will receive a joint BIG/Management Concepts certificate of attendance. It is open to 40 students, and last year’s session was fully booked within a matter of days. Register at Bignet.org.
View photos from the 2019 Leadership Course on our Facebook page.
Chat with our knowledgeable staff to learn how to advance your career with Management Concepts training in multiple topic areas.
Michelle Clark
Director, Marketing and
Strategic Partnerships
mclark@managementconcepts.com
Vera Medici
Events Marketing Manager
vmedici@managementconcepts.com
Margaret Eggleston
Management Concepts Instructor
The 5th Annual BIG/Management Concepts Leadership Certificate Program Scholarship competition will be accepting applications soon!
The Leadership Certificate Program helps you gain the knowledge and experience you need to successfully prepare for new leadership roles, increase emotional intelligence and engagement capabilities, handle complex problems, and lead change. Visit the BIG National home page and scroll down for details.
VISIT THE BIG NATIONAL WEBSITE
If you have any questions please contact Michelle Clark at 703.790.9595 or email mclark@managementconcepts.com.
May 16, 2020
Management Concepts was proud to host the first-ever virtual format BIG Region XI Regional Training Conference, serving BIG members in the Washington, DC region and beyond.
The Management Concepts virtual course interactive platform provided an interactive experience to conference attendees, with presenters conversing with students live on-screen. Management Concepts presented two sessions, “Managing Beyond Generational Differences” and “Leading Through Change and Uncertainty,” adapted from our full-length Leadership & Management courses and Professional Government Supervisor Program.
December 12, 2019
Management Concepts was pleased to recognize the hard work and dedication of BIG and other partner organizations by hosting our first-ever partnership appreciation event. All members of our partner organizations were invited to attend and enjoy an evening of refreshments, networking, and festivities while supporting a good cause. This year we selected So Others Might Eat (SOME) to raise money and collect much-needed non-perishable food and toiletry items to combat homelessness and poverty. Region XI Council Vice President and BIG NOW Generation Coordinator Stephan Matthews spoke on behalf of BIG.
View photos from the Holiday Charity Social on our Facebook page.
August 5-8, 2019
Management Concepts was proud to return as a Gold Sponsor to the 41st Annual BIG NTI in Dallas, TX. Our second annual One-Day Leadership Course was a great success. Our BIG NOW Generation networking event, the second annual “Munch and Mingle” drew a record crowd. Our exhibit hall booth was also busy, with the Selfie Stand taking center stage. BIG members had a blast taking selfies and recording gifs with their friends and colleagues.
Read a full recap of BIG NTI 2019 on our blog, written by Michelle Clark, Director, Marketing and Strategic Partnerships at Management Concepts, and longtime BIG Member.
Visit our Facebook page to view our photo albums
BIG NTI 2019 photo album.
May 18, 2019
Management Concepts exhibited and presented two workshops at the BIG Region XI Regional Training Conference 2019 in Silver Spring, MD.
These workshops, 90-minute condensed versions of 4-hour modules from our Professional Government Supervisor Program, were tailored for early career and advanced career levels.
Hannah Toney, Director, Learning and Technology Solutions at Management Concepts, presented the “Inspiring Leaders” workshop. Debbie Eshelman, Managing Director at Management Concepts, facilitated the “Thinking Strategically —Essential Skills for Supervisor” Workshop. All participants received a certificate of completion at the conclusion of the workshops.
May 9, 2019
In honor of Public Service Recognition Week, Management Concepts thanked BIG NOW Generation members and Young Government Leaders for their service with a lively networking event at Lost Society in Washington, DC.
May 8, 2019
Management Concepts exhibited and presented two workshops at the BIG Region XI Regional Training Conference 2019 in Silver Spring, MD.
These workshops, 90-minute condensed versions of 4-hour modules from our Professional Government Supervisor Program, were tailored for early career and advanced career levels.
Hannah Toney, Director, Learning and Technology Solutions at Management Concepts, presented the “Inspiring Leaders” workshop. Debbie Eshelman, Managing Director at Management Concepts, facilitated the “Thinking Strategically —Essential Skills for Supervisor” Workshop. All participants received a certificate of completion at the conclusion of the workshops.
October 23, 2018
During a complimentary breakfast at the City Club of Washington, DC, Young Government Leaders and BIG NOW Generation presented the “Emerging Leader Empowerment Forum,” where aspiring young leaders heard from a panel of speakers about their career journeys. Ample time was provided for Q&A and networking with peers and panelists.
August 5-8, 2018
The 40th Annual BIG NTI took place in New Orleans, LA. Our second annual One-Day Leadership Course was a great success, with a full room and waitlist. Our BIG NOW Generation networking event, the second annual “Munch and Mingle” drew a record crowd. Our exhibit hall booth was also busy, with the Selfie Stand taking center stage. BIG members had a blast taking selfies and recording gifs with their friends and colleagues.
View our BIG NTI 2018 photo album on our Facebook page.
August 21-24, 2017
Management Concepts returned as a Gold Sponsor to the 39th Annual BIG NTI in Atlantic City, NJ.
Management Concepts presented two conference sessions. First, Michelle Clark, Director, Marketing and Strategic Partnerships at Management Concepts, co-presented with Marcus Brownrigg, Strategic Partnerships and Communications Advisor to the CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service (AmeriCorps) on the topic of “Creating Strategic Partnerships Through Internal and External Collaboration.” The second session, “Making Culture Change Stick,” was presented by Lahaja Furaha, Organizational Culture Practice Lead and Senior Human Capital Advisor at Management Concepts.
We also sponsored the Munch and Mingle networking event, expanding our relationship with BIG NOW Generation.
Read a full recap of BIG NTI 2017 on our blog, written by Michelle Clark, Director, Marketing and Strategic Partnerships at Management Concepts, and longtime BIG Member.
View our BIG NTI 2017 photo album on our Facebook page.
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