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Become a Volunteer

Welcome to a life changing opportunity… be a part of the 46th NBMBAA® Annual Conference & Exposition by volunteering. Washington, DC will be our host City supported by NBMBAA local DC Chapter. We are expecting thousands of thousand of attendees to join us in what is affectionately known as “Chocolate City” from Tuesday, September 17, 2024-Friday, September 21, 2024. We will need a lot of in-person volunteers to ensure the success of this year’s conference. Volunteers will be needed as early as Sunday, September 15, 2024. There is a great deal of “behind-the-scenes” coordination, as a volunteer. You can also expand your network to increase your net worth, share your skills, gain experience, and have an impact on the efficient operation and continued success of this annual event.

Why Volunteer?

Get First-hand experience in Conference Execution
Get Free Resume Review, Interviewing Coach & Professional Development Info Sessions
Take Advantage of Networking Opportunities
Team Building for Corporations, Community Branding, & improved Reputation
Qualify for Exciting Rewards for Volunteering

Why People Love Volunteering

Quinetra J. Cromuel
Quinetra J. Cromuel, MBA
NBMBAA CONFERENCE VOLUNTEER

1. In what way has volunteering prepared you for a successful career?
Volunteering prepared me for new experiences and challenges that aided in gaining industry related knowledge all while enhancing my commitment to community service, teamwork, and leadership skills, which are crucial for navigating professional environments.
-Quinetra J. Cromuel

2. What has been the greatest access you have garnered through volunteering?
The greatest access I’ve gained through volunteering is the opportunity to network with diverse business minded individuals, including professionals in my field of marketing communication and project management, which has opened doors to valuable connections and opportunities.
-Quinetra J. Cromuel

3. Why would you encourage others to volunteer?
I would encourage others to volunteer, because it not only allows them to give back to their communities, but it showcases the positive impact through the engagement of connections that leads to valuable learning experiences, personal growth, and a sense of fulfillment that can enrich both their personal and professional lives.
-Quinetra J. Cromuel

4. In what way have you found membership of the NBMBAA to be of benefit to your professional trajectory?
Membership in the NBMBAA has been beneficial to my professional trajectory in several ways:

  1. Networking Opportunities: Being part of such an organization provides access to a network of like-minded individuals who understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by African-American professionals. This network is essential for professional network expansion, career advancement, collaborations, but most importantly, valuable peer connections, mentorship, and career opportunities.
  2. Professional Development: the organization caters their programs and events that is focused on professional development, such as leadership training, certificate workshops, and seminars on new industry trends. These opportunities help me stay competitive and advance my career.
  3. Support and Resources: the organization provides support and resources that are tailored to the needs of their members, such as regional leadership symposiums, year round skill – enhancement programs, and look into corporate partnerships.

-Quinetra J. Cromuel

Shaneiree L. Dames
Shaneiree L. Dames, Entrepreneur
NBMBAA CONFERENCE VOLUNTEER

1. In what way has volunteering prepared you for a successful career?
The National Black MBA Association has been an invaluable organization volunteering resources providing career development, c-Suite networking and personal development opportunities. I’ve volunteered for over ten years and have made new relationships everywhere.
-Shaneiree L. Dames

2. What has been the greatest access you have garnered through volunteering?
As a volunteer, I’ve been able to connect with leaders at all levels including keynote speakers, corporate partners and even talent. The greatest access includes managing a speaker ready room and learning from c-Suite leaders first hand.
-Shaneiree L. Dames

3. Why would you encourage others to volunteer?
The National Black MBA Association conference is an invaluable event & resource for volunteers looking make an impact with other professionals of color. The energy in the volunteer experience is unmatched and provides behind the scene networking with our national headquarters, connection with local chapter leaders and corporate partners.
-Shaneiree L. Dames

4. In what way have you found membership of the NBMBAA to be of benefit to your professional trajectory?
As an entreprenuer, I’ve continued to expand relationships and connections across many chapters. Membership benefits, have helped to open doors in corporate spaces for job and contract discussions. I foresee benefit support by local chapters continuing to use my services.
-Shaneiree L. Dames

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

To become a volunteer, you must agree to the rules, regulations, disclaimers, and Code of Ethics. Click to view the full rules.
*Reward caps apply to all categories detailed above. All hours are verified by volgistics system sign-in and sign-out. Time not clocked cannot be accounted for and will not be credited. Colligate Volunteer Partners participants have a different rewards structure. Please refer to the Colligate Frequently Asked Questions document.
2024 ONSITE REWARDS
Rewards Category 1 Total Volunteer Hours Rewards
  CONFERENCE SESSIONS WORK 8 HOURS IN ONE DAY One (1) Complimentary Entry to a General Session
Rewards Category 2 VOLUNTEER CAN ONLY RECEIVE ON-SITE REWARD CATEGORY 2
  CAREER EXPO WORK A TOTAL OF 12 HOURS BY THURSDAY One (1) Complimentary admit to the 2024 Career Expo
Rewards Category 2
  THURSDAY OR FRIDAY: MBA® LIVE TICKET WORK A TOTAL OF 12 HOURS BY THURSDAY One (1) Complimentary 2024 MBA Live® Ticket
2024 POST-CONFERENCE REWARDS
Rewards Category 3 Total Volunteer Hours Rewards
    MEMBER REWARDS 35 or more One (1) Complimentary NBMBAA® 2025 Premium Conference Registration & a 1-Year NBMBAA Membership
30 TO 34 One (1) Complimentary NBMBAA 2025 Premium Conference Registration
25 TO 29 One (1) Standard Registration (Career Expo Only Registration) for NBMBAA 2025
  NON-MEMBER REWARDS 45 or more One (1) Complimentary Premium Conference Registration for the NBMBAA 2025 Conference
35 TO 44 One (1) Standard Registration (Career Expo Only Registration) for NBMBAA 2025 Conference
30 TO 34 One Year Complimentary NBMBAA Membership
GENERAL VOLUNTEER STUDENT REWARDS 45 or more One (1) Standard Registration (Career Expo Only Registration) for NBMBAA 2025 Conference
35 TO 44 One (1) Year Complimentary NBMBAA Student Membership

Please refer to the 2024 Volunteer Rewards Chart above. The reward structure is detailed in the chart. If you have any additional questions, please email us at volunteer@nbmbaa.org.

Yes, volunteers must be at least 21 years old to participate. You don’t have to be a member of the NBMBAA® or a business major to volunteer.

You can register to become a volunteer by clicking here, and selecting your registration type.
Volunteers will assist Team Leaders in the program and event space. Volunteers are allowed to select opportunities that are interesting to them. Some opportunities involve product placement for luncheons and sessions, engaging with the speakers, providing general information to attendees, and supporting the efficient flow of human traffic to main events like luncheons, career expo, workshops, and sessions. There will also be opportunities for our Volunteers to manage our social platforms and engage with our audience.
Volunteers may register for as many opportunities as they like. We only asked that you please honor your volunteer time shift commitment. We also ask that you communicate any changes in advance to your schedule of availability.

Volunteers may choose their own assignments. Self-scheduling is allowed at the time of registering to volunteer. Additionally, you will receive via email a link giving you access to the volunteer opportunities/assignments list. This will allow you to add or remove volunteer assignments.

Access the Self Scheduling Portal here.

If you are able to volunteer the entire week, please ask about assignments for “Dedicated Volunteers”.

Volunteers are expected to satisfy the entire time that is posted for the assignment. You must arrive in the volunteer office 45 minutes prior to the start of your opportunity/assignment

Volunteers are allowed to register for conference events at their own expense. Being a volunteer DOES NOT GIVE YOU ACCESS TO ATTEND events, sessions, or activities free of charge.

You can however earn rewards to attend select sessions, the career expo, or MBA Live Concert. See this information under Volunteer Rewards.
There is no cost to volunteer for conference volunteer assignments.

Volunteers must wear business attire unless the volunteer opportunities requires the volunteer polo shirt.  Each opportunity (assignment) will list the required attire. All volunteers will receive a volunteer polo shirt that is to be worn when business attire is not mandated. Comfortable shoes are strongly encouraged.

No, you don’t have to register for conference to volunteer. No, you don’t have to pay a registration fee to volunteer. However volunteers must fill out the appropriate registration from. Click here to register.

All Volunteers are required to attend ONLY one of the orientations listed below. Therefore, you choose an in-person volunteer orientation, you should plan your arrival to conference based on the orientation you want to attend. However, you have the option of attending virtually.

See dates and times below.
Plan to attend one volunteer orientation:

Virtual

Thursday, August 22nd | 6:30 pm – 8 pm ET

Tuesday, August 27th | 6:30 pm – 8 pm ET

Thursday, September 5th | 6:30 pm – 8 pm ET

*Zoom Link will be emailed to volunteers at a later date

In-person

Sunday, September  15th | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm ET

Monday, September 16th | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm ET

*Location will be emailed at a later date

 

The 46th Annual NBMBAA® Conference & Exposition will be an IN-PERSON CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE.
Conference and Exposition dates are September 17, 2024- September 21, 2024. The main location is the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt. Vernon Place NW, Washington, DC 20001. There will also be activities at off-site locations.

Please send an email to volunteer@nbmbaa.org.

Volunteer Registration

Online Volunteer Registration will open on Friday, May 10, 2024, and remain open until Saturday, September 21, 2024. However, if you want the top pick of opportunities and prime volunteer times, you want to register today!
INFORMATION

Volunteer Office Information

Volunteer Office Hours:

Pre-Conference Virtual Office Hours:
TBS| Via Zoom
TBS | Via Zoom
Access Zoom link here.

Virtual Information Calendar:
Access the Virtual Volunteer Calendar here.

On-site Office Hours:
Sunday, September 15th | Immediately following Volunteer Orientation (5pm to 9pm ET)
Monday, September 16th | 8:00 am– 8 pm ET
Tuesday-Friday | 7:30 am– 8:00 pm ET

OFFICE LOCATION:
Room # 102A & B | Walter E. Washington Convention Center | 801 Mt. Vernon Place NW | Washington, DC 20001

Volunteer Conference Orientations

All Volunteers are required to attend ONLY one of the orientations listed below. Therefore, you should plan your arrival for in-person volunteering based on the orientation you want to attend. You have the option to attend virtually or in-person. See dates and times below. The virtual link will be sent to only those volunteers who select this option on their volunteer registration form.

Virtual:
Thursday, August 22nd | 6:30 pm – 8 pm ET
Tuesday, August 27th | 6:30 pm – 8 pm ET
Thursday, September 5th | 6:30pm – 8pm ET

In-person:
Sunday, September 15th | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm ET
Monday, September 16th | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm ET

REWARDS

About Rewards

All rewards must be verifiable by use of our volunteer opportunities Volgistics System. Failure to check-in and check-out of the system may result in disqualifications for conference rewards.

Using rewards at Conference: 1-day Career Expo Pass good for Thursday, September 19, 2024 or Friday, September 20, 2024. MBA live Event Tickets are good for Thursday, September 19, 2024 or Friday, September 20, 2024.

Post-Conference rewards will be based on your membership status and the total number of hours you volunteered. All rewards are non-transferable and must be redeemed prior to the expiration date. Failure to redeem your reward by the indicated deadline will result in the expiration of the reward. No rewards can be banked or carried over to another conference year.

We will notify qualifying volunteers of Post Conference Rewards two weeks after the Conference Registration opens for the 2025 NBMBAA Conference. See the Volunteer Guide for a full description of rewards and how to earn them.

2024 Onsite Rewards Overview

  • Resume Review
  • Resume Posting
  • One-on-One Job Interview Coaching & Professional Development Info Sessions
  • Career Expo One-Day Floor Pass
  • Access to select workshops or sessions, if volunteers work 8hrs in one day

2024 Post-Conference Rewards Overview

  • 2025 Conference Premium Registration & 1 Year NBMBAA® Membership
  • 2025 Premium Conference Registration
  • 2025 Standard Conference Registration (Career Expo Only)
  • 1-year NBMBAA® Membership
    Collegiate volunteer partner rewards structure varies so please refer to the 2024 Collegiate Volunteer Partner Guide.
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