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	        2012 ANNUAL CONVENTION

                         DALLAS, TEXAS

                       JUNE 30 to JULY 5

















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THE MEMBERS OF THE
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF TEXAS
WELCOME YOU TO THE
72ND ANNUAL CONVENTION OF THE
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND

Marc Maurer, President
National Federation of the Blind
200 East Wells Street at Jernigan Place
Baltimore, Maryland 21230

Mary Ellen Jernigan, Chairwoman
Convention Organization and Activities

Kimberly Flores, President
National Federation of the Blind of Texas
314 East Highland Mall Blvd., Suite 353
Austin, Texas 78752

Hilton Anatole Hotel
2201 Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, Texas 75207
(214) 748-1200









WELCOME!
Welcome to the 72nd annual convention of the 
National Federation of the Blind being held in 
Dallas at the Hilton Anatole Hotel. A detailed 
description of the layout of the hotel can be 
found immediately after the “Convention Notes,” 
which are at the conclusion of the program 
listings. Check the “Notes” for further 
information about a variety of convention topics. 
When you check in to the hotel, you will be asked 
to confirm your departure date. If you decide to 
leave earlier than the departure date you confirm 
when you check in, there may be a change fee.

ROOKIE ROUNDUP
  All first-time convention attendees are 
cordially invited to attend a reception from 8:00 
to 10:00 pm on Saturday in the Stemmons Ballroom, 
Atrium I lobby. President Maurer and other 
Federation leaders will be on hand to welcome you 
to the convention and preview the week’s 
activities. Veteran conventioneers should urge 
all first-timers to attend this special 
event.  Also, first-time rookies are invited to 
join an informal, fun gathering on Monday from 
12:00 noon to 2:00 pm in the Affiliate Action Suite 2372.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Preregistration Packet Pickup on Sunday and 
Monday is located in a different area of the 
hotel than are the on-site Registration activities.

	PREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP
On Sunday and Monday all who preregistered for 
convention may pick up their preregistration 
packets at the Conference Registration area 
located in the northeast corner of the Atrium II 
lobby. Preregistration begins at 9:00 am on 
Sunday and at 8:30 am on Monday. On Tuesday, 
Wednesday, and Thursday preregistration materials 
may be picked up in the upper Chantilly foyer in 
the Tower lobby at times as listed.

	ON-SITE REGISTRATION
If you did not preregister for convention, 
registration activities take place in the upper 
Chantilly foyer, Tower lobby beginning at 9:00 am 
on Sunday; at 8:30 am on Monday; and at other 
times as listed throughout the week.  The fee for 
registration at convention is $30 per person. All 
those attending the convention (both local and 
out
of
town people) are asked to register. 
Convention registration is a requirement for door 
prize eligibility and a number of other 
convention activities. We condition rates for 
hotel rooms on proof of registration, including 
the showing of an NFB registration badge if requested.

TEXAS-STYLE BARBECUE WITH LIVE MUSIC
Continue the excitement of convention opening day 
by enjoying a delicious Texas-style barbecue with 
family and friends in Anatole Park.  Listen to 
popular singer/songwriter JP Williams perform his 
original music, which has scored him bookings all 
over the U.S. Hosted by the NFB of Texas on 
Tuesday, July 3, starting at 6:00 pm. Tickets 
(while they last) are $45 per person and may be 
purchased at the on-site registration area located in the Tower lobby.

COMMON GROUND CAFETERIA
Common Ground, located in Atrium I, will provide 
express cafeteria-line food service for breakfast 
(6-11 am), lunch (11 am-2 pm), and dinner (5-10 
pm except on Barbecue and Banquet evenings). 
Lunch and dinner offerings will include salads, 
hot and cold sandwiches, fruits, pastries, 
desserts, and beverages. Service will be quick 
and seating plentiful. The grab-and-go $10 sack 
lunch (sandwich, chips, and beverage) can be 
picked up here as well. Additional food service 
and restaurant options are described in Note 4 of the Convention Notes.

	EXHIBITS
Exhibits (excluding the NFB Independence Market) 
are on display in the Khmer Pavilion, Atrium 
third level. There is a special Sponsor-level 
exhibitors preview for convention attendees on 
Sunday morning from 9:00 to 11:00.

Exhibit hall hours of operation are:
	Sunday 		9:00 to 11:00 am (Sponsors only)
	Sunday		11:00 am to 5:00 pm
	Monday		8:30 am to 5:00 pm
	Tuesday		Noon to 1:45 pm and from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
	Wednesday	Noon to 1:45 pm and 6:00 to 8:30 pm

INDEPENDENCE MARKET
The Independence Market is located in the Grand 
Ballroom, Atrium lobby.  Hours of operation are:
	Sunday		9:00 am to 5:00 pm
	Monday		8:30 am to 5:00 pm
	Tuesday 		Noon to 1:45 pm
	Wednesday	Noon to 1:45 pm (final opportunity to visit the
Market)




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SPECIAL ATTENTION ITEMS

• The Presidential Suite (2572), the Convention 
Organization and Activities Suite (2472), the 
Affiliate Action & Rookie Activities Suite 
(2372), and the Texas Affiliate Suite (2272) are 
all open during much of the convention. All are 
welcome to come to these suites to visit. 
Appointments to meet with Dr. Maurer may be made 
at the Presidential Suite.

• Banquet tickets ($60.00) may be purchased at 
the on-site registration area in the Tower lobby. 
No tickets will be available after 2:00 pm on 
Tuesday. At the Banquet Exchange Table you may 
make arrangements to reserve a specific seat for 
yourself or for a group of up to ten people. On 
the evening of the banquet, tickets will be collected at the tables.

• General Sessions will be held in the Chantilly Ballroom, Tower lobby.

• Individuals needing to conduct business with 
the NFB Treasurer may do so by going to the Opal 
Room, Tower lobby on Tuesday between 5:30 and 
7:30 pm, or on Wednesday between noon and 2:00 pm.

• Tactile guided tours of the Anatole’s 
spectacular sculpture collection, both indoor and 
out, are offered on Saturday at 10:00 am and 2:00 
pm; Sunday at 1:00 pm; and Monday at 1:00 pm and 
3:00 pm. The one-and-a-half-hour tours are 
limited to twenty people and depart from the Atrium Concierge Desk.

	CONVENTION AGENDA
  SATURDAY, JUNE 30, 2012

7:30 - 8:45 am—AMATEUR RADIO DIVISION EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Discuss convention frequencies, hotel 
architectural features, and distributing special 
FM receivers for the hearing-impaired and 
Spanish-speaking attendees. D. Curtis Willoughby (ka0vba), President

7:30 am - 4:45 pm—LIFE IN THE MAINSTREAM
A 
Conference for Families and Teachers of Blind/Visually Impaired Children
Stemmons Ballroom, Atrium lobby
       7:30 to 8:45 am—Registration: adults $35; children (5 to 18) no
charge
       9:00 to 11:00 am—Conference
     11:00 am to 4:45 pm—Concurrent Workshops (see agenda listings)
Sponsored by the NFB’s National Organization of 
Parents of Blind Children Division (NOPBC); Laura Bostick, President

7:30 am - 5:00 pm—CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN 
REHABILITATION AND EDUCATION FOR THE 
BLIND--ELEVENTH ANNUAL REHABILITATION AND ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY
CONFERENCE
Emerald Room, Tower lobby
      7:30 to 8:30 am—Registration; 8:30 am—Conference begins
      Registration Fees (includes lunch): 
Students $75; Professionals $100 before June 15; 
$85 and $125 after that date applies.
      12:00 noon to 2:00 pm—NBPCB Awards Luncheon in Carpenter Ballroom,
	 Atrium lobby.
Sponsors: National Blindness Professional 
Certification Board (NBPCB); and the Professional 
Development & Research Institute on Blindness 
(PDRIB) at the Louisiana Tech University. Chairperson: Dr. Edward Bell

8:00 am - 10:00 pm—SELF-DEFENSE CLASS; SPORTS & REC DIVISION
Coronado C and D Ballrooms, West wing
Back by popular demand and better than 
before!  We are hosting a 1Touch self-defense 
coach the coaches workshop instructed by 
internationally renowned Sensei Stephen 
Nikols.  Space is limited, so contact Liz Myska 
at emyska at charter.net for fee and registration 
info. Lisamaria Martinez, President
	
8:30 am—CHILD-CARE (Preregistration by June 15 was required)
Batik A & B and Cardinal A & B Rooms, Atrium mezzanine
Please see “Convention Note 7” for further information.


  SATURDAY, JUNE 30, Continued

8:30 - 11:30 am—A FIRST LOOK AT JAWS 14—FREEDOM SCIENTIFIC
Senators Lecture Hall, Tower lobby
Join Eric Damery, JAWS Product Manager, and 
Jonathan Mosen for a session covering new details 
surrounding JAWS development. In addition to many 
demonstrations of JAWS 13 with Convenient OCR, 
we'll have a first look at JAWS 14 scheduled for 
public beta in Sept. 2012 and Microsoft Windows 8.

8:30 am - 12:30 pm—JOB SEEKERS SEMINAR
Rosetta Room, Atrium mezzanine
Need a job, but can't seem to get one?  This 
seminar will show you how, with creative ideas and resources you can use.
Dick Davis, Chairperson, Employment Committee

8:30 am - 5:00 pm—NFB JERNIGAN INSTITUTE’S (NFBJI) ACCESS TECHNOLOGY
SEMINARS
Governors Lecture Hall, Tower lobby
     8:30 - 10:00 am—Smartphone Showdown: iOS and Android (which device is
	best for you, and how do the two compare on features and apps?)
     10:00 am - 12:00 noon—Money Management: Getting Intuit (improvements
	being implemented by Intuit concerning the Quickbooks system)
     1:30 - 3:00 pm—Technologies for Deaf-Blind Users (in communication,
daily
	 living, and on the job)
     3:30 - 5:00 pm—The Best of Both Worlds: Windows on Mac (advantages and
	 disadvantages, and how to make it work)

10:00 - 11:30 am— TACTILE GUIDED TOUR OF THE 
ANATOLE’S SCULPTURE COLLECTION (Limited to 20 people); Atrium Concierge Desk

11:00 am - 12:15 pm—NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS AND TEACHERS

	Access Tech: Apple Products (iPhone, iPad, iPod)
	Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
	Instructor: Dan Wenzel

	Active Learning: featuring Dr. Lilli Nielsen’s innovations
	Fleur-de-lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
	Instructor: Gigi Newton


  SATURDAY, JUNE 30, Continued

NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS, Cont’d.

	Getting the Wrinkles Out: Activities of Daily Living
	Fleur-de-lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Instructors: Teachers from the Louisiana Center for the Blind

The New National Reading Media Assessment and 
Integrating Print and Braille Guidebook
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
Instructors: Casey Robertson and Sharon Maneki

11:00 am - 12:15 pm—“BURST” INTO NFB YOUTH TRACK (Ages 11-18)
Madrid Room, Tower mezzanine--Balloon build or bust, ages 11-14
Manchester Room, Tower mezzanine--Balloon build or bust, ages 14-18
Youth Track events are sponsored by the NFBJI and 
are designed to foster positive attitudes about 
blindness among youth. Coordinator: Natalie Shaheen

11:00 am - 7:00 pm—NFB DIVISION CRAFT SHOW AND DEMONSTRATIONS
Topaz Room, Tower lobby
If you are interested in crafts and appreciate 
hand-made items, this is the place to be!  Come 
and meet some very talented Federation crafters 
and purchase their beautiful items for sale. Joyce Kane, President

1:00 - 3:00 pm—THE NEW MAGIC 12, PEARL/OPENBOOK 
9, & SARA CE—FREEDOM SCIENTIFIC; Senators Lecture Hall, Tower Lobby
First look at the all new MAGic 12 with HD Font 
Smoothing, HD Mouse, and a brand new user 
interface. Join Eric Damery and Jonathan Mosen as 
we explore this exciting new version of MAGic. We 
will also demonstrate and discuss the latest 
versions of PEARL/OpenBook 9 and SARA CE.

1:00 - 5:00 pm—HUMANWARE PRODUCT SHOWCASE AND USER GROUPS
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby
     1:00 pm: Victor Stream; 2:00 pm: GPS travel 
with the Trekker Breeze; 3:00 pm: BrailleNote 
Users Group; 4:00 pm: Pairing the Apex and new 
Brailliant displays with iPhones and iPads.  Join 
us to learn about new updates; tell us your 
suggestions and ask questions about your favorite HumanWare product.



  SATURDAY, JUNE 30, Continued

1:30 - 4:30 pm—YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS (AGES 11-14).
Madrid Room, Tower mezzanine
     1:30-2:30 pm—Show the world what you want them to know about blindness;
			 an art activity.
     2:30-3:30 pm—Tell the world what you want them to know about blindness;
			 record your thoughts on video.
     3:30-4:30 pm—Federation Scavenger Hunt

1:30 - 4:30 pm—YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS (AGES 14-18).
Manchester Room, Tower mezzanine
     1:30-3:00 pm—Federation Pop Culture and Stars of the NFB Scavenger Hunt
     3:00-3:45 pm—Federationbook: Look at the Federationbook page of one of
			 our leaders, and then make your own.
     3:45-4:30 pm—Tell the world what you want them to know about blindness;
			 record your thoughts on video.

1:30 - 4:30 pm—SENIORS SEMINAR: WE’RE STILL LEARNING & TEACHING
Rosetta Room, Atrium mezzanine
     1:30 pm—Registration; 2:00 pm—Seminar begins
Our seniors are the fastest growing part of our 
blind population. Come learn about the real 
potential of seniors and the services that are 
available. Please be prepared to teach what you 
already know.  Judy Sanders, President

1:30 - 4:30 pm—SAME BOOK, SAME TIME, SAME PRICE: 
GETTING TO KNOW BLIO, HANDS-ON TRAINING AND HELP.  James Gashel, Presenter
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine

2:00 - 3:15 pm—NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS AND TEACHERS

	Technology in the Classroom
	Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
	Instructor: Dr. Denise Robinson

	Movement and Exploration for the Young Blind Child
	Fleur-de-lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
	Instructor: Denise Mackenstadt



  SATURDAY, JUNE 30, Continued

NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS, Cont’d.
	Tactile Graphics: maps, illustrations, charts, and graphs
	Fleur-de-lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Instructors: Deborah Kent Stein and Barbara Shalit

Reading Issues: Getting to the Root of the Problem
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
	Instructor: Carol Castellano

2:00 - 3:30 pm—TACTILE GUIDED TOUR OF THE 
ANATOLE’S SCULPTURE COLLECTION (Limited to 20 people); Atrium Concierge Desk

3:00 - 4:30 pm—SAME BOOK, SAME TIME, SAME PRICE: 
GETTING TO KNOW BLIO, HANDS-ON TRAINING AND HELP.  James Gashel, Presenter
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine

3:30 - 4:45 pm—NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS AND TEACHERS
	Technology: When, Where, How?
	Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
	Instructor: Al Lovati and Dr. Matt Maurer

	Creative Classroom Solutions for the Child with Additional
Disabilities
	Fleur-de-lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
	Instructors: Casey Robertson and Krystal Guillory

	Out and About: Independent Mobility for Your School-Aged Child
	Fleur-de-lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Instructor: Deja Powell

Reading Strategies for the Blind/VI Student: What Works?
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
Instructor: Dr. Ruby Ryles

5:00 - 6:30 pm—NFB LIONS GROUP; Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Federationists who are members of Lions or 
thinking of joining the Lions should 
come.  Discuss activities of your club that help 
blind people locally or nationally. Together we can improve what we all do!
Co-Chairpersons: Ramona Walhof and Milton Ota

  SATURDAY, JUNE 30, Continued

5:00 - 7:00 pm—SPANISH SEMINAR; Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
Blindness is blindness, no matter what the 
language.  Meet new and old friends; learn about 
Federation philosophy and the truth about 
blindness—in Spanish.  Moderator: Alpidio Rolón

5:00 - 7:00 pm—COMMUNITY SERVICE GROUP
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
Let’s get involved! Join service-minded 
Federationists as we open doors for the blind in 
the field of community service. Hear from those 
who serve in their communities and learn about 
service projects you will really enjoy. Darian Smith, Chairperson

5:00 - 8:00 pm—MIX-AND-MINGLE RECEPTION FOR 
REHABILITATION PROFESSIONALS; Travertine Room, Atrium mezzanine

6:00 - 10:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GUIDE DOG 
USERS (NAGDU) ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING; Emerald Room, Tower lobby
      6:00 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Meeting begins
Updates on division initiatives, including the 
Information and Advocacy Hotline, legal cases, 
Consumer Satisfaction Survey, and affiliate 
division reports; also election of officers and 
board members. Marion Gwizdala, President

6:30 - 10:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND 
OFFICE PROFESSIONALS; Dardanelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
    6:30 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Meeting begins
Learn about new technology and how blind 
telephone operators, receptionists, customer 
service reps, Braille transcribers and 
proofreaders, and other office workers solve 
problems and challenges in the office setting.  Lisa Hall, President

7:00 - 8:00 pm—COMMUNITY SERVICE DIVISION FORMATION MEETING
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
Together we serve, building our strength. Join 
members of the Community Service Group who wish 
to establish a formal Community Service Division 
within the Federation. Each affiliate is 
encouraged to send a representative. Darian Smith, Group Chairperson

7:00 - 8:30 pm—LIVING HISTORY GROUP
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
Dedicated to recording, preserving, and 
appreciating Federation history. Michael Freholm, Chairperson
  SATURDAY, JUNE 30, Continued

7:00 - 9:00 pm—NOPBC FAMILY HOSPITALITY NIGHT
Carpenter Ballroom, Atrium lobby  	
Relax, chat, meet new families, and connect with 
old friends. “Veteran” parents will be on hand to 
welcome you and provide information.

8:00 - 9:00 pm—WHITE CANE AND AFFILIATE FINANCE COMMITTEE
Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
Are there new and ingenious ways to collect money 
and spread the word about the NFB?  I’m sure 
there are. Come and share your ideas on how to 
fund our movement. Alpidio Rolón, Chairperson

8:00 - 10:00 pm—ROOKIE ROUNDUP
Stemmons Ballroom, Atrium lobby
First-time convention attendees—don’t miss this 
event!  President Maurer and former rookies will 
be on hand to welcome you and answer questions 
about the week’s activities. Coordinator: Pam 
Allen, Director of the Louisiana Center for the 
Blind and President of the NFB of Louisiana

8:00 pm - midnight—KARAOKE NIGHT?? (Admission: $5.00)
Peacock Terrace, West wing
Enjoy music, door prizes, and a cash bar; meet 
BLIND, Incorporated’s students and alumni and 
share their experiences from training. Here’s 
your chance to sing like a rock star; Braille 
song lists are available. Hosted by BLIND, Incorporated

8:30 - 10:00 pm—#NFB12 TWEET UP!; Grand B Ballroom, Atrium lobby
The NFB convention is the ultimate "social 
network."  Drop in to meet Federationists you 
only know from Twitter; learn how to use the 
power of online social media; get geared up to 
share your convention experience and to know 
others who are supporters of @NFB_Voice.  A cash bar is available.

9:00 - 10:00 pm—NFB AMBASSADORS COMMITTEE MEETING
Fleur-de-lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Angela Wolf, Chairperson

9:00 pm - midnight—STUDENTS OPEN HOUSE
Affiliate Action Suite 2372
Students of all ages are invited to this informal 
open house gathering sponsored by the National 
Association of Blind Students Division. Come to 
meet and mingle with other blind students and young professionals!
  SUNDAY, JULY 1, 2012

6:30 - 7:30 am—ROMAN CATHOLIC MASS
Wedgwood Ballroom, Tower lobby
Father Gregory Paul, C.P., Celebrant

7:00 - 8:00 am—JERNIGAN SCHOLARSHIP MENTORING ASSEMBLY
Affiliate Action Suite 2372

9:00 am - 5:00 pm—PREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP
Conference Registration, Atrium lobby

9:00 am - 5:00 pm—REGISTRATION ($30); BANQUET 
TICKET SALES ($60); BARBECUE TICKET SALES ($45); 
Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby

9:00 am - 5:00 pm—INDEPENDENCE MARKET
Grand Ballroom, Atrium lobby

9:00 - 11:00 am—SPONSOR-LEVEL EXHIBITORS PREVIEW
Khmer Pavilion, Atrium third level
The exhibit hall opens its doors and is dedicated 
solely to sponsor-level exhibitors.  Come to say 
“thank you” to our sponsors and enjoy their 
interesting offers and demonstrations. Our convention sponsors are:

Web Accessibility Champion: Deque Systems, Inc.
Platinum: UPS; Oracle; HumanWare
Gold: Market Development Group, Inc.; Google; Vanda Pharmaceuticals
Silver: Freedom Scientific; FoxKiser
Bronze: IBM; VitalSource Technologies; Adobe Systems; Research In Motion;
          C AND P – Chris Park
White Cane: Sendero Group; Southwest Airlines; eBay Inc.; Independence
Science; ScriptsForJaws.com; HIMS; Bookshare; Learning Ally;
Sprint; and En-Vision America.

11:00 am 
 5:00 pm—EXHIBITS; Khmer Pavilion, Atrium third level

1:00 - 2:30 pm—TACTILE GUIDED TOUR OF THE 
ANATOLE’S SCULPTURE COLLECTION (limited to 20 people); Atrium Concierge Desk

1:00 - 2:30 pm—CHURCH SERVICES FOR THE CHURCH OF 
JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS; Wedgwood Ballroom, Tower lobby

  SUNDAY, JULY 1, Continued

1:00 - 4:00 pm—BLIND MUSICIANS GROUP
Dardanelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
Share ideas and tips and network with other blind 
musicians. Linda Mentink, Chairperson

1:00 - 4:00 pm—VIDEO DESCRIPTION FOCUS GROUP 
(Participants must have registered in advance.); Madrid Room, Tower
mezzanine
Demos of description technologies; discussions on 
the changing role of video in education and 
training; opportunities for participants to 
provide input to the technology development 
process. Offered by the Smith-Kettlewell Video 
Description Research & Development Center and the NFB Jernigan Institute.

1:00 - 4:30 pm—TRAVEL AND TOURISM DIVISION
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
     1:00 pm: Registration; 1:30 pm: Meeting 
beings. Discussing travel with blind consumers 
and blind travel professionals; panel discussions 
with guests Robert Leslie Newman, Karl Smith, 
Margo Downey, Daniel Carr, and division President 
Cheryl Echevarria; elections; division dues are $10.00.

1:00 - 5:00 pm—NFB-NEWSLINE® DEMONSTRATION OPEN HOUSE
Plum Blossom A Room, Atrium lobby
Stop by and learn about NFB’s free audio 
information service and get hands-on experience 
with our new access methods including the 
NFB-NEWSLINE Mobile application for iPhone and 
our Global Publication Search feature.

1:00 - 5:00 pm—NATIONAL CERTIFICATION IN LITERARY 
BRAILLE (NCLB) OFFICIAL EXAMINATION—SECTIONS ONE AND TWO
Carpenter Ballroom, Atrium lobby
Participants must have preregistered.  Exam 
sections three and four are on Monday at 1:00 
pm.  Sponsored by the National Blindness Professional Certification Board

1:00 - 5:00 pm—HIMS, INC. PRODUCT SEMINAR
Obelisk A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Come and learn about exciting Braille and low vision products from HIMS.




  SUNDAY, JULY 1, Continued

1:00 - 6:00 pm—ARTWORKS AND ART ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES
Topaz Room, Tower Lobby
Author/editor Debbie Kent Stein and author/artist 
Ann Cunningham host a drop-in art room featuring 
a variety of artworks available for exploration 
by touch.  Also art materials are on hand, so 
visitors may work on their own creations—at no 
charge—and keep their finished designs.  So stop by, create, and enjoy!

1:00 - 10:00 pm—SELF-DEFENSE CLASS; SPORTS & REC DIVISION
Coronardo C and D Ballrooms, West wing
Back by popular demand and better than 
before!  We are hosting a 1Touch self-defense 
coach the coaches workshop instructed by 
internationally renowned Sensei Stephen 
Nikols.  Space is limited, so contact Liz Myska 
at emyska at charter.net for fee and registration 
info. Lisamaria Martinez, President

1:30 pm—RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE; Sharon Maneki, Chairperson
Chantilly West Ballroom, Tower lobby

1:30 - 4:30 pm—SAME BOOK, SAME TIME, SAME PRICE: 
GETTING TO KNOW BLIO, HANDS-ON TRAINING AND HELP.  James Gashel, Presenter
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine

1:30 - 5:00 pm—BUILT-IN ACCESSIBILITY IN APPLE 
TECHNOLOGY (NFBJI ACCESS TECHNOLOGY TEAM & APPLE SEMINAR)
Governors Lecture Hall, Tower Lobby
    1:30 - 3:00 pm—VoiceOver on iOS Devices (iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad)
    3:00 - 3:30 pm—Break
    3:30 - 5:00 pm—VoiceOver on the Mac (getting started with using Apple's
	 		  screen access software on Mac computers)

2:45 - 4:00 pm—NOPBC CHILDREN’S FASHION SHOW (Admission: $5)
Miro Room, Tower mezzanine
Come and enjoy the fashions and music as our 
young blind models walk down the runway. All 
proceeds will support the National Organization of Parents of Blind
Children.

3:00 - 4:30 pm—SAME BOOK, SAME TIME, SAME PRICE: 
GETTING TO KNOW BLIO, HANDS-ON TRAINING AND HELP.  James Gashel, Presenter
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine

  SUNDAY, JULY 1, Continued

4:00 - 4:30 pm—KENNETH JERNIGAN FUND COMMITTEE MEETING
Fleur-de-lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine; Allen Harris, Chairperson

4:00 - 5:00 pm—WRITING YOUR SCRIPT: NFB YOUTH TRACK (ages 11-18)
Madrid Room, Tower mezzanine
Whether you are an aspiring writer or just want 
to brush up on the basics, join members of the 
Writers Division for a fun and informative workshop.

4:15 - 5:45 pm—FIFTEENTH ANNUAL MOCK 
TRIAL—National Association of Blind Lawyers 
(Admission: $5.00) Stemmons Ballroom, Atrium lobby
Federation lawyers are pitted against each other 
reenacting an old Federation case with the 
audience serving as the jury.  Although the 
subject matter is serious, the courtroom 
portrayers are very entertaining. Scott LaBarre, President

6:00 - 7:30 pm—NFB AFFILIATE PRESIDENTS AND TREASURERS SEMINAR
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby
All affiliate presidents and treasurers are asked 
to attend this session.  Topics include internal 
controls, state charitable registrations, 
end-of-year preparations, and discussing 
individual state issues with facilitators Charlie 
Brown, Ron Gardner, Bridgid Burke, and Nick Lambright

6:00 - 8:00 pm—STORY TIME IDOL (Admission $5)
Dardanelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
Listen to tall and scary stories (suitable for 
all ages) or tell a story for $1.00.
Idol winners share in the take!  Presented by the 
Writers Division; Robert Leslie Newman, President

6:00 - 9:00 pm—NFB KRAFTERS DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
Fleur-de-lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Unveiling new craft initiatives, including 
discussion on classes available via telephone 
conference and information on our Monday night 
nationwide chats. We are seeking teachers and students for crafting classes.
Joyce Kane, President

6:15 - 10:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND STUDENTS (NABS)
Stemmons Ballroom, Atrium lobby
      6:15 pm–Registration ($5.00); 7:00 pm–Meeting
Students, young professionals, parents, teachers, 
and anyone interested in learning about issues 
affecting blind students are welcome to attend.
Sean Whalen, President
  SUNDAY, JULY 1, Continued

6:30 - 8:30 pm—“SAYS YOU” EVENT (Admission $5)
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
The Sports and Recreation Division invites you to 
an evening of puzzles, puns, and word 
play.  Antonio Guimaraes and Amy Ruell will 
entertain you along with our two teams of NFB 
contestants playing word bluff and other 
challenging puzzles.  Proceeds benefit the Sports and Recreation Division.

7:00 - 8:30 pm—PUBLIC EMPLOYEES DIVISION; Ivan Weich, President
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine

7:00 - 9:00 pm—NFB-NEWSLINE® GOES MOBILE!
Plum Blossom A Room, Atrium lobby
Learn about the NFB’s free audible newspaper 
service for the blind, with specific information 
on the Global Publication Search, our newest 
access method, the NFB-NEWSLINE® Mobile 
application for iPhone, and the variety of content available to subscribers.

7:00 - 10:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND VETERANS
Fleur-de-lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
How can we better serve our veterans and show 
them our appreciation at the same time?  Find out 
about the Wounded Warrior Initiative program and 
how you can become involved. Let’s grow the NABV 
like never before!  You don't have to be a blind 
veteran to join us, just interested in veteran issues. Dwight Sayer,
President

7:30 - 9:00 pm—STATE CAPITOL HILLS AND BILLS
Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
Do you want to be more successful at passing laws 
at the state level? Join the discussion with 
experienced advocates on developing a legislative 
agenda for your affiliate, writing bill language, 
networking with your legislators, engaging our 
members, and turning bills into laws. Lauren McLarney, Coordinator

7:30 - 9:00 pm—LIBRARY SERVICES COMMITTEE; David Hyde, Chairperson
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine





  SUNDAY, JULY 1, Continued

7:30 - 9:30 pm—BLIND PARENTS GROUP; Ming Room, Tower mezzanine
Blind parents share their experiences around 
child-raising issues, such as learning infant 
care, coping with printed homework assignments, 
finding print/Braille books, dealing with the 
public’s misconceptions, and more.
Deborah Kent Stein, Chairperson

7:30 - 10:00 pm—COMMITTEE FOR THE PROMOTION, 
EVALUATION, AND ADVANCEMENT OF TECHNOLOGY; Rosetta Room, Atrium mezzanine
Hear exhibitors explain briefly what they are 
exhibiting and where they are located in the 
exhibit hall.  We will also evaluate the 
effectiveness of what our Committee is doing now 
and consider programs for the coming year. Gary Wunder, Chairperson

8:00 - 9:00 pm—JUDAISM MEETING; Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
David Stayer, Chairperson, NFB in Judaism Group

8:00 - 9:30 pm—MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE—THREE THINGS 
EVERY MEMBER NEEDS: FINDING, ATTRACTING, AND 
KEEPING NEW MEMBERS IN OUR CHAPTERS AND AFFILIATES; Sapphire Room, Tower
lobby
The NFB is a dynamic organization, achieved 
entirely by the sheer determination and 
creativity of its members—present and 
past.  Please join us to discuss new ideas to 
increase our membership further, such as “at 
large” chapters and how they work. Ron Gardner, Chairperson

9:00 - 10:00 pm—SPANISH TRANSLATION COMMITTEE
Dardanelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
We provide simultaneous translation into Spanish 
during the general sessions of the 
convention.  Please join us if you would like to help with this effort.
Conchita Hernandez, Chairperson










   MONDAY, JULY 2, 2012

8:30 am - 5:00 pm—PREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP
Conference Registration, Atrium lobby

8:30 am - 5:00 pm—REGISTRATION ($30); BANQUET 
TICKET SALES ($60); FINAL BARBECUE TICKET SALES 
($45); Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby

8:30 am - 5:00 pm—EXHIBITS; Khmer Pavilion, Atrium third level

8:30 am – 5:00 pm—INDEPENDENCE MARKET
Grand Ballroom, Atrium lobby

9:00 
 11:30 am—NFB BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING (Open to all)
Chantilly Ballroom, Tower lobby

11:30 am-12:30 pm—DIVISION MEET & GREET: YOUTH TRACK (ages 11-18)
Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
Want to be a lawyer? Do you plan to teach or work 
in the human services field? Are you unsure what 
career to consider? No matter how you answered 
these questions, gather with us to hear from 
members of the NFB’s various divisions as they 
describe their division to find the one that is right for you.

12:00 noon - 2:00 pm—FIRST-TIME NFB CONVENTION ATTENDEES
Affiliate Action Suite 2372
Is this your first National Federation of the 
Blind convention? If so, please bring your own 
lunch and participate in a fun gathering; meet 
some friendly people and have your convention 
questions answered by experienced Federationists.

12:30 - 5:00 pm—DIABETES ACTION NETWORK SEMINAR
Rosetta Room, Atrium mezzanine
    12:30 pm–Registration; 1:00 pm–Meeting begins
Learn about new, accessible diabetes equipment 
coming to market and strategies for living well 
with diabetes.  Mike Freeman, President

12:30 - 5:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND LAWYERS (NABL)
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
    12:30 pm–Registration; 1:00 pm–Meeting begins
Examine laws affecting blind people and others 
with disabilities; address ongoing struggles to 
gain equal access to Web sites, employment, legal 
texts and exams. Scott LaBarre, President

   MONDAY, JULY 2, Continued

12:30 - 5:00 pm—NFB IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
Governors Lecture Hall, Tower lobby
    12:30 pm–Registration; 1:00 pm–Meeting begins
Some of the topics include nonvisual access to 
software used by Information Technology 
professionals, Accessible Network Administration 
Tools, and much more.  Curtis Chong, President

12:30 - 5:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND 
IN COMMUNITIES OF FAITH; Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
    12:30 pm–Registration; 1:00 pm–Meeting begins
The theme is “Meeting Challenges: Gaining 
Opportunities.”  Speakers tell how their faith 
has helped them face and overcome challenges; 
also hear representatives from various 
faith-based libraries and publishing houses 
describe what their organizations do; elections. Tom Anderson, President

12:30 - 9:00 pm—SPORTS AND RECREATION DIVISION MEETING
Coronardo C and D Ballrooms, West wing
    12:30 pm–Registration; 1:00 pm–Meeting begins
Our division meeting is quite an experience—short 
and sweet and followed by several fun sporty 
activities for everyone.  Wear comfortable 
clothing so you can move! Lisamaria Martinez, President

1:00 - 2:30 pm—TACTILE GUIDED TOUR OF THE 
ANATOLE’S SCULPTURE COLLECTION (limited to 20 people); Atrium Concierge Desk

1:00 
 3:00 pm—PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING & SEMINAR
Fleur-de-lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Don't wait for the media to discover you—come and 
share ideas and strategies on how to harness the 
power of the media!  Members of the committee and 
the newly created NFB Press Corps, as well as 
others interested in getting our message out, are 
encouraged to attend. Chris Danielsen, Chairperson

1:00 - 3:30 pm—NATIONAL ORGANIZATION OF 
PROFESSIONALS IN BLINDNESS EDUCATION; Fleur-de-lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
All professionals working with students (from 
birth to age 21) are welcome and encouraged to 
join us for this informative and interactive 
meeting. Come network and collaborate! Eric Guillory, President


   MONDAY, JULY 2, Continued

1:00 - 4:00 pm—NATIONAL ORGANIZATION OF PARENTS 
OF BLIND CHILDREN ANNUAL DIVISION MEETING; Emerald Room, Tower lobby
Featuring a keynote address by the 2012 
Distinguished Educator of Blind Children, other 
special guest speakers, news from NASA, summer 
programs for our kids, focus on math and science, 
Parent Power, business meeting, elections, and 
much more.  Laura Bostick, President

1:00 - 4:00 pm—PERFORMING ARTS DIVISION
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
General meeting; be part of the future of the 
division by attending our bi-annual 
elections.  We will have speakers as well.  Dennis H.R. Sumlin, President

1:00 - 4:30 pm—NATIONAL ORGANIZATION OF BLIND EDUCATORS
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
    1:00 pm–Registration; 1:30 pm–Meeting begins
Blind teachers discuss techniques they use in 
their classrooms; participants also meet in 
groups specific to grade level and content areas 
of interest to create a network of mentors.  If 
you teach or are considering a career in teaching 
at any level, please join us. Sheila Koenig, President

1:00 
 5:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND 
MERCHANTS REVOLUTIONIZING RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD: THE 
NEW NFB ENTREPRENEURS INITIATIVE; Senators Lecture Hall, Tower Lobby
   1:00 pm–Registration; 1:30 pm–Meeting begins
Let’s continue to protect and defend the 
Randolph-Sheppard Program. The need to expand 
business opportunities and to develop new 
business initiatives for the blind of America is 
pressing. Nicky Gacos, President

1:00 - 5:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND 
REHABILITATION PROFESSIONALS; Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
    1:00 pm–Registration; 2:00 pm–Meeting begins
Network, share mutual interests, find placement 
strategies, and examine and discuss concerns and 
current issues.  Melody Roane, President

1:00 - 5:00 pm—NATIONAL CERTIFICATION IN LITERARY 
BRAILLE (NCLB) OFFICIAL EXAMINATION—SECTIONS THREE AND FOUR
Carpenter Ballroom, Atrium lobby
Participants must have preregistered. Sponsored 
by the National Blindness Professional Certification Board

   MONDAY, JULY 2, Continued

1:00 - 5:00 pm—SENIORS IN CHARGE—NFB SENIORS 
DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING AND (SOMEWHAT) SILENT AUCTION
Obelisk A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Join us to hear enthusiastic seniors share ideas 
about what they are doing; find out ways 
(gathered at our seminar) to spread our message 
of hope to seniors who have recently become 
blind.  And then we have our hugely popular 
not-so-silent auction (Coordinator: Margot Downey). Judy Sanders, President

1:00 - 5:00 pm—NFB-NEWSLINE® DEMONSTRATION OPEN HOUSE
Plum Blossom A Room, Atrium lobby
Stop by and learn about NFB’s free audio 
information service and get hands-on experience 
with our new access methods including the 
NFB-NEWSLINE Mobile application for iPhone and 
our Global Publication Search feature.

1:00 - 6:00 pm—ARTWORKS AND ART ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES
Topaz Room, Tower Lobby
Author/editor Debbie Kent Stein and author/artist 
Ann Cunningham host a drop-in art room featuring 
a variety of artworks available for exploration 
by touch.  Also art materials are on hand, so 
visitors may work on their own creations—at no 
charge—and keep their finished designs.  So stop by, create, and enjoy!

1:00 - 6:00 pm—HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION
Ming Room, Tower mezzanine
    1:00–Registration; 2:00–Meeting begins; 5:00–Mingle and network
Psychologists; social workers; counselors; and 
music, art, or dance therapists meet to discuss 
topics and network.  Rick Brown, President

1:30 - 4:30 pm—WRITERS DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
Travertine Room, Atrium mezzanine
Updating members on division business, announcing 
the 2012 winners of the youth and adult writing 
contests, interacting with a literary agent, and 
planning for the future. Robert Leslie Newman, President

2:00 - 6:00 pm—LookTel’s NEW iPHONE APPS
Plum Blossom B Room, Arium lobby
The LookTel Breadcrumbs, Recognizer, and 
MoneyReader iPhone apps are demonstrated in an 
interactive presentation with participation invited.  Questions are
encouraged.

   MONDAY, JULY 2, Continued

3:00 - 4:30 pm—TACTILE GUIDED TOUR OF THE 
ANATOLE’S SCULPTURE COLLECTION (limited to 20 people); Atrium Concierge Desk

3:00 - 5:15 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND PIANO TECHNICIANS
Wedgwood Ballroom, Tower lobby
Piano tuning and repairing is a challenging and 
rewarding career. Join us to learn about this 
exciting field. Don Mitchell, President

5:00 - 6:30 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND 
LAWYERS (NABL) RECEPTION; Manchester Room, Tower mezzanine
For NABL members and seminar participants only to 
promote networking and fellowship within our 
membership. Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar available.
Scott LaBarre, President

5:00 - 7:00 pm—BRAILLE BOOK FAIR (Cosponsored by NOPBC and NAPUB)
Cortez A and B Ballrooms, West wing
A book lover’s dream! Browse tables of new and 
used Braille and print/Braille books.  Volunteers 
will box your books and deliver them to the post 
office for Free Matter shipment.  Books are free; 
donations are encouraged to help support our 
Braille programs. Coordinator: Barbara Cheadle

5:15 - 7:15 pm—BLIND ACADEMICS GROUP (INITIAL GATHERING)
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
Matriculating all professors, graduate students, 
and future college-level teachers. Whether your 
specialty is comparative literature, musicology, 
economics, chemistry, or something esoteric that 
we haven't heard of yet, join us to discuss the 
many facets of thriving in academia. Dr. Adrienne Asch, Chairperson.

6:00 - 7:30 pm—SONG-WRITING WORKSHOP (Admission: $5.00)
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Learn the tricks and methods for writing songs. 
Instructor: Kevin Reeves.  Sponsored by the Performing Arts Division

6:00 - 8:00 pm—NFB COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE 
(formerly the Newsletter Publications Committee); 
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
We’ve changed our name!  Join our think tank; the 
questions are: how are we doing, and how can we 
improve our overall communication within and 
outside our Federation? Robert Leslie Newman, Chairperson


   MONDAY, JULY 2, Continued

6:00 - 9:00 pm—BACK TO BASICS CHAPTER BUILDING SEMINAR
Carpenter Ballroom, Atrium lobby
Featuring fresh, new ideas to make chapter 
meetings exciting, informative, and 
philosophically strong; presentations from 
inspiring Federation leaders; live 
demonstrations; audience participation; and a 
special recognition for chapter 
presidents.  Presented by the NFB Affiliate Action Team

6:00 - 10:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GUIDE DOG 
USERS (NAGDU) SEMINAR; 6:00 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Seminar begins
Emerald Room, Tower lobby
Understanding the application and interaction 
between federal and state laws concerning service 
dogs; guide dog training program reports; also, 
test drive a guide dog!  Marion Gwizdala, President

6:30 - 8:00 pm—MEET THE BLIND MONTH SEMINAR
Fleur-de-lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Join us as we explore Meet the Blind Month (each 
October) through fun and exciting activities! 
Learn more about planning creative events. This 
seminar is for Meet the Blind Month beginners to 
seasoned veterans. Sponsored by NFBJI Outreach; 
Coordinators: Melissa Kobelinski and Mika Baugh.

6:30 - 9:45 pm—SCIENCE & ENGINEERING DIVISION AND 
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE; Senators Lecture Hall, Tower Lobby
    6:30 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Meeting begins
We are combining our meetings to promote 
mentorship opportunities for students and 
developers of the technology of tomorrow.  Get 
answers to your questions regarding access to 
science, technology, engineering, and math.  John 
Miller, President, S&E Div. and Hai Nguyen Ly, Chairperson, R&D Comm.

6:30 - 10:00 pm—ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINERS DIVISION
Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
    6:30 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Meeting begins
Topics: exciting training courses through Hadley 
School for the Blind with Larry L. Lewis of 
Flying Blind, LLC; IOS devices and using them 
with note takers; and Mac training.  We will also 
hear from Bookshare.org. Michael Barber, President


   MONDAY, JULY 2, Continued

7:00 - 9:00 pm—“ONE MAN WITH COURAGE,” a play 
written by Jerry Whittle      Admission: $5.00 
(Please note: only one performance this year)
Stemmons Ballroom, Atrium lobby
A play based on the life of Dr. Jacob Bolotin—the 
first blind, licensed medical doctor in the 
world. All proceeds support the Buddy Program at 
the Louisiana Center for the Blind, a summer 
program for blind children which fosters independence.

7:00 - 9:00 pm—KURZWEIL 1000™ USERS’ CONTINGENT
Morocco Room, Tower Mezzanine
We are unveiling the latest version of our 
software, and a light dinner will be 
served.  Participants must register beforehand by 
going to “K1000 User Group Meeting” and space is 
limited.  Hosted by Stephen Baum, David Bradburn, 
and reps from Audio Optical Systems, your local area Kurzweil 1000 reseller.

7:00 - 9:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND 
AUTOMOBILE ENTHUSIASTS SEMINAR AND BUSINESS MEETING
Dardanelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
Come and hear speakers from automobile clubs talk 
about their activities and participate in the 
division business meeting. David Hutchins, President

7:00 - 9:00 pm—COMMITTEE TO EMPOWER UNDERSERVED 
POPULATIONS; Obelisk A Room, Atrium mezzanine
If you are feeling underserved, come and let your 
voice be heard! Ron Brown, Chairperson

7:00 - 9:00 pm—YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS (AGES 11-14)
      De Soto A Room, West wing
      7:00-8:00 pm—Self-Defense Class
      8:00-9:00 pm—Dance

7:00 - 9:00 pm—YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS (AGES 14-18)
      De Soto B Room, West wing
      7:00-8:00 pm—Dance
      8:00-9:00 pm—Self-Defense Class



   MONDAY, JULY 2, Continued

7:00 - 10:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION TO PROMOTE 
THE USE OF BRAILLE (NAPUB) SEMINAR; Wyeth Room, Atrium mezzanine
Learn about Braille-related research, discuss 
current projects with vendors who produce Braille 
through hard copy and technology, experience the 
enthusiasm of some of our Braille Readers Are 
Leaders winners, and develop strategies for 
strengthening our division. Sandy Halverson, President

7:30 - 9:00 pm—DAD’S NIGHT OUT
All dads, sighted and blind, are welcome. Contact 
Jim Beyer at (406) 239-2057 for location.

8:00 - 9:30 pm—WEBMASTERS MEETING
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
A meeting for all NFB affiliate and division 
Webmasters to discuss the importance of an 
informative, accessible, and visually attractive Website.
Gary Wunder, Chairperson, Webmasters Group

8:15 - 9:15 pm—FRIENDS OF RECOVERY MEETING
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
All convention delegates involved in or 
interested in twelve-step recovery programs are 
invited to attend.  A second Friends of Recovery 
meeting will be on Wednesday at 8:00 pm.  Coordinator: Gary Ray


   TUESDAY, JULY 3, 2012

8:00 - 8:45 am—DEVOTIONS; Sapphire Room, Tower lobby

8:15 
 8:45 am—PREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP, 
REGISTRATION ($30), AND BANQUET TICKET SALES ($60)
Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby



OPENING GENERAL SESSION

9:30 am 	INVOCATION

9:35 am 	WELCOMING CEREMONIES

9:55 am	CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM: VETERANS RECOGNIZED
		Dwight Sayer, President, National Association 
of Blind Veterans, 			National Federation of the Blind;
Winter Gardens, Florida

10:05 am 	ROLL CALL OF STATES AND APPOINTMENT OF NOMINATING
COMMITTEE

11:40 am	ACCESS TO THE INTERNET FOR THE BLIND
Preety Kumar, C.E.O., Deque Systems, Inc., Web 
Accessibility Champion; Herndon, Virginia

11:55 am 	REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS

12:00 pm	ADJOURN



12:00 noon 
 12:30 pm and 1:30 - 2:00 
pm—PREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP, REGISTRATION 
($30), AND FINAL BANQUET TICKET SALES ($60): Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower
lobby

12:00 noon - 1:45 pm—EXHIBITS; Khmer Pavilion, Atrium third level

12:00 noon - 1:45 pm—INDEPENDENCE MARKET
Grand Ballroom, Atrium lobby

   TUESDAY, JULY 3, Continued

12:15 - 1:45 pm—LOUISIANA CENTER FOR THE BLIND 
ALUMNI RECEPTION; Peacock Terrace, West wing
All LCB alumni and those interested in learning 
more about how training at the Louisiana Center 
for the Blind will change your life are welcome. Pam Allen, Director


	
GENERAL SESSION

2:00 pm	CALL TO ORDER

2:05 pm 	PRESIDENTIAL REPORT, Marc Maurer

3:00 pm	DESCRIPTIVE VIDEO EXCHANGE: ENHANCING THE 
EXPERIENCE BY EMPOWERING THE CONSUMER
Joshua A. Miele, Ph.D., Director, The 
Smith-Kettlewell Video Description Research and 
Development Center; San Francisco, California

3:20 pm 	THE DEGREES OF FREEDOM, THE ORGANIZED 
BLIND MOVEMENT: THE DYNAMICS OF INDEPENDENCE AND SUCCESS
Mark Riccobono, Executive Director, National 
Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute; Baltimore, Maryland

3:45 pm	WINDOWS 8 ACCESSIBILITY
Rob Sinclair, Director of Accessibility and Chief 
Accessibility Strategist, Microsoft; Redmond, Washington

4:05 pm	MINAR DIRECTAE
Scott LaBarre, Esq., LaBarre Law Offices; 
President, National Federation of the Blind of Colorado; Denver, Colorado

4:30 pm 	ACCESSIBLE TRAVEL AND A SAFE ENVIRONMENT 
FOR THE BLIND: A COMMITMENT FROM THE SECRETARY OF TRANSPORTATION
The Honorable Ray H. LaHood, Secretary, United 
States Department of Transportation; Washington, D.C.



   TUESDAY, JULY 3, Continued

4:50 pm 	REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS

5:00 pm 	ADJOURN



5:30 - 6:30 pm—NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine

6:00 - 10:00 pm—DEMO RECORDING PROJECT (Fee is $5.00)
Dardanelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
This is a chance to make a demo recording of 
yourself. If possible, please bring a CD of an 
instrumental. Instructor: Jordy Stringer. 
Sponsored by the Performing Arts Division.

6:00 pm—NFB OF TEXAS BARBECUE AND LIVE MUSIC; Anatole Park
Come and take part in a real welcome to Dallas 
hospitality hosted by the Texas affiliate. Live 
music performed by singer/songwriter JP Williams. 
Catch up with old friends and make new ones in an 
evening as fun as you choose to make it!

6:30 - 9:00 pm—COLORADO CENTER FOR THE BLIND OPEN HOUSE
Topaz Room, Tower lobby
Have you ever wondered what training can do for 
you?  Meet the staff and students at the Colorado 
Center for the Blind; pick up a Braille recipe 
and a Braille puzzle; draw a tactile picture and 
learn about challenge recreation and the latest 
technology. Join us for this exciting open house! Julie Deden, Director

7:00 - 8:00 pm—THE NEW WAY TO CREATE “ACCESSIBLE 
PAPER” AND ACCESS IT BY SMARTPHONE—iPHONE AND ANY ANDROID PHONES
Rosetta Room, Atrium mezzanine
VOICEYE solution allows a print impaired person 
to access printed information using our VOICEYE 
code technology, which can contain two pages of 
text.  Any document you produce can become 
accessible to anyone with a smart phone!



   TUESDAY, JULY 3, Continued

7:00 - 8:30 pm—EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
Fleur-de-lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
What can we do to increase employment of blind 
people?  What barriers stand in the way, and how 
can we remove them? These and other questions are 
the focus of this committee. If you’re a 
recruiter or job seeker, come tell us what you’re 
looking for. If you have questions, committee 
members are loaded with advice.  Dick Davis, Chairperson

7:00 - 8:30 pm—BOOKSHARE 10th ANNIVERSARY 
CELEBRATION FOR MEMBERS; Obelisk A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Bookshare Members: Join us in celebrating 
Bookshare’s 10th Anniversary! You are an integral 
part of what we’ve been able to accomplish over 
these past ten years, and we hope you will join 
us for refreshments, games, prizes, and friendly 
interactions with Bookshare staff and other Members.

7:00 - 9:00 pm—EXHIBITS; Khmer Pavilion, Atrium third level

7:00 - 9:00 pm—LEGISLATIVE STRATEGIES SEMINAR: 
MOVING LEGISLATION AT THE NATIONAL LEVEL
Fleur-de-lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Each affiliate should send one representative. 
Learn the best methods of increasing support for 
our national legislative priorities.  Changing 
lives through laws is our business. Led by Anil 
Lewis, Lauren McLarney, and Jesse Hartle.

7:00 - 9:00 pm—NFB-NEWSLINE® DEMONSTRATION OPEN HOUSE
Plum Blossom A Room, Atrium lobby
Stop by and learn about NFB’s free audio 
information service and get hands-on experience 
with our new access methods including the 
NFB-NEWSLINE Mobile application for iPhone and 
our Global Publication Search feature.

7:00 - 9:45 pm—NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS AND TEACHERS
	
	7:00 - 8:15: IEP Basics for Parents of Blind/VI Students
	Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
	Instructors: Carlton Walker and Chantel Alberhasky


   TUESDAY, JULY 3, Continued

NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS, Cont’d.

	7:00 - 9:45: 2-4-6-8 What Do We Appreciate? The Nemeth Code!
	Manchester Room, Tower mezzanine
	Instructor: Eric Guillory

	7:00 - 9:45: Tactile Graphics
	Madrid Room, Tower mezzanine
	Instructors: Ann Cunningham, Shirley Keller, and Robert Jaquiss

8:00 - 9:30 pm—NFB GRANT WRITING WORKSHOP
Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
Learn to plan, write, and submit a strong grant 
application, and hear how others have won grants 
for their chapters and affiliates.  Coordinator: 
Seth Lamkin, NFB Jernigan Institute

8:30 - 9:45 pm—IEP DEVELOPMENT AND LEGAL PROCESS OVERVIEW
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
Do’s and don'ts for the IEP meeting; preparing 
for possible mediation, due process, appeal, 
etc.; overview of the legal process; how to 
prepare for a due process hearing so you don't 
have to have one! Instructors: Chantel Alberhasky and Carlton Walker

   WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, 2012

8:00 - 8:45 am—DEVOTIONS; Sapphire Room, Tower lobby

8:15 
 8:45 am—PREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP AND 
REGISTRATION ($30): Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby

		

	GENERAL SESSION

9:00 am	INVOCATION

9:05 am	FINANCIAL REPORT

9:55 am	ELECTIONS

10:40 am	THE SEEING EYE APP: GPS FOR THE BLIND ON THE iPHONE
Mike May, Chief Executive Officer, Sendero Group; Davis, California

11:00 am  	INSPIRING INDEPENDENCE FOR THE BLIND 
THROUGH FAITH AND SERVICE: FROM NEW YORK TO THE VATICAN
Father John R. Sheehan, S.J., Chairman, Board of 
Directors, Xavier Society for the Blind; New York, New York

11:20 am	THE FEDERATION IN THE WORLD
Maryanne Diamond, President, World Blind Union; 
and General Manager, International and 
Stakeholder Relations, Vision Australia; Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Arnt Holte, Vice-Executive Director, Norwegian 
Association of the Blind and Partially Sighted; Majorstuen, Oslo, Norway

11:50 am	REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS

12:00 pm	ADJOURN

		


	

   WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, Continued

12:00 noon 
 12:30 pm and 1:30 - 2:00 
pm—PREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION 
($30): Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby

12:00 noon - 1:45 pm—EXHIBITS; Khmer Pavilion, Atrium third level

12:00 noon - 1:45 pm—INDEPENDENCE MARKET (final 
opportunity to visit the Market); Grand Ballroom, Atrium lobby

12:15 - 1:30 pm—AT-LARGE CHAPTER MEETING; Affiliate Action Suite 2372
To all NFB affiliate representatives: If your 
state is interested in starting an at-large 
chapter, please bring your lunch and join us to 
learn about new possibilities for membership recruitment and chapter
building.


		
	
	GENERAL SESSION

2:00 pm	CALL TO ORDER

2:05 pm	EQUAL ACCESS FOR THE BLIND; AIRFARES, 
HOTELS, CRUISES: SAVINGS WITH TRAVELOCITY
Steve Dumaine, Senior Vice President of Global 
Strategy and Product Innovation, Travelocity Global; Southlake, Texas

2:20 pm	THE AFFORDABLE POWERFUL NOTETAKER FOR THE BLIND
Deane Blazie, Inventor; Hobe Sound, Florida

Brian A. Mac Donald, President, National Braille Press; Boston,
Massachusetts

2:40 pm	STRATEGIC INITIATIVES REPORT
John G. Paré, Jr., Executive Director for 
Strategic Initiatives, National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland

Anil Lewis, Director of Strategic Communications, 
National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland


	
   WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, Continued

Lauren McLarney, Governmental Affairs Specialist, 
National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland

Jesse Hartle, Governmental Affairs Specialist, 
National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland

3:30 pm	REPORTS, RESOLUTIONS, AND OTHER BUSINESS

5:00 pm	ADJOURN

		

6:00 - 8:00 pm—AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR THE BLIND 
LAUNCHES NEW RESOURCE FOR INDEPENDENCE! Peacock Terrace, West wing
You are invited to an informational reception 
featuring demonstrations of our family of 
websites available to you 24/7/365 to enhance 
your independence and employability. We look 
forward to greeting AFB’s old friends and making new ones.

6:00 
 8:30 pm—EXHIBITS; Khmer Pavilion, Atrium 
third level (final opportunity to visit the Exhibits)

6:00 - 9:00 pm—NFB-NEWSLINE® DEMONSTRATION OPEN HOUSE
Plum Blossom A Room, Atrium lobby
Stop by and learn about NFB’s free audio 
information service and get hands-on experience 
with our new access methods including the 
NFB-NEWSLINE Mobile application for iPhone and 
our Global Publication Search feature.

6:00 - 11:00 pm—TWELFTH ANNUAL SHOWCASE OF TALENT—Fee: $5.00
Stemmons Ballroom, Atrium lobby
Register early by contacting Performing Arts 
Division leaders (phone 347-948-4445) by Tuesday, 
July 3. Proceeds benefit the division’s 
scholarship program and other programs. Sponsored 
by the Performing Arts Division; Dennis H.R. Sumlin, President


   WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, Continued

7:00 
 9:00 pm—SOCIAL SECURITY AND SSI: WHAT 
APPLICANTS, ADVOCATES, AND RECIPIENTS SHOULD KNOW
Rosetta Room, Atrium mezzanine
Seminar topics: Social Security and SSI benefits, 
including eligibility criteria, the application 
process, reporting obligations, and appeals process.  Also get
information on the Medicare prescription drug benefit income subsidy
program.
Presenter: Daniel B. Frye, J.D., Social Security Advocate/Consultant

7:00 - 9:45 pm—SAME BOOK, SAME TIME, SAME PRICE: 
GETTING TO KNOW BLIO, HANDS-ON TRAINING AND HELP.  James Gashel, Presenter
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine

7:30 pm - midnight—SALSA NIGHT IN DALLAS! (Admission: $5.00)
Wedgwood Ballroom, Tower lobby
Learn to dance salsa using the Braille cell. 
Group and individual instructions provided at any 
level of proficiency; Merengue and Bachata 
lessons have been added this year; cash bar. Fee 
benefits the NFB Spanish Translation Committee 
(Conchita Hernandez, Chairperson).

8:00 - 9:00 pm—FRIENDS OF RECOVERY MEETING
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
All convention delegates involved in or 
interested in twelve-step recovery programs are 
invited to attend.  Gary Ray, Coordinator

8:00 - 11:30 pm—MONTE CARLO NIGHT; Morocco Room, 
Tower mezzanine Try your luck at playing popular 
card games; bring friends along or make new 
ones—either way it’s sure to be great fun; cash 
bar. Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students Division

8:30 - 9:45 pm—SAME BOOK, SAME TIME, SAME PRICE: 
GETTING TO KNOW BLIO, HANDS-ON TRAINING AND HELP.  James Gashel, Presenter
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine




   THURSDAY, JULY 5, 2012

8:00 - 8:45 am—DEVOTIONS
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby

8:15 
 8:45 am—PREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP AND 
REGISTRATION ($30)—Final opportunity to register: 
Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby



GENERAL SESSION

9:00 am 	INVOCATION

9:05 am	THE DEMOCRATISATION OF BRAILLE
Kevin Carey, Chair, Royal National Institute of 
Blind People; London, United Kingdom

9:25 am 	THE CLIENT/CAREER PARADIGM: AN ENTREPRENEURIAL PERSPECTIVE
Anil Lewis, Director of Strategic Communications, 
National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland

9:50 am 	STATE PROGRAMS TO ENCOURAGE INDEPENDENCE FOR THE BLIND
Larry E. Temple, Executive Director, Texas Workforce Commission; Austin,
Texas

10:10 am	ACCESSIBLE TELEVISION EQUIPMENT: THE UNITED KINGDOM SCOOPS
THE U.S.
Richard Orme, Head of Accessibility and Head of 
Digital Inclusion, Royal National Institute of 
Blind People; London, United Kingdom

10:25 am	IMPLEMENTING ACCESSIBILITY FOR THE PRINT 
DISABLED AT THE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM LEVEL
Gerard L. Hanley, Ph.D., Senior Director, 
Academic Technology Services, and Executive 
Director, MERLOT, California State University, 
Office of the Chancellor; Long Beach, California


   THURSDAY, JULY 5, Continued

10:45 am	AN END TO LEGALIZED DISCRIMINATION: A 
DEMAND FOR JUSTICE AND A CALL FOR ACTION
Fredric K. Schroeder, Ph.D.; Research Professor; 
San Diego State University; Vienna, Virginia

11:05 am 	EQUAL ACCESS FOR THE BLIND TO EDUCATION
Seth M. Galanter, Deputy Assistant Secretary for 
Policy, Office for Civil Rights, United States 
Department of Education; Washington, D.C.

11:25 am	THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS: PURSUING 
POLICIES AND PRACTICES THAT MEET NEEDS
Roberta I. Shaffer, Associate Librarian for 
Library Services; The Library of Congress; Washington, D.C.

11:45 am	REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS

12:00 pm	ADJOURN



12:00 noon - 1:45 pm—AMATEUR RADIO DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine; D. Curtis Willoughby (ka0vba), President

12:00 noon - 1:45 pm—RAFFLES AND DRAWINGS
Emerald Room, Tower lobby



	GENERAL SESSION

2:00 pm	CALL TO ORDER

2:05 pm	BLIND PEOPLE AT WORK
Kevan Worley, CEO, Worley Enterprises, Inc., and 
Roosters Men’s Grooming Center; Colorado Springs, Colorado

Mark Jones, Owner, Owensville Communications 
WVBG-AM/FM; Vicksburg, Mississippi


   THURSDAY, JULY 5, Continued

2:35 pm	DISABILITY POLICY FROM THE WHITE HOUSE
Kareem A. Dale, Special Assistant to the 
President for Disability Policy, The White House; Washington, D.C.
	
2:55 pm	THE POLICY OF INTEGRATION ENFORCEABLE AT LAW
Eve L. Hill, Senior Counselor to the Assistant 
Attorney General for Civil Rights, United States 
Department of Justice; Washington, D.C.

3:15 pm	MAKING CHEMISTY ACCESSIBLE TO THE BLIND ONE ATOM AT A TIME
Henry Wedler, Ph.D. candidate, University of 
California, Davis; Davis, California

3:30 pm	INVENTIONS THAT ALTER THOUGHT
Ray Kurzweil, President and Chief Executive 
Officer, K-NFB Reading Technology, Inc.; Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts

3:50 pm	THE ACCESSIBLE BOOKSTORE, THE ACCESSIBLE 
LIBRARY, AND MILLIONS OF BOOKS TO COME
Marshall A. (Arnie) Wight, President and Chief 
Operating Officer, Baker & Taylor, Inc.; Charlotte, North Carolina

4:05 pm	DR. JACOB BOLOTIN AWARD
James Gashel, Chairperson, Dr. Jacob Bolotin 
Award Committee and Secretary, National 
Federation of the Blind; Denver, Colorado

4:35 pm	REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS

5:00 pm	ADJOURN




   THURSDAY, JULY 5, Continued

7:00 pm—BANQUET
Chantilly Ballroom, Tower lobby
INVOCATION
MASTER OF CEREMONIES:  Fredric K. Schroeder
INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
BANQUET ADDRESS: Marc Maurer
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

11:00 pm—SCIENCE FICTION MEETING
All persons interested in science fiction and 
fantasy are welcome to join in an open 
discussion.  Please contact Ed Meskys for room location.



CONVENTION NOTES:

Note 1.  A Federation Information Desk is in the 
registration area from Sunday morning through 
Thursday if you have questions or need 
assistance. The Texas affiliate also maintains a 
table near the hotel check
in desk in the Atrium 
lobby to provide assistance and hospitality during much of the convention.

Note 2.  The Hilton Anatole Hotel room rates are: 
singles and doubles, $63; triples and quads, $68. 
In addition to the room rates, there is a 13 
percent occupancy tax. There is no charge for 
children under sixteen in the room with parents 
as long as no extra bed is required. Proof of 
convention registration is necessary, including 
the showing of an NFB registration badge if 
requested. Otherwise, regular hotel rates must be 
paid.  This is a non-smoking hotel; smoking is 
permitted only at specified areas outside.

Note 3.  Guide Dog Relief Areas: Please note that 
there is no dog relief area in Anatole 
Park.  This is a change from previous years. 
There is a relief area outside the Atrium lobby 
entrance and a second relief area outside of the 
Chantilly entrance. The Chantilly entrance is 
directly opposite the large elephant statues in 
the middle of the Chantilly Ballroom foyer in the 
Tower lobby. Note that this is not the same as 
the Tower entrance, which is considerably west of the Chantilly entrance.

Note 4.  Hotel Food Service:

Common Ground (Atrium I) express cafeteria-line 
food service: Lunch and dinner offerings will 
include salads, hot and cold sandwiches, fruits, 
pastries, desserts, and beverages. Service will 
be quick and seating plentiful. The grab-and-go 
$10 sack lunch (sandwich, chips, and beverage) 
can be picked up here as well. Hours are 6 am-2 
pm and 5-10 pm except on Barbecue and Banquet evenings.

Terrace Café (Atrium I) ala carte breakfast 
items, continental or full hot breakfast buffet; 
$20 (includes tax and gratuity) “blue plate 
special” lunch, which changes daily and includes 
an entrée, soup or salad, and dessert; breakfast 
(6-11 am) and lunch (11 am-2 pm). Not open for dinner.

Counter Offer (Atrium II) items to order at a 
quick-service counter: breakfast items; hot and 
cold sandwiches, salads, fruits, desserts, 
beverages (including wines and beers), and 
various specialty ala carte items are available 
throughout the day; $10 grab-and-go sack lunch 
may also be picked up here. Seating is available. 
Hours are 6 am-2 pm and 5-10 pm.


Media Grill & Bar (Atrium II) offers a full menu 
and is open for lunch & dinner (11 am-10 pm) and 
from 10 pm-2 am with specialty food items and bar service.

Gossip Bar (Tower lobby) coffee and breakfast 
pastries in the morning; $10 grab-and-go sack 
lunches; bar service and other food offerings. 
Hours are 6:30 am to 2 am.

Note 5.  All requests for announcements by 
President Maurer during General Sessions must be submitted in Braille.

Note 6.  Raffle tickets will not be sold in the 
registration area, and no raffles or other such 
drawings will take place during convention 
sessions or at the banquet. The single exception 
will be that national divisions may (if they 
request it in advance) conduct drawings during 
the sessions or at the banquet. Groups or 
affiliates wishing to conduct their drawings (or 
any person wishing to know the winners) may go at 
noon on Thursday to the Emerald Room, Tower lobby.

Note 7.  Child-care services for children between 
the ages of six weeks and twelve years are 
available during convention sessions, most 
meetings, and the banquet.  Preregistration and 
payment by June 15 were required for child-care. 
Child-care is organized and supervised by Carla 
McQuillan, the executive director of Main Street 
Montessori Association.  Alison McQuillan serves 
as the activities and staff coordinator. Please 
note that child-care provides morning and 
afternoon snacks, but parents are required to 
provide lunch for their child(ren) every day. 
Times listed are the opening and closing times 
for child-care. A late fee of $10 per 
quarter-hour per child will be assessed for late 
pickups. Child-care hours are:
	Saturday, 6/30		8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
	Sunday, 7/1		Closed
	Monday, 7/2		8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
	Tuesday, 7/3		9:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
	Wednesday, 7/4		8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
	Thursday, 7/5		8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm and
	Banquet 7/5	         6:30 pm to 30 minutes after banquet ends

Note 8.  Divisions, Committees, and Groups: The 
Federation carries on its business through 
affiliated divisions, committees, and groups listed below:

Divisions:
Agriculture and Equestrian: Fred Chambers, President
Assistive Technology Trainers:  Michael Barber, President
Deaf-Blind: Burnell Brown, President
Diabetes Action Network for the Blind: Michael Freeman, President
Human Services: Rick Brown, President
National Association of the Blind in Communities of Faith: Tom Anderson,
Pres.
National Association of Blind Automobile Enthusiasts: David Hutchins, Pres.
National Association of Blind Entrepreneurs: James R. Bonerbo, President
National Association of Blind Lawyers: Scott LaBarre, President
National Association of Blind Merchants: Nicky Gacos, President
National Association of Blind Office Professionals: Lisa Hall, President
National Association of Blind Piano Technicians: Don Mitchell, President
National Association of Blind Rehabilitation Professionals: Melody Roane,
Pres.
National Association of Blind Students: Sean Whalen, President
National Association of Blind Veterans: Dwight Sayer, President
National Association of Guide Dog Users: Marion Gwizdala, President
National Association to Promote the Use of Braille: Sandy Halverson,
President
National Federation of the Blind Amateur Radio: D. Curtis Willoughby, Pres.
National Federation of the Blind in Computer Science: Curtis Chong, Pres.
National Federation of the Blind Krafters: Joyce Kane, President
National Federation of the Blind Seniors: Judy Sanders, President
National Organization of Blind Educators: Sheila Koenig, President
National Organization of Parents of Blind Children: Laura Bostick, President
National Organization of Professionals in Blindness Education: Eric
Guillory,
	President
Performing Arts: Dennis H.R. Sumlin, President
Public Employees: Ivan Weich, President
Science and Engineering: John Miller, President
Sports and Recreation: Lisamaria Martinez, President
Travel and Tourism: Cheryl Echevarria, President
Writers: Robert Leslie Newman, President.

Committees:
Ambassadors: Angela Wolf, Chairperson
Blind Educator of the Year Award: David Ticchi, Chairperson
Committee on Automobile and Pedestrian Safety (CAPS): Deborah Kent
	Stein, Chairperson
Committee to Empower Underserved Populations (CEUP): Ron Brown,
	Chairperson
Communications (new name of Newsletter Publications): Robert Leslie
	Newman, Chairperson
Distinguished Educator of Blind Children Award: Cathy Jackson,
	Chairperson
Employment: Dick Davis, Chairperson
Genetic Education: Barbara Pierce, Chairperson
Imagination Fund: Carl Jacobsen, Chairperson
Jacobus tenBroek Award: Ramona Walhof, Chairperson
Jacobus tenBroek Memorial Fund: Gary Mackenstadt, Chairperson; Joy Harris,
	Co-Chairperson
Kenneth Jernigan Fund: Allen Harris, Chairperson
Library Services: David Hyde, Chairperson
Membership: Ron Gardner, Chairperson
Newel Perry Award: Allen Harris, Chairperson
PAC Plan: Scott LaBarre, Chairperson; Carlos Serván, Garrick Scott, and
	Doug Trimble, Co-Chairpersons
Promotion, Evaluation, and Advancement of Technology: Gary Wunder,
	Chairperson
Public Relations: Christopher Danielsen, Chairperson
Research and Development: Hai Nguyen Ly, Chairperson
Resolutions: Sharon Maneki, Chairperson
Scholarship: Patti Gregory-Chang, Chairperson
Shares Unlimited in NFB (SUN): Sandy Halverson, Chairperson
Spanish Translation: Conchita Hernandez, Chairperson
White Cane and Affiliate Finance: Alpidio Rolón, Chairperson.

Groups:
Blind Academics (new): Adrienne Asch, Chairperson
Blind Musicians: Linda Mentink, Chairperson
Blind Parents: Deborah Kent Stein, Chairperson
Blind Professional Journalists: Elizabeth Campbell and Bryan Bashin,
	 Co-Chairpersons
Community Service: Darian Smith, Chairperson
Educators of Blind Children: Gail Wagner, Chairperson
Legislative Initiatives Discussion: Don Burns, Chairperson
Living History: Michael Freholm, Chairperson
NFB in Judaism: David Stayer, Chairperson
NFB Lions: Ramona Walhof and Milton Ota, Co-Chairpersons
Orientation and Mobility: Edward C. Bell, Chairperson
Webmasters: Gary Wunder, Chairperson.

NAVIGATING THE HOTEL:
	The Hilton Anatole consists of two main 
sections—the Atrium and the Tower. The Atrium 
section is further divided into Atrium I and 
Atrium II. At the lobby and mezzanine levels 
Atrium I, Atrium II, and the Tower are connected 
so that you can walk from Atrium I at the far 
east end of the hotel through Atrium II into the 
Tower at the far west end of the hotel as if it were one building.

      At levels above the mezzanine, Atrium I and 
Atrium II are contiguous with each other but not 
with the Tower—that is, to reach the sleeping 
rooms, you must use either the Atrium elevators 
or the Tower elevators, depending on which 
section your room is located in. The Tower 
sleeping room elevators do not stop at the 
mezzanine level. The Atrium sleeping room 
elevators stop at the mezzanine level, and you 
can reach the mezzanine level meeting rooms above 
the Atrium I lobby, the Atrium II lobby, and the 
Tower lobby. However, a flight of six or eight 
steps links the Atrium II mezzanine and the Tower 
mezzanine. If these steps are a problem, you can 
take a separate, single elevator that goes from 
the Tower lobby to the Tower mezzanine level. 
This elevator is located just west of the 
business center in the Tower lobby. At the west 
end of the Tower mezzanine is a stairway that 
leads to the Tower lobby. When you come down this 
stairway, you are facing east, and the Chantilly 
Ballroom is slightly ahead and on your right.
      Atrium I is the farthest-east section of 
the hotel and sits slightly south of Atrium II. 
You may think of the entire hotel as a high-top 
tennis shoe lying on its side with the sole 
running along the north side, the toe pointing 
west, and the open top to the south. The right 
angle formed where the back of the shoe meets the 
sole in the hotel’s architecture is actually cut 
on the diagonal so that, when entering the hotel 
on that diagonal, you are facing 
southwest.  Atrium I is much shorter in its 
north-south dimension than are Atrium II and the 
Tower on the east-west axis. After you step into 
the main entrance, a left turn takes you towards 
the check-in desk and Atrium I.
      If you stand with your back to the check-in 
desk, you are facing west. Atrium I is on your 
left, and Atrium II is slightly to your right and 
straight ahead. The Atrium elevators and stairway 
and escalators to the mezzanine-level meeting 
rooms and the Khmer Pavilion on the third level 
are located just across from the Atrium front 
desk and main entrance in the general area where the two Atria join.
      The lobby area of Atrium I contains the 
Stemmons Ballroom, the indoor pool, the Carpenter 
Ballroom, and the Terrace Restaurant.  The 
Conference Registration area (where 
Preregistration will be located on Sunday and 
Monday) is located in the northeast corner of 
Atrium II at the point where Atrium II and Atrium I join.
      The Media Grill & Bar and the Grand 
Ballroom are located on the south side of Atrium 
II. On the north side of Atrium II are hotel 
shops and the Plum Blossom meeting room.  Just 
south of the shops are the two rectangular 
reflecting pools running from east to west along 
much of the link of Atrium II. There are seating 
areas along both sides of the reflecting pools. 
The area between the reflecting pools on the 
north side of Atrium II and the Media Grill & Bar 
and Grand Ballroom on the south side of Atrium II 
forms a wide walkway which extends from east to 
west through the entire length of Atrium II. The 
far east end of this walkway leads into Atrium 
I.  The far west end of this walkway leads into 
the Tower lobby.  Just before entering the Tower 
lobby you will find the Counter Offer quick 
service food outlet in the northwest corner of 
Atrium II. There is a ramp on the south side of 
the walkway as it enters the Tower lobby.
      The Chantilly Ballroom, where the Board 
Meeting and the General Sessions take place, is 
located on the south side of the Tower lobby. 
Continuing west beyond the Chantilly Ballroom is 
the Gossip Bar. A stairway leading to the 
mezzanine meeting rooms can be found along the 
north side of the Gossip Bar. The entrance to the 
Wedgwood Ballroom foyer is west of the Gossip Bar 
as are the exit doors to Anatole Park. Just north 
of the doors into the Park is the entrance to the 
Peacock Terrace Room. The entrance to the West 
Wing meeting rooms can be found north of the Peacock Terrace.
      In the northeast corner of the Tower lobby 
there are a number of meeting rooms, including 
the Coral, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, and Topaz 
rooms and the Governors and Senators Lecture Halls.


  Thank You...
	The National Federation of the Blind 
acknowledges with gratitude our convention 
sponsors listed below. Their messages follow.

Web Accessibility Champion:
Deque Systems, Inc.

Platinum Sponsors:
UPS
Oracle
HumanWare

Gold Sponsors:
Market Development Group, Inc.
Google
Vanda Pharmaceuticals

Silver Sponsors:
Freedom Scientific
FoxKiser

Bronze Sponsors:
IBM
VitalSource Technologies
Adobe Systems
Research In Motion
C AND P – Chris Park

White Cane Sponsors:
Sendero Group
Southwest Airlines
eBay Inc.
Independence Science
ScriptsForJaws.com
HIMS
Bookshare
Learning Ally
Sprint
En-Vision America


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