Savannah Metro Chapter - National Forum for Black Public Administrators

09/12/2026

🚨 WE’RE LESS THAN 3 WEEKS AWAY! 🚨

The countdown is ON for NFBPA EMERGE Savannah 2026! 🌟 And you still have time to register!

Join us on the beautiful campus of Savannah State University for an impactful day bringing together public-sector professionals, emerging leaders, executives, and community partners for leadership development, career growth, networking, and empowerment.

📅 Thursday, October 1, 2026
📍 Savannah State University | Savannah, GA

🔥 Don’t miss your opportunity to EMERGE!

👉🏽 REGISTER NOW:
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Equipped to Serve. Empowered to Lead.

09/12/2026

🇺🇸 WE REMEMBER | SEPTEMBER 11, 2001

Today, the Savannah Metropolitan Chapter of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators joins our nation in remembering the lives lost, the families forever impacted, and the courageous first responders and public servants who answered the call on September 11, 2001.

Twenty-five years later, we continue to honor their courage, sacrifice, service, and resilience.

As public administrators, we are reminded of the extraordinary responsibility carried by those who serve our communities, especially in moments of crisis. May we continue to lead with compassion, serve with purpose, and never forget the strength found in unity.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🇺🇸

09/04/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐔𝐌 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐚𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 $𝟕𝟓𝟎! 🎉

If FORUM 2027 is on your calendar, now is the time to lock it in. Join NFBPA in Seattle for five days of connection, learning, networking, and opportunities you won’t want to miss.

But here’s the catch: this rate won’t last. ⏰

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📍 Seattle, WA | 📅 April 21–25, 2027

$750. One opportunity. Don’t miss it.

The National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) is excited to welcome you to FORUM 2027, taking place April 21–25, 2027, in the vibrant city of Seattle, Washington.

09/02/2026

Registration is officially open for the 2026 NFBPA Leadership Awards Gala!

We are honored to welcome our 2026 Honorary Chairs, The Honorable Van R. Johnson II, Mayor of Savannah, and The Honorable Shirley Clarke Franklin, Former Mayor of Atlanta, as we prepare to gather in Savannah.

Join us October 2 for an evening celebrating leadership, service and community impact while supporting NFPA's leadership development programs and scholarships.

🔗 Reserve your seat or table today: https://shorturl.at/lNnEr

08/27/2026

Save the Date! Join NFBPA in Savannah on October 2 for the 2026 Leadership Awards Gala, an evening celebrating outstanding professionals across industries and recognizing their impact and service.

More information coming soon…

07/09/2026

Save The Date
EMERGE 2026: Equipped to Serve. Empowered to Lead.

October 1-4, 2026
Savannah, GA

Save the Date for October 1 – 4, 2026! Join NFBPA in Savannah Georgia for our Fall Quarterly Meetings, including EMERGE Savannah: Equipped to Serve, Empowered to Lead.

EMERGE Savannah starts Thursday, October 1, and will feature professional development speakers, workshops, and opportunities to interact with leaders from across the country.

Our quarterly meetings continue on Friday, October 2, with our 2026 Leadership Awards Dinner in Savannah. Finally, our Fall Meeting of the NFBPA Board of Directors will occur on Saturday, October 3.

Please be sure that save these dates and join NFBPA for an exceptional series of professional development and networking opportunities. Registration will open soon!

07/06/2026

07/01/2026

Congratulations to City of Savannah Mayor Van R. Johnson, II, recipient of the 2026 Georgia Municipal Association’s Georgia Municipal Government Hall of Fame Award, and City of Savannah Clerk of Council Mark Massey, recipient of the 2026 Georgia Municipal Clerks Association Clerk of the Year Award.

As proud members of the Savannah Metropolitan Chapter, we celebrate and honor these well-deserved achievements. Your leadership, service, and dedication to municipal government continue to make a lasting impact on the City of Savannah and beyond.

Congratulations, Mayor Johnson and Clerk Massey!

06/17/2026

🌟 Thank You to Our Incredible Panelists! 🌟

On behalf of the NFBPA Savannah Metropolitan Chapter, thank you to our outstanding panelists for making our Level-Up to Leadership Series: We Got Next | Leaps to Lead such a powerful and inspiring conversation.

A special thank you to Patrick Finnell, Azsha Hankerson, Cherrelle Duncan, Akela Wright, and Harold Taylor Jr. for sharing your leadership journeys, lessons learned, and practical advice with authenticity and purpose. Your willingness to pour into current and emerging leaders created an engaging discussion that challenged us to think bigger, lead boldly, and remain committed to continuous growth.

Thank you for reminding us that leadership is not just about titles, it’s about impact, influence, service, and the courage to keep growing through every season.

We are also grateful to everyone who attended, participated, and invested in their professional development. The future is bright because of leaders like you who are willing to learn, connect, and elevate.

Together, we are empowering today’s leaders and building tomorrow’s legacy.