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Opening Plenary Session<\/h3>\n

Date: Thursday, May 22<\/h4>\n

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.<\/h4>\n

Holiday Ballroom 4-5<\/h4>\n

Opening Remarks:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Julia D. Novak, ICMA-CM, ICMA Executive Director<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Opening Plenary Speakers:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Dr. Leonard Brock, VP for Learning and Impact, CFLeads<\/li>\n
    • Laura McAloon, City Administrator of Grand Island, Nebraska<\/li>\n
    • Christian Motley, VP of Partnerships and Community Impact, Results for America<\/li>\n
    • Dr. Clarence Wardell, Deputy Director of Economic Mobility & Opportunity, Gates Foundation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      This plenary conversation will focus on individuals\u2019 commitment to EMO through their work, as well as how their personal experiences have shaped their understanding of its importance. 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