On the Matter of Race Live

It's time we come together in-person for more
Courageous Conversation & Connection

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Join Us for OTMR Live - The Experience!

September 13 - 15, 2024 • Harlem, NYC

Join Us for OTMR Live - The Experience!

September 13 - 15, 2024
Harlem, NYC

In our first OTMR Conference...

we came together to learn more about racism. Whether you were in the house for that one or not, you need to be present for this one because it’s about collective action, belonging, confronting stereotypes, experiencing African American culture and learning and strategizing TOGETHER.

Working Together – Learning To Take The Necessary Actions To Address Racism

I Want to Be a Part of This! Reserve My Seat!

Some of the topics we'll cover:

Mental Health
Healthcare
Education
Having the Difficult Conversations
Corporate and Entrepreneurial power in action
And so much more!

What's Included In this Transformative Experience?

• Powerful and Passionate Speakers!

• Skill-building and Deep Conversations from:
10am - 5pm on Friday and Saturday
10am - 4pm on Sunday

• Buffet Breakfast on Friday and Saturday

• Friday PM - Interactive Panel: Racism In Mental Health & Education - Confronting the Systems that Uphold Racist Practices In Place

• Transportation to and from a dinner experience that you will never forget on Saturday evening!

• Sunday AM - Two Brothers & a Microphone with Kevin & Justin: A Window Seat Into the Conversations We Have Amongst Ourselves

• Private Facebook Group

• Cool Swag!

• And a chance to meet together in-person to plan for action and socialize.

Meet Our Amazing Speakers

And More to Be Announced!

Interactive Panel

Racism In Mental Health and Education: Confronting the Systems that Uphold Racist Practices In Place

Dr. Linda Lausell-Bryant

Dr. Linda is devoted to developing the leadership capacities of social workers to spark change at the intersection of race, ethnicity, and social justice. In 2020, she co-developed and implemented a Faculty Antiracism Training to strengthen skill in antiracist pedagogy, inclusive teaching and mentoring for all NYU Silver faculty.

Jessica Rizzo, LCSW

Jessica is a mother, licensed clinical social worker and entrepreneur dedicated to
promoting the healing process of transgenerational trauma in communities of color. Jessica’s
passion has guided her to train and mentor developing clinicians to understand the
intersectionality of their clinical wheelhouse and the cultural needs of the communities they
serve in efforts to maximize their impact.

Dr. Cindy Bautista-Thomas, PhD, LCSW, RYT

Cindy is a licensed clinical social worker, social work educator, podcast host, yoga instructor, mindfulness facilitator, author, mother, wife, master trainer and curator of spaces of healing, transformation, and impact. As co-founder of Velocity Visions, Inc Dr. Cindy provides dynamic personal and professional development services through experiential workshops in nonprofit, for profit, and government settings.

Two Brothers and a Microphone
with Kevin & Justin:

A Window Seat Into the Conversations We Have Amongst Ourselves

Kevin Thames

Vice President, Americas Channel Sales
Board Member, Equinix Foundation

In support of key company initiatives, Kevin is on the Board of the Equinix Foundation, which partners with organizations to advance digital inclusion, from providing access to technology and connectivity to developing the skills required for technology careers.

Kevin also co-founded Equinix BlackConnect whose mission is to increase Equinix’s inclusion, innovation and impact by expanding, empowering and elevating black employees and their allies around the globe

Justin Nai'im Hurdle-Price

To Be Young and Black In America

Justin started facilitating conflict resolution workshops for young people and adults at the age of 10. He has co-facilitated workshops in schools and for non-profits and at national conflict resolution conferences all over the country. He worked as a trainer coach for youth from all different backgrounds, helped design workshops for parents, teachers and young people.

He is also the co-host of "Working It Out, Across Generations", a TV show that focuses on bridging everyday gaps through multi-generational perspectives.

Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle

Why We Can't Wait: We Must Act Now!

Dr. Lynne is a communication expert and conflict resolution strategist, diversity, equity and inclusion facilitator, speaker, and leadership coach with over 40 years of experience in blending the connection between communication, conflict and culture into my unique style of engagement for leaders.

She is the author of the best seller, Closing Conflict for Leaders: How to Be a Bold Leader and Develop a Kick-Ass, High-Functioning, Happy AF Team.

Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle

Why We Can't Wait: We Must Act Now!

She is the author of the best seller, Closing Conflict for Leaders: How to Be a Bold Leader and Develop a Kick-Ass, High-Functioning, Happy AF Team.

Join us at The Renaissance Hotel in world famous Harlem!

A new hotel set in a landmark location just steps away from the Apollo Theater!

Harlem is the perfect place...

to come together and experience the vibrancy and challenges of the African American experience in NYC. The perfect mix of history, racism and resiliency all await you at this conference.

So join us and our brilliant speakers for an unforgettable experience!

YES! I Want the Experience!

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(Photo: Marriott International)

Event Location and Accommodations:

Harlem Renaissance Hotel
233 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027

*Hotel stay is not included in your conference ticket price.