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And Then There Was.

The National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) was founded following the successful production of a national conference for black public administrators in April of 1983, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.  The excitement and enthusiasm generated during the "FORUM" provided the impetus for the creation of a new organization dedicated to strengthening black leadership in public service.

NFBPA enjoyed a four-year incubation following its legal incorporation in the State of Florida.  During that time, the organization existed as a  program of Public Technology, Inc., a non-profit entity dedicated to assisting local governments in developing innovative solutions to management and service delivery dilemmas.  Achievements during the early years included the development of a quarterly newsletter, "The Forum," and production of an annual conference, the FORUM.  In 1986, another significant achievement was realized - the chartering of NFBPA's first local affiliate.  This step signaled the beginning of a period of tremendous institutional growth.

Today, NFBPA has emerged as the nation's premier association of black appointment managers and executives with over 2,500 members and 47 chapters serving public organization throughout the United States.  NFBPA members are increasingly playing major roles in influencing and executing policy decisions that effect the professional and personal live of citizens in over 350 jurisdictions across the nation.

Organized in 1993, the Southern Piedmont Chapter of NFBPA is one of the fastest growing chapters in the organization's fold.  The Chapter endeavors to meet the diverse needs of its membership and contribute to the overall prosperity of the greater Charlotte community.  The Chapter sponsors local and regional professional development seminars, provides student scholarships, engages in community service initiatives, conducts regular chapter meetings, and helps further promote and elevate the visibility of the public sector professional.