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GBEA ANNUAL CONFERENCE

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Keynote Speaker: ​
​J. Cornelius George

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Who is J. Cornelius? He is an Educator, Comedian, Radio Personality, and Speaker who uses his many talents to empower and inspire people to find the humor and greatness that is within. He is the 2019 and 2020 recipient of the PBIS Film of the Year from the Association of Positive Behavior Support (APBS) for his outstanding anti-bully and teen suicide prevention videos. He is also the 2015 recipient of the Celebrity Educators Award from Celebrity Educators, Inc. for his work within the field of education and with educators. He believes in using laughter in every phase of his life. In many circles he is known as the educator-comic, due to his passions for comedy and education. As an educator, he uses the power of laughter in the classroom to engage and empower students to achieve their dreams and goals. He believes that laughter affords people the opportunity to see challenging situations in a new and different perceptive.

He is a regular host at the world Famous Uptown Comedy Corner, where he would host a monthly comedy show for educators.

He is also one of the funny and insightful co-host of the Kiss Radio Show on FUBU Radio, where he provides nonstop laughter and witty commentary on a variety of subjects.

His stand-up is fresh, inviting, and unique. He uses his vast life experiences and knowledge to keep audiences engaged as he provides them with an insider’s view of his twisted mind.

He is the founder/president of Laugh Your Class Off, LLC, an educational-entertainment company that caters to educators, students, and the community. He was also the 2019 and 2020 PBIS Film of the year award recipient for his Anti-bully and Teen Suicide Prevention videos for Clayton County Public Schools.

He holds a Bachelors in Psychology and a Masters in Education. He is a 4th generation educator and has held various titles and positions (mentor, coach, educator, and parent).
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He has provided comedic relief at various comedy clubs, churches, family reunions, and educational facilities. He has also performed with several industry leading comedians. Don’t miss the opportunity to see this fun, energetic, insightful, and insanely funny comic.
 
Who Should Attend the Conference?
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All Business and Computer Science teachers, CTAE Directors and Supervisors, WBL Coordinators, and other educators passionate about finding relevant, successful practices are invited to attend!
  • Curriculum Updates
  • Career Cluster Coverage
  • Class Projects & Free Resources for the classroom
  • BEST Practices from the BEST Classrooms
  • Industry Practices from Business Professionals
  • FBLA: A Co-Curricular Piece
  • Differentiation in the Classroom
  • Technology Tools
  • Active Learning Strategies
  • Employability Skills and Activities
 
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Register Now on Whova
Registration Opens JUNE 1ST!

​Conference will be IN PERSON ONLY
  • First 50 to register and pay will receive a LAUGH t-shirt
  • First 100 will be entered into a drawing for a special & unbelievable gift package!
  • First 175 will receive a Conference Swag Bag with goodies!

Registration/Payment Deadline September 1st 
Early Bird Special: $350 - deadline July 31st!
Regular Registration: $375 (Non-Refundable)

Countdown

​Conference Sponsors & Exhibitors:
Sign up today! 
​Calling Conference Presenters:
We are requesting proposals from teachers and other business education professionals to present at this year’s conference. Submit a GBEA "LAUGH" Proposal Form today!
  • Proposal Deadline: 7/31/22
  • August 5th - Presenters selected and notified .
    August 12th - Handouts, headshots, bio and presentation materials due. 
  • September 27th - 30th GBEA Annual Conference.
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Conference Location:

Join us at the
Evergreen Resort 
Stone Mountain Marriott
4021 Lakeview Dr.
Stone Mountain, GA 30083


Click here to BOOK YOUR RESERVATION NOW!
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Last day to book at discounted rate is 9/6/22

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​For questions regarding Conference Registration please contact GBEAconference@gmail.com.

Our Affiliates

NBEA
SBEA
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 Contact Information

​Tara Whitteker, Past President​
​Brandy Barlow, President
Sonia Coile, GACTE Business Division Vice President
LaToya Thomas, Professional Development Chair

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  • Home
  • About
    • GBEA Officer Application
    • Proposed By-Laws Change
    • Organization By-Laws
    • Executive Board
    • Contact Us
    • Albums
  • GBEA Annual Conference
    • Resort Tour
    • Sponsors, Exhibitors & Presenters
  • Awards
    • 2021 Award Recipients
    • Teacher of the Year
    • New Teacher of the Year
    • Outstanding Teacher in Community Service
    • Outstanding Business & Computer Science Post-Secondary Educator
    • Outstanding Career Technical and Agricultural Education Administrator
    • Outstanding Career Guidance Counselors
    • Outstanding Business Partnership
    • FBLA-PBL Scholarship >
      • FBLA-PBL Scholarship Guidelines
      • 2018 FBLA Scholarship Winners
      • 2017 FBLA Scholarship Winners
      • 2016 FBLA Scholarship Winners
    • NBEA Scholarship
    • 2016 Industry Certification Awards
  • Members
    • Meeting Agendas
    • Business Meeting Minutes
    • Teaching Resources
    • Annual Reports
    • GBEA Journal
    • Conference Files >
      • 2017 GBEA Conference
      • 2017 GACTE Conference
      • 2016 GBEA Conference
      • 2015 GACTE Conference
      • 2015 GBEA Conference