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Hotel Information
Golden Nugget Hotel 51 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39350
Check-in time begins at 4:00 pm and checkout time is no later than 11:00 am. All guests are required to post a credit card (or debit card) at check-in. The hotel has advised if using a DEBIT card for incidentals /deposit at check-in, banks will put a hold on funds in the amount of $100.00 for several days when a debit card is used, so a credit card is the recommended choice. ALL HOTEL ROOMS ARE NON SMOKING. A $200 charge will be assessed for smoking in a hotel room. All rates and a $14.99 per night resort fee are subject to Harrison County room tax, currently five percent (5%), and state sales tax, currently seven percent (7%).
Check-in time begins at 4:00 pm and checkout time is no later than 11:00 am. All guests are required to post a credit card (or debit card) at check-in. The hotel has advised if using a DEBIT card for incidentals /deposit at check-in, banks will put a hold on funds in the amount of $100.00 for several days when a debit card is used, so a credit card is the recommended choice. ALL HOTEL ROOMS ARE NON SMOKING. A $200 charge will be assessed for smoking in a hotel room. All rates and a $14.99 per night resort fee are subject to Harrison County room tax, currently five percent (5%), and state sales tax, currently seven percent (7%).
Conference Keynote Speakers
Connor J. Archer
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Connor Archer is the Founder and Chairman/CEO of The Courageous Steps Project, a non-profit supporting children and young adults with developmental challenges in Eastern Maine. Living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Connor has overcome significant challenges with a strong support system. He holds an MBA, a Bachelor's in Integrated Technology, and certificates in Marketing Communications and Digital/Social Media Marketing.
Recognized for his dedication, Connor has received several awards, including the 2023 Husson University Alumni Hall of Fame induction and the 2022 Autism Society of Maine’s Professionals Providing Service Award. Through his work, Connor aims to inspire and support others in achieving success. |
"All journey's have ups and downs. Some more profound than others. But each defines who you are and the journey you are on. Mine has been full of them." - Connor Archer
Learn more about Connor at www.connorarcher.org/
Learn more about The Courageous Steps Project at www.thecourageousstepsproject.org/ |
Maggie Wade-Dixon
Maggie is a native of Crystal Springs, Mississippi. She attended Hinds County Public Schools and is a graduate of Utica High School.
In May, 2017 Maggie received an Honorary Doctorate from Belhaven University in Humanities. An Emmy nominated News Anchor, Maggie attended Jackson State University, becoming the 89th member of her family to attend JSU. She transferred her sophomore year to Mississippi College to pursue a career in Corporate Law. But it was at MC she discovered her ability in radio. She worked for the school radio station, WHJT-FM, and later was hired at WJDX-MISS 103 as a radio announcer, marketing researcher and weekend news anchor. Maggie has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Mississippi College.
Maggie was hired at WLBT her senior year. Since that time she has worked as weekend weather anchor, news reporter, coordinator and producer of children's programming, and now serves as 5, 6 and 10 p.m. news co-anchor and covers stories on education, and children's issues.
Maggie received the 2014 Woman of the Year Award from the Mississippi Commission on the Status of Women. She has received more than 500 other awards, including being recognized by the United States Congress in October 2011 as an Angel In Adoption for her work on Wednesday's Child. She was nominated by Senator Thad Cochran. She also received the award in September 2001 for the segment featuring foster children in the state in need of permanent homes. Maggie was nominated by Congressman Ronnie Shows. Congressman Shows also recognized Maggie's work for children in the state on the floor of Congress.
Maggie also served as a board member for the Eudora Welty Foundation. She was selected Chairperson of the National Children's Study, Community Advisory Board, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in January, 2008. The study focused on the health, growth and environment of children in Hinds County from pregnancy to adulthood. In February, 2011, Maggie became one of 11 people in the nation to be selected by the National Institutes of Health to serve on the National Steering Committee for the National Children's Study.
Maggie has appeared in two movies. She was on the set of A Time to Kill for five days, although most of her part was edited out. She appeared as herself in the Rob Reiner film Ghosts of Mississippi.
Maggie speaks to groups all over the State of Mississippi. She serves on numerous boards, including the Salvation Army, Merit Health River Oaks Hospital, Mississippi Blood Services and the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi. She was also asked to serve as one of the representatives of Mississippi at the 1997 Presidential Summit and served as an Olympic Torchbearer in 1996.
Following Hurricane Katrina in August, 2005, Maggie was invited to appear as the first guest co-host of the Montell Williams Show in New York City. She appeared on the show in September, 2005.
Maggie served as an adjunct professor at Belhaven University in Jackson for almost 14 years. She and her husband who is a proud U.S. Navy Vet, have two children and one granddaughter.
In May, 2017 Maggie received an Honorary Doctorate from Belhaven University in Humanities. An Emmy nominated News Anchor, Maggie attended Jackson State University, becoming the 89th member of her family to attend JSU. She transferred her sophomore year to Mississippi College to pursue a career in Corporate Law. But it was at MC she discovered her ability in radio. She worked for the school radio station, WHJT-FM, and later was hired at WJDX-MISS 103 as a radio announcer, marketing researcher and weekend news anchor. Maggie has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Mississippi College.
Maggie was hired at WLBT her senior year. Since that time she has worked as weekend weather anchor, news reporter, coordinator and producer of children's programming, and now serves as 5, 6 and 10 p.m. news co-anchor and covers stories on education, and children's issues.
Maggie received the 2014 Woman of the Year Award from the Mississippi Commission on the Status of Women. She has received more than 500 other awards, including being recognized by the United States Congress in October 2011 as an Angel In Adoption for her work on Wednesday's Child. She was nominated by Senator Thad Cochran. She also received the award in September 2001 for the segment featuring foster children in the state in need of permanent homes. Maggie was nominated by Congressman Ronnie Shows. Congressman Shows also recognized Maggie's work for children in the state on the floor of Congress.
Maggie also served as a board member for the Eudora Welty Foundation. She was selected Chairperson of the National Children's Study, Community Advisory Board, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in January, 2008. The study focused on the health, growth and environment of children in Hinds County from pregnancy to adulthood. In February, 2011, Maggie became one of 11 people in the nation to be selected by the National Institutes of Health to serve on the National Steering Committee for the National Children's Study.
Maggie has appeared in two movies. She was on the set of A Time to Kill for five days, although most of her part was edited out. She appeared as herself in the Rob Reiner film Ghosts of Mississippi.
Maggie speaks to groups all over the State of Mississippi. She serves on numerous boards, including the Salvation Army, Merit Health River Oaks Hospital, Mississippi Blood Services and the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi. She was also asked to serve as one of the representatives of Mississippi at the 1997 Presidential Summit and served as an Olympic Torchbearer in 1996.
Following Hurricane Katrina in August, 2005, Maggie was invited to appear as the first guest co-host of the Montell Williams Show in New York City. She appeared on the show in September, 2005.
Maggie served as an adjunct professor at Belhaven University in Jackson for almost 14 years. She and her husband who is a proud U.S. Navy Vet, have two children and one granddaughter.
Join us Wednesday, October 2, 2024 for our Luau Party
in honor of our amazing sponsors and vendors!
2024 RAM Board Candidates
2024 RAM Elections will take place at the conference.
Michelle Bell
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April F. Christon
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