2022 Vision Conference Booklet by R.H. Boyd Publishing

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June 16–18, 2022 Theme: Building Legacies Through Leadership Psalm 145:4

Event Location: Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown

623 Union Street • Nashville, TN 37219 For bookings, contact the hotel at (615) 259-2000 • R.H. Boyd has a special rate of $229 per night

Presented by R.H. Boyd Publishing Corporation and the National Baptist Congress

Dr. T. B. Boyd III Chairman Emeritus

Dr. LaDonna Boyd President/CEO

Dr. Gerald Dew Dean

Dr. Marlon Coleman Associate Dean

Pastor Breonus M. Mitchell, Sr. Host Pastor

Rev. Olivia M. Cloud Women’s Ministry Leader

*We are committed to the safety of all our attendees and staff. COVID protocol will be in place, including requiring masks, proof of vaccination or negative test results within 72 hours of arrival, and social distancing.

www.visionconference.org @visionconference_official

DR. H. A. BOYD 1922-1959

DR. T. B. BOYD JR. 1959-1979

DR. R. H. BOYD FOUNDER 1896-1922

DR. T. B. BOYD III DR. LADONNA BOYD 2017-present

Five generations of leadership in printing, publishing, distribution, and training. 2

1979-2017

Dr. R.H. Boyd, early 20th Century

History

Dr. R.H. Boyd, late 19th Century

Congress parade led by Dr. Henry Allen Boyd, early 20th Century

Dr. T. B. Boyd Jr. mid 20th Century

Book bindery department 3

Congress photos pictured: 1930 Session in Chicago, Illinois, and 2019 Session in Charlotte, North Carolina.

NATIONAL BAPTIST CONGRESS

VISION CONFERENCE

1906

2022

BRIEF HISTORY OF THE

VISION CONFERENCE Founded in 1896 by Dr. Richard Henry Boyd, R.H. Boyd® is a leading Nashville-based institution that creates and distributes primarily Christian, historic, and educational resources and literature, produces commercial print projects, and hosts leadership training and community-oriented events and experiences. It is one of the oldest Black institutions in the country. The National Baptist Congress®, founded by Dr. Boyd in 1906, is a consortium of churches and organizations focused on Christian education and leadership by meeting the needs of today’s believers, which convenes an annual training conference. In 2020, these institutions combined efforts to host the Vision Conference™, a premier event providing a multitude of leadership resources. Conference offerings include strategy sessions, business advice/mentorship, author services, sermons, workshops, continuing education credits for seminary and secular employment requirements, and access to the Urban Leadership Program and Seminary Now® at Northern Seminary. Under the current leadership of Dr. LaDonna Boyd, fifth-generation president/CEO of the R.H. Boyd family of companies, the Vision Conference™ remains committed to educating, training, teaching, and amplifying God’s Word through excellence in Christian education resources and leadership training. This year’s offerings and events will highlight the importance of technology, innovative teaching methodologies, entrepreneurship, theology, and so much more. Additionally, our robust youth ministry offerings will continue to inspire the next generation of faith leaders and scholars. Join us in Nashville June 16–18, 2022, for an experience that will uplift, inspire, and empower leaders, families, churches, and communities. 4

VISION CONFERENCE LEADERSHIP Dr. T. B. Boyd III is a native of Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Boyd is a recognized leader in the Christian, family, and historical publishing industry and has continued to play a pivotal role in the development of educational materials throughout the country. In 1975, Dr. Boyd put together a team of top national music directors, songwriters, publishers, and performers to develop one of the finest church hymnals that has ever been produced (The New National Baptist Hymnal, 21st Century Edition), which includes compositions of some of the most noted African-American Christian songwriters. After more than two years of research and marketing, this hymnal quickly became one of the best-selling hymnals in America, with millions of copies sold throughout the world. Dr. Boyd is a 1969 graduate of Tennessee State University. He is a 1980 recipient of the Doctor of Divinity degree and a 1983 recipient of the Doctor of Letters degree. Dr. Boyd has been listed in Who’s Who of America, Who’s Who of Finances in America, Who’s Who of Black America, Personalities of the South, Community Leaders of America, Personalities of America, Outstanding Among Blacks, and Men of Achievement. He is the recipient of many civic and governmental awards, including the Great Seal of the United States Award (1986). He was named Nashville’s Best Dressed Man in 1987 and was named the March of Dimes Man of the Year in 1990. In 2003, he was named Nashville’s most influential African American by the Nashville Post Magazine. He was inducted into the Nashville Public Schools Hall of Fame in 2005. He was the 2008 Thurgood Marshall awardee in Business and the recipient of the National Trumpet Award in Business in 2008. He received the HBCU (Historically Black Colleges & Universities) Hall of Fame Award in Business for 2009. Dr. Boyd was inducted into the Blair & Beckwith Religious Hall of Fame in 2011. Dr. Boyd is married to the former Yvette Jean Duke. They are the proud parents of four children: T. B. IV, Dr. LaDonna Yvette, Shalaé Shantel, and Justin Marriel.

Dr. LaDonna Boyd, Chairman, President/CEO R. H. Boyd Publishing Corporation and the Vision Conference • Nashville, Tennessee Dr. LaDonna Boyd is the fifth-generation President/CEO of R.H. Boyd Publishing Corporation in Nashville, TN. She has a passion for creating opportunities for underserved communities, providing educational resources for women and girls, and helping with environmental efforts. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Spelman College, where she studied economics and French, and a Master’s in Business Administration degree with a concentration in finance from Tennessee State University. She completed her Doctor of Education degree in Organizational Leadership at Pepperdine University. She is committed to continued professional development, including earning a certificate in Digital Marketing Strategy from Harvard University’s Extension School. Additionally, she serves on numerous boards, including Citizens Savings Bank and Trust, National Museum of African American Music, and the Nashville Ballet. She is a former member of the Metro Davidson County Historic Zoning Commission, which is appointed by the mayor of Nashville. Lastly, she has received numerous awards and acknowledgements, including Top 30 Under 30, Nashville Business Journal’s Top 40 Under 40, Gospel Music Hall of Fame, the Madame C. J. Walker Award from Mother Zion AME Church in Harlem New York, and two resolutions from Davidson County, TN for her commitment to community service and acknowledgment of R.H. Boyd’s 125th anniversary.

Dr. Gerald M. Dew, Dean Pastor, Antioch Missionary Baptist Church • Chicago, Illinois Pastor Gerald M. Dew is the humble pastor of the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, Chicago, Illinois (19 years) and the former pastor of the Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Houston, Texas (16 years). He is married to Marva Dew and is the father of Reverend Samuel and Eboni Dew. Pastor Dew has earned the following degrees: Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Texas Southern University; Master of Arts in Theology, Houston Graduate School of Theology; Master of Divinity, Northern Theological Seminary; and Doctor of Ministry, Northern Theological Seminary. Pastor Dew serves at Northern Theological Seminary, Lisle, IL in several capacities including: Director of the Southside Center for Urban Leadership, Director of Master of Arts in Urban Leadership Degree Program, Doctoral Thesis Supervisor, and Affiliate Professor. In addition, he is Leader of the Ministers Conference, Illinois Missionary Baptist State Convention (former Convention President); Dean of Pastoral Development, North Woodriver District Association; Founder and Executive Director, Major Impact Ministries, Inc.; and Dean, National Baptist Congress. Pastor Dew has two publications: A Pilot Project for A Future Informed Leadership Development Process at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church and Jigsaw Puzzle Leadership. 5

Leadership

Dr. T. B. Boyd III, Chairman Emeritus R. H. Boyd Publishing Corporation and the Vision Conference • Nashville, Tennessee

Mayor Coleman, Associate Dean Lead Pastor, The Temple of Hope (Antioch) • Muskogee, Oklahoma Mayor Coleman was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. He is the lead pastor of the Antioch Temple of HOPE Church, mayor of the city of Muskogee, OK, and community advocate. Mayor Coleman retired from federal service after 22 years of working in administrative and financial management. Mayor Coleman graduated from the University of Phoenix with a Master of Business Administration degree and holds a Doctorate of Theology degree from Andersonville Theological Seminary. Since Mayor Coleman’s time in Muskogee he has been busy making the city of Muskogee a better place. He believes in hope for Muskogee and rallies for Muskogee to have living wage industry and technology jobs, a downtown that comes to life at night with fun and entertainment, indoor recreation for youth and adults, full-service public four-year degree offerings so when young people graduate from high school they have the option to complete post secondary education and reinvest their talents in Muskogee, and ample housing options so we can live, work and play in Muskogee.

Pastor Breonus M. Mitchell, Sr., Host Pastor Senior Pastor, Mount Gilead Missionary Baptist Church • Nashville, Tennessee Pastor Mitchell was called to the pastorate of the Boyce Street MB Church in 1993. He founded Greater Grace Temple Community Church in 1997 and served for nineteen years. On April 3, 2016, he was called to serve as the 11th pastor of Mount Gilead Missionary Baptist Church. Pastor Mitchell is a graduate of American Baptist College, where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Studies. He has studied at Regents Park of Oxford University Oxford, England, receiving a Certificate in Textual Exegesis, Hermeneutics, and Homiletics. He received his Master of Theological Studies Degree from Lipscomb University Hazelip School of Theology in Nashville. He is currently a candidate for the Doctor of Ministry degree from Memphis Theological Seminary. He has received an honorary doctorate from St. Thomas Christian University. Pastor Mitchell is a subscribing lifetime member of the NAACP. He also serves on the Board of Trustees of American Baptist College, Donelson Christian Academy, Nashville Drug Court Support Foundation, and Dubois Academy. He is a member of the Executive Board and the Board of Directors for NBCUSA, Inc., 100 Black Men of Middle Tennessee, and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Pastor Mitchell is also the author of A Fish Called Mercy.

Rev. Olivia M. Cloud, Women’s Ministry Leader Assistant Pastor, Berean Baptist Church • Nashville, Tennessee Rev. Olivia M. Cloud has been actively engaged in the ministry of Christian and inspirational publishing since 1987 and has been a gender pioneer in every position of employment she has held in that time. She currently serves as associate editor of curriculum at the R.H. Boyd Publishing Corporation. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) from the University of Kentucky (Lexington) and a Master of Religious Education from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (Louisville, Ky). She completed additional master’s level study in research methodology at the University of Louisville. Rev. Cloud is assistant pastor at Berean Baptist Church in Nashville and a volunteer minister at the Nashville Rescue Mission Hope Center Christian recovery program and leads chapel services quarterly at the Rescue Mission’s Family Life Center for transitional women and children. She is author/editor of nine books and has made contributions to several nationally and internationally distributed works. She has been a ghostwriter for a number of New York Times bestselling authors. 6

The Vision Conference™ is proud to partner with Northern Seminary as its educational affiliate to provide continuing education credits, access to Seminary Now®, and instruction from noted professors for both in-person and virtual courses. Seminary Now® offers non-degree, certificate level educational opportunities via its streaming platform. It provides a diverse voice to help faith leaders meet the demands of today. In addition to providing access to leading seminary professors, Northern believes that effective leadership strategies come from thought leaders both inside and outside of the seminary walls. With a concerted focus on urban leadership and ministry opportunities, Northern Seminary and the Vision Conference™ seek to provide relevant resources that will help participants in their daily lives with leadership choices that will positively impact their futures and communities.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 17, 2022 AT SEVEN O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING THE SHERATON GRAND NASHVILLE DOWNTOWN PLATINUM BALLROOM  BLACK TIE ATTIRE The purpose of the Legacy Ball is to celebrate the history and 125th anniversary of the founding of R.H. Boyd (a 501 (c)(3) organization), one of the nation’s oldest Black publishing companies. This black-tie affair will honor those who have supported the company and community for generations. Additionally, recipients of the R.H. Boyd Humanitarian, Service, and Excellence Awards will be recognized. The Legacy Ball is the concept of Dr. LaDonna Boyd, fifth-generation president/CEO of the R.H. Boyd family of companies, and proceeds from the event will benefit the R.H. Boyd Family Endowment Fund, which provides scholarships and grants to university students and community organizations. Please join us for this momentous occasion that will be marked by fellowship with family, friends, community partners, and more.

Please visit www.rhboyd.com/legacyball for more details. Sponsorship opportunities available, see page 19.

Nashville Skyline

2022

Session Nashville, Tennessee

Why Nashville?

THE HOME OF R.H. BOYD AND THE NATIONAL BAPTIST CONGRESS

NASHVILLE-DAVIDSON-MURFREESBORO-FRANKLIN, TN FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE TOP DESTINATIONS (2020) CONDE NASTE 20 BEST PLACES TO GO (2020) POPULATION

1.93M .0911% 1-YEAR GROWTH

MEDIAN AGE

36.7

colleges and universities

MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME

MEDIAN PROPERTY VALUE

6.59% 1-YEAR GROWTH

8.86% 1-YEAR GROWTH

$70,262

HBCU’s

$285,100

NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES

1.03M 2.02% 1-YEAR GROWTH

DATAUSA.COM 10

Attractions in Nashville Tennessee State University

Nissan Stadium

National Museum of African American Music

The Mall at Green Hills

Cumberland Park

Grand Old Opry

Slim & Husky’s

Fisk University

Event Location: Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown

623 Union Street • Nashville, TN 37219 For bookings, contact the hotel at (615) 259-2000 • R.H. Boyd has a special rate of $229 per night

Schedule of Evemts JUNE

WEDNESDAY

JUNE

THURSDAY

15 16

5–7 p.m. Registration material pickup

7–11 a.m. Registration material pickup 8–9:30 a.m. Welcome Session 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. NMBCA Annual Session 10 a.m.– 12 p.m. Workshops and Orientations 12 p.m.–2 p.m. Leadership Luncheon with Barna 2–5:30 p.m. Workshops and Youth Events 7 p.m. General Assembly

JUNE

FRIDAY 8 a.m. Morning Worship 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Workshops and Youth Events 2–4:30 p.m. Workshops and Youth Events 5:30 p.m. VIP Reception (invitation only) 7 p.m. Legacy Ball

SATURDAY 8 a.m. Women’s Prayer and Devotional 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Youth Workshops and Competitions 10:30 a.m. Women of Wisdom Brunch 1–3 p.m. Youth Rally and Graduation 5 p.m. 10th Annual Praise and Laughs Gospel Comedy Show–Juneteenth Weekend Edition

Schedule and offerings are subject to change. Full list of courses is available at www.visionconference.org.

Robust Youth Ministry

Featured Events Include

Registration for the conference will grant participants full access to the schedule of courses, additional online access for curated courses with Northern Seminary, access to the vendors, and entrance to the Opening General Assembly and youth competitions. The luncheons and ball tickets are an additional cost per attendee. There will be an option for virtual attendance that will allow access to the Northern Seminary courses, live stream of Opening General Assembly on Thursday evening, a selection of two in-person courses that will be live streamed, and the youth event on Saturday morning. • Legacy Ball: The Legacy Ball will celebrate African-American achievement in areas of faith, civic engagement, literary works, and the arts. Recipients of the R.H. Boyd Humanitarian, Service, and Excellence awards will be recognized. • Youth Ministry: Youth engagement is a vital part of the Vision Conference. Many groups and families come from across the country and have the opportunity to participate in drill teams, dance ministry, oratorical and scholarship competitions, college tours, a youth rally, and more. • Women of Wisdom Brunch: This brunch celebrates the power and wisdom of womanhood. This annual event is one of the most popular activities during the annual session. • Leadership Courses and Entrepreneurship Resources: Taught by industry experts, our dynamic course offerings provide useful resources for meeting the needs of today’s believers in faith-based and secular arenas. Topics and disciplines include effective leadership, pastoral resources, entrepreneurship, women’s ministry, financial literacy, and more. • 10th Annual Praise and Laughs Gospel Comedy Show–Juneteenth Weekend Edition: This outdoor festival will feature an exciting mix of local ministries as well as national renowned comedians and artists. Help us celebrate a successful Vision Conference™ and commemorate Juneteenth like never before. All are welcome to attend!

Speakers & Entertainers The conference has previously featured talented gospel artists, entertainers, and dynamic speakers such as Rev. Al Sharpton, Rev. Jesse Jackson, NAACP President Derrick Johnson, Simmons College of Kentucky president Dr. Kevin W. Cosby, Gospel artists Mary Mary, Tamela and David Mann, CeCe Winans, Kierra “KiKi” Sheard, Jonathan McReynolds, Le’Andria Johnson, Marvin Sapp, comedian and radio personality Rickey Smiley, and many more.

Previous Speakers and Entertainers Include: Rev. Al Sharpton

Elder Mark Moore, Jr.

Erica Campbell

Pastor Ralph West

Rev. Jesse Jackson

Dr. LaDonna Boyd

Le’Andria Johnson

Dr. T. L. Brown

Bishop Marvin L. Sapp

Derrick Johnson

Tamela Mann

David Mann

Dr. Frederick Douglass Haynes, III

2022 speakers and entertainment announcements coming soon on our website, www.visionconference.org. 16

The Power of Sponsorship

Sponsorship

All sponsorship funds support the R.H. Boyd Company® and the R.H. Boyd Family Endowment Fund (scholarship fund), both of which are 501(c)(3) organizations. The R.H. Boyd Family Endowment Fund serves as a living memorial to Dr. Richard Henry Boyd, founder of the National Baptist Publishing Board/R.H. Boyd Publishing Corporation®. The fund is the channel through which the R.H. Boyd Company® invests resources in churches, organizations, and deserving students to achieve goals and standards for the betterment of their communities. Our scholarships promote knowledge of African-American heritage, participation in the rich African-American culture, and inclusion and increase of minority graduate degree holders in certain fields of study.

Our team is available to speak privately about an individual or custom sponsorship option that works best for you. We also offer limited event naming opportunities as well. For more information, please email vision@rhboyd.com. Conference Attendee Profile

500+ successful, in-

64% of attendees

84% of attendees have

fluential leaders, both nationally and in their respective communities.

earn $45,000 or more annually.

completed some college; 24% have earned degrees and 38% have earned advanced degrees.

An affluent base of highly educated, professional, and informed decision makers.

Organizational heads, pastors, entrepreneurs, educators, and influencers ages 30-70, many with families.

A large, targeted youth constituency that will be engaged in their own content offerings.

Adult Median age: 53 Adult are 38% of attendees

Youth are 62% of attendees

A diverse audience from every region of the country.

Sponsorship Opportunities VISION CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP

All Vision Conference™ sponsors gain access to exceptional promotional strategies, direct engagement, print advertising, digital communication, video streaming, website advertising, and current social media platforms to reach our highly sought after Christian audience and active consumers. Our goal is to create an atmosphere where sponsors exceed their promotional objectives and thrive! Individual and custom sponsorship options also available. Please inquire about sponsorship opportunities at vision@rhboyd.com or 1-877-4RH-BOYD. Visit www.visionconference.org for registration and sponsorship opportunities. Sponsorships are tax-deductible. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the R.H. Boyd Endowment Fund Scholarships and community programming.

Vision Presenting Sponsor

Vision Gold Sponsor

Vision Silver Sponsor

$20,000 • • • • • • • • • • • •

Booth in vendor area Inside front cover of commemorative program booklet Gifts included in all registration packets An opportunity to address all registered attendees in opening session Two dedicated email blasts to our list leading up to virtual conference Brand video shown before CEO’s keynote presentation Branding appears in email specific marketing for conference Branding and link on website Hosted session for registered attendees Featured article in the Union Review newspaper, print and digital editions Promo on social media channels for conference advertising (Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook) Branding appears in video at opening of each event

Vision Bronze Sponsor

Vision Leadership Sponsor

$15,000 • • • • • • • • • •

Booth in vendor area Full page ad in commemorative program booklet Gift included in registration packets An opportunity to address registered attendees in a featured session One email blast to include all gold sponsors to our email list prior to the conference Branding appears in email specific marketing for conference Branding and link on website Feature in the Union Review newspaper, print and digital editions Promo on social media channels for conference advertising (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook) Branding appears in video at opening of each event

$10,000 • • • • • • •

Booth in vendor area Full page ad in commemorative program booklet Gift included in registration packet Name listed in email specific marketing for conference Branding and link on website Promo on social media channels for conference advertising (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook) Branding appears in video at opening of each event

Vision Community Sponsor

Vision Builders Sponsor

Vision Stakeholders Sponsor

$5,000 • • • • •

Booth in vendor area Half-page ad in commemorative program booklet Name listed in email specific marketing for conference Name listed and linked on website Promo on social media channels for conference advertising (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook) • Name appears in video at opening of each event

$2,500 • • • • •

Booth in vendor area Quarter-page ad in commemorative program booklet Name listed in email specific marketing for conference Name listed and linked on website Promo on social media channels for conference advertising (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook)

$1,000 • • • •

Quarter-page ad in commemorative program booklet Name listed in email specific marketing for conference Name and link listed on website Promo on social media channels for conference advertising (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook)

$500

• Name listed in commemorative program booklet • Name listed in email specific marketing for conference • Name and link listed on website

$250

• Name listed in commemorative program booklet • Name listed on website

Sponsorship Opportunities LEGACY BALL SPONSORSHIP

Please join R.H. Boyd for the Legacy Ball in celebration of our 125th anniversary for a night of live music, dining, and special presentations in honor of those that have supported the company and community for generations. All Legacy Ball and VIP Reception sponsors and guests will enjoy fellowship with both local and national community leaders, company partners, family, friends, and more.

Individual and custom sponsorship options also available. Please inquire about sponsorship opportunities at vision@rhboyd.com or 1-877-4RH-BOYD. Visit www.rhboyd.com/legacyball for registration and sponsorship opportunities. Sponsorships are tax-deductible. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the R.H. Boyd Endowment Fund Scholarships and community programming.

$15,000 Legacy Sponsor

• • • • • • •

16 VIP Reception invitations Two tables of eight with preferred seating at Ball Logo included in event branding including the step and repeat Logo on website with weblink Full page ad in commemorative program booklet Company logo listed in all printed and electronic event materials Acknowledgement in Chair’s remarks

$10,000 Gold Sponsor

• • • • • •

Eight VIP Reception invitations One table of eight with preferred seating at Ball Logo included in event branding including the step and repeat Logo on website with weblink Full page ad in commemorative program booklet Company logo listed in all printed and electronic event materials

Patron Sponsor

VIP Reception Presenting Sponsor with Event Branding

Table Sponsor

• • • • • •

Four VIP Reception invitations One table of eight with preferred seating at Ball Logo included in event branding including the step and repeat Logo on website with weblink Half page ad in commemorative program booklet Company logo listed in all printed and electronic event materials

$3,000

• Four VIP Reception invitations • One table of eight • Half page ad in commemorative booklet

Entertainment Co-Sponsor

Gift Bag Co-Sponsor

Tickets

Ads Community Sponsor

$1,000

• Two tickets to Ball • Listing in commemorative program booklet

• Patron listing in commemorative booklet Event tickets not included.

$8,000 • • • •

Opportunity to give two minute remarks at Reception Four tickets to VIP Reception Four tickets to Ball Full page ad in commemorative program booklet

$5,000

$5,000 Silver Sponsor

$125

• • • •

Special introduction from the stage during introduction of entertainment Four tickets to Ball Four tickets to VIP Reception Full page ad in commemorative program booklet

$2,500

• Logo listed on gift bags • Include one promotional item in each bag • Two tickets to Ball

LEGACY BALL TICKETS • Tables of eight: $2,000 • Half Page: $500 • Individual Tickets: $250 COMMEMORATIVE PROGRAM BOOK ADS • Full page: $1000 • Half Page: $500 • Patron Listing: $125

All artwork for the Commemorative Program Book must be received by May 1, 2022 for inclusion in the book. Sizes: full page ad: 8 ½” H x 11” W and half page ad 5 ½” H x 8 ½” W. Ad specifications: 300 dpi, CMYK, as a .pdf or .jpeg format. Email completed ad to marketing@rhboyd.com.

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