134th Congress of Correction: Chicago, Illinois * July 31-August 5, 2004.J. C. WATTS Julius Caesar "J.C." Watts (born November 18, 1957) is an American conservative Republican politician, CNN political contributor, former Representative from Oklahoma in the U.S. Congress, and former professional Canadian football player. Opening Session Keynote Speaker Monday, August 2, 2004 * 8:15 a.m.-10:00 a.m. J.C. Watts, former U.S. Congressman and football hero, will be the keynote speaker at the American Correctional Association's 134th Congress of Correction Opening Session. This charismatic American icon will deliver a powerful, inspiring address to hundreds of attendees striving to reach their career goals. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Chicago, Illinois, "the Windy City," will serve as host to the American Correctional Association's 134th Congress of Correction, July 31-August 5, 2004, at the Navy Pier Chicago. So experience a treasure trove TREASURE TROVE. Found treasure. 2. This name is given to such money or coin, gold, silver, plate, or bullion, which having been hidden or concealed in the earth or other private place, so long that its owner is unknown, has been discovered by accident. of fun activities and social gatherings that will leave you feeling exhilarated ex·hil·a·rate tr.v. ex·hil·a·rat·ed, ex·hil·a·rat·ing, ex·hil·a·rates 1. To cause to feel happily refreshed and energetic; elate: We were exhilarated by the cool, pine-scented air. during this enlightening six-day event. ACA's 134th Congress of Correction will also provide numerous activities, and theme-based social events in the Exhibit Hall that will allow attendees a chance to meet and interact in a friendly environment, while they search for the latest in products and services available that will aid them in their daily responsibilities and enhance their career. Mr. Watts was born the fifth of six children to Buddy and Helen Watts on November 18, 1957 in Eufaula, Oklahoma. He graduated from Eufaula High School in 1976 and attended the University of Oklahoma University of Oklahoma, abbreviated OU, is a coeducational public research university located in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Founded in 1890, it existed in Oklahoma Territory near Indian Territory 17 years before the two became the state of Oklahoma. until his graduation in 1981 with a B.A. in journalism. While at the University of Oklahoma, Mr. Watts was quarterback for the Sooners, leading them to two consecutive Big Eight Championships and Orange Bowl victories. He was voted the Most Valuable Player in the 1980 and 1981 Orange Bowl wins over Florida State. From 1981 to 1986, he started for Ottawa and Toronto in the Canadian Football League Canadian Football League (CFL) Major Canadian professional gridiron football organization, formed in 1958. The league's Western Conference includes teams from Edmonton, Calgary, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Winnipeg; its Eastern Conference comprises teams from and was voted the Most Valuable Player of the Grey Cup, the CFL's Super Bowl, his rookie season. He was inducted into the Orange Ball Hall of Honor in 1992. In 1990, Mr. Watts was elected to the Oklahoma State Corporation Commission and became chairman before running for Congress in 1994. He was first elected to represent the fourth district of Oklahoma in the United States House of Representatives in November 1994 with 52 percent of the votes. He won reelection re·e·lect also re-e·lect tr.v. re·e·lect·ed, re·e·lect·ing, re·e·lects To elect again. re in 1996 with 58 percent, in 1998 with 62 percent and again in 2000 with 65 percent of the vote. Fellow congressmen quickly recognized the leadership qualities of Watts and elected him to serve as the chairman of the House Republican Conference, the fourth-highest position in the House, in 1998. He was reelected to this leadership position, after running unopposed in 2000. Mr. Watts was commended for his efforts in Congress with numerous community awards, including the 1996 Junior Chamber of Commerce's Ten Outstanding Young Americans Award; the Jefferson Award for promoting economic prosperity and free enterprise; the Christian Coalition's Friend of the Family Award; the YMCA's Strong Kids, Strong Families, Strong Communities plaque; the 60 Plus Association's Guardian and Benjamin Franklin awards and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Spirit of Enterprise Award. During the Opening Session, Mr. Watts will show attendees that no matter what their particular situation, they too can be a leader. Replete with anecdotes and personal stories, Mr. Watts' powerful message of self-determination and teamwork will take attendees to the next level of awareness. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Thank You The Geo Group, Inc. and Correctional Services Corporation for Bringing I.C. Watts to Chicago THE GEO GROUP, INC. One Park Place 621 NW 53rd Street, Suite 700 Boca Raton, FL 33487 (800) 666-5640 (561) 893-0101 Fax: (561) 999-7747 Web Site: www.thegeogroupinc.com E-mail: North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. Services: northamerican@thegeogroupinc.com International Services: international@thegeogroupinc.com Mental Health Services health services Managed care The benefits covered under a health contract and Special Needs: health@thegeogroupinc.com Contacts: Cloid Shuler, Vice President, Business Development Dale Frick, Vice President, Mental Health Services Ron Maddux, Vice President, Project Development Ron Champion, Vice President, International Services The GEO Group, Inc., having Global Expertise in Outsourcing, is the leader in providing diversified services to government agencies around the world. Formerly operating as Wackenhut Corrections Corporation (WCC WCC n abbr (= World Council of Churches) → COE m (Conseil œcuménique des Églises) WCC n abbr (= World Council of Churches) → Weltkirchenrat m ), The GEO Group, Inc. is a world leader in the delivery of correctional and detention management, medical and mental health rehabilitation services and other diversified services to federal, state and local government agencies around the globe. We currently have more than 9,000 skilled employees. Corporate staff includes experts in prison design, financing, legal and contract compliance, general administration, security, health services, human resources, information systems, basic education, vocational training, counseling, substance abuse treatment, mental health services and special needs populations, food service, facilities maintenance, and procurement. Our world headquarters office is located in the United States in Boca Raton, Florida Boca Raton ("bōkə rə-tōn") is a city in Palm Beach County, Florida incorporated in May 1925. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 74,764; the 2006 population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau was 86,396. . We also have regional offices in Carlsbad, California; New Braunfels, Texas New Braunfels (pronounced "Brawnfells") is a city in Texas in the United States. Braunfels means "brown rock" in German; the city is named for Braunfels, in Germany. In 2000, its population was 36,494, while in 2005 the U.S. ; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida Palm Beach Gardens is a city in Palm Beach County in the U.S. state of Florida. The city is in the center of a rapidly-developing area north of West Palm Beach in the northern part of the county and the South Florida metropolitan area. . Our international offices are located in Sydney, Australia; and Johannesburg, South Africa. Our stock is currently listed on the New York Stock Exchange New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) World's largest marketplace for securities. The exchange began as an informal meeting of 24 men in 1792 on what is now Wall Street in New York City. under ticker symbol Ticker Symbol An arrangement of characters (usually letters) representing a particular security listed on an exchange or otherwise traded publicly. When a company issues securities to the public marketplace, it selects an available ticker symbol for its securities which investors GGI GGI General Graphics Interface GGI Goldense Group, Inc. (Needham, MA) GGI Guilty Gear Isuka (game) GGI Gold’s Gym International GGI GPS Geoscience Instrument . Be sure to visit with The GEO Group's representatives at booths 1511 and 1513. CORRECTIONAL SERVICES CORPORATION (CSC) YOUTH SERVICES INTERNATIONAL (YSI YSI Yousendit (File Transfer Website) YSI Youth Science Institute YSI You Stupid Idiot ) 1819 Main Street, Suite 1000 Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 953-9199 Fax: (941) 953-9198 Contacts: Woodie wood·ie n. Variant of woody. Harper, Sr. V.P, Government Relations, e-mail: wwharperfl@aol.com Robert Matthews, Sr. V.P., Adult Division, e-mail: rmatthews@correctionalservices.com Jesse Williams, Sr. V.P., Juvenile Division, e-mail: jwilliams@correctionalservices.com Correctional Services Corporation and its wholly owned subsidiary Wholly Owned Subsidiary A subsidiary whose parent company owns 100% of its common stock. Notes: In other words, the parent company owns the company outright and there are no minority owners. Youth Services International bring together the knowledge and experience of nationally recognized professionals to provide innovative and successful programming for both adult and juvenile offenders. CSC/YSI offers a core of standard programs that are grounded in sound research, theory and practice as well as a full range of specialized treatment programs such as: Sex Offenders (Male and Female) * Drug and Alcohol Dependent Populations * Gender Specific Programs CSC/YSI has tailored programs to be provided in a variety of settings including: Jails * Detention Centers * Correctional Facilities * Day Treatment Programs * Community Corrections Programs CSC/YSI also has a proven track record for providing design, construction and financial expertise to deliver new facilities on time and within budget. CSC/YSI's demonstrated expertise in obtaining sound and innovative financing for new correctional facilities has produced significant cost savings for numerous federal, state and local correctional agencies. Please stop by and visit with CSC/YSI representatives at booths 1701 and 1703. |
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