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The February issue of NACS Magazine is a first, as in the first time that we’ve made advocacy the core theme of an issue. We're shining the spotlight on this important area and on some of the people who are doing a great job representing our industry. Discover what it means to be a great advocate in our cover story, "Let Your Voice Be Heard." According to Matthew Durand, VP of corporate affairs at EG America, there are three keys: ·    Tell your story. ·    Do your homework, but don’t be afraid to say “I don’t know.” ·    Understand your coalition and your opponents. The first bullet is easy—it’s your story, after all. The second and third bullets? NACS is here to help, as are the numerous state and local associations in this industry. Read more in this month's issue of NACS Magazine: https://lnkd.in/dAK3uVHX Ben Nussbaum | Leah Ash | Lisa King | Jeff Lenard | Logan Dion | Nancy Pappas | Chrissy Blasinsky | Stephanie Sikorski

Attending #NCANHillDay & meeting with your Members of Congress is an essential first step in forging connections with your elected officials. However, initiating contact through an introductory meeting is just the beginning of a potentially fruitful relationship. https://bit.ly/3TwPrFn

Dive into our latest blog post: "Unlocking Success: The Importance of an Association Management Company for Your Association" In the fast-paced world of business, managing an association requires a strategic approach. Associations are vital hubs for networking, professional development, and advocacy. However, the administrative tasks can be overwhelming, diverting focus from crucial goals. Discover how an Association Management Company can be your ally in navigating these challenges! https://bit.ly/49YKfRH

🟢🟥🔶🟣🟨🔷Have you signed up for the Neurodiversity Celebration Week ?🔷🟨🟣🔶🟥🟢 Lots of free informative sessions plus our Chair of Trustees, Vicki Lamb is on the Panel: 👉Neurodiversity for parents and carers👈 Some of the topics covered include: Being inclusive of neurodiverse children Understanding potential challenges and barriers in education Diagnosis and navigating the healthcare system Communicating with teachers and clinicians Why neurodiverse parenting maybe different Acceptance and advocacy https://lnkd.in/eUbnBNYT

One of the most important things that our industry MUST do is lobby for ourselves. We need to tell our story to lawmakers so they can learn Our Why. There are over 20 bills this session which directly threaten or impact our ability to do our work. We show up to educate and encourage legislators to understand what is title insurance, why it is important, and why it is important to protect it. #talesfromtheunderwritingdesk #titleinsurance #FLTALobbyDays2024

Want to understand how the California state budget can support urbanism and help create walkable communities with abundant housing? See you on Dec 13 at our interactive lunch & learn with Meredith Alexander and Allyson Chan!

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Ready to Further Your Association's Vision and Drive Meaningful Impact? Join us for a FREE webinar on April 9th at 12 PM EST! Led by our own executive leadership and federal and state policy experts Neil Gottlieb and Christopher Krueger and association industry leaders, including American Medical Rehabilitation Providers Association's Kate Abramson Beller, and Calorie Control Council's Carla Saunders, MBA, we'll share proven strategies to: - Master Legislative Advocacy in an Election Year: Gain insights on the outlook for key legislation impacting your industry and develop strategies to effectively advocate for your association's agenda. - Amplify Your Voice and Shape Policy: Learn proven communication tactics to cut through the noise of an election cycle and ensure your association's message resonates with policymakers. - Get actionable tips on how to address the specific challenges facing your association and develop a roadmap to achieve your goals in today's dynamic environment. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eyt7ZAw4

Moseying down to Austin for The Advocacy Conference? Couple things to note: 1) Heads-up for details on the Speak4 Speakeasy. Back by popular demand. 2) I’ll be posting some trusty lessons I’ve learned about ATX over the next few days. Topics will include: - Activites worth activating - Best thing I ever ate - Places to not be seen HOT TIP #1: The further EAST you venture on 6th Street, the weirder it gets. Use the buddy system. 3) Here are some #Advocacy24 speakers that always bring the knowledge: - Jessica Cooper - Where to start when your database is a mess - Cristina Minasian Nurnberger - GOTV and voter registration campaigns - Dustin Perchal, MPS - Effective non-political advocacy programs - Bradford Fitch - Advocacy with congress in a post-pandemic world - Chris Perkins - Navigating the shifting landscape of the 2024 election - Kate Tremont - Lessons learned from advocating for Ukraine - Cody Lyon - Aligning your lobbying, communications, and grassroots efforts theadvocacyconference.com