October 2020 Message from the President, Susie Hayman

Dear NAPO members,

NAPO 2021 is all about Connections — Meaningful. Intentional. Lasting.

The schedule for the NAPO2021 Annual Conference is unique and a one-of-a-kind virtual experience is now available, and registration is now open!

Our Conference Program Committee, under the leadership of Kate Martin, has created a not-to-be-missed experience, including an exciting opening program, unlike any other. 

  • Take a special look inside NAPO and see what the future has in store for our industry. 
  • Get inspired by segments highlighting never before seen products, insights, polls, conference-only connections, and trends from leaders in our trade. 
  • Experience the can’t miss elements of the conference that you will only get to experience during NAPO2021!

In addition to a wide range of concurrent sessions, there will be mini-coaching and mentoring sessions, a general session, our annual meeting, and lots of time for virtual networking. And, then there’s the President’s Reception — an evening of camaraderie to celebrate us! Plans for this year’s President’s Reception are in the works. Just because we are virtual doesn’t mean we can’t have fun – dancing included! So, watch for more details on this event.

NAPO2021 will be my 15th conference! I attended my first one in Boston and haven’t looked back. I’ve experienced it on so many different levels, from an attendee to a speaker, to a leader. There’s nothing like networking with my colleagues and friends and learning from the experts. The connections I’ve made, the lessons I’ve learned, and the skills I’ve gained have all impacted me both personally and professionally. The Annual Conference made me want to be a national leader, and being a national leader has made me want to be a better leader.

Annual Conference is more affordable than ever this year, and NAPO2021 is the conference that you don’t want to miss. The program is going to be spectacular, the attendees and speakers engaging, and the vibe NAPOtized! Early Bird member registration of $399 is available through January 19, 2021, and a split payment 50% down option is available until January 11.

If you are contemplating attending NAPO2021 as a first-timer, don’t overthink it. The only regret you may have is not attending, and there’s a special session, designed with you in mind.

If you have been attending the NAPO Conference as long as I have or longer, I’d love to hear from you about what makes your conference experience unique, uplifting, invigorating, or special. What makes you keep coming back, no matter whether in-person or virtual?

Be a part of something truly extraordinary – #NAPO2021. I’m hoping to “see” all of you April 20-23, 2021! 

Warm regards,

Susie Hayman

Susie Hayman, NAPO President

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