Leaders Blog

The right mentor can help you gain confidence, expand your network and reach your professional goals. Whether you're looking for guidance or ready to share your experience, NAIFA's mentorship program makes it easy to build meaningful mentoring relationships with fellow members.

NAIFA’s Chapter Playbook is the go-to resource for Chapter leaders and staff looking to operate more effectively, engage members, and deliver a stronger member experience. Join Corey Mathews, NAIFA’s Vice President of Membership and Chapter Services, on August 20 at 4 p.m. Eastern for a guided tour of this powerful resource and learn how to leverage its tools, templates, and best practices to support your Chapter’s success.

Strong Chapters start with strong leaders. Join us on September 17 for NAIFA's Empowering Chapter Leaders training and earn your designation as a NAIFA Certified Leadership Board.

New to the Chapter Playbook this week, new PAC resources! These new resources help explain the importance of NAIFA’s PACs to NAIFA’s advocacy efforts and their role in helping you advocate for your profession and clients when making a PAC ask.

NAIFA’s Chapter Playbook is the go-to resource for Chapter leaders and staff looking to operate more effectively, engage members, and deliver a stronger member experience. Join Corey Mathews, NAIFA’s Vice President of Membership and Chapter Services, on August 20 at 4 p.m. Eastern for a guided tour of this powerful resource and learn how to leverage its tools, templates, and best practices to support your Chapter’s success.

New to the Chapter Playbook this week, an updated Guide to NAIFA Chapter Leaders & Executive Engagement Requests! Strong Chapters start with informed leaders. That's why we've updated the Guide to NAIFA Chapter Leaders & Executive Engagement Requests to the Chapter Playbook.

The countdown to one of NAIFA's most important leadership events has begun—registration is now open for the 2026 National Leadership Conference! Join fellow leaders from across the country as we come together to prepare for the year ahead, exchange ideas and strengthen the future of our association.

Every scholarship tells a story of resilience, hope and opportunity. Through the Life Lessons Scholarship Program, NAIFA Chapters have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students who have experienced the loss of a parent or guardian with little or no life insurance. Since 2005, the program has awarded more than $4 million in scholarships, helping students pursue their educational dreams despite significant financial hardship.

New to the Chapter Playbook this week, an Attendee Liability Waiver and Assumption of Risk! Hosting Chapter events comes with important responsibilities—and protecting your Chapter is one of them.

Successful Chapter leaders don't just react—they plan ahead. The NAIFA Leaders Calendar is your go-to resource for staying on top of important deadlines, leadership trainings, webinars, signature events and key Chapter milestones throughout the year. Whether you're scheduling board meetings, planning member programs, or preparing for reporting deadlines, the calendar helps you stay organized and avoid last-minute surprises.