Leaders Blog

NAIFA members now have a new way to represent their profession with the launch of the NAIFA Store. The online store features a variety of NAIFA-branded merchandise designed for financial professionals who want to show their pride in the association and the work they do every day.

Headed to Congressional Conference? Join us one day early for a live, one-day SkillSet powered by Trustworthy Selling® experience, taking place Sunday, May 17 from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at NAIFA Headquarters in Arlington, VA, prior to Congressional Conference.

New to the Chapter Playbook this week, NAIFA's Building a Successful Membership Program webinar recording! The webinar covers:

The 2025-2026 State of Advocacy report details the achievements in 2025 and outlines what lies ahead in 2026. You can click here to view the report online or download! Additionally, the 2025 State Wins and 2025 Federal Wins are available for download. 

If not, then join NAIFA's Chapter Management Director, Tom Ashley, on March 19! The NAIFA Certified Leadership Board designation is awarded to NAIFA Chapters upon completion of a live presentation of NAIFA’s 90-minute training program entitled “Empowering Chapter Leaders” by the President, President-Elect, and at least 80% of the Chapter’s Board.

New to the Chapter Playbook this week, the 2026 Business Implementation Plan! The plan centers on three pillars: Strength, Impact and Awareness.

The NAIFA Certified Leadership Board designation is awarded to NAIFA Chapters upon completion of a live presentation of NAIFA’s 90-minute training program entitled “Empowering Chapter Leaders” by the President, President-Elect, and at least 80% of the Chapter’s Board.

Great Chapters are built by prepared leaders. NAIFA’s Blueprint Chapter Leadership Training equips Chapter leaders with the tools, clarity, and confidence needed to lead effectively and create long-term success.

The Paul Mills Scholarship program dates back to 1984 and was named in honor of the gentleman who served as the Society of FSP’s second executive vice president. From 1984 through 2012, Paul Mills Scholarships were awarded to FSP members in recognition of their service and to encourage the pursuit of lifelong professional education.

Join us on February 26 @ 4 p.m. Eastern to learn how! Back by popular demand, Corey Mathews, Vice President of Membership and Chapter Services, will be conducting our Q1 training webinar - “Building a Successful Membership Program.” After the webinar, resources will be posted in the Chapter Playbook for Chapters to reference.