Leaders Blog

Protectors, Powered by NAIFA is an extraordinary new professional learning opportunity for the producers, carriers, wholesalers, capital, and platforms shaping the future of income and financial security. Focusing on life and annuity solutions, the event will be at the Venetian in Las Vegas November 9 through 11.

NAIFA has created a toolkit of resources to help chapter leaders encourage members to attend and take advantage of the Protectors Pass, which provides complimentary admission to Protectors, Powered by NAIFA. The toolkit includes professionally designed social media graphics, customizable social media text, and sample email messaging. Please spread the word about Protectors.

Great leadership can transform careers, strengthen organizations, and inspire people to accomplish more than they believed possible. The August edition of NAIFA Live will bring together experienced leaders to share the lessons they have earned while navigating challenges, embracing change, and helping others succeed.

Join us for the next State of NAIFA webinar and hear directly from NAIFA's leadership about the latest developments across your association.

The summer congressional recess is right around the corner and NAIFA members will be once again meeting with lawmakers in their local districts. How will your state be represented? We urge you, as a chapter leader, to join our efforts to set up In The District meetings and encourage members in your state to participate. Complete the NAIFA in the Districts chapter leaders pledge form today. There is also a form for NAIFA members to sign up to participate.

Do you know a NAIFA member who exemplifies leadership, professionalism, and service to the industry? Now is the time to recognize them.

To strengthen NAIFA's governance structure, on May 17, 2026, the NAIFA Board of Trustees adopted amendments to the NAIFA Bylaws. The amendments include term limits for NAIFA Board and Governance Committee positions and a one-year extension of the Board appointments for FSP and Life Happens.

Home equity is often one of the largest assets clients hold in retirement, yet it is frequently overlooked in the planning process. For clients age 55 and older, housing wealth can help strengthen retirement income strategies, improve liquidity, and address risks tied to longevity, healthcare costs, and market volatility.

NAIFA’s Congressional Conference is just around the corner, and we look forward to seeing our leaders! In the meantime, there are two new things you can mention in your conversations with members about the conference: a new Social Media Toolkit and an exciting July 4 sweepstakes.

As a NAIFA leader, you have probably attended a past Congressional Conference. You're probably also registered to attend this year (If not, you can fix that right now!). But even if you have attended before and even if you are already registered, it's important for you to know that Congressional Conference first-timer travel/accommodations stipends of $500 still remain. NAIFA members who meet eligibility requirements and who have never attended the Congressional Conference are eligible. Please, spread the word among members in your chapter. This is a great way to get someone who is hesitant about participating in NAIFA advocacy involved. The greater our numbers, the more influence we have on Capitol Hill.

All NAIFA leaders should plan to attend the Q2 State of NAIFA webinar on April 15 at 12 noon eastern. NAIFA President Christopher Gandy will provide an update on the NAIFA Experience and what we are doing to ensure members stay engaged and convince those who have not yet joined that NAIFA is an experience they cannot afford to miss. CEO Kevin Mayeux will brief attendees on our execution of the NAIFA 2030 Strategic Plan and Senior Vice President Diane Boyle will provide a policy briefing focused on developments in Washington, D.C., and state capitals around the country.