NAPT Executive Director and CEO
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Every year, I am convinced that time is moving faster and faster! It feels like we just wrapped up the holiday season, and now we’re already approaching the end of the first quarter of 2025! Perhaps warp speed is indeed a reality and not just a concept from Star Trek! Nevertheless, as the days fly by, it’s important to pause and reflect on the accomplishments we’ve achieved together.
In a member survey conducted last year, many of you kindly shared your feedback with us. Your insights have been invaluable in shaping our priorities and guiding us toward meaningful improvements. We deeply appreciate the time you took to share your thoughts, and we are committed to turning your suggestions into action.
We are making rapid progress on several fronts! Our annual conference, ACTS 25, set for October 31 to November 4, is currently in the works. We are in the process of securing top-notch speakers, engaging workshops, and exciting activities for our members. Grand Rapids is sure to be fantastic! Additionally, we are enhancing our membership programs, exploring affiliate opportunities, and collaborating with our Business Partners. Our Professional Development offerings are being reviewed and refreshed! We’re also updating our certification programs, so stay tuned for more information coming soon!
Our commitment remains to be a reliable partner with our state affiliates while supporting local programming and training initiatives. We will keep updating our professional development offerings and enhancing our certifications!
I am very grateful that so many of you share your triumphs and challenges with me. After nearly three years at NAPT, I remain in constant admiration of our members and leaders! I can genuinely say that you are remarkable professionals with big hearts and vast knowledge. It is truly an honor to work for and alongside you!
With love, respect, and a knowing nod,
Molly