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2026-2027 Nominating Information

2026-2027 Nominating Information and Leadership Opportunities

NALP values and supports fairness, equal opportunity, and the elimination of bias in principle and practice.  Our volunteer leaders are individuals who represent a broad range of identities, backgrounds, and experiences, and who strengthen our mission and service to members.  The Association does not tolerate discrimination or harassment and is committed to ensuring that there are no barriers to full participation on the basis of legally protected characteristics, including but not limited to sex, actual or perceived gender, age, race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, family responsibilities, marital, domestic partner, civil union, military, or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law..


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I WANT TO NOMINATE SOMEONE

Step 1: Consider the Options

  • Positions available in 2026-2027 include President-Elect, Vice-President for Finance, Directors, Regional Representatives, Nominating Committee Members and/or Conference Planning Coordinators.
  • Learn more about the available positions here.

  • Watch a short video with an overview of the NALP governance structure and volunteer leadership opportunities here.

Step 2: Complete the nomination form

Step 3: Meet the deadline

  • The deadline to submit nominations is Monday, November 16, 2026.

Step 4: Support your nominee(s)

  • Reach out to the people you nominated and encourage them to accept their nomination.


Questions? Contact a member of the Nominating Committee here.



I'VE BEEN NOMINATED — WHAT DO I DO NEXT?

Step 1: Congratulations! 

  • Take a minute to recognize the leadership potential that your colleagues see in you or that you see in yourself!

Step 2: Consider the Options

  • Positions available in 2026-2027 include President-Elect, Vice-President for Finance, Directors, Regional Representatives, Nominating Committee Members and/or Conference Planning Coordinators.

  • Watch a short video with an overview of the NALP governance structure and volunteer leadership opportunities here.

  • Attend the Webinar:  Pathways to NALP Leadership: An Overview of the Nominating Process on Thursday, October 29 at 3:00 pm ET and learn how you can become engaged in NALP professional development and leadership opportunities. Register here. (The Webinar will be recorded and available here after October 29.)


Step 3: Prepare

  • Review what you need to submit well in advance of the deadline — some of the items may take some thought to prepare. 

Step 4: Complete the Application Requirements

Step 5: Meet the Deadline

  • Deadline to complete the on-line application and submit your materials is Monday, January 4, 2027.


Questions? Contact a member of the Nominating Committee here.


LEARN ABOUT AVAILABLE POSITIONS

Click on the positions below to read complete position descriptions, details, qualifications and requirements for each position; review FAQs about the nominating process; and connect with NALP members who have previously served in these positions.

President Elect/President/Immediate Past President
Vice President for Finance
Director
Regional Representative
Nominating Committee Member
Conference Planning Coordinator

View all position descriptions as a PDF here

Get a behind the scenes look at NALP's Board of Directors through the new NALP Leaders in the Limelight series here. 


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