A message from the President..

I attended my first conference in July, 2015, in Buffalo, New York, where I prepared to receive my PSP certificate. Since then, I have taken on various roles on the NAEOP board gaining leadership experience and additional skills. The conferences offer networking and professional development opportunities, making for an informative annual event. I have participated every year since my initial conference.

My 2025-26 theme is “Discover the World of NAEOP.” Focused on discovery, learning, and leadership. It’s also about….

• Highlighting the wide range of opportunities, support, and connections NAEOP offers.

• Helping members realize what’s possible within NAEOP.

• Emphasizing NAEOP fosters professional growth, purpose and belonging.

• Encouraging exploration of learning and leadership pathways at NAEOP.

• Revealing layers of support and advancement available to members.

• Promoting committee involvement and leadership roles, as I experienced myself.

Thank you for your trust. I am grateful for the opportunity. Our community is more than just a workplace; it’s a supportive network built on shared purpose. As we enter 2025-26 together, let’s strengthen our connections and continue to grow together.

If you’d like to get involved with NAEOP, you can join one of our committees listed below:

• Advisory and Affiliations – Cathy McHenry, CEOE – Northeast Area Director

• Awards and Scholarships – Marybeth Gawrys, CEOE – Southeast Area Director

• Bylaws – Mary Guest, CEOE – Parliamentarian

• Marketing – Jason Wynia, CESE, and Kelly Oveson

• Membership – Christina Franklin, CEOE – Vice President

• Professional Development – Marie Freeman, CEOE - President Elect

• PSP Liaison – Bonnie J. Miller, CEOE

• Public Relations – Cathy McHenry, CEOE – Northeast Area Director

• The Executive Committee will be working on Long Range Planning.

To sign up for a committee, click here: https://www.naeop.org/naeop-standing-committees

Most committee work is conducted virtually, making it easy to contribute.

Join us in Portland, Oregon, for the 92nd Annual Conference from July 12-15, 2026. Planning for professional development and networking opportunities is underway.

The Board and I look forward to another successful year as we Discover the World of NAEOP.

Kindly,

Jackie Flood, CEOE

2025-26 NAEOP President