Chapter Leaders

Academy

Academy is a customized program for Chapter Leaders to strengthen chapter operations, increase member engagement, and elevate member services.

Elevate Your Chapter Leadership

What Do You Want to Accomplish in Your Year of Chapter Leadership?

Bring your ambitions and your chapter’s goals for 2025 to the Chapter Academy and gain invaluable support from your peers. Whether you're looking to boost member engagement or streamline chapter operations, this academy is designed to help you succeed.

Chapter leaders have shared their biggest challenges with us: getting members to show up and volunteer and managing chapter operations with less friction and more enjoyment. If this resonates with you, then investing your time in our 4-month learning journey, The Chapter Academy, is a must.

In Tucson Experience:

Personalized 1-on-1 Sessions: Gain tailored insights from fellow leaders to address your unique challenges.

Collaborative Problem-Solving: Participate in three rounds of small-group discussions to find solutions to common issues.

Innovative Idea Generation: Get inspired by real chapter stories shared by your peers, sparking new ideas for your chapter.

Chapter Brag Wall: Showcase your successes and inspire others with your achievements.

Network Expansion: Connect with experts in chapter management and leadership, broadening your professional network.

Peer-Led Sessions: Learn from success stories and best practices shared by fellow chapter leaders.

Team Activities and Networking: Enjoy activities designed to help you unwind and connect with other leaders.

Joint Sessions: Engage in full participation sessions with emerging and seasoned leaders, enhancing your leadership skills for your job, volunteer roles, and beyond.

Registration Opens
October 8, 2025

$0
First Chapter Leader

$1,165
2nd Chapter Leader

Registration and Hotel are free for the first registrant. Travel costs are at the expense of the participant

Contact Hours
30

Peggy M. Hoffman, FASAE, CAE
Facilitator
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Attending Chapter Academy through NIGP was an invaluable experience that provided me with the knowledge, tools, and connections needed to strengthen our chapter. The sessions were insightful, offering practical strategies for leadership, member engagement, and chapter growth. Networking with fellow procurement professionals and learning from experienced mentors helped me gain fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to take back to my chapter. If you’re looking to enhance your leadership skills and make a real impact in your NIGP chapter, I highly recommend attending Chapter Academy!

- Allison Plants, WVNIGP
Chapter Academy is the perfect opportunity to meet with fellow chapter leaders to gain insights on their chapter operations, membership engagement, professional development, and fun, innovative ideas. If you have never been before, you're new to your board, or you just became President, this is the chance to learn a lot and bring all that knowledge back to your chapter.

- Robyn Swaney, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, Idaho Public Purchasing Association
Attending Chapter Academy was an incredible experience that exceeded my expectations. I made valuable connections, gained insights into enhancing my chapter through engagement and social media growth, and learned how to excel in my role. Chapter Academy isn’t just a great idea—it’s essential for becoming a strong and effective leader. If you have the opportunity to attend, don’t hesitate. It’s a game-changer.

- Gabriella Di Piazza, Tampa Bay Area Chapter

Attending Chapter Academy through NIGP was an invaluable experience that provided me with the knowledge, tools, and connections needed to strengthen our chapter. The sessions were insightful, offering practical strategies for leadership, member engagement, and chapter growth. Networking with fellow procurement professionals and learning from experienced mentors helped me gain fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to take back to my chapter. If you’re looking to enhance your leadership skills and make a real impact in your NIGP chapter, I highly recommend attending Chapter Academy!

- Allison Plants, WVNIGP
Chapter Academy is the perfect opportunity to meet with fellow chapter leaders to gain insights on their chapter operations, membership engagement, professional development, and fun, innovative ideas. If you have never been before, you're new to your board, or you just became President, this is the chance to learn a lot and bring all that knowledge back to your chapter.

- Robyn Swaney, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, Idaho Public Purchasing Association
Attending Chapter Academy was an incredible experience that exceeded my expectations. I made valuable connections, gained insights into enhancing my chapter through engagement and social media growth, and learned how to excel in my role. Chapter Academy isn’t just a great idea—it’s essential for becoming a strong and effective leader. If you have the opportunity to attend, don’t hesitate. It’s a game-changer.

- Gabriella Di Piazza, Tampa Bay Area Chapter

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