2023 NWF Affiliate Chief Executives Meeting

After a couple years of way too many zoom meetings, we are planning an in-person NWF Affiliate Chief Executives Meeting in January 2023. Rebecca Triche at the Louisiana Wildlife Federation has graciously invited us to meet in New Orleans. This meeting should be a great opportunity to catch up and collaborate with your colleagues from across the country!

When

The meeting will start at 8 AM on January 11, 2023, and conclude at noon on January 12, 2023. Plan to travel/arrive on January 10 and depart after noon on January 12.

Where

The meeting will be take place in New Orleans at the Four Points by Sheraton in the French Quarter.

Travel

You will want to fly into the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).  You can get a cab/rideshare to the French Quarter for about $30.

Hotel

NWF has negotiated a room block for the nights of January 10 and 11 at the Four Points by Sheraton for a rate of $159/night.  Make your reservations here.  (This rate also applies to additional nights before and after the meeting based on room availability.) NWF will provide breakfast and lunch on January 10 and 11; there are no shortage of dinner options in the immediate area.

Funding Assistance

NWF is providing travel grants to affiliate leaders who need help with travel and lodging expenses.  Contact your Director of Conservation Partnerships for details.

Agenda

We are finalizing the agenda for the meeting now.  Here are the highlights and topics-in-progress:

Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Travel day
Optional side meetings
Dinner on your own

Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Morning

Welcome, Introductions
NWF Updates
Priority Issues Strategy Sessions (concurrent discussions on issues like Recovering America’s Wildlife, renewable energy, wildlife connectivity, Farm Bill, others TBD)

Afternoon

Fundraising Skills & Strategy
              Major Donors
              Planned Giving

NWF Vision & Strategic Plan

Evening

Happy Hour hosted by Louisiana Wildlife Federation!
Dinner on your own

Thursday, January 12, 2023

Morning

South Central Regional Programs Update
New ED networking
Board development strategies
2023 possible policy resolution discussions (offshore wind, gun safety)
Strategy sessions around key campaigns/landscapes

Afternoon

Adjourn at noon
Travel home

Optional Afternoon Field Trip: Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes and Culture tour (led by Rebecca Triche)

Questions?  Contact your Director of Conservation Partnerships or Dave Chadwick at or 406-438-6478.