Each year, state associations are required to submit their annual plans of action which outline the initiative(s) the state association will undertake related to the Areas of Focus of the SNA Strategic Plan. 

This form must be completed and submitted by November 1, 2024. This form informs SNA of the state's activities and is a required submission for the State President to be eligible for the President’s Award Service later this year. 

Are you a SNA State Association or State Agency interested in holding an in person or virtual training session(s) on SNF’s LEAD to succeed Communications or Leadership Series? We are currently offering trainings in 1 hour, 2 hour, 3 hours, and 4-hour increments. Titles and descriptions of each of our training sessions will be provided in the form. If you are looking to request training for multiple conferences or meetings please submit a separate request for each one.
If you are interested in holding trainings please provide the requested information so we can know how to best help you carry them out. Please submit training requests at least 8 weeks in advance to allow SNF enough time to match you with a trainer.

--- Please note you have until 4/20/25 to request a LEAD training that is taking place before 5/20/25. 

Background
The SNA National Leadership Conference (NLC) purpose is to provide current and future state and national leaders the opportunity to learn critical information about successfully leading a nonprofit association, to network with other leaders from across the country, and to gain new skills to become a more effective and engaging leader.
Location/Dates
April 24-26, 2025
Columbus, Ohio
Audience
On average, the conference attracts 250 attendees from across the United States which include State Presidents-elect, Vice Presidents, State Executives, Treasurers, Legislative Chairs, Future Leaders, SNA Board Members, SNA committee members, and more.

What is the Future Leaders Program?
The SNA Future Leaders Program provides an in-depth leadership experience for future leaders of the School Nutrition Association at SNA’s 2025 National Leadership Conference.
What are the benefits of participating?
Future Leaders are given the opportunity to network with other emerging leaders from across the country, hone their leadership and communication skills, and learn from seasoned SNA leaders and association executives in an interactive learning environment. The cohort will participate in a psychometric assessment to better understand themselves, understand others, and make the most of the relationships that affect them in the workplace.
Who can be nominated?
Each state affiliate may nominate one individual to this program. We encourage state affiliates to take a variety of attributes and the diversity of their membership into account when considering individuals who could be nominated. Nominations will be accepted on a first-come basis and will stay open until the program is full or until the cutoff date of February 14. Nominees MUST be current SNA members who hold, or aspire to, the SNA Certificate or SNS Credential. We will accept names for a waiting list in the event some states choose not to send someone.
Nominees should exhibit the following traits:
· Strong association leadership potential and support of state association/SNA initiatives
· Demonstrated interest in further developing association leadership abilities
· Committed to lifelong learning
· Dedicated to a career in school nutrition
The program is designed for members with leadership potential who are thinking about pursuing leadership opportunities. Individuals who are currently serving on a state board or have formerly held a state board position will not be considered for the program.
How can a Future Leader be nominated?
To nominate a Future Leader, state association leaders must submit:
· SNA Future Leaders Program Nomination Form (due to SNA by February 14, 2025)
· NLC Registration Form and Fee (due to SNA by the NLC 2025 Registration Deadline- preferably by the 2025 NLC Early Bird Registration Deadline)
How much will it cost?
The early bird registration fee for the SNA Future Leaders Program is $585 and includes the cost of the DiSC assessment as well as the registration fee for both the Future Leaders Program and the National Leadership Conference. The registration fee, transportation, and accommodation costs are the responsibility of the state association.