August 30 – September 2, 2021 • Orlando, FL

Dear John,

You no longer have to just take our word for it when we say the lineup at SPN's 29th Annual Meeting is going to be timely, inspiring, and motivating. The SPN Annual Meeting agenda is now available online.

Today, I want to share with you  an exclusive first look at some of the highlights of the 2021 agenda. 


Collaborate at These Pre-conference Offerings

Arrive in Orlando early to take advantage of these opportunities to connect with and learn from Network partners on August 30.
Tech_States: 2021
Join this state-level policy discussion of everything tech—from data privacy to censorship to the future of work. This interactive session will provide tools and strategies to develop tech policy expertise within your research centers.
Sponsored by Center for Growth and Opportunity at Utah State University
The Future of Certificate-of-Need Laws Across America
Researchers, litigators, reformers, and victims will help you explore the future of Certificate-of-Need (CON) laws in the states and identify opportunities for further reforms.
Sponsored by Pacific Legal Foundation and Mercatus Center at George Mason University 
The Roadmap to State Tax and Budget Reform You've Been Waiting For
Get set up for successful state-level tax policy reforms by examining the best trends, the policies that are working (and the ones that are not), and budget reforms that go hand-in-hand with taxes and spending. 
Sponsored by Tax Education Foundation and ALEC

Enjoy Local Hospitality

Opening Reception: Welcome to the Sunshine State
SPN Annual Meeting officially kicks off with the opportunity to unwind and enjoy some of Florida’s very best music, food, and drink, as well as the chance to meet and pet some animals from the state. Thank you to The James Madison Institute for hosting this time for the Network to connect!
Night Out: Choose Your Own Adventure
Join your fellow attendees for a night out in Orlando. On Tuesday night SPN is hosting transportation to two fun locations—Disney Springs or Universal CityWalk Orlando.

Learn Trends for Post-Pandemic Recovery and Reforms

Lessons from Lockdown: It’s Time for States to Reform Emergency Powers
The past year has shown the need to permanently reform emergency powers. Hear from state policy leaders and litigators working to return power to state legislatures and get ideas for specific strategies and tactics to deploy in your state.
Sponsored by Pacific Legal Foundation
Make Healthcare Freedom Permanent: Continuing Deregulation in Telemedicine, Licensing, and More
Explore how states can build on the healthcare victories during the pandemic and make the case for permanent deregulations that will increase patient access and quality of care.
How States Are Driving Pandemic Recovery
In 2021, state legislatures introduced multiple policy reform bills covering a range of solutions. Hear experts share what it took to achieve these reforms in their states, and find what your state can do next to ensure communities and families thrive.

Invest in Personal and Professional Development

Communication, Collaboration, and Postponing Judgment
How can improv strengthen team communication and collaboration? Business Improv® will offer a high-energy and interactive presentation that demonstrates the tenets of improvisation and how they link to business in an incredibly entertaining and thought-provoking way.
Ultimate Guide to High-Dollar Prospecting
Where are all the donor prospects hiding? Learn the top “must haves” that every organization needs to increase its major donor base and get answers to the greatest challenges facing nonprofit fundraisers.

Anticipate Future Opportunities

What’s Next for American Cities? Policy Opportunities and Trends to Watch
Join the discussion of policy reform opportunities for America’s largest cities and access a framework for tackling them whether you're an individual think tank or part of a larger, coordinated campaign.
Sponsored by Better Cities
Boost Your State's Economic Recovery with a Regulatory Sandbox
Learn how a new legal model some states have adopted can help your state attract innovation, boost entrepreneurship, and cut red tape.
Education Pods: A One-Year Fad or a New Normal?
What are the policy implications for states if the learning pod trend continues? Get data on the rise of pods, polling on pod trends, and explore successful legislation states can adopt to protect pod learning.
Preparing for 2022 Ballot Measures
Discover how state groups can anticipate ballot measures that may surface in the near future and explore best practices for bringing a measure to the ballot and defending against one.
See the Full Agenda

Three Dates to Know

Ready to secure your spot?  Simply click the button below to begin. The early bird deadline for discounted registration is June 15.
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I look forward to welcoming you to Orlando, FL, later this year!

Julie

Julie Burden | Senior Director of Special Projects and Events
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