Check out some of the highlights from this year's agenda

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State Solutions. National Impact.
September 19-22, 2022 • Atlanta, GA
Dear John,

I am pleased to announce that registration for SPN's 30th Annual Meeting ([link removed]) is now open to the public! To save your seat in Atlanta, GA, simply click the button below and begin your registration.

Sign up before the early bird deadline on June 30 to take advantage of discounted rates.
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Don't forget to forward this email to your colleagues and coalition partners so they can take advantage of all that SPN's Annual Meeting has to offer this year.


** Agenda Highlights: Learn from Recent Victories, Prepare for the Future
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With a DC political class that’s increasingly out of touch with our communities, all eyes are on the states for solutions to our post-pandemic challenges. This year’s agenda is designed to help you rise to the occasion. From policy trends to professional training to networking, there’s something for everyone—and more options are being added every week.

Here are a few highlights to preview the exciting range of topics ([link removed]) we’re covering this year.

Exploring Ideas and Trends for the Future of State Solutions
* Be inspired by the Network’s biggest wins and influential leaders at A Celebration of Success: Annual Awards Dinner and Presentation.
* Find out how states can tackle healthcare costs and quality at Fixing Our Healthcare System: Solutions to Give Patients Better Pricing Information.
* What do we need to know to thrive in a world that has suddenly changed? Purpose-driven leadership expert Ron Tite ([link removed]) will teach us in his keynote session: Prioritizing Growth to Go from Recovery to Reinvention. (Sponsored by Walton Family Foundation)

Organizational Strategies & Professional Skill-Building
* Learn how to increase community engagement and boost your impact at Three Lessons from Empower Mississippi’s Community Listening Sessions.
* At Top Tips for Building a Robust Donor Prospecting Program, experts share how to ensure long-term revenue growth.
* How can you balance focused execution with the need for fluidity in the policymaking environment? Attend How to Set Organizational Goals and Sync Up Your Team to find out.

The Fun Side of Networking
* Meet ups, lawn games, live music, exhibitor giveaways, networking, and more make the Connections Lounge the best place to be in between sessions.
* State Night: After Hours at the Georgia Aquarium offers an amazing, exclusive evening at the world's largest aquarium complete with delicious bites and sips offered by Wolfgang Puck.

View the Full Agenda ([link removed])


** Travel Planning: What to Consider
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As you're making plans and blocking off time on your calendar, here are a few opportunities to keep in mind.
Pre-conference Sessions
The pre-conference sessions ([link removed] ) on Monday, September 19, are a unique chance to delve into the background knowledge and practical strategies your organization needs to engage in timely policy issues.
* Tech_States 2022 sponsored by Center for Growth and Opportunity at Utah State University
* Winning Strategies for State Regulatory Reform sponsored by Mercatus Center and Pacific Legal Foundation

If you're interested, make sure to book your hotel and travel to arrive in time to join on Monday morning.

Reasons to Arrive Early
Want to make the most of your time in Atlanta or catch a home game with the 2021 World Series champs, the Atlanta Braves? Consider arriving early and taking advantage of SPN's special Annual Meeting room rates ([link removed]) . SPN's room block is available Saturday, September 17 - Thursday, September 22.
I look forward to welcoming you to Atlanta!

Julie
Julie Burden | Senior Director of Special Projects and Events

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