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To Attract Feds to Events, Conferences Are Becoming Luncheons

Associations Now

AFCEA International, for example, has launched shorter formats to adapt to federal conference spending cuts. Two of the counts are directly related to the conference; the others involve personal trips, including one between Guam and Saipan, for which he allegedly charged the government. The Pressure’s Still On.

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NASBP’s Legislative Efforts ‘Bond’ Education With Action to Influence Policy

Association Adviser

NASBP member firms assist businesses of all sizes to qualify for surety bonds that guarantee the performance of construction and other contracts in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam and elsewhere. Association Adviser: Tell us about your role with NASBP. AA: Why did you register to become a lobbyist?