Congratulations, Anne Hengehold! 🎉 Your leadership, professionalism, and dedication continue to make a meaningful impact across our client communities. Thank you for the thoughtful support, organization, and care you bring to every initiative and every team you work with. We are grateful to have you as part of NAV & Associates and proud to spotlight the incredible work you do. 👏 Learn more about NAV & Associates and the people behind the work: https://lnkd.in/gdtGbKBR #TeamSpotlight #AssociationManagement #NAVAssociates #ProfessionalAssociations
NAV & Associates
Business Consulting and Services
Chicago, Illinois 640 followers
NAV empowers associations to grow, lead change, and build community through expert management and strategic support.
About us
For over three decades NAV & Associates has partnered with mission-driven professional and trade associations to accelerate growth, foster industry collaboration, and build resilient communities. With a strategic, people-first approach, we empower our clients to lead change, strengthen member value, and operate with confidence. As a trusted extension of your team, NAV delivers full-service association management—combining executive leadership, operational excellence, advocacy support, and innovative engagement strategies. We’re dedicated to driving measurable impact while upholding the highest standards of integrity, service, and professionalism. Founded in 1992 in Chicago, IL, NAV has been a trusted partner for professional associations, trade organizations, and nonprofits, helping them streamline operations, enhance engagement, and achieve long-term success. Our Expertise: ✔ Executive Leadership & Strategic Planning – Providing expert guidance to drive organizational growth and sustainability. ✔ Comprehensive Administrative Support – Managing day-to-day operations, membership engagement, and communication strategies to maximize impact. ✔ Financial & Governance Expertise – Ensuring compliance, financial stewardship, and operational excellence. With over three decades of experience, NAV & Associates is committed to delivering tailored, results-driven solutions, allowing our clients to focus on their mission while we handle the complexities of management.
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Many associations have a strong vision and dedicated leadership. 🎯 But even with the right goals in place, progress can stall when strategy and operations are disconnected. 👥 Leadership sets the direction. ⚙️ Operations handle the day to day execution. But without a system connecting both, priorities shift, decisions become reactive, and growth becomes difficult to sustain. Real progress happens when strategy is supported by structure, alignment, and consistent execution. 📈 That connection is what turns plans into long term growth. Learn how NAV helps associations strengthen operations and support sustainable growth: 🌐 https://lnkd.in/gdtGbKBR #AssociationLeadership #StrategyExecution #NonprofitGrowth #NAVAssociates ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership AMCI (AMC Institute)
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Member engagement is no longer just a goal for associations. It’s a key driver of long-term growth and sustainability. Today’s members expect personalized experiences, meaningful connections, and consistent value from the organizations they support. Associations that prioritize engagement are seeing stronger retention, increased participation, and deeper community impact. At NAV & Associates, we help associations strengthen member relationships through strategic communication, digital solutions, and operational support designed to create measurable results. Discover why member engagement matters more than ever and how organizations can build stronger, more connected member experiences for the future. Read more below 👇 #MemberEngagement #Associations #CommunityBuilding #AssociationManagement #DigitalEngagement #MemberExperience #Leadership #NAVAssociates
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Many associations dedicate significant time and effort to strategic planning. Yet months later, progress often feels limited. The problem is rarely the strategy itself; it’s execution. Without a clear system that connects strategic priorities to day-to-day operations, even the strongest plans can lose momentum. Sustainable growth requires more than vision. It requires structure, alignment, accountability, and consistent follow-through. That’s where we help associations move from planning to action. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gdtGbKBR #StrategicPlanning #AssociationManagement #NonprofitLeadership #AMC #VolunteerLed
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🎓 Complimentary ORN Webinar Series 2026 — Live & On-Demand Join leading experts as they explore emerging trends, clinical challenges, and innovative approaches shaping the future of addiction medicine and recovery care. ✅ CME Credits Available: ✔ 1 AOA Category 1-A Credit ✔ 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ ✔ 1 AAPA Category 1 CME Credit ✔ 1 Nurses CNE Credit �� Upcoming Sessions | All webinars begin at 5:00 PM ET 🔹 May 13, 2026 Medetomidine Impacts on Clinical Management and Systems of Care 🎤 Michael Lynch, MD 👉 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/g87SkdAq 🔹 June 3, 2026 The Culture of Addiction Medicine 🎤 Jon Lepley, DO 👉 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gzckfTjD 🔹 June 10, 2026 Opioid-Induced Androgen Deficiency: Pathophysiology and Treatment 🎤 Shehzad Basaria, MD 👉 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gbVtMG3V 📍 Live webinars + On-Demand Access Available 📌 Registration required for each webinar individually Opioid Response Network American Osteopathic Association American Osteopathic Academy of Addiction Medicine - AOAAM American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP) U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant no. 1H79TI088037 from Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. #AddictionMedicine #CME #ORN #OpioidResponseNetwork #AOAAM #BehavioralHealth #RecoveryCare #MedicalEducation #HealthcareProfessionals #SubstanceUseDisorder
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Proud to see NAV & Associates President Hamraj Grewal alongside leaders from the American Osteopathic Academy of Addiction Medicine - AOAAM at this week’s Federation of State Physician Health Programs, INC (FSPHP) Conference. Strong representation, meaningful collaboration, and continued commitment to advancing physician health and addiction medicine. #FSPHP #PhysicianHealth #AddictionMedicine #Leadership #Collaboration #NAVAndAssociates
Strong representation at this week’s Federation of State Physician Health Programs, INC (FSPHP) Conference. Proud to see the AOAAM President-Elect alongside fellow leaders and members engaging, learning, and advancing the field together. Moments like this show how our commitment and collaboration are driving meaningful progress. With Dr. Adam D. Scioli, Dr. Michael Dekker D.O. , and NAV & Associates CEO Hamraj Grewal. #FSPHP #FSPHP2026 #PhysicianHealth #Leadership #Collaboration #AOAAM #NAVAndAssociates
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Conversations that inspire better advocacy and stronger collaboration. A meaningful day of learning and professional connection at the Illinois Chapter of National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA)’s Spring UnProgram 2026, held on May 1 at Bloomingdale Golf Club. The event brought together professionals in the elder law community for a full day of breakout discussions, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. One of the highlights was hearing from Ben Malsch, MSSC, of Midland Trust Company, who presented on “The Inventory and Citation Process: How Corporate Guardians Successfully Marshal & Protect Assets.” Breakout sessions also included Estate Planning with International Focus / Real Estate Updates, presented by Lauren Weldon and Kelly Wambold. A special shoutout and heartfelt thank you to our sponsors for helping make this event possible: Arosa Trinity Advocacy Group, LLC Life Care Advocates, LLC Midland Trust Company Krause Financial DAYONE RELIANCE INC Marquette Bank Saric Consulting, Inc. Your support strengthens opportunities for connection, education, and continued advocacy within the elder law community. Grateful for the opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and continue learning alongside individuals dedicated to advocacy, guardianship, and elder law. ✨ Thank you to the speakers, moderators, sponsors, organizers, and attendees who made the event both engaging and impactful. #NAVxILNAELA #NAELA #IllinoisNAELA #SpringUnProgram #ElderLaw #Guardianship #ProfessionalDevelopment #Networking
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🎥 Highlights from ACOFP 2026 in Orlando, FL! NAV & Associates was proud to be on-site supporting American Osteopathic Academy of Addiction Medicine - AOAAM at this year’s American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP) Conference. We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect with so many dedicated professionals committed to advancing patient care. NAV CEO, Hamraj Grewal, and Association Executive Melissa Munoz were in attendance, representing our organization and engaging in meaningful conversations throughout the event. From insightful discussions to memorable moments (and a few giveaways 🎉), it was an incredible experience all around. Thank you to everyone who stopped by, we look forward to staying connected! #AOAAM #NAVandAssociates #ACOFP2026 #ACOFP
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Many associations are not struggling because of a lack of effort. They are struggling because execution is inconsistent. Leadership is aligned. Goals are clear. But day to day operations do not always support those priorities. Over time, this leads to: 📉 Slower growth 🔄 Reactive decision making 🤝 Declining member engagement The challenge is not strategy. It is the gap between strategy and execution. I shared a deeper perspective on why this happens and what associations can do to address it. If your organization is starting to feel this disconnect, this may be worth a read. Full article below 👇 #AssociationManagement #LegalAssociations #BarAssociation #WorkersComp #ElderLaw #RealEstateLaw #AMC #ProfessionalAssociations #AssociationLeadership #BoardDevelopment #CLEManagement #NonprofitOperations #MembershipOrganizations #LegalIndustry #OrganizationalHealth #VolunteerLeadership ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership AMCI (AMC Institute)
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Meet the leaders shaping MBBI Minnesota in 2026 Edward Culhane, Tim Delforge, Taylor Lagieski, Brandon Hall, Meghan Hormann, Dan Huber, Katelyn Kerfeld, CPA, Andy Kocemba, Tom Meyer, Eric Mitchellette, CEPA®, John Thwing, Mike Traeger, and Nicki Vincent, CAE Thank you for your leadership and commitment to growing the MBBI community. #MBBI #MinnesotaBusiness #Leadership #BusinessBrokers #PrivateEquity #MiddleMarket
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