There are many advantages and opportunities for NAPPQM members. You will have an opportunity to make a difference, to meet and network with some of the finest managers in APHIS, and to make your voice heard.
NAPPQM hosts an annual 2 day convention for its entire membership. The convention is held in various locations throughout the United States. Generally there is one day of presentations by representatives from the Deputy Administrator’s office, the PPQ Executive Team, and several other members of the APHIS family. Depending on the issues facing our managers, we offer a training component at each convention either from an internal APHIS source or from an outside contractor. The annual business meeting is also held during the convention. At this meeting, we assess our accomplishments, discuss issues affecting our members, and discuss strategy for the next year.
Several hours of official time is usually granted by the Deputy’s office for attendance at the training sessions. Members who attend the convention are reimbursed for a portion of their travel costs. The amount of reimbursement depends on the number of members attending the convention, total convention expenses, and other factors. Attendance at the convention is optional but highly recommended because it’s an excellent opportunity for the membership to network with other managers from a variety of programs across the nation, as well as with members of the PPQ Executive Team.
The NAPPQM website (http://nappqm.org) is our electronic communication and information tool. As a member, you will have full access to the site which allows you to review latest and archived Executive Committee meeting minutes, Newsletters, photo galleries, convention archives, recordings of NAPPQM hosted meetings and webinars, and other documents of interest.
NAPPQM encourages members to secure professional liability insurance and reimburses $50 per year towards the cost of the annual premium. This is in addition to the agency reimbursement of 50% of the annual premium.
As a member, you have the opportunity to run for the NAPPQM Executive Committee (President, ER Vice-president, WR Vice-President, HQ/IS Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary). Elections are held every year immediately prior to the annual convention. You also have the opportunity to sit on various NAPPQM committees to help shape the future of the association.