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Jean Hinton 2026 NADOA President
Dear NADOA Members, I am honored to serve as your NADOA President for 2026 and excited to work on behalf of you— the members. Your feedback has been invaluable, and this year we will implement several changes based on your comments. Some of these adjustments will feel new and different, but if we don’t try, we’ll never know what truly resonates with our membership. As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, NADOA will proudly mark its 53rd year. To continue thriving, we must embrace change, recruit new members, and encourage involvement— whether through our local or national associations, running for local or national office, or volunteering for the Institute Committee. 2026 Institute Details This year’s Institute will be held at the Omni Las Colinas Hotel in Las Colinas, Texas , chaired by Gordon Gallet and Iris Alcantara . Volunteers are still needed—please reach out if you’d like to help! Here’s what’s new: • Labor Day Monday kicks off the week, so consider arriving early to enjoy the Irving area for a family vacation or personal getaway. (BTW the Omni has a great pool and cabana area with great views of the water) • Conference classes will be held Wednesday and Thursday , with additional education opportunities on Friday . • Conference sessions for vendors to demonstrate their software and or communicate as to their services. • Wednesday evening : A welcome and networking reception—something you requested in surveys—to connect with colleagues and meet new faces. • Thursday closing session : More than a wrap-up—it will be a major celebration of YOU and NADOA! • Friday : Additional classes and we are working on the logistics for a full Industry Golf Tournament open to anyone in the area. No golf skills required—just come for fun! If golf doesn’t work out, we will be exploring another type of fun activity for members. These changes reflect your requests for more social time and opportunities to explore the area. While Labor Day posed some scheduling challenges, we’re confident these updates will make the Institute more engaging. Looking Ahead The Board will also review and update our By-Laws in 2026. If you have suggestions for additions, revisions, or removals, please email me at jean_hinton@oxy.com . Your voice matters—reach out. Together, we’ll keep NADOA strong and relevant. I look forward to celebrating with you in September at Las Colinas. Let’s make 2026 a year of growth, connection, and success! See you in Las Colinas!
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