In May, the National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) Alumni Association invited the Congress of Chiropractic State Associations, best known as ChiroCongress, to host its most recent Executive Leadership Forum. This engagement was aimed at bringing together chiropractic state association leaders from across the country to discuss enhancing association leadership, collaboration and the long-term success of the chiropractic profession.
ChiroCongress serves as a national umbrella organization dedicated to connecting and empowering chiropractic state associations. The goal of chiropractic state associations is to support and advance the chiropractic profession within their respective states through various means, including education, research, advocacy and member support.
The forum acted as a vital platform for state association leaders to exchange best practices in association management, explore innovative strategies for member recruitment and retention, and navigate the complex landscape of legislative and regulatory issues impacting the profession. Students had the opportunity to ask questions regarding various aspects of the chiropractic profession, including practicing in different states and becoming involved in a state association.
“Events like this forum are invaluable in bridging the gap between education and practice, ensuring that our graduates are well-equipped to make a meaningful impact in their chosen states,” Vice President of Administrative Services Tracy McHugh said.
The forum featured 16 executive directors, each representing a different state association from across the United States.While each executive director represented their respective state association, they all agreed on the importance and necessity of engaging with the state association in the chosen state of practice, as it plays a crucial role in advancing the chiropractic medicine profession.
“This forum allows association leaders to engage in meaningful dialogue, share real-world challenges and solutions, and walk away with actionable insights to better serve their members,” said Lizz Klein, Executive Director of ChiroCongress. “We’re incredibly grateful to NUHS for hosting and supporting this important gathering. Strong partnerships between chiropractic universities and state associations are essential to preparing the next generation of chiropractic professionals.”
