Join NFBPA on Friday, October 2, 2026, for the 2026 Leadership Awards Dinner, themed When Leadership Matters Most, hosted at the JW Marriott Savannah in Savannah, Georgia, with a reception beginning at 6:00 PM EST followed by dinner at 7:00 PM EST.   All attendees are required to register in advance and have a valid ticket for entry.

Participation Options:

• Individual Ticket: $300 (member); $500 (non-member) includes event entry and dinner.
• Sponsorship Opportunities: Sponsorship packages range from $5,000 to $50,000 and include reserved tables with seating for 10 guests, along with exclusive recognition, speaking opportunities and additional benefits complimentary tickets along with exclusive recognition and benefits outlined in the Sponsorship Brochure.

Show your support for NFBPA and gain valuable visibility among public sector leaders. To learn more, download the Sponsorship Brochure and register to secure your sponsorship opportunity today.

NFBPA proudly recognizes exceptional leaders whose vision, service, and impact exemplify excellence in public administration. These individuals embody the spirit of our 2026 theme When Leadership Matters Most through their dedication to innovation, and the advancement of communities across the nation.

Support the 2026 Leadership Awards Dinner

NFBPA’s Leadership Awards Gala brings together more than 400 distinguished public and private sector leaders, elected officials, and community advocates for an inspiring evening of recognition and connection.

Sponsoring the Leadership Awards Gala offers a unique opportunity to align your brand with NFBPA’s mission to strengthen leadership in public service.

Your support helps celebrate the achievements of our honorees and advances NFBPA’s year-round programs that cultivate and empower public administrators nationwide.

Interested in Sponsoring?

Download the Leadership Awards Gala Sponsorship Brochure below to explore exclusive visibility opportunities, recognition levels, and partnership benefits.

Following registration, you will be prompted to book your hotel reservation. NFBPA has reserved a discounted hotel room block at the JW Marriott Savannah. This block is available for attendees of the dinner at a rate of $289/night.  The deadline to book a hotel room in the block is September 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST.

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