Convening Conversations: Leading with Purpose and Practice

​In celebration of Public Service Recognition Week, we are proud to announce a collaborative event hosted by the ASPA Research Triangle Chapter and ASPA’s Student and New Administrative Professionals Section (SNAPS).

​Please join us for a special webinar designed to bridge the gap between theory and action:

​Convening Conversations: Leading with Purpose and Practice

​This "living room-style" dialogue serves as a live demonstration of "leading while convening." Our hosts have curated this session to bring together practical leadership insights and meaningful reflections on the evolving landscape of public service.

​Our Distinguished Speakers:

• ​Co-Hosts: RaJade Berry-James, PhD, President, ASPA Research Triangle Chapter & Jose Irizarry, PhD, President-elect, ASPA SNAPS

• ​Featured Guest: Anthony “Tony” Spearman-Leach, Senior Director of Institutional Advancement at the National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA).

​Recognizing Our Sponsors:

​This event is made possible through the generous support of a broad coalition of partners committed to public service excellence!

​We look forward to hosting you for this essential conversation as we honor the dedication of public servants nationwide.

​#PSRW2026