Proffessional Development
Capitol Summit
NGAM nominates up to 2 company grade officers annually to attend the NGAUS Capitol Summit. Interested officers should contact the association via email. The 2026 dates are TBA. Participation is open to NGAUS members, Army or Air, second lieutenant to captain or warrant officer 1 to chief warrant officer 2.
Deadlines to submit names to NGAM are TBA.
Please visit the site below to learn more about Capitol Summit
https://www.ngaus.org/events/capitol-summit
Legislative Workshop
The NGAUS Legislative Workshop is an annual professional development event conducted to educate Guardsmen, Congressional Action Contact Officers (CACOs), and National Guard State Association POCs on National Guard issues in Congress and the Department of Defense.
If you are interested in attending the workshop please contact the association via email.
NGAUS General Conference & Exhibition
148TH General Conference & Exhibition will be held August 28-31 2026 in Indianopolis. There are professional development opportunities for company grade officers to attend the conference on orders in a Title 10 representative. Additionally, NGAM sponsors officers nominated by MDNG command team.
What to Expect:
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Governor's Reception
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Spouse Luncheon
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Company Grade & Warrant Officer Mixer
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TAG & Senior Leader Social Events
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Fun Run
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Exhibitors
The NGAUS General Conference & Exhibition brings more than 4,000 professionals, including defense leaders, from the 50 states, U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia. Generate leads, meet industry experts, and showcase your products at this three-day event.
To learn more about the conference please visit 148th General Conference & Exhibition | National Guard Association of the United States (ngaus.org)
Stay tuned for registration information.
Professional Development Funding
Commanders can request funding for events that support professional development. To request funding unit commander must complete the form below at least 90 days prior to event.