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NAV & Associates
Business Consulting and Services
Chicago, Illinois 417 followers
NAV empowers associations to grow, lead change, and build community through expert management and strategic support.
About us
At NAV & Associates, we partner with mission-driven professional and trade associations to accelerate growth, foster industry collaboration, and build resilient communities. With a strategic, people-first approach, we empower our clients to lead change, strengthen member value, and operate with confidence. As a trusted extension of your team, NAV delivers full-service association management—combining executive leadership, operational excellence, advocacy support, and innovative engagement strategies. We’re dedicated to driving measurable impact while upholding the highest standards of integrity, service, and professionalism. NAV & Associates LLC is a management consulting firm specializing in association and nonprofit management. Founded in 1992 in Chicago, IL, NAV has been a trusted partner for professional associations, trade organizations, and nonprofits, helping them streamline operations, enhance engagement, and achieve long-term success. Our Expertise: ✔ Executive Leadership & Strategic Planning – Providing expert guidance to drive organizational growth and sustainability. ✔ Comprehensive Administrative Support – Managing day-to-day operations, membership engagement, and communication strategies to maximize impact. ✔ Financial & Governance Expertise – Ensuring compliance, financial stewardship, and operational excellence. With over three decades of experience, NAV & Associates is committed to delivering tailored, results-driven solutions, allowing our clients to focus on their mission while we handle the complexities of management.
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https://www.navandassoc.com/
External link for NAV & Associates
- Industry
- Business Consulting and Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, Illinois
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1992
Locations
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Primary
1018 W Madison St
Chicago, Illinois 60607, US
Employees at NAV & Associates
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Anne Hengehold
Clarify Information Services
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Judy Pfeiffer
Director of Account Services - Executive Director at NAV & Associates
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Jack McKissen
Jack McKissen is an Influencer LinkedIn Top Voice - Communications Expert - 100K+ Followers
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Hannah Pfeiffer
Vice President | Association Executive at NAV & Associates
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The WCLA Fall Medical Seminar is here! Workers' Compensation Lawyers Association - WCLA brings together members of the Illinois Bar engaged in workers’ compensation law—fostering fellowship, education, and community. NAV & Associates is proud to partner with WCLA to bring that mission to life by supporting impactful CLE events like this. 📚 Speakers: • Megan Flynn – Regenerative Medicine for MSK Injuries: From PRP to Stem Cells • Alyson Engle, MD – ION Orthopedics • Arash Sayari – Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush • Ryan Harold – Work-Related Shoulder and Elbow Injuries • Austin Friedrich – WCLA Vice President (Moderator) 📅 Wednesday, September 17, 2025 | 🕐 1:00 – 4:00 PM 📍 George W. Dunne Cook County Office Building 69 West Washington Street, 22nd Floor, Conference Room B, Chicago, IL This event is accredited by MCLE for CLE credit and provides an opportunity to network with colleagues and experts in the field. 👉 Registration required to attend! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g7dPYUY4 See you at the seminar! ✨ #WCLA #FallMedicalSeminar #CLE #IllinoisBar #WorkersCompensation #MedicalSeminar #LegalEducation #ProfessionalGrowth #ChicagoLawyers #AssociationManagement #NAVandAssociates
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🚨 We’re on YouTube! 🚨 The Coalition On Physician Education in Substance Use Disorders (COPE) is dedicated to improving patient care and public health by ensuring that every rising physician is trained to prevent, identify, and treat unhealthy substance use including non-medical prescription use. Through partnerships with medical schools, COPE equips future physicians with the knowledge and tools to care for patients with substance use disorders (SUD). Now, you can access our educational content anytime on our new YouTube channel @COPE4SUD featuring talks, insights, and training resources designed to strengthen physician education and advance recovery-ready care. 📺 Subscribe today and explore our videos here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gW_vdh6y #COPE4SUD #AddictionMedicine #MedicalEducation #SubstanceUseDisorder #PhysicianEducation #FuturePhysicians #RecoveryReady #PublicHealth
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🎯 Clay targets. Great company. New deals. 🎯 Join us for Knocking Down Deals in 2025! MBBI brings together M&A professionals across the Midwest—fostering connection, growth, and opportunity. As MBBI’s trusted association management partner, NAV & Associates is dedicated to making impactful programs and connections possible. Enjoy networking, drinks, and snacks to close out the evening, take part in shooting and skill-building activities for all levels, and connect with peers and colleagues in the M&A community. 📅 Wednesday, September 17, 2025 | 🕑 2:30 – 7:00 PM 📍 Waukesha Gun Club, Waukesha, WI 👉 Registration required—spots are limited! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eWng8abN See you on the range! 🔸 #NAVxMBBI #NetworkingEvent #WisconsinBusiness #MACommunity #Dealmakers #ProfessionalGrowth #AssociationManagement #NAVandAssociates
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✨ Rooftop views. Good company. New connections. ✨ The WCLA Happy Hour is here! Workers' Compensation Lawyers Association - WCLA brings together members of the Illinois Bar who practice workers’ compensation law—fostering fellowship, professional growth, and community. As WCLA’s association management partner, NAV & Associates is proud to support that mission by helping make events like this possible. Enjoy food, drinks, and the perfect chance to network with colleagues—⚖️ welcoming members, students, sponsors, and guests alike. 📅 Thursday, September 18, 2025 | 🕔 5:30 – 8:00 PM 📍 Boleo (Rooftop), Kimpton Gray Hotel, Chicago 👉 Registration required—don’t wait, spots are limited! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eq5mBCbR See you on the rooftop! 🌆 #WCLA #NetworkingEvent #ChicagoLawyers #IllinoisBar #WorkersCompensation #LegalCommunity #ProfessionalGrowth #CLE #AssociationManagement #NAVandAssociates
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NAV helps #association Boards move members from passive participants to active contributors. We design systems where people: 🎤 Share knowledge 🔁 Lead subgroups 💡 Co-create value Engagement is a feedback loop. The more members give, the more they stay. #MemberRetention #AssociationEngagement #VolunteerDesign #AMC
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How did methadone dispensing shift at U.S. opioid treatment programs before and after COVID-19? 📊 Join this on-demand ORN Summer 2025 lecture to explore: ✅ How federal policy changes expanded take-home eligibility ✅ The role of clinic practices vs. patient factors in access ✅ Insights from state sequence analysis on treatment trajectories Led by Ignacio Borquez, MA, and Noa Krawczyk, PhD, this session highlights how COVID-19 disrupted care and what it means for equitable, evidence-based treatment. Register here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gpZJDUVF #addictionmedicine #substanceusedisorder #opioidepidemic #continuingeducation #publichealth
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Get ready for an afternoon of bold conversations and powerful connections at Navigating Turbulent Waters: Manufacturing M&A in 2025! From networking and exhibits to interactive roundtables and a dealmakers panel, this event is designed to spark new ideas and lasting relationships. With NAV & Associates supporting MBBI as their association management partner, events like this come to life—delivering real value to members and the industry. 🎉 Shoutout to our client MBBI! This exciting event will feature Nicki Vincent, CAE, Bob Kill, and Julie Keyes—leaders who will guide conversations, spark insights, and keep the energy high throughout the day. 📅 September 9, 2025 📍 Minneapolis Events Center 👉 Secure your spot and unlock even more opportunities by becoming an MBBI member—gain access to exclusive benefits all year long and ensure your place at this premier event. 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dZgK37pp Don’t miss it—be part of the conversations shaping the future of manufacturing M&A. #NAVxMBBI #MergersAndAcquisitions #ManufacturingIndustry #ExecutiveLeadership #AssociationManagement
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Your #nonprofit board may not have capes or secret lairs—but when it works together, it can be just as powerful as the Justice League. Here’s how iconic superheroes like Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman mirror the roles every great board needs—and how you can assemble your own team of heroes. #associationmanagement
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We recently helped a midsize #tradeassociation that was stuck in admin chaos: • Staff turnover • Missed deadlines • #Volunteer burnout NAV came in, streamlined ops, and created a predictable rhythm. Increased engagement and boosted volunteer signups. ✨ Systems create space. Strategy creates growth. #OperationalRelief #BoardCaseStudy #AMC #AssociationManagement
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