State Membership

NASCA membership is open to all states and U.S. territories on a July 1 – June 30 fiscal year cycle. Dues may be renewed annually or biennially depending on the type of membership selected.

Although membership lies with the state, the state chief administrator (or equivalent) serves as NASCA’s primary member. His/her senior staff and deputy directors are encouraged to participate in the various aspects of membership.

All members receive access to collegial networking through multiple outlets and access to valuable resources for their role. Benefits include:

Community

Build relationships with state chief administrators and private sector government operations thought leaders
NASCA Collaborate, a members-only online community
Searchable Member Directory
Communities of Practice, Forums, and State Collaboratives
Standing operating committees
Awards and scholarships to national events

Research & Thought Leadership

Complimentary national briefings, all-state calls, and topical webinars
NASCA Research, surveys, and executive reports identifying emerging trends and innovations in state government operations
Overview of U.S. State Chief Administrator Area of Responsibility
Exclusive participation in NASCA Top Ten Survey identifying national priorities
Visibility for state initiatives among peers and national media

Rigorous Executive Education & Professional Development

Institute on Management and Leadership facilitated by Leadership for a Networked World and Harvard Business School Faculty
NASCA Annual Conference providing enhanced continuing education and member engagement

Two state membership options and their respective benefit levels are outlined below.

Standard Membership (1 year) - $3,995

In addition to member benefits listed above, NASCA provides the following:

Registration and travel reimbursement for primary state member (or proxy) to both the Institute on Management and Leadership and Annual Conference.*
Ability to register additional senior-level staff for events (Fall)

Standard Membership Plus Expanded Professional Development (1 year) - $7,500

Benefits above for primary member plus one additional designee
Ability to register additional senior-level staff for events

Two-Year Membership Renewal Options

To accommodate a variety of budget cycles, state members may purchase a Standard or Standard Plus Expanded Professional Development membership on a two-year renewal cycle and take advantage of a 1.5% discount on state membership dues.

Standard Two-Year Membership - $7,870
Standard Two-Year Membership Plus Expanded Professional Development - $14,775

*Reimbursement rates are set by the Executive Committee on an annual basis.

Interested in joining NASCA? Contact NASCA’s Executive Director, with questions about membership with NASCA.

*Travel reimbursement includes ground and airfare costs. Amount reimbursed is determined annually in the budgeting process. In 2019, the amount was set at $650 for Institute travel and $400 for Spring Conference travel.