Description

HETMA opens the Virtual Conference with a candid State of HETMA conversation led by Board Chair Erin Maher-Moran, joined by board leaders and community voices including Troy Powers, Dustin Myers, Joe Way, Ryan Gray, BC Hatchett, Britt Yenser, Teddy Murphy, and Annie Foster. The panel reflects on what changed over the last year, what is working, where the organization is still stretching, and why the heart of HETMA is still member driven community building.

The discussion covers growth and global momentum, the impact of roadshows and regional connection, the evolving Education Summit and conference programming, and the push to convert passive followers into active contributors. The group also highlights partnerships, sponsor relationship stewardship, and HETMA’s focus on practical pathways for professional development, including the HEX micro credential concept and mentorship ideas that help more members step into speaking, writing, and leadership.

Topics discussed

1. State of HETMA framing: transparency, celebration, vision
2. Community first identity and volunteer powered momentum
3. Roadshows and regional meetups as a growth engine
4. International expansion and the Belgium event
5. Education programming: virtual conference, Lunch and Learns, Education Summit
6. Engagement challenge: moving from followers to participants
7. Practical ways to get involved without it becoming a second job
8. Sponsor relationship stewardship and deliverables mindset
9. Partnerships with other orgs and broader industry collaboration
10. Professional development pathways including HEX micro credential and mentorship ideas