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  1. HBA Member Orientation

    The HBA has developed a short Member Orientation which reviews the value of the HBA, a brief history of the organization and our mission, benefits overview, and steps to get started maximizing the experience. This video is linked to our  Member ...
  2. Volunteer Application Review

    Components are responsible for reviewing and approving volunteer applications promptly, while HBA Central manages the opening of new roles. All applications should be reviewed, acknowledged, and acted on promptly to ensure a positive volunteer ex...
  3. 2026 HBA Fact Sheet

    2026 HBA Fact Sheet.docx This fact sheet was last updated 25 March 2026.
  4. 2026 HBA "By the Numbers" Data

    2026 HBA By the Numbers.pdf 2026 HBA By the Numbers.png *Updated 27 January 2026 ...
  5. 2026 HBA PowerPoint Template

    HBA PowerPoint Template 2026.pptx   Please use this PowerPoint template for all HBA programs, events, meetings, and presentations. Additionally, here is a PPT template that can be added to your app's custom templates if desired: HBA PowerPoi...
  6. 2026 HBA "Message From the Regional Chair" Deadlines

    HBA  Central publishes a monthly “Message From the  Regional Chair ” on behalf of each region that goes to members and prospects.  The monthly “Message From the Regional Chair” is a prime opportunity to directly address your region. This monthly o...
  7. Updated HBA Language and Narrative Changes

    Evolving the HBA’s Story to Match Our Global Ambition HBA CEO Mary Stutts has been hosting calls with HBA Member Leaders to share our organization’s updated narrative and strategic repositioning. While our mission to further the advancement and...
  8. Charitable Event Guidelines

    Reminder:   As  a   501 (c)(6), HBA is a member-based professional association and cannot act as a pass-through for charitable funds.   All events h eld m ust  tie to HBA’s mission:  Any charitable ...
  9. CEO Request Form – Purpose & Guidelines

    The  CEO Request Form  is used to formally request the participation of the HBA CEO in an HBA-sanctioned event. Submission of this form does  not guarantee availability or approval. Important guidelines: CEO participation reques...
  10. Volunteer Newsletter archive

    Here you will find past editions of our volunteer newsletter aka Inside the HBA. Please note that the Inside the HBA newsletter has been paused indefinitely in favor of the HBA Leaders Community (see  Volunteer Resources Available to You ) for rea...