Maintaining Nonprofit Momentum

Luncheon Keynote Address with David L. Thompson

Over the course of 2013, nonprofits have faced significant policy challenges at the federal level and in states across the country. Nonprofits won many, lost a few, and mostly came out stronger as a result of using their voices. David L. Thompson, VP of Public Policy for the National Council of Nonprofits, will share real-world experiences of nonprofits using advocacy to improve legislation and regulations, fulfill their missions, and solve problems in their communities.

Bio

David L. Thompson is Vice President of Public Policy for the National Council of Nonprofits, the nation’s largest network of nonprofit organizations. Active at the local, state, and federal levels through its member State Associations and nonprofit allies, the National Council amplifies the voices of America’s local community-based nonprofit organizations, helping them engage in critical policy issues affecting the sector, manage and lead more effectively, collaborate and exchange solutions, and achieve greater impact in their communities.

Prior to joining the National Council in February 2010, Thompson served as Director of Government Affairs at Independent Sector. He served in the public sector from 2001 to 2007 as a Senior Counsel and as Policy Director to the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, notably as Counsel to the Pension Protection Act conference committee. Before working on Capitol Hill, Thompson directed federal policy for a consulting firm and practiced law for 17 years specializing in labor relations, employment law, government contracting, as well as government relations at the federal and state levels.

David Thompson holds a bachelor’s degree from Emory University and a law degree from the University of Georgia Law School.