The Oklahoma Bar Journal September 2025

legislation, an emerging area of law, or an issue members want to dive into right now.

PUTTING RESOURCES WHERE THEY MATTER MOST Hosting a large, multi-track event takes significant time, money, and staffing. By narrow ing the scope, we can still meet our governance obligations while freeing up resources to invest in things you’ve told us matter: More CLE options through out the year Technology upgrades that make participation easier Programs and services that

LOOKING FORWARD TOGETHER

I know changing a long-standing tradition can feel different, but it’s also a sign of a healthy, adaptable organization. This new approach will help us govern more effectively, engage more members, and make smarter use of our shared resources. I look forward to seeing you at this year’s Annual Meeting – ready to focus on the important work of shaping our bar association’s future. And I look forward to seeing you at CLEs, section events, and other gatherings all year long. After all, the Annual Meeting may be just two days, but our con nections as colleagues last all year.

directly support our mem bers’ professional needs

This isn’t about doing less – it’s about focusing our time and resources where they’ll have the most impact.

STRENGTHENING THE CONNECTION

CLEs, section meetings, and net working events aren’t going away. In fact, by separating them from the Annual Meeting, we can host more of them, in more locations, and in formats that work better for different kinds of schedules. We’ll have more flexibility to offer pro grams when they’re most relevant – whether it’s a brand-new piece of

To contact Executive Director Johnson, email her at janetj@okbar.org.

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