Founded in 2002, the National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers® (NASMM) is a not-for-profit, professional association dedicated to helping older adults, families, other individuals and businesses with organizing, downsizing and relocating. NASMM members deliver professional Move Management services with compassion and integrity. All NASMM Members adhere to the NASMM Code of Ethics and are committed to maximizing the dignity and autonomy of their clients. NASMM is the only professional association in North America devoted to specialized populations with organization, rightsizing and relocation issues. NASMM members are committed to maximizing the dignity and autonomy of their clients.
The Barry Izsak ~ Peg Guild Professional Development Scholar Program was established in 2013 to help NASMM members who would like to attend the NASMM Annual Conference. The NASMM Board will select two (2) scholars who will receive a complimentary conference registration for the 2024 conference. This year's recipients will receive a full conference registration for NASMM 2024 and a three night stay at the Fairmont Millennium Park Hotel in downtown Chicago, IL.
Important Information:
- The deadline to submit a scholar application is Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Incomplete applications or applications submitted after this date will not be considered. No exceptions.
- Applicant must understand the scholars program provides complimentary full-conference registration to the recipient, and three (3) nights hotel lodging. All other conference-related expenses, including pre-conference workshops, transportation, additional hotel nights, food, etc., must be paid by the recipient.
- Scholar awards are not transferable and can only be used for the Conference for which it is awarded.
Applicant Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicant's company must be a current NASMM Member (provisional or general member) for a minimum of 6 consecutive months by the date application is submitted.
- Employees of NASMM Members ARE eligible and ENCOURAGED to apply.
- Applicant must demonstrate the reasons why you would like to attend NASMM 2024. Need based applicants are welcome, but not required. Please provide as much information as possible.
- Applicant should able to demonstrate their commitment to advancing NASMM on a local, virtual, or national level.
Application Process:
- Please complete this application in its entirety. Incomplete forms will not be considered. Applications must be submitted to NASMM no later than Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
- Applicants must upload a 90 second video outlining why they would like to be considered for the scholarship.
- When creating your video, do not mention your name, company name or location of your company.
- Applicants must upload a .jpg photo of themselves.
NASMM Board Members or employees of their companies are not eligible for this scholarship. Employees of NASMM Industry Partners are also not eligible to apply for the scholarship.
The purpose of the NASMM Ethics Compliance Commission (NECC) is to guide the ongoing review and enhancement of NASMM's Code of Ethics. Additionally, NECC members hold the responsibility of reviewing allegations of unethical Senior Move Management practices by current NASMM members from clients and/or members of NASMM.
The NECC is currently accepting applications for three members to join this important commission.
Interested members should complete the application by FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2024. The applications will be reviewed and invited to interview with the NECC. Final candidates will be submitted to the NASMM Board of Directors and accepted applicants will begin a minimun three-year term beginning in July, 2024.
In order to be eligible to serve on the NASMM Ethics Compliance Commission applicants must:
- Be an owner or senior manager of a NASMM member company and a member in good standing for five (5) years;
- Possess significant knowledge of and experience in Senior Move Management by holding or be in the process of earning the NASMM A+ Accreditation or the Senior Move Manager~Certified (SMM~C) Designation;
- Possess a working understanding of the NASMM Code of Ethics and be committed to advancing the principles of transparency, honesty, accuracy, and respect that form the basis of the Code of Ethics;
- Enjoy an excellent reputation in the Senior Move Management industry;
- Not have been formally found to be involved in any activity or conduct that violated the NASMM Code of Ethics or otherwise failed to adhere to the principles of transparency, honesty, accuracy, and respect that form the basis of the Code of Ethics;
- Not be a current member of the NASMM Board of Directors;
- Understand and agree to comply with the understanding that if selected to serve on the NECC, the member cannot promote the fact that she/he is affiliated with or a member of the NECC in any commercial activities involving his/her personal business affairs. In other words, and simply put, the prospective applicant understands and warrants that his/her membership on the NECC cannot be leveraged or promoted as a public relations credential in any of her/his business matters; inasmuch as serving on the NECC is designed to promote the interests of the industry, not the interests of any particular firm, employer, or enterprise;
- Annually attend the NASMM Annual Conference
- Agree to serve a minimum three-year term. Meetings and other activities average 20 hours per year.
Conflict of Interest
In order to avoid potential conflicts of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest, members of the NECC will not participate in any investigation that involves his or her employer, a direct competitor, or a client. A NECC member should recuse him/herself in all instances in which he/she believes there may be an actual or perceived conflict of interest. If the NECC Chair perceives a conflict of interest where the member has not recused him/herself, the Chair may direct any member to do so.
Confidentiality
NECC members agree to keep all discussions regarding or relating to investigations and disciplinary actions strictly confidential. Investigations may not be discussed outside of the panel's formal meetings. Any breach of confidentiality by a member will result in his/her dismissal from the NECC.
NECC Participation Requirements
- The NECC normally meets by phone at 7 AM, EST. Should new NECC members reside outside the Eastern Time Zone, the NECC will meet at 6 PM ET.
- Prospective NECC members should be available at one of these times.
- Membership in the NECC usually requires 2 hours per month, between calls, emails and shared writing responsibilities.
- Prospective members must willing to make this time commitment.If, after one quarter, we find that a member is unable to meet these requirements, they may be asked to leave the NECC.
Please feel free to contact the NASMM office with any additional questions.
NASMM introduced NASMM Neighborhood program last summer. The purpose of NASMM Neighborhoods is to foster fellowship, and collegiality among NASMM members. Through informal networking events, we hope to build a sense of community among NASMM members in specific geographic areas. After successfully launching Neighborhoods across the country, we are excited to be able to extend this opportunity to you today.
NASMM is currently seeking new coordinators to organize virtual NASMM Neighborhood events in their own area. These virtual events will give NASMM members an opportunity to share how COVID-19 has affected them and their businesses. We realize this is a difficult time for all of you, and feel the opportunity to apply common solutions to common challenges will be greatly beneficial. Once to COVID situation has passed, we hope coordinators will continue to plan networking events - either in person or virtually.
Coordinators should be passionate about building new relationships within NASMM, and strengthening the Senior Move Management profession within their community at large. Apply to be a NASMM Neighborhood Coordinator today!
(Virtual) NASMM Neighborhood Coordinator Responsibilities:
- NASMM Neighborhood Coordinators are responsible for organizing casual networking events for NASMM members in their area.
- Due to COVID-19, all NASMM Neighborhood events will now be held virtually over video conferencing platforms like Zoom
- Coordinators are responsible for organizing the virtual meetings - NASMM will provide assistance with invitation lists, best practices, etc.
- The frequency at which these events take place is entirely up to the NASMM Neighborhood Coordinator, as is the duration and agenda for the event.
- NASMM does not provide a budget/stipend for these events, however, NASMM will work with the Neighborhood Coordinator to assist with registration, and event best practices.
iMentor: Share. Learn. Grow.
The National Association of Senior Move Managers (NASMM) offers a specialized program specifically designed for experienced NASMM members to offer paid, professional mentoring to less experienced NASMM members. It’s called iMentor.
Why iMentor? New or growing small business owners are in business by themselves, often acting as their own navigation system. Without a large organization’s resources, they long for a sounding board for their frustrations and fears or a discreet, impartial advisor with whom to discuss the tactical and strategic challenges of running their Senior Move Management business.
They’re frequently adjusting to changing circumstances, new business conditions, and unforeseeable challenges. Consulting with a Senior Move Manager mentor - someone who knows what they’re going through – can be invaluable. A mentor is someone who’s “been there, done that.” Mentors can provide tailored guidance, general best practices, and an example of a successful Senior Move Management business. Sure, they can ask family, friends, or consult the Internet, but what they really want is to connect with someone who has already experienced the same issues. Only another Senior Move Manager will do.
Enter iMentor. We’re making it easy for less experienced members to find one-on-one support while also providing successful Senior Move Managers with the opportunity to share their experience and expertise, all while being paid to do so.
Seasoned Senior Move Managers can tick off a list of predictable mistakes that new business owners are likely to make. But if you are new to running a business, it's not always easy to identify a successful business owner who is willing to mentor you, let alone one with whom you have natural rapport. We want to give NASMM members access to their most experienced colleagues, but in a different geography — so competition does not impair the iMentor relationship.
Why become a mentor through NASMM’s iMentor program?
- Gain visibility as a leader in the Senior Move Management community
- Demonstrate expertise and share knowledge for additional income
- Discover more responsibilities, participation, and impact as an SMM
- Develop transferable mentoring skills for any team/relationship
- Renew your own enthusiasm for Senior Move Management via the role of expert
- Enhance skills in coaching, counseling, and listening
- Contribute to the future of Senior Move Management
We hope you share our excitement for the NASMM iMentor program and the potential professional and personal relationships we can help effect.
The following are the desired characteristics and skills needed for success as an iMentor mentor.
iMentors must be:
- Hold A+ Accreditation or NASMM SMM~C Certification
- Confidential and trustworthy
- Dependable, reliable and flexible
- Positive, objective and non-judgmental
- Consistent with follow-up support and guidance
- A good listener and communicator
- An advocate for the colleague-client’s success
If you would like to become an iMentor, please consider the following:
- Does your schedule permit a mentoring relationship?
- Are you willing to share your knowledge, expertise, skills, and time?
- Can you use your personal experience to help your colleague-client avoid mistakes and learn from good decisions?
- Can you guide your colleague-client to determine his/her right course of action?
- Do you project a positive, upbeat image? Are you a positive role model?
- Can you offer your thoughts and constructive feedback honestly and openly?
- Can you help your colleague-client see a situation with fresh eyes?
- Can you offer advice – only if asked? Your colleague client may want a sounding board to help him/her work out issues and come to their own conclusion.
- Can you offer support and encouragement?
How iMentor works:
iMentor is not designed to serve as a fundamental training program for brand new Senior Move Managers. New Senior Move Managers should invest in comprehensive training, such as NASMM’s FrontDoor program, or other like-minded programs. The iMentor program is designed to provide enhanced support for those SMMs who know the basics, but now require your advanced wisdom and experience.
iMentor is an online platform to market/advertise your mentorship services within NASMM. To participate as an iMentor, you must purchase a directory listing within the iMentor section of “MyNASMM” section of www.nasmm.org. Each iMentor will have their own webpage within the iMentor section of "MyNASMM."
Participation: The initial participation fee fee for iMentors is $399.00 with an annual renewal fee of $179.00.
- Only NASMM A- or NASMM SMM~C members are eligible to participate.
- iMentor participation is limited to 20 iMentors.
- Upon receipt of your iMentor application and payment, your listing will be added to the iMentor Directory.
- NASMM colleague-clients will be directed to the iMentor Directory to research available mentors and will contact you directly to discuss your mentorship program and your associated fee structure.
- Colleague-clients are strongly encouraged to seek iMentors outside your identified service area. However, the decision of whom to mentor is strictly your decision.
- Together, you and your colleague-client will define all aspects of your iMentor/colleague-client relationship, including your fee structure.
- All conversations/interactions between mentor and colleague-clients are to be kept confidential unless both parties agree otherwise for a specific topic of discussion. NASMM requires you provide your iMentor colleague-client with a Confidentiality Agreement. (NASMM will offer a sample Confidentiality Agreement for your use and convenience.)
Important!
- NASMM does not accept responsibility for the success of individual iMentor relationships.
- NASMM is not responsible to help you collect iMentor fees.
- NASMM does not set individual iMentor fees.
- Colleague-clients will pay fees only to their iMentors, and not to NASMM.
Please complete this form and submit. Upon submission, you will be taken to the online payment form to complete your renewal.
Requirements for renewal:
- Complete the NASMM SMM-C Renewal Form & upload your CE coursework documents
- For Certification Renewals: Provide proof of 45 hours of continuing education credit over the past three (3) years. NASMM programs, education offered by NAPO, ICD, and other allied organizations, aging service providers, or staff inservice education is also acceptable. Please upload verification of attendance forms (certificates, etc.) or receipts from purchased courses or conferences to the renewal form.
- Submit the $299 three (3) year renewal fee
IMPORTANT NOTES:
*** Beginning January 1, 2024 and thereafter, 25 units of the 45 required CE units must be obtained directly from NASMM conferences or other NASMM courses.
*** There is a 3-year window for ALL courses (NASMM courses & education programs outside of NASMM) to be considered eligible for certification documentation.
That is, your submitted documentation (proof) to support your certification renewal must fall within the last 3-year period, e.g. you may not submit coursework from the NASMM 2020 conference in 2024. In 2024, all documentation must be from 2021 & forward. Thank you!