NAASE and NATA come together for four days of practical learning, meaningful connection, and the kind of professional friendship that makes the work sustainable.
A conference built for the people who actually run synagogues — and the colleagues who understand the work from the inside.
The North American Association of Synagogue Executives (NAASE) and the National Association for Temple Administration (NATA) are coming together for a joint 2026 conference in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
This gathering is built for synagogue executives and senior synagogue leaders doing the real work of running and strengthening sacred communities. Whether you've been in the seat a long time or are newer to senior leadership, this conference is designed to offer practical learning, meaningful connection, and a chance to step back, recharge, and think with colleagues who understand the work from the inside.
Mark your calendar for October 26–29, 2026, and plan to join us for a few days of learning, conversation, and community with peers from across the field.
Inspired by the iconic 90s sitcom, this year's theme is a lighthearted nod to something serious and true: this work is better, stronger, and more sustainable when we do it in community.
The 2026 joint conference celebrates the power of professional friendship, shared learning, honest support, and the relationships that help synagogue leaders navigate complexity with wisdom and heart. At its best, this gathering reminds us that none of us is doing this work alone.
Gain strategies, frameworks, and ideas you can bring back to your organization — from operations and finance to governance, programming, and leadership.
Build relationships with people who understand the complexity, pace, and purpose of synagogue leadership — the kind of peers you can call when things get hard.
Step away from the daily grind, recharge, and return with fresh perspective — and the energy to bring it home to your community.
We cannot wait to welcome you to New Brunswick for a conference that promises substance, connection, and a little fun, too.
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Hundreds of synagogue executives and decision-makers gather here. If your organization serves the Jewish community, this is your room.