2024 Statewide Leadership Summit

Friday, March 8 – Saturday, March 9
Harrah’s Atlantic City

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Friday

Doors Open — Registration Begins
Fri., 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Orientation/Welcome Remarks from Chairman Hugin
Fri., 12:00 pm – 12:15 pm

2023 Lessons Learned Panel
Fri., 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm
Although Republicans around the state scored some very important local victories, the “big picture” results of the 2023 Election were unexpected and underwhelming. This session unpacks the reasons behind the GOP’s performance and explains how we can move forward to deliver big victories for NJ in 2024, 2025, and beyond.

Lunch Break
(Boxed Lunch will be provided to all attendees)
Fri., 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Growing the Big Tent Panel
Fri., 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm
Hear from key influencers in the African American, Hispanic, South Asian, Jewish, and other communities on how GOP candidates can conduct efficient outreach to these constituencies and foster strong relationships to continue growing the “Big Tent” in New Jersey.

Law and Order Panel
Fri., 2:15 pm – 3:00 pm
Hear from Republican Sheriffs & Law Enforcement Leaders regarding the crime wave affecting our major cities, how Law & Order issues affect your campaigns, and how Democrat officials continue to demoralize cops & enable criminals.

Power to the Parents Panel
Fri., 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm
The fight continues! The woke mob isn’t giving up on its efforts to indoctrinate our children and eliminate Parental Rights in our kids’ educations. You will hear from NJ Legislators, school board members, and Parental Rights advocates on how you can make a difference in your local district.

Protect the Polls: Election Integrity Panel
Fri., 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
This panel will feature top election law attorneys and Board of Elections Commissioners from around the state to discuss election integrity measures each candidate and county can undertake, steps the State Party is undertaking to improve the security of elections, and answers to your questions about the safety & security of today’s elections.

Winning with Women Panel
Fri., 4:45 pm – 5:30 pm
Top GOP women leaders will speak to their own successes on the campaign trail, along with the persuasive messages that connect with female voters reluctant to trust the Republican Party.

Cocktail Reception
Fri., 6:30 pm – 8:00pm

Saturday

Doors Open — Registration Begins
Sat., 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Room: Main Entrance

Continental Breakfast
Sat., 8:00 am – 9:00 am

So, You Want to Run for Office?
Sat., 9:00 am – 9:45 am
Great for first time candidates! Hear from top State Senators, Assemblymen, County Commissioners, Mayors, Councilmen, and Committeemen on the issues and challenges inherent to running for each of their respective offices.

Money Matters: Fundraising Training
Sat., 9:45 am – 10:30 am
Top New Jersey and National fundraisers in the field will train candidates and campaign managers, and anyone interested on best practices for how to fundraise for your campaign/committee through every means possible.

Mastering the Message: GOP Messaging Training
Sat., 10:30 am – 11:15am
You have the right ideas in your head… but how do you get them out to your audience? Grassroots leaders and campaign consultants come together on this panel to highlight the best messaging strategies & vehicles. Learn how to craft a winning message and effectively deliver it!

Boots on the Ground: Volunteer Recruitment Training
Sat., 11:15 am – 12:00 pm
Volunteers are the backbone of any political campaign or organization! Learn how to find, attract, and recruit New Jersey’s best Republican volunteers.

LUNCH: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

The Art of the Vote: How to Beat the Democrats at Their Own Game
Sat., 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
This might be the most important session of the weekend. Why do Republicans in New Jersey keep getting beat on vote by mail and early voting? Are we losing elections because not enough Republicans are banking their votes? How do we get more Republicans to embrace vote-by-mail and early voting moving forward? Answers to all these questions and more will be discussed.

SUMMIT ADJOURNS: 2:30 PM