The National Association of Tobacco Outlets is turning 25! To help celebrate this milestone, we are planning a celebration and legislative conference in Washington, DC on September 29th and 30th. Join us for:
- Tuesday, September 29: 6PM Cocktails, 7PM Dinner
- Welcome reception with cocktails, dinner, and an evening of celebration, recognition, and connection with fellow NATO members and partners
- Special 25th Anniversary awards honoring standout advocacy, leadership, and long‑time contributors to NATO’s mission
- Wednesday, September 30: 8AM to 3PM Legislative Conference
- A dynamic general session featuring a NATO overview from Executive Director David Spross and invited senior leaders from FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products
- Insights on market trends and the business outlook from Management Science Associates
- A conversation with an invited Member of Congress or the Chair of the Coalition for Smarter Regulation of Nicotine, focused on the future policy landscape
- Afternoon Breakout sessions on advocacy engagement, FDA insights and Leveraging NATO membership
- Breakfast and Lunch Provided
This conference will provide a great opportunity to interact with the team at NATO and interact with NATO manufacturer, wholesale and retail members. Also, each retail member company that attends will be eligible to receive reimbursement (up to $1,000) for travel expenses.
To register, complete the brief form. After completion of the conference, the NATO retail member company will receive a reimbursement form to submit with receipts.

