The Council of State Executives provides state executives in the 52 NAfME federated associations with the opportunity to exchange ideas, review programs, learn about issues associated with legal and regulatory requirements for nonprofits, and coordinate activities with each other and NAfME.  The Council helps identify association best practices while representing the interests of music, music educators, and our family of associations.

Council Members

Neil Swapp (2024-2026), Chair
Executive Director
New Mexico Music Educators Association, Executive Director, Western New Mexico University, Adjunct Professor
Silver City, New Mexico
Laurie Fellenz (2024-2026), Past Chair
Executive Director
 Wisconsin Music Educators Association & Wisconsin School Music Association
Waunakee, Wisconsin
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