Letter from the President

Greetings A-PLUS Members and Friends

Happy Holidays A-PLUS Members and Friends!

As we approach the beginning of a new year, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your unwavering support. Your encouragement, engagement and support of the initiative of the A-PLUS National Executive Board have been invaluable. Most importantly, thank you for your membership in 2025! A-PLUS would not exist without you.

To our A-PLUS Chapters, your dedication throughout the year in sustaining and growing our membership is the lifeblood of this great organization. Because of your efforts, we are best able to thrive and advance the aims and objectives of A-PLUS. As you launch your 2026 membership campaigns, I encourage you to stay connected to your local Postal leadership and spread the good news about what you are doing. Please remember that while we accept dues all year long, they must be paid by January 31st each year for member eligibility to hold AND run for office as well as to determine delegate strength for your chapter at the National Convention.

To our sponsors, we are grateful for your partnership and the value you bring to our members. Thank you to BCBS FEP, PostalBlueBookHelp and B&W Insurance group for collaborating with our Sponsorship Committee and offering incentives to help us grow and retain membership. We also extend heartfelt appreciation to all our sponsors for the support they provided to A-PLUS in 2025. Thank you PostalBluebookHelp, Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP, United Healthcare, Aetna, GEHA, Gray Matters, Atlanta Postal Credit Union, FedChoice Federal Credit Union, D. Smith Financial Corporation, Federal Benefits Information Center (FBIC), Southern New Hampshire University, USPS Diversity Development and our newest sponsor, B&W Insurance Group, for the invaluable information you provide our members all year long and we look forward to continuing our relationships in 2026.

39th A-PLUS National Convention: Make plans now to attend the 39th A-PLUS National Convention on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico. Hosted by the Northeast Region, the convention will be held at the Embassy Suites, Dorado Del Mar Beach Resort with our opening session on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Visit our website for hotel and registration details.

A-PLUS Elections of Officers: 2026 is an election year on the National, Regional and Chapter level for the 2026-2028 term of office. Nominations are closed for the National Election and should be closed or in progress at the Regional and Chapter levels. Ballots for the National Election will be mailed to active members prior to the National Convention. All newly elected officers will be sworn in.

Focus40: Finally, the next phase of the “Focus40” initiative is open to our members. Led by A-PLUS Executive VP, Brenda Blue, this initiative is designed to cultivate emerging leaders within the Postal Service and A-PLUS. Watch your email and social media channels for more details.
On behalf of the National Executive Board, I wish you a safe and joyful holiday season! We look forward to achieving great things in 2026!

In Unity and Service,

Debra Clayton

A-PLUS National President

“Proud A-PLUS lifer and member since 1990”