NAC member content

National Associations Council

National Associations Council

The National Associations Council (NAC) is the global forum for heads and representatives of WFA's network of national industry associations in 60 countries. It offers a unique opportunity for national associations representing the common interests of marketers to learn from each other, collaborate and share ideas, insights and success stories.

NAC members

Contact

Chairperson

  • Henriette van Swinderen

    Henriette van Swinderen

    Director, bvA (the Netherlands)

WFA Contact

  • Laura Baeyens

    Laura Baeyens

    Senior Communications Manager & National Associations Council Lead
    l.baeyens@wfanet.org
Events

Upcoming NAC meetings and events

  1. National Associations Council

    Stockholm Sweden

    24 Apr 2026

    Show more
  2. National Associations Council (virtual) Online meeting

    30 Jun 2026

    Show more

Updates & industry initiatives from the NAC network

  1.    Swedish ad industry launches CommToAct Planet initiative to drive credible sustainability communication
    Advertising & policySustainability

    Swedish ad industry launches CommToAct Planet initiative to drive credible sustainability communication

    New cross-industry initiative will develop guidance and resources to help marketers communicate on climate action and accelerate the green transition

    Read more about "Swedish ad industry launches CommToAct Planet initiative to drive credible sustainability communication"
  2.    National industry associations from 25 countries gather in Istanbul
    Cross-media measurementGlobal Marketer WeekInclusive marketingHalo

    National industry associations from 25 countries gather in Istanbul

    WFA National Associations Council members discussed the leadership role of national associations in helping their members and the industry drive sustainable growth

    Read more about "National industry associations from 25 countries gather in Istanbul"
  3.    WFA President’s Awards recognise five initiatives around the world
    Global Marketer WeekPresident's Awards

    WFA President’s Awards recognise five initiatives around the world

    Industry Associations from Brazil, France, Norway, UK and USA all recognised for outstanding marketing leadership

    Read more about "WFA President’s Awards recognise five initiatives around the world"
  4.    UK programmatic audit suggests improvements in online advertising transparency

    UK programmatic audit suggests improvements in online advertising transparency

    Clare O'Brien, ISBA's Head of Media, Performance & Effectiveness, shares on the ins and outs of the second iteration of their Programatic Supply Chain Transparency Study

    Read more about "UK programmatic audit suggests improvements in online advertising transparency"
  5.    Greek association strengthens local Planet Pledge efforts with the addition of four new members

    Greek association strengthens local Planet Pledge efforts with the addition of four new members

    WFA’s Planet Pledge initiative aims to put marketers at the centre of the fight against climate change

    Read more about "Greek association strengthens local Planet Pledge efforts with the addition of four new members"
  6.    UBA cements its sustainability credentials with the launch of CommToZero Platform and Zero Greenwashing guidance

    UBA cements its sustainability credentials with the launch of CommToZero Platform and Zero Greenwashing guidance

    The Belgian association hopes to promote more sustainable behaviours among consumers and help marketers make effective and truthful environmental claims.

    Read more about "UBA cements its sustainability credentials with the launch of CommToZero Platform and Zero Greenwashing guidance"
  7.    ISA re-elects Sunil Kataria as chairman

    ISA re-elects Sunil Kataria as chairman

    Raymond's Sunil Kataria will continue as the head of The Indian Society of Advertisers

    Read more about "ISA re-elects Sunil Kataria as chairman"
  8.    AANA appoints new CEO

    AANA appoints new CEO

    Josh Faulks will take over the leadership of the Australian Association of National Advertisers as the new Chief Executive Officer

    Read more about "AANA appoints new CEO"
  9.    National associations gather in Dublin and Santiago

    National associations gather in Dublin and Santiago

    The WFA’s national associations are starting to meet in person again following the pandemic, with two meetings this month in Europe and Latin America

    Read more about "National associations gather in Dublin and Santiago"
  10.    Dutch association receives royal designation for 100 years of representing the interests of advertisers
    Advertising & policyValue of advertising

    Dutch association receives royal designation for 100 years of representing the interests of advertisers

    bvA challenges brand leaders to play an active role in addressing societal issues

    Read more about "Dutch association receives royal designation for 100 years of representing the interests of advertisers"
  11.    Ad Net Zero goes global to help the ad industry achieve net zero
    Advertising & policySustainability

    Ad Net Zero goes global to help the ad industry achieve net zero

    Initial focus of the global expansion will be in major advertising markets including the US and several EU countries

    Read more about "Ad Net Zero goes global to help the ad industry achieve net zero"
  12.    How industry associations are supporting the ad industry and people of Ukraine

    How industry associations are supporting the ad industry and people of Ukraine

    Industry associations in Europe and beyond have been rallying their members and the advertising industry to support the people of Ukraine

    Read more about "How industry associations are supporting the ad industry and people of Ukraine"
  13.    Marketing Finland creates label for companies and organisations helping Ukraine

    Marketing Finland creates label for companies and organisations helping Ukraine

    The “Ukraine Brand” aims to help the Finnish private and public sector show their support for Ukraine and encourage others to help

    Read more about "Marketing Finland creates label for companies and organisations helping Ukraine"
  14.    Slovenian association helps Ukrainian families through creative competition and NFTs

    Slovenian association helps Ukrainian families through creative competition and NFTs

    SOZ converts creative works into NFTs to raise funds for Ukrainian families taking refuge in Slovenia

    Read more about "Slovenian association helps Ukrainian families through creative competition and NFTs"
  15.    ISBA and IPA launch ‘Pitch Positive Pledge’ to improve pitching outcomes

    ISBA and IPA launch ‘Pitch Positive Pledge’ to improve pitching outcomes

    New pledge aims to improve transparency, mental wellbeing and quality of work and reduce costs and wastage in the pitching process

    Read more about "ISBA and IPA launch ‘Pitch Positive Pledge’ to improve pitching outcomes"