May 6, 2026
Government Affairs Reception
The NC Chamber’s Government Affairs Reception brings together business leaders, local chambers of commerce, and legislators for an evening of networking with the state’s legislative leaders and decision-makers. The event features a political briefing offering insight into the current political landscape and policy implications shaping the road ahead, followed by a reception-style gathering where attendees can enjoy refreshments and engage in meaningful conversations.
We invite North Carolina legislators and legislative assistants to join us as guests on a complimentary basis!
Agenda
Wednesday, May 6
| 3:30 pm | Political Briefing Overview: Registration and Networking |
| 4:00 pm | Welcome Remarks Jake Cashion, Vice President of Government Affairs, NC Chamber |
| 4:10 pm | Political Briefing Overview This briefing features David Avella, veteran Republican strategist and chairman of GOPAC, Inc., and Meghan Hays, veteran Democratic strategist and principal of West Shore Strategies. Both are nationally recognized and sought after for their perspectives on the current political landscape, electoral dynamics, and policy implications shaping the road ahead.
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| 4:45 pm | Government Affairs Reception: Registration and Reception The NC Chamber hosts its Government Affairs Reception to bring together business leaders, local chambers of commerce, and legislators. This event is structured reception-style, giving attendees the chance to enjoy refreshments while networking with the state’s legislative leaders and decision-makers. |
| 7:30 pm | Event Concludes |