--- title: "Chapter Success Webinar: Passing the Baton and Finding More Volunteers" description: Discover practical strategies for smooth chapter leadership transitions, preserving chapter knowledge, and recruiting new volunteers in this Chapter Success Series webinar. image: https://blogs.payroll.org/hubfs/iStock-1952546799.jpg --- [![soc-fb](https://blogs.payroll.org/hubfs/ct-23-assets/footer-icon_fb.svg "soc-fb")](https://www.facebook.com/American-Payroll-Associations-Chapter-Relations-877434285724525/) [![soc-in](https://blogs.payroll.org/hubfs/ct-23-assets/footer-icon_li.svg "soc-in")](http://www.linkedin.com/groups?about=&gid=1051077&trk=anet_ug_grppro) [![Twitter-X-White-Logo-PNG](https://blogs.payroll.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Twitter-X-White-Logo-PNG.png?width=20&height=19&name=Twitter-X-White-Logo-PNG.png)](https://twitter.com/APAChapters?lang=en)   - [Home](https://blogs.payroll.org/chapter-leaders) - [About](https://blogs.payroll.org/about) - [Connect](https://blogs.payroll.org/connect) - [Resources](https://blogs.payroll.org/resources) ![23 PAYO Chapter Blog](https://blogs.payroll.org/hubfs/CL-2023-images/23%20PAYO%20Chapter%20Blog.jpg "23 PAYO Chapter Blog") by [Yasmelin Cruz](https://blogs.payroll.org/chapter-leaders/author/yasmelin-cruz) on Oct 22, 2026, 10:00:01 AM # Chapter Success Webinar: Passing the Baton and Finding More Volunteers Strong chapters thrive when leadership knowledge is shared, transitions are seamless, and new volunteers feel empowered to get involved. But how can your chapter prepare its next generation of leaders while keeping current volunteers engaged and energized?![iStock-1952546799](https://blogs.payroll.org/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-1952546799.jpg?width=501&height=233&name=iStock-1952546799.jpg) Join PayrollOrg’s Chapter Relations team and experienced chapter leaders for the *Chapter Success Series: Passing the Baton and Finding More Volunteers*, an engaging webinar packed with practical ideas and real-world insights to help your chapter build a sustainable leadership pipeline. Whether your chapter is preparing for an upcoming leadership transition, looking to prevent volunteer burnout, or hoping to bring fresh perspectives to its team, this session will help you turn common challenges into opportunities for growth.   **Topic: Passing the Baton and Finding More Volunteers**  **Date: Friday, November 20, 2026** **Time: 1:00 PM ET[![iStock-1448383207-1](https://blogs.payroll.org/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-1448383207-1.jpg?width=223&height=122&name=iStock-1448383207-1.jpg)](https://store.payroll.org/class/a1ZPn000008PdftMAC/detail)** **What You’ll Learn** Discover actionable strategies to help your chapter strengthen its leadership structure and expand volunteer engagement, including how to: - **Preserve valuable chapter knowledge.** Document key responsibilities, processes, bylaws, and resources so incoming leaders have the information they need to succeed. - **Make leadership transitions smoother.** Create opportunities for incoming officers to learn the ropes before stepping into their new roles. - **Build your volunteer pipeline.** Make volunteer opportunities clear, specific, and approachable so members understand how they can contribute. - **Engage the next generation.** Connect with members, students, and younger professionals by offering meaningful opportunities to get involved. - **Learn from other chapters.** Exchange ideas, share successful approaches, and discover strategies that have worked for fellow chapter leaders.   **Learn From Experienced Chapter Leaders** Hear firsthand perspectives from chapter leaders who understand the rewards and challenges of building a thriving volunteer community. Through practical examples and shared experiences, you’ll gain fresh ideas for transferring knowledge, encouraging participation, and creating a stronger foundation for future chapter success. **Featured Speakers** - **Robin Davis, CPP**, Director of Payroll Operations, Abound Health - **Christine Porras, CPP**, Supervisor of Outsourced Payroll Solutions, Yeo & Yeo PC - **Yasmelin Cruz**, Chapter Relations Manager, PayrollOrg   **Take the Next Step Toward Chapter Success** Every successful leadership transition starts with preparation, and every strong volunteer team starts with an invitation to get involved. Walk away with practical ways to preserve institutional knowledge, support incoming officers, reduce the burden on existing volunteers, and create new opportunities for members to make a difference. Small changes in how your chapter shares information and invites participation can make a lasting impact. The webinar will include a **live Q&A session** and will be **available on demand**, making it easy to revisit key takeaways and share ideas with your chapter leadership team. --- ![undefined-Jan-07-2026-09-25-55-3805-PM](https://blogs.payroll.org/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Jan-07-2026-09-25-55-3805-PM.jpeg?width=297&height=124&name=undefined-Jan-07-2026-09-25-55-3805-PM.jpeg) This is a friendly reminder that our **October Chapters Live Chat** is happening this **Friday, October 23 at 3:00pm** **ET**! 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