Advocacy in Action: How Associations Drive Industry Advocacy

Join a panel of industry advocacy leaders for a timely discussion on the legislative and regulatory issues shaping the food, fuel, and convenience marketplace across the Midwest.

Moderated by Nate Harris, CEO of the Illinois Food & Retail Association, the panel will feature Austin Harrison, Partner of Squire Patton Boggs; Alex Boehnke, Executive Director of the Ohio Energy & Convenience Association; Brian Clark, Executive Director of the Kentucky Petroleum Marketers Association; and Matt Norris of Krieg DeVault LLP, representing the Indiana Food & Fuel Association.

Panelists will share insights on current policy challenges, engagement strategies, and the power of member-driven advocacy.

Austin Harrison
Squire Patton Boggs
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Nate Harris
Illinois Fuel & Retail Association
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Matt Norris
Indiana Food & Fuel Association

Brian Clark
Kentucky Petroleum Marketers Association
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Alex Boehnke
Ohio Energy & Convenience Association
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Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Time: 9:00 am – 9:50 am

Location: Room 131, 1st Floor, Hall H

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