From the President

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FROM THE PRESIDENT Resolutions & Reflections | Gulam Zade

As we enter a new year, I am pleased to write to you for the first time as President of the Nashville Bar Association. I have been heavily involved with the NBA since becoming a licensed attorney more than 11 years ago. My previous roles as Young Lawyers Division President and Leadership Forum Co-Chair cemented my passion for this organization and gave me opportunities to build relationships with many of our members while developing a deep understanding of how the NBA creates value for attorneys in all stages of the profession. It has been an honor to watch and support the NBA’s growth over the last decade, and I am excited to continue this charge in 2023.

When I reflect on my experience with the NBA, its impact and influence on my career are readily apparent. The NBA is the connection point to many of my long-standing friends and colleagues, many of whom have supported me in my ambition to one day lead the organization that has given me so much. I’d be remiss not to acknowledge the role the Young Lawyers Division of the NBA has had on my growth and the ways it pushed, educated, and empowered me personally and professionally.

Perhaps most importantly, I want to thank the NBA’s previous leaders who have been instrumental in supporting and guiding the development of many young lawyers over the years, including myself. I’ve watched them further the NBA’s mission to improve the practice of law via fellowship, education and service and am privileged to have had the opportunity to learn from these accomplished professionals. I hope I can leave a lasting positive impact on others the way they’ve left their mark on me and many others.

As the youngest attorney to hold the position of NBA president, I recognize that I am uniquely positioned to continue ensuring this organization creates value for long-standing members and is an organization of importance and relevance for attorneys who are early in their careers. I’m grateful for the relationships, opportunities, and experiences the NBA has afforded me, and I look forward to ensuring the NBA’s future is bright. That is my resolution and priority as we begin 2023, and I appreciate your support!

Sincerely,

Gulam Zade n