Frequently Asked Questions
The National Association of Professional Organizers is “The Organizing Authority”. Founded in 1985, it is the largest national association of and for organizers with over 3,800 members throughout the world. NAPO’s mission is to develop, lead, and promote professional organizers and the organizing industry. NAPO members benefit by connecting to others in their field throughout the world, as well as having corporate relationships to major vendors. Membership gives professionals access to first-rate educational opportunities through conferences and classes led by accomplished Organizers.
A NAPO member has dedicated themselves to their profession and has educated themselves through conference, chapter meetings and teleclasses. When you hire a NAPO Professional Organizer, you are hiring a skilled professional. NAPO members sign a Code of Ethics to insure your personal information will remain confidential. A professional organizer who is a NAPO member has made a commitment to their business and thus to you, the client.
We hold regular monthly member meetings featuring guest speakers. Topics have included public relations, professional image consultation and legal advice - to name a few. We are also given the opportunity to meet with representatives from major organizing product retailers.
Every January we participate in GET ORGANIZED MONTH which lets us focus on giving back to the community using our professional skills to help a local charity. In the past, we have worked with Ronald McDonald House to organize their food storage and office space. We are looking forward to helping with other charitable events in the future.
Please visit our Members area to find an organizer in your area.
HOW CAN I BECOME A MEMBER OF THE SEATTLE AREA NAPO CHAPTER? Membership is open to anyone who is currently a member in good standing of NAPO. (To become a member of NAPO, visit www.napo.net ) We have members ranging from Bellingham to Enumclaw to Tacoma. For information on membership, contact Linda Deppa at linda@nwinteriorscom
Every Professional Organizer is different, depending on his or her own style, personality and specialization. There are some things, however, that you can always expect from working with a Professional Organizer.
1. Confidentiality
Our code of ethics places emphasis on the importance of guarding the identity of our clients unless there is special permission given by the client to do so.
2. Non-Judgemental Attitude
Professional Organizers will act in a respectful way toward the client and their environment. We understand that there can be a lot of emotions connected with a client’s possessions, and we do not judge or criticize our clients.
3. Fun!
Organizing isn’t always easy, but it can actually be fun. Through humor and understanding, an organizer can make tasks that seemed daunting and overwhelming feel manageable and even enjoyable.