Facts about NAPO Minnesota

• The non-profit Minnesota Chapter of the National Association of Professional Organizers (also known as “NAPO Minnesota”) has been in existence since April 1994 and has more than 70 members.

• NAPO Minnesota represents Minnesota, Iowa, North and South Dakota and Northwestern Wisconsin.

• NAPO Minnesota professional organizers work with you in your home or your business to clear out clutter, streamline your systems and simplify your life.

• NAPO Minnesota members also provide support and information to those who are exploring or enjoying professional organizing as a career.

• Organizing specialties include papers, closets, kitchens, home offices, business offices, time management and many others.

• Many NAPO-MN members work not only as organizing consultants; they also serve as speakers, trainers, authors and inventors/manufacturers of organizing products.

• Professional organizers bring more to their jobs than just organizing skills and talents; many have a wealth of experience in complementary fields, such as psychology, social work, teaching, household management and interior design.

• NAPO Minnesota members agree to abide by a code of ethics that includes providing confidentiality to all clients.

• The Minnesota Chapter of NAPO is part of the national non-profit organization, NAPO, (www.NAPO.net). NAPO has been active since 1985 and currently has close to 4,000 members throughout the U.S. and in 8 other countries.

• The national organization and all of its chapters take pride in being recognized as The Organizing Authority.

• As declared by NAPO, January is National “Get Organized Month(sm)” since “getting organized” is consistently one of the top five New Year’s resolutions.

• In the last few years, the organizing industry has grown tremendously as many entrepreneurs (mostly women) explore this satisfying career choice, and cable shows enable the public to learn more about organizing and how professional organizers work.