By: KeyCrew Media

Two of the mortgage broker industry’s leading advocacy organizations are joining forces for the first time, with the Broker Action Coalition (BAC) and the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) announcing a joint fly-in event this spring in Washington, D.C.

The event, titled “Advocacy in Action: Better Together,” is scheduled for April 20-22, 2026, and will bring independent mortgage brokers from across the country to Capitol Hill for policy briefings, issue discussions, and meetings with members of Congress and their staff.

The announcement was made at NAMB Focus and marks a significant step forward in how the two organizations approach federal advocacy. BAC Chief Advocacy Officer Brendan McKay, who also owns McKay Mortgage, said the collaboration is a tangible example of the unity message he has been promoting throughout his time in Washington.

“NAMB and the BAC coming together in this manner shows not just talk about unity across divisions, but also action towards it,” McKay said. “In Washington, DC, being on the same page is extremely important.”

A Track Record That Earned the Room

McKay pointed to the passage of trigger lead legislation as an example of how the broker community can achieve success in Washington when working together. The BAC made the issue its top priority at its founding three years ago, and the legislation has since been passed.

“Mortgage brokers told us three years ago when we founded the BAC that trigger lead legislation was one of the most important issues for them,” McKay said. “And in just three years, which is considered a relatively short time in DC terms, the legislation has passed, and that issue has been addressed.”

That win, McKay argues, should serve as a positive indication to the broader broker community that sustained, well-supported advocacy can lead to results. His advocacy work has focused on issues affecting brokers’ ability to serve Veterans, minorities, and underserved communities.

A Unified Front Across All Divisions

Rachel Clark, Executive Director of the BAC, framed the joint event as an opportunity to amplify a voice that becomes stronger when united. “Policy decisions are being made every day that directly impact brokers and the families we serve,” Clark said. “By co-hosting this event with NAMB, we are creating a stronger, louder, and more influential voice for independent brokers. This is about showing up, building relationships, and making sure our industry is represented where it matters most on Capitol Hill.”

McKay echoed that sentiment, emphasizing that differences within the broker community should not divide them in Washington. “In DC, we are united,” he said. “We do not care if you’re W-2 or 1099. We do not care if you are a true broker or if you’re a non-delegated correspondent, and we certainly do not care which mortgage lenders you do or do not work with.”

Funding the Fight Going Forward

With the trigger lead victory behind them, McKay is now urging brokers to continue supporting the advocacy infrastructure that made it possible. “Brokers are a group that tends to be skeptical,” he said. “Well, you’ve seen it. Trigger lead legislation was one of the most important issues to you. It’s done, proof of concept. The BAC has demonstrated its capability to advocate for and represent mortgage brokers in Washington, DC. And if you want this to continue, you need to step up and help fund it.”

McKay described the gap between what BAC has achieved with limited resources and what it could accomplish with broader financial support. “We’re constantly having to prioritize which issues we can take on and which ones we can’t from a logistical standpoint,” he said. “If we were talking about getting donations at scale, there would really be few limits to what we could accomplish.”

Open to Brokers at Every Level

Registration for “Advocacy in Action: Better Together” is priced at $99, a decision made to keep participation accessible regardless of production volume. More information and registration details are available at https://brokeractioncoalition.com/aia-2026.