Dear LMA Northeast Members,
As we continue to embrace our 2026 theme, “Be A Bridge,” I want to highlight one of the most important elements that supports every connection we build: trust.
Across our region, bridges represent more than physical structures; they symbolize reliability and connection. The Benjamin Franklin Bridge, linking Philadelphia and Camden, serves as a powerful example.
Built in the 1920s to meet growing demand for a permanent crossing over the Delaware River, the Benjamin Franklin Bridge relied on trust at every level, from engineers testing new approaches, to Pennsylvania and New Jersey leaders sharing responsibility and resources, and the public supporting the project every step of the way. When the bridge opened a century ago in 1926, tens of thousands of people walked across it, a powerful reminder of what can be accomplished when trust forms the foundation of a bold vision.
Looking forward to next month, the Philadelphia LSC Chapter Welcome Breakfast will be an incredible opportunity to meet one another, strengthen connections across our region and continue building on those foundations of trust.
Like any bridge, trust must be maintained through accountability, communication and continued engagement. I encourage each of you to look for opportunities to strengthen trust — whether by mentoring a colleague, sharing your expertise or deepening your involvement with LMA.
Thank you for your partnership and for the trust you place in this community. Together, we will continue building bridges that support our profession and one another.
Warmly,
Matthew Goffe
President, 2026
Legal Marketing Association – Northeast Region