How leaders can connect performance, evidence, and communication to strengthen legitimacy and trust.

What playing pool taught me about leading in local government.

A conversation with Tom Joyce on mission-driven leadership, his journey to local government, and why communities should recruit veterans.

How one Colorado city transformed staff recommendations into sustainable programs for recognition, training, volunteering, and workplace culture.

Democracy is sustained not only through civic participation but also through behind-the-scenes work that builds public trust and institutional effectiveness in local government.

Discover our Game Changers, explore 21 preconference micro-certifications, and lock in team or member savings.

Relationship-building and data-driven storytelling can help procurement professionals demonstrate the value they bring to every project.

Watch Jon Meacham’s 60-second message to local government leaders. And more hotel rooms added. Best value pricing ends August 26.

Three-day event will showcase innovative strategies that expand opportunity and strengthen community prosperity.