![Photos of Marc Ott and South African leaders](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2023-12/Letter%20from%20the%20CEO.jpg?itok=8WfyiDmf)
South African conference reflects common worldwide challenges
![Ethics Matter](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2023-12/Ethics%20Matter.jpg?itok=3D4UkC5l)
Celebrating this milestone and reflections on the year ahead
![Illustration of people looking to the future](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2023-12/AdobeStock_627614712.jpg?itok=dHo4QUh1)
A personal journey of ego reflection and professional growth
![Image of Cynthia Seelhammer](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2023-12/Global%20spotlight%202.jpg?itok=wICM-6ZX)
ICMA is recognizing professionals who have one-of-a-kind local government experience through engaging in global knowledge exchange and fellowship programs.
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An article by AI chatbot Claude, along with the human author’s edits.
![US Border Cities Panel](/sites/default/files/styles/lead_image/public/2023-12/230930-145308-ICMA2023Annual-NNT-00392.jpg?itok=SW3yjzYr)
Border communities are utilizing agile and innovative thinking to manage the flow of migrants, while simultaneously managing their communities.
![Local Government Hiring](/sites/default/files/styles/lead_image/public/2023-12/Government%20Recruiting%20Hiring_960x540%20Lead.png?itok=eKrTI9LK)
New stats that outline challenges local governments are experiencing by being short-staffed and how they must respond to attract and retain talent.
![Headshot of author Marc Ott](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2021-07/Marc_Ott-3654-Edit-2_lead_image.jpg?itok=hg3wFiN4)
Thanks to our members for another remarkable year for ICMA.
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People count on you as a leader. Amid all the demands and distractions, how do you show up, being present, focused, and energized to serve others?