ICMA - International City/County Management Association

The future of local government starts at #ICMA2025. Join peers from around the world to explore bold ideas, sharpen your leadership, and build the connections that drive real impact. Ready to lead the change? Register now! https://lnkd.in/dQXnafz

Congratulations to the newly elected ICMA Executive Board members! We’re excited to see the passion, innovation, and leadership you’ll bring to advancing local government and supporting communities everywhere. Let’s extend our best wishes to the new board in the comments below! Left to right – Jānis Lange, Kristy Rogers, MPA, ICMA-CM, Meighan Wark, Katie Koester, Cori Burbach, Penny Postoak Ferguson, ICMA-CM, Justin Smith, and our Incoming President-elect, Andy Pederson.

Amy Cuddy, renowned social psychologist, bestselling author, and TED Talk speaker with over 70 million views, is joining #ICMA2025 with a keynote that #localgov leaders won’t want to miss. She’ll share transformative insights on how to approach high-pressure moments with confidence, authenticity, and presence, skills that are critical for leading through crisis, engaging with communities, and building trust. 🔑 Ready to strengthen your leadership presence? Join us at the ICMA Annual Conference. Register today! https://lnkd.in/eztEEyJw

ICMA's Student Chapters convene the next generation of local government professionals for networking opportunities like attending state conferences, as described by Gabriella Tomei, Chapter President of ICMA - Portland State University Student Chapter, in her article below. Thank you Gabriella for sharing your experience with us, and for being an engaged student member of ICMA! ICMA - International City/County Management Association https://lnkd.in/gMMAGaXP

Ready to elevate your leadership skills? The August issue of #PMMagazine is a must-read for anyone in local government. We're diving deep into the critical topic of council-manager relations, offering practical strategies to navigate political dynamics and build a strong, collaborative leadership team. Highlights include: • Rebuilding public trust • Navigating council-manager relations • Managing disruptive elected officials Empower your leadership. Get your copy today and get ahead! https://lnkd.in/dhNKE76K Thanks to all who contributed! Julia Novak, Illinois City/County Management Association (ILCMA), Elizabeth Doll of Braver Angels, Chantal Cotton Gaines, Camilla Posthill Conners, MPA, Jan Perkins, Tamara Letourneau, Mark Ryckman of First Responder Network Authority, Mike Letcher, Phil Kiraly, ICMA-CM, Village of Bensenville, Michael Jordan, Keith C. Metzler, Michael Huling, Rick Davis, ICMA-CM, Jon Quinday, ICMA-CM, Rod Gould, Frank Benest, Dr. Evgeniy Ivanov Marc Pfeiffer and MissionSquare Retirement.

Congratulations to Paul Grimes, City Manager of City of McKinney, Texas, on receiving the prestigious Award for Career Excellence in Memory of Mark E. Keane. Over the past nine years, Paul has transformed McKinney’s workplace culture, doubled employee engagement, and championed professional development through initiatives like the Leadership Academy. His leadership also secured $96 million in grants, funding major projects such as a new City Hall complex and airport terminal. Recognized by USA TODAY as one of the Top Places to Work in 2024, McKinney reflects Paul’s lasting impact. Here’s to a leader whose vision, dedication, and values have left an enduring mark on both his organization and community.

Over 9 million public service workers may qualify for loan forgiveness, but fewer than 3% have received it. Join us this Friday on LinkedIn Live with Tony Raffa at Savi to learn how local governments can help employees get the relief they deserve. LinkedIn Live! 📅 Aug. 15, 2:00 PM ET #LocalGovernment #StudentDebtRelief 

We’re proud to welcome Maria Solano as ICMA’s new Deputy Executive Director and COO. With extensive local government experience, including Deputy City Manager of City of Plymouth. Maria’s leadership and dedication strengthen our team. An active leader, she serves on the Minnesota City/County Management Association and Local Government Hispanic Network boards. She holds an MPA and a bachelor’s from Minnesota State University, Mankato. We can’t wait to see Maria bring her expertise, passion, and vision to advancing ICMA’s mission, empowering local government professionals to make an even greater impact worldwide.

America’s “culture of contempt” divides us, fueled by outrage and distrust. But what if we could choose a different path? Join Harvard professor and bestselling author Dr. Arthur Brooks as he shares timeless wisdom and cutting-edge science from his book Love Your Enemies. Discover how embracing our differences can lead to greater happiness, strength, and unity. This powerful general session is proudly sponsored by MissionSquare Retirement. Don’t miss it, sign up now and be part of the movement to heal and uplift our communities. https://lnkd.in/dQXnafz

The countdown to #ICMA2025 is on. Whether you're attending, speaking, exhibiting, or sponsoring, this is your opportunity to: • Connect with peers and leaders across the profession • Share innovative ideas and practical solutions • Gain insights to shape the future of local governance Use #ICMA2025 and tag @ICMA to join the conversation and expand your impact. https://lnkd.in/gExigiCt