The task of maintaining ethical leadership while avoiding partisanship has never been more critical. Local government organizations are challenged to support a balance that inspires trust, fosters transparency, and upholds the principles of democracy while embracing their roles as guardians of integrity and inclusivity.
SPEAKERS:
Pamela Davis, Assistant City Manager, City of Boulder, CO
Michelle L. Ferguson, Executive Vice President, Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. and former Assistant City Manager of the County of Arlington, VA
Michael S. Land, City Manager, City of Coppell, TX
DATE: March 18, 2026
COST: Free!
TIME: 10:30 am PT / 11:30 am MT / 12:30 pm CT / 1:30 p.m. ET
ICMA PRACTICE AREAS: [1] Personal and Professional Integrity, [4] Staff Effectiveness, and [6] Strategic Leadership
ICMA TOPICS: Ethics and Leadership
FOR JOB TITLES: Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Assistant Chief Administrative Officer (ACAO), Department Head, Mid-Management and Entry-Level Staff, and Student and Intern
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