The ICMA Credentialed Manager (ICMA-CM) designation has become widely respected, frequently requested in recruitment of positions and cited in positive media coverage of public stewardship. Congratulations to the following members, who have been recommended by the Credentialing Advisory Board to receive ICMA Credentialed Manager or Candidate status in August 2023.

ICMA Credentialed Managers are professional local government managers qualified by a combination of education and experience, adherence to high standards of integrity, and an assessed commitment to lifelong learning and professional development. Objections must be filed in writing to the ICMA Executive Director (via credentialing@icma.org) and received by July 28, 2023. 

ICMA Credentialed Managers

Christopher Davis, Farmville, VA       

Timothy Ellis, Goodlettsville, TN

Paul Hensch, Spencer, WI

James Lindsay, Saratoga, CA

Ryan McLean, Diamond Bar, CA

Noah Schuchman, Duluth, MN

Marion Stewart III, Darlington County, SC

Armando Villa, Menifee, CA

ICMA Credentialed Manager Candidates

Sunny Bryant, El Paso County, CO

Michael Johns, Boxborough, MA

Justin Maughan, Nipley, UT

Matthew von der Hayden, Stafford Township, NJ