Local government leaders gathered in Long Beach, California, to exchange practical ideas, strengthen connections, and renew their commitment to the communities they serve.

Govtech Ventures founder Rachel Stern shared a practical framework for evaluating AI solutions, managing risk, and making smarter technology investments in local government.

How local government leaders navigate competing priorities, protect essential services, and turn community trust into meaningful action.

As ICMA’s 2026 Annual Conference concluded, keynote speaker Liz Bohannon revealed why the greatest source of resilience isn’t individual strength, but human connection.

Presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize–winning author Jon Meacham draws on America’s past to show how local government leaders can build trust and give their communities hope.

How intentional leadership, psychological safety, and meaningful performance measures can help strengthen teams, build trust, and deliver better outcomes.

Leigh-Ann Buchanan explores how understanding your natural innovation strengths can help you build community trust and deliver public excellence.

El Paso, Texas, Economic Recovery Corps participants share how trust and cross-border collaboration can build lasting partnerships and strengthen regional economic development.