International City/County Management Association
The International City/County Management Association (ICMA), is the premier organization of professional local government leaders building sustainable communities to improve lives worldwide. The organization’s mission is to create excellence in local governance by developing and fostering professional management to build better communities. ICMA provides member support; publications; data and information; peer and results-oriented assistance; and training and professional development to nearly 13,000 city, town, and county experts and other individuals and organizations throughout the world.
Other ICMA Events:
Local Government Reimagined: The AI Edge
Rapid expansion of the AI frontier offers increasing opportunities for reimagining local government management and service delivery. The conference will spotlight the growing potential – and pitfalls to avoid – of leveraging AI to efficiently and effectively improve local government operations.
April 8-10, 2026 | Orlando, FL
Local Government Reimagined: Democracy and the Public Trust
2026 marks the 250th anniversary of American democracy, yet today’s public servants continue to face heightened polarization in their communities. This conference will celebrate the mission and work of ethical, professional local government management even in politically charged times.
May 13-15, 2026 | Philadelphia, PA
ICMA Annual Conference
Plan to join over 5,000 local government leaders in Long Beach for the ICMA Annual Conference, the organization’s flagship event of the year. This immersive conference brings together local government professionals from around the globe, creating an unparalleled environment for learning, professional renewal, and meaningful connection.
October 17-21, 2026 | Long Beach, CA
National Brownfields Training Conference
The National Brownfields Training Conference is the largest event in the nation focused on environmental revitalization and economic redevelopment. Held every two years, this event brings together over 2,000 stakeholders from government, industry, and the community to share knowledge and best practices on the remediation and redevelopment of contaminated properties, known as brownfields.
May 25-28, 2027 | Salt Lake City, UT
