[vc_row][vc_column][wpl_section_title text_align=”text-center” title=”Luncheons, breakfasts, and other unique gatherings that don’t fall under the educational tracks.” small_description=”Please Note: Some events require separate registration and may require payment.”][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_toggle title=”ICMA and Friends Equity Mixer | Sunday, October 20, 7–9 p.m.”]This event is free.
Join ICMA, CivicPRIDE, the League of Women in Government, the National Forum for Black Public Administrators, the Local Government Hispanic Network, the International Network of Asian Public Administrators, ICMA veterans, the National Association of County Administrators, Engaging Local Government Leaders, and other friends for another mix and mingle with managers, up-and-comers, students, and everyone in between. All are invited to a networking mixer Sunday evening following the Opening General Session. Wear your name badge and bring your business cards! This event is free.[/vc_toggle][vc_separator color=”custom” accent_color=”#00b289″][vc_toggle title=”Inspirational Breakfast | Monday, Oct. 21, 7–8:15 a.m.”]Henry Cho, born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee, began his career as a stand-up comedian in the 1980s. Sometimes referred to as “Mr. Clean” because of his family-friendly comedy, Cho has appeared as a guest on talk shows, including The Tonight Show and The Late, Late Show. In addition, he has had roles in numerous movies and TV shows and is a repeat performer on the Grand Ole Opry. His comedy routines focus on growing up as a Korean in East Tennessee during the 1960s and 1970s and being “Korean with a Southern Accent.” Due to his unique childhood experiences, Cho brings a light-hearted inspirational message about finding and developing one’s own strengths to become successful.[/vc_toggle][vc_separator color=”custom” accent_color=”#00b289″][vc_toggle title=”Assistants’ Luncheon | Monday, Oct. 21, 11:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m.”]Topic: Building Your Leadership Muscle: Thinking Differently about Your Path Forward
How do you know if you’re ready to move up to the CAO position? What skills do you need to advance? Or are you considering staying in the assistant/deputy role? Do you want to be best at your job, but don’t necessarily want to be the manager? During this interactive session, current assistants, a recently appointed manager, and an assistant who has done both jobs will use live polling, video, and table conversations to tackle these questions and more. Everyone is welcome.
[/vc_toggle][vc_separator color=”custom” accent_color=”#00b289″][vc_toggle title=”County Administrators’ Idea Exchange | Monday, Oct. 21, 12:45–2:45 p.m.”]Building Your Leadership Muscle: Thinking Differently about The National Association of County Administrators (NACA) will host an idea exchange—an informal roundtable discussion for county administrators to discuss issues that are important to county governance.[/vc_toggle][vc_separator color=”custom” accent_color=”#00b289″][vc_toggle title=”CivicPRIDE Mixer | Monday, Oct. 21, 4-5 p.m.”]Join CivicPRIDE, ELGL, and ICMA at the 5th annual mixer to celebrate another year of advancement for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA) professionals in city and county management. This is an outstanding opportunity to support and connect with friends and colleagues over pre-dinner refreshments.[/vc_toggle][vc_separator color=”custom” accent_color=”#00b289″][vc_toggle title=”Assistants’ Forum | Monday, Oct. 21, 4–5:30 p.m.”]Topic: Building Your Leadership Muscle: Reaching for the Top Job and/or How to Be the Best Assistant/Deputy Ever
As a continuation of the Assistants’ Luncheon conversation, the Assistants’ Forum will look at key core competencies that are critical to be a competitive and successful CAO or assistant manager, regardless of the career path you choose. Hear about the 3 R’s for assistants—roles, relationships, and responsibilities—and learn career development skills and resources to become or succeed as an assistant/deputy or manager. If you are wondering what the next step in your career might be, this session is for you.[/vc_toggle][vc_separator color=”custom” accent_color=”#00b289″][vc_toggle title=”Affiliate, Alumni, and State Association Receptions and Dinners | Monday, Oct. 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.”]Receptions will be held in the Omni Nashville Hotel. Tickets are not required for affiliate, alumni, and state receptions. To arrange a room for a Monday evening reception, contact Felicia Littky (flittky@icma.org). If you’re planning a state or affiliate organization dinner for Monday evening and need restaurant suggestions, please visit https://www.visitmusiccity.com/meetings/convention-services/event-venues/search or contact Visit Music City’s Customer Service Center at 615-259-4700. The concierge line is available Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (CT) and Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. (CT).[/vc_toggle][vc_separator color=”custom” accent_color=”#00b289″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]