The 2026 William Donald Schaefer Policy Conference & Award Ceremony will address Meeting Public Sector Workforce Needs.
The Schaefer Center for Public Policy invites you to the William Donald Schaefer Memorial Conference and Award Ceremony on April 24th at The Westin Hotel in Annapolis. This year’s conference topic is Meeting Public Sector Workforce Needs. The conference and award ceremony celebrate the legacy of William Donald Schaefer, in whose honor the Schaefer Center was established.
During lunch, we will present the 2026 William Donald Schaefer Award to a special awardee, who will be announced at the ceremony.
Please register here.
Although the event is free of charge, attendees are welcome to support the work of the Schaefer Center via this link: https://www.ubcommunity.org/annual-giving/support-schaefer-center
Join OpenGov in Chicagoland for their premier national conference—where innovation meets impact in the public sector. Over five dynamic days, (offering certifications April 27-28!) connect with 1,000+ government leaders, technologists, and changemakers shaping the future of modern governance. Session topics will cover the full spectrum of the Public Service Platform - no suite is left behind.
From hands-on product certifications and immersive workshops to visionary keynotes and networking events, this is your opportunity to discover the latest in digital transformation, learn from your peers, and elevate how your community works.
Connect with public servants from coast to coast—including city managers, finance directors, parks leaders, GIS pros, procurement teams, and a whole lot more! It’s the perfect chance to collaborate with peers from every corner of local government.
For more information and to register: https://conference.opengov.com/event/OGC2026/summary
Join WPLN and women leaders from across the country in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on June 4 and 5 for our 5th Annual National Summit! Attendees will hear from experts and leaders to learn how to become a more effective leader, at all levels of government, and connect with women from across the country to build their networks!
https://womenspublicleadership.net/events
The future of work is taking shape right now. AI, regulation, talent, and culture are evolving fast — and SHRM is where HR's brightest leaders come to see what's next.
At SHRM26, you'll experience the insights, conversations, and connections that set leaders apart. This is where foresight becomes momentum, where ideas turn into action, and where HR leaders leave ready to make a real impact.
Join the global HR community that comes together not just to keep up — but to grow, connect, and move forward together.
SHRM26 is where the future of work becomes yours to shape.
Find out more information and register for the conference here!
Bringing together the brightest minds in state and local government, this summit empowers public-sector leaders to explore cutting-edge technologies, modernize operations, and solve pressing challenges. From cybersecurity and AI to data governance and digital service delivery, sessions are designed to spark insight, foster collaboration, and accelerate real-world results. Whether you're shaping strategy or implementing solutions, the Summit delivers valuable peer connections and actionable guidance to help move your mission forward.
To register, click here.
The Summer Conference is held at the Roland Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, Worcester County. The annual conference draws nearly 2,000 local, state, and federal government official attendees and their families.
Approximately 30 continuing education sessions will be offered at the conference, featuring more than 80 speakers from the public and private sectors.
The conference also hosts state agency briefings, organization meetings, and regional county meetings as well as Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) committee meetings. Several education sessions are approved for the Academy for Excellence in Local Governance course credit.
For details click here.
Join us in the heart of the Pacific Northwest for the 2026 PSHRA Annual Conference. PSHRA26 is your opportunity to gather with public sector HR professionals to share ideas, spark connections, and gain insights into the challenges facing public sector HR today.
The PSHRA26 conference will take place from September 28, 2026 to September 30, 2026.
Schaefer Center for Public Policy
Maryland Certified Public Manager® Program
University of Baltimore
21 W. Mount Royal Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410.837.6188
Email: MDCPMAlumni@ubalt.edu
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