Bold ideas. Real connections. Next-level leadership. What to Expect Advanced Leadership Skills: Strengthen your leadership through focused sessions on strengths-based leadership, communication, and strategic thinking. Collaborative Environment: Connect with peers and engage in facilitated discussions around real-world leadership challenges and best practices. Practical Tools and Insights: Gain actionable tools and strategies from navigating crucial conversations to building effective partnerships. Who Should Attend This event is designed for general managers and executive-level staff at public agencies. ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 8 Facilitator Dr. Steve Swafford, IOM, is a Balance Warrior and CEO with over 30 years of experience in non-profits, trade associations, and professional societies. His expertise spans strategy, leadership development, communication, and governance. He brings a practical knowledge of strategy and executive leadership with past organizations such as the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), Club Managers Association of America (CMAA), and American Subcontractors Association (ASA) where he most recently served as the executive director. Steve is active in California Society of Association Executives (CalSAE) and American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) leadership serving on the Board of Directors; Leadership Development Committee; Membership Committee Chair; Professional Development Committee Chair; Southern California Regional Council; university leadership advisor; and volunteer staff pastor. Additionally, Steve is a 15-year faculty member for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute of Management and serves on the Curriculum Committee for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and on the Board of Directors for Lambda Chi Alpha International Fraternity. Steve is Full-Time Practitioner Faculty for Pepperdine University’s Graziadio Business School and co-founder of Leadership Outfitters, LLC.
