Category: Annual Conference

#ELGL14: Word on the Street

Limited space remains for #ELGL14 so we polled attendees about what they expect from #ELGL14. #ELGL14 is……. ……..the embodiment of our collective interest, passion, and dedication to making great places for all of us to call “home”.  Ben McCready, City of Rock Island, IL …..a rocketship full of government leaders ready to blast off into … Continued

#ELGL14 Free Attendance Contest

Here’s YOUR chance to win free attendance at #ELGL14! One of our sponsors, Project A, is giving away one of their conference attendance spots to a deserving ELGL member. Here’s how YOU can be a big winner: Take a look at Project A’s website and their government clients. Identify one or two local government technology trends … Continued

#ELGL14 Sponsor: Jordan Ramis

It’s our pleasure to announce the fourteenth #ELGL14 conference sponsor: Jordan Ramis!  Jordan Ramis represents a variety of local government clients, and we’re happy they’re on board with #ELGL14. Are you interested in becoming an #ELGL14 sponsor?  We’re sold out at our $500 sponsorship level, but you can still click here to learn more and sign up today … Continued

#ELGL14 Sponsor: Project A

It’s our pleasure to announce the thirteenth #ELGL14 conference sponsor: Project A!  Full disclosure: ELGL met Project A CEO Jim Teece at the CPBB conference and we are a match made in heaven.  Who else can create photos like this on the fly?! And above and beyond his rad Photoshop skillz, Jim and his team are seasoned web … Continued

The Power of “Yes”

J.D. Roth, Author, Speaker, Advisor Bio: I’m a personal-finance blogger who also writes and speaks about self-improvement. First paying job: Planting cauliflower Soundtrack of your life: The Emperor’s New Clothes by Snead O’Connor Book you are currently reading: Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell (for the sixth time)   Introduction: Eric King, City Manager, Bend, OR … Continued

Public Participation Trends & Concepts

And now a word from our panelists and moderator. Jim Middaugh, Communications Director, Oregon Metro Bio: I am responsible for Metro’s communications, media relations and public engagement work. First paying job: Lifeguard Soundtrack of your life: Kikko’s Song Book you are currently reading: Bruce — by Peter Ames Carlin Anything else: I like bicycling  Steve … Continued

60 Local Government Ideas in 60 Minutes

And now a word from our panelists and moderator. Carolyn Eagan, Business Advocate, Bend, OR Bio: As the City of Bend’s Business Advocate, I work for all of the businesses in Bend but I’m employed by the City. It is sort of an Omsbudsman to the business community. The other part of my job is … Continued

#ELGL14 Sponsor: Socrata

It’s our pleasure to announce the twelvth #ELGL14 conference sponsor: Socrata!  Socrata’s open data and open performance platform have transformed how data is discovered, analyzed, and shared online. Are you interested in becoming an #ELGL14 sponsor?  Click here to learn more and sign up today – spaces are limited. A huge high five to Socrata – welcome to … Continued

#ELGL14 Speaker Bios: Finding Your Next Government Job

Ron Holifield, President, Strategic Government Resources Bio: I serve as primary visionary and leadership provocateur at SGR. My job is to challenge, inspire and motivate our team to change the world by helping thought leading local governments Recruit, Assess and Develop Innovative, Collaborative and Authentic Leaders. First paying job: Mowing Lawns Soundtrack of your life: … Continued

#ELGL14 Sponsor: City of Sandy

It’s our pleasure to announce the eleventh #ELGL14 conference sponsor: the City of Sandy, Oregon! Are you interested in becoming an #ELGL14 sponsor?  Click here to learn more and sign up today – spaces are limited. A huge high five to the City of Sandy – welcome to the #ELGL14 team!

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