NACo Events

Join county government leaders as they share practical, battle-tested ways they’ve transformed operations in the age of AI — from consolidating content and replacing legacy file systems to securing mission-critical election workflows.

Learn how future‑ready infrastructure can position your county to lead in smart government initiatives and prepare for emerging capabilities like AI, digital twins, and next‑generation applications.

Under the leadership of National Association of Counties (NACo) President JD Clark, the 2025 NACo Storytellers Symposium and Fall Board of Directors Meeting will convene county leaders in Wise County, Texas December 4–6, 2025.

Hosted by the Local Government Legal Center (LGLC), join legal experts in a discussion of the new Supreme Court term and what decisions local governments should watch.

Friday, December 5, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ET

Counties today face increasing pressure to make every public dollar count. Success depends not only on smart financial strategy, but also on strong communication across departments, with the community, and with the board of commissioners. Join Jones County Manager, Kyle Smith, Finance Director, Blake Batchelor, and three+one's Mike Abbott for a 30-minute conversation on how proactive, data-driven liquidity management is helping them plan more confidently, respond faster, and build trust throughout their community. 

Attendees will hear how Jones County, N.C.:

• Adopted a forward-looking approach to liquidity and cash-flow forecasting through adopting cashVest by three+one
   
• Strengthened collaboration across departments and with county leadership • Modernized policies and systems to support future planning 
   
• Communicated strategy and results to commissioners and residents
   
• Used real-time financial insight to pursue grants, capital projects, and long-term priorities

This session will provide practical guidance that county leaders can apply immediately, whether they are reviewing their investment policy, preparing for capital needs, or working to strengthen transparency with their governing board and community.

Register today to learn how a modern, collaborative approach to liquidity strategy can create value for your organization and the people you serve.

For more information, visit the event page!

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:300 p.m. ET

Counties play a crucial role in our nation’s aviation system, owning and operating hundreds of airports across the country. And even in places where the county may not own the airport, county planning departments and development organizations work to maximize the value of this asset to the community’s economic and overall wellbeing. Join NACo and staff from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Office of Airports Planning and Programming to learn more about the FAA’s “Advisory Circular on Airport Land Use Compatibility Planning,” which will enable counties work smarter to integrate airports into broader planning efforts for land use, economic development and more. FAA staff will also be available to answer questions from county leaders about planning needs in their community and how the Advisory Circular can guide those efforts. 

Speakers: 
 

• Jacqueline Essick, Associate Director, Jacobsen|Daniels
• Amber McNair, Founder & Principal Investigator, AV McNair, LLC
• Michael (Mike) Hines, Manager of Airports Planning and Environmental Division, FAA
• Jean Wolfers-Lawrence, Manager of Environmental Planning Branch, FAA