Academy Grads: Don’t Miss the “Collaborative Leadership” Course at MML’s Summer Conference

The Maryland Municipal League (MML) Summer Conference will feature a course on collaborative leadership as an offering for graduates of the Academy for Excellence in Local Governance. The Academy for Excellence in Local Governance is a voluntary certificate program for county and municipal officials and features foundational and deep-dive courses centering on governance best practices. The Academy Graduate program is a professional development program for those who have completed the Academy Fellow certificate. Title: Collaborative Leadership Description: Led…

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MACo Mourns the Loss of Bill Ratchford, Leader and Friend

William Sawtelle Ratchford II (Bill), of Annapolis, MD, passed away peacefully at his home on April 23, 2023. Bill was a beloved and revered figure in the Maryland political sphere and in the county community, having served as MACo Executive Secretary and later for many years as Director of the MD General Assembly's Department of Fiscal Services. Bill was a dedicated public servant. He was a former Air Force Lieutenant and University of Maryland graduate…

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Proposals for Summer #MACoCon Are Due April 14 – Submit Yours Today!

MACo's Summer Conference, “Where the Rubber Meets the Road,” is scheduled for August 16-19, 2023, in Ocean City, Maryland. Interested in speaking? Have a topic you’d like to see covered? Submit a proposal by April 14! MACo’s Summer Conference brings together approximately 3,000 leaders from all levels of government and the private sector. With four days of educational sessions, along with 2 exhibit shows (over 350 vendors!), and numerous briefings, meetings, and opportunities to connect…

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Join Our Team! MACo Seeks Administrative Assistant

MACo seeks a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team! Apply by April 3! POSITION SUMMARY MACo seeks an experienced Administrative Assistant who is an enthusiastic handler of details with an eye toward organization and accuracy. This role is responsible for facilitating the day-to-day functions of MACo's office in Annapolis, Maryland, ensuring the office is tidy and organized, and that staff are provided with the resources needed to implement the work of the Association. The…

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Looking to Connect with Counties? Exhibit at Summer #MACoCon

MACo’s 2023 Summer Conference Exhibitor Registration is now open! DETAILS & PRICING  | REGISTER ONLINE | FLOORPLAN MACo’s Summer Conference will be held on August 16-19, 2023, in Ocean City, MD. The main tradeshow will be on Thursday and Friday, August 17-18, with the Tech Expo being held on Wednesday, August 16. The theme of this year’s Summer Conference – “Where the Rubber Meets the Road” – will cover the wide range of county services and…

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All-Star List of Legislators to Headline Cannabis Summit – Register Today!

Carrington & Associates, LLC, is hosting its first annual Cannabis Reform Summit on March 25. The list of confirmed speakers is an all-star line-up of influential legislative leaders. Reserve your spot today! Carrington & Associates, LLC, Managing Director, Darrell Carrington, Founding Board Member and Executive Director of the Maryland Cannabis Industry Association (MDCIA) is pleased to announce the 1st Annual MD Cannabis Reform Summit: A Sober Conversation About Legal Weed. This follows the successful educational…

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County Leaders Top Daily Record’s Power 40 List

County leaders from across the state of Maryland were listed in The Daily Record’s Power 40 Government and Lobbying. From the Daily Record's article: The ways that state and local governments influence our daily lives in Maryland are both prosaic and profound. From taxes to schools, street cleaning to dog licenses, there is very little that isn’t shaped or at least influenced by our various levels of government.   In this list, we offer the…

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Summer #MACoCon Registration is Now Open! Reserve Your Spot Today

MACo’s Summer Conference, “Where the Rubber Meets the Road,” is scheduled for August 16-19, 2023, in Ocean City, Maryland. The early list of hotel blocks is here and registration is open - reserve your spot today! MACo’s Summer Conference brings together approximately 3,000 leaders from all levels of government and the private sector. With four days of educational sessions, along with 2 exhibit shows (over 350 vendors!), and numerous briefings, meetings, and opportunities to connect…

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MACo is Hiring: Calling All Comms Rockstars!

Are you a savvy communications professional looking to join an expert, innovative, and fun team? Do you love the idea of taking the keys to the very successful MACo blog, social media, and podcast and revving up the engine? Then we’re looking for you! Apply today. MACo is seeking a Communications Coordinator to manage our online and in-person communications channels. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled or March 20,…

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Submit Your Proposal Today for 2023 Summer #MACoCon

MACo’s Summer Conference, “Where the Rubber Meets the Road,” is scheduled for August 16-19, 2023, in Ocean City, Maryland. Interested in speaking? Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Submit a proposal by April 14! MACo’s Summer Conference brings together approximately 3,000 leaders from all levels of government and the private sector. With four days of educational sessions, along with 2 exhibit shows (over 350 vendors!), and numerous briefings, meetings, and opportunities to connect…

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