Build What’s Next – The Summer #MACoCon Registration Brochure Is Here

MACo’s 2026 Summer Conference, “Build What’s Next,” will be held on August 12-15 in Ocean City, MD. The Registration Brochure is now available - check out the schedule and session details! 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 with counties, this conference is…

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Looking to Connect with Counties? Register to Exhibit at Summer #MACoCon

MACo’s 2026 Summer Conference, “Build What’s Next,” will be held on August 12-15 in Ocean City, MD. Exhibitor registration is now open...and selling out quickly. 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 with counties, this conference is a can’t-miss event for anyone involved…

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It’s Time To Register for Summer #MACoCon

MACo’s 2026 Summer Conference, “Build What’s Next,” will be held on August 12-15 in Ocean City, MD. Attendee registration is now open! 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 with counties, this conference is a can’t-miss event for anyone involved in Maryland’s local…

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Think Warm Thoughts: It’s Time To Book Your Hotel Room for Summer #MACoCon

MACo’s 2026 Summer Conference, “Build What’s Next,” will be held on August 12-15 in Ocean City, MD. The preliminary list of hotel blocks is here - book your room before they sell out! 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 with counties, this…

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Interested in Speaking at Summer #MACoCon? Submit a Proposal by April 15!

MACo’s 2026 Summer Conference, “Build What's Next,” will be held on August 12-15 in Ocean City, MD. Interested in speaking or have a topic you want to see covered? See MACo’s Call for Proposals! 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 with counties,…

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Save the Date for 2026 Summer #MACoCon, “Build What’s Next”

MACo’s Winter Conference just wrapped, and the 2026 General Assembly Session is starting soon, but don’t forget to mark your calendars for MACo’s Summer Conference, “Build What's Next,” on August 12-15, 2026, in Ocean City, Maryland. 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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Why Maryland’s Market Is Ripe for Renewable Development

The 2025 Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) Summer Conference provided an excellent platform to discuss the future of energy in the state. I was honored to be a part of the general session panel “Powering Maryland: What’s Next for the State’s Energy Future?”  moderated by Senator Mary Beth Carozza. I was joined by an exceptional group of experts, including:  Kumar Barve, Commissioner, Public Service Commission Paul Pinsky, Director, Maryland Energy Administration Mark Ritacco, Chief Government…

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Thank You, #MACoCon Sponsors – We Couldn’t Do It Without You!

MACo’s Summer Conference, “Funding the Future: The Evolving Role of Local Government,” was a success (Aug 13-16, 2025). See the list of generous industry leaders who support the work of local government through MACo’s conference activities. Learn more about all of our Summer Conference sponsors and see how they made this year’s conference the best one yet. AARP (Governor’s Cabinet Reception) Accela (Golf Tournament Hole Sponsorship) Aetna (Buffet Lunch – Thursday) American Fidelity (Attendee Lounge & Affiliate Meeting…

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Through the Lens: Highlights from the 2025 MACo Summer Conference

MACo's 2025 Summer Conference “Funding the Future: The Evolving Role of Local Government,” on Aug 13-16 in Ocean City, MD, was a resounding success! Exceeding all expectations, #MACoCon 2025 achieved high attendance numbers and solidified its reputation as a premier event in Maryland’s local government landscape.  This year's theme, “Funding the Future: The Evolving Role of Local Government,” highlighted innovative approaches to widespread local government challenges, like road funding, energy resilience, and the effective implementation…

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Live From Summer #MACoCon With Comptroller Brooke Lierman

This week on the Conduit Street Podcast, we bring you a special treat from the 2025 MACo Summer Conference, and it might involve MACo Executive Director Michael Sanderson taking a turn with the Crab Feast band! But the feature comes to us from a great 2025 #MACoCon 1-on-1 session is Comptroller Brooke Lierman.   Tune in to the Conduit Street Podcast weekly, wherever you get your podcasts! Subscribe to the Conduit Street Blog and stay in…

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