October ILCMA Professional Development Event & Metro Luncheon- Hybrid Events

Internship Panel Discussion

Summary: This discussion will delve into the ever-evolving realm of internships within local governments, examining how these programs have transformed over time and the vital role coaching and a learner mindset play in their overall effectiveness. The speakers will emphasize the importance of adopting a coaching approach by leaders and explore how a learner mindset can enhance internship effectiveness. Additionally, the discussion will address the challenges of internship programs and possible solutions.

This discussion aims to offer a holistic perspective on the dynamic evolution of internships within local governments, with a strong emphasis on the role of coaching and a learner mindset in crafting meaningful and effective experiences. By intertwining these principles, local governments can navigate challenges and ensure that internships serve as incubators for leadership and innovation.

Moderator: Sarah Schillerstrom, Founder/Owner, SRSD Consulting, LLC

Panelists: Dan O’Malley, Deputy Village Manager, Hoffman Estates, Cecilia Anderson, Intern, SWANCC, Jack Cascone, Management Analyst II, Arlington Heights

Addresses ICMA Practice Areas: 4 Staff Effectiveness; 6 Strategic Leadership ;13 Human Resources Management and Workforce Engagement 

In Person Attendees:

Registration/check-in and continental breakfast begins at 9AM at NIU Naperville, E. 1120 Diehl Road, Naperville, IL

Zoom Access:

Zoom Access information will be emailed separately, to each registrant.  Note: Access will not be sent immediately following registration, but prior to the event date.

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Metro Luncheon: Public Administration Predicament: What’s the Vision for the Future?

Hybrid Event: Attend in-person luncheon or online through Zoom

Please join us in a discussion on the health of our profession. Representatives from three of the area’s prominent Universities will join us to share how their PA programs are faring.

This is a call to action! It will take ALL of us to attract and engage the next generation of managers/administrators to fill the void created by the many retiring managers.

This meeting will serve as the annual business meeting, where we will be reviewing the bylaw changes that were recommended/voted on; introduce the new Board, review annual financials, and the annual meeting schedule.

Speakers:
Jeanna Ballard, Assistant to the Chair, NIU MPA
Deborah Carroll, Department Head, Department of Public Policy, University of IL – Chicago
Hannes Zacharias, Professor of Practice, Kansas University

In Person Attendees:

Check-in and Networking begins at 11:30 AM at NIU Naperville, 1120 Diehl Road, Naperville, IL

Zoom Access:

Zoom Access information will be emailed separately, to each registrant.  Note: Access will not be sent immediately following registration, but prior to the event date.

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