Agenda 8:30 a.m. Coffee, Registration, Networking 9 a.m. Welcome, Introductions and Overview Ryan McLane, Carlisle Town Administrator and Program Committee Chair 9-10:15 a.m. Management 101 Roundtables Experienced managers will facilitate each table, covering topics including ethics, working with elected officials, community engagement and pride, and building a support network. Attendees will have an opportunity to…
Agenda 9-9:45 a.m. Registration, Coffee 9:45 a.m. Welcome Denise Casey, MMMA President and Wakefield Town Administrator MMA Legislative Update 10:15 a.m.-noon Leadership Lessons From Outside Town Hall This executive panel brings together accomplished executives and senior leaders from the private and nonprofit sectors to share leadership lessons. They offer fresh perspectives on strategic management, communications,…
Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Summer Meeting July 16, 2026 Olde Scotland Links, Bridgewater Agenda 9 – 9:45 a.m. Registration, Coffee 9:45 a.m. Welcome Denise Casey, MMMA President and Wakefield Town Administrator Whitlock Scholarship Presentation MMA Legislative Update Adam Chapdelaine, Executive Director 10:15 a.m. – noon Modern Municipal Communications • Managing communication responsibilities within a multi-faceted…
Women Leading Government will hold a half-day meeting on June 25 at UMass Amherst featuring Allison Iantosca, a professional certified coach and business owner. Iantosca’s interactive presentation will focus on “What Makes a Great Leader,” which is also the title of her podcast. The cost is $25, including lunch. Women Leading Government events are open…
Agenda 9:15 a.m. Registration, Coffee, Networking 10 – 11 a.m. Welcome & Introductions Navigating the Town Manager Application Process Hear firsthand from municipal leaders who recently transitioned from assistant town manager or department head positions into the Town Manager/Administrator role. Presenters will share their journeys, offering advice on navigating the entire application process. Learn how…
The MMMA Spring Conference is May 27-29 at Ocean Edge in Brewster. The program features a return of Chad Wright, Forward Partners. The town of Chatham is hosting a field trip to the town’s Fish Pier on Wednesday afternoon. On Thursday evening at dinner, members will be recognized for their length of service. Agenda Wednesday,…
MMMA, MMHR to hold joint meeting on April 16 The Massachusetts Municipal Management Association and Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources will hold their meeting on April 16 at the Hawthorne Hotel in Salem. The meeting is open to all MMMA and MMHR members. The registration fee of $40 includes coffee and lunch. Agenda 9-9:45 a.m. Registration,…
Agenda 9 – 9:45 a.m. Registration, Coffee 9:45 – 10:15 a.m. Welcome and MMA Update Kevin Mizikar, MMMA First Vice President and Shrewsbury Town Manager Adam Chapdelaine, MMA Executive Director 10:15 a.m. – noon Risk Management for Town Managers: Navigating Personnel Problems and Legal Landmines John Clifford and Jaime Kenny, Partners, Clifford & Kenny Moderator:…