Fee: $385 (city will be invoiced after orientation)**NOTE: This program includes a one-hour virtual orientation and three, in-person classroom days. You may only see the classroom dates in K@TE. ** Imagine being able to communicate effectively, confidently influence people and drive performance within your team. The MTAS Municipal Leadership Program is designed to equip leaders at all levels with knowledge, tools and strategies to excel in their roles. Topics include Communicating for Results, Managing Performance and Influencing People. This 14-hour program features:A work styles assessment with personalized management insights;Thought-provoking preparatory information;Virtual and classroom instruction;Engaging class activities and group discussion;Optional self-directed professional development opportunities.Program Format:Virtual orientation (1 hour)Three, in-person classroom days (12 hours, 4 hours/day)Prework (1 hour) For specific cohort dates and other information visit the website: https://www.mtas.tennessee.edu/municipal-leadership-training

Fee: $385 (city will be invoiced after orientation)**NOTE: This program includes a one-hour virtual orientation and three, in-person classroom days. You may only see the classroom dates in K@TE. ** Imagine being able to communicate effectively, confidently influence people and drive performance within your team. The MTAS Municipal Leadership Program is designed to equip leaders at all levels with knowledge, tools and strategies to excel in their roles. Topics include Communicating for Results, Managing Performance and Influencing People. This 14-hour program features:A work styles assessment with personalized management insights;Thought-provoking preparatory information;Virtual and classroom instruction;Engaging class activities and group discussion;Optional self-directed professional development opportunities.Program Format:Virtual orientation (1 hour)Three, in-person classroom days (12 hours, 4 hours/day)Prework (1 hour) For specific cohort dates and other information visit the website: https://www.mtas.tennessee.edu/municipal-leadership-training

Struggling to keep track of important records? Uncertain about retention schedules or how to manage requests efficiently and effectively? A chaotic records system can lead to compliance risks and wasted time. This session features expert-led guidance and practical strategies to help you evaluate and optimize your records management system. CMFO CPE: Two hours

MTAS introduced the IMPACT Series in 2022. Presented quarterly, the IMPACT Series draws from Stephen Covey’s time management principle of prioritizing activities that are “important but not urgent” to produce long-term impact. Over the last three years, we have featured a variety of topics and speakers. In 2025, the IMPACT Series will focus on one topic over four sessions. Inspired by the work to attract Blue Oval to West Tennessee and Volkswagen to East Tennessee, the series will provide a high-level overview of the process to take a development project from concept to completion. By the end of the series, municipalities should have a better understanding of what is required to organize the resources, align the key stakeholders and attract new business to support the project’s success. The series is valuable for all municipal officials and staff especially those engaged in economic and community development. Session 2: Assessing and Analyzing Your Project June 5 | Presenter: Jamie Stitt, TN Dept. of Economic and Community Development With a clearly identified potential development project, the real work begins. This session provides a comprehensive look at the due diligence required to evaluate the viability of your project. Session 3: Developing the Business Case September 4 | Presenter:  To Be Confirmed This stage involves developing the business case for your project through comprehensive economic data from workforce statistics to quality-of-life insights like schools, housing and more to craft and communicate your messaging to effectively market your project. Session 4: Ready! Set! Recruit! December 4 | Presenter: Mark Herbison, President, Tipton County Community Development Council If you build it, will they come? To this point, you have invested a lot of time and resources in developing your project. It is imperative to proactively recruit the right business that aligns your project and your community. Learn recruiting tips to bring your project to realization.All sessions are from 1:30-2:30 p.m. ET / 12:30-1:30 p.m. CT via Zoom.

The Elected Officials Special Topics Series is offered especially for municipal elected officials. These free, virtual sessions will highlight relevant topics to support elected officials in their leadership of Tennessee municipalities. Each session will be delivered on Zoom in the evening and run 90 minutes. Although this series is designed with elected officials in mind, city staff are welcome to register if seats are available.New sessions are added as they are confirmed.

Need a quick refresh on the skills that keep your work running smoothly? This virtual session offers a fast-paced tune-up on business etiquette, critical thinking, follow-through, and customer service. Whether you're working with residents or colleagues, you'll leave with practical strategies to communicate clearly, think proactively, and serve with confidence.

Congratulations! You’ve been promoted into your first leadership position. One of the biggest challenges for new leaders is managing the transition from peer to leader and effectively supervising friends and former team members. This session will present some approaches to make the shift from peer to leader easier.

Struggling to keep track of important records? Uncertain about retention schedules or how to manage requests efficiently and effectively? A chaotic records system can lead to compliance risks and wasted time. This session features expert-led guidance and practical strategies to help you evaluate and optimize your records management system. CMFO CPE: Two hours

Congratulations! You’ve been promoted into your first leadership position. One of the biggest challenges for new leaders is managing the transition from peer to leader and effectively supervising friends and former team members. This session will present some approaches to make the shift from peer to leader easier.

Need a quick refresh on the skills that keep your work running smoothly? This virtual session offers a fast-paced tune-up on business etiquette, critical thinking, follow-through, and customer service. Whether you're working with residents or colleagues, you'll leave with practical strategies to communicate clearly, think proactively, and serve with confidence.