We hope to see you at the 2023 National Leadership Training (NLT23) in Washington DC. Register today to take advantage of the early bird rates.  

  • In-Person attendees: Access to ALL concurrent breakout sessions plus many more perks
  • Virtual attendees:  Choose between two pre-selected concurrent breakout sessions (sessions marked with 'livestream' or sessions in Atrium Ballroom & Horizon Ballroom)
  • All sessions will be recorded and archived and available for one year (no CPE for recorded sessions)

Register Today!

Wednesday, February 22, 7:15 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Room: Atrium

    Wednesday, February 22, 7:45 AM - 8:30 AM

    Wednesday, February 22, 7:45 AM - 6:30 PM

    • Room: Atrium

      Wednesday, February 22, 8:30 AM - 9:45 AM

      • Room: Atrium Ballroom
      Many good people fail when they rise to leadership positions. While it seems easy in theory, good leadership is tough to execute in corporations and organizations. How can we achieve success? What do successful leaders do differently from their unsuccessful peers? What surprisingly common mistakes do many leaders unknowingly make... ...read more...
      Speaker(s)
      Moderator
      Ann Ebberts MS, PMP
      CEO
      AGA
      Speaker
      Commander Mary Kelly
      Leadership Expert & Author
      Speaker
      Melinda Miguel PMP, CIG
      Chief Inspector General
      State of Florida, Executive Office of the Governor
      • Livestream

      Wednesday, February 22, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

      • Room: Atrium
      It's time to take a fresh look at your LinkedIn and social media profiles.  Through insights from our LinkedIn and Social Media Coaches, you can better understanding of various platforms, discuss Do's and Don'ts, and learn straightforward ways to re-position yourself/company as an expert and thought leader within the industry. ... ...read more...

        Wednesday, February 22, 9:45 AM - 9:55 AM

        Wednesday, February 22, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM

        Wednesday, February 22, 12:05 PM - 1:05 PM

        • Room: Atrium Hall

          Wednesday, February 22, 2:00 PM - 2:10 PM

          Wednesday, February 22, 2:30 PM - 3:20 PM

          • Room: Atrium Hall
          Navigating Financial Careers in Government. You’ll gain valuable insights into the various career paths and opportunities available in government financial management. This session will give you the opportunity to engage in Q&A and network with your peers....
          Speaker(s)
          Speaker
          Stephen Kunze
          Deputy Chief Financial Officer
          Department of Commerce
          • Session for in-person attendees only

          Wednesday, February 22, 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

          Wednesday, February 22, 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM

          • Room: Atrium Ballroom
          Three well-known senior leaders will discuss their experiences and offer advice on reputational risk and recovery. Learn which risk management processes have been effective, which internal controls should be in place, and how to repair or maintain organizational and personal reputation....
          Speaker(s)
          Moderator
          Ann Ebberts MS, PMP
          CEO
          AGA
          Speaker
          Gerard Badorrek
          Former CFO
          General Services Administration, Office of the Chief Financial Officer
          Speaker
          Lee Lofthus
          Former, Deputy Assistant Attorney General/Controller, Justice Management Division
          Dept of Justice
          Speaker
          Ms.  Shelia Conley CPA
          Federal Deputy CFO
          • Livestream

          Wednesday, February 22, 4:45 PM - 6:30 PM

          • Room: Atrium

            Thursday, February 23, 7:15 AM - 4:35 PM

            • Room: Atrium

              Thursday, February 23, 7:45 AM - 8:30 AM

              Thursday, February 23, 7:45 AM - 3:30 PM

              • Room: Atrium

                Thursday, February 23, 8:30 AM - 9:45 AM

                • Room: Atrium Ballroom
                It’s your choice: Manage your culture, or it will manage you. Culture is simply the way people in an organization think and act. Culture is critical because it’s what ultimately determines results. So, where do you start and how do you approach managing or changing your culture? No matter the... ...read more...
                Speaker(s)
                Moderator
                Ann Ebberts MS, PMP
                CEO
                AGA
                Speaker
                Jason Young
                Former Senior Executive at Southwest Airlines & Renowned Training & Development Expert
                Handout(s)
                • Livestream

                Thursday, February 23, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

                • Room: Atrium
                It's time to take a fresh look at your LinkedIn and social media profiles.  Through insights from our LinkedIn and Social Media Coaches, you can better understanding of various platforms, discuss Do's and Don'ts, and learn straightforward ways to re-position yourself/company as an expert and thought leader within the industry. ... ...read more...

                  Thursday, February 23, 9:45 AM - 9:55 AM

                  Thursday, February 23, 9:55 AM - 12:05 PM

                  • Room: Hemisphere B
                  The simple goal of Lead Smart Essentials is to give participants a thorough understanding of the critical skills, identified by research, which are essential to effective personnel management. Most people in management roles may learn some of these skills through experience over time. This workshop expedites the learning and growth... ...read more...
                  Speaker(s)
                  Speaker
                  Jason Young
                  Former Senior Executive at Southwest Airlines & Renowned Training & Development Expert
                  Handout(s)

                    Thursday, February 23, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM

                    Thursday, February 23, 12:05 PM - 1:05 PM

                    • Room: Atrium Hall

                      Thursday, February 23, 2:00 PM - 2:10 PM

                      Thursday, February 23, 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

                      • Room: Atrium
                      Your last chance to visit the solutions hall while enjoying some snacks!...

                        Thursday, February 23, 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM

                        • Room: Atrium Ballroom
                        The most valuable skill in professional and personal life is the ability to convince others. Whether trying to make a sale, close a deal, obtain a promotion, or gain support for an idea or plan, how do we get another person to do what we want them to do, buy what... ...read more...
                        Speaker(s)
                        Speaker
                        Adele Cehrs
                        Crisis Management Expert/Award Winning Publicist
                        Speaker
                        Chip Massey
                        Former FBI Hostage Negotiator
                        Moderator
                        Kim Farington CPA
                        Chief Financial Officer
                        FirstNet
                        • Livestream