About County Leaders
The County Leaders Conference hosted by the Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC) brings together over 300 elected/appointed officials, and department heads from all of Washington’s 39 counties for a 3-day event focused on networking, skills development, and collaborative learning related to county government. This annual meeting of leaders includes:
- Administrators
- Clerks of the Board / Council
- Commissioners / Councilmembers
- Engineers
- Human Services
- IT Directors
- Planning Directors
- Public Health Officials
- Solid Waste Managers
- WSU Extension
Attendee Registration
Sponsor & Exhibitor Registration
Preliminary Agenda
Monday, November 14
8:00am – 10:00am Timber and Public Lands County Caucus Quarterly Meeting
10:00am – 12:00pm WSACRPD Affiliate Meeting
10:00am – 11:00am Newly Elected Event/Session
11:00am – 12:30pm Lunch (Newly Elected Networking)
1:00pm – 5:00pm WSALPHO Meetings
1:00pm – 5:00pm WACSWM Affiliate Meeting
1:00pm – 5:00pm WSACE Board Meeting
12:00pm – 3:00pm WSAC Board of Directors Meeting
3:30pm – 5:30pm WSAC Legislative Steering Committee Meeting
5:00pm – 6:30pm Networking Reception
6:30pm – 8:00pm Bingo Night
Tuesday, November 15
7:00am – 8:30am Breakfast
8:30am – 9:30am General Session: Braver Angels
8:30am – 5:00pm WSALPHO Meetings
9:00am – 5:00pm WACSWM Affiliate Meeting
9:30am – 5:00 pm WSACE Meetings
9:30am – 9:45am Networking Break
9:45am – 12:00pm Breakout Sessions
12:00pm – 1:15pm County Awards Luncheon
1:15pm – 2:15pm General Session – Derek Clark (ACES)
2:15pm – 2:30pm Networking Break
2:30pm – 4:45pm Breakout Sessions
5:30pm – 9:00pm Night Activity – TBD
Wednesday, November 16
7:00am – 8:30am Breakfast
8:30am – 9:45am WSAC General Membership Meeting
10:00am – 12:00pm Counties Coastal Caucus Meeting
10:00am – 12:00pm Columbia River Counties Caucus Quarterly Meeting
10:00am – 12:00pm Breakout Sessions
12:00pm – 1:15pm Member Recognition Luncheon
1:30pm – 2:30 pm Breakout Sessions
2:30pm – 3:30pm General Session: Dr. Thornberg – Economics
3:30pm – 4:30pm County Celebration Reception (prize giveaway)
Thank You 2022 Sponsors & Exhibitors!
Washington counties are engaged in delivering a broad range of services, from public health and safety to road construction, environmental mitigation, and social services. With over 35,000 employees serving over 7.5 million residents, counties are looking to private and nonprofit sectors for innovation and solutions to improve their performance.
Join over 350 decision-makers at the County Leaders Conference and showcase your product or service and build new partnerships with the public sector.
Bronze Sponsor
County Supporters
Exhibitors
FAQ
Looking for more information? Send us an email at info@wsac.org or call 360.753.1886.
What is the last day I can register?
Registration officially opened the week of August 15th. While we don’t like to encourage procrastination, we understand you have a busy schedule that is always changing. You may register online until Tuesday, November 1.
What does it cost to attend?
Full Conference (Early Bird Rates)
Member/Affiliates: $425 ($525 regular)
State Agency: $475 ($575 regular)
Non-Member: $700 ($800 regular)
Early Bird Registration ends September 9!
Single Day
Member/Affiliates: $250
State Agency: $300
Non-Member: $400
Where can I make a hotel reservation?
Will there be a virtual option for the conference?
There is not currently a virtual option to attend breakout sessions for the conference. The WSAC BOD and General Membership meetings may be attended virtually through the Zoom link provided in the calendar invite. Affiliate meetings may have virtual options for attendance.