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Wrapping up GFOA's 119th Annual Conference
Thank you to the thousands of attendees, including more than 300 speakers, 200 exhibiting companies, and 50 sponsors who joined us in Washington, DC! We hope this year’s conference left you with fresh ideas, practical tools, and meaningful connections to take back to your organization and community. Your energy, insight, and participation helped make #GFOA2025 truly memorable.
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Standing Committee Applications Open
Strong leadership in today’s evolving landscape is essential, and GFOA members have a valuable opportunity to help shape the future of public finance by serving on a standing committee. GFOA’s six standing committees meet twice a year and play a key role in developing best practices, advisories, and policy statements that guide the profession. The deadline to apply is August 15.
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Best Practices in Action
Has your government launched an innovative policy or program that reflects outstanding financial management? Share your success by applying for GFOA’s Awards for Excellence. This award recognizes practical, proven work that sets an example for the profession and advances public finance. Applications are due by August 29.
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Announcing 2025 Recognition Recipients
We're proud to recognize 53 individuals with the GFOA Recognition for Outstanding Public Service award. These members work behind the scenes to lead, support, and serve their organizations and communities with integrity and excellence. Throughout the year, we’ll be celebrating their achievements at the annual conference, on our website, and across social media. Their stories remind us of the vital role finance professionals play in making government work—and why their dedication matters
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Explore the June Issue of Government Finance Review
This month's magazine highlights secrets to the accelerated ACFR, the first principles of public finance, lessons for estimating city revenue, 10 steps to reducing personnel costs, Rethinking Budgeting in action, member spotlights, and much more.
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Invest in the Leader You Want to Become
Applications are now open for GFOA's Fall Leadership Academy, November 16–21, at the College of Charleston. This week-long academy offers a unique, immersive experience for senior-level state and local government finance professionals. Throughout the week, participants will engage in sessions designed to strengthen individual leadership skills, build organizational awareness, and explore the values that define public service. Applications are due by September 12.
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CPFO Spotlight
Gina Bixby
Gina Bixby, principal technical accountant for Prosper Portland, started her CPFO journey to deepen her understanding of government finance and how different areas intersect. Through the program, she gained insight beyond just completing tasks—learning the “why” behind reporting, continuity, and clear financial processes. Earning the CPFO designation has boosted her confidence in navigating financial information, making research on new topics less daunting and more approachable. Gina believes the CPFO program is valuable for anyone pursuing a career in government finance. While some sections were more relevant to her specific role, she emphasizes the importance of understanding key intersections across procurement, investments, bonds, and payroll.
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Celebrate Pride Month with GFOA's LGBTQIA+ Caucus
Through networking and education, the LGBTQIA+ Caucus advocates for LGBTQIA+ people within the profession and works to increase the visibility of LGBTQIA+ people within GFOA and the profession as a whole. Don’t miss the LGBTQIA+ Caucus conference session: LGBTQIA+ Forum: Annual Business Meeting and Creating Welcoming Communities, Monday June 30, at GFOA's 119th Annual Conference. The Caucus will share key updates, hold its annual business meeting, and feature a case study from a DC-area government that earned a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
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