Event Calendar

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

National Conference of Regions 2026

Start Date: 2/1/2026 8:00 AM EST
End Date: 2/4/2026 1:00 PM EST

Venue Name: The Royal Sonesta

Location:
20 Massachusetts Avenue
Washington, DC  United States  20001

Event Website: https://narc.org/events/2026-narc-national-conference-of-regions/

Organization Name: National Assn of Regional Councils

Contact:
Ann Link
Email: ann.link@narc.org
Phone: (202) 618-5696



Speaker: 
Tim Rahschulte, PhD, Chief Executive Officer, Professional Development Academy

Date/Time: Sunday, February 1, 2026; 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM ET 

Cost: $175 for conference registrants; $275 if not registered

Who should attend: Frontline and mid-level leadership across the organization and high potential individual contributors.

Today’s government and regional leaders are navigating unprecedented complexity and balancing evolving community needs, shifting policy landscapes, and growing demands for innovation and accountability. Don’t miss this leadership seminar focused on real-world strategies and leadership skills needed to guide your teams and communities through change effectively. Led by Dr. Tim Rahschulte, Chief Architect of the National Association of Regional Councils' High Performance Leadership Academy, this session will explore the driving forces behind the growing need for change in government, from economic pressures to workforce shifts and more. Dr. Rahschulte will also share proven frameworks and leadership practices to help you build adaptability, foster resilience, and lead with a positive mindset—even in the face of resistance and uncertainty. Participants will walk away with practical concepts for planning, implementing, and sustaining change—plus insights from peers facing similar challenges. By the end of this session, participants will be better prepared to lead through complexity with clarity, confidence, and consistency.

Interested in participating in the full 12-week NARC High Performance Leadership Academy? Attend this workshop for your chance to win one of three FULL SCHOLARSHIPS.