- Exploring the elements of leadership
- Defining excellence
- Organizational self-assessment
- Team development
- Right side ride along
APWA Iowa Chapter Spring Conference Postponed
The APWA Iowa Chapter 2020 Spring Conference has been canceled. Please see the home page for additional information.
Registration Options
Research Focus Group - FREE to any city staff. Focus Group meets Wednesday, April 1, 2020 from 3-5 at the Sheraton.
Full Conference Registration - Includes a ticket to Thursday evening's networking event at Rube's Steakhouse, your choice of sessions on Thursday and Friday, and scheduled meal/break refreshments. Early Bird Pricing is available so register early!
Thursday Only Registration - Choose between the Leadership and Operations sessions. Early Bird Pricing is available so register early!
Leadership Skills Session: This is part of the Public Employees Leadership Institute and benefits supvervisory staff and those aspiring to be supervisors. This track takes a comprehensive look at leadership strategies and includes an overview of:
Registrants who attend all presentations in the Leadership Skills session will be completing one of 15 courses that are part of the online APWA accredited Iowa Public Employees Leadership Institute. Visit the Iowa Institute website at iowaltap.iastate.edu/leadershipinstitute
Completion of the Leadership session also helps those working towards credit in the Iowa Road Scholar program (iowaltap.iastate.edu/roads-scholar) and/or those working towards a Public Works Professional-Supervision certification (apwa.net/MYAPWA/MyApwa/Apwa_Public/Education_and_Events/Certifications/CPWP-S.aspx).
Operations Session: This session is geared toward those involved in the operations of Public Works. Learn about a variety of topics that range from day-to-day operations to the unexpected storm events that challenge operations staff. Session concludes with a round table discussion - learn how others handle their operations and share how your organization makes it happen!
Exhibitor Booth Registration - SOLD OUT! To be added to a waiting list, complete the form on the Exhibitors tab. Includes booth on April 2nd and participation in Conference events on April 2nd & 3rd, and scheduled meal/break refreshments for 2 vendor reps. See full exhibitor details on the Exhibitors tab.
Sponsorship Opportunities - Register as a Platinum, Gold, Silver or Bronze sponsor to show your support for this exciting APWA Iowa Chapter event. See full sponsorship details on the Sponsors tab.
WRA Treatment Plant Tour - Friday Only - Have you ever wondered how the WRA manages several million gallons of wastewater EACH day?! Join this tour to learn about the WRA's conveyance system and treatment facility. Space is limited so register early!
Additional Vendor Rep Registration - This is your opportunity to purchase up to 2 additional vendor rep registrations.
Rube's Steakhouse Networking Event - Rube's tickets are included in the Full Conference registration and some sponsorship levels. This is your opportunity to purchase additional Rube's tickets!