NARC Annual Conference
& Exhibition
June 23-26, 2024 – Atlanta, GA
58th Annual Conference & Exhibition
Registration Now Open!
The NARC Annual Conference and Exhibition is the largest national event focused on promoting effective regional cooperation and solutions through interaction and education. Held annually in June, NARC’s Annual Conference is the premier event focused on regions and regional collaboration.
Representatives of Councils of Government and Metropolitan Planning Organizations — leadership, professional staff, board members, local elected officials, technical and program staff — share best practices and learn about relevant issues. Speakers include experts from the public and private sector, congressional and state lawmakers, and individuals from universities and non-profit organizations.
Hotel Reservations
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
265 Peachtree Center Ave. NE
Atlanta, GA 30303
NARC Awards
NARC awards recognize excellence in regional leadership, programs, and services. Awards are a fantastic way to honor the hard work of your board members and staff and bring attention to your region’s most successful and innovative projects.
Agenda
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Session Slides
Monday, June 24 Sessions and Presentations
Breakfast and Welcome
- Anna Roach, Executive Director, Atlanta Regional Commission
Workforce Challenges Facing the Planning and Project Development Professions
- Eric Rensel, Founder and CEO, Rensel Consulting
- Kathy Renzetti, Executive Director & CEO, DiscoverE
Regional Strategies for Climate Action: Insights from the CPRG Program
- Becky Bradley, Executive Director, Lehigh Valley Planning Commission
- Matt Hart, Executive Director, Capitol Region Council of Governments
- Crystal Jackson, LEED Green Associate, Atlanta Regional Commission
State of the Association
- Erich Zimmermann, Executive Director, National Association of Regional Councils
Lunch Keynote: Empowering Local Leaders with Strategies for Inclusive Growth
- Eloisa Klementich, President & CEO, InvestAtlanta
NARC Transportation Committee
- Harriett Tregoning, Senior Advisor on Land Use, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Transportation
- Erich Zimmermann, Executive Director, National Association of Regional Councils
NARC Energy and Environment Committee
- Ed Gilliland, Senior Director, International Renewable Energy Council
- Amy Hodges, Principal Transportation and Air Quality Planner, North Central Texas Council of Governments
- Emily Nichols, Program Coordinator, Gateway for Accelerated Innovation in Nuclear
- Natalia Saraeva, Consent-Based Siting Team Lead, United States Department of Energy
Economic & Community Development Committee
- Rich Brierre, Executive Director, Indian Nations Council of Governments
- Jonathan Corso, Economic Development Representative, Economic Development Administration
- Heather Feldman, Executive Director, Georgia Mountains Regional Commission
Livable Centers Initiatives: Celebrating 25 Years of Success
Tuesday, June 25 Sessions and Presentations
Breakfast & Keynote Discussion
- Mike Alexander, Chief Operating Officer, Atlanta Regional Commission
- Anna Roach, Executive Director, Atlanta Regional Commission
Public Health and Active Transportation
Complex Conversations
- Brad Sperber, Senior Policy Director, Keystone Policy Center
Freight & Logisitics: Meeting New Demands
- David Behrend, Executive Director, North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority
- Mark Reichert, Executive Director, Florida Metropolitan Planning Organization Advisory Council
- Ty Warner, Executive Director, Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission
Implementing Justice40
- Sahar Shirazi, Partner, CityFi
- Rosalind Tucker, Managing Director of Mobility Services Group, Atlanta Regional Commission
Navigating Discretionary Funding for Regional Projects
- Spencer Stevens, Team Leader for Transportation Planning Capacity Building Program, Federal Highway Administration
- Kevin Vettraino, Planning Director, Southeast Michigan Council of Governments
Connecting the Dots: Strategic Messaging for Regional Councils
- Rick Guerrero, Chief Outreach & Government Affairs Officer, Houston-Galveston Area Council
- Matt Stoll, Executive Director, Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho
Exploring the Regional Role in Housing: Solutions and Strategies
- Elizabeth Carvajal, Deputy Planning Director, Land Use, Southern California Association of Governments
- Michael Dunn, Deputy Planning Director, Land Use, Southern California Association of Governments
- Megan Townsend, Community and Economic Development Director, Wasatch Front Regional Council
Different Modes for Different Folks
- Josh Brown, Executive Director, Puget Sound Regional Council
- David Giguere, Emerging and Geospatial Technologies Manager, Atlanta Regional Commission
Tech-Forward Governance: Navigating the Digital Landscape in Public Service
Conference Countdown
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship opportunities are available for our 58th Annual Conference & Exhibition. Check out our sponsorship packet for more information.
Future Dates
59th Annual Conference & Exhibition
June 8-11, 2025
Seattle, WA