2026 Minnesota Government Training Academy

Join us for CLA’s 2026 Government Training Academy. This in-person event brings together state and local government leaders for a fast moving day of practical insights, emerging trends, and actionable learning.

Discover high impact updates, future focused perspectives, and applied leadership tools. You’ll be better equipped to navigate change, strengthen operations, and drive meaningful outcomes in 2026 and beyond.

At the end of this session, you’ll be able to:

• Describe emerging trends affecting state and local governments.
• Describe current economic drivers shaping today’s broader economic landscape.
• Identify counterbalancing forces that encourage ethical behavior and drive ethical culture.
• Analyze key GASB standards and apply their reporting and disclosure requirements to current implementation efforts.
• Identify the common signs, patterns, and types of fraud, waste, and abuse occurring within state and local governments.
• Identify innovations and evolving workplace trends transforming today’s work environment.
• Identify core leadership principles and apply strategies enhancing communication, decision making, and organizational effectiveness.

Who should attend

This session is designed for local government finance professionals.

Location

CLA Connection Center
2685 Vikings Circle, Suite 125
Eagan, MN 55121

Register by Friday, February 20.

Hotel Accommodations 

Omni Viking Lakes Hotel
2611 Nordic Way
Eagan, MN 55121

A block of rooms has been reserved for event attendees at the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel.

• Check-in: 4 p.m. CT  |  Check-out: 11 a.m. CT
• Nightly Rate: $179

To secure the group rate, reservations must be made by Thursday, February 19. If you arrive prior to the official check-in time, you are welcome to check your luggage with the bell desk. The hotel staff will securely store your belongings until your room is ready. Should you have any questions or require special accommodations, please contact CLA’s meetings, events, and experience team at CLAevents@CLAconnect.com.

Questions?

Contact CLA’s meetings, events, and experience team at CLAevents@CLAconnect.com.