Packed Lunch Series

“Packed Lunch” will occur every second Wednesday of the month from 12:00PM – 1:00PM and host content experts to lead conversation on topics relevant to county officials.

Different than WACO’s normally scheduled educational training, this event will be a two-way conversation for speakers to not only present expert subject matter, but also listen to the current challenges county officials are facing related to each topic. 

Find information on upcoming series and register below.

September Packed Lunch: Conference Preview

September 10th | 12:00PM - 1:00PM

Join WACO staff for a sneak peek at the upcoming conference!

• WACO Executive Director Jennifer Wallace will cover the conference’s newest sessions: Making Time to Connect, Getting Involved with WACO, and the highly anticipated Chief Deputy Gathering! (Over 25 senior staff members are set to attend the 2025 conference!)
• WACO Deputy Director Timothy Grisham will discuss this year’s featured education: Use of AI for Communication to the Public, BLA & Segregations, Sheriff Role in Elections, & Legal Autonomy of Elected Officials! So come with your questions, thoughts, and musings on the subjects – your feedback helps us make conference education sessions even more engaging, informational, and valuable!
• WACO Member Services Manager Cella Hyde will end the Packed Lunch and discuss this year’s featured workshop, Success Signals, Commander/Dr. Mary Kelly’s keynote, and the amazing hospitality events and food that await you at this year’s event!

Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4L0-tE9gTYqHNAAkp0SPDA

Past Event Topics

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness for Employees
• Procurement for Counties
• Leadership that Fosters a Healthy Work Environment
• Digitizing Records Best Practices
• Budget Best Practices
• EEOC Employee Rights & Employer Responsibilities
• 2024 Legislative Update
• Cultivating Community in the Workplace through Wellness
• Making the most of the Interim
• Public Records Act Updates/Refresher
• Managing Stress, Time, and Energy for Leaders
• Goal Setting Strategies
• 7 Rules for Managing Stress
• The Current Recruitment Landscape
• Performance Appraisals
• State Pension Systems
• Ethics for Public Officials
• Washington State Auditor's Office on Common Audit Issues, and new Challenges Posed by the Blake Decision
• Covid-19 Workplace Guidelines
• Cyber Security Awareness (Presentation materials)
• The Importance of Personal Liability Insurance
• Engaging the Hybrid Workforce Across Generations
• 2022 Legislative Session