Engaging Local Government Leaders

Home
United States
Indianapolis, IN
Engaging Local Government Leaders

We engage the brightest minds in local government. You may know us from GovLove Podcast, Top Influencers in Local Gov, and Day: Aug. 12, 2025.

We believe we can make a difference in people’s lives and communities. We believe telling stories about people, ideas, trends and approaches in local government is the best way to make a positive difference. We believe that working creatively, harder and smarter makes our professional association unique, relevant and timely. We believe that building a network of support will attract and retain th

e best and brightest to the local government profession. We believe that anyone with a passion for public service can become a member, and understand that there is no longer one path to leadership.

09/08/2026

RACERS TAKE YOUR STARTING POSITIONS!
We are ONE WEEK away from the most exciting event, the Local Gov Grand Prix! There are still some day passes available if you would like to join us for one of the most unique, boutique conference experiences in Indianapolis, Sept. 17-19.

Here are just a few of the speakers who will be lining up with us as we head for the finish line (and a few Supper Club events) next week.

SamToles, CivicSocial
Josie Peery, Zencity
Johncito “John” Peraza, M.A., City of Moreno Valley
Meredith Reynolds, City of Long Beach
David Swindell & Mitchell Berg (Ph.D.), O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs

And SO MUCH MORE!

09/03/2026

Day is not a numbers game. It's a chance to see some of our friends celebrate and share the joy they have for their work!

Of course... there are SOME numbers we like to count... Like how Kent, Washington had the MOST people in one selfie. Or how Wake County, North Carolina, had the MOST facts in one selfie. Or how Whittier, California, had (hands-down) the MOST comments on their selfie video!

Out of more than 20,000 selfies and videos on Day, these were the three that MAXED out their numbers and made it a special day, for sure!

City of Kent Government Wake County Government Wake County Government

09/01/2026

We continue to highlight some of our favorite, funny and downright furry from our most favorite Day.

More than 20,000 selfies from across the country came pouring in the three we are highlighting today have some fun faces that really set them apart! 🤣

From furry friends serving as stand-ins, to making City Hall staff sign 'vintage' photos, to one City Manager serving as a literal Lady Liberty, these were some of our favorite faces.

City of Newberg , City of Dubuque Government , Village of Glencoe, Illinois – Government

08/31/2026

Selfie Day always comes with a little ✨ MOVIE MAGIC ✨ - but these three videos really stood out to us!

Today we want to smash cut into some applause for Georgetown, Texas; Issaquah, Washington; and Savage, Minnesota. Each posted some wildly creative videos that took some... special editing (unless you believe in REAL magic!).

Give them each watch over on their Instagram or LinkedIn pages!

Also - our Comms Team won't argue too much with one of these videos! 🤣

, City of Georgetown, Texas - Government , , City of Savage - Government

08/27/2026

We are shining a spotlight on some of our favorite Day participants as we lead up to revealing our award winner for 2026!

Today, we wanted to highlight two videos that gave us all the nostalgic feels!

The City of West Sacramento, California ( ) introduced their awesome staff using a classic 90s TV theme. While the City of South San Francisco, California, ( ) tapped into that incredible 'Avenger, Assemble' vibe as they highlighted their own heroes from across the City.

Check them both out on their Instagram Pages!

08/26/2026

It's hard to believe that Day was two weeks ago! It feels like only yesterday. It took us some time to comb through more than 20,000 Selfies from all over the globe! Each year ELGL like to recognize those who took the assignment to the next level. We are starting off this series by recognizing some of our Honorable Mentions - folks who brought a little extra the pizzaz to their picture (or video).

Today we want to recognizeThe City of Waukesha, Wisconsin, ( ) for taking the Highest Selfie... er, the Most Vertically High Selfie... Yeah, nothing like bringing our the boom truck to get a pic with the crew!

We also want to tip our hats to the City of Camden, South Carolina, who took a slew of bittersweet selfies as they were preparing to move out of their current City Hall and into some new digs. You can see all of their photos over on their Linked In page.

08/19/2026

ELGL did not start in a conference hall. It started over lunch with a handful of passionate people working in .

As we grew across the country, we used online tools, webinar and social media to stay connected with folks who shared our vision. But getting people together, in-person, to build relationships and learn from one another is still at our core.

Heck, its what drives our north star and our promise to our members that No One In Local Gov Leads Alone.

That is why we believe the ELGL Gov Grand Prix is more than just another conference this fall. It is a chance to build a true, authentic connection with other human beings passionate about .

For those in the region, we want this conference to be a chance to meet ELGL on your own home turf. Sign up for one of our Local Day Passes. Join us for Supper Club or hang out with us during one of our session. We want to eliminate as many barriers as possible for those in the region to attend and connect.

Learn more and snag your day pass at the link in the comments!

08/17/2026

🏁 FINAL CALL, RACERS! 🏁

Today is the LAST DAY to book your hotel room for the 2026 ELGL Government Grand Prix! 🏎️💨

If you’re coming to Indianapolis, now is the time to lock in your room at the conference hotel. After today, you’re on your own in the hotel-roulette pit lane. 🎰

BUT WAIT… THERE’S MORE!

Live in the greater Indianapolis area? We’ve got Day Passes available! You can join us for the conference without needing to book a hotel room and still get plenty of the No One Leads Alone magic.

🏁 Government Grand Prix
📍 Indianapolis
🏨 Hotel booking deadline: TODAY
🎟️ Day Passes available for Indy-area folks

Don’t miss the starting grid.

Book your room. Grab your pass. Get yourself to the track.

Register for the Government Grand Prix: elgl.org/govgrandprix2026/

08/13/2026

📸 : ✅
🏎️ NOW LET’S RACE.

A wonderfully successful Day reminded us once again that is full of people worth celebrating. 🙌

But you know what’s even better than connecting through a selfie?
Actually getting in the same room. Coffee together. Big ideas. Questionable conference dance moves. New friends. Old friends. Hallway conversations that somehow become your best idea of the year.

Because No One Leads Alone. ❤️
So after you post that selfie, start packing your bags.
🏁 The 2026 ELGL Government Grand Prix is calling.
📍 Indianapolis (Bottleworks Hotel)
💻 Sept. 17-19
🏎️ Limited seats
🤝 Maximum connection

The starting line is waiting.
Head over to our website to learn more and register!
https://elgl.org/govgrandprix2026/

ICMA - International City/County Management Association

08/11/2026

We are only HALF WAY through an AMAZING Day, but we still have one challenge for everyone out there sharing the joy and love for all things .

We challenged our members to share City Hall Selfies from all 50 States (and territories and other countries), but we are still missing some important members from our City Hall Selfie Roll Call!

Maybe the algo didn't push their post across our feed. Maybe they didn't tag us in the post. Maybe they are working a late shift and will post later tonight. Whatever the reason, we want you to share this and reach out to folks in the states below where we are missing some City Hall Selfie Magic!

Alaska
American Samoa
District of Columbia
Delaware
Guam
Hawaii
Idaho
Indiana
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maryland
Maine
Mississippi
Montana
North Dakota
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
Nevada
Ohio
Oklahoma
Pennsylvania
Puerto Rico
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Northern Mariana Islands
Utah
Virgin Islands
Vermont
West Virginia
Wyoming

Address

850 Massachusetts Ave
Indianapolis, IN
46204

Website

http://elgl.org/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Engaging Local Government Leaders posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Engaging Local Government Leaders:

Want your organization to be the top-listed Government Service in Indianapolis?