2026 NACo Annual Conference

The National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference is a fantastic opportunity for county elected officials from across the nation to gather each year. NACo’s Annual Conference includes a variety of committee and caucus meetings, educational workshops, general sessions, and much more. According to John David Davidson, Blaine County Treasurerand IAC Naco representative, the NACo Annual Conference provides the chance for elected officials to “gather, share ideas and insights, and to learn from one another”, ultimately learning how to “appropriately face the challenges that we face as counties.” The conference offers a wide range of learning opportunities on county responsibilities, domestic policy issues, best practices, and opportunities to learn more about NACo’s membership and priorities.

For Kathy Ackerman, Idaho County Clerk and IAC’s other NACo representative, the value of this opportunity is evident. “NACo conferences provide Idaho elected officials with an opportunity to gather new ideas for tackling challenges we face, as well as share our perspectives with attendees from across the US,” says Ackerman. She emphasizes that active involvement—whether through webinars or committees—ensures Idaho always has a “place at the table.” Ackerman’s advice to her fellow county elected officials, “Go! You won’t be sorry!”

IAC encourages members to take advantage of the opportunity to attend the NACo Annual Conference. Registration includes access to all workshops, committee meetings, general sessions, and conference-wide receptions. It is a great opportunity to network with other county elected officials from all over the country, access educational resources on emerging issues, and connect with federal agency staff, industry partners, and vendors.

This year’s NACo Annual Conference will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, from July 16th through July 21st.