January 13, 2026
Tuesday, January 13, 2025 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET
Join us for a fireside chat with Orleans County, NY, as they share how their team successfully transitioned from a traditional capital expense (CapEx) model to an operational expense (OpEx) model for network services.
When faced with rising maintenance costs and an expiring carrier contract, the county seized the opportunity to modernize its network and lock in predictable monthly costs. By bundling connectivity services with unified communications, they achieved immediate savings of over $124,000, eliminated recurring charges such as long-distance fees and third-party integration costs, and gained access to operational upgrades like call analytics and auto-attendants.
This shift not only strengthened financial planning through fixed monthly expenses but also freed up IT staff to focus on strategic initiatives.
Key takeaway: Rethinking your budget model can be just as impactful as upgrading your technology — delivering fiscal stability and enhanced services for your community.
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January 14, 2026
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ET
The Nationwide Retirement Institute is here to provide county staff and retirees clarity regarding key retirement topics. As we start to think about our retirement, questions come up -- which is why Nationwide has created a range of helpful presentations to provide some answers.
One of the most important decisions you'll make regarding your retirement income is when to file for Social Security benefits. Get informed about your options; doing so could mean a difference of hundreds of thousands of dollars over the years.
This webinar is brought to you by NACo EDGE, establishing people, purchasing, and performance cost-saving solutions that can be applied to counties nationwide. EDGE is owned by NACo, advised by county leaders and 100% focused on solutions for U.S. Counties. Learn more about NACo EDGE here.
View other upcoming Nationwide webinars here.
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January 15, 2026 -
December 17, 2026
Last year's Inside Washington series is now NACo Policy Insider, a bi-weekly webinar offering an overview of the full federal policy landscape impacting counties, as well as deeper dives into specific policy areas, equipping county leaders with insights, context, and strategies to engage effectively on key issues from transportation and infrastructure, to public lands, to disasters, to health and human services, and more.
For more information, visit the series page.
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January 16, 2026
Friday, January 16 | 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Arts and culture serve as powerful pathways for advancing county policy goals. Whether seeking improvements in downtown revitalization, economic and workforce development, public health or tourism, creative strategies can help counties achieve tangible results.
This webinar will explore ways counties can effectively connect arts and culture investments to key policy priorities. Participants will hear from national leaders at Americans for the Arts and examples from Pennsylvania and New Mexico, highlighting how local governments are leveraging the arts to drive community impact.
Hosted by NACo’s Arts & Culture Innovation Council, this session is open to all interested NACo members and is designed for county leaders, staff and partners seeking practical insights and replicable models.
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January 22, 2026
Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. ET
Heading to Washington, D.C. for the NACo Legislative Conference? This webinar provides a practical introduction to lobbying tailored specifically for county leaders. Attendees will learn how to prepare for Hill meetings, effectively advocate for NACo priorities, and translate county experiences into clear federal policy asks—ensuring every meeting counts while you’re in town.
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January 29, 2026
Thursday, January 29, 2025 | 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. ET
If this is your first time attending NACo’s Legislative Conference, this webinar is for you! Join NACo’s Membership Chair and staff to learn ways to maximize your experience at the NACo Legislative Conference. This conference is the premier opportunity for county leaders to exchange cutting-edge practices, engage with members of Congress, and collaborate on policy solutions. You’ll leave this brief webinar prepared to navigate the conference schedule and participate in sessions, including policy meetings, a federal agency expo, and summits on pressing topics.
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