APMM Annual Conference Information
May 18 - 20, 2026
The Landing Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA
The Power Of you!
Join us in Pittsburgh for three inspiring days of learning, networking, and growth at the APMM Annual Conference. This year’s theme, “The Power of YOU!”, celebrates the influence and impact municipal management has on their communities, their teams, and themselves.
We’ll explore what “power” truly means in our profession, as well as protecting your power.
Expect dynamic sessions, expert speakers, and opportunities to connect with peers and vendors who share your commitment to excellence in municipal management.
Agenda Highlights:
The Conference Programming Committee is working tirelessly to ensure that you find this conference both informative and beneficial!!
Please click on the session title to see session descriptions, as well as speaker bios:
The $50,000 Facebook Comment: Navigating Social Media 2.0 with Sam Toles
Keynote Speaker - Jim Uhl and his session The Arch: A Framework For Leadership & Life, sponsored by Delaware Valley Trust
Effectively Leading Change in an Organization as a Newcomer with Amy Farkas, Ben Estell, and Ryan Jeroski
The Power of Influence Up and Down with John Schwend, Brandon Ford, and Denise Fitzgerald
She Leads Local: Building the Pipeline for Women in Pennsylvania Government and the former Female Past Presidents of APMM
The Power of Legacy: 75 Years of Monroeville & 4 Generations with former Municipal Managers Tim Little and Marshall Bond, words from current Municipal Manager, Alex Graziani, and Assistant Manager MK Zonfrilli-Lang
Empowering Yourself in the Storm: Leading with Structure, Clarity and Integrity with Centrice Martin
The Power of Mentoring and Coming to the Table with Stephanie Teoli Kuhls
Explore the Power of Pride and Tradition in the Steel City:
Pre-registration and payment are required. Cost: $30
Join us Monday, May 18, 2026, for a tour of Acrisure Stadium (the home of the Pittsburgh Steelers) like you've never experienced it before. This interactive experience will put you on the field and in the locker-room where giants of the gridiron once stood. Check out all six of the Steelers Super Bowl trophies and snap selfies with a Pittsburgh legend - the Heinz Ketchup bottle at Gate C. This 90-minute tour will inspire you to unlock your own strengths, excel in moments of pressure, and perform at your peak. This tour is limited to 40 attendees and is for registered municipal officials only.
Following the tour, we will visit the Steelers Hall of Honor Museum. Located in Acrisure Stadium, the Steelers Hall of Honor Museum is dedicated to promoting, preserving, and celebrating Steelers football. The Hall of Honor Museum is home to over 50 inductees and over 10,000 square feet of Steelers history. The museum provides opportunities for fans to learn more about the franchise, view rare artifacts preserved by the team, and relive the biggest moments and people in Steelers history.
Schedule for Monday, May 18, 2026:
12:30 pm: Tour attendees meet in the lobby of The Landing Hotel
1:00 pm: Ultimate Tour of Acrisure Stadium (90 minutes)
2:30 pm: Hall of Honor Museum (60 minutes)
3:30 pm: Informal get together at Bar Louie North Shore (330 N Shore Dr. Building 1B)
5:00 pm: Events conclude in advance of the Opening Reception at 6:00 pm
Please plan for lunch on your own in advance of the tour. Food and beverage will not be provided as part of the Acrisure Stadium tour. The clear bag policy is in effect for this experience. There is no check-in location for prohibited bags or items at Acrisure Stadium. For more information regarding the bag policy please visit: AcrisureStadium.com.
Please note that the tour will involve walking. You will be on your feet for most of the day. Please dress comfortably and wear appropriate shoes.
Golf Outing
This year’s outing will be held on Monday, May 18 at the Cranberry Highlands Golf Course (5601 Freshcorn Road, Cranberry Township, PA 16066) with a 10:00 a.m. shotgun start.
Golf outing registration is $185, and players must be registered for the conference in order to participate.
Hotel Information
The Landing Hotel would like to welcome the 2026 APMM Annual Conference with the discounted group rate of $189 per night.
Reservations are available until Friday, April 24, 2026, or the hotel room block is sold-out. Check-in is 4:00 p.m. and check-out is 11:00 a.m. A fee of $25 will be charged for guests that check-out prior to their reserved departure date. Please do not book your room outside the group block. Complimentary parking is provided with in and out privileges.
Reservations may be made in the following ways:
Book Inside of the Group Block Here
Call 412-231-7777, reference group code/name. Group Code is APMC.