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Please see the upcoming training offerings form MTAS in the email below. There are links for more information and to register for each training opportunity.

 

In service,

 

Donald Pannell, M.S., EFO
Fire Management Consultant
UT Municipal Technical Advisory Service

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7777 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 3, Box 14
Memphis, Tennessee 38120

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mtas.tennessee.edu

 

From: MTAS <mt...@tennessee.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, August 20, 2025 8:30 AM
Subject: MTAS Training: Free Public Records and Open Meetings Training

 

 

Our weekly email includes announcements for upcoming training within the next 30-45 days. However, you can register in advance for any of our upcoming training!

Our Training Calendar lists upcoming training within 120 days. You can also search or browse all upcoming training in K@TE and register at any time!

 

 

Free Online Classes Available through K@TE

 

The K@TE system now offers an incredible opportunity for learners with access to over 1,000 free online courses. These courses span a wide range of topics, including technology, business, personal development, and more, ensuring that there is something for everyone.

Start your learning journey today and unlock your potential with the vast resources available through K@TE! The welcome page has a link at the top that says Learning; the dropdown leads to “Browse for Training.” When you get to that page you can select the computer icon to just see Online Courses. Then you can scroll to see your desired topic.

Our courses are open to employees of all Tennessee municipalities and are free.

 

 

Are You Ready to Shift?

 

Making the Shift to Leadership

 

You’ve landed your first leadership role— congratulations! Now the real challenge begins: shifting from peer to leader. In this fast-paced, interactive course, you’ll build the mindset, skills, and confidence to lead effectively from day one.

 

Jefferson City 
September 3

Alcoa 
October 3

 

Elevate Your Skills, Empower Your Role

 

Administrative Professionals Bootcamp

 

October 1, 8, 15, 22

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET

Knoxville 

 

Registration: $265

 

The Administrative Professionals Bootcamp is designed for municipal administrative support staff who wish to enhance self-awareness and develop their skills in customer service, communication, and productivity.

 

This 12-hour program is composed of four courses: Professional Awareness, Customer Service, Confident Communication, and Productive Work Habits. Participants will also receive a DiSC work styles report. Completion of all four courses is required to receive a certificate of completion.

 

Johanna Owenby

MTAS Training & Development Program Manager

 

REGISTER

 

Free Public Records and Open Meetings Training

 

The Tennessee Comptroller’s Office of Open Records Counsel (OORC) is conducting six 2-hour training seminars in October for government employees, elected officials, media, and anyone who is interested in learning more about Tennessee’s public records and open meetings laws.

 

Open Records Counsel Toni Chadwick and Assistant General Counsel Seth May will lead each class through a variety of topics including public records laws and procedures, open meetings requirements, and exceptions to the Tennessee Public Records Act.

 

Qualifies for Certified Municipal Finance Officer, Certified County Finance Officer, and Utility Commissioner training credits.

 

LEARN MORE

 

 

Ready to Strengthen Your Leadership Skills?

 

Municipal Leadership Program

 

Registration: $385

 

Imagine being able to communicate effectively, confidently influence people and drive performance within your team. The MTAS Municipal Leadership Program is designed to equip leaders at all levels with knowledge, tools and strategies to excel in their roles.

 

MARTIN

RED BANK

NASHVILLE

 

 

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