MTAS Training: Elevate Your Everyday Interactions

[Cross, Steve]

Please look over and take advantage of this high-quality professional development facilitated by UT MTAS. 

There is something for everyone in your organization.

Best Regards,

Steve

Steven E. Cross, MA, CFO
Fire Management Consultant | Program Manager
UT Municipal Technical Advisory Service

1610 University Avenue
Knoxville, Tennessee 37921

Steven...@tennessee.edu
(615) 532.7108 | (931) 981.3593 Cell

mtas.tennessee.edu

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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! 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 Elevate Your Everyday Interactions  Professional Skills Refresher  Zoom    Registration: $60    Need a quick refresher on the skills that keep your work running smoothly? This virtual session offers a tune-up on the essential skills:  business etiquette  critical thinking and follow-through  customer service  Join us to revisit the essentials—and leave with practical tips you can use right away.  Yolanda Dillard  Training Consultant  MTAS October 30 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET  November 19  9:30 - 11:30 a.m. ET  Turn Conflict Into a Opportunity!  Conflict Resolution October 9 9:30-11:30 a.m. ET  Zoom    Registration: $60    Utility Training: 2.0 hours   Join us October 9 for an interactive session facilitated by Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation Talent Development Consultant, Keifer Helle, who will share strategies to improve your approach to resolving conflict.   Keifer Helle Talent Development Consultant TDEC REGISTER Streamline Business Tax and Licensing Processing Business Tax Update October 22 9:30-11:30 a.m. ET  Free Webinar | Zoom    Join Katie Julian and Billy Trout from the Tennessee Department of Revenue for updates, tips, insight on how to:    Simplify business tax collection and reporting Improve e-filing processes  and more! Katie Julian Taxpayer Services TDOR Billy Trout Taxpayer Services Manger TDOR REGISTER Are You Ready to Shift? Making the Shift to Leadership Yolanda Dillard Training Consultant MTAS 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.       Registration: $70 Matt Hensley Training Consultant MTAS HENDERSON MOUNT CARMEL From Code to Case Administrative Hearing Officer October 30 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. ET Zoom   Registration: $350   This course will provide an overview of the duties of a certified administrative hearing officer and an overview of best practices. This course will cover the following: A review of the provisions that govern the AHO Program Case examples and case studies The importance of working with the code official This course serves as initial training and recertification. Abb Oglesby Legal & Codes Team Program Manager MTAS REGISTER The Essentials of Grant Writing Intro to Grant Writing October 7 3-5 p.m. ET Zoom   Registration: $60 Gain an overview of the grant funding process with an emphasis on the essential components of a grant proposal package and how to craft a quality grant proposal that aligns with the funder’s strategic funding priorities. The session will also include how to identify available grant opportunities from federal, state and foundation grant sources.   *This session may qualify for CPE hours under CMFO guidelines. While the Comptroller's Office does not pre-approve CPE, participants should confirm eligibility before registering. Chris Shults Grants & Training Specialist MTAS REGISTER Is Your Public Water Utility Financially Solvent?   Financial Oversight of Water Utility Systems  October 7 5:30-8:30 p.m. ET  Free Webinar | Zoom    Utility Training: 3.0 hours    Gain an understanding of the board's role in ensuring the financial solvency of its public water utility.  Learn the state financial requirements for water utilities.  Identify best practices to improve your utility’s financial health.  Explore budgeting, internal controls, debt, and capital planning. Brad Harris Financial Consultant MTAS Eric Spencer Finance Program Manager MTAS REGISTER Contact Us Hyperlinks above will display an Emma link since that is the mailing server we use, the links are valid. If you have any concerns please call the MTAS mainline at 865-974-0411. www.mtas.tennessee.edu