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See the information with links for registration for upcoming training opportunities through the University of Tennessee’s MTAS in the email below.

 

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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(901) 233-1434 Mobile | (865) 974-0411 Office
mtas.tennessee.edu

 

From: MTAS <mt...@tennessee.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, September 3, 2025 8:31 AM
Subject: MTAS Training: Winning with Data

 

 

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!

 

 

 

IMPACT Series

 

Developing the Business Case

 

September 4

1:30 - 2:30 p.m. ET

Free Webinar | Zoom

 

In the third of a four-part series, we will explore how to successfully craft your business case using comprehensive economic data like workforce statistics, quality-of-life insights and other demographic data to effectively communicate the value of your development project. 

 

Recognized nationally as a leading researcher in the field of workforce and labor market analysis, Sharon Younger and her firm have successfully completed regional and statewide labor market analyses for clients in 26 states. 

 

Sharon Younger, PhD

 

Younger Associates 

 

REGISTER

 

See What has been Updated for 2025

 

Foundations & Updates Seminar

 

This is a four hour class for basics and updated topics for all things municipal courts. It’s for court clerks, city judges, city attorneys, and anyone else who may be interested.

 

Also, all our classes have been approved for four hours of CLE credits for your city attorneys and judges. The classes are free so please come join us.

 

All classes are from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm. 

 

John Eskew

 

Municipal Court Specialist

 

REGISTER

 

Are You Ready to Shift?

 

Making the Shift to Leadership

 

October 3

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

Alcoa

 

Registration: $70

 

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.

 

Johanna Owenby

 

MTAS Training & Development Program Manager

 

REGISTER

 

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.

 

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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

 

REGISTER

 

 

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

 

 

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.

 

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