Strengthening Local Leadership: CIS Annual Conference Brings Focus to Proactive Risk Management

Jan 23, 2025

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Local government leaders are invited to attend the 23rd CIS Annual Conference to deepen their understanding of risk management and enhance their ability to lead resilient communities. The CIS Annual Conference focuses on equipping top leaders with practical strategies to mitigate risks and prevent costly incidents before they happen.

The conference features sessions tailored to address pressing challenges faced by Oregon’s cities and counties. Sessions such as 2025 Case Law/Legal Updates, Navigating Ordinances and Risks: A Practical Guide for Homeless Community Services, and Continuity of Operations Planning and Tabletop Exercises for Disaster Preparedness provide essential updates on emerging legal risks and strategies for responding to emergencies effectively. These sessions will help local leaders understand their liability exposure and legal responsibilities, ensuring better preparation for unforeseen events.

Additionally, the session Do’s and Don’ts of Cyber Incident Response emphasizes the growing importance of cybersecurity for public entities, offering actionable advice on preventing cyberattacks, which have become an increasing threat to local governments.

“Proactive risk management can make all the difference in protecting the public interest,” said CIS’ Executive Director Patrick Priest. “Our conference is designed to provide leaders with the knowledge and resources to build safer, stronger communities.”

Key Conference Highlights

  • Networking Opportunities — Connect with peers and experts across Oregon to share ideas, solutions, and best practices for tackling local challenges.
  • Flexible Attendance Options — The conference offers hybrid attendance, allowing participants to join in person or virtually through CIS’ Attendee Hub. With affordable registration fees and on-demand access to recorded sessions, attendees can engage in the event in a way that works best for them.
  • Continuing Education Credits — Attendees can earn up to 8 MCLE, 4 SHRM, and 16 DPSST continuing education credits. Additionally, participants can earn risk management certification credits across multiple categories, including emergency preparedness, cybersecurity, and legal compliance, ensuring they stay current on essential risk management practices.

Registration Details

Join fellow local leaders in learning how to build risk-aware organizations and foster stronger communities. For more information, contact CIS at conference@cisoregon.org.