Live Events https://www.wasbo.org/events/event_list.asp Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:58:36 GMT Wed, 10 May 2028 04:00:00 GMT Copyright © 2028 Washington Association of School Business Officials 2026 Business Managers Conference https://www.wasbo.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2034370 https://www.wasbo.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2034370

2026 Business Managers Conference (BMC)             

In-Person • Learn • Recharge • Connect

Dates/Times: Monday, August 3, 2026 at 8:00 AM to Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Location: Icicle Village Resort (Leavenworth, WA)

Clock Hours/CPE Credit: 12
Registration Fee: Please note an 8.6% Leavenworth Sales Tax will apply


Regular Rate (6/1 to 8/2):  $449 for WASBO Members, $650 for Non-Members             

Overview

We're back in-person for 2026! WASBO's Business Managers Conference (BMC) offers the chance for current and aspiring K-12 business, finance and administration professionals to step away from the office, make meaningful connections and immerse in learning designed specifically for school business leaders.

The event's length has been shortened to better support district budgets and your time away from work. Get ready for a condensed format with high-impact learning and time to connect!

Who Should Attend?

The event is ideal for:

  • New and early-career Business Managers  building confidence in their role
  • Aspiring school business leaders preparing for future leadership opportunities
  • Finance and operations staff supporting district business functions
  • Experienced leaders seeking a stronger foundation or refreshed understanding of school finance

Presenters

    1. Bobbi Catone, CSBO, CSBS, Business Manager (Tonasket SD)
    2. Brianne King, CSBO, Executive Director (WASBO)
    3. Holli Higgins, Attorney (Stevens Clay P.S.)
    4. James Peckham, CSBO, Executive Director of Finance (Lakewood SD)
    5. Jon Poolman, CSBO, Director of Business Services & Safety (Mukilteo SD)
    6. Lindsey Roberston, CSBS, Professional Learning & Growth Specialist (WASBO)
    7. Travis Belisle, CSBO, Executive Director of Finance (Richland SD)

Session Topics

    1. The Business Manager Today — Expectations, Influence, and Impact
    2. Enrollment, Apportionment & Revenue — Making the Connections
    3. Building Continuity: Succession Planning and Team Development
    4. Working Across Departments — Breaking Down Silos
    5. Budget in Motion: Monitoring, Adjusting & Communicating
    6. Time Management for Business Managers: Balancing Competing Priorities
    7. Bargaining with Confidence
    8. A Confident Close: Preparing for Year-End Success
    9. Internal Controls to Prepare for Audits: What Actually Works in Districts
    10. Beyond the General Fund: Business Operations & Special Funds
    11. Strong Partnerships, Stronger Decisions: Working with Superintendents and School Boards
    12. Tools to Simplify, Streamline, and Save Time

Learning Focus

Conference learning will emphasize:

  • The evolving role and impact of the Business Manager
  • Budget development, long-range planning and revenue basics
  • Internal controls, compliance and risk awareness
  • Tools, templates and practices you can take back and use
  • Scenario-based problem solving with peers
  • Communication strategies for working across departments
  • Leadership skills: Guiding teams, influencing and leading people through change

Networking & Community

  • Dedicated networking breaks
  • Monday PM networking reception
  • Opportunities to connect with peers facing the same challenges
  • Supportive environment focused on practical, real-world conversation

Lodging & Meals

  • IVR Hotel Rate: $189 per night (Reservation code provided in confirmation email)
  • Breakfast: Included for IVR hotel guests
  • Lunch: Provided on both days (Mon-Tue)
  • Monday Networking Reception: Light appetizers, snacks and refreshments

Why Attend?

✔ Reconnect with your professional network
✔ Gain tools and strategies you can use immediately
✔ Step away, recharge and refocus
✔ Learn alongside colleagues who understand your work
✔ Experience high-quality learning in a setting designed for conversation

Note: CSFO Certification is also available for additional, deeper learning!

⭐ Not a WASBO Member?

Join today to access member rates, professional learning, and member-exclusive resources year-round.

 

🎓 Professional Development

Clock hours/CPE credit: 12

Learn more about WASBO’s Professional Certification Program!

 

❌ Cancellation Policy

Please note registration for the event is guaranteed once payment has been received. For full details, visit WASBO’s registration policies page.

🫱🏽‍🫲🏽 Thanks for Your Support!

Thank you to our 2026 Business Managers Conference sponsors for supporting high-quality professional learning and connection for school business leaders across Washington 💡

All 2026 BMC sponsorship opportunities are currently filled.

FreeDoc

Gallagher

Pacifica Law Group

Piper Sandler
Strategic School Consultants
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