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CSDA Board Secretary/Clerk Conference
November 3-5, 2026 | Santa Barbara, CA

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Keynote Speaker

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Marli Williams

The Power of Energy Intelligence: Staying Grounded, Focused & Fully Charged in Demanding Roles

Wednesday, November 4, 2026
8:30 – 9:45 am

In a world that never slows down, energy—not time—is your greatest asset. Board Secretaries / Clerks carry significant responsibility, navigating complex regulations, political dynamics, public scrutiny, and constant change while serving as a steady, trusted presence for others. Through this powerful and practical keynote, Marli Williams introduces Energy Intelligence, a human-centered framework for understanding, managing, protecting, and directing your energy with intention. Designed for service-based professionals, this session offers a sustainable alternative to burnout and overwhelm, focusing on how to stay grounded, focused, and resilient in high-pressure environments.

This keynote isn’t just a talk—it’s a reset. Participants will gain simple, actionable tools to protect their energy, respond with clarity and confidence, and reconnect with purpose in the essential work they do. Attendees leave feeling validated, re-energized, and fully charged to meet what’s next.

Sponsors

California Special Districts Alliance logosCalifornia Class logoColumbia Bank logoSpecial District Leadership Foundation logoSDRMA 40 Year Anniversary logoStreamline logo

Location

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
November 3 - 5, 2026 - Santa Barbara

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
633 E Cabrillo Blvd
Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Information regarding hotel reservations and links to book in the CSDA room block will be emailed within 24 hours of registration.

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