Building the Next Generation of Public Service Leaders

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Join Federal News Network for a panel discussion featuring federal officials and outside experts as we partner with WAEPA for its Annual Member Meeting.

The last two years have been disruptive for the federal workforce.  

With losses of over 300,000 federal workers, including many who were in the early stages of their careers, plus multiple policy changes surrounding performance management, promotions and policy alignment, the outreach message for new federal workers could be challenging.

How are agencies and partner institutions addressing these challenges and attracting new federal employees?   

Federal Drive Host Terry Gerton will moderate a comprehensive discussion on strategies and programs for recruiting the next generation of public servants:

  • Career motivation: What motivates young people today to pursue careers in public service?
  • Talent pipelines: What programs provide early experience and streamline access to public service positions?
  • Strategic recruitment: How can federal agencies best access these programs as part of their HR strategy?
  • Career development: What ongoing training and development will help new public servants build successful and impactful careers?

The program will begin with WAEPA's State of the Association presented by CEO, M. Shane Canfield.

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Speaker Details

M. Shane Canfield

CEO • WAEPA

Eduardo (Eddie) Ribas

Chief Human Capital Officer • Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Margot Conrad

Senior Director • The Volcker Alliance

Shannon Portillo

Director, School of Public Affairs • Arizona State University

Terry Gerton

Host • The Federal Drive

Event Topic

Employee Training & Development, Management, Human Resources

Relevant Audiences

All Federal Government
Building the Next Generation of Public Service Leaders
Event Type
Virtual / Online
Event Subtype
Webinar / Webcast
When
Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | 11:00 am ET
Registration Cost
Complimentary
Website
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Organizer
Federal News Network (FNN)