Clarence Anthony is CEO and executive director of the National League of Cities (NLC), the largest organization representing America's cities and their leaders. Under his leadership, NLC has advanced policies that expand local control and provide direct funding for local programs related to public safety, infrastructure, transportation, and sustainability.

Anthony’s presentation will focus on the role and importance of local leadership, sharing ways for cities and counties to work together to address challenging issues such as emerging new technologies, infrastructure and workforce development needs. He will also talk about ways to balance those community wants and needs with budget realities, and how collaboration and coalition building can create a path to a more successful future.

Since 1992, the Mid-America Regional Council has annually recognized individuals and institutions that have made outstanding contributions to the region. The recipients of MARC's Regional Leadership awards have advanced a vision of a strong, healthy region, demonstrated commitment to its growth, and encouraged others to support and work towards that vision. MARC's Regional Leadership Awards recognize leadership and excellence in:

• Advocating regional concepts, approaches and programs
• Advancing the vision of the region as a community of excellence
• Addressing regional challenges
• Applying innovative solutions to regional problems
• Achieving improved quality of life and equitable opportunity for the region's citizens.

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