The PMAA Future Leaders Committee is dedicated to developing talent and engaging future leaders while providing avenues for professionals to network and build for the future.

Mentorship Program

Are you new to the industry and would like to bounce some questions and ideas off a seasoned professional? Do you aspire to grow within your current role, or want to learn more about all facets of the industry? Do you have years of experience and could spare an hour each quarter to share your expertise with someone new to the industry? This program provides a venue for mentees and mentors to engage in meaningful discussion and to learn about all facets of the industry. Participants include board members, administrators, operators, engineers and professional service providers. Sign up now! The 2025 program begins in January!

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Scholarship Program

The scholarship program is designed to increase knowledge and awareness of authority service and the need for qualified employees in the industry. Authorities operate with employees trained in business, management, operations and the trades with authority services areas including, but not limited to, public water, wastewater, stormwater, solid waste and recycling, airports, transportation, parking, redevelopment, emergency/medical, recreation, etc.

Scholarship(s) at a minimum of $1,000 and up to $3,000 each will be announced for recipient(s) by the end of April. Recognition of winner(s) will formally occur at the PMAA Annual Conference in September, or another predetermined PMAA event. The 2025 Authorities Future Leaders Scholarship Application is available now!

Fundraising initiatives allow replenishment of the scholarship fund to continue to recognize and assist industry leaders with qualified educational expenses. Please consider donating!

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