Saturday, October 4, 2025
Succession: How Museums Can Do It Better Than The TV Show
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Learning Format: Active Learning
Succession planning is one of those essential things that all organizations need to do and often do not prioritize. In this session, experienced museum professionals will create a space to discuss succession planning at every level: what it is, why it matters, and how to do it, including resources for weaving it into organizational culture and practice. Attendees will be actively involved in the conversation, exploring their role and sharing stories from their own experiences.
Coffee Klatch, Inspiration Stations, and Roundtables
FREE!
Join your fellow Annual Meeting attendees for coffee, while connecting with new colleagues and seeing familiar faces. Experience a casual showcase of innovations from across the museum field, offering you the chance to connect directly with the creators - federal agencies, associations, and inspired individuals alike.
Director & Leadership Team's Luncheon
Cost: $55
This luncheon is open to Directors, Deputy Directors, CEOs, CFOs, Leadership Team Members, and Trustees. The Luncheon will feature guest speaker Tony Manfredi, Executive Director, Nevada Arts Council. Discussion will follow.
Sponsored by Blue Rhino Design
Registrar's Committee Western Luncheon
Cost: $25
The Registrar’s Committee Western Region (RCWR) Annual Business Meeting Luncheon is open to RCWR members, collection professionals, and related vendors.
Sponsored by TBD
Storytellers and Supporters Luncheon
Cost: $55
Especially for curators, development officers, educators, evaluators, exhibit designers, and all who make possible the engaging stories that museums tell, but open to all. The recipient of the Charles Redd Award for exhibit excellence will present on the winning exhibition.
Sponsored by TBD
Indigenous Luncheon
Cost: $55
Enjoy meeting your colleagues from tribal museums and supporters of Native American concerns. All are welcome! The Luncheon will feature guest speaker Joshua Bonde, Executive Director, Stewart Indian School Cultural Center & Museum. Discussion will follow.
Sponsored by Barona Band of Mission Indians
Evening Event: Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel
$40, includes appetizers and drinks
Spend the last night of the Annual Meeting chilling with colleagues at the Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel. Take it easy with libations, hearty appetizers, and an exciting mix of activities and educational offerings to connect with fellow attendees. Attend the session “Reno what you did last summer: the campfire doubles down!” or join the WMA Book Club. Learn about Kumeyaay culture through playing traditional games. Through it all, forge new connections, find old friends, and recharge–with no need to rush to catch that last event.