2026 NASACT Emerging Leaders

The National Association of State Auditors, Comptrollers, and Treasurers (NASACT) Emerging Leaders Conference will take place April 14 – 16, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri. This event brings together rising professionals from across state government finance, auditing and oversight functions.

Designed to support the next generation of public-sector leaders, the conference focuses on building leadership capabilities, strengthening communication and presentation skills, and addressing timely topics impacting government operations, including innovation and the thoughtful use of emerging technologies. Through a mix of interactive sessions and peer networking, attendees will gain practical insights they can apply in their roles while building meaningful connections with colleagues from across the country.

Be sure to join us as we cover the topic below.

Session C: What We Learned From GASB 101: Practical Guidance for Year Two and Beyond, April 14, from 12:55 – 1:45 P.M.

Implementing new Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements can be complex and time consuming. In this session, we will use the recent implementation of GASB Statement No. 101, Compensated Absences, to demonstrate a practical, four-phase implementation methodology that can be applied to any new accounting standard.

Participants will also learn how to transition from initial adoption to sustainable, repeatable processes that support long-term success. This session offers valuable insights for both seasoned implementers and those new to GASB implementation.

Speakers

Danny Martinez | Partner, CFO Advisory, Government & Public Sector Industry, Cherry Bekaert
Michele Nichols | Director of Administration, Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts