2026 Business Managers Conference

WASBO's Business Managers Conference (BMC) offers K-12 business, finance, and administration professionals the opportunity to connect and engage in learning tailored for school business leaders. This event provides current and aspiring K-12 business, finance, and administration professionals a chance to step away from the office, make meaningful connections, and immerse in high-impact learning. The conference is designed to support district budgets and minimize time away from work through a condensed format. Key learning focuses include the evolving role of the Business Manager, budget development, long-range planning, revenue basics, internal controls, compliance, risk awareness, practical tools and templates, scenario-based problem solving, communication strategies, and leadership skills. Session topics cover expectations, influence, and impact of the Business Manager, enrollment, apportionment & revenue, succession planning, interdepartmental collaboration, budget monitoring, time management, bargaining, year-end preparation, internal controls for audits, business operations & special funds, and partnerships with superintendents and school boards.