2026 GFOAT Spring Conference

April 19-21, 2026 | Grand Hyatt, San Antonio

Speakers and sessions are subject to change. All events are at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio unless otherwise noted.
Handouts will not be provided on site.

The GFOA Triple Crown:
A Celebración of Trust for Your Community & Stakeholders

Presented by:
Mary Beth Gunderson – Senior Account Executive, ClearGov
Nick Murray – Solutions Engineer, ClearGov

In this session, we’ll explore what it takes for a government organization to achieve the Triple Crown and why the standards behind these awards matter. Participants will learn how aligning budgeting, financial reporting, and community communication creates a stronger foundation for public trust and more effective decision-making.


Learning Objectives:
1. Explain the criteria and purpose of the GFOA Triple Crown Awards and how the three programs work together to recognize excellence in public financial management.

2. Identify the operational and communication practices that help organizations successfully align budgeting, financial reporting, and community-facing financial transparency.

3. Evaluate how achieving the Triple Crown can strengthen trust and credibility with governing boards, stakeholders, and the community through clear, consistent financial communication.