California Assessors' Association 

2024 Management Conference Hosted by the Bay Area Assessors

Registration for the CAA Management Conference is open.

We look forward to seeing conference attendees in Monterey at the Hyatt Regency from Monday, April 22, through Thursday, April 25.

This year's conference is chaired by Bay Area Assessors’ Association and Monterey County Assessor Marina Camacho

The goal of the 2024 CAA Management Conference is to provide new and returning attendees alike with the tools necessary to explore the post-COVID work environment, safety recommendations, hiring practices and mental health

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: THURSDAY, MARCH 28.

**PLEASE NOTE: AS OF TUESDAY, MARCH 12, OVERNIGHT LODGING IS LIMITED ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24. IF YOU REQUIRE ASSISTANCE MAKING YOUR RESERVATION, PLEASE EMAIL EVENTS@CALASSESSOR.ORG**

REGISTER TODAY!

THE 2024 BAAA ANNUAL CONFERENCE STARTS IN:

-
Days
-
Hours
-
Minutes
-
Seconds

Registration Fees

Registration may be limited to general and public session. Does not include admission to the offsite event.

$525 - Assessors and BOE Members

$375 - County and BOE Staff

$375 - CAA-IT Conference (incl. Wed & Thu meals)*
$125 - Guests
(meal functions only)
$1,000 - Non-Government

*The April CAA-IT conference has been cancelled.  The conference is now rescheduled to take place in fall (Mon, Oct 7-Thur, Oct 10), so please plan accordingly.

$40 - Monterey Aquarium Offsite Event (Wed 6-8 pm) **includes Shuttle + Admission to the MB Aquarium, two (2) Drink Tickets & Light Appetizers


Exhibitor Opportunities

Interested in becoming a conference sponsor? Exhibitor Packages range from $2,250 - $4,500.

Click here to learn more about becoming an exhibitor.

MEET THE PRESENTERS

Opening Session

Jeff Harry

The LEGO Bowtie Guy

Jeff Harry combines positive psychology and play to heal workplaces, help teams build psychological safety and assist individuals in addressing their biggest challenges by embracing a play-oriented approach to work. Jeff was selected by BambooHR & Engagedly as one of the Top 100 HR Influencers and has been featured in the NY Times, Mashable, Upworthy, Huffpost, Shondaland, Wired, NPR, NatGeo, & Forbes.

Jeff has worked with Google, Microsoft, Southwest Airlines, Adobe, the NFL, Amazon, and Facebook, helping their staff to infuse more play into the day-to-day. Over the past 15 years of facilitation and speaking, Jeff’s main goal has been to help work suck less by assisting leaders in building a playground workplace atmosphere that motivates their staff to do their most vibrant work.

Keynote

Ernie G

Comedian & Impact Leader

For over 15 years, Ernie G has Empowered the Managers & Employees of many of the Country's Top Fortune 500 Companies, National Non-Profit Organizations, Small Businesses & local Government Agencies! His Corporate events not only Entertain & Educate, but Transform work place environments & organizations into functional and profitable communities!

He has performed for top corporations, including Pepsi-Co, Disney, General Mills, Warner Bros., the U.S. Armed Forces, National Council de la Raza, Latin American Educational Foundation, the Hispanic College Fund & St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Ernie’s heart has always been in working with Inner-City & Foster Youth! He has delivered Leadership Training & Mental Health Programs for City & County Organizations, including California Children's Services, Foster Care Agencies and the L.A. County Probation Department.

LOCATION & ARRIVAL

Nestled in the Monterey pines on 22 secluded acres and minutes from the scenic wonders of the Central Coast, Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa on Del Monte Golf Course inspires wonder and discovery.

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa

Overnight Lodging

The conference host has secured a roomblock with Hyatt Regency.

$269.00 - Single & Double

$294.00 - Triple

$319.00 - Quad

Guests will additionally be charged for a

discounted $15 daily Resort Fee, 13.60% Occupancy Tax, and $4.50 Service Fee

Resort Fee Includes Complimentary:

Self Parking, Guestroom Internet, In-room reusable water bottles. Use of fitness center, sauna, steam rooms, pools and hot tubs. Complimentary shuttle to and from Monterey Airport.

ROOMBLOCK DEADLINE: THURSDAY, MARCH 21.

**AS OF TUESDAY, MARCH 12, OVERNIGHT LODGING IS LIMITED ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24. IF YOU REQUIRE ASSISTANCE MAKING YOUR RESERVATION, PLEASE EMAIL EVENTS@CALASSESSOR.ORG**


Reservations can be made by calling the Hyatt Regency at 877-803-7534 or by using this Reservation Link and Group Code: G-AABM

PLEASE NOTE: The hotel will require credit card on file and advance payment of first nights' room and tax.

Cancellations require 72 hours advance notice to avoid credit card on file being charged a No Show Fee.

Early Departures must notify reception upon check-in to avoid 100% room charge for any unused night(s).

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

Program of Events

Download Program-at-a-Glance

Monday, April 22

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM              
Registration Desk Open

Exhibitor Set-up

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

HOSPITALITY RECEPTION:

Hyatt Regency

Tuesday, April 23

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM              
Registration Desk Open

Exhibitor Set-up

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Continental Breakfast Buffet

7:30AM - 3:30 PM

Exhibits Open

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Opening Ceremonies & Introductions

Call to Order

Pledge of Allegiance

Invocation

Welcome

Introductions of Guest

BOE Chairman's Message

CAA President's Message

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Exhibitor Introductions


9:30 AM - 10:30 AM              
GENERAL SESSION:

Rediscover Your Play

Presented by:
Jeff Harry, The LEGO Bowtie Guy


10:30 AM - 11:00 AM                      
Networking Break & Exhibit Hall BINGO

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

CAA-ITA Update

11:45 AM - 1:30 PM            
LUNCHEON & KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Presented by:

Ernie G, Comedian & Impact Leader

1:30 PM - 2:45 PM              
GENERAL SESSION

Leadership Academy Panel
Panelists:
Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Assessor

Joaquin Torres, SF County Assessor

George Galang, Yolo County Chief Deputy Assessor

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Break & Exhibitor Networking

3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

GENERAL SESSION:

Real Property Recording Fraud
Presented by:
Justin Bell, Monterey County District Attorney Investigator

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

OFFSITE RECEPTION:

Monterey Bay Aquarium

[Separate $40 registration fee required]

This is a private reception for CAA attendees. Shuttle service from the Hyatt to the Aquarium is included.

                                   

Wednesday, April 24
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM              
Registration Desk Open

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM              
Continental Breakfast Buffet

7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Exhibits Open

9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

GENERAL SESSION:

First Amendment Auditor

10:15 AM-10:30 AM

Break: Exhibitor Networking & BINGO Prize

Drawing

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

GENERAL SESSION:

Assessment Appeal Panel
Presented by:
John Tuteur, Napa County Assessor

Rachel DeBord, Napa County Board Clerk

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Exhibitor Teardown

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Assessors' Only Regional Luncheons &

All Attendee Lunch Buffet

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

CAA COMMITTEE MEETINGS        
Education Committee (1:30PM - 2:30PM)

Standards Committee (2:30PM - 3:30PM)

Legislative Committee (3:30PM - 4:30PM)

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM              
Hospitality Reception


Thursday, April 25


7:00 AM - 8:30 AM              
Breakfast Buffet


8:00 AM - 10:00 AM              
Executive Committee Meeting

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM            
CAAITA JPA Meeting

Public Meeting

Exhibitor Opportunities

Network & learn from over

20 Exhibitors throughout this year's conference

Frequently Asked Questions

I can no longer attend the conference. Can I get a refund of my registration fee?

Refund requests will be honored (minus $100) through *Friday, March 29*. After this date, refunds will not be issued because we have guaranteed food and supply counts. However, substitutes are welcome to attend in your place. Please send substitution information to admin@calassessor.org.

Refer to the hotel information for hotel cancellation information.

Refunds will be processed after the conference.


What is the attire for conference participants

  • Business Casual - Tuesday, April 23
  • Casual - Monday, April 22, Wednesday, April 24, Thursday, April 25