Elevate 2026: Hands-on Diligent Community training for public leaders
Here’s your first look at Elevate 2026 — three days of practical training and expert insights for public sector leaders, April 22–24 in Atlanta.
Elevate 2026 gives public education, local government and public sector teams the tools and strategies to tackle today’s governance challenges with confidence.
This year’s public sector track is designed as a deeply practical, hands-on training experience for administrators and leaders in school districts, higher education institutions, and state and local government organizations that rely on Diligent Community to power transparent, compliant meetings.
Across three days, you’ll work directly in dedicated practice sites, build repeatable workflows and hear from peers who are modernizing governance while staying grounded in open meeting requirements and public expectations.
At Elevate 2026, you’ll leave with concrete skills you can put to work at your very next meeting — from faster agenda builds and smoother live meetings to more accessible public sites and streamlined policy workflows.
Don't miss the chance to earn continuing education credits and build important relationships with colleagues. Secure your spot today and get ready to be motivated by top industry experts. You'll discover crucial insights and learn how to maximize the benefits of Diligent Community's product features for you and your team.
Ready to join us?
View the full agenda to find out about all the other sessions taking place at Elevate 2026 and register here.
How the Diligent Community track is structured
The Diligent Community track is organized into two learning paths, so you can focus on the experience that best matches where you are today.
Beginner track: Designed for users who are new to Diligent Community, have not migrated yet, or are currently using another Diligent product and preparing to transition. This track helps you build a strong foundation and get comfortable with the platform.
Advanced track: Recommended for users who have been on Diligent Community for more than a year and are ready to go deeper. This track is ideal for administrators looking to refine their processes and get more out of the platform.
Your Elevate experience is fully flexible. While each track provides a recommended path, you are welcome to move between sessions and build an agenda that best fits your goals, interests, and day-to-day responsibilities.
You’ll also can earn continuing education credits and connect with peers facing similar challenges.
View the full agenda to find out about all the other sessions taking place at Elevate 2026 and register here.
Highlights from the Elevate 2026 Diligent Community program
Below is a selection of the Diligent Community sessions planned for Elevate 2026. Please note that sessions are subject to change as the agenda is finalized.
Beginner Track
Introducing Diligent Community: What to Expect and How We’ll Support You
This session is for all BoardDocs and iCompass users, including those transitioning to Diligent Community. We’ll answer common questions, outline what’s changing, and share what’s available to help you succeed. You’ll learn what to expect during the process, how our team supports you, and how Diligent Community helps your organization work more efficiently.
Building Better Agendas in Diligent Community – Parts 1 & 2
Join us for a hands-on session focused on streamlining your agenda-building process. You’ll learn real techniques for formatting, collaboration, and consistent presentation, designed to save time and reduce last-minute edits.
Managing Live Meetings and Minutes from Start to Finish
Get hands-on with managing every part of your meeting process in Diligent Community. Learn how to set up options and settings, stay in control before, during, and after the meeting, confidently complete your minutes, capture action items, and maintain transparency throughout.
Running Meetings That Matter: A Modern Take on Robert’s Rules & Open Meeting Compliance
Running meetings doesn’t have to feel complicated. Hear directly from a parliamentary procedure expert as they break down a modern approach to Robert’s Rules and open meeting compliance that keeps meetings moving and on track.
Advanced Track
Workflows That Work for You in Diligent Community
No more “Who’s got the latest version?” chaos! This hands-on session will show you how to use Workflow to assign tasks, manage approvals, and keep your agenda process running smoothly.
Goals & Library Document Mini-Sessions with Diligent Community
Dive into bite-sized, hands-on sessions where you’ll explore how to set and track district goals and keep your document library organized and easy to use.
Using Livestream Manager to Broadcast Your Meetings with AI-Supported Minutes
Bring transparency to life by learning how to stream meetings directly to your Public Site. From setup to success, this session shows how to deliver professional broadcasts your community can easily access.
Running Meetings That Matter: A Modern Take on Robert’s Rules & Open Meeting Compliance
Running meetings doesn’t have to feel complicated. Hear directly from a parliamentary procedure expert as they break down a modern approach to Robert’s Rules and open meeting compliance that keeps meetings moving and on track.
Future of Diligent Community
To close out the track, this roadmap session looks ahead at what’s next for Diligent Community — from upcoming enhancements to long‑term product direction for public sector customers. It’s a chance to hear directly from our product team, ask questions and share what you’d like to see as your governance needs evolve.
How to register for Elevate 2026
If you support a school board, college or university, city or county council, or other public body, Elevate 2026 is your opportunity to deepen your Diligent Community skills, compare notes with peers and bring home ideas you can put into practice right away.
If you haven’t already booked your ticket to join us in Atlanta at Elevate 2026, we’d love to see you there! Register here. For answers to any questions you might have check out our Elevate FAQs.
