CSMFO 2025 Conference: A Resounding Success by the Numbers

The California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) 2025 Annual Conference was a highly attended and well-received event, demonstrating strong engagement and enthusiasm from municipal finance professionals across the state. With an impressive turnout, high participation in pre-sessions and networking events, and extensive interaction with digital resources, this year's conference showcased the growing impact of CSMFO.

Conference Engagement at a Glance:

• Exhibit Hall: 115 organizations showcased their services and innovations, providing valuable insights and networking opportunities.

• Recreational Events: 46 attendees participated in the pickleball tournament, while 51 hit the greens for the golf outing.

• Pre-Sessions: 253 registrants signed up for educational pre-sessions, reinforcing the demand for professional development.

• Check-In Rate: With a remarkable 97% check-in rate, 1,614 of the 1,664 registrants attended the conference.

Digital Engagement and Interest in Membership:

• Event Calendar Views: 707 unique views of the CSMFO event calendar indicated strong intent to engage with future events.

• Cohort/Mentorship QR Code Scans: 116 scans of QR codes strategically placed throughout the convention center highlighted interest in CSMFO’s mentorship and networking initiatives.

• Join Now Page Views: 109 visitors explored CSMFO membership details via the Join Now page, leading to 10 new members joining the organization during the conference.

• Volunteer Interest: 8 new volunteer forms were submitted, underscoring the growing commitment to CSMFO’s mission.

Conference App Engagement:

• Conference App Downloads: 1,276 attendees downloaded the conference app, further demonstrating the value of digital resources.

• Schedule Session Views: Matching overall app engagement, 94,703 schedule session views were tracked, reinforcing how attendees relied on the app to navigate the event.

The 2025 CSMFO Annual Conference set a new benchmark for attendee engagement and digital interaction. With robust participation across sessions, events, and networking opportunities, CSMFO continues to foster a thriving community of municipal finance professionals. As the organization looks ahead to future conferences, these numbers reaffirm the value of in-person collaboration, professional development, and digital connectivity in the evolving landscape of municipal finance.