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Imperial County Supervisor Martha Cardenas-Singh Completes NACo High Performance Leadership Academy

July 13, 2026

Imperial County, CA — The Imperial County Board of Supervisors is proud to recognize Supervisor Martha Cardenas-Singh for successfully completing the National Association of Counties (NACo) High Performance Leadership Academy, a 12-week professional development program designed to strengthen leadership among county officials and public servants across the nation.


The NACo High Performance Leadership Academy provides county leaders with practical tools to better serve their communities, navigate complex challenges, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and lead with purpose in a changing public service environment. Through the program, participants focus on areas such as leadership development, communication, collaboration, innovation, and strategic decision-making.


“I am honored to have completed the NACo High Performance Leadership Academy,” said Supervisor Martha Cardenas-Singh. “This experience strengthened my leadership skills and reinforced my commitment to putting residents first, making informed policy decisions, and building strong partnerships that improve the quality of life in our communities. I look forward to applying these lessons to advance thoughtful, people-centered solutions for Imperial County.”


Supervisor Cardenas-Singh’s completion of the academy reflects her continued commitment to professional growth, responsive governance, and service to the residents of Imperial County. As a member of the Board of Supervisors, she has remained focused on supporting policies and initiatives that address local needs, improve public service delivery, and strengthen the County’s ability to serve its communities.


The NACo High Performance Leadership Academy, developed in partnership with the Professional Development Academy, connects county leaders from across the country and equips them with skills to lead more effectively within local government. Supervisor Cardenas-Singh now joins a national network of county leaders who have completed the program and are applying its lessons to enhance local governance and community outcomes.


For more information about the NACo High Performance Leadership Academy, visit www.naco.org.

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