ACCD Hour of Power: Budgeting & Contracts 101

Hour of Power is a high-impact, monthly virtual learning experience designed for Chief Public Defenders in their first four years of leadership, Deputy Chiefs, and emerging senior leaders. Each session delivers practical tools, candid dialogue, and strategic insight led by seasoned Chief Public Defenders and senior leaders.

This Session: Budgeting & Contracts 101

Learn how to align your budget with your office’s priorities, negotiate contracts strategically, and make financial decisions that support long-term stability and growth.

Andre de Gruy, State Defender, Mississippi Office of State Public Defender

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