Park Trends Unleashed: Insights from NRPA 2024

Watch the recording of a lively discussion on the latest trends and insights presented at the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) annual conference. Discover new ways to create vibrant and sustainable park systems.

Original Air Date: November 7, 2024

Watch the Discussion

The NRPA annual conference is always a great opportunity for park and rec pros to come together and discuss new strategies for strengthening their communities. Not only was CivicPlus® present at the 2024 conference — we hosted a live webinar the following week to unpack what we learned.

Created for park and rec professionals, this webinar features conference highlights and key learnings from the week’s sessions and discussions. We also explore the latest product launches and tools purpose-built to help you boost productivity and improve resident engagement.

Whether you couldn’t make it to NRPA 2024 or are looking for conference highlights, we’ve got you covered. Download now and watch anytime.

Meet the Expert Speakers

Jess Matthiesen

Solutions Manager

As a Solution Manager for CivicPlus, Jess Matthiesen specializes in the Recreation Management solution, bringing over 10 years of expertise in local government technology. She is passionate about helping parks and recreation departments overcome challenges and improve community experiences. Jess focuses on creating user-friendly solutions that empower local governments to streamline operations and foster stronger community engagement. Known for tackling complex problems, crafting seamless user experiences, and leveraging innovative technology, Jess is dedicated to making a meaningful impact. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications.

Rachel Ebaugh

Solutions Director

CivicPlus Solutions Director Rachel Ebaugh implements the strategic vision for our Recreation Management solution. She guides our product strategy and engineering teams to execute the product roadmap. Rachel has over 15 years of experience in parks and recreation and the Recreation SAAS field. She holds a master’s degree in Parks and Recreation Administration. Also, she has Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP), Advanced Certified Scrum Product Owner (ACSPO), and Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certifications.