President Ryder Todd Smith will join other local government leaders at the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) 2026 Regional Conference and General Assembly from May 7–8 in Palm Desert.
The event will bring together hundreds of elected officials, city managers and public agency staff from across SCAG’s six-county region to address pressing challenges facing Southern California and engage in collaborative decision-making that will help define California’s future.
“Southern California is a dynamic region where local leaders constantly innovate to meet their residents’ needs,” said Ryder. “SCAG provides an essential collaboration platform for regional matters. I look forward to hearing about the latest initiatives and exploring how our firm can continue to help agencies translate complex policy goals into effective community understanding.”
Tripepi Smith’s presence in Southern California is extensive, serving as a trusted partner to dozens of agencies across the SCAG region. This includes SCAG member cities such as Indian Wells, La Cañada Flintridge, Lake Forest, Malibu, Palmdale, Paramount and Yorba Linda, among others. By supporting these diverse agencies, Tripepi Smith strengthens the communication infrastructure that connects Southern California residents to their local government.
About SCAG
Founded in 1965, SCAG is a joint powers authority under California state law, established as an association of local governments and agencies that voluntarily convene as a forum to address regional issues. Under federal law, SCAG is designated as a metropolitan planning organization. Under state law, SCAG is designated as a regional transportation planning agency and a council of governments.
About Tripepi Smith
Tripepi Smith is a California-based marketing, technology and public affairs firm that serves for-profit, nonprofit and public agencies. Its unique mix of marketing and technology prowess provides a competitive advantage to agencies seeking to leverage the internet to achieve their communication goals. The firm provides full content creation services, including: ghost writing, collateral development, photography, video production, aerial imagery, search engine optimization, email marketing campaigns and website design and execution. Tripepi Smith’s diverse clients include: City of American Canyon, City of Calabasas, City of Culver City, City of Cupertino, City of Daly City, City of Grover Beach, City of Indian Wells, City of La Cañada Flintridge, City of Lake Forest, City of Livermore, City of Malibu, City of Napa, City of Palmdale, City of Paramount, City of Tracy, CalChoice Energy Authority, California Joint Powers Insurance Authority, Santa Clara County Fire Department, Costa Mesa Sanitary District, Rowland Water District, California City Management Foundation, Renne Public Law Group, West Coast Arborists, Scripps College, Blind Children’s Center and Climatec
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