This article summarizes the various career development strategies employed by Henrico County, Virginia, County Manager William LaVecchia, recipient of ICMA's 1991 Award for Career Development in Memory of L.P. Cookingham. ICMA's Award for Career Development is presented to a corporate member who has made a significant contribution to the development of new talent in professional local government management. The article discusses how Mr. LaVecchia encourages his staff to continue their professional growth through academic pursuits and attendance at national and statewide government management conferences.