Public Works Podcast - Joseph Blackman

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Paul Gagliardo: Host of The Water Entrepreneur Podcast Jan 30, 2025

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Paul is the Host of The Water Entrepreneur Podcast. In this episode we chat about entrepreneurship and more specifically water entrepreneurship. Paul give his insights on startups and how to navigate the murky waters of building a business in this industry. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionasl
Find more at: https://thewaterentrepreneur.org/

Robert Fischer: Water Quality Superintendent @ City of South Burlington, VT Jan 30, 2025

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Robert is the Water Quality Superintendent at the City of South Burlington in Vermont. In this episode we go in depth on One Water, Associations and his breadth and depth of expertise in the industry. We also chat about what it takes to go from East Coast to the West Coast and back to the East Coast while progressing in his career. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

AZ Special Districts Jan 30, 2025

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Carol Shrock and Sara Carroll hop on the Public Works Podcast to share what AZ Special District Alliance is about and what we look to gain by joining.
ASDA works to the fulfill its mission by offering educational opportunities and other resources on best practices for good governance; enhanced connection with governing counterparts at the county, state, and federal levels; more education pool resources for professional services; and enhance the understanding of the general public as well as state and federal legislatures on the importance of Arizona’s special districts in communities across the state.
https://www.azdistrictsalliance.org/

Joseph Jarrin: Former Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Finance & Budget, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Transportation Jan 10, 2025

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Joseph is the Former Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Finance & Budget, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Transportation. In this episode we have Joe tell his story on how he got into the industry and his journey to working for the Biden administration. We also chat about all of the great things he accomplised while in office. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Cesar Garcia: Former City Manager of La Marque, Current City Administrator of Kemah TX. Jan 07, 2025

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Cesar Garcia is the Former City Manager of La Marque, Current City Administrator of Kemah TX. In this episode we chat about his career path that led him City Manager. We also cover topics like Vision 2050 and what it mean for La Marque. He also state that "Lack of fear" needs to be prevalant in a City Manager to be successful. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Diane Sheesley: Director of South Sound Operations at Perteet, WA Jan 07, 2025

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Diane Sheesley is the Director of South Sound Operations at Perteet in Olympia Washington. In this episode we chat about her career between Public and Private organizations and how politics can play a role in each. She also talks about how being versatile is one of the main skillsets to have in a position like hers. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professional.

Brittany Thurston: Senior HR Generalist: Risk Management + Workforce Development @ City of Minot, ND Dec 17, 2024

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Brittany is the Senior HR Generalist: Risk Management + Workforce Development at the City of Minot in Minot North Dakota. In this episode we cover Recruiting and some best practices to find new talent. We also cover interview-prep and how to position yourself as an interviewee. Her Billboard would state: "Your Public Works workers WANT to make you Happy." Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Election Impacts on the Public Works Industry w/ Shane Silsby Dec 17, 2024

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What does the incoming Trump Administration mean for you?
For More info on Shane Silsby: http://www.silsby-sa.com/
For more info on writing your Congressional Member: https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member

Brittany Hart: Public Works Director @ City of Winter Haven, FL Dec 17, 2024

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Brittany is the Public Works Director at City of Winter Haven in Florida. In this episode we talk about the City of Winter Havens growth and what it means for Brittany's team. We also chat about her career path and how "Saying Yes" has led her to new heights. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Kyle Stephens: Operations Support Team Manager @ City of Portland, OR Dec 17, 2024

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Kyle is the Operations Support Team Manager at the City of Portland in Oregon. In this episdoe we chat about what his role entails and how he supports the Operations staff. We also chat about how to handle Turnover and what Demographics the current talent pool is made of. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.