Public Works Podcast - Joseph Blackman

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Andrea Saenz: Administrative Assistant @ City of Houston, TX Oct 25, 2023

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Andrea is an Administrative Assistant at the City of Houston in Texas. Andrea and I chat about what she does for the city and how she adds value to her portion of the 4,000 employees the city has. We also cover topics like LinkedIN Learning and why organizational skills help her keep on top of her fast-paced position. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Pulbic Works Professionals.

Marvin Joles: Host of Blacktop Banter Podcast Oct 25, 2023

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Marivn is the Owner/Creator/Host of the industry leading podcast, Blacktop Banter. In this episode we chat about topics like Networking, Trade shows, Podcasts and all things marketing. We also cover topics like asphalt and why certain industries are primed for more and more content. Give the show a listen and check out his podcast here: https://www.blacktopbanter.com/

Benjamin Lucha: Innovation and Environmental Resources Manager @ City of Palmdale, CA Sep 26, 2023

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Benjamin is the Innovation and Environmental Resources Manager at the City of Palmdale in California. Benjamin and I chat about all that his title encompasses and also his journey to the position he is currently in. We also chat about how he finds his PW news and intel, also why we should all strive to be a Renaissance Person. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. Also, stop the illegal dumping!

Scott Andrews: Assistant City Manager @ City of Bakersfield, CA Sep 26, 2023

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Scott is the Assistant City Manager for the City of Bakersfield in California. In this episode we talk about the importance of a city's "Downtown" and also how to get involved in your community through social organizations. We also cover topics like mentors and how to give and receive mentorship. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Alexander Mockos: Northwest Wastewater Practice Lead @ Brown and Caldwell, WA Sep 13, 2023

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Alexander is a Northwest Practice Lead for Brown and Caldwell in Seattle Washington. We chat about what got him into the industry and also what it was like being on the Public side to now being Private. We chat about what the term "Practice" means to him in the Engineering field and how we all can apply it to our work. Alexander applies Deep Listening and Goal Setting to his career and it is paying off. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Perry Fowler: Executive Director @ Texas Water Infrastructure Network (TXWIN) Sep 13, 2023

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Perry is the Executive Director of Texas Water Infrastructure Network (TXWIN) in Texas. Perry and i chat about the motivation why he started TXWIN and how his extensive background in government relations has propelled him to spearhead a strong organization. We also cover topics like the value in being part of your associations government branch and how you can make a difference with a bit of effort. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
Find more on TXWIN here: https://www.txwin.org/

Ed Meece: City Manager @ City of Polson, Montana Sep 13, 2023

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Ed is the City Manager at City of Polson in Montana. Ed and i chat about his journey from Kentucky to what led him to the wonderful state of Montana. We also cover topics like what its like to work with Native American Tribal government and also finding talent in such a small pool of potential resources. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Caitlin Justesen: nationally-recognized crisis communicator Sep 07, 2023

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Caitlin is the Executive Communications Advisor to the Administrator in FEMA. We chat about her aspirations to be a News Reporter and her internal work to become a Master Communicator. We also cover topics like the best practices to get information out to the public and being tactical when communicating tough news. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
Catilin is also using her gifts, skills and talents to give us her new show: Now, You Have My Attention.
Link: https://www.youtube.com/@NowYouHaveMyAttention
(Caitlin Justesen’s participation on The Public Works Podcast was to reflect on her personal career experience. The interview does not discuss any FEMA programs nor does she serve as an official agency spokesperson during conversation.)

Graham Mitchell: City Manager @ City of El Cajon, CA Sep 07, 2023

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Graham is the City Manager at City of El Cajon in California. We chat about his involvement with Public Works and also how he engages with City Coucil on related matters. We also cover topics like his path landing the position and what he does to continue to show up better and better every year. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Charles Moore: Water Maintenance Coordinator @ City of Columbus, OH Sep 07, 2023

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Charles is the Water Maintenance Coordinator at City of Columbus in Ohio. We chat about his start in Public Works and how his family had an influence on his personal growth. We also cover topics like how he continues to get better at his position and also the adversities hes came through to get where he currently is. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

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