Public Works Podcast - Joseph Blackman

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Anthony Ladd Apr 14, 2023

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Anthony is the Public Works Division Manager & Assistant City Engineer at City of Kalamazoo in Michigan. Anthony and I chat about how he got into the Public Works field and also what his day-to-day position does. We also cover his involvement in Local Government 2030 and the intel they are gathering on certain issues within Public Works. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
Find more about Local Government 2030: https://www.localgov2030.com/
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Mora McLaughlin Apr 06, 2023

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Mora is the Construction Communications Project Manager at Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority. Mora and I chat about communication is a vital piece in any community project and how public speaking skills helps everyone. We also covered topics like community meetings and how she got into the industry. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
This show is Sponsored by Vitendo Training Solutions: The Leader in Public Works Workforce Development

Lori Jones Apr 06, 2023

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Lori is an Environmental Scientist at the City of San Diego. We chat about her path from stay-at-home-mom to being compelled to follow her interests into the water sector. We cover topics like her day to day activitities and why it may not be as easy as a job as you would think. A message Lori would like to get accross to the community is "Showers to Flowers." Give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
This show is Sponsored by Vitendo Training Solutions: The Leader in Public Works Workforce Development

Adam Tank Mar 29, 2023

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Adam is the co-founder of Transcend. Adam and i chat about Generative AI and how it can be used in our industry. We also cover topics like how he came about solving the problem that Transcend solves, how he got into the industry and some solid book recommendations. Adam wins the award for the best shirt on Public Works Podcast so check out the video if you can. Always remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
To learn more visit www.transcendh2o.com.
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Steve Cano Mar 21, 2023

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Steve is the Wastewater Maintenance Superintendent for Costa Mesa Sanitary District and also their Chief Turd Wrangler. Steve and I chat about what its like being over a 4000 manhole 224 mi of pipe system. We cover how he has used CWEA and SARBS to help propel his knowledge of his field. We also talk about the concept of Cross-Training and how it can give operators more skills without taking away from their current status. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
This show is Sponsored by Vitendo Training Solutions: The Leader in Public Works Workforce Development

Bryce Newell Mar 21, 2023

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Bryce is a Territory Sales Manager with Municipal Maintenance Equipment in Sacramento, California. We talk about how his background as a teacher/coach has helped him navigate the treacherous waters of equipment sales. We also cover how family and competition keeps him motivated and a few things he does to set himself apart from the rest of the field. Give the show a listen and find out more from MME at https://source-mme.com
This show is Sponsored by Vitendo Training Solutions: The Leader in Public Works Workforce Development

Lorizelda Stoeller Mar 21, 2023

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Lorizelda is the Deputy Public Works Director at City of Phoenix in Arizona. In this episode we talk about what is was like to have the SuperBowl in town with the focus on being Zero-Waste. We go into how she got into the industry and what keeps her fire lit to continue to serve her community. We talk about the power of internships and how they can propel ones early career. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
This show is Sponsored by Vitendo Training Solutions: The Leader in Public Works Workforce Development

Jeanne Jensen Mar 21, 2023

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Jeanne is the Capital improvement supervisor, over utilities for the Town of Gilbert in Arizona. She is also the incoming President to AZ Water. We chat about how she made her way into the industry and how she is able to quickly ascend to the high ranks of the AZ Water association. We also cover how she keeps her sword sharp and her advice to "Find a way to care." Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
This show is Sponsored by Vitendo Training Solutions: The Leader in Public Works Workforce Development

Drew Gilbert Mar 21, 2023

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Drew is the Operations Manager at Southern Vac in South Carolina. In this episode we chat about all of Southern Vac's offerings and the state of Public Works today. We also chat about his tips on being organized and how it helps him keep up with the speed of the industry. Give this show a listen and find more on Southern Vac at https://southern-vac.com/
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Ziptility Mar 13, 2023

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Adam Hersberger and Josh Hawley join the podcast to chat about what Ziptility is and what problems it solves. Workforce in the water/wastewate industry are only as good as their tools and Ziptility is perfect for any application. We talk about real life applications and its "Field-first" mentality. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
Find more at http://www.ziptility.com/
This show is Sponsored by Vitendo Training Solutions: The Leader in Public Works Workforce Development