Public Works Podcast - Joseph Blackman

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Amanda Siqueira Mar 13, 2023

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Amanda is the Co-founder and CEO of VAPAR. If you have anything to do with camering sewer line and/or coding the sewer footage, you need VAPAR. Amanda and i chat about the reason why VAPAR exists and how it stemmed from her experience in the industry. Give the show a listen and remeber to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
Find more at https://www.vapar.co/
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Jeremy Saenz Mar 13, 2023

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Jeremy is the National Sales & Marketing Manager for XTIRPA. XTIRPA is one of the leaders in fall protection and Jeremy and I cover all things safety. We also chat about how someone can get into this industry and thrive without having extensive eperience. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
Find more at http://www.xtirpa.com/
This show is Sponsored by Vitendo Training Solutions: The Leader in Public Works Workforce Development

Matthew Mevis Mar 10, 2023

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Matthew is Lead Wastewater Treatment Operator at Cherokee Metropolitan District in Colorado springs Colorado. We chat about his path to the position where he is at today and how he uses certifications to propel his career. We cover topics like foreign intrusion and the importance of getting your certifications if you are without a college degree.

Brandon Jeralds Mar 09, 2023

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Brandon is the Public Works Safety Manager for the City of St. Charles, Illinois. We chat about what the role of what a Safety Manger is and how he got into the position. We also cover things like tips to keep operators safety conscious and dispell the myths of the safety 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

Isaac Alatorre Feb 28, 2023

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Isaac is the President of Portable Pipeline Systems. In this episode we chat about what Portable Pipeline is solving for in Emergency Planning and also how Isaac got into the industry. We talk about certain tips that municipalities can use to better themselves in case of an emergency. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.
Find more from Portable Pipeline Systems here: https://www.portablepipelinesystem.com
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Elizabeth McDonald Feb 13, 2023

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Elizabeth is the Senior Civil Engineer - Water Supply & Treatment Division, Water Resources Department in the City of Savannah, Georgia. Elizabeth and I chat about her entrance into the Water industry and also how she is a part of Local Government 2030. Elizabeth is a big supporter of asking questions when one doesn't have the answer. Make sure you give it 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

Emily | Julie | Kelly : Women in Public Works at the Director Level Feb 13, 2023

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Julie T. Underwood Public Works Director City of Kirkland
Kelly A. Snyder, MPA | Public Works Director Snohomish County Public Works
Emily Moon Public Works Director City of Issaquah
In this special episode we cover topics including:

Networking as a woman in a male-dominated space.
Saying "YES" to opportunities
Recruiting and cultivating talent

Give this show a listen and share it with a young woman who wants to get into the Public Works space.
This show is Sponsored by Vitendo Training Solutions: The Leader in Public Works Workforce Development

Andrew Perez Feb 04, 2023

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Andrew is the Senior Maintenance Worker in Water Production for the City of Chino Hills CA. Andrew and I chat about how the team keeps the water flowing for the City. We also cover topics like working with his Wastewater counterparts and how he keeps a cool head in times of adversity. Andrew is a big proponent on helping people simply for the fact that they need help. With Andrew at the wheel, the water of Chino Hills is in safe hands.
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

Richard Davey Feb 04, 2023

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Richard is the Michigan Territory Sales rep for Best Equipment Company. Richard and I talk about how Best Equipment supports local municipalities with sales and service. We cover what its like working with municipalities in the current cliamte. We also chat about mental health and mental toughness in sales.
Find more on Best Equipment Company at bestequipmentco.com
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

Suzan Chin-Taylor MSc Jan 31, 2023

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Suzan is the founder of Creative Raven and the TUIT Group. We chat about how she made her way into the industry and how to nail a trade show. Susan is a big proponent on helping companies better navigate the waters of servicing municipalities the correct way.
Find more about Susan at https://www.creativeraven.com/
This show is Sponsored by Vitendo Training Solutions: The Leader in Public Works Workforce Development