Public Works Podcast - Joseph Blackman

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Olivia Wycklendt Dec 07, 2022

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Olivia is a Civil Engineer for the City of Richfield in Minnesota. We chat about her path from college to passing her Engineering exam to being where she is at today. Grit and General Project Management are a few traits that she believes keeps her at the top of her game. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your Local Public Works Professionals.

Greg Humora Dec 06, 2022

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Greg is the City Manager for the City of La Mesa in California. We chat about what his position consists of and what transpired during the Covid lockdown. He describes himself as a "recovering engineer" and we take a dive into what the future looks like for cities from an engineering perspective. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Rivotto Dec 06, 2022

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Steve Shallenberger is the CEO of Rivotto and Ken Kuczwaj is the Global Sales Manager for Rivotto. Our conversations consists of the who, where, and why for Rivotto. We also cover its origin and how it is the perfect item for today. Go to https://www.rivotto.com/ for more information.

Nathan Mayo Dec 06, 2022

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Nathan is the Materials Sales Rep II specializing in EZ Street Asphalt for Granite Construction. We chat about his path from wanting to be in the rodeo, attempting to be a fighter pilot, to the public sector and now on the private side of the industry. We cover how he has found success by using his passion for EZ Street in the municipal sector. Nathan wants us all to have Patience and Show Respect for our Public Works Professionals.

Sullivan Love Dec 02, 2022

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Sullivan is the Water and Irrigation manager for the City of Vineyard in Utah. We talk about his career path and how he got to the position he is currently in. Sullivan is a proponent for every Government worker to "enjoy being of service." Sully and I both a huge fans of trade magazines and using the quick reads to keep up with whats new and innovative in the Public Works field. Give it a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Jason Taylor Dec 02, 2022

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Jason is the Director of the Department of Engineering for the City of Fishers in Indiana. We talk about all things Fishers and how the city is booming with new development. We cover the logistics of a new convention center being put in town and everything that involves prepping the community for its opening. Also we talk about using others mistakes and successes as examples to light our path. Make sure you give it a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Jenifer Willer Dec 02, 2022

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Jenifer is the City Engineer for the City of Eugene Oregon. Jennifer is also a 4th generation engineer. She took the scenic route to being a engineer by going through Law School. We chat about how he unique path has given her a different perspective on how to be all that she can be. We also chat about how it is to be a woman in such a male-dominated industry. Give it a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Rusty Nezat Dec 02, 2022

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Rusty Nezat has been a Director of Nezat Training & Consulting Inc. since 1999, supplying training and consultation services to contractors and municipalities involved in sewer cleaning, inspection and rehabilitation processes. In this episode we talk about the origin of Nezat Consulting and his passion for safe and effective sewer cleaning and inspection. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Randall Rice, PE Dec 02, 2022

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Randall is the City Engineer for Carson City Public Works in Nevada. We chat about how the educational system doesn't always cater to everyone and how he went from a salesman to a Engineer. We cover how his workload can consist of IIJA grant oversight to making sure government funding doesnt come with too many action items. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

John Vicente Nov 23, 2022

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John is the City Engineer for the City of Kenmore Washington. John can cook you a 9-Michelin star meal, tell you the difference between Venus and Mars and also explain how traffic lights and stop signs keep the community going. John is a huge proponent of getting people out of their comfort zone and always leaning on team-members for new wisdom. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.