Public Works Podcast - Joseph Blackman

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Shawn Tognetti Oct 20, 2022

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Shawn is the Lead Maintenance Worker for the City of Cupertino in California. Shawn and I chat about all things Signage. We go over his journey up the ranks in Public Works and a few things that may have kept him stagnant at times. Shawn is a networker and big on going to conferences to see whats innovative in the PW industry. Give it a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Michael Wertheim Oct 20, 2022

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Michael is the National Director of Sales for Aquaphalt. Michael and I chat about how innovative and unique Aquaphalt is and what it can do for our communities. We also cover his journey and what keeps him in top shape for the long haul. If your city has potholes, Aquaphalt is who you should call. Give it a listen and remember to thank all your local Public Works Professionals.
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Ben Roueche Oct 20, 2022

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Ben is the Fleet Manager for West Jordan City in Utah. We chat about his ascent from being interested in vehicles at a young age to becoming the Fleet Manager of West Jordan City. We also cover how networking has helped him stay on top of whats new in the world of Fleets. Ben wants us all to "Just Do It" in regards to fleet maintenance and our personal vehicles. Give it a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Leah Rohan Oct 19, 2022

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Leah is the Environmental Engineer for the City of Walla Walla in Washington state. We chat about her journey from graduating during the recession to getting her chops at a Clean-up site in Washington. We also cover the fun differences from an Environmental Engineer to being an Environmentalist. Give it a listen and remember to thank you local Public Works Professionals.

Craddock Stropes: Senior Management Analyst @ City of Carlsbad, CA Oct 12, 2022

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Craddock is the Senior Management Analyst for the City of Carlsbad in California. Growing up as a daughter to Vietnamese refugees, she developed empathy for management and also operators. She is a true Swiss-Army-Knife within her city and is also on the DEI board for APWA. Craddock does all of this while balancing a position with a Professional Modern Dance Company. Make sure you give it a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Tyler Thomas Oct 12, 2022

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Tyler is the Maintenance Division Manager for the City of Scotts Valley in California. We talk about how his journey from and back to California has given him ample experience to be a 28yr old manager. We also cover how he goes the extra mile to make his guys feel valued by doing the little things around the office. Tyler credits Listening to being his way of bridging the age gap in the Trades. Give it a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Peter Tauscher Oct 12, 2022

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Peter is a Senior Civil Engineer for the City of Newport Beach in California. We chat about his path from the Private Sector to the Public Sector and everything in between. Peter details the balance from taking vacations and getting work done while on vacation. His testament on being a lifelong learner keep him up to date with whats new and efficient. Give it a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Donald and Stacey Sep 27, 2022

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Donald is the Deputy Director of Stormwater & Engineering for the City of Palm Coast in Florida. Stacey is the Stormwater Administration lead for the City of Palm Coast in Florida. We chat about all things Storms. We talk about how Palm Coast plans ahead of the storm to better be prepared for when it comes. Also we cover the importance of communication with the residents and how managing expectations can make or break a storm. Give it a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Brooke Snow Sep 27, 2022

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Brooke is an Engineer I for the City of Elgin in Illinois. We talk about her beginnings as being on job sites as a child and making her name in the footsteps of her father. We cover how she is always eager to learn and that is what keeps her sharp. Brooke wants us to remember that Public Works Professionals "are people too". Give it a listen and watch out for motorcycles :)

Scott Grayson Sep 19, 2022

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Scott is the CEO of APWA and CPWA. We chat about all things Associations and his ascent to where he is at today. Scott is a big proponent of stopping and thanking a local Public Works Professional. We also cover where the Association world is going in the future and also where Public Works will be at in 50 years. Give the show a listen and share with someone who should join an association.