Note from Pam Davis, CivicPRIDE Chair: Happy National Coming Out Day! Today is a day the celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community and the unique experiences we have coming into ourselves and then out to the world. One of the most powerful tools for social change is the ongoing relationship-building between people of diverse identities. When people … Continued
The ELGL Haverford Award celebrates the top companies that work with local government. We often say “we’re all in this together” and that mindset shapes the way we work with the people who work in the private sector. We don’t differentiate between our members who work for local government, from people who work with local … Continued
These are some frequently asked questions about the Haverford Award, honoring the best companies working with local government. Does my company have to be a member to get recognized? No, but it certainly helps to be an ELGL member to fully understand and speak to our vision, mission, and values and how they align with … Continued
Today’s Buzz is by Meredith Trimble, Sr. Content Specialist with Tyler Technologies, Inc., and former Acting Chair, Farmington, CT Town Council (Twitter, LinkedIn) What I’m eating: All things fried: it’s fair food season in New England! What I’m doing: Answering the door when local candidates come to talk What I’m listening to: The whole lineup … Continued
This guest blog is by an ELGL member who works for a private company that works with local government. It was shared anonymously with ELGL in the hopes of raising awareness of the topics, issues, and challenges that vendors who work with local governments must deal with on a regular basis. RFPs could be the … Continued
Today’s Buzz is by Jenny Kosek, Communications Strategist at City of West Allis. Connect with her on Twitter and LinkedIn. What I’m Watching: The Curious Creations of Christine McConnell (again) What I’m Reading: The Institute, Stephen King What I’m Listening To: Sawbones podcast, Dr. Sydnee McElroy & Justin McElroy First, I’m here to blow up … Continued
#ELGLInspire is coming to University of North Dakota on October 10th! Learn more about our event speakers in these brief profiles, and connect with them before and after the event! To find information about all of the speakers, visit the #ELGLInspire homepage. Katie Jo Armbrust Project Director, SAMHSA TIEH Grant E-mail | LinkedIn What was … Continued
#ELGLInspire is coming to University of North Dakota on October 10th! Learn more about our event speakers in these brief profiles, and connect with them before and after the event! To find information about all of the speakers, visit the #ELGLInspire homepage. Leah Amundson Public Works Operations Director E-mail What was the very first … Continued
#ELGLInspire is coming to University of North Dakota on October 10th! Learn more about our event speakers in these brief profiles, and connect with them before and after the event! To find information about all of the speakers, visit the #ELGLInspire homepage. Mike Vatnsdal Budget Officer, City of Grand Forks, ND What was the very … Continued
Today’s Buzz is by Alisha Janes (Find her on Twitter and LinkedIn) What I am watching: Schitt’s Creek What I am listening to: Episode 684 of This American Life, Burn it Down What I am reading: The Testaments by Margaret Atwood This month I was honored to interview for a town manager position in an incredibly beautiful Colorado mountain town. … Continued
