At our Fiber, Fiber Fiber session we’ll learn from these experts about Google fiber, independent fiber, and more! Mary Beth Henry, Director, Office of Community Technology, Portland, OR Bio: Oversee broadband infrastructure and adoption initiatives and advocate for the public interest in communications technology. Catalyze investment of resources to ensure the benefits of communications technology are … Continued
Take a look at the organization behind #ELGL14 with the fabulous speakers for “The ELGL Story“! Kirsten Wyatt, Assistant City Manager, West Linn, OR Bio: I’m the Assistant City Manager in West Linn, Oregon. I work on an ever-changing list of projects with every department and a lot of our citizens and community leaders. I … Continued
Check out the panel of professionals who will speak about their career directions and leadership in our session “My Career Path“. Marissa Madrigal, Chief Operating Officer, Multnomah County, OR Bio: I manage the day-to-day operations of Multnomah County, elevate key policy decisions to the Chair and Board of Commissioners and strive to ensure that county programs … Continued
Our version of ESPN’s College GameDay makes a stop in Springfield, Missouri to learn about the MPA program at Missouri State University. A bit of knowledge for your next cocktail party – Missouri State was formerly known as Southwest Missouri State University. If you’re a fan of our website, you probably know that Katie Babits, City … Continued
J.D. Roth, Author, Speaker, Advisor Bio: I’m a personal-finance blogger who also writes and speaks about self-improvement. First paying job: Planting cauliflower Soundtrack of your life: The Emperor’s New Clothes by Snead O’Connor Book you are currently reading: Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell (for the sixth time) Introduction: Eric King, City Manager, Bend, OR … Continued
And now a word from our panelists and moderator. Jim Middaugh, Communications Director, Oregon Metro Bio: I am responsible for Metro’s communications, media relations and public engagement work. First paying job: Lifeguard Soundtrack of your life: Kikko’s Song Book you are currently reading: Bruce — by Peter Ames Carlin Anything else: I like bicycling Steve … Continued
And now a word from our panelists and moderator. Carolyn Eagan, Business Advocate, Bend, OR Bio: As the City of Bend’s Business Advocate, I work for all of the businesses in Bend but I’m employed by the City. It is sort of an Omsbudsman to the business community. The other part of my job is … Continued
Prepare for #ELGL14 by learning about who is attending. Find out if you’ll be surrounded by soft talkers, loud eaters, and finger biters or whether you’ll be surrounded by the best in local government. Joanna Crean City of Boulder Flood Recovery Coordinator – Infrastructure/Operations
Ron Holifield, President, Strategic Government Resources Bio: I serve as primary visionary and leadership provocateur at SGR. My job is to challenge, inspire and motivate our team to change the world by helping thought leading local governments Recruit, Assess and Develop Innovative, Collaborative and Authentic Leaders. First paying job: Mowing Lawns Soundtrack of your life: … Continued
Check out the speakers for #ELGL14 – Growing Our Regional Economy. John Topanga, President, ECONorthwest Bio: John Tapogna is President of ECONorthwest and oversees the firm’s overall business strategy and operations. Since his arrival at ECONorthwest in 1997, Tapogna has built practices in education, healthcare, human service, and tax policy. He has directed analyses and evaluations … Continued
