Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Caitlin Lewis, Executive Director of Work for America. Connect with Caitlin on LinkedIn. What I’m watching: “Yellowjackets” A hobby I enjoy: Trail running Who my pets are: Leo, Australian Shepherd with one blue and one brown eye Folks in local government know the struggle all too well: … Continued
Michael Jordan City Administrator City of Portland, OR LinkedIn Michael Jordan, the City Administrator for the City of Portland, Oregon, joined the podcast to discuss Portland’s transition to a new form of government. He talked about the change approved in 2022 and the work that went into preparing the organization for its first elections under … Continued
Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Monica McAlister, Social Media Coordinator for Charter Township of Fenton, MI and the Executive Director for the Michigan Emergency Management Association (MEMA). Connect with Monica on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “The Unthinkable: Who Survives When Disaster Strikes — and Why” by Amanda Ripley. What I’m watching: Stanley … Continued
Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Dr. Bill Brantley, President of Brantley Advanced Social Sciences Applications, a state and local government consultancy. Connect with Bill on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “Abundance” by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson What I’m watching: “Ludwig” What I’m listening to: Pantsuit Politics podcast As technology advances, citizens’ expectations rise. Local governments must keep up in an … Continued
Kim Nakahodo Deputy City Administrator City of North Kansas City, MO LinkedIn Kim Nakahodo, a 2020 ELGL Top Influencer and Deputy City Administrator for the City of North Kansas City, Missouri joined to podcast to discuss her journey in local government. She shared the value of professional organizations and the importance of empowering and engaging … Continued
Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Michael Baskin, human, serving Montgomery County MD. Michael is also chief innovation officer and an executive coach. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn, Bluesky, or (for a rural setting), Instagram. What I’m reading: “Exhalation: Stories” by Ted Chaing / “Mindwise” by Nicholas Epley What I’m listening to: Hidden … Continued
Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Ashley Bailey, senior communications associate for the Georgia Municipal Association in Atlanta, GA. Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “Make Work Meaningful: Discover How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee” by Wes Adams and Tamara Myles What I’m listening to: Professional Troublemaker: The … Continued
Glen Cole Assistant City Manager and Community Development Director City of Rolling Meadows, IL Bio Glen Cole, the Assistant City Manager and Community Development Director for City of Rolling Meadows, Illinois joined the podcast to discuss intoxicating hemp regulation at the local government level. He shared how intoxicating hemp is different than recreational marijuana and … Continued
Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Chaquinta Fisher, I.T. Support Manager for McLennan County, TX. Connect with Chaquinta on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: The Book of Leviticus – The Bible What I’m listening to: The Basement with Tim Ross podcast What I’m watching: “The Equalizer” I recently had a 16-hour work day, five hours of sleep … Continued
