Kent talked me into starting a live blog about my experience job searching in North Carolina. So I’ll try and give at least daily updates on how my search is going, how I’m adjusting to the new area, and what I’m learning about local government in the Research Triangle. Back to PDX Thursday 10/16/2014 3:06 pm … Continued
What is the Knope of the Week? It’s our way of recognizing an individual or group of individuals who have excelled in promoting the public sector. Recipients may come from the public or private sector and are nominated by ELGL members. Recipients receive an incredible amount of recognition and prizes that we are not at … Continued
On Tuesday, April 21, 2020, ELGL and the University of Oregon hosted a virtual #ELGLInspire event. Use the links below to watch the speakers, or review the event video in full. An agenda for the event is included below. Use this link to skip to each speaker/topic Watch the event in full: Quickfire Presentations: 10:15 … Continued
ELGL is headed to the University of Illinois – Chicago for an #ELGLInspire program on April 4, 2019! University of Illinois – Chicago CUPPA Hall (412 S. Peoria Street) Thursday, April 4 | Noon – 3:30 RSVP | Download the flyer Noon – Arrive, check in, catered lunch 12:15 – Welcome from ELGL’s Zach Navin … Continued
Kelly Amidei Village Administrator, Village of Libertyville, IL Twitter So far, what’s your proudest accomplishment in 2019? It will hopefully be speaking to the Chamber of Commerce Women’s group next week. Valentines Day is in February. What do you “love” about your job? Every single day is different and I have a fabulous group of … Continued
Right Now w/ Joey Garcia (LinkedIn / Twitter) What I’m Reading – The Power Broker What I’m Watching – Star Trek: Enterprise What I’m cooking – M&M Cookie Mix in a Jar (Christmas Gifts!) Right now, you’re seeing a ton of mug shots coming through your newsfeed! Huge Shoutout to Ben McCready for organizing the #ELGLMugs Exchange One … Continued
Chicagoland Supper Club Two Brothers Tap House in Warrenville, IL | Friday, November 2 ELGL Supper Club returns to Chicagoland! These events are informal opportunities for you to expand your network, share your passion for local government with colleagues, and exchange ideas. There is no formal agenda, no speakers — just a safe space to let out … Continued
The Chris Traeger List: Top 100 Local Government Influencers AUGUST 1, 2016 BY ELGL A few notes before we reveal the list: 1. This list does not include any ELGL management team members. Due to the obvious conflict of interest, we have elected not to include them. 2. In developing the rankings, we consistently came back to … Continued
Final: And the Nominees for the Traeger List Are… JULY 18, 2016 BY ELGL Submit your nomination at Call for Nominations: Top Local Government Influencers. These are the current nominees for the Traeger List. Nominees will be accepted until Friday, July 22. AJ Fawver, City of San Angelo, TX (12) Alex Dudchock, Shelby County, AL Alex McIntyre, City … Continued
SEPTEMBER 22, 2014 BY BENJAMIN MCCREADY ELGL has assembled an “A” team of Assistant To’s willing to provide insight into their transition from MPA Candidate to gainfully employed local government professional. In between other duties as assigned, council meetings, and a bewildering assortment of public inquiries, Nathan Mosley, Ryan Adams, Clay Curtin, and Ben McCready have collaborated … Continued
