Part I and Part II – A Passion for Public Service with Rafael Baptista Submit In an evening in late December, I finally pushed the “Submit” button of the last of my applications for a Fall MPA (or, in one case, MBA/MPA) program. This single gesture capped months of preparation and hard work: from online research and informational … Continued
Part I: A Passion for Public Service with Rafael Baptista The GRE, a New Job, and Graduate School Over a month ago, I made the life-changing decision to pursue a Masters in Public Administration. However, only now, with GRE scores in hand and the first applications to graduate school looming, am I appreciating the full scope of … Continued
Today we welcome Rafael Baptista to the ELGL blog family. His new blog feature, “A Passion for Public Service” will detail the decisions he faces after graduating from Willamette University. Each of you can help Rafael as he sorts through what do to next. Specifically, Rafael is considering pursuing an MPA and would welcome the … Continued
Jeff Richardson County Executive Albemarle County, VA LinkedIn Jeff Richardson, County Executive for Albemarle County, VA, joined the podcast to discuss his management principles. He shared how to manage a high performance organization, the benefit of being a “needs improvement” organization, and tips for aspiring managers. Host: Rafael Baptista Subscribe: Learn More Here to Help: … Continued
Dr. Dylan Hayden Author of the Public Administrator’s Guide to ChatGPT LinkedIn Dr. Dylan Hayden, author of The Public Administrator’s Guide to ChatGPT, joined the podcast to discuss all things artificial intelligence (AI) and local government. He shared why you should consider using AI, uses for AI in local government, and the importance of prompts. … Continued
Ben Effinger Operations Chief – Cash Management, Treasurer and Tax Collector Los Angeles County, CA LinkedIn Ben Effinger, Cash Management Operations Chief for the Treasurer and Tax Collector in Los Angeles County, CA joined the podcast to discuss transitioning from the military to the local government. He shared how military roles can transition to local … Continued
Jed Byrne Editor Oak City CRE LinkedIn | Twitter | Website Jed Byrne, Editor at Oak City CRE, joined the podcast to discuss development finance. He shared the important role of developers, the lifecycle of a project, and shared examples of how projects are financed. Host: Rafael Baptista Subscribe: Learn More A Q+A with Jed … Continued
Gabe Reaume City Manager City of Saginaw, Texas LinkedIn Go get ’em, tiger. Gabe Reaume, the City Manager for the City of Saginaw, Texas joined the podcast to discuss his new book, Strangers and Angels. Gabe shared stories growing up in rural Michigan, his unique path to city management, and how a friendship with a … Continued
Maggie Jones Chair of the ELGL Board of Directors Assistant Director of Community Development, Tarrant County, TX LinkedIn | Twitter | Bio The state of ELGL is strong. Maggie Jones is the Chair of the ELGL Board of Directors and Assistant Director of Community Development for Tarrant County, Texas. Maggie joined the podcast to provide … Continued
Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Rafael Baptista, Strategy & Innovation Director for Buncombe County, NC. Connect with Rafael on LinkedIn. What I’m Listening to: No Rules Rules Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention by Reed Hastings Audiobook A Hobby I Enjoy: Bike riding What I’m Working On: Moving houses with two kids … Continued
