In episode 56 of The Kitchen Table, Ken Baden welcomes the Mayor of Annapolis, Maryland, Mayor Gavin Buckley as they discuss his accessibility and his background as both a politician and a businessman, highlighting the importance of problem-solving skills in politics. 

Tune in to hear more about Mayor Gavin Buckley’s journey and insights into leadership and entrepreneurship.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:10] Accomplished Businessman in Politics.

[00:13:49] Small City Charm and Growth.

[00:21:46] Coffee Shop Business Journey.

[00:38:36] Building Parks for Community Advancement.

[00:42:57] Environmental Challenges and Flood Preparation.

[00:45:27] Urban Resilience and Private Investment.

[00:51:00] Saving Land from Development.

[00:58:42] Advice for Young Entrepreneurs.

[01:01:22] The Need for More Housing.

[01:04:38] Connecting Bike Trails Behind Businesses.

[01:10:50] Electric Ferry Innovations.

[01:12:25] Embracing Water in Urban Lifestyle.

[01:18:29] Unique Spots in One Town.

In this episode, Ken Baden and Mayor Gavin Buckley highlights the success of harnessing private investment for public projects, showcasing how collaboration between the private sector and government can lead to innovative solutions and sustainable funding models for infrastructure development.

By leveraging public-private partnerships, Mayor Buckley demonstrates a forward-thinking and collaborative mindset that prioritizes the well-being and future sustainability of Annapolis. This strategy not only fosters economic growth but also ensures that infrastructure projects are implemented efficiently and effectively, benefiting the community as a whole.

QUOTES

• “I think that's important in politics to have people that have had that kind of experience. Because if you're an entrepreneur, you're a problem solver, right? You don't expect somebody to solve your problems. And so I think when you bring that skill into politics, it's helpful.” - Mayor Gavin Buckley
• “It's just so much less about that these days, more about like this just seems like a genuine good person. I think there are a lot of those people now that are like so fed up with all the nonsense. It's just like it's so refreshing to have somebody just seems like a real, I mean, frankly, yourself, you know, come in here, taking the time with us. You're directly plugged into the life that you're looking to make better as far as the community and the rest.” - Ken Baden
• “You can't affect change, I think, as quickly. And so, getting or putting pressure on local politicians to make things happen can be really effective. I would say for me, you know, I got involved in something because I wanted to see change happen. When I leave, there's going to be a lot of different things. And I think they're going to be positive. Not everybody is going to love everything. That's the nature of change. But I would say just get involved locally. That's what I'd say.” - Mayor Gavin Buckley

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Ken Baden

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheKenBaden

Mayor Gavin Buckley

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gavin4annapolis/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GavinBuckley4Annapolis/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavin-buckley-4a006228/

WEBSITES:

The Kitchen Table Podcast: https://thekitchentablepodcast.net/

Blue Collar Ballers Union: https://bluecollarballersunion.com/

Gavin Buckley: https://gavin4annapolis.com/