Our guest today is Wayne Nero, the Assistant City Manager of Georgetown, TX. Wayne shares his transformative journey from Police Chief to city management. He explores the challenges of identity loss, the importance of intentional leadership, and the power of empathy in fostering thriving teams. Wayne also highlights the importance of mission-driven values and authentic connections in building thriving communities.

Leading Thriving Cities is a Forward Partners Production designed to shine a spotlight on leadership in public service. We have deep conversations about sustainability and how we create a thriving future for our cities. From the front lines to the city manager’s office, we want to bring you a wide variety of perspectives, and create an ongoing dialogue about healthy leadership and thriving teams.

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