Marivn is the Owner/Creator/Host of the industry leading podcast, Blacktop Banter. In this episode we chat about topics like Networking, Trade shows, Podcasts and all things marketing. We also cover topics like asphalt and why certain industries are primed for more and more content. Give the show a listen and check out his podcast here: https://www.blacktopbanter.com/

Benjamin is the Innovation and Environmental Resources Manager at the City of Palmdale in California. Benjamin and I chat about all that his title encompasses and also his journey to the position he is currently in. We also chat about how he finds his PW news and intel, also why we should all strive to be a Renaissance Person. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. Also, stop the illegal dumping!

Scott is the Assistant City Manager for the City of Bakersfield in California. In this episode we talk about the importance of a city's "Downtown" and also how to get involved in your community through social organizations. We also cover topics like mentors and how to give and receive mentorship. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Alexander is a Northwest Practice Lead for Brown and Caldwell in Seattle Washington. We chat about what got him into the industry and also what it was like being on the Public side to now being Private. We chat about what the term "Practice" means to him in the Engineering field and how we all can apply it to our work. Alexander applies Deep Listening and Goal Setting to his career and it is paying off. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Perry is the Executive Director of Texas Water Infrastructure Network (TXWIN) in Texas. Perry and i chat about the motivation why he started TXWIN and how his extensive background in government relations has propelled him to spearhead a strong organization. We also cover topics like the value in being part of your associations government branch and how you can make a difference with a bit of effort. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Find more on TXWIN here: https://www.txwin.org/

Ed is the City Manager at City of Polson in Montana. Ed and i chat about his journey from Kentucky to what led him to the wonderful state of Montana. We also cover topics like what its like to work with Native American Tribal government and also finding talent in such a small pool of potential resources. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Caitlin is the Executive Communications Advisor to the Administrator in FEMA. We chat about her aspirations to be a News Reporter and her internal work to become a Master Communicator. We also cover topics like the best practices to get information out to the public and being tactical when communicating tough news. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Catilin is also using her gifts, skills and talents to give us her new show: Now, You Have My Attention.
Link: https://www.youtube.com/@NowYouHaveMyAttention

(Caitlin Justesen’s participation on The Public Works Podcast was to reflect on her personal career experience. The interview does not discuss any FEMA programs nor does she serve as an official agency spokesperson during conversation.)

Graham is the City Manager at City of El Cajon in California. We chat about his involvement with Public Works and also how he engages with City Coucil on related matters. We also cover topics like his path landing the position and what he does to continue to show up better and better every year. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Charles is the Water Maintenance Coordinator at City of Columbus in Ohio. We chat about his start in Public Works and how his family had an influence on his personal growth. We also cover topics like how he continues to get better at his position and also the adversities hes came through to get where he currently is. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Daniel is the Director Of Public Works at City of East Providence. Daniel and i chat about he made the leap from the private side to Public Works and how he has made the transition smoother by being a servant leader. We also cover topics including the size of the city and how its different than a largely populated city. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.