RecReflect with Jordan and Will

Jordan and Will sit down with Mary Hemenes, TRAPS President and Recreation Manager for the City of Round Rock, to talk about how she got started with parks and rec, what she is hoping for this year as TRAPS President and why leadership matters to her so much.

City of Grapevine Parks and Recreation Deputy Director and TRAPS President Trent Kelly joins Jordan and Will to discuss the big plans he has for the upcoming year and how he is encouraging people to get involved with TRAPS. 

On this episode, they discuss Trent's past and current involvement in TRAPS, his leadership style, the growth of his network and community within Parks and Rec because of his TRAPS involvement and how investing in your job and yourself are essential to a rewarding career. 

Tune in to learn more about how Trent's experiences and mentors have shaped him into the professional he is today and how he giving back through his invovlement with TRAPS. 

City of Frisco Special Event Supervisor Jennifer Russell joins Jordan and Will to discuss how the Frisco Parks and Recreation Department is creating culturally inclusive community events in a fast-growing community with diverse demographics and interests.
 

 Jordan, Will and friend of the show, Jeff Achee, chat with Texas Representative for the 136 district, John Bucy. John shares tips on how to get involved and be proactive with your local representative. Make sure you come out to the Play Day at the Capitol (April 28, 2022).

Luis Ibarra, City of Duncanville, and the guys chop it up at the North Region Conference to talk about a hot button issue, leadership of the future. Luis shares the young recreation professional perspective while explaining how recreation captured his heart. You wont want to miss hearing Luis, future leader/rockstar in TRAPS.

The guys sit down with Mick & Kevin and chat about something that impacts all recreation professionals, facility design. Mick & Kevin describe the entire process from the funding to 20 years out. Come listen to some great advice to get started on your facility.

Jordan and Will sit down with Jen & Kate, City of Allen, and talk all things communication. Whether it is workflow, leadership or avoiding the dread "reply all," Jen & Kate share some great philosophies to help you communicate better.

The guys sit down with an old camp friend turned educator and reflect on how working in recreation helped give them skills to do their jobs now. Make sure to listen to Will’s new segment and hear Jordan stumble through questions like you would see on the CPRP exam. 

Season 1 finale "Trappy Hour" It is the last one for season one and the boys are back with an episode that is too conceptual to be funny, not funny enough to be immersive. Jordan interviews Daniel, the producer, and Will and Jordan listen and give feedback. They talk about everything from dealing with difficult coworkers to managing expectations. See you next season!