In this episode of the Infrastructure Hot Seat podcast, host Chad Smelter sits down with Jonathan Gano, the Public Works Director for the City of Des Moines, Iowa. Gano shares his journey from serving in the United States Army to working his way up the ranks in the Public Works Department of the City of Springfield, Missouri, and eventually landing his current position in Des Moines. He discusses the challenges he faced along the way, the importance of mentorship and leadership development, and how he is addressing labor shortages and climate change in his current role.

Join us for an exciting podcast as we delve into the world of Donnell Duncan, a highly energetic and passionate engineer. Donnell's extensive experience as a structural engineer, project manager, and business development professional in the water/wastewater industry makes him a valuable source of knowledge and inspiration for anyone interested in engineering. His latest book, "A New Mindskin - Innovation, Creativity, and Strategic Thinking for the Marketplace," showcases his unique approach to engineering and business development. Tune in as we explore Donnell's insights on leadership, innovation, and the future of engineering. This is a podcast you don't want to miss!

In this episode, we interview Jason Mitchell, Ed.D. the Public Works Director for the Baltimore City Department of Public Works.

In this episode, we sit down with Aclara Global Sales Director Tyler Simpson to hear about his journey from studying public works in college to leading a global sales team for one of the top water metering companies in the world. We discuss the common issues facing municipalities and utilities, such as broken water meters, and delve into the importance of tracking non-revenue water. Our conversation leads us to explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of a federal infrastructure bailout and how it could impact the industry. Finally, we examine the role of AMI metering technology in modernizing water management and the steps utilities can take to improve efficiency and sustainability. Join us for an insightful and informative discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing the water industry today.

In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with the Amanda Siqueira CEO and Cofounder of VAPRA to discuss their experiences with raising capital, building a business, and breaking into a competitive market. Our guests share their insights on the history of their company and how they got started, as well as the challenges they faced in securing funding and building relationships in the industry.

We delve into the intricacies of the venture capital landscape, discussing the pros and cons of different funding sources and the strategies that our guests used to attract investors. We also touch on the challenges of navigating the regulatory landscape, as well as the difficulties of breaking into an established market with long-standing relationships and entrenched players.

Through our conversation, we gain a deeper understanding of the realities of building a startup, from the early stages of ideation and development to the ongoing challenges of scaling and growth. Our guests provide valuable insights and advice for infrastructure entrepreneurs and investors alike, shedding light on the complex and dynamic world of civil infrastructure funding and business development.