Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast
The Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast is The podcast for Mayors, City Council Members, City Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in local governments and building an Amazing City. Our guests include local government experts, authors, elected officials and newsmakers. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government.
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Social Media for Cities with Sam Toles (Part 2)
11/18/2024
Social Media for Cities with Sam Toles (Part 2)
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Sam Toles of CiviSocial, helping small-to-medium sized local governments master their social media storytelling. · A candid conversation about using social media in small to medium-sized cities · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: https://civisocial.com/ · · to be a guest on the podcast About Sam Toles of CiviSocial: Top-10 social media executive and former content leader of the world's most successful sports-media brand, Bleacher Report (and House of Highlights). I've channeled my expertise in social media storytelling into CiviSocial, a first-of-its-kind solution for local government. CiviSocial was inspired by first-hand experience seeing the incredible work of local governments from my time as an elected official. The company leverages my unrivaled success on social media in leading the top media companies, running a social media platform, and working with the world's top creators to enhance communication strategies and showcase community achievements while dialing down the negativity. As a C-Suite executive at the intersection of media and technology, I bring a cutting-edge approach to leadership with a deep expertise in social media, creative strategy, and content development. My career has been defined by a holistic skill set that spans content creation, digital strategy, production, marketing, and business development. With a track record of multi-Emmy and Oscar nominations, I have excelled in a variety of content verticals, from general entertainment and sports to e-sports, lifestyle, faith, and true crime. My pioneering work even earned me the first-ever Emmy nomination for a connected fitness platform in 2022. My management experience encompasses a diverse array of digital platforms including OTT (SVOD, AVOD, FVOD), social media (both organic and branded), digital short formats (YouTube, TikTok, Snap), and podcasting. I have successfully led teams ranging from 10 to 300 people, driving growth and innovation in fast-paced, technology led environments. I am constantly experimenting with, learning, and then teaching others to leverage the explosion of new AI tools in the creative space and have written a widely read white-paper on the subject of AI and media, predicting the impact of AI on the media sector in the coming years. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Social Media for Cities with Sam Toles (Part 1)
11/04/2024
Social Media for Cities with Sam Toles (Part 1)
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Sam Toles of CiviSocial, helping small-to-medium sized local governments master their social media storytelling. · A candid conversation about using social media in small to medium-sized cities · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: https://civisocial.com/ · · to be a guest on the podcast About Sam Toles of CiviSocial: Top-10 social media executive and former content leader of the world's most successful sports-media brand, Bleacher Report (and House of Highlights). I've channeled my expertise in social media storytelling into CiviSocial, a first-of-its-kind solution for local government. CiviSocial was inspired by first-hand experience seeing the incredible work of local governments from my time as an elected official. The company leverages my unrivaled success on social media in leading the top media companies, running a social media platform, and working with the world's top creators to enhance communication strategies and showcase community achievements while dialing down the negativity. As a C-Suite executive at the intersection of media and technology, I bring a cutting-edge approach to leadership with a deep expertise in social media, creative strategy, and content development. My career has been defined by a holistic skill set that spans content creation, digital strategy, production, marketing, and business development. With a track record of multi-Emmy and Oscar nominations, I have excelled in a variety of content verticals, from general entertainment and sports to e-sports, lifestyle, faith, and true crime. My pioneering work even earned me the first-ever Emmy nomination for a connected fitness platform in 2022. My management experience encompasses a diverse array of digital platforms including OTT (SVOD, AVOD, FVOD), social media (both organic and branded), digital short formats (YouTube, TikTok, Snap), and podcasting. I have successfully led teams ranging from 10 to 300 people, driving growth and innovation in fast-paced, technology led environments. I am constantly experimenting with, learning, and then teaching others to leverage the explosion of new AI tools in the creative space and have written a widely read white-paper on the subject of AI and media, predicting the impact of AI on the media sector in the coming years. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Restoring City Hall with Mayor Terry Richardson
10/21/2024
Restoring City Hall with Mayor Terry Richardson
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Mayor Terry Richardson · A candid conversation about restoring city hall. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Mayor Terry Richardson: Terry Richardson was born and raised in Napanee, being a fourth-generation family to live, work and raise a family in the community. He attended both public and high school in the Napanee area, subsequently graduating from Napanee District Secondary School in 1982. Terry was, and still is, very active in local community sports, playing for All Ontario Championship softball and hockey teams. He served as the captain of a number of these teams, including the Napanee Junior "C" hockey team. His competitive hockey concluded after playing for the Loyalist College Varsity hockey team. In 1984, Terry continued with his post-secondary education, attending Loyalist College in Belleville, Ontario, successfully obtaining a Diploma from Loyalist College in the Law and Security Program. In 1986, Terry embarked on a successful career in the Policing field, having served with both the Peel Regional Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, later retiring in 2016. Terry served in several capacities in the Policing field, from uniform patrol and administrative court duties to many specialized functions, ranging from drug undercover work, large-scale joint forces criminal investigations, and property and rural agricultural crime investigations. In 2018, Terry participated in the 2018 Municipal election, running for Councillor of Ward 2, Greater Napanee. He was successful in obtaining the Ward 2 Council seat, subsequently sitting on several Committees of Council during that time. These included the Cataraqui Conservation Authority, Committee of Adjustment, Physician Recruitment Committee, Municipal Heritage Committee, Property Standards Committee, and Council alternate for the County of Lennox and Addington. Terry and his wife Charyl have two grown sons and one beautiful granddaughter. Office of the Mayor 124 John Street, P.O. Box 97, Napanee, ON, K7R 3L4 Telephone: 613-530-5485 Mayor Richardson About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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The Housing Dilemma for Cities with Lauren Lowery of the NLC
10/07/2024
The Housing Dilemma for Cities with Lauren Lowery of the NLC
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Lauran Lowery, Directory of Housing at the National League of Cities (NLC) · A candid conversation about the housing dilemma in cities and towns in the US. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Lauren Lowery of the NLC: Lauren Lowery, Director of Housing and Community Development Lauren’s research focus at NLC includes affordable housing, housing stability, homelessness and community development. The research Lauren produces acknowledges the intersectionality of housing and weaves in racial equity, health, climate resilience, community engagement and state interference. Prior to joining NLC, Lauren worked seven years in local government serving the residents of the City of Norfolk and the City of Chattanooga. During her time in Norfolk’s city hall, she served as the Executive Assistant to the Mayor and the Strategy & Policy Manager for the Department of Neighborhood Development where she developed and implemented an award-winning, comprehensive neighborhood revitalization strategy. She has a Master of Public Administration from Georgia State University’s Andrew Young School of Policy Studies and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Using Data to Build Better Cities with Andy Nickerson from Hdl Companies
09/18/2024
Using Data to Build Better Cities with Andy Nickerson from Hdl Companies
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Andy Nickerson, President of Hdl Companies, both attending the ICMA Conference this September. 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Andy Nickerson, President of Hdl Companies: As President of HdL, Andy has proven instrumental in guiding market expansion and new product development for all three of our affiliated companies. In addition to overseeing the day-to-day management of our sales tax programs and services, he also guides market expansion and new ventures, all while working to ensure quality of service and foster long-term client relationships. Andy has 30 years of experience working with local government agencies, assisting these agencies with programs to enhance sales tax, property tax, RDA increment, and documentary transfer tax revenues. Throughout his career, he has been involved with various municipal organizations including The Institute for Local Government, The International City Manager’s Association, The League of California Cities, California Society of Municipal Finance Officers, State Association of County Auditors, California State Association of Counties, Alliance for Innovation, Texas Municipal League and Government Finance Officers Association. Mr. Nickerson earned a Bachelor of Science degree (Finance & Real Estate Law) from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast: Show Summary: Andy's Journey to Becoming HDL CEO Andy shared his journey to becoming the CEO of Hdl, starting with an internship in finance that was required for his college graduation. His college roommate's date, who was the daughter of Hdl's founder, Lloyd Dalamas, passed on his resume to her father, leading to his first job offer. Over the years, Andy was given numerous opportunities and eventually became the CEO in 2010. Jim agreed with Andy's path to success, emphasizing the importance of following opportunities and finding one's passion. HDL Company History and Expansion Discussion Jim and Andy discussed the history and growth of Hdl, a company founded in 1983 by a former city manager. Initially focused on gathering sales tax data and providing analytics to cities in California, the company expanded under Andy's leadership as CEO since 2010. Hdl now has a national footprint, offering services beyond sales tax to include economic development and having acquired companies in Texas, Colorado, Alabama, North Carolina, and Georgia. Exploring Public Agency Services and Data Analytics Andy discussed the services provided by his company to public agencies, emphasizing the administrative, compliance, data analytics, and revenue forecasting aspects. He highlighted the acquisition of data sets from over 750 public agencies, which aids in benchmarking and revenue forecasting for cities recruiting new businesses. Andy also explained the forecasting model used by his team, which combines a top-down and bottom-up approach for accurate predictions. Jim, a former city official, expressed interest in the data analytics aspect, noting its potential value in decision-making and long-term financial planning. Jim also suggested that this data could be a deciding factor in economic development decisions for businesses. Discussing Business Engagement and Tax Equity Andy and Jim discussed their engagement with the business community, focusing on education and ensuring tax equity. Andy explained that their teams help businesses understand and correctly fill out tax forms, particularly in states with complex rules. Jim agreed, emphasizing the importance of consistency and professionalism in government dealings. They both acknowledged the potential for tax inequities and the need to level the playing field for businesses. Discussing Data Management and AI in Local Governments Jim and Andy discussed the rapid growth of data generation in local governments due to technological advancements. They agreed that cities often lack the capacity to manage this data, necessitating third-party involvement. Andy highlighted the cost and time-consuming nature of data acquisition and software development for local governments, which can be more efficiently handled by companies like theirs. They also touched on the potential of artificial intelligence in interacting with large data sets for forecasting and trend prediction. Andy discussed their tools' effectiveness in increasing productivity and their work on revenue forecasting models that incorporate multiple data sets and macroeconomic trends. Jim agreed with Andy's points, emphasizing the importance of understanding both the advantages and potential dangers of artificial intelligence. Discussing ICMA Event and Public Sector DNA Jim and Andy discussed their upcoming attendance at the International City County Managers Association (ICMA) event in Pittsburgh. Andy explained that their firm, Hdl, has a strong public sector DNA due to its founding by two former city managers and the presence of many former public sector employees. He emphasized their passion for serving the public sector and their belief in the importance of local governments in providing services that enrich people's lives. Jim, who works within a city manager form of government, expressed his admiration for the professionalism and adherence to the code of ethics within the city manager profession. City Management Systems and Pittsburgh Revitalization Jim and Andy discussed the growth and transition of city management systems in West Virginia, with Jim mentioning a city that recently switched from a strong mayor to a professional city manager. Andy, who is visiting Pittsburgh for the first time, expressed his excitement about the city's revitalization and planned to extend his stay for a bike tour along the rivers. Jim shared his positive impressions of Pittsburgh, emphasizing its impressive cityscape and the convergence of the three rivers. Understanding Make-a-Wish Foundation and Andy's Involvement Jim and Andy discussed Andy's involvement with the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Andy explained that the organization provides support to families with children facing terminal illnesses, not by providing treatment, but by granting wishes to these children. He emphasized that the organization's work is often misunderstood, as most children go through treatment and recover. Andy shared his journey with the organization, starting with a committee role and eventually joining the board. Jim expressed his appreciation for Andy's work and highlighted the importance of understanding that not all problems can be solved by the government. Andy also mentioned that giving generously is a core value in his organization, which includes supporting local charities and sponsoring events.
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Addressing Complex Issues with Community with Adrian Brown
09/09/2024
Addressing Complex Issues with Community with Adrian Brown
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Adrian Brown of the Centre for Public Impact about addressing complex issues with community. 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: https://www.centreforpublicimpact.org/people/adrianbrown · · to be a guest on the podcast About Adrian Brown Adrian has over 20 years' experience working on government performance and transformation in the UK and internationally. He has held a range of positions in the UK government, including stints at the Prime Minister's Delivery Unit, the Strategy Unit and as a policy adviser in the Prime Minister's Office. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Artificial Intelligence for Economic Development with Erik Caldwell
08/12/2024
Artificial Intelligence for Economic Development with Erik Caldwell
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Erik Caldwell. · A candid conversation about AI in local government. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Erik Caldwell: Erik Caldwell is co-founder and President / CEO of Metropolis IQ and a seasoned AI data product leader with a strong background in local government. His previous roles include Chief Sustainability Officer, Deputy Chief Operating Officer, and Economic Development Director at the City of San Diego. He currently serves on the board of several economic-focused organizations, staying involved in community and economic work. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Navigating Local Government-A New Generation Emerges with Melissa Hinojosa
07/22/2024
Navigating Local Government-A New Generation Emerges with Melissa Hinojosa
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews City Council Member, Melissa Hinojosa · A candid conversation about Navigating Local Government-A New Generation Emerges · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Melissa Hinojosa: Council member in Madisonville, Texas About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Cultivating Civility in the City with Diane Kalen-Sukra
07/01/2024
Cultivating Civility in the City with Diane Kalen-Sukra
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Diane Kalen-Sukra, best selling author of "Save Your City" · A candid conversation about how toxic culture kills community and what to do about it. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Diane Kalen-Sukra: Diane Kalen-Sukra is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, and culture transformation expert, sharing insights from over two decades of civic leadership, including her award-winning tenure as city manager. She is the founder of Kalen Academy, an online training institute for civic leaders offering Resilient Civic Leadership & Civility Training. Diane’s published works include Save Your City and Civic Resilience, as well as regular columns in Municipal World and Public Sector Digest. She is a political philosophy graduate of University of Toronto’s Trinity College and earned a master’s degree in political science from York University. Her most popular book, Save Your City: How Toxic Culture Kills Community and What to Do About It calls for a revival of civic values and civic education as key to fostering the type of culture that can sustain us, our democracy and our planet. It also includes a Roadmap for Renewing Civic Culture in our communities. Diane Kalen-Sukra is hosting the first-of-its-kind Global Civility Summit for civic leaders called "Tackling Toxicity, Cultivating Civility" where she has invited visionary civic leaders including keynotes San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham to share strategies to tackle toxicity, bridge divides, enhance discourse and renew civic culture. The summit is free, online, but seats are limited, so register early: https://KalenAcademy.com/summit DianeKalenSukra.com Kalen Academy About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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An American Mayor visits Ukraine with Steve Patterson
06/17/2024
An American Mayor visits Ukraine with Steve Patterson
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews 2nd Vice President of NLC; Steve Patterson. · A candid conversation about Mayor Patterson's trip to the Ukraine. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: www.NLC.org · · to be a guest on the podcast About Mayor Steve Patterson: Mayor Steve Patterson has lived in Athens since 1998 working as an Associate Professor of Health Psychology at Ohio University until March, 2016 and is currently the Mayor of Athens, Ohio. Mayor Patterson served in the United States Air Force and the Air National Guard for over 20 years in both the Enlisted (9 years) and Commissioned (14 years) ranks and retired as a Major with the District of Columbia Air Nation Guard 113th Fighter Wing. Mayor Patterson serves on the Executive Boards of the International Town-Gown Association (President-elect), the Athens County Economic Development Council, the Buckeye Hills Regional Council, the Athens County Foundation, the Sustainable Ohio Public Energy Council (SOPEC), the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC), the American Red Cross Ohio South Central Chapter and a member of the Ohio Mayors Alliance. Mayor Patterson also serves as the President for the Mayors Partnership for Progress, Co-Vice Chair for the National League of Cities Race, Equity and Leadership Council, Athens County Transportation Improvement District, the Athens County Regional Planning Commission, and the Athens City Planning Commission (Chair). As a 2-term At-Large Councilmember for Athens, he served as the Chair of the City and Safety Service Committee, the Vice Chair of Finance and Personnel Committee, Chair of the Athens Commission on Disabilities, Council Representative for the Arts, Parks, and Recreation Advisory Board, Co-Chair Armory Ad-hoc Committee, and as a member of the Athens Farmer’s Market Long Range Planning Leadership Group. Finally, Mayor Patterson and his wife Dr. Connie Patterson are the proud parents of beautiful twin daughters, Adelia and Alana. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Using Data to Achieve Climate Goals with Jason Burnett or Crosswalk Labs
06/03/2024
Using Data to Achieve Climate Goals with Jason Burnett or Crosswalk Labs
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Jason Burnett with Crosswalk Labs. · A candid conversation about using data to achieve our climate goals. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: - Crosswalk Labs · · to be a guest on the podcast About Jason Burnett: Jason Burnett is the CEO of Crosswalk Labs, a company that tracks greenhouse gas emissions across the U.S. to help local communities make more effective climate mitigation decisions and track progress towards their climate goals. Jason served as mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA from 2012 to 2016 and as a Carmel-by-the-Sea city councilmember from 2010-2012. During his time as mayor, he was also elected by his fellow local mayors to serve as president of the Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority where he led the effort to develop a sustainable water supply for the six Monterey Peninsula cities. Prior to that he served as the associate deputy administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) where he coordinated energy and climate change policy across the EPA and led the development of greenhouse gas regulation. Jason has testified before and been interviewed by Senate and Congressional committees and has been quoted in the Washington Post, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, LA Times, AP, CNN, ABC, C-SPAN, and NPR on climate change policy. Jason holds a Master of Arts in Earth Systems and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Stanford University. He is an avid gardener, woodworker, and cook, and lives in Washington, D.C. with his wife, Melissa Burnett, and their son, Sebastian Burnett. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Small Town Planner Makes a Difference with Shea Strait
05/20/2024
Small Town Planner Makes a Difference with Shea Strait
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Shea Strait, the Director of Planning and Development of Fairmont, WV. · A candid conversation about city planning and development. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Shea Strait I'm a professional urban planner focused on small Appalachian towns seeking to do right-sizing and revitalization. I'm an expect in zoning, subdivisions, meeting facilitation, plan writing, plan implementation, and urban design. I believe that revitalization should be focused on a quality of place for people who are already living there, not just who you want to live there. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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New Urbanism, Hampstead in Montgomery, AL with Anna Lowder
05/06/2024
New Urbanism, Hampstead in Montgomery, AL with Anna Lowder
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Anna Lowder, Founder of Hampstead Community in Montgomery, AL · A candid conversation about the Hampstead Community in Montgomery, AL 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Anna Lowder, Hampstead Community in Montgomery, AL Anna Lowder is the Town Founder of Hampstead, and lead the town planning, design, construction, marketing, and placemaking of the community. With over 15 years of New Urbanist development experience, Hampstead is the culmination of their effort in "Building Community Through Design." They are the principals of Mercer Home, Hampstead’s largest new home builder, and Matter Design Co., a multi-disciplinary design firm which creates the majority of home plans in Hampstead. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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New Urbanism, Trilith GA with Rob Parker
04/22/2024
New Urbanism, Trilith GA with Rob Parker
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Rob Parker, the Presidnet of Trilith, a artist community. 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Rob Parker, President of Trilith Thirty five years of high-impact leadership on a local, national, and international level, including 30 years as a President/CEO. Growth-oriented executive with experience in both corporate and non-profit ventures, as well as blended models that integrate philanthropy into core business strategy. Entertainment executive experience with grammy-award winning, multi-platinum artist. New urbanist design and town building, connected to the film industry, Transformational leader that enjoys creating a compelling vision, crafting a strategy, building a powerful team and then delivering exponential results. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast: Jim Hunt of The Amazing Cities
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Making Main Street Great-A Brick at a Time with the Brick Painters
04/08/2024
Making Main Street Great-A Brick at a Time with the Brick Painters
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Woody Woodworth, CEO of The Brick Painters. · A fun conversation about how cities and towns are utilizing an inexpensive yet impactful process to restore the brick buildings in historic downtown areas. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: https://www.thebrickpainters.com/ · · to be a guest on the podcast About The Brick Painters and Woody Woodworth Meet Woody, a visionary leader with over 30 years of experience. Now, the CEO of The Brick Painters Ltd., Woody has worked on several projects with Peter since the 1980s. Woody has deep insight and a wealth of knowledge in what he calls a ‘Super Niche’ that The Brick Painters Ltd. have pioneered and continue to lead. His focus as CEO is to make the solution available to customers everywhere. He will do this by implementing a that will enable our partners to deliver the best quality work and an unparalleled customer experience. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast: Jim Hunt of The Amazing Cities
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Using Data to Change the World with Mackenzie Bent
03/25/2024
Using Data to Change the World with Mackenzie Bent
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Mackenzie Bent from CitiIQ · A candid conversation about using data to impact local communities. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: https://www.citiiq.com/ · · to be a guest on the podcast About Mackenzie Bent: Mackenzie is the manager of Global Development with CitiIQ. Her work advances the application of CitiIQ’s technology across cities, while maintaining a focus on global and regional development challenges. She holds an MSc in International Development Studies from SOAS, University of London (UK) and a BA from the University of Toronto (Canada). She has conducted and collaborated on many projects related to resource management and sustainable development including the valuation of low carbon transformations throughout the world. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Reimagining Workplaces with Glenn Akarmoff
03/11/2024
Reimagining Workplaces with Glenn Akarmoff
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Glenn Akarmoff · A candid conversation about the future of workplaces. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Glenn Akramoff Akramoff makes the world a brighter place by providing workers fulfilling professional lives. We revitalize businesses, empower workers, and inspire positive workplace change with various workplace rehab services. Our goal is to help organizations lead their teams with a shared vision and purpose for optimal performance. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Fixing America-One Neighborhood at a Time with Dr. Seth Kaplan
02/26/2024
Fixing America-One Neighborhood at a Time with Dr. Seth Kaplan
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Dr. Seth Kaplan, the author of Fragile Neighborhoods. · A candid conversation about rebuilding cities one neighborhood at a time. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: https://sethkaplan.org/ · · to be a guest on the podcast About Dr. Seth Kaplan: Dr. Seth Kaplan is a leading expert on fragile states, political transitions, conflict prevention, political risk assessment, political-economic analysis, state-building, governance, and human rights. He is a Professorial Lecturer in the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) at Johns Hopkins University, Senior Adviser for the Institute for Integrated Transitions (IFIT), and consultant to multilateral organizations such as the World Bank, U.S. State Department, U.S. Agency for International Development, and OECD as well as bilateral donors, developing country governments, think tanks, and NGOs. He is the author of the U.S. State Department’s Political Transitions Analysis Framework (2020) and co-author of the United Nations – World Bank flagship report Pathways for Peace: Inclusive Approaches to Preventing Violent Conflict and USAID’s Fragility Assessment Framework (2018). He was the lead author, coordinator, and managing editor of both an eight country comparative study for the United States Institute of Peace on social contract formation in fragile states and a 100-page flagship publication for IFIT articulating a new approach to regime transitions in post-conflict and post-authoritarian countries. Dr. Kaplan is the author of two books on fragile states—Fixing Fragile States: A New Paradigm for Development (Praeger Security International, 2008); and Betrayed: Promoting Inclusive Development in Fragile States (Palgrave Macmillan, 2013)—and one book on human rights and culture, Human Rights in Thick and Thin Societies: Universality Without Uniformity (Cambridge University Press, 2018). He is working on a book on reversing social breakdown. Dr. Kaplan has published widely on development issues in publications such as The Washington Quarterly, The American Interest, Orbis, Policy Review, National Affairs, Journal of Democracy, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times. He has spoken on development issues in major forums around the world, including the Global Economic Symposium (GES) in Kiel, the World Bank in Washington, the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences in Beijing, the Overseas Development Institute in London, and the Aga Khan Foundation in Ottawa. He serves on the Board of Directors of three non-governmental organizations in the United States and abroad. Dr. Kaplan has 20 years of on-the-ground experience managing projects in developing countries, and he has worked for several large multinationals, including Procter & Gamble, Compaq Computers, and Komatsu. During his seven years in Shanghai, Dr. Kaplan founded four companies. Dr. Kaplan has visited over 70 countries and done research in countries as disparate as Somalia, Yemen, Bolivia, Pakistan, Brazil, Sri Lanka, Iran, Azerbaijan, and Syria. He speaks Mandarin Chinese and Japanese. He has a Ph.D. from the University of Utrecht and a Master in Business Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he was a Palmer Scholar. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Cybersecurity Local Government’s Biggest Challenge with Chris May
02/12/2024
Cybersecurity Local Government’s Biggest Challenge with Chris May
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Chris May with Advantage Technology. · A candid conversation about cyber security in today's local government world. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: https://www.advantage.tech/team/chris-may/ · · to be a guest on the podcast About Chris May of Advantage Technologies: As the Director of Security Solutions at Advantage Technology, my primary role involves orchestrating cybersecurity initiatives and strategies that safeguard vital information assets. My collaborative approach entails engaging with C-suite executives and department heads, understanding the unique security landscape of each entity, and crafting tailored strategies. The core of my expertise lies in pinpointing vulnerabilities within existing IT infrastructures and advocating for the adoption of cutting-edge solutions to mitigate risks, all while unlocking new avenues for business growth. My cybersecurity acumen is substantially enriched by my background in diverse high-stakes environments. At DuPont Chemical, I thrived as an Operations Manager, where I honed my skills in navigating the intricacies of large-scale operational ecosystems. This role demanded rigorous adherence to compliance protocols, a skill I’ve carried into my current position to ensure seamless operational continuity aligned with organizational standards and industry regulations. Further back, my service in the US Navy was foundational, offering me an intensive education in Nuclear Engineering and OT/Production cybersecurity while instilling a discipline that has been indispensable throughout my career. One of my proudest professional milestones is being a trusted ICS/IoT cybersecurity consultant for a Fortune 100 chemical company. This responsibility, coupled with leading an operational team of over 100 staff and harnessing technology to significantly boost operational efficiency, underscores my capacity to manage complex scenarios and drive tangible results. Beyond my professional commitments, I have a profound interest in cultural diversity and make it a point to travel internationally whenever possible. I find solace in nature, frequently engaging in runs, hikes, and woodland walks to rejuvenate and maintain mental clarity. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Mental Health Awareness with First Responders with Angelo Consilo and Colleen Hilton
01/15/2024
Mental Health Awareness with First Responders with Angelo Consilo and Colleen Hilton
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Angelo Consoli, President of the FOP #89 in Maryland and Colleen Hilton, CEO of Alli Connect who facilitates mental health services for first responders. · A candid conversation about the mental health of first responders. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: https://alliconnect.io/ · · to be a guest on the podcast About Colleen Hilton and Angelo Consoli Founder and CEO of Alli Connect, Colleen Hilton is uniquely skilled as a mental health professional and serial entrepreneur in healthcare. Colleen has nearly 20 years of experience as a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and she knows the critical cornerstones for a successful healthcare venture. As a serial entrepreneur in mental health, Colleen is passionate not only making a difference but also creating thriving, scalable solutions. Continuing her passion to impact the world through mental health, Colleen co-founded and now leads Alli Connect Inc as the CEO. Alli's SaaS technology streamlines patient to provider referrals, facilitates patient engagement and improves clinical outcomes. Previously the Founder & CEO of Acuity Counseling, Colleen led the organization to become the largest privately held outpatient mental health company in Western Washington. Uniquely providing boutique therapy services in a retail-style model, Acuity extended the highest quality mental health support to the general public. Colleen successfully exited Acuity Counseling in 2021, when it was acquired by national brand, LifeStance Health. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Thinking Creatively to Build Amazing Cities with Barton Drake
01/02/2024
Thinking Creatively to Build Amazing Cities with Barton Drake
In this episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast, sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt, interviews Barton Drake, Principal of HED, a design, architecture, and engineering company. · A candid conversation about the planning of buildings and development of a city to make them an Amazing City. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: to learn more about Barton Drake's work · · to be a guest on the podcast About Barton Drake: At HED, great design is about thinking creatively to overcome challenges and improve real world outcomes. Our firm has a long history and reputation for excellence because we believe that all the facets of our design, from architecture, consulting, engineering, and planning, must create a positive impact for our clients, the community, and the world through responsive, innovative, and sustainable design solutions. This belief has allowed our firm to succeed and grow in a broad range of markets in nine U.S. offices (Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Denver, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, and Sacramento). See how HED advances your world at www.hed.design. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Putting the B in Bee City with Shawna Cross
12/18/2023
Putting the B in Bee City with Shawna Cross
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Shawna Cross · A candid conversation about the importance of Bees in our cities and towns. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Shawna Cross is a City Council member, Realtor, CPA and Bee Keeper. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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NLC Plan for 2024 with NLC President, David Sander
12/06/2023
NLC Plan for 2024 with NLC President, David Sander
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews incoming NLC President, David Sander. · A candid conversation about Mr. Sander's goals and plans as NLC heads into its 100th year. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: www.NLC.org · · to be a guest on the podcast About David Sander, NLC President David is the Principal and Founder of Sander and Associates, a scientific consulting/development firm that specializes in medical and scientific projects. He received a Ph.D. in Molecular and Cellular Biology from Tulane University and did undergraduate work in physics, math, biology and chemistry at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, MO. After his doctoral work and before moving to Rancho Cordova, David was appointed and served two years as a Congressional Science Fellow, working for a senior member of the House of Representatives in Washington DC on matters involving health and science policy. Family David and his wife, Dr. Margaret Parsons, a dermatologist, have lived in Rancho Cordova since the 1990's. They have one young son. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Building a More Just, Inclusive and Equitable South with Scott Hutcheson
11/20/2023
Building a More Just, Inclusive and Equitable South with Scott Hutcheson
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Scott Hutcheson from E Pluribus Unum · A candid conversation about racial equality in the south · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: for more information on Scott's work · · to be a guest on the podcast About Scott Hutcheson: Scott Hutcheson is the Executive Director of E Pluribus Unum, where he oversees all organizational initiatives and day to day operations. Hutcheson previously served as Deputy Chief Administrative Officer and Director of Cultural Economy for the City of New Orleans. Prior to that he served as the Assistant Secretary of Culture and founding Executive Director of the Louisiana Cultural Economy Foundation. He resides in New Orleans. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Economic Development with a Small Town Feel with Sam Lusk
11/06/2023
Economic Development with a Small Town Feel with Sam Lusk
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Sam Lusk · A candid conversation about economic development in a smaller community · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: 1. Attitude 2. Motivation 3. Attention to Detail 4. Zing 5. Inclusiveness 6. Neighborhood Empowerment 7. Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Sam Lusk: Sam is the economic development specialist with the City of Princeton, WV. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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Transforming Local Government Organizations with Dr. Maria Church
10/16/2023
Transforming Local Government Organizations with Dr. Maria Church
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Dr. Maria Church. · A candid conversation about transforming local government organizations. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: 1. Attitude 2. Motivation 3. Attention to Detail 4. Zing 5. Inclusiveness 6. Neighborhood Empowerment 7. Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: to learn more about Dr. Church's work · · to be a guest on the podcast About Dr. Maria Church: Is your local government drowning in a tidal wave of change with no relief in sight? If so, visit http://GovernmentLeadershipSolutions.com I am the CEO of Government Leadership Solutions - a Women-Owned, Minority-Owned, Small Business - author of "Love-Based Leadership, and have over 20 years experience in local government, corporate alum with Fortune 500 companies, and academia adventures that constitute a treasure trove of colorful experiences. OUR CLIENTS GET POWERFUL RESULTS – Here are just a few of the results our clients have achieved within the last year: - Productivity increase by 40% - Improved communication by 80% (yes, 80%) - Expanded interpersonal skills by 45% - Leadership competencies improved by 28% - Over 40% increase in innovation and knowledge management HOW WE WORK WITH OUR CLIENTS: • Organizational culture assessment and design • Change leadership consultation and facilitation • Leadership development programs • Executive-level training and facilitation • Consulting • Mentoring • Coaching • Strategic Planning • Keynotes ► If you are concerned that your local government is not resilient or that your teams are not able to transition through this fluctuating time, I invite you to contact my extraordinary results-focused team at [email protected] or call (480) 535-5023. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast: Jim Hunt of The Amazing Cities
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Zencity; Connecting to All Corners of Your Community with Lee Feldman
10/02/2023
Zencity; Connecting to All Corners of Your Community with Lee Feldman
In this episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Lee Feldman of Zencity. · A candid conversation about connecting with your community. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: 1. Attitude 2. Motivation 3. Attention to Detail 4. Zing 5. Inclusiveness 6. Neighborhood Empowerment 7. Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Lee Feldman of Zencity More than 36 years of experience in public sector administration, distinguished by providing progressive vision and decisive leadership to local government organizations in Florida. A toposcrat dedicated to building vibrant communities and enhancing neighborhoods; to establishing a sense of place; to promoting strong civic engagement; and to restoring trust in local government. Proven expertise in developing strategies to solve highly complex problems and resolving organizational issues while navigating diverse agendas. Possesses a strong business acumen and core management competencies in all aspects of municipal governance and leadership. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast: Jim Hunt of The Amazing Cities
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Developing Leadership in Local Government with Patrick Leddin
09/18/2023
Developing Leadership in Local Government with Patrick Leddin
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Patrick Leddin on developing leaders in local government. · A candid conversation about how to build amazing leaders within local government. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: 1. Attitude 2. Motivation 3. Attention to Detail 4. Zing 5. Inclusiveness 6. Neighborhood Empowerment 7. Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: The Ledding Group: https://www.leddingroup.com · · to be a guest on the podcast About Patrick Leddin: I have three decades of experience leading teams and studying leadership. I led soldiers in the US Army as an airborne, infantry, ranger-qualified platoon leader and company commander. I then advised senior leaders at KPMG consulting. In 2001, I co-founded a boutique consulting firm with my wife and guided it to over 11 years of consecutive year-over-year double-digit revenue growth acquisition in 2012. We literally took our business from the room above our garage to 8 figures in revenue. Now, I'm a Professor and Director of the Practice of Managerial Studies at Vanderbilt University. Over the years, I developed a proven, repeatable leadership framework. I've spoken about it to thousands of people during hundreds of keynote addresses. I've implemented it during thousands of workshops. My books have been put into the hands of countless leaders and I earned a spot on the Wall Street Journal bestseller list. Today, I write leadership articles, share leadership tools, create leadership videos, and host the Leadership Lab podcast. Everything I do is to help others to become more effective leaders. I'd be honored if I were part of your leadership journey. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:
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We Can't Give Up; How California is Dealing with Housing with Carolyn Coleman
09/05/2023
We Can't Give Up; How California is Dealing with Housing with Carolyn Coleman
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Carolyn Coleman, the Executive Director of the CA League of Cities. · A candid conversation about the housing crisis in California. · And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City: 1. Attitude 2. Motivation 3. Attention to Detail 4. Zing 5. Inclusiveness 6. Neighborhood Empowerment 7. Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: · · to be a guest on the podcast About Carolyn Coleman Carolyn Coleman brings over 25 years of experience as a leader and an advocate in the public and private sectors to her role as executive director and CEO of the League of California Cities, the largest and oldest organization representing California’s cities and towns and their leaders. Under her leadership, Cal Cities advances policies to expand local control through education and advocacy to enhance the quality of life for all Californians. She joined Cal Cities in December 2016 after a decade with the National League of Cities (NLC) in Washington, D.C., as senior executive and director of federal advocacy. A national organization, NLC advances policies at the federal level that expand local control and provide resources for local programs. During her tenure at NLC, she oversaw the organization’s advocacy efforts and worked closely with city leaders from across the country and the 49 state municipal leagues to protect and promote local interests in matters before Congress, within the White House, and in the courts. Prior to NLC, Coleman served as deputy mayor for the city of Indianapolis, Indiana, where she led the mayor’s initiatives involving public works, economic and community development, parks and recreation, and neighborhood services. She previously practiced law and held marketing leadership positions in the private sector. In addition to her professional endeavors, Coleman serves on the board of trustees of the University of Indianapolis and on the dean’s cabinet at the McGeorge School of Law. She also serves on the NLC and the California Foundation on the Environment and the Economy boards of directors, as well as the Public Policy Institute of California’s Statewide Leadership Council. She holds a law degree from Indiana University and a degree in business administration from the University of Kansas. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast: Jim Hunt of The Amazing Cities
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Finding Innovative Ways to Do Economic Development for Cities with Ken Duran
08/21/2023
Finding Innovative Ways to Do Economic Development for Cities with Ken Duran
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast, sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Ken Duran, a long-time career in local government and economic development expert. · A candid conversation about economic development in towns and cities. ·7 Steps to an Amazing City: 1. Attitude 2. Motivation 3. Attention to Detail 4. Zing 5. Inclusiveness 6. Neighborhood Empowerment 7. Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: About HDLCompanies: HDL Companies Email: HDL Companies Phone: (888) 861-0220 · · to be a guest on the podcast About Ken Duran: Mr. Duran is a Senior Economic Development Advisor for HdL Companies, the leading consulting partner for local governments seeking insight and growth. Prior to this role, he worked for 34 years for the City of San Dimas. He started his career in the recreation field and spent the last 28 years as Assistant City Manager and City Manager. His responsibilities included serving as Assistant Executive Director and Executive Director to the city’s Redevelopment Agency, Successor Agency and Housing Authority. He was responsible for several economic development and redevelopment projects and programs for the city. Ken has been a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) and League of California Cities City Managers Department. Ken holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from California State University, Fullerton. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000’s of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim’s Popular Books: · The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: · Bottom Line Green: How America’s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) FREE White Paper: · “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: · Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: · Discover more details at Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: · Complete the form at A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast: Jim Hunt of The Amazing Cities
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