Leading Thriving Cities

Leading Thriving Cities

Hosted by: Chad Wright | Forward Partners

Leading Thriving Cities is a Forward Partners Production designed to shine a spotlight on leadership in public service. We have deep conversations about sustainability and how we create a thriving future for our...

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Episodes

Episode 14 - LaShon Ross

Our guest today is LaShon Ross, she is the Deputy City Manager of Plano, TX, and she shares invaluable insights from her 35 years in public service. LaShon emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection, modeling...
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Episode 13 - Sara Costlow

Can public service be fun? In today’s episode, we sit down for a wonderful discussion with Sara Costlow, Assistant City Manager of Deer Park, Texas. Sara shares her journey in city management, overcoming personal...
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Episode 12 - Lauren Rose

How do emotions and logic intersect in public service leadership? The answer is fascinating! Join us for an engaging discussion with Lauren Rose, Assistant City Manager of Sachse, Texas. Lauren shares about Local...
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Episode 11 - Tony Haden

Today's guest is Tony Haden, the Fire Chief at Travis County ESD 8, Pedernales Fire Department. With over 25 years of experience in the fire service, he brings a unique perspective to leadership. Tony is known for...
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Episode 10 - Mike Harmon

Mike Harmon is the Chief of Police for Cedar Park, Texas. Chief Harmon shares with us his optimism about the next generation of officers and discusses how leadership is evolving to prepare for future generations. He...
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Episode 09 - Chase Stapp

Today's guest is Chase Stapp, who brings a unique perspective from his 30 years of experience as Police Chief and Assistant City Manager for the city of San Marcos. Chase currently serves as a Law Enforcement Outreach...
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Episode 08 - Allen Banks

Today, Chief Allen Banks of the Round Rock Police Department joins us. We talk about how important it is for police officers to see their work as more than just a job. Chief Banks explains that it's essential for...
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Episode 07 - Dean Huard

How do you find time in the crazy schedule of a city manager to take care of yourself? “If we did it in combat, we can do it in everyday life.” Today’s guest, Dean Huard, has some fascinating insight into the...
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Episode 06 - David Morgan

What is the legacy of a city manager? David Morgan is the city manager of Georgetown, Texas, ranked as the fastest growing city in America. He dives into the legacy a city staff can leave for the future. He has real...
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Episode 05 - Matt Davis

What does it mean to be an authentic leader in law enforcement? Today’s guest, Matt Davis, is a Lieutenant for the Arapaho County Sheriff’s office. He shares insight on what it’s like to experience things as a police...
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Episode 04 - Emily Crawford

How can city managers learn to set healthy boundaries? Today’s guest, Emily Crawford, the City Manager for Brownwood, Texas, helps us understand the effort that goes into every decision that crosses a city manager’s...
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Episode 03 - Willie Richards

How do we deploy healthy vulnerability to lead the next generation in law enforcement? Today’s guest, Assistant Chief Willie Richards, from Round Rock Police Department, helps us understand the weight carried by every...
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