My Morning Cup

E107 - Mayor Tim Kelly's Morning Cup (Part 2)

Jan 27, 2025
Tim Kelly, Mayor of Chattanooga and co-founder of Chattanooga Football Club, shares his vision for the city's future as he runs for a second term. He provides a behind-the-scenes look at city governance, discussing initiatives like the recent city rebrand and the rail system feasibility study. Kelly highlights the importance of leadership in tackling the wealth gap and promoting workforce development. He emphasizes collaboration among mayors for city innovation and the unique community spirit in Chattanooga that sets it apart from larger cities.
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ANECDOTE

Bad Coffee

  • Tim Kelly developed a tolerance for bad coffee from his time in the car business.
  • He recounts the differing coffee cultures between sales and service departments.
INSIGHT

Government Inertia

  • Affecting change in government is harder than in business due to lack of competition and inherent inertia.
  • Government employees may sometimes seek stability over change, making progress slow.
INSIGHT

Government as Retail

  • City government is similar to running a service-delivery business, requiring strong management skills.
  • Executive and legislative functions in politics differ greatly, requiring distinct aptitudes.
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