Management Matters with James-Christian Blockwood

On this episode, we welcome Kim Nelson, Professor of Public Administration and Government at UNC Chapel Hill and Academy Fellow, and Julia Novak, Executive VP for Management Consulting at Raftelis, to discuss the Local Government 2030 initiative and how local governments can solve some of the Grand Challenges.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_

On this episode, we welcome Clarence Anthony, Executive Director of the National League of Cities and Academy Fellow, to discuss the ecosystem of economic mobility and meaningful work, the innovations needed to transform cities after the pandemic, and new initiatives from cities across the country to grow the workforce.Links:CitiesSpeak PodcastSupport the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_

On this episode, we welcome Beth Cobert,  Acting President at the Markle Foundation, to discuss workforce lessons learned from COVID, the role of public administrators in facilitating workforce connections, and the effect college degree requirements have on the workforce.  Report: Realizing the Workforce Potential of Infrastructure InvestmentSupport the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_

On this episode, we welcome Ed Montgomery, President of Western Michigan University and Academy Fellow, to discuss the current trends in the labor market, the short-term prospect for job creation, and the need for innovation at each level of government.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_

On this episode, we welcome Bobbie Stempfley, Vice President for Products at Dell Technologies and Academy Fellow, to discuss the intersection of cybersecurity, data security, and individual privacy, how public administrators can ensure the public that they are using data appropriately, and the value of a potential bureau of cyber statistics.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_

On this episode, we welcome Beth Blauer, Associate Vice Provost for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University, and Academy Fellow, to discuss the JHU COVID Data Visualization tool, the importance of governance structures when using data, and what conclusions can be drawn from the COVID data.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_

On this episode, we welcome Neil Kerwin, President Emeritus of American University, Chair of this study's panel, and Academy Fellow, to discuss the findings and recommendations of the Academy's report on state regulatory compliance.Links:State Regulatory Compliance Processes: Lessons Learned From COVID-19Report: Agile RegulationSupport the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_

On this episode, we welcome Ed DeSeve, Coordinator of the Academy's Agile Government Center, to discuss his new report, The Future of Agile Government, and how agile principles can apply to the development and implementation of government policies, regulations, and programs.Links: The Future of Agile GovernmentThe Agile Government CenterSupport the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_

On this episode, we welcome General William Walker, Sergeant at Arms for the U.S. House of Representatives and former defense and intelligence official, to discuss his career in public service, how effective public administration practices help secure the nation, and how the U.S. can address current and future threats to the homeland. Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_

Originally Aired on January 4, 2021On this episode, we welcome Jane Lute, CEO of Sicpa North America, former Deputy Secretary of DHS and Academy Fellow, to discuss the value of American engagement in global affairs, how the U.S. can work with other governments and NGOs to advance its national interests, and today's international cybersecurity threat environment.Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US