{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Building Bridges in Local Government with Donovan Pepper","description":"This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Donnavan Pepper of the National Strategic Partnership at Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies. \u00b7       A candid conversation about building bridges in local government \u00b7       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.AmazingCities.org \u00b7       www.AmazingCities.org\/podcast to be a guest on the podcast   About Donovan Pepper:     Donovan W. Pepper is Principal and Director of National Strategic Partnerships at Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies , where he leads multi-jurisdictional government relations and builds nationwide advocacy coalitions. Prior to this role, he spent nearly 18 years as Senior Director of Government Relations and Civic Engagement at Walgreens, directing legislative and public health protection strategies across all 50 states. His deep public policy background also includes leadership positions with the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, the Illinois Restaurant Association, AT&T, and Amtrak, following an early career as an Illinois House of Representatives staffer. A dedicated civic leader, Mr. Pepper is a trustee of Knox College, a member of the University of Illinois System presidential search committee, and the former Chairman of the Board for The Civic Federation. Recognized by President Barack Obama for national and community service, he holds a master\u2019s degree in political studies from the University of Illinois Springfield.  About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the \u201cBuilding Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast\u201d \u2026 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 \u201cBottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too\u201d and his latest book, \u201cThe Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City\u201d   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\u2019s 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\u2019s Popular Books: \u00b7       The Entrepreneurial City: Building Smarter Governments through Entrepreneurial Thinking:   https:\/\/www.amazingcities.org\/copy-of-the-amazing-city   \u00b7       The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City:   https:\/\/www.amazingcities.org\/product-page\/the-amazing-city-7-steps-to-creating-an-amazing-city   \u00b7       Bottom Line Green: How America\u2019s Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too)  https:\/\/www.amazingcities.org\/product-page\/bottom-line-green-how-america-s-cities-are-saving-the-planet-and-money-too   FREE White Paper: \u00b7       \u201c10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown\u201d  www.AmazingCities.org\/10-Steps   Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: \u00b7       Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at www.AmazingCities.org\/Speaking   Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: \u00b7       Discover more details at https:\/\/www.amazingcities.org\/consulting   Discuss Your Business Opportunity\/Product to Help Amazing Cities: \u00b7       Complete the form at https:\/\/www.amazingcities.org\/business-development   A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:  www.BearingAdvisors.Net ","author_name":"Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/amazingcities.libsyn.com\/website","html":"