In this episode of Takis Talk, host Greg Diktakis sits down with Christine Martin, Director and Executive Recruiter at Tripepi Smith, to discuss what it really takes to attract and retain top talent in local government. Christine shares her journey from city planner to assistant city manager to recruiting expert, offering candid insights into career growth, leadership skills, and hiring best practices for today’s city and county agencies. Whether you’re an HR professional, department head, or...
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In this episode of Takis Talk, host Greg Diktakis sits down with Christine Martin, Director and Executive Recruiter at Tripepi Smith, to discuss what it really takes to attract and retain top talent in local government. Christine shares her journey from city planner to assistant city manager to recruiting expert, offering candid insights into career growth, leadership skills, and hiring best practices for today’s city and county agencies. Whether you’re an HR professional, department head, or...
Jose Madrigal The Art of Intentional Leadership: Lessons from Durango’s City Manager
Takis Talk
56 minutes
1 month ago
Jose Madrigal The Art of Intentional Leadership: Lessons from Durango’s City Manager
When José Madrigal became City Manager of Durango, Colorado in the middle of a pandemic and following a financial scandal, he faced a mountain of challenges — and not just the literal ones surrounding Durango. In this episode, José shares how he rebuilt trust through transparency, empowered his team with autonomy, and created a culture rooted in authenticity and family-first values. From implementing open financial reporting systems to leading with empathy and intent, José offers a masterclas...
Takis Talk
In this episode of Takis Talk, host Greg Diktakis sits down with Christine Martin, Director and Executive Recruiter at Tripepi Smith, to discuss what it really takes to attract and retain top talent in local government. Christine shares her journey from city planner to assistant city manager to recruiting expert, offering candid insights into career growth, leadership skills, and hiring best practices for today’s city and county agencies. Whether you’re an HR professional, department head, or...
