Katie Beemer: Stop Waiting for Someone Else to Solve It
How Local Leaders Create Momentum in Their Communities

Episode 386 of The HaltingWinter Podcast
Sponsored by Tyler Technologies

What does it take to create momentum when your community is facing a problem no one person can solve?

Katie Beemer, City Administrator of Fennville, Michigan, joins The HaltingWinter Podcast to talk about building a career in local government, choosing the right community to lead, and using relationships, curiosity, and persistent action to move difficult issues forward.

Katie shares how a single job-shadowing experience introduced her to city management, why professional networks are essential for local government leaders, and how Fennville is navigating major community development challenges following the closure of a longtime industrial facility.

Seth and Katie also discuss attracting the next generation to public service, finding the people who have the answers you need, and why great local government leadership often starts by simply asking, "What's next?"

About Katie Beemer
Katie Beemer is the City Administrator of Fennville, Michigan, and a recipient of the Michigan Municipal Executives' New Executive Achievement Award. Her path into city management began with a one-day job-shadowing experience that introduced her to the impact of local government and ultimately led her to earn her MPA and pursue a career in municipal leadership. Katie is an advocate for professional networks, developing the next generation of local government leaders, and finding collaborative solutions to complex community challenges.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Tyler Technologies – the nation's leading provider of software and technology solutions built specifically for local government. From artificial intelligence and resident engagement to budgeting, planning, and public service delivery, Tyler helps communities operate more efficiently and serve residents more effectively. Learn more at https://tylertech.com/winter

The Municipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC) - The MLDC is a private leadership community designed exclusively for local government professionals. Through practical tools, meaningful conversations, and a nationwide network of peers, members gain the support and perspective needed to lead with greater confidence, clarity, and impact. https://haltingwinter.com/MLDC

Connect With Seth Winterhalter
Seth Winterhalter is a keynote speaker, storyteller, and President of HaltingWinter, a national media company dedicated to telling the stories of local government. Through The HaltingWinter Podcast and the nationwide HaltingWinter Tour, he highlights the people and communities shaping America from the ground up, celebrating public servants, strengthening the profession, and inspiring the next generation to pursue lives of purpose and impact through local government.

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