
Contributors Directory
This project is powered by the collective wisdom of over 200 public servants, civic innovators, and grassroots leaders. From city managers and elected officials to dedicated neighborhood volunteers, these are the voices shaping the modern landscape of public service.
Explore our contributors to find the leaders and organizations driving positive change across the nation.

Andrea Duffie
Municipal Marketing & PR
Texas
"Why the Best Public Servants Start By Raising Their Hands"

Ann Zadeh
Nonprofit Executive Director
Texas
"Community Engagement as a Foundation for Successful City Planning"

Annmarie Hylton
Founder/Marketing Strategist
California
"Empowering Changemakers: Annmarie Hylton, Founder of Project Good Work"

Ben Williamson
City Manager
Texas
"City Manager: Champion of Servant Leadership and Sustainability"

Brady Porterfield-Finn
Municipal Neighborhood Engagement Coordinator
Colorado
"From West Africa to Colorado: A People-First Approach"

Brandon Figliolino
Municipal Community Engagement Manager
Colorado
"How Strategic Pivots and People-Focused Programming are Revolutionizing Transit Engagement "

Caitlan Biggs
Municipal Director of Administrative Services / Town Secretary
Texas
"The Unexpected Career Path: How Public Service Can Change Your Life"

Candice Edmondson
City Manager
Texas
"How to Engage and Serve Your Community: Insights from a City Manager"

Christina Moon
Associate Principle Landscape Architect
Texas
"From NASA to Urban Oases: A Vision for Greener, Connected Communities"

Corina Sadler
Municipal Volunteer Resources Manager
Texas
"Beyond Books: A Passion for Public Service"

Courtney Craven
Nonprofit Community Engagement & Communications Manager
Texas
"From Classroom to Community: How One Educator Took a Leap of Faith to Pursue Her Passion"

Courtney Harrness
Municipal Director of Strategic Advancement
Massachusetts
"Transforming Stigma into Strength: VAMHAR's Impact on Mental Health and Addiction Recovery"

Dani Shaw
Nonprofit Director of Strategic Initiatives
Texas
"The Infrastructure of Hope: How to Build Systems That Work"

David Burton
Higher Education Community Development Specialist
Missouri
"A Neighboring Revolution"

Dorothy Tyler
Nonprofit Navigator
Texas
"Bridging Gaps and Building Teams: A Roadmap for Impactful Public Service"

Dr. Ashley E. English
Associate Professor of Strategic Communication
Texas
"Redefining Community Service: Lessons from a Life of Commitment"

Dr. Benjamin Lamb
V.P. of Economic Development
Massachusetts
"The Impact of Local Action in Massachusetts"

Dr. Carlos Walker Sr.
Nonprofit Director
Texas
"Leading by Example: An Approach to Public Service and Education"

Dr. Sandra Reyna Stanley
Nonprofit Founder, Consultant, Author
Texas
"The Power of Second Chances"

Dr. Tina Jenkins
Psychology Professor, Nonprofit Director
Texas
"Community, Education, and Change"

Elizabeth Johnson
Nonprofit Director Community Engagement
Texas
"Beyond Band-Aids: A Holistic Approach to Child Welfare"

Ellen Young
Nonprofit CEO
Texas
"Creating Healthier, More Resilient Communities: A Journey in Community Engagement and Public Health"

Eric Lopez
Municipal District Superintendent
Texas
"A Vision for Advancing Hispanic Leadership in Local Government"

Erin Donahue
Municipal Deputy Director/Consultant
Ontario
"Empowering Ontario's Future Public Service Leaders"

Frank Scott Sr.
Nonprofit Boardmember
Indiana
"Community Impact and Legacy: A Journey of Faith and Service"

Gabe Reaume
City Manager, Author
Texas
"Small-Town Leadership, Big Impact: How Saginaw's City Manager Builds Community"

Hudson Janz
Municipal Homelessness Resolution Case Manager
Colorado
"One Volunteer, One Person, One Year: The Radical Simplicity of Ending Homelessness"

Jacob Browning
Municipal Strategic Initiatives Manager / Historic Preservation
Texas
"Shaping Local Government from Within"

James Lawrence
Senior Project Manager
Texas
"Listen, Design, Transform: How James Lawrence Is Building Better Communities Through Architecture"

Jennifer Fadden
Municipal Consulting COO
Texas
"Serving with Purpose: Why this COO Focuses on One Relationship at a Time"

Joyce Cox
Municipal Neighborhood Engagement Manager
Tennessee
"Building Community from the Ground Up"

Julia Ryan
AICP Planner
Arkansas
"The Long Game: How Patience and Passion Drive Urban Planner Julia Ryan"

Kathy Marcum
Director of Corporate Relations
Texas
"Creating Impact through Corporate and Community Partnerships"

Kay Moore
Community Volunteer, Author
Texas
"Building Connections and Preserving Local History"

Kayla Herrod
Municipal Deputy Director Marketing & Communication
Texas
"Bridging the Gap: The Mission to Connect Citizens and City Hall"

Kenneth "KC"Kettler
Associate Attorney
Virginia
"From Parking Lots to People Places: Livable Harrisonburg"

Kristen Petree
Municipal Capital Projects Manager
Texas
"Full Circle: Former Youth Council Member Now Leads Next Generation"

Mansfield TX Youth Council (2025)
Student Leadership Council Member
Texas
"Full Circle Civic Leadership"

Marcela Perez
Municipal Marketing & Community Outreach Director
Texas
"Creating Meaningful Programs: An Approach to Fostering Community Connections"

Mary Kayser
Retired City Secretary, Municipal Trainer
Texas
"Behind the Curtain of Local Government with a Retired City Secretary"

Mary Margaret Lemons
Nonprofit President & General Counsel
Texas
"A Journey from Camp Counselor to Influential Leader in Public Housing"

MiShon Landry
Nonprofit CEO, Trainer, Author
Texas
"The Heart of Volunteering: From Mom to Community Leader"

Michael DiLullo
Municipal Chief Administrative Officer
Ontario
"CAO Di Lullo: Building Tomorrow's Communities Today"

Monique Hill
Municipal District Superintendent
Texas
"People-First Public Service: A Blueprint for Community Transformation"

Nancy Tunell
Municipal Downtown Development Manager
Texas
"From Campus to Community: Building Communities That Last"

Narada Lee
Municipal Administrator
Texas
"The Hidden Heroes of Local Government: How One Administrator Protects 1.3 million Dallas Residents Daily"

Nathan Dyhre
Municipal Community Development Director
Texas
"From Special Ops to City Hall: An Unconventional Path to Public Service"

Nicolette Ricciuti
Municipal Director of Regulatory Compliance & Animal Care/Control
Texas
"Building Mansfield's Future"

Paul Paschall
City Mayor, Insurance Group President
Texas
"From Insurance Agent to 3-Term Mayor: How One Wife's Challenge Transformed an Entire Texas City"

Pete Iengo
Municipal Community Engagement Specialist
Colorado
"Creating Space for Every Voice: A Mission to Transform How Cities Engage with Community Members"

Reba Taylor-Hill
Municipal Community Education & Outreach Liaison
Indiana
"Unpacking the Vision: Grassroots Guardian's Drive for Community Engagement"

Ron Holifield
CEO, Speaker, Author
Texas
"From Intern to CEO: An Inspiring Journey in Public Service"

Rose Martinez
Nonprofit Family Engagement Manager
Colorado
"No Map, No Problem: Turning Personal Struggles into Systemic Solutions"

Ruth Barajas Assi
Social Worker/Nonprofit Program Manager
Texas
"Path to Purpose: Community-Centered Work"

Shana Chaplin
Nonprofit Chief Program Officer
Arkansas
"How Volunteerism Fuels Personal Growth"

Shauna Shepherd
Municipal Human Resources Director
Texas
"Kindness is Free: Building Public Trust"

Shona Sowell
Municipal Mayor Candidate, Nonprofit Hospital Director
Texas
"From Popsicles to Politics: How One Grandfather's Question Sparked a Lifetime of Public Service"

Simone Peterson
Nonprofit Community Investment Officer
Florida
"Connecting People and Solutions: Community Engagement Insights"

Tabitha Guess
Municipal Outreach Services Supervisor
Texas
"The Heart of Community Engagement: Building Relationships That Matter"

Tasha Van Vlack
CEO, Founder
Ontario
"Redefining Connection: Behind the Scenes of the Nonprofit Hive"

Theresa Ewing
Retired Municipal Court Director/Consultant
Kentucky
"How Can Municipal Courts Build Trust? Insights from an Expert"

Thomas Thompson
Advisor to the Mayor
Colorado
"How Asking "Who's Missing?" is Becoming Colorado Springs' Most Powerful Tool for Building Stronger Neighborhoods"

Tiel Jenkins
High School Educator
Texas
"From Hospice to High School: A Journey of Service and Community Engagement"

Tiffany Harris
Municipal Community Vitality Coordinator
Texas
"From Global Roots to Local Impact: The Path to Community Vitality"

Tobi Jackson
Nonprofit Executive Director, School Board Trustee
Texas
"Transforming Leadership Challenges into Triumphs: Advocacy in Fort Worth"

Tyg Taylor
Nonprofit Executive Director
Colorado
"Why “We Think You’re Worth It” is More Than a Motto at Wholly Kicks"

Tyler Grant
Higher Education Major Gifts Officer
Louisiana
"From Psychology to Philanthropy: A Path to Meaningful Community Impact"

Victor Turner
Municipal Housing & Community Development Director
Florida
"Unexpected Pathways to a Public Service Career"
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