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‘Always be true to yourself,’ San Diego County board chairwoman says

Profiles in Power highlights public officials nationwide who are improving their communities through their dedication, enthusiasm, creativity and experience. This week’s profile is Nora Vargas, chairwoman of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. Public career highlights and education: To be the
August 1, 2024

Minnesota’s Dakota County appoints county manager

Minnesota – Heidi Welsch will be the next county manager for Dakota County, which includes the southern area of the Twin Cities. Welsh previously served as county administrator for Olmstead County for 11 years. She brings 28 years of public service experience to the position.
July 31, 2024

Collin County in Texas hires deputy administrator

Texas – Russell Schaffner will join Collin County as deputy administrator. Schaffner previously served as assistant county administrator for Tarrant County, a role he held for eight years. He has also worked as an assistant county administrator for legislative affairs, mobility coordinator and
July 30, 2024

South Dakota airport names deputy director

South Dakota – The Rapid City Regional Airport has appointed Brian Bishop as deputy director. Bishop brings 25 years of experience in the aviation industry to the role. Bishop previously served as deputy airport director of operations and maintenance at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport.
July 30, 2024

Wichita, Kansas, names transportation director

Kansas –The city of Wichita has hired Penny Feist as transportation director. Feist has been serving as interim transportation director since January 2024. She started working for the city in 2022 as assistant director of public works and utilities. She brings more than 17 years of
July 30, 2024

Washington State Office of Financial Management names director

Washington – Pat Sullivan has been appointed director of the Washington State Office of Financial Management. Sullivan brings than 17 years of experience as an elected official in the Washington State House of Representatives to the role, including 12 years as the majority leader. He
July 25, 2024

Stony Brook University appoints interim president

New York – Richard L. McCormick has been appointed interim president of Stony Brook University, effective Aug. 1. McCormick previously served as president of Rutgers University and the University of Washington, and as provost at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He brings more than
July 25, 2024
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