Beyond the Dais - The Stories of El Paso County

Strategy Team Sessions: Volume 3

It's time for another edition of Strategy Team Sessions! This time around we have a couple of repeat guests (the team is only so big). This interview with El Paso County's Executive Director of Communications, Vernon Stewart, and Open Records Manager, Michael Madsen, was recorded on December 13, 2023.
Each time I record an episode of Strategy Team Sessions, which will probably be once a quarter, it will have a more casual feel, as I'll be speaking to co-workers who are on the team that I am a part of myself.
So kick back, relax, and enjoy the conversation! And as always, feel free to comment or reach out if you have any questions.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with the Colorado Springs Conservatory

This interview with the Colorado Springs Conservatory's Chief Development Officer, Scott Marble, was recorded on November 14, 2023. In this episode we discuss the importance of the arts and how they positively influence our daily lives.
If you want to learn more about the Colorado Springs Conservatory, you can visit their website at https://coloradospringsconservatory.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Kingdom Builders

This interview with Kingdom Builder's Founder and CEO, Lisa Jenkins, was recorded on November 14, 2023. In this episode we discuss how Kingdom Builders came to be and the approach they take to aiding victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault and human trafficking.
If you want to learn more about Kingdom Builders, you can visit their website at https://kbflc.org/. They also have a 24/7 Crisis Hotline you can reach by dialing 719.464.4647.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Community Partnership for Child Development

This interview with Community Partnership for Child Development's President and CEO, Steven Lewis, was recorded on November 8, 2023. In this episode we discuss the importance of serving multigenerational needs and the benefits that come from investing in your people.
If you want to learn more about Community Partnership for Child Development, you can visit their website at https://www.cpcdheadstart.org. If you'd prefer to give them a call, you can reach them by dialing 719.635.1536.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with El Paso County Executive Director of Public Works Kevin Mastin

This interview with El Paso County Executive Director of Public Works Kevin Mastin was recorded on November 15, 2023. In this episode we talk about Kevin's road to Public Works and important updates to the Snow and Ice Control Program.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Early Connections Learning Centers

This interview with Early Connections Learning Center's President and CEO, Liz Denson, was recorded on November 8, 2023. In this episode we discuss how Early Connections Learning Center's legacy helps define their work and the benefit early childcare has on the community as a whole.
If you want to learn more about Early Connections Learning Centers, you can visit their website at https://www.earlyconnections.org/. If you'd prefer to give them a call, you can reach them by dialing 719.632.1754.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to watch a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with El Paso County Commissioner Holly Williams

This interview with El Paso County Commissioner Holly Williams was recorded on October 19, 2023. In this episode we talk about roads, budgets and the value of transparency.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to watch a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with The Place

This interview with The Place's Chief Development Officer, Becky Treece, was recorded on October 30, 2023. In this episode we discuss how The Place manages their difficult mission and how ARPA grant funding from El Paso County has bolstered their programs.
If you want to learn more about The Place, you can visit their website at https://theplacecos.org/. You can also follow them on their Facebook and Instagram pages. If you'd prefer to give them a call, you can reach The Place by dialing 719.244.3959.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to watch a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with El Paso County Commissioner Stan VanderWerf

This interview with El Paso County Commissioner Stan VanderWerf was recorded on October 17, 2023. In this episode we talk about mountain climbing, the importance of small business, and the value of cooperation.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to watch a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Widefield Water and Sanitation District

This interview with the District Engineer for Widefield Water and Sanitation District, Robert Bannister, was recorded on October 6, 2023. In this episode we discuss the water district's efforts to provide water across a large area and how ARPA grant funding helped propel one of their projects forward.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.