In this episode, Niceville's City Manager, David Deitch, talks about his leadership style "Leading by Example", which was shaped by his time as a USAF Colonel and now as a city manager. His unique experiences bring new perspectives into leading effectively.

In this episode, Nathan Boyles, Okaloosa County Commissioner for District 3, talks about his past experiences and how they shaped him into the leader he is now. He obtained an engineering degree, switched to law school, became a lawyer, and now owns a waste management company while also serving as one of our county commissioners.

Get ready for an episode with the City of Crestview's Planning Administrator, Nick Schwendt, where he talks about influential leadership over positional leadership. Nick shares how influential leadership can create positive change in communities and organizations.

In this episode, Rev. Cecil Williams talks about visionary leadership. Cecil is the Executive Director of the Crestview Housing Authority and a dynamic leader in Okaloosa County. We talk about leading an organization through a growth period, different biases, and how to get your team on board with your new vision. You don't want to miss this one!

In this episode, Rex Fitzgerald, who has overcome 17 years of addiction and is now leading Project Hope, shares his journey and how he's helping others fight addiction. Check out "Meeting People Where They Are" to hear more about recovery, hope, making a difference, and the importance of leadership in healing.

In Episode 7 of the Crestview Leads Podcast, we sit down with Tom Gordon, who runs Gordon Air Conditioning and Gordon Martial Arts. He's not only a successful entrepreneur but also a key community figure. Tom discusses how he balances his businesses and community work. Tune in to learn how to build a lasting legacy while handling various duties!

The latest episode of the Crestview Leads Podcast, "Leading with Empathy," is now available! Kelly Jasen, President and CEO of United Way Emerald Coast (UWEC), will discuss how leading with empathy can make a significant impact.

Kelly has over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector. Before taking on her current position, she served as the Director of Development at another United Way branch, where she was responsible for leading fundraising efforts and managing relationships with donors and corporate partners. Her previous work also involved advocating for seniors, disabled adults, and homeless children.

In this exciting episode of Crestview Leads podcast "Lifelong Leadership," we have the honor of hosting Mayor JB Whitten. His inspiring story takes us from serving in the United States Air Force to making a difference as an ESA teacher and now his current role as Mayor of the CIty of Crestview.

Throughout the episode, Mayor Whitten takes us on a journey through his life, sharing invaluable insights from his military service, impactful teaching career, and leadership role in Crestview. Don't miss the chance to hear about the experiences that have shaped Mayor Whitten into the leader he is today. Click play and discover what it takes to lead a life of service and leadership.