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Chris Angellatta, CEO of the Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Association, has spent years as an organizational leader bringing knowledge, skills and experience to his work as an association CEO and child advocate. A MAPS instructor in the John Glenn College of Public Affairs, he also is an adjunct faculty member at the Indiana Institute of Technology.
Mentorship is one of the most powerful — and accessible — ways to strengthen public service leadership. Learn how being a mentor will give you fresh perspectives, sharpen your coaching skills and connect you to the next generation of leaders.
Discover how Ohio’s newest public leaders came together across party lines to reflect on their call to serve, build trust and share inspiring stories of resilience and dedication to the public good.
Ohio State experts offer insights for the public sector to foster the implementation and impact of new ideas and practices.
Discover the steps to effective goal setting in public and nonprofit organizations. Learn practical strategies to set, track and achieve your goals, ensuring impactful results in both your personal and professional life.
Building a culture that is supportive to veteran and military employees, specifically during the transition from military to civilian life, can be transformational for a mission-driven organization. Learn the steps to create a successful VERG and how to leverage that success for unique benefits.
Sophia Fifner shares how meaningful dialogue can transform your community by breaking down barriers, building trust and fostering collective action. This article offers practical steps and inspiring examples to help you turn everyday conversations into powerful tools for positive change.
Public sector organizations must ensure the right people are in place to deliver high-quality services to the public. Learn the steps to implement strategic workforce planning, identify critical roles and develop talent pipelines.
Stop waiting for a promotion, a title change or instruction from your boss. You already have the ability to lead, inspire and influence those around you — but you must start internally. Brandi Braun AL-Issa, MPA graduate and Glenn College instructor, shares her unique perspective on leadership: Lead yourself first to become the most effective leader you can be.
Veterans and active duty and reserve service members are resilient, service-driven, adaptable and often called to leadership. Organizations should deliberately create an environment that fosters a smooth transition from military to civilian service.
Organizations that invest in the development of their team members attract more committed employees and increase retention rates. The data shows that when you prioritize skill and leadership training, your workforce is more engaged and productive.
Tayo Switzer, owner of Leadership 6 Consulting and Glenn College instructor, has over 20 years of experience coaching senior executives to be the best leaders possible for their teams and organizations. He shares five critical behaviors for leaders in mission-driven organizations and tips for implementation.
Amidst today’s workforce challenges, how can we find — and retain — employees in public service and administration?