Tax Abatements, Leadership, and City Hall | Joe Motil on The Leadership Table w/ Dr. Kevin Hairston

In this episode of The Leadership Table Podcast, host Dr. Kevin Hairston welcomes Joe Motil of Columbus, Ohio for a substantive and timely conversation on leadership, public policy, and civic responsibility.Joe speaks candidly about tax abatements in Columbus—how they work, who benefits, and why transparency and accountability matter for the long-term health of the city. He also reflects on his previous mayoral campaign, sharing lessons learned from running against current Mayor Andrew Ginther and what that experience revealed about leadership, governance, and public trust.Together, Dr. Hairston and Joe explore the intersection of leadership, ethics, and public service, challenging listeners to think critically about how decisions at City Hall impact neighborhoods, families, and future generations.This episode is essential viewing for civic leaders, community advocates, faith leaders, and anyone invested in the future of Columbus.🔹 Tax abatements and economic equity🔹 Lessons from a mayoral campaign🔹 Leadership, accountability, and public trust🔹 Faith and values in civic lifePull up a chair and join the conversation at The Leadership Table.Host: Dr. Kevin HairstonGuest: Joe MotilLocation: Columbus, Ohio👍 Like, subscribe, and share to stay connected with conversations that inform, challenge, and inspire principled leadership.