The Art Box - Episode 196 - Comprehensive Planning, Cezanne, Picasso and Cubism - Meet Simon Kim

Linda and Steve had the absolute pleasure to welcome Simon Kim, Development Services Director for the City of Mesquite, Nevada to our Mesquite Works STEAM Center recording studio. Simon is just THE BEST! What about Cezanne, Picasso and Cubism? You will need to listen to the podcast to understand.  Simon has a total of 34-year professional experience in planning and developments: Among those, 22 years have been devoted to developments in the U.S. and 12 years experiences have been formulated from South Korea and England. Simon is key in moving Mesquite forward in the area of defining the Arts and Historic District and placing unique art pieces along with historic markers. Through professional experiences, he has become particularly well-versed in comprehensive planning, strategic planning, urban economics, urban growth management, transportation modeling & planning, housing (HOME/CDBG), economic development, redevelopment, public utilities, environmental assessment & protection, historic preservation, resource management, capital improvement programs, construction, business management, parks & open space design/management, GIS, human capital management, environmental justice, and budgeting/financing. Simon holds a PhD in Urban Planning/Landscape Architecture; Master of Business Administration; and Master of Landscape Architecture. He has multiple license and certifications including American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Professional Landscape Architect (PLA), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM), Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP), GIS Professional (GISP), and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). Simon is conscious professional with diverse experiences. He loves to work in a team environment, achieve professional goals, juggle projects, streamline work process, provide solutions, formulate ideal outcomes, and keep his fellow employees well-informed and equipped to do their jobs.