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For the Love of Local
by Troy Riggs and Krisa De La Cruz
Local change is where real change happens. For the Love of Local is a podcast about the people, partnerships, and ideas shaping the future of our communities. Hosted by leadership development expert Troy Riggs (Riggs Ventures) and communication strategist Krisa De La Cruz (Chaparral Creative), each episode features authentic conversations with the leaders who are actually doing the work on the ground — city managers, nonprofit directors, local government innovators, mission-driven founders, and more.This is a space for honest dialogue. No national noise. No empty theory. Just real stories, real solutions, and real impact — at the level where people live and work.Whether you serve in a city, work in a nonprofit, lead a team, or simply care about stronger communities, this show is for you.Because meaningful change starts local.And it’s worth fighting for.
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Rebuilding the Pipeline: The Future of Public Service
In this episode of For the Love of Local, Troy Riggs and Krisa De La Cruz sit down with Candice Sauers, a rising leader in public health and local government, to tackle one of the most pressing challenges facing communities today: the growing gap between generations in public service.Candice shares her powerful and personal journey into local government—from unexpectedly stepping into a county clerk role to navigating loss, resilience, and rediscovering her passion for public service. Together, they explore why fewer young professionals are entering government roles, the looming workforce shortage, and what it will take to attract and retain the next generation of leaders.This conversation dives into the importance of storytelling, mentorship, and creating meaningful pathways for young people to engage in their communities. From rethinking hiring practices to fostering innovation and flexibility, this episode highlights practical ideas and inspiring perspectives on how to build a stronger, more connected future for local government.If you care about leadership, community impact, and the future of public service—this episode is for you.
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The Nonprofit Advantage
The first episode of 'For the Love of Local' introduces the podcast and its hosts, Troy Riggs and Krisa De La Cruz. The conversation delves into the role of nonprofits in local communities, the importance of community engagement and collaboration, the impact of philanthropy and government involvement, the significance of volunteerism, and the future of the podcast.TakeawaysLocal communities drive meaningful changeNonprofits and government collaboration is keyChapters00:00 Introduction to For the Love of Local08:11 Community Engagement and Collaboration13:20 Philanthropy and Government Involvement19:00 Volunteerism and Community Impact28:24 Closing Remarks and Future of the Podcast
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Local change is where real change happens. For the Love of Local is a podcast about the people, partnerships, and ideas shaping the future of our communities. Hosted by leadership development expert Troy Riggs (Riggs Ventures) and communication strategist Krisa De La Cruz (Chaparral Creative), each episode features authentic conversations with the leaders who are actually doing the work on the ground — city managers, nonprofit directors, local government innovators, mission-driven founders, and more.This is a space for honest dialogue. No national noise. No empty theory. Just real stories, real solutions, and real impact — at the level where people live and work.Whether you serve in a city, work in a nonprofit, lead a team, or simply care about stronger communities, this show is for you.Because meaningful change starts local.And it’s worth fighting for.
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Troy Riggs and Krisa De La Cruz
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Local change is where real change happens. For the Love of Local is a podcast about the people, partnerships, and ideas shaping the future of our communities. Hosted by leadership development expert Troy Riggs (Riggs Ventures) and communication strategist Krisa De La Cruz (Chaparral Creative), each...
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