Show Notes: Phil Kiraly: Finding Purpose in Public Service Episode 139 of The HaltingWinter Podcast Episode Overview Join Seth Winterhalter as he interviews Phil Kiraly, Village Manager of Glencoe, Illinois, for a compelling conversation about finding purpose in public service. From his family's refugee story to innovative municipal leadership, Phil shares insights on thoughtful change management, maintaining personal well-being while managing Type 1 diabetes, and creating a culture of purposeful public service. Key Takeaways The impact of family legacy on public service commitmentHow to implement change through thoughtful, strategic communicationStrategies for maintaining work-life integration in municipal leadershipBuilding trust through transparent communication and community engagementThe importance of professional associations and peer relationshipsCreating innovative solutions to traditional municipal challenges Career Highlights Discussed Journey from Parks & Recreation to City ManagementTwo-year internship with Village of SkokieAssistant Village Manager roles in Deerfield and NorthbrookVillage Manager of Glencoe since 2013President of Illinois City/County Management AssociationImplementation of innovative integrated public safety department Leadership Insights Converting "progress without change" to "progress requires thoughtful change"Building community trust through strategic communicationLeveraging technology and social media for citizen engagementCreating cross-functional teams and innovative service delivery modelsThe importance of staying connected to ground-level operationsBalancing innovation with community traditions Resources Mentioned Illinois City/County Management Association (ILCMA)International City/County Management Association (ICMA)The Leader's Lens Newsletter: Subscribe for FreeMunicipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC): Learn More HereVisit www.haltingwinter.com for more resources Connect with Phil Kiraly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-kiraly-icma-cm-25016360/ Connect With Seth Winterhalter LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sethwinterhalterWebsite: www.HaltingWinter.com The MLDC The Municipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC) launched on January 6th, and to celebrate, we're giving podcast listeners 20% off an annual subscription with a 7-day FREE trial to make sure it's the right fit for you. Visit the link below and use the coupon code "PODCAST" when you checkout today! --> JOIN HERE