Mayor Lisa Craig, Lodi, CA
Mayor Lisa Craig
Lodi, CA
“From Expertise to Engagement”
This week on the Community Catalysts podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Mayor Lisa Craig of Lodi, California. Her journey from revitalizing historic neighborhoods to leading a growing city is nothing short of remarkable.
Here’s what you’ll take away:
- A Fresh Perspective: Mayor Craig talks candidly about the shift from being a professional expert to engaging as an elected leader, and how that transition changed her approach to community-building.
- Valuable Governance Lessons: Discover how her deep experience in historic preservation shapes her leadership style, especially her focus on consensus and collaboration.
- Real-World Impact: From downtown revitalization to clean energy projects, hear how Lodi is growing under her leadership and how her experience informs the city’s initiatives.
- Leadership Wisdom: Gain practical insights into the power of listening, involving the community, and leading with vision and purpose.
- Inspiration for the Future: Be inspired by her passion for creating a vibrant, sustainable future for Lodi that honors its history while embracing innovation.
Take a moment to listen—you won’t want to miss Mayor Craig’s inspiring and actionable ideas for connecting effective leadership to community engagement.
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Local leaders everywhere are innovating ways to engage their communities, foster collaboration, and achieve significant goals. “Community Catalysts” brings you the inside story of mayors, council members, city managers, nonprofit CEOs, and other changemakers from a variety of backgrounds. Produced by Social Prosperity Partners and hosted by Matt Lehrman, the podcast offers a weekly dose of inspiration and practical advice for leaders committed to inclusive decision-making and excellence in governance.
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