Wednesday Webinars
Welcome to SGR's Exciting Wednesday Webinars!
SGR is proud to host weekly Wednesday Webinars. Each Wednesday you are invited to join the complimentary webinar by registering at one of the links below.
These webinars cover diverse topics, delivering valuable insights and knowledge to local government professionals, and the best part – they’re absolutely free! Join us for a journey of discovery and learning.
June Topics
Everyday AI: Real Use Cases for Budget, Finance, and Economic Development
Date & Time: June 4, 11:00 am – 11:45 am CDT
Presenter(s): Micah Gaudet
Join us as Micah Gaudet presents specific tools and workflows departments can use right now to save time, spot trends, and make better decisions.
Executive Book Briefing
Date & Time: June 11, 11:00 am – 11:45 am CDT
Presenter(s): Randy Mayeux
Join us as Randy Mayeux brings us his next Executive Book Briefing: Conquering Crisis by Admiral McRaven. In this session, we will explore McRaven’s five-phase approach to handling crises—assess, report, contain, shape, and manage—providing concrete steps to emerge stronger from adversity. Through real-life examples and thought-provoking lessons, participants will gain practical tools to lead with confidence and resilience during turbulent times. Whether you’re facing organizational upheaval or seeking to enhance your crisis leadership skills, this briefing offers valuable strategies to prepare for and conquer the unexpected.
SGR Executive Recruitment
Date & Time: June 18, 11:00 am – 11:45 am CDT
Presenter(s): Austin Holifield
Join us for a special webinar featuring Austin Holifield, Chief Operating Officer of Strategic Government Resources (SGR), as he provides an inside look at SGR’s Executive Recruitment services. With a deep understanding of local government and a commitment to values-based leadership, Austin will share how SGR partners with organizations to attract, assess, and place exceptional executive talent. He’ll discuss the firm’s unique approach to recruitment, which prioritizes cultural fit, leadership competencies, and long-term organizational success. Attendees will gain insight into the full recruitment process—from stakeholder engagement and customized marketing to candidate vetting and final selection. Whether you’re preparing for an upcoming leadership transition or simply want to understand what sets SGR apart, this webinar offers a valuable perspective from one of the industry’s leading experts.
Leadership Freak Blog – Dan Rockwell
Date & Time: June 25, 11:00 am – 11:45 am CDT
Presenter(s): Dan Rockwell
Dan Rockwell (leadershipfreak.blog) gave his first presentation at the age of sixteen and has been delivering presentations and workshops ever since. Dan’s fascination with leadership led him to launch his Leadership Freak blog in January 2010. Today Leadership Freak is read in virtually every country on the globe, with nearly five hundred thousand subscribers to its various social media channels. Dan has been named among the “Top 50 Leadership and Management Experts” and “Top 100 Leadership Speakers” by Inc. magazine and the “Top 30 Leaders in Business of 2014” by the American Management Association. His blog has been hailed as the “most socially shared leadership blog on the internet” by the Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness.
In addition to gaining a devoted online following, the blog opened up numerous opportunities to deliver keynotes and workshops. Dan’s extensive client list includes Chick-fil-A Supply, the National Institutes of Health, Ace Hardware, the National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions, Home Depot, Ducks Unlimited, Ascension Health, the Florida Department of Transportation, Geisinger Health System, the Illinois Association of School Administrators, LexisNexis, Allegra Network, Homeland Security, the US Department of the Navy, the Washington State Department of Transportation, the World Leaders Conference West Palm Beach, The Institute for Public Procurement, Cable One, Inc., and Royal Caribbean International.
July Topics
Reviewing the Texas State Legislative Session and Bills Impacting Local Governments
Date & Time: Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 11:00 am – 11:45 am CDT
Presenter(s): Rustin Stewart & Ben Brezina
Join us for an in-depth webinar titled “Reviewing the Texas State Legislative Session and Bills Impacting Local Governments”, where we will examine key legislation passed during the most recent Texas legislative session and its implications for cities, counties, and other local entities. Our expert panel will break down significant bills, highlight changes in state policy affecting local governance, and discuss how new laws may shape local operations, budgeting, and authority. Whether you’re an elected official, municipal staff member, or policy professional, this session will provide valuable insights to help you navigate the evolving legislative landscape.
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