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.
February Topics
From Work Meetings to Apero Hour: A Journey to the Good Life
Date & Time: February 25th, 11:00 am – 11:45 am CDT
Presenter(s): Mary Ann Hardie
Join us for an engaging conversation with Mary Ann Hardie, a retired local government professional who has embraced a new chapter of life in France. In this inspiring session, Mary Ann will share her personal journey from a career filled with meetings, deadlines, and community responsibilities to a retirement shaped by culture, connection, and intentional living. Participants will hear firsthand how relocating abroad reshaped her perspective on work-life balance, wellness, community, and what it truly means to live “the good life.” From navigating the logistics of an international move to discovering the joy of daily rituals — including the French tradition of apéro hour — Mary Ann will offer reflections, lessons learned, and practical insights for anyone curious about redefining life after retirement. This webinar is perfect for professionals approaching retirement, recent retirees, or anyone dreaming about new possibilities in their next chapter. Let Mary Ann’s story spark ideas about how you might design a life filled with meaning, adventure, and connection — wherever you choose to call home.
March Topics
The Leader’s AI Playbook: Building Confident Teams in the Age of AI
Date & Time: March 4th, 11:00 am – 11:45 am CDT
Presenter(s): Micah Gaudet
AI skepticism in local government is rarely about the technology. It’s about confidence, accountability, and fear of getting it wrong. This session equips leaders with a simple, repeatable 60-minute framework they can run with their own teams. Modeled after the “Hour of Code” approach, the Leader’s Hour of AI helps staff work on real tasks, understand guardrails, and leave confident enough to teach one colleague. Participants will receive a ready-to-use template, structured prompt scaffold, and risk-check model they can deploy immediately.
Executive Book Briefing: Intentional: How to Finish What You Start by Chris Bailey
Date & Time: March 11th, 11:00 am – 11:45 am CDT
Presenter(s): Randy Mayeux
Join Randy Mayeux for an engaging Executive Book Briefing on How to Finish What You Start by Chris Bailey. In this practical and thought-provoking session, Randy will explore key insights from Bailey’s research on productivity, focus, and follow-through—highlighting actionable strategies leaders can use to overcome procrastination, eliminate distractions, and drive meaningful results.
Designed for executives and emerging leaders alike, this briefing will provide practical tools to strengthen discipline, sustain momentum, and successfully execute on priorities that matter most. Participants will leave with clear takeaways they can immediately apply to enhance personal effectiveness and organizational performance.
From the Brink to Breakthrough: A Story of Resilience and Recovery
Date & Time: March 25th, 11:00 am – 11:45 am CDT
Presenter(s): Mike & Tiffany Thomson
In the high-pressure world of local government, we often talk about “resilience” in terms of infrastructure or budgets, but rarely do we discuss the raw, human resilience required to overcome personal crisis. Join us for a deeply moving and transparent webinar as Tiffany and Mike Thomson share their harrowing yet hopeful journey through Tiffany’s battle with alcohol addiction. This isn’t a polished corporate presentation; it is a vulnerable account of hitting rock bottom, the strain on a marriage, the added pressure that they experienced since both Mike and Tiffany are public servants working in local government, and the courageous steps taken to rebuild a life from the ground up. Their story serves as a powerful reminder that behind every professional exterior are personal battles that require immense strength and a supportive community to win. You will be deeply moved by their story, and you will see how the road to recovery can lead to a more authentic and impactful leadership style. Whether you are navigating your own challenges, supporting a colleague, or simply looking to foster a more empathetic culture within your organization, the Thomson’s journey of healing together offers invaluable lessons on grace, persistence, and the power of transformation. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with a story that is as challenging as it is inspiring—register today to witness how the hardest chapters of our lives can become the foundation for our greatest triumphs.
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