Episode

#735 Government is People and Culture in Action with Michael Baskin, Montgomery County, MD

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GovLove - A Podcast About Local Government
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Jun 26, 2026
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Summary

Michael Baskin, Chief Innovation Officer for Montgomery County, Maryland joined the podcast to discuss the future of local government innovation and understanding organizational culture. He talked about the importance of process improvement and what our processes tell government employees. He discussed his perspective on the importance of people in local government and creating a culture where ideas can be challenged. He also shared how the County prioritizes leadership development and coaching. Host: Ben Kittelson