In this episode of Partnering Leadership,Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Michael Rogers, Former Executive Director of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (MWCOG). Prior to his appointment at COG, Mr. Rogers enjoyed a distinguished career as City Administrator and Deputy Mayor for Operations for the District of Columbia, was Director of the Mayor’s Office of Contracts/Chief Procurement Officer for the City of New York and Vice President/Municipal Services for Ogden Services Corporation.
Some highlights:
*Michael Rogers on how growing up during the Civil Rights movement impacted his leadership.
*Why and how Michael Rogers went against unethical contracting practices in New York.
*How Michael Rogers helped increase the impact and relevance of *Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (MWCOG)
Michael Roger’s advice on how leaders can leave an impactful legacy.
Also mentioned in this episode:
Marion Barry, former Mayor of Washington DC
Ron Brown, former US Secretary of Commerce
Connect with Michael Rogers:
Michael Rogers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-c-rogers-dc/
Connect with Mahan Tavakoli:
MahanTavakoli.com
More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website:
PartneringLeadership.com
