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Takis Talk
Gregory Diktakis
7 episodes
2 weeks ago
Share this episode of Takis Talk A childhood spent dodging sniper fire is a brutal teacher, but it forged one of the calmest leaders we know. Chief Building Official Frank Bufarish joins us to share how growing up in Lebanon’s civil war shaped a perspective that now powers Livermore, California’s forward-looking building division—where empathy, clear thinking, and relentless coordination turn complex projects into community wins. We dive into the real work behind a modern city: early alignme...
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Share this episode of Takis Talk A childhood spent dodging sniper fire is a brutal teacher, but it forged one of the calmest leaders we know. Chief Building Official Frank Bufarish joins us to share how growing up in Lebanon’s civil war shaped a perspective that now powers Livermore, California’s forward-looking building division—where empathy, clear thinking, and relentless coordination turn complex projects into community wins. We dive into the real work behind a modern city: early alignme...
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Takis Talk
City Management Lessons - Franc Moufarrej a blueprint for leading with humility and heart
Share this episode of Takis Talk A childhood spent dodging sniper fire is a brutal teacher, but it forged one of the calmest leaders we know. Chief Building Official Frank Bufarish joins us to share how growing up in Lebanon’s civil war shaped a perspective that now powers Livermore, California’s forward-looking building division—where empathy, clear thinking, and relentless coordination turn complex projects into community wins. We dive into the real work behind a modern city: early alignme...
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4 weeks ago
47 minutes

Takis Talk
Breaking the Mold in California Housing – A Conversation with Lee Butler, Director of Planning & Community Development for the City of Santa Cruz
Share this episode of Takis Talk This episode of Takis Talk delivers a compelling interview with Lee Butler, Director of Planning and Community Development for the City of Santa Cruz—a pivotal figure propelling one of California’s most dramatic housing turnarounds. Immerse yourself as our host Butler in a vibrant, candid conversation about the tough realities, surprising wins, and visionary leadership shaping one of the nation’s least affordable yet most innovative coastal cities. About the G...
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1 month ago
59 minutes

Takis Talk
Recruiting the Right Way: Insights from Christine Martin, Director at Tripepi Smith
In this episode of Takis Talk, host Greg Diktakis sits down with Christine Martin, Director and Executive Recruiter at Tripepi Smith, to discuss what it really takes to attract and retain top talent in local government. Christine shares her journey from city planner to assistant city manager to recruiting expert, offering candid insights into career growth, leadership skills, and hiring best practices for today’s city and county agencies. Whether you’re an HR professional, department head, or...
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1 month ago
57 minutes

Takis Talk
Wayne Snell - Leadership Rarely Asks Permission When A City Needs You & It Depends
Building Resilient Communities: A Conversation with Wayne Snell of the City of Irving, Texas Episode guest: Wayne Snell, Director of Inspections, City of Irving, Texas Host: Greg Diktakis, Takis Talk Podcast Introduction When it comes to shaping safe, thriving cities, few voices are as insightful as Wayne Snell’s. As the Director of Inspections for the City of Irving, Texas, Wayne combines decades of field experience with a forward-thinking approach to leadership and innovation. In th...
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2 months ago
39 minutes

Takis Talk
Jose Madrigal The Art of Intentional Leadership: Lessons from Durango’s City Manager
When José Madrigal became City Manager of Durango, Colorado in the middle of a pandemic and following a financial scandal, he faced a mountain of challenges — and not just the literal ones surrounding Durango. In this episode, José shares how he rebuilt trust through transparency, empowered his team with autonomy, and created a culture rooted in authenticity and family-first values. From implementing open financial reporting systems to leading with empathy and intent, José offers a masterclas...
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2 months ago
56 minutes

Takis Talk
Code Compliance with Compassion: Ceci Muela on Leading with Heart
Takis Talk – Episode with Ceci Muela In this episode of Takis Talk, host Greg Diktakis sits down with Ceci Muela, Interim Deputy Director and Chief Building Official for the City of Oakland, to explore the balance between leadership, community service, and resilience. Ceci shares her journey from single mom to respected leader, drawing inspiration from The Alchemist and Queen Elizabeth I. Together, Greg and Ceci dive into the human side of code enforcement, the art vs. graffiti debate, and t...
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3 months ago
1 hour

Takis Talk
The Launch Episode
Not the same old boring PowerPoint presentation. Take a listen, see what's coming. Connect at TakisTalk.com
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6 months ago
1 minute

Takis Talk
Share this episode of Takis Talk A childhood spent dodging sniper fire is a brutal teacher, but it forged one of the calmest leaders we know. Chief Building Official Frank Bufarish joins us to share how growing up in Lebanon’s civil war shaped a perspective that now powers Livermore, California’s forward-looking building division—where empathy, clear thinking, and relentless coordination turn complex projects into community wins. We dive into the real work behind a modern city: early alignme...