The Public Works Podcast: Vic Bianes Episode

Episode Title: Mentorship, Public Service, and Supporting the Next Generation Episode Summary: Welcome to The Public Works Podcast! In this episode, host Shane Silsby sits down with Vic Bianes, President of the American Public Works Association, to discuss his decades-long career, leadership lessons, workforce development, and the future of public works. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction & Meet Vic Bianes 03:00 – Vic’s Path to Public Works and Early Career Lessons 15:40 – Workforce Development & Mentorship in Public Works 36:15 – APWA Leadership, Initiatives & National Impact 51:10 – Infrastructure Funding, Advocacy & Industry Trends 57:50 – Final Thoughts, Getting Involved & Closing About the Guest: Vic Bianes is a lifelong public servant, engineer, and current President of the American Public Works Association. His career spans local and national leadership, with a passion for mentorship and advancing the profession. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a comment, and share with someone passionate about building better communities! #PublicWorks #Leadership #Infrastructure #TPWP #APWA #Mentorship #WorkforceDevelopment #NextGeneration #localgovernment