40. #PodcastRow at #MACO2022 with Mayor Rick Meehan

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In episode 40 of The Lobby, Damian comes to you from the biggest lobby in Maryland, the MACo Summer Conference in beautiful Ocean City. This is part 7 of a multi-part series with leaders from around Maryland at the biggest gathering of elected officials and insiders in the state.

For part 7, Damian is joined by Rick Meehan, Mayor of Ocean City, for a discussion about Maryland’s getaway to the east, COVID-19’s impact on tourism, and how OCMD is leading the way in public safety.

Come back tomorrow for part 8 with Democratic nominee Mark Edelson!

We hope to see you soon in The Lobby.

39. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Dan Reed

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39. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Dan Reed

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In episode 39 of The Lobby, Damian comes to you live from the biggest lobby in Maryland, the MACo Summer Conference in beautiful Ocean City. This is part 6 of a multi-part series with leaders from around Maryland at the biggest gathering of elected officials and insiders in the state.

For part 6, Damian is joined by Dan Reed, Regional Policy Director for Greater Greater Washington for a discussion about his new role at GGWash, zoning reform advocacy, and missing middle housing in Montgomery County.

Come back tomorrow for part 7 with Mayor Rick Meehan!

We hope to see you soon in The Lobby.

38. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Senator Frank Kelly Jr.

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38. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Senator Frank Kelly Jr.

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In episode 38 of The Lobby, Damian comes to you from the biggest lobby in Maryland, the MACo Summer Conference in beautiful Ocean City. This is part 5 of a multi-part series with leaders from around Maryland at the biggest gathering of elected officials and insiders in the state.

For part 5, Damian joins the legendary Senator Frank Kelly on a very special day to discuss his philosophy of surrendering to win. Join us for a retelling of how Senator Kelly met his wife, battled alcoholism, and made his mark on the Maryland medical system. Then, stick around for a look at his family’s next generation, and their passion for lacrosse.

Come back tomorrow for part 6 with Dan Reed, Regional Policy Director of Greater Greater Washington.

We hope to see you soon in The Lobby.

37. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Carver Chiu

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37. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Carver Chiu

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In episode 37 of The Lobby, Damian comes to you live from the biggest lobby in Maryland, the MACo Summer Conference in beautiful Ocean City. This is part 3 of a multi-part series with leaders from around Maryland at the biggest gathering of elected officials and insiders in the state.

For part 4, Damian is joined by Carver Chiu of Crown Castle, the nation’s largest provider of communications infrastructure. Carver gives Damian a lesson on what the future of connectivity could look like, including the power of 5G where “we’re just at the tip of the iceberg.” Then, stick around while they discuss issues like the digital divide and how local governments can efficiently translate major grant program dollars into improved connectivity for our communities.

Come back Monday for part 4 for more amazing guests!

We hope to see you soon in The Lobby.

36. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Marc Elrich

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36. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Marc Elrich

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In episode 36 of The Lobby, Damian comes to you live from the biggest lobby in Maryland, the MACo Summer Conference in beautiful Ocean City. This is part 3 of a multi-part series with leaders from around Maryland at the biggest gathering of elected officials and insiders in the state.

For part 3, Damian is joined by the unsinkable Marc Elrich, fresh off his now-certified win in Montgomery County. Damian and the County Executive discuss his recent race for the Democratic nomination for Montgomery County Executive, his career in service of the people of MoCo, and his view on the issues facing the county.

Come back tomorrow for part 4!

We hope to see you soon in The Lobby.

35. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Ed Lovern

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35. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Ed Lovern

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In episode 35 of The Lobby, Damian comes to you live from the biggest lobby in Maryland, the MACo Summer Conference in beautiful Ocean City. This is part 2 of a multi-part series with leaders from around Maryland at the biggest gathering of elected officials and insiders in the state.

For part 2, Damian is talking workforce with Ed Lovern, CEO of Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore. Ed gives Damian the inside look at healthcare workforce issues in the state, his role with the Maryland Hospital Association, and what makes Maryland medicine so special. Later, stick around while Damina tells Ed about his own mother and her experience with Saint Agnes as a nurse.

Come back tomorrow for part 3!

We hope to see you soon in The Lobby.

34. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Melanie Miller

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34. #PodcastRow at MACO2022 with Melanie Miller

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In episode 34 of The Lobby, Damian comes to you live from the biggest lobby in Maryland, the MACo Summer Conference in beautiful Ocean City. This is part 1 of a multi-part series with leaders from around Maryland at the biggest gathering of elected officials and insiders in the state.

For part 1, Damian is joined by someone most familiar with MACo and Maryland leaders, Melanie Miller of Miller Partnership Consultants. Melanie takes a break from getting every legislator and candidate in Maryland on a SolarCycle to take us through the litany of leaders found in Ocean City, and give us a taste of what it takes to represent your family and clients. Later, stick around for a look at the three-day event’s best eats and receptions.

Come back tomorrow for part 2!

33. The Sugarloaf Shuffle with Rick Weldon, Danielle Adams, and Hugh Gordon

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33. The Sugarloaf Shuffle with Rick Weldon, Danielle Adams, and Hugh Gordon

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In episode 33 of The Lobby, Damian talks all things Frederick County with the people who know it best. We are joined by Rick Weldon of the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce, Hugh Gordon of the Frederick County Association of Realtors, and Danielle Adams of the Frederick County Building Industry Association for a discussion on the Livable Frederick Coalition, the unintended consequences of the Livable Frederick Master Plan, and the impact the plan may have on the I-270 corridor. Stick around for a glimmer of hope for the future of a livable Frederick County.

We hope to see you soon in The Lobby.

32. A Garden for Growing People with Bart Harvey

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32. A Garden for Growing People with Bart Harvey

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In episode 32 of The Lobby, Damian returns to his roots and narrows in on what makes Columbia, James Rouse’s great experiment, the great success it is, and the unique principles that have guided its growth. We’re joined by Frederick Bart Harvey for a discussion on Rousian values, growing communities, and the next big thing. Stick around for a behind-the-scenes look at the founding of Columbia.

We hope to see you soon in The Lobby.

31. Out in the County with Michael Sanderson

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31. Out in the County with Michael Sanderson

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In episode 31 of The Lobby, in celebration of Conduit Street Podcast’s recent achievement in reaching 1000 followers, Damian jumps all the way in on county politics. Guest Michael Sanderson of the Maryland Association of Counties and the Conduit Street Podcast joins us to share his insight into Maryland government structure, where the power rests in the state, and the reason we care what the county thinks. Later, he’ll top off our Center Maryland 2022 Legislative Session Winners with one of his own that listeners may be less than aware of.

This year’s MACo Conference is going to be a big one! We hope to see you there, and here in the Lobby.