Hidden Career Paths That Keep a City Running (with Jennifer Kleen) | Ep. 109

E109 - Hidden Career Paths That Keep a City Running (with Jennifer Kleen) | Ep. 109

Published: August 26, 2026

Duration: 17:04

Summary

In this conversation, Hugh Plappert interviews Jennifer Kleen, the public information officer of Minot, North Dakota. They discuss the journey into local government, the role of a public information officer, challenges in community engagement, navigating regulations, building relationships with the community, and exploring career opportunities in local government. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of city branding and creating an emotional connection with the community.

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