11/04/2025
AT THE HEART OF SERVICE: COMMISSIONER AUDREY FESIK
A conversation that looks past the title and into the purpose. In our sit-down with Commissioner Audrey Fesik, we explore leadership rooted in presence, empathy, and community connection. The story behind the role, coming soon.
Understanding Leadership Beyond the Title: Our Conversation with Commissioner Audrey Fesik
There’s something powerful about sitting down face-to-face with the people leading our communities. It’s a chance to move past the headlines, the positions, and the political roles, and instead understand the human being behind the decisions that shape our neighborhoods. That’s exactly what we set out to do in our conversation with Commissioner Audrey Fesik.
Our time together wasn’t about speeches or rehearsed talking points. It was grounded in the lived experiences and motivations that drive her work. We talked about the responsibility of leadership, the importance of listening before acting, and how empathy plays a central role in building trust with the people a leader serves.
What stood out was the commitment to showing up. Not just in public meetings, but in community spaces, small businesses, cultural events, and everyday conversations with residents who need to feel seen and heard. Leadership, as we discussed, is only meaningful when it connects to the real lives of the people affected.
Conversations like this remind us of why we do what we do. They allow us to highlight the voices and perspectives that often get reduced to roles or headlines. Our mission is to show the person, the story, and the purpose behind the position.
This interview is part of our continuing effort to document the individuals shaping our cities and influencing the direction of our communities. It’s an ongoing dialogue about identity, growth, accountability, and the shared responsibility to make our home better.
The full interview is coming soon. Stay connected.
