Tune in to Dr. Alan Shark’s interviews with technology leaders from cities and counties across the nation. This series focuses on various aspects of technology leadership, including emergency response, the evolving role of AI, digital service delivery, citizen communication, emerging technologies, and future requirements for professional development.
Season 6: Episode 11: Applied Innovation Where it's most needed
Season 6: Episode 11: Applied Innovation Where it's most needed
A conversation with Peter Clary, Deputy Director of Technology Services, Texas Association of Counties (TAC) and its County Information Resources Agency (CIRA)|
Peter is considered a technologist, AI Enthusiast, and tech leader. He is also an innovative, strategic business leader with 25+ years of experience and a proven track record of building relationships with staff and customers to drive commercial growth. In this episode, Alan Shark, along with co-host Mary Frances Coryell, discusses current trends at the local government level as Peter enjoys a "bird's-eye view” and stays plugged in to assist his constituents.
31 Aug 2026
Season 6: Episode 10: Community-Facing Technologies in Local Government: The Role of Chatbots
Season 6: Episode 10: Community-Facing Technologies in Local Government: The Role of Chatbots
A conversation with Mary Frances Coryell, Chief Revenue Officer, Citibot, Charleston, South Carolina
This is part of a new series highlighting the chapters and authors of the new book, CIO Leadership for Cities & Counties – Emerging Trends and Practices, Third Edition. Mary Frances discusses how chatbots are evolving and becoming even more useful in both internal and citizen-facing applications. Mary Frances often co-hosts Sharkbytes.Net, but here we learn more about her background and insights as the interviewee.
3 Aug 2026
Season 6: Episode 9: The New Reality: When Technology Leadership Becomes Change Management
Season 6: Episode 9: The New Reality: When Technology Leadership Becomes Change Management
A conversation with Rolland Kornblau, Director of Technology, City of San Bernardino
With over 27 years of experience in education and local government, Rolland Kornblau shares his motivation for contributing a chapter in PTI’s new book, CIO Leadership for Cities and Counties – Emerging Trends and Practices, Revised Third Edition. You will learn what led to change management becoming one of the key areas of leadership for the modern CIO.
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