Expert session of the Mayors’ Club on the topic “IRPIN – Reconstruction Experience”

On October 12, members of the Mayors’ Club had the opportunity to participate in an Expert Session with two expert speakers – Steve Ellis and Bruce Talley.

During the session, the speakers highlighted approaches to combating corruption through trust and empathy. The strategy focuses on finding reliable allies and remaining realistic, while also having evidence and being patient.

The experts emphasized the importance of urgency in creating lasting change.

Expanding Influence: Strategies for Reaching Domestic and International Audiences.

The speaker suggests engaging both domestic and international audiences, including ministries, mayoral groups, and news media outlets.

In conclusion, it is important for mayors to maintain regular and reliable communication with their constituents and other organizations.

An example was presented of a Middle Eastern government that faced international criticism for decades-long human rights issues, highlighting the importance of persistence and patience in maintaining a positive image.

Country’s Response to Human Rights Violations: Acknowledgment, Apology, and Progress

The country came under intense international scrutiny due to human rights violations. The strategy involved acknowledging past abuses, issuing apologies, and demonstrating progress through new reforms.

The country implemented reforms in various areas, including human rights, which led to positive media coverage and a shift in international perception.

Destination Ukraine: Providing Destination Management Services and Expanding Opportunities

The speaker founded Destination Ukraine to offer destination management services within the country. He has a background in municipal finance and investment banking in the United States. The company has already begun providing services to American and Western companies seeking to expand their operations in Ukraine.

The expert session concluded with a traditional open dialogue, during which participants had the opportunity to ask the speakers questions to deepen the discussion or clarify specific details about their communities.

Please note that participation in the event, as well as full access to expert session materials and video recordings, is available exclusively to members of the Mayors’ Club – city and community leaders, as well as their teams.

If you are a city or community head, but not yet a member of the Mayors’ Club, please follow the link and register.