How It Works



Meet the Program Creator
Kurt Blomquist, MS, has served as the Public Works Director for the City of Keene, New Hampshire for the last 21 years. He spent 27 years in the US Air Force—8 on active duty and 19 in the Reserves. In the Air Force, he was a Civil Engineering Officer serving in various positions involving the maintenance, repair, and construction of facilities and infrastructure. He retired in 2012 as a Lieutenant Colonel. Kurt graduated from Norwich University with a BS in Civil Engineering, participating in the Corp of Cadets, and received his Master’s of Civil Engineering from Georgia Tech. He is a registered Professional Engineer in California and New Hampshire and is actively involved in professional associations at the state, regional, and national level.
The Curriculum
Topics Include:
- The latest software for managing and leading others
- A systematic, conceptual approach to decision making
- The importance of intentional personal and professional growth for leaders and managers
- The difficult and continual nature of learning good leadership
Who Should Register:
- Public Works Professionals, especially those seeking APWA Level 2 Public Works Management (PWM) credentialing
- Anyone who is interested in a career in public works, or who currently works in this sector, and wants to hone and enhance their existing skills in management and leadership.
Learning Format



What You’ll Need to Succeed



