Community Connectors Episode #4 - Matt Hancock on Parks, People, and Leading with Listening
In this episode of Community Connectors, host John Kerber speaks with Matt Hancock, Parks and Recreation Director for Tulsa County, Oklahoma. With nearly 20 years of experience at the YMCA and now in county parks, Matt shares how listening, belonging, and service guide thriving community spaces. Listening First For Matt, leadership starts with being present. Community members may not always say exactly what they need, but showing up, listening, and responding creates trust. He emphasizes that…
