On the Pulse of Innovation, Inclusion and Next Practices — Episode 120

I am so excited for today’s episode for a few reasons: 1.) We’re
officially a week away from the 2022 NRPA Annual Conference. And
2.) I’m joined today by someone who has been a big part of NRPA
and this podcast, and is not only one of my favorite guests, he’s
also someone I’m proud to call a friend.


Neelay Bhatt is an expert when it comes to innovation, inclusion,
and helping park and recreation agencies stay on top of trends in
the field. Neelay recently launched his new endeavor, Next
Practice Partners, along with a stellar team of individuals
committed to addressing the inclusion and innovation gap. Next
Practice Partners will be helping agencies prepare for what’s
next through planning, training, and technology services, and
there’s no one better to be leading this mission than Neelay.


He'll also be emceeing our Best of the Best ceremony, which is
taking place on Wednesday evening at the conference and is one of
the best events of the year celebrating park and recreation
professionals.


Tune in to our full conversation below to learn:


How Neelay began in the field and how he’s been able to build
such strong relationships with park and recreation professionals
and agencies

The importance of being on the pulse of upcoming trends in
parks and recreation (and what next practices to be aware
of)

How Next Practice Partners will help park and recreation
professionals and agencies

How to avoid the “we’ve always done it this way” mindset

How we can always find common ground with someone different
than us, and much more!



Related Links:


Next Practice Partners, LLC

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Connect with Neelay on LinkedIn

Email Neelay