Leigh previously served as Pittsburgh Mayor’s Deputy Chief of Staff for Economic Development, where she managed the Mayor’s philanthropic portfolio.

James runs FUSE, a national nonprofit helping urban communicates thrive. FUSE partners with local governments to identify strategic challenges and recruits top executives to serve as civic innovation fellows.

Interested in meeting Mayors of cities with populations 300,000+ and their staff, civic innovators and those serving in public service.

This mentor session requires an RSVP. Limited walk up spots are sometimes available on a first-come, first-serve basis, beginning 30 minutes before the session.

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