A podcast by APWA San Diego & Imperial Counties featuring conversations with the people shaping public works across our region.
ABOUT INSIDE INFRASTUCTURE
Inside Infrastructure brings you behind the scenes of the projects, people and policies shaping public works across San Diego and Imperial Counties. Hosted by James Nagelvoort and Benjamin Valdez, the series highlights major infrastructure initiatives, community investments and the teams working every day to keep our region safe, resilient and moving forward. Whether you work in public works, follow regional policy or simply want to understand how your city operates, Inside Infrastructure offers meaningful conversations and insights from the people delivering essential services.
FEATURED EPISODE
Episode 1 • Mayor Todd Gloria
City of San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria joins hosts James Nagelvoort and Benjamin Valdez to discuss the future of the region’s roads, parks, water reliability, climate resilience and the public works workforce that keeps our communities moving. This premiere episode offers a candid look at the priorities shaping San Diego’s infrastructure today and what’s ahead.
MEET THE HOSTS
James Nagelvoort, PE, MBA
Senior Vice President and Senior Technical Director, WSP
James Nagelvoort, PE, MBA brings more than 30 years of experience leading major public works and capital improvement programs across San Diego. As a former City Engineer and department director, he oversaw some of the region’s most complex infrastructure initiatives in transportation, water, wastewater, stormwater and public facilities. James is known for his technical expertise, strategic leadership and his ability to guide multi-disciplinary teams on high-profile regional projects. He brings this perspective to every conversation on Inside Infrastructure.
Benjamin Valdez
Director of Business Development and Marketing at CPM Partners
Benjamin “Ben” Valdez is a public-works professional with experience supporting public agencies on transportation, water, rail and other major infrastructure projects. A past Chair of the APWA Young Professionals Committee, he is known for strengthening engagement, mentorship and industry collaboration. Ben brings a community-focused perspective to Inside Infrastructure and a passion for supporting the next generation of public-works leaders.
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Inside Infrastructure highlights the projects and people shaping our region, and we welcome your input. If you have a topic, question or guest suggestion, we’d love to hear from you.