Chad Banks
Urban Renewal Agency Manager
City of Rock Springs
Rock Springs, WY USA
“Just because things have 'always been that way' or 'we've tried that before' doesn't mean it can't be done or won't work the second, third or hundredth time.”
Milestones
My road in life took a while to figure out.
Part-time jobs in high school and college helped me hone my interests and direction.
College courses and extra-curricular activities that supported by direction.
First job—getting my feet wet and figuring out the "real world."
Education
High School
Rock Springs High School
Rock Springs High School
Career
Urban Renewal Agency Manager
I'm charged with the redevelopment of our historic Downtown area.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Business
Entrepreneurship
Upholding a Cause and Belief
Day to Day
My typical day is anything but typical. I work closely with small business owners on a daily basis to help boost their businesses. I also work with the City and other agencies. I could be working on various community promotions, writing grants, gathering and analyzing data or managing an event.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for college students
I suggest volunteering to get a good idea of your area of interest, what it entails, etc. Also do the research before making any big steps.
Recommended Education
My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Society in General:
"I'm honestly not sure I heard much negative about my career or educational choices. However, I do hear noise and discouragement sometimes in my career."
Challenges I Overcame
LGBT
