President Kirk Montgomery talks COVID data, Bucee's, and the future of SEANC

In this episode, Executive Director Ardis Watkins and Communications Director Jonathan Owens sit down with SEANC President Kirk Montgomery to discuss his career in Information Technology and his vision for the future of the organization.

Kirk details his career at UNC-Chapel Hill, the State Lab, and his current role as IT Director for the city of Mebane. He gives insight into how public IT infrastructure revolutionizes government operations, from his experiences working for the State Lab at the outbreak of COVID-19 to keeping his community members informed and engaged in the debate over a new Bucee's coming to town. Learn about the journey and dedication of SEANC's current president, his vision for engaging more young people in public service, and the crucial role of SEANC in enhancing the welfare of state employees.

We also discuss early voting for the March 5 primary, the ongoing weight-loss drug debate, and the Super Bowl.