TS newsletter – October 2026
News from #TeamTS.
Julia Gale promoted to business analyst
Tripepi Smith is pleased to announce the promotion of Julia Gale to business analyst.
City of Indian Wells awarded with ICMA Strategic Leadership and Governance Award
Tripepi Smith celebrates the City of Indian Wells for receiving the Strategic Leadership and Governance Award at the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) 2026 Local Government Excellence Awards, earned for redefining its governance model through an innovative, resident-centered annual strategic planning framework.
Erica Chandler promoted to business analyst
Tripepi Smith is pleased to announce the promotion of Erica Chandler to business analyst.
Team TS to attend the 2026 MMASC Annual Conference
Tripepi Smith is heading to San Diego for the Municipal Management Association of Southern California (MMASC) Annual Conference, taking place Oct. 28–30 at the Rancho Bernardo Inn.
TS newsletter –September 2026
News from #TeamTS.
TS Talent Solutions partners with the City of Santa Paula to hire Associate Engineer Javad Saebi
Javad Saebi has joined the City of Santa Paula as its new Associate Engineer following a recruitment partnership led by Tripepi Smith Talent Solutions (TSTS).
Tripepi Smith captures the energy and impact of CalCCA’s 10-year anniversary conference
Tripepi Smith supported the California Community Choice Association (CalCCA) at its 2026 Annual Conference and 10-Year Anniversary Celebration, held May 12–14 in Sacramento.
Katherine Griffiths to attend the 2026 CALPELRA Annual Conference
Tripepi Smith Principal Katherine Griffiths, APR, will serve in a dual role at the upcoming California Public Employers Labor Relations Association (CALPELRA) Annual Conference, taking place Nov. 17–20 in Monterey.
Tripepi Smith to attend the California JPIA Risk Management Educational Forum
Team Tripepi Smith is headed to Monterey for the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority’s (California JPIA) 31st Annual Risk Management Educational Forum, October 7–9.
City of Indian Wells Awarded with CCCA John S. Todd Award
Tripepi Smith is proud to celebrate the City of Indian Wells for receiving the California Contract Cities Association's prestigious John S. Todd Award at the 2026 Annual Municipal Seminar.
Tripepi Smith creates custom logo animation for Jurupa Community Services District
Tripepi Smith partnered with Jurupa Community Services District (JCSD) to develop a high-quality logo animation that reflects the District’s identity and services.
Tripepi Smith to attend ICMA Annual Conference
Tripepi Smith is heading to Long Beach for the International City/County Management Association’s (ICMA) Annual Conference, taking place October 17–21.
Bella White joins Team TS as executive assistant
Tripepi Smith is pleased to welcome Bella White to the team as executive assistant to President Ryder Todd Smith and Chief Financial Officer Nicole Smith.
Tripepi Smith heads to Yosemite for the 2026 MMANC Annual Conference
Principal Jennifer Nentwig, APR+M, Senior Business Analysts Kalee Cummings and Melanie Moore and Business Analyst Amy Gallagher are headed to this year’s Municipal Management Association of Northern California (MMANC) Annual Conference in Yosemite from September 27–30.
Director Alexis Gillam assumes leadership of TS Talent Solutions
Tripepi Smith has announced that Director Alexis Gillam will take over leadership of Tripepi Smith Talent Solutions (TSTS), the firm’s recruitment and organizational development division.
City of Newark selects Alicia Day as new recreation and community services director following TS Talent Solutions executive search
The City of Newark has named Alicia Day as its new Recreation and Community Services Director following an extensive recruitment search conducted by Tripepi Smith Talent Solutions (TSTS).
Tripepi Smith celebrates Director Christine Martin upon retirement
Tripepi Smith is offering a heartfelt thank you and warm send-off to Director Christine Martin, who has announced her retirement from the firm.
