Tripepi Smith is proud to announce that former City Manager Mark Pulone has joined the firm as a director, bringing more than 35 years of distinguished public-sector leadership experience to the team.
Pulone retired in September 2025 after 12 years as city manager of Yorba Linda. His municipal career also includes service as city manager for Aliso Viejo and assistant city manager for Lake Forest.
“Mark embodies the professionalism, integrity and public-service commitment that Tripepi Smith values deeply,” said President Ryder Todd Smith. “His understanding of how cities operate — combined with his calm, consensus-building approach — will strengthen our ability to serve local governments throughout California.”
During his time in Yorba Linda, Pulone guided the city through a period of sustained economic stability and civic growth. He championed long-term planning, transparent budgeting and community-focused investments that enhanced local infrastructure and quality of life. Colleagues and councilmembers alike have praised his collaborative leadership and dedication to public trust.
“Tripepi Smith has a well-earned reputation for helping cities communicate effectively and plan strategically,” Pulone said. “I’ve worked alongside the firm and have tremendous respect for its people and mission. I’m excited to join a team that shares my passion for strengthening local government.”
At Tripepi Smith, Pulone will advise on city management strategy, organizational assessments and executive-level communications, drawing on his firsthand experience navigating the challenges and opportunities of municipal leadership. He joins a diverse roster of former city executives and communications professionals who collectively advance the firm’s commitment to supporting public agencies through innovation, insight, and integrity.
Pulone holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from California State University, Long Beach.
About Tripepi Smith
Tripepi Smith is a California-based marketing, technology and public affairs firm that serves for-profit, nonprofit and public agencies. Its unique mix of marketing and technology prowess provides a competitive advantage to agencies seeking to leverage the internet to achieve their communication goals. The firm provides full content creation services, including: ghost writing, collateral development, photography, video production, aerial imagery, search engine optimization, email marketing campaigns and website design and execution. Tripepi Smith’s diverse clients include: City of American Canyon, City of Calabasas, City of Culver City, City of Cupertino, City of Daly City, City of Grover Beach, City of Indian Wells, City of La Cañada Flintridge, City of Lake Forest, City of Livermore, City of Malibu, City of Napa, City of Palmdale, City of Paramount, City of Tracy, CalChoice Energy Authority, California Joint Powers Insurance Authority, Santa Clara County Fire Department, Costa Mesa Sanitary District, Rowland Water District, California City Management Foundation, Renne Public Law Group, West Coast Arborists, Scripps College, Blind Children’s Center and Climatec.
