This year marks a special milestone as Tripepi Smith and the California City Management Foundation (CCMF) celebrate two decades of collaborative partnership. Since 2004, Tripepi Smith has been instrumental in supporting CCMF’s mission to promote and encourage excellence in city management across California.
Ken Pulskamp, Executive Director of CCMF, expressed his appreciation for the long-standing partnership: “Our collaboration with Tripepi Smith has been invaluable. Their dedication to supporting local government and city managers in particular aligns perfectly with our mission, enhancing our ability to serve members year-round. We look forward to many more years of collaboration as we continue to support the next generation of city leaders.”
Over the past twenty years, Tripepi Smith has played an important role in various aspects of CCMF’s operations. The firm has been actively involved in managing and growing CCMF’s membership base, as well as maintaining and strengthening relationships with the Foundation’s corporate sponsors. Tripepi Smith has also overseen CCMF’s online presence, ensuring up-to-date and accessible information for members through effective website management.
Ryder Todd Smith, President and co-founder of Tripepi Smith reflected on the 20-year milestone saying, “CCMF champions the support of city managers helping them advance their careers and mentor the next generation. Tripepi Smith is proud to claim them as our first client. It’s been an honor to play a part in the Foundation’s success over two decades and to have met so many incredible leaders and public servants.”
One of the highlights of this partnership is Tripepi Smith’s involvement in event planning. For the second year in a row, Tripepi Smith orchestrated CCMF’s Annual Member Appreciation Dinner, a standout event at the League of California Cities City Managers Conference. The dinner, attended by over 300 supporters of city management, offered a prime opportunity for networking and celebrating exceptional leadership through awards.
In addition to communication support, Tripepi Smith has contributed to CCMF’s marketing efforts. The firm recently designed a comprehensive brochure showcasing CCMF’s extensive offerings. Senior Business Analyst Sara Madsen spearheaded the visuals for this project, incorporating CCMF’s signature colors and member testimonials to create an informative and visually appealing resource. This brochure serves as a dynamic tool, offering City Managers a deep understanding of the Foundation’s benefits and opportunities.
Tripepi Smith field a large team to support CCMF operations and events. The engagement is led by Tripepi Smith Principal Jennifer Vaughn, along with Business Analysts Charlie Mounts and Kayla Cao, and Junior Business Analyst Devin Antonio. The team ensures that CCMF’s message reaches its members effectively and consistently throughout the year.
About the California City Management Foundation
The California City Management Foundation’s mission is to promote and encourage excellence in city management in all of California’s 480+ incorporated cities and towns. CCMF’s extensive peer network offers guidance, support, and advice to city managers in all stages of their careers. Through an alliance with the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), the Foundation helps to establish ethical standards in the industry. CCMF also offers an array of members-only resources to help city managers develop their careers.
As Tripepi Smith and CCMF celebrate this 20-year milestone, both organizations look forward to continuing their impactful collaboration, supporting and empowering city managers across California for years to come.
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 clients include: City of American Canyon, City of Culver City, City of Cupertino, City of Daly City, City of Duarte, City of Grover Beach, City of Santa Paula, City of Indian Wells, City of La Cañada Flintridge, City of Lake Forest, City of Livermore, City of Napa, 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 Learning Center and Climatec.
