An engaged team isn’t just a bonus—it’s the foundation of every successful Parks and Recreation department.
In this management-focused webinar, hosted by Chris Nunes, CPRE, Chief Operating Officer at The Woodlands Township (TX) and featuring Kate Meacham, CPRE, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Allen (TX), you’ll explore how leaders can intentionally shape a workplace culture where employees feel valued, motivated, and connected to their organization’s mission.
Drawing on more than 20 years of experience across the U.S. and New Zealand, Kate will share practical strategies that help P&R leaders transform engagement from an abstract concept into a daily management practice.
You’ll walk away with:
✅ Clear strategies to engage staff at all levels—from seasonal employees to senior leadership
✅ Practical ways to communicate values through day-to-day management decisions
✅ A roadmap for building accountability and shared purpose within your department
Whether you lead a small team or oversee an entire agency, this session will help you strengthen your workplace culture and inspire lasting commitment among your staff.
Meet the Speakers
Chris Nunes
Chief Operating Officer - Woodlands Township, Texas
Chris manages a vast area including 151 parks, 14 pools, and extensive pathways with a $50+ million budget, improving facilities and programming without adding staff. He's enhanced business strategies, contributing to a 200% increase in programs.An experienced speaker, he's conducted 500+ sessions nationwide on various park and recreation topics and co-authored a section in a prominent industry textbook. A Certified Parks and Recreation Executive, he serves on the CAPRA and holds advanced degrees in Recreation and Sports Management, and a Doctorate in Parks and Recreation Administration.
Kate Meacham
CPRE, Director of Parks and Recreation, City of Allen, Texas
For the past 20 years, Kate has achieved success within the Parks and Recreation industry in the United States and New Zealand. Strategically minded with day-to-day operational knowledge, Kate has a specialization in facility development and management, cost-effective programming, strategic planning, policy and planning, project management, and community engagement. Kate holds an MS in Sports Management from West Virginia University and a bachelor's degree from San Jose State University in Recreation Management.