Author, Consultant and Former Mayor of Augusta, Georgia
EPISODE #50
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People want leaders who are transparent, they want leaders who serve the greater good and they want leaders who simply “do the right thing” and for a leader to “do the right thing” in the eyes of those they serve it entails truly learning to trust your instincts while at the same time leading from your heart.
This episode is about the transformative power of true ethical leadership and the lasting impact leaders who lead from the heart can have on the organizations they serve.
My guest is Deke Copenhaver.
He is an author, consultant and former mayor of Augusta, Georgia.
Born in Montreal, Deke Copenhaver moved to Augusta, Georgia at the age of four. He currently serves as Principal of Copenhaver Consulting with clients in the business, economic development, and nonprofit sectors.
From 2005 through 2014 he was elected three times to serve as mayor of Augusta. Following his time in office, he hosted “There it is…with Deke Copenhaver” a popular local call-in radio show.
Deke has been recognized by Georgia Trend Magazine as one of the “100 Most Influential Georgians” on multiple occasions.
To read Deke’s full biography, please visit fitforjoy.org/podcast
Born in Montreal, Deke Copenhaver moved to Augusta, Georgia at the age of four. He currently serves as Principal of Copenhaver Consulting LLC with clients in the business, economic development, and nonprofit sectors.
From 2005 through 2014 he was elected three times to serve as mayor of Augusta. Following his time in office, he hosted “There it is…with Deke Copenhaver” a popular local call-in radio show.
Deke currently contributes a monthly column on leadership published by the Georgia Municipal Association.
Recognized by Georgia Trend Magazine as one of the “100 Most Influential Georgians” on multiple occasions, Deke has a passion for economic development, community redevelopment, neighborhood revitalization, sports, and the arts. An avid athlete, he has completed five Ironman 70.3’s in his hometown.
In 2018 Deke was recognized by the readers of the Metro Spirit as Augusta’s “Best Politician”. He and his lovely wife Malisa reside in Augusta.
