Randy Howard, the general manager of the Northern California Power Agency shares his journey from an electrical engineering background and Air Force experience to leading roles at the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power and NCPA. He discusses the evolution of his leadership style, focusing on service and adapting to industry changes. Randy reflects on his career transition to NCPA, his personal interests, and offers awesome advice to young professionals.
Randy Howard, the general manager of the Northern California Power Agency shares his journey from an electrical engineering background and Air Force experience to leading roles at the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power and NCPA. He discusses the evolution of his leadership style, focusing on service and adapting to industry changes. Randy reflects on his career transition to NCPA, his personal interests, and offers awesome advice to young professionals.
Randy's Journey to Becoming CEO (00:01:12)
Randy discusses his educational background, military experience, and early career at LA DWP.
Diverse Roles at LA DWP (00:04:11)
Randy explains the various roles he held at LA DWP, including new product development and rates and contracts.
Leadership Development at LA DWP (00:06:41)
Randy reflects on the leadership development opportunities and the diverse roles he had at LA DWP.
Adapting Leadership Style (00:13:06)
Randy talks about the shift in his leadership approach from a technical focus to considering people and broader aspects.
Understanding Responsibility (00:16:51)
Randy discusses the multifaceted responsibilities of a utility CEO and the impact on customers and communities.
Transition to CEO Role (00:26:10)
Randy reflects on the transition from leading divisions at LA DWP to becoming the CEO at NCPA.
The leadership roles and responsibilities (00:27:20)
Randy discusses the differences in leadership roles and responsibilities between his previous and current positions.
Comfort and challenges in leadership (00:28:32)
Randy reflects on feeling comfortable in leadership roles and the challenges he faced in his previous position.
Maintaining stability in leadership (00:32:22)
Randy talks about his leadership philosophy centered around maintaining stability and being a stable force in times of crisis.
Developing leadership skills (00:34:14)
Randy discusses the skills needed for successful leadership development and growth.
Learning and staying informed (00:40:35)
Randy shares his methods for staying informed about new issues, including reading and attending conferences.
Approaching challenges and tough decisions (00:43:06)
Randy explains his process for approaching challenges and making tough decisions, drawing from his engineering background.
Personal life and interests (00:45:14)
Randy shares his hobbies and interests outside of work, including yard work and gardening.
Advice and lessons learned (00:48:58)
Randy reflects on advice received and lessons learned throughout his career, emphasizing the importance of patience and building a strong foundation.
Career advice for young professionals (00:51:44)
Randy gives advice to young professionals starting their careers, emphasizing the importance of taking advantage of opportunities and maintaining honest relationships with employers.
Randy Howard's Journey (00:00:00)
Randy Howard shares his journey to becoming a CEO and the challenges he faced.
Lessons Learned (00:20:35)
Discussion on the experiences and lessons Randy Howard learned throughout his career.
Thank You and Contact Information (00:54:20)
Barry Molan thanks Randy Howard and provides contact information for future guests.