Building Bridges Raising Champions

In the Tension: Leading When It’s Not Clear

There are seasons in life where everything looks like progress on the outside… but internally, it feels like tension.

Mar 28 • Bus Obayomi

February 2026

A Small Increase — But Your Concerns Are Not Small

This week, the Town of Gilbert approved a modest increase to solid waste and recycling rates — about 2%, or roughly fifty-five cents per month for the…

Feb 20 • Bus Obayomi

Starting Early. Finishing Strong

There are moments in life that quietly shape everything that follows.

Feb 11 • Bus Obayomi

The America I Still Believe In

I have always believed in American exceptionalism.

Feb 8 • Bus Obayomi

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January 2026

Not In Our State: Arizona Takes a Stand

I was honored to receive a proclamation from the Arizona State Senate declaring “Not In Our State” and officially recognizing January as Anti-Human…

Jan 24 • Bus Obayomi

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A Proclamation is Not the Finish Line: Standing Against Human Trafficking in Arizona

Yesterday, the City of Apache Junction took a meaningful stand.

Jan 21 • Bus Obayomi

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Cybersecurity is Not an IT issue- it’s a leadership imperative

Lessons from Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education on Why Cyber Risk Is a Governance Issue

Jan 16 • Bus Obayomi

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Walking Into a New Year With Gratitude

The start of a new year always invites reflection.

Jan 3 • Bus Obayomi

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December 2025

As We Enter January: A Call to Awareness and Prayer

As we approach January—Human Trafficking Awareness Month—I wanted to share a brief reflection.

Dec 22, 2025 • Bus Obayomi

Building Bridges in Action: Leadership, Community, and Purpose

Today’s Building Bridges Leadership Seminar was a reminder of why this work matters.

Dec 20, 2025 • Bus Obayomi

Building Bridges This Friday | Leadership That Connects Community and Innovation

This Friday, December 19, from 12:00–1:30 PM, I’m inviting you to our next Building Bridges Leadership Seminar, hosted at the Deloitte Gilbert office.

Dec 16, 2025 • Bus Obayomi

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Speak Softly. Carry a Big Stick. A Leadership Philosophy for Gilbert

As more neighbors and friends have subscribed here, I want to take a moment to share how I think about leadership, and what I aim to represent as I run…

Dec 14, 2025 • Bus Obayomi

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