09/11/2026
Twenty-five years later, the lessons of September 11 continue to shape how public servants prepare, lead and serve their communities.
Ron Carlee, Clinical Assistant Professor in the ODU School of Public Service and former Arlington County Manager, joined the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) for a special podcast reflecting on the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
Drawing on his firsthand experience in Arlington’s response to the attack on the Pentagon, Carlee reflects on crisis leadership, public service and the lessons that remain relevant for today’s and tomorrow’s public service leaders.
As we remember those who lost their lives and honor those who responded, we also recognize the enduring responsibility of public servants to lead with courage, preparation and compassion.
Listen to the conversation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s58LGrJ8Xt4
