Oleksandr Syenkevych, the City Mayor of Mykolaiv, Ukraine Journey Through Conflict
In this episode of the Exec Exchange, host Dr. Piers Clark interviews Oleksandr Syenkevych, the City Mayor of Mykolaiv, Ukraine. They discuss Syenkevych's background, including his career transition from IT and entrepreneurship to public service. The conversation focuses on the challenges faced by Mykolaiv during the ongoing conflict, especially the destruction of the city's water supply infrastructure by Russian forces. Syenkevych explains the emergency measures taken to provide water, including drilling boreholes and using brackish river water. He reflects on the quick decision-making required during the crisis and offers advice based on his experiences. The episode highlights the resilience and ingenuity necessary to lead a city through adversity.
00:00 Introduction to the Exec Exchange 00:22 Meet Oleksandr Syenkevych: Background and Journey to Mayor 01:32 Challenges and Achievements as Mayor 02:16 The Impact of the Conflict on Mykolaiv 04:24 Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Before the Conflict 08:16 Crisis Management: Ensuring Water Supply During the Conflict 11:17 Future Plans and Reflections 13:46 Closing Remarks and Advice
