#41 What Can Government Learn from Business? A Conversation with Bill Carlson
Sun Dec 21 2025
In this episode, Nicole Alicea sits down with Tampa City Councilmember and Tucker Hall president Bill Carlson to explore the lessons government can draw from the business world. They discuss the importance of mentorship, the differences in financial management between the two sectors, the adversarial nature of politics, and the significance of relationships in governance. Carlson emphasizes the need for efficient government spending, the challenges of serving diverse communities, and the impact of rapid urban development on affordable housing. The discussion also highlights the role of entrepreneurship in empowering communities and the importance of the arts in economic development. Carlson shares insights from his transition from business to government and reflects on the future of artists in a changing economy.
Keywords: Bill Carlson, government, business, entrepreneurship, Tampa, public service, community, economic development, affordable housing, mentorship
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In this episode, Nicole Alicea sits down with Tampa City Councilmember and Tucker Hall president Bill Carlson to explore the lessons government can draw from the business world. They discuss the importance of mentorship, the differences in financial management between the two sectors, the adversarial nature of politics, and the significance of relationships in governance. Carlson emphasizes the need for efficient government spending, the challenges of serving diverse communities, and the impact of rapid urban development on affordable housing. The discussion also highlights the role of entrepreneurship in empowering communities and the importance of the arts in economic development. Carlson shares insights from his transition from business to government and reflects on the future of artists in a changing economy. Keywords: Bill Carlson, government, business, entrepreneurship, Tampa, public service, community, economic development, affordable housing, mentorship