Jun 16, 2026 · 35 min · 9 segments
What happens when a leader holds someone accountable without diminishing them? In Part 2 of this conversation, Wayne Handley shares a formative experience from early in his law enforcement career…
Wayne HanleyGuest
Matt LehrmanHost
From Social Prosperity Partners, this is Community Catalysts, conversations with local leaders reflecting on the hard-earned lessons of public leadership.
It's a story that I share because this was a perfect example of failing, but not allowing me to be a failure.
Last week, we began a conversation with Wayne Hanley, interim city manager of Buena Vista, Virginia, and the city's former chief of police.
A Marine veteran, licensed counselor, and longtime public servant, Wayne reflected on leadership, responsibility, and the importance of modeling the behavior that we hope to inspire in others.
Today, we continue that conversation, including a powerful story about mentorship, accountability, and the kind of leadership that leaves a lasting mark on the people around us.
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From Social Prosperity Partners, this is Community Catalysts, conversations with local leaders reflecting on the hard-earned lessons of public leadership.
It's a story that I share because this was a perfect example of failing, but not allowing me to be a failure.
Last week, we began a conversation with Wayne Hanley, interim city manager of Buena Vista, Virginia, and the city's former chief of police.
A Marine veteran, licensed counselor, and longtime public servant, Wayne reflected on leadership, responsibility, and the importance of modeling the behavior that we hope to inspire in others.
Today, we continue that conversation, including a powerful story about mentorship, accountability, and the kind of leadership that leaves a lasting mark on the people around us.