Last year,he invited the entire crew of American Horror Stories to film on Main Street, an unconventional move that drew attention from curious crowds and filled the locals with pride. It even inspired local youth to explore careers in media and the film industry. “We now see kids working in the film industry because of that one project,” said Guindi.“That’s what leadership is all about, opening doors of opportunity people didn’t even know existed.” LEADING WITH A COACH’S MINDSET Guindi doesn’t view himself as a traditional politician. He sees himself as a coach, someone who puts the right team first and then guides them to execute and successfully implement winning strategies. “I had a resident once ask me why I was complimenting his Wizards sweatshirt,” Guindi recalled. “I told him it reminded me of Phil Jackson, a coach who won 11 championships by building theright team. That’s what I’m doing here.” He doesn’t shy away from confrontation or criticism, as he said, “People call to complain and I show up at their door, that’s how serious I am about this job.” EYES ON THE FUTURE When he was questioned about his top priorities for Mayor Peter Guindi 282 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 07
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