A Legacy of Recreation: Leading the Way with Tim Herd

In this episode of Beyond the Park Bench, we sit down with Tim Herd, CEO of the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society, to discuss his journey in parks and recreation leadership. Tim shares how his early career experiences shaped his leadership style, how he navigated adversity, and all the lessons he’s learned along the way.

We also explore how the field of parks and recreation is essential, especially in a post-COVID world, and why relationship-building is at the heart of strong leadership and a critical part of the field. Tim’s insights offer inspiration for professionals at every stage of their careers.

💡 Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✅ How Tim’s leadership was shaped through challenges and adversity