Leadership, Growth, and the Roads That Connect North Carolina
About this episode
Jonathan Breeden interviews Joey Hopkins about his 35-year career in transportation and the future of Johnston County's roads.
What does a 35-year career at the North Carolina Department of Transportation look like when you start as a college intern and finish as Secretary? In this episode of The Best of Johnston County Podcast , Jonathan Breeden sits down with recently retired transportation leader Joey Hopkins to talk about his journey from a small town in Rockingham County to leading one of the largest transportation systems in the country. Along the way, they discuss the future of Johnston County’s roads, the challenges of rebuilding Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene, and why the people of Johnston County make the community feel like home.
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