Nick Kittle is the CEO of Sustainovation, a dynamic thought leader in local government innovation, and the co-founder of Beyond The Smoke. He has worked with over 100 communities across the country and has spoken in front of 4,500 people. With 15 years of experience in local government and nearly 23 years of working with local governments, he has helped nearly 100 cities drive innovative governmental initiatives, including collaborations with organizations such as NASA, ICMA, and GFOA. As the author of "Sustainovation," Nick has received three national awards for innovation and is a sought-after keynote speaker.