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Our Team

Our Teamtstsmax2026-09-28T14:32:20-07:00
  • Alexis Gillam
    Alexis Gillam
    Executive Recruiter
  • Kylie Benzing
    Kylie Benzing
    Senior Recruitment Coordinator
  • Morgan Teruel
    Morgan Teruel
    Recruitment Coordinator
  • Julia Gale
    Julia Gale
    Recruitment Coordinator
  • Sofia Gonzalez
    Sofia Gonzalez
    Assistant Recruitment Coordinator
  • Ryder Todd Smith
    Ryder Todd Smith
    Founder and CEO
  • Michael Egan
    Michael Egan
    Director
  • Mark Pulone
    Mark Pulone
    Director
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Alexis Gillam
Executive Recruiter

Alexis Gillam is an experienced local government leader with over 12 years of experience in City Management, public engagement and strategic communications. She has led major efforts in economic development, placemaking, legislative advocacy and emergency response. While serving in Malibu, she directed crisis communications and supported recovery and rebuild efforts during the Broad, Franklin and Palisades Fires. She also led a multi-agency strategy to improve safety along Pacific Coast Highway including public educations, special legislation and infrastructure. She guided the Malibu Community Lands Project, a citywide engagement initiative to determine future uses for over 60 acres of public land. In Imperial, she oversaw cross-departmental operations, led capital projects and secured state and federal funding to support community priorities. Alexis was recently recognized by Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL) as one of the Top 100 Local Government Influencers in the United States.

She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Devry University while working full-time and building a career in city management. After more than a decade on the city management track, Alexis made the intentional decision to shift her career to prioritize starting a family while continuing to serve the public good. Her role with Tripepi Smith allows her to stay rooted in the work she believes in, supporting local governments, while creating space for a more balanced life. She is grateful that her passion for services allows her to live out her values, leading with purpose, guided by faith and creating opportunities for others to thrive.

Her clients include City of Ojai, City of Rancho Palos Verdes, City of Rolling Hills, City of La Cañada Flintridge, City of Camarillo, Town of Yucca Valley and City of San Bernardino.

Contact Alexis via email

Kylie Benzing
Senior Recruitment Coordinator

Kylie Benzing brings a diverse skill set to the team from her experience in several industries, such as litigation services, academic administration and music marketing. She graduated from Biola University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in business management. She has a strong background in social media strategy, website development, writing and scheduling and high-volume operations due to her experiences as an Administrative Assistant at Biola University, Marketing Intern at Transparent Productions, Social Media Marketing Manager at TSE Worldwide Press and Operations Associate at TSG Reporting.

Kylie is a certified Hootsuite Social Marketing Professional. She works closely with clients on communications related to municipal district formation and Senate Bill 1383. She also takes lead on recruitments for Tripepi Smith Talent Solutions.

Her clients include the City of Laguna Beach, City of Needles, HSITAG, City of Rancho Cucamonga, City of Lakeport, City of Fountain Valley and City of La Cañada Flintridge.

Contact Kylie via email

Morgan Teruel
Recruitment Coordinator

Morgan Teruel is a digital media and communications professional with a strong foundation in creative strategy, public engagement and operational leadership. She has managed executive recruitment efforts, supported cross-functional teams and developed tailored messaging across press releases, newsletters, websites and social media. Her experience includes conducting audience research, running digital ad campaigns and increasing engagement across diverse communities. Combining creative insight with a data-informed approach, she has led teams in producing high-impact deliverables such as graphics, articles and social content to ensure alignment with organizational goals and values.
Morgan has obtained a Professional Certificate in Public Engagement from the Davenport Institute for Public Engagement and Civic Leadership. She is also a part of Tripepi Smith Talent Solutions as a recruitment coordinator.

Her clients include the City of Suisun City, City of Walnut Creek, City of Orinda, City of Norco, City of Dixon and Pivot Charter Schools.

Contact Morgan via email

Julia Gale
Recruitment Coordinator

As a result-driven professional, Julia Gale is dedicated to driving efficiency and success through her experiences in communications and marketing. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Communications with a minor in Digital Arts from the State University of New York at Oneonta. Julia further developed her skills in email marketing campaigns, detail-oriented writing and event planning while working for a commercial real estate firm in New York. She built a strong foundation in social media management and general communications through internships with The Metropolitan Golf Association and Fashion in Action.

Julia holds a certification in Hootsuite Social Marketing and Google Ads. Her clients include Pivot Charter Schools, City of Lancaster, City of Laguna Beach, City of Culver City, California JPIA and within TS Talent Solutions: City of Santa Paula and City of West Covina.

Contact Julia via email

Sofia Gonzalez
Assistant Recruitment Coordinator

Sofia Gonzalez is an energetic team player with experience in advertising sales, marketing strategy, social media management and marketing communications. She graduated cum laude from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing. While in college, she worked in the advertising department for the university newspaper, The Daily Aztec and developed her sales and customer relationship skills immensely. Sofia gained valuable marketing skills during two internships with Axos Bank, where she became skilled in brand image, content writing and consumer engagement.

Sofia is a fluent Spanish speaker and a certified Hootsuite Social Marketing Professional. Her clients include the City of Lancaster, City of Maywood and Disneyland, She is also a part of Tripepi Smith Talent Solutions as an assistant recruitment coordinator.

Contact Sofia via email

Ryder Todd Smith
Founder and CEO

Ryder has over 25 years of experience in government relations, technology and marketing. As president, he leads Tripepi Smith and is the ultimate project owner of its clients, which span over 200 public, private and non-profit agencies. Ryder is also the creator of the City Internet Strategies Study, publisher of PublicCEO and the Civic Business Journal and a frequent speaker on the local government circuit. Additionally, his insights have been published by industry-leading publications, such as Western City Magazine and Public Management Magazine, and local government professional organizations, such as the California City Management Foundation and Municipal Management Association of Northern California have recognized and awarded his support as a longtime partner.

Before Tripepi Smith, Ryder served as a senior vice president of operations and chief information officer for a software-as-a-service startup in the financial services sector. Prior to that, he was the technology manager for a regional staffing firm.

Ryder is a former planning commissioner for the City of Tustin. He resides in Ladera Ranch with his wife, daughter (who is currently away at college) and dog.

Fun fact: Ryder is the son of a commercial fisherman and spent several summers in Alaska working on the boat with his father. Thousands of halibut gave their lives to pay for a collection of Legos, Ryder’s first car and his college education.

Contact Ryder via email

Michael Egan
Director

Michael Egan is an accomplished local government executive with nearly 30 years of experience capped with 20 years of City Manager responsibilities in the cities of Bellflower and Norwalk. During his tenure as City Manager, he was active in regional governance and local government-affiliated groups. He is a Past President of the Gateway City Manager’s Group and former Chairman of the Gateway Cities Council of Governments City Manager’s Committee. He also served 18 years on the California Contract Cities Association’s Liability Trust Fund Oversight Committee and Claims Boards.

Michael’s many accomplishments include balanced budget management; multiple successful bond issues and improved agency bond ratings; implementing and expanding community policing programs, including the opening of a local Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Station; expanding recreation facilities by developing new parks, bicycle and walking trails, and public aquatics center; upgrading water and sewer infrastructure; successfully implementing local revenue measures; and executing on multiple economic development projects. Michael is passionate about local government and effective, ethical leadership.

He is an alumnus of Cal Poly Pomona, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Behavioral Science and was a founding member of the Cal Poly Chapter of Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology.

He lives in La Habra with his wife of 34 years, Teresa, a public schools administrator. He has a daughter, Jennifer, a local government professional; son-in-law, Nick, a Structural Engineer; and a granddaughter, Ellie, a curious and busy toddler.

Contact Mike via email

Mark Pulone
Director

Mark Pulone brings 35 years of municipal government experience, highlighted by 19 years as a city manager in Orange County. Known as a proven leader and consensus builder, he has built a strong reputation for exceptional customer service and effective community engagement. Mark has extensive experience managing a wide range of municipal contracts, including law enforcement, fire, solid waste, road maintenance and building and safety services.

Contact Mark via email

 
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