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A Life Worth Writing: Timothy Schmand’s Incredible Journey to the Page
By Javier A. Betancourt at Community Newspapers
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
One of the great pleasures of hosting The Miami Book Hub podcast is discovering the stories behind the storytellers, especially when the storyteller is someone I have known and admired for years. My guest for Episode 14, Timothy Schmand, is a longtime South Florida public servant, former executive d
Key takeaway One of the great pleasures of hosting The Miami Book Hub podcast is discovering the stories behind the storytellers, especially when the storyteller is someone I have known and admired for years.
Why this matters in The Miami
Timothy Schmand's journey to writing is a testament to the diverse talents of Miami's public servants. As a former executive director of the Bayfront Park Management Trust, Schmand has likely played a role in shaping the city's public spaces, which are vital to Miami's vibrant cultural scene. His experience in this position may have also given him a unique perspective on the city's challenges, such as managing public spaces in the face of sea-level rise and flooding risks. Schmand's transition to writing suggests that Miami's community leaders are multifaceted individuals with a range of interests and skills. As the city continues to grow and evolve, it will be interesting to see how Schmand's writing reflects his experiences and insights as a public servant, and how his work might influence the city's literary and cultural landscape. His story may also inspire other local leaders to explore their creative sides.
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Category: miami ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: Community Newspapers ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? One of the great pleasures of hosting The Miami Book Hub podcast is discovering the stories behind the storytellers, especially when the storyteller is someone I have known and admired for years. My guest for Episode 14, Timothy Schmand, is a longtime South Florida public servant, former executive d
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