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| LEADERSHIP Philadelphia Newsletter October 2010 |
Greetings!
Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of attending a meeting led by Donna Frisby-Greenwood '02 to preview the Knight Foundation's "Soul of the Community" study [www.soulofthecommunity.org]. It focuses on community attachment and why that matters. Attachment is driven by Social Offerings (places for people to meet each other and feeling like people in the community care about each other); Openness (how welcoming the community is to different types of people); and Aesthetics (physical beauty and availability of green spaces).
As I listened, it occurred to me that we are teaching "attachment" at LEADERSHIP. We show you the passionate social entrepreneurs who work so hard to serve the City and you respond by raising a hand to help. We teach "openness" by helping you to get to know your classmates who represent different threads in the fabric of this community. Through your team interactions you are reminded what it means to open up to new friendships.
I raise the point about caring because in this meeting, a couple of people mentioned that Philadelphians tend to stay within the circle of their high school friends. I am not sure how different that is from other cities, but it's something I am thinking about. Core students often remark on the incredible chemistry that develops in their teams. Yes, I spend a great deal of time putting the teams together, but I must say that I think the chemistry has more to do with truly seeing one anothers' humanity. I have a feeling that if I just put you together randomly, the nature of the conversations themselves could cause that level of friendship and attachment. If so, maybe if the whole City were to go through LEADERSHIP, caring would increase.
So that's what I'm pondering this week. How about you?
Fondly,
Liz Dow
P.S. Happy Thanksgiving! |
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Join the LEADERSHIP Philadelphia network by joining your respective group:
Core Class Members Executive Program Members LEADERSHIP Connectors Collaborative Member
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United Way Annual Campaign
Please consider LEADERSHIP Philadelphia as a designated recipient for your personal pledge.
Donor #: 09089
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Cocktails at Tiffany's
Tuesday December 7, 2010
6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Tiffany's & Co. (1414 Walnut St.)
It's time for LEADERSHIP Philadelphia's annual holiday celebration! Join Ray Raby '09 and Liz Dow '86 for a private cocktail reception for LEADERSHIP Fellows and participants, family and friends at Tiffany & Co. LEADERSHIP will extend our Tiffany & Co. Business Account to guests during the reception. This will provide a 15% accommodation to members on all eligible purchases*. Space is limited; register online today. For more information, contact Taylor: tgoodman@leadershipphiladelphia.org. *Applies to china, crystal, giftware, fragrance, watches, and all jewelry not containing gemstones. |
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Events & Opportunities Around Town
KIPP Philadelphia Schools Open House
Wednesday December 1st, 9:00-11:00 AM
2709 N. Broad St., 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA
Come see what makes KIPP Philadelphia Schools so special, find out how we are helping our kids climb the mountain to college, and learn how you can support our growth in Philadelphia.
RSVP to Amy O'Halloran (aohalloran@kippphiladelphia.org) by Monday November 29th.
Nominations for Citizen of the Year Award
It's time to submit your nomination for the Inquirer Editorial Board's annual Citizen of the Year award. This award honors actions exemplifying citizenship in its broadest sense by people who have helped their neighborhood, the region, or nation in effective, creative ways, while demonstrating integrity and perseverance. Current Core class member Helen Gym received this award in 2007.
To nominate someone, send a short explanation of who the person is, and why he or she should win. Email it to psweeney@phillynews.com with "Citizen" in the subject line. Or mail it to Citizen of the Year, The Inquirer, Box 41705, Philadelphia 19101. The deadline for nominations is December 6th.
Serve on the new DRPA Advisory Panel!
The Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA) is looking for area residents interested in serving on a newly created DRPA Citizen Advisory Committee. The committee, comprised of 10 Pennsylvania residents and 10 New Jersey residents, will give toll bride users and PATCO train riders a voice in DRPA decision-making. Applications are available at the agency's four bridges and at all PATCO stations, or may be downloaded from either www.drpa.org or www.ridepatco.org. The deadline to apply is Dec. 1. Applicants may not be related to any DRPA employee or commissioner and may not work for a company doing business with DRPA or PATCO
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LEADERSHIP Fellows: Board Placements
Hilda Bacon '10 has joined the Board of Directors of Philadelphia Mural Arts Advocates.
Wendy Beetlestone '01 has been appointed to the State Board of Education. Corey Coleman '10 has been elected to serve as Chairman of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus Foundation Board of Directors.
David Devan '08 has joined the Board of Directors of the Opera Company of Philadelphia. Suzanne Garber, Executive Series '10, has joined the Board of Directors of the International Visitors Council. Erik Hirsch '10 has joined the Board of Directors of Philadelphia Mural Arts Advocates.
Suzanne Mayes '05 has joined the Board of Directors of Forum for Executive Women.
Margaret McCausland '01 has joined the Board of Directors of Forum for Executive Women.
Jessica Kornblum Moore '10 has joined the Board of Directors of Hill at Whitemarsh.
Bret Perkins '99 has been appointed to the Airport Advisory Board.
Veeral Shah '09 has joined the Board of Directors of Public Citizens for Children and Youth.
Heseung Ann Song '99 has joined the Board of Directors of Children's Village.
LEADERSHIP Fellows: News
Congratulations to Barbara Chandler Allen '06, a winner of the Civic Ventures 2010 Purpose Prize. The award recognizes entrepreneurs over 60 who, in their encore careers, are using their experience and passion to make an extraordinary impact on society's biggest challenges. Read more about the award here.
Dan Gallagher '08 has been recognized by Saint Joseph's University with the Ignatius Award for living a life "in service of others" and for his devoted efforts in service of Saint Joseph's University.
Melissa Weiler Gerber, '01 has been appointed Executive Director of The Family Planning Council.
Congratulations to Kimberly Kirn '10, who welcomed a baby boy, Elliott Kantor Lesser, on Wednesday October 6th!
After 10 years with the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Suzette Sherman '10, will become the Director of Arts and Culture Marketing at Penn and Director of Marketing and Communications at the Penn Museum.
Congratulations to the following organizations on receving a 28th Annual Excellence Awards honoring the region's small businesses.
Greensgrow Farms: Sustainable Business of the YearNational Adoption Center: Non-Profit Organization of the Year eXude Benefits Group, Inc : Customer Service Excellence of the Year |
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Job Opening
Interactive Communications Manager
The Philadelphia Convention and Visitors BureauThe Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau is looking to hire an Interactive Communications Manager in the Marketing & Communications Department. We are in search of someone with 3-5 years experience in interactive/web/electronic communications. The open position will focus on web development and maintenance, electronic marketing, web content and graphic design, among other areas. See thejob description on www.philadelphiausa.travel/about-us/about-pcvb/careers for details.
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