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If you know what you want to be, then you inevitably become it – that is your punishment, but if you never know, then you can be anything. [Paraphrasing Oscar Wilde] We are not nouns, we are verbs. We are people who do things. Stay with me here… This amazing building in the centre of #Accrington is destined to be a new heritage centre. Currently in the development phase, thanks to National Lottery Heritage Funding, we are exploring what this building could become, steered by the local community. Inclusion, access & participation at the heart. What I love about this project is how heritage isn’t something to be defined, people determine what their hertiage is (The National Lottery Heritage Fund ‘s own words!) The sentiment of the Oscar Wilde quote keeps coming up in various ways throughout our engagement/consultation work. People are asking for inspiration & examples of great things that have been crafted from their hometown, wondering what they can ‘be’... but they are also asking to have a go, to try new things & learn new skills that connect them to the past. They want to not just visit a new place for one thing or one activity, they want a place that changes with the seasons, offers opportunities they haven’t heard of before & a place they can also just exist and feel part of. ‘If you can’t see it, you can’t be it’ The more conversations we have, the more privileged I feel to be the person curating all the feelings and thoughts together. Some exciting updates about our plans for the year ahead & ways to get involved coming soon! Plus sooo much going on in Accrington in general. Wider Town Square project updates here: https://lnkd.in/ewFBE_hp #heritage #regeneration #accringtontownsquare

Working with your board and council is key to aligning strategy for the future of your community. A reminder that in our industry, an open mind is one of the best things a board, council or court member can bring to the table. Grateful to have that in a community where I work AND live. #medc #mckinney #mckinneytexas #mckinneytx #pipeline #projectpipeline #development #economicdevelopment #land #landdevelopment #strategy #strategicthinking #strategicplanning #boardretreat

Introducing the unstoppable Indiana Dream Team, Katelyn Reynolds and Kerrigan Meyer! These two bring a wealth of talent, passion, and dedication to their work. Their teamwork, innovative ideas, and positive energy make them unstoppable. #SFRRenovations #GreenDiamondService #SFR #REO #PropertyMasters #DreamTeam #TeamWorkMakesTheDreamWork

Howdy all! I'm very excited share that I've taken on the role of Executive Director of WildEarth Gaurdians! Thrilled to be joining this community of hard-charging and passionate advocates for people and the planet. I believe that Guardians stands as a beacon of hope and action in the realm of conservation. Guardians is unapologetic and uncompromising in its defense of the West’s majestic landscapes, magnificent wildlife, fragile climate, and dynamic river systems. For many years I have admired its bold systems-change approach to championing innovative environmental policies driven by grassroots engagement, and cutting-edge use of legal tools to hold decision-makers accountable. Guardians does what others say “can’t” be done, and that’s the same cloth from which I’m cut—challenging the status quo, strategically going after what the planet and people really need, and steering clear of false solutions. In other words, Guardians like to kick ass and so do I! Read more in the press release and my first blog by following the link below. #AForceForNature #ConservationLeaders #ConservationNews #environment #environmentaljustice #climateaction #conservation #antioppression #diversity #equity #inclusion

The best people mean the best results.

Highlights from Bisnow's Baltimore State of the Market 🌆✨ Baltimore's future is brighter than ever! 🌟 Hear from leaders driving over $6 billion in new projects, transforming our downtown, and connecting communities for a brighter future. 🏙️ 🏗️ #StateOfTheMarket #CityTransformation #EconomicDevelopment #realestate #realestateupdate #realestateinvesting #marketupdate #multifamily #baltimore #Maryland #Update #news

Melanie Schiff is speaking with Vicki Been about Been’s personal story and how it has led to her leadership positions in government and academia. Been is telling us about the interdisciplinary policy work of NYU’s Furman Center, which she directs, and about New York’s efforts to improve housing affordability and environmental sustainability through such initiatives as City of Yes.   #PREAInstitute #PensionRealEstateAssociation #RealEstateEducation #NYUStern #NYUFurman #InvestmentEducation #RealEstateInvesting #InstitutionalInvesting #PensionFunds #RealEstateTrends #NYCEvents #RealEstateResearch #InvestmentManagement #RealAssets #PropertyInvestment #PREAatNYU #CommericalRealEstate

Beth Chandler has made an indelible mark on our city. I’ve had the honor of serving on the Board of YW Boston since 2018. That was the year that Beth began her leadership as President & CEO of this crucial Boston organization. In 2020, I became the Board Chair, which gave me the opportunity to work more closely with Beth. Beth is stepping down this summer, after 12 years with YW Boston and six as its head. With her guidance and advocacy, YW Boston has made Boston a more equitable place for the benefit of all residents, in particular women of color. Beth stewarded the non-profit through historic challenges, from a complex strategic planning process to navigating the pandemic to selling the landmark Back Bay building. She also seeded the growth of diversity and inclusion throughout our institutions.  I’ve learned a lot from Beth over the years. From her strength—she’s very direct, and stands up for what she believes to be right. From her willingness to listen to different opinions and perspectives, and change her mind. And I particularly appreciate her combination of vision and strategy. Anyone who wants to make transformative change in their organizations can learn lessons from her tenure. When she led us in a deep probe into the meaning of our mission, she helped us focus on who our beneficiaries really are: not just the clients we consulted or the participants in the program, but the colleagues and clients of those people. She saw how YW Boston was a catalyst, inspiring and supporting people to be change agents in their own organizations. I vividly remember when the Board was discussing a tough decision. We’d been losing money on a volunteer-facilitated service. She wanted to hire staff to deliver it more effectively and charge a fee. We were anxious about the risk of hiring people with a budget deficit. Beth presented the alternatives clearly: we could gradually bleed out over time, or we could take this risk and build toward a sustainable model. She recognized it was the time for bold moves. We agreed. And when the demand for DEI services exploded, we had the people we needed and we were well positioned to provide the services. She also knew that boldness isn’t always about expansion. When I joined the board, YW Boston had 10 or 12 programs—we were spread a little thin. Beth and the leadership team honed the portfolio basically to three: Inclusion Boston, LeadBoston, and FYRE. These, along with advocacy campaigns like parity on boards and United Against Racism, share a theory of change: they build a group of people who have a real deep understanding of equity and inclusion, so that they can go back to their organizations and create change.  That vision has helped create a better climate for everyone. I give Beth my gratitude and my personal admiration, for all that she’s done—for YW Boston, for so many organizations that have worked with us, and for the City of Boston. Thank you, Beth. https://wix.to/Rmy6E0N

It’s the time of the year when we’re thinking about what matters in the present and how it will shape our future. No matter what happens over the next few weeks, MHYC will continue to do good work for the Colorado communities that matter by making a difference for communities today, while building a stronger workforce for tomorrow. Because we are powered by purpose. Invest on purpose this giving season and give today: https://bit.ly/4f5kFx1

The work of Cerca Solutions is taking flight.