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A great teacher and visionary leader.

So proud to be part of this organization! Check out the article below 😊

FVA Member Spotlight: Get to know Lisa Mascellino, M.Ed., Director of AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP, at Vantage Aging. Question: What do you enjoy most about managing volunteers? Lisa: The amazing people we get to meet! I enjoy learning about our volunteers, their lives, experiences, and passions. When I have the opportunity to table at an event with our volunteers, it is so rewarding. I have learned so much from them. Read more here - https://lnkd.in/gGZUBTqB

99 years ago today, 10 municipal leaders from across the country sat down together in Lawrence, Kansas for the first official meeting of the National League of Cities. On this important anniversary, I took some time to reflect on how much has changed and what has remained the same for our incredible organization in these last 100 years. Read more about it on our CitiesSpeak blog here: https://lnkd.in/ebb6j-_Y

Happy Founder's Day to all who celebrate! While I am no longer working for and with the Brothers of the Christian Schools and their partners, I am the professional I am today because of their careful guidance of my development. As an HR professional, St. John Baptist de La Salle was most certainly someone that I can look to for people management inspiration: his writings (Conduct of Schools, the Letters to the Brothers, Civility and Decorum) could be considered to be his version of employee handbooks. He spent time visiting the various schools and agencies that he sent the Brothers to, and he found himself adjudicating A LOT of employee relations issues between the Brothers. 😬 John Baptist de La Salle's engagement with the early Brothers, the families, and those who he rented space from is a good example of how nimble HR folks need to be with stakeholders. Today isn't just Founder's Day; it is also the day that Pope Leo XIII promulgated the encyclical, "Rarem Novarem," which informs our understanding of the rights of workers. At the time, it was a revolutionary document and it remains prophetic today. He said, "Hence, by degrees it has come to pass that working men have been surrendered, isolated and helpless, to the hardheartedness of employers and the greed of unchecked competition. The mischief has been increased by rapacious usury, which, although more than once condemned by the Church, is nevertheless, under a different guise, but with like injustice, still practiced by covetous and grasping men. To this must be added that the hiring of labor and the conduct of trade are concentrated in the hands of comparatively few; so that a small number of very rich men have been able to lay upon the teeming masses of the laboring poor a yoke little better than that of slavery itself." These two contributions for me as an HR professional inform how I work with employees entrusted to my care and, how I try to interact with those I partner with.

I see you Virginia State. And I love it. One thing about me is that I love Black people and Black culture and education and joy are the halmarks of Black culture. HBCUs are a thing of beauty where Black minds can come together and be our authentic and unapologetic selves. I will forever love every single HBCU. A heartfelt shout out to Spelman College, where I had the privilege to grow and learn. Established in 1881, Spelman's legacy of excellence has not only shaped my journey but has also empowered countless leaders who've made a lasting impact. It was founded at a critical time when educational opportunities for Black women were scarce, providing a sanctuary for intellectual growth and community building. 📘👏🏿 Howard University, where my Dad pursued his education, stands as a beacon of empowerment since 1867. It was born out of the urgent need for higher education for newly freed slaves and has since been a powerhouse for producing leaders across various disciplines. Its establishment is a testament to the resilience and brilliance that thrive in the face of adversity. 🎓🔵 Kentucky State University, where my Mom embarked on her educational journey, is a testament to determination and community strength. Founded in 1886, it's a living testament to the power of education and the unwavering spirit of Black triumph over oppression. It emerged in an era when access to education for Black individuals was a hard-fought battle, symbolizing the unwavering commitment to learning and progress. 💪📚 These institutions were first founded to address the dire need for education for Black individuals in a time of systemic discrimination and limited opportunities. They stand not only as educational institutions but as monuments to the enduring legacy of Black individuals who triumphed despite overwhelming challenges. Let's continue to champion and support these vital institutions and honor the rich history they carry forward! 🌟👥 #HBCUExcellence #BlackCulturePride #LegacyOfTriumph

Let's look at the facts: "This year, twice as many congressional offices requested fellows than there are fellows available." ~ Jonathan Bagger, CEO of American Physical Society, an STPF founding partner society in our video series of important voices in STPF history. 🎥 Watch here! https://bit.ly/3LC6C4y

Exciting Updates From SFHDC!! This month’s SFHDC newsletter is packed with inspiring stories, key updates, and insights into the affordable housing sector. #affordablehousing #communitydevelopment #sanfrancisco #sfhdc

💼 I DO! Professional Pricing Society is a game changer! Why PPS? 📈 Don't leave money on the table! ⚡️ Take your pricing game to the next level and boost your targets. 💰 Maximize profit margins, increase sales, and stay ahead of the competition. 🚀 ⚙️ In today's competitive landscape, data is the holy grail for driving pricing decisions and maximizing profit. 🎯 Unlock the true potential of pricing! #pricingoptimization #maximizevalue #pricingstrategy #pricingsoftware #datadriven 🙌 It's amazing how working alongside such knowledgeable pricing professionals or simply read through their materials can shape your own understanding and capabilities. Grateful to have had the opportunity to join them and continue learning from their expertise. 🙏

That will put a pep in your step.