Michelle Hantman (’07), United Way of Greater New Bedford

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When asked about her community involvement, Michelle emphasizes that her work at the United Way is all about the community: “There is so much work to do! Struggling families need our help. And there are many organizations who need our support. Matching people’s desire to help those in need keeps me going!” What do you…

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March 6: Break the Glass Ceiling Through Career Negotiation

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Join speaker and coach Ashley Paré and learn to break the glass ceiling with career negotiation. This seminar is appropriate for any woman who would like to enhance her negotiation skills, either as a business owner or professional. Presented by the American Business Women’s Association, Boutique Fitness, Groundwork!, and Leadership SouthCoast. Attendees will learn how…

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Welcome, to our Class of 2019!

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LSC’s Class of 2019 has hit the ground running! The 29 members of this year’s cohort gathered on January 16 and 17 for their opening retreat. Over the course of two days, class members kicked-off their team projects, got to know one another, attended a welcome reception with alumni and colleagues, learned about the state of…

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Keith Thibault (’13), Bristol Community College

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Through his media roles at Bristol Community College and Fall River Community Media, Fall River native Keith Thibault recognizes his responsibility to foster conversations that build community participation. He describes his leadership as evolving because, “Leadership is a lifelong learning activity.”   What do you do professionally?  I serve as the Director of Television Services…

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Class of 2019 Welcome Reception

Join us for a reception to welcome LSC’s Class of 2019 – meet the new class members and catch up with fellow alumni on Wednesday, January 16 at White’s of Westport. This event is free, but registration is required. Visit https://leadershipsouthcoast.ticketleap.com/ to learn more and get your ticket today!

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Darcy Lee (’18), Samaritans FR/NB, Inc.

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Darcy is the former development director for the Women’s Fund of Southeastern Massachusetts who recently took on a new role as executive director at the Samaritans FR/NB. She’s a published author who uses the word “action” to describe her leadership. What do you do professionally? I am the Executive Director of Samaritans of FR/NB, Inc.…

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Charlie Murphy (’18), M.O.L.I.F.E., Inc.

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Charlie’s resume speaks to how engaged he is in the community and how much he cares for helping others. His organization, MOLIFE, Inc., was founded as part of his master’s thesis and has since grown into a business with three locations and 65 employees who work to supported people with disabilities to achieve their highest…

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2019 Community Action Projects: Request for Proposals

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Each year, Leadership SouthCoast (LSC) class members complete a self-directed project as an element of their program experience. Class members work in small teams to assist local nonprofit and public organizations with the development of new, or the implementation of existing, projects to address important community and organizational needs. LSC is now accepting proposals from…

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Robyn Branco (’14), Marion Institute

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New Bedford native Robyn Branco is very involved in the Azorean Maritime Heritage Society – she takes great pride in her culture and its ties to New Bedford. She is motivated by youth empowerment and credits Leadership SouthCoast with broadening her awareness of how much work was happening in the community.   What do you…

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Erik Rousseau (’15), Southeastern Regional Transit Authority

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As the Administrator at the Southeastern Regional Transit Authority (SRTA), Erik describes his leadership as collaborative and says that, “With each success or failure, I am more motivated to tackle the next issue.  Putting our piece of the puzzle in place to improve our customer’s quality of life is the most rewarding part of my…

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