Craig Correia (LSC ’16), Paul & Dixon Insurance Agency, Inc.

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In addition to his work at Paul & Dixon, Craig is an active volunteer for several local organizations including the Boys and Girls Club of Greater New Bedford and EforAll South Coast. The connections he created in LSC “. . . have shaped who I am today and opened my eyes about how much help…

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October 11: Join us for our 2017 Graduation Celebration and Alumni Reunion!

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Join us for Leadership SouthCoast’s 13th Annual Graduation Celebration & Alumni Reunion on Wednesday, October 11 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Rosebrook Event Center in Wareham, Mass. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, a delicious dinner, and music from local saxophone player Marcus Monteiro. We’ll honor a Distinguished Alumni and an Unsung Hero for their outstanding…

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Government Day Recap – August 2017

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This year’s government day examined politics closer to home as we visited with elected officials in New Bedford and Fall River. It was our first local government day and we learned about what goes on behind the scenes in our cities and towns from the mayors, town and city council members, and local political science…

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Criminal Justice Day Recap – July 2017

LSC class members developed a deeper understanding of topics like immigration, community policing, and pathways to prison during our annual Criminal Justice Day on July 19. The class gathered at the Bristol County Sheriff’s Office in Dartmouth and had the opportunity to hear the perspectives and insights of several local leaders working in the field…

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Susan Remy (LSC ’07), Child & Family Services

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Susan is a Fall River native who believes the gift of leadership should be shared with each generation. Throughout her career, she’s been involved with many organizations including the Fall River Rotary Club, United Neighbors, and SouthCoast Serves, to name a few. “There is much work to be done and most of the time my…

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Program Information Sessions Scheduled

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Interested in learning more about Leadership SouthCoast? We’re holding two information sessions for anyone who’s thinking about applying to participate in LSC’s 2018 cohort: Wednesday, September 6, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at BCC in New Bedford (Room location TBA) Register for the New Bedford session here. Thursday, September 21*, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at BCC’s Davol Street campus (2nd…

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Environmental Sustainability Day Recap

The weather in June was rainy, but we were fortunate to have sun and warm temperatures for our environmental sustainability program day. This year, we focused on the ecological significance of Buzzards Bay along with other relevant environmental issues like sustainable agriculture and the local food movement. Our day began at the Acushnet Sawmill –…

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July 27: Lunch & Learn Webinar for LSC Alumni with South Coast Rail Manager Jean Fox

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LSC Alumni: Join us for our first “Lunch and Learn” webinar on SouthCoast Rail with South Coast Rail Manager, Jean Fox, on Thursday, July 27 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Grab some lunch at your desk and learn about the project’s latest developments, issues, challenges, and why it’s a game changer for the region’s economic success. This webinar…

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Apply for LSC’s 2018 cohort starting July 1!

Leadership SouthCoast’s 2018 application process begins in July. Are you, or is someone you know, interested in applying? Details are available at www.leadershipsouthcoast.org/apply      

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Jason DeFalco (LSC 2015)

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Originally from Central Massachusetts, Jason relocated to the South Coast to take on his current position within the New Bedford Public Schools. Of his LSC experience, Jason says, “In addition to the content of the program, the networking and relationships I built while in the cohort assisted me in getting my arms around local issues…

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