Archive for Alumni - page 14

By Elizabeth McGuire Two weeks into his new job as Chief of Staff for Mayor Steve Adler, John-Michael Cortez‘s office showed clear signs of a recent occupant. The walls and bookshelves were bare except for a few colorful drawings from his young daughter. Cortez explained…

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When our office received the list of Austin Under Forty finalist we were so proud to see so many Leadership Austin alumni and participants! We are so happy to see that you are in the community, making an impact and being recognized for all your…

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By Elizabeth McGuire Many entrepreneurs make a strong commitment to give back to their communities. Laurie Loew took the commitment a giant step further and made it the foundation for her entire business. After an early sales career in medical supplies and then semi-conductors, Loew…

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Ed Kargbo is both a born and bred leader. Affable and intelligent, thoughtful and driven, Kargbo gives the immediate impression that he is exceedingly comfortable in his own skin. He exudes confidence without arrogance. So it comes as no surprise that he is also quick…

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Celebrate the Holidays with Leadership Austin As a Leadership Austin alumnus, you are cordially invited to attend our Annual Holiday Party! Join us Wednesday, December 3 to reconnect with old friends and make new ones! Who: All Essential and Emerge alumni What: Annual Alumni Holiday Party Where: Shoal…

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Leadership Austin is pleased to invite graduates of community-based leadership programs in other cities to join Leadership Austin as an Affiliate member. Affiliates are considered alumni and are encouraged to develop relationships with other members of the Leadership Austin family, to participate in programs and…

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Chelsea McCullough has made a career out of bringing people together for the social good. So it seemed perfectly fitting that we met at Center 61, a collaborative workspace dedicated to social entrepreneurs. There she is among her tribe. Charming and eloquent, Chelsea carries a…

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Let’s look at some numbers that describe our region. 9.0%. That was the expansion of Austin’s overall economic activity in the last 12 months, according to the Dallas Federal Reserve Bank. That extraordinary growth rate beats 4.2% in Fort Worth and 6.6% in Dallas. Six….

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