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Apr 05Santa Maria Pride Trickles Down from the Top
“No one loves Santa Maria more than me!” is often a sentiment heard at chamber events or community gatherings. The Leadership Santa Maria Valley class had the unique opportunity to really see that Santa Maria Pride during their government topic day on March 1st. The day began with Santa Maria Mayor Alice Patino. “It was the first opportunity I’ve had to hear her speak, as a woman in leadership I was inspired by her attitude and perseverance! She would always ask herself, what’s the worst that can happen?
Mar 16Legacy Community Trail Groundbreaking Shows Community a Glimpse of Unique Open Space
Ceremonially breaking ground at what will become Legacy Community Trail, the Leadership Santa Maria Valley (LSMV) Class of 2019 gave the public a glimpse Saturday of a unique open space in a neighborhood looking to stretch its legs. Located on Carmen Lane between Blosser and the train tracks, Legacy Community Trail is a 4.6-acre parcel that the Leadership Class is developing for its Legacy Project. After LSMV funds the planning, develops the foundation and infrastructure and installs 1,300 linear feet of
Mar 05Santa Maria: A Thriving Hub for Businesses Big and Small
Leadership Santa Maria Valley Class Explores Business & Economics during February Topic Day Did you know that one Santa Maria Business supplies $30 million worth of cable to PG&E every year? Not only that but for two years in a row now, all of that cable had zero defects? In February, the Leadership Santa Maria Valley Class of 2019 saw what incredible industry resides right here in Santa Maria. From the massive cables at Okonite to the twelve rotating taps at Naughty Oak, the class was introduced to many
Feb 06Leadership Says Hello to Human Kindness during Health & Human Services Topic Day
“Hello Human Kindness” is the slogan of Dignity Health, one of the stops during Leadership Santa Maria Valley’s Health & Human Services Topic Day, which took place January 11th, 2019. It was also the theme of the day, as the class met with leaders and organizations focused on bettering the physical and mental health of our community, and had a true passion for the people they serve. The class began their day at VTC Enterprises, an organization that provides job opportunities to adults with disabilities.
Jan 03Leadership Class Explores Youth Services, Struggles & Opportunities in Santa Maria
On December 7th, the 2019 Leadership class had a full schedule visiting a number of organizations focused on the youth of the Santa Maria Valley and their respective ongoing efforts to improve the lives and future outlook for those youth. At the Boys & Girls Club, the class learned about the 52 years of service that the club has provided to the kids of Santa Maria. The organization prides itself on the fact that many former club members now serve as staff members with some serving at the club for multiple
Nov 28Public Safety Topic Day Informs and Inspires Leadership Class
For its monthly topic day in November, the 2019 Leadership Santa Maria Valley class was treated to an in-depth look at public safety in our community. The class gained valuable insight into the startling issue of human trafficking, received an education on the leadership philosophy that’s helped transform local law enforcement and got a first-hand look at how local public servants protect people and property. The class was graced with visits from Santa Maria Police Chief Phil Hansen, Santa Maria Fire
Nov 01Lights, Camera, Action! Leadership takes to the Stage during Arts & Culture Topic Day
The class of 2019 for Leadership Santa Maria Valley (LSMV) had their Arts & Culture Topic Day on October 5, 2018. The day started at the Minerva Club, which is one of the oldest clubs operated by women in the Santa Maria Valley. Interestingly enough, the Minerva Club was started on October 5, 1894, 124 years ago to the exact day that the class visited. The class was greeted with a lovely assortment of goodies, coffee and tea, which was typical of what the ladies would have served in the original days at
Sep 18Leadership Santa Maria Valley kicks off Class of 2019 at Camp Whittier Retreat
Leadership Santa Maria Valley’s Class of 2019 kicked off with the program’s annual retreat, this year taking place at Camp Whittier. The weekend retreat gave the incoming class the opportunity to learn more about the program, begin developing more leadership skills, and bond with their classmates. The class of 20 emerging leaders, ranging in age, background and career fields, spent three days at Camp Whitter. The group bonded through team building exercises, learned about one another through time around
Jul 03Leadership is about “igniting” others: Leadership Santa Maria Valley Class of 2018 explores leadership
On June 1, 2018, the Leadership Santa Maria Valley (LSMV) Class of 2018 held a topic day centered-around leadership. The class learned about the importance of different leadership skills from local Santa Maria Valley leaders and had the opportunity to apply their skills in mock-interviews. The LSMV class started its day at the Radisson hotel who graciously donated the meeting space. The class was welcomed with breakfast burritos donated by R.W. Scott Construction and Starbucks coffee donated by Cary
