The Leadership Greater Valley Program now has an alumni association and a state proclamation recognizing its work following its first alumni reception held on September 10 at Scinto Towers in Shelton. Dozens of graduates attended the inaugural session with graduates coming from all classes dating back to the original 1996 group.
It was both a festive and inspiring night as state legislators Linda Gentile and Jason Perillo showed up with a proclamation from the State of Connecticut recognizing the program for its work down through the years for recruiting training and placing volunteer leaders throughout the Valley area.
The main speakers for the evening then took over and delighted the crowd with personal success stories based on their lives since participating in the program. John Esteves, Kimberly Supersano and Pam Mautte have all gone on to be very successful leaders on their own career paths. John is the founder and head of the Disability Resource Network, Pam is the Director of the Valley Substance Abuse Action Council, and Kimberly is Chief Operating Officer, International Retirement Prudential. They were followed by Shelton developer Bob Scinto who wowed the crowd with his own personal story of success stretching from his earliest days in the plumbing industry to his growth into the most recognized developer in Fairfield county. He not only shared his unique story, but also his advice not only for success in business, but also for success in life.
It is expected that the new group will meet quarterly for networking and to plan for community projects. they are already looking at planning a holiday meal for people residing in the new Spooner House homeless facility in Shelton.
For further information about the alumni group, contact Pat at Valley United Way (203 926-9478) or e-mail.
It was both a festive and inspiring night as state legislators Linda Gentile and Jason Perillo showed up with a proclamation from the State of Connecticut recognizing the program for its work down through the years for recruiting training and placing volunteer leaders throughout the Valley area.
Following opening remarks by Karen Spargo, Chairman of the Valley Council for Health & Human Services, Jack Walsh, President & C.O.O. of Valley United Way, and Bill Purcell, President of the Valley Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce detailed the history of the program which is presented each year through a collaborative effort of the three organizations.
The main speakers for the evening then took over and delighted the crowd with personal success stories based on their lives since participating in the program. John Esteves, Kimberly Supersano and Pam Mautte have all gone on to be very successful leaders on their own career paths. John is the founder and head of the Disability Resource Network, Pam is the Director of the Valley Substance Abuse Action Council, and Kimberly is Chief Operating Officer, International Retirement Prudential. They were followed by Shelton developer Bob Scinto who wowed the crowd with his own personal story of success stretching from his earliest days in the plumbing industry to his growth into the most recognized developer in Fairfield county. He not only shared his unique story, but also his advice not only for success in business, but also for success in life.
Pat Tarasovic, Director of United Way's Volunteer Center, served as MC for the event. She and her committee of Adrienne Cabral, Antonietta Hallet, Jason Bashura, Pam Mautte and Joyce Saltes put the event together.
It is expected that the new group will meet quarterly for networking and to plan for community projects. they are already looking at planning a holiday meal for people residing in the new Spooner House homeless facility in Shelton.
For further information about the alumni group, contact Pat at Valley United Way (203 926-9478) or e-mail.
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