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⚾ Mets Victory + Philly's Big Win! 🌳 As a Flushing native & lifelong Mets fan, I'm still buzzing from our incredible win over the Phillies! The rally towels were flying, Lindor was crushing it, and NYC was electric. But while the 7 Line Army is celebrating, let's take a moment to tip our caps to another win happening in Philadelphia—this time (thankfully), off the field. 🏙️ Philly's Clean and Green Initiative is turning vacant lots into vibrant spaces, proving that when a city invests in its neighborhoods, it gets way more than just good looks. From reducing crime to improving mental health, this initiative is a game-changer. So, while the Mets advance, Philly's public policy deserves its own round of applause. 👏 It's proof that transforming communities is a team effort, whether on the diamond or in our cities. Check out my Malcom Gladwell inspired piece on how Philly (the city not Harper or Schwarber) is knocking it out of the park: https://lnkd.in/eDr2Yhwp #CleanAndGreen #UrbanRenewal #PublicPolicy #NeighborhoodPride #MentalHealthMatters #CrimeReduction #UrbanGreening #Sustainability #Mets #LGM #OMG #7LineArmy

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Do you ever scroll through social media and see something that makes you angry? We've all been there right? You might be curious why this video of the Toronto Maple Leafs alternate St. Patrick's Day jersey would make me angry, but I will explain. I saw the Leafs jersey, and immediately got defensive because having lived in Ireland for 5 years, I know how upset Irish people (and myself by extension) get when American's call St. Patrick's Day St. Pat's or even worse, St. Patty's (see * for explanation below). I was ready to hit the socials, proclaiming my anger, when I paused for a moment. Something about this jersey seemed familiar to me, and so I decided to do a bit more research. Turns out, it honors a version of the Leafs franchise, called the Toronto St. Patrick's (known as the St. Pat's) which existed from 1919-1920 and 1921-1922. Learn more about them here: https://lnkd.in/ey33SFzg. Why am I now sharing this story on LinkedIn, you ask? Because it seemed like an important reminder to us all - to take a breath, ask more questions, and if necessary, do a little research before we share our opinions on something. We always teach our clients to "ask more questions, make less assumptions" and sometimes it can be harder to practice what we teach than I'd like to think. What is something that you made an assumption about recently? How could you have asked more questions before forming (or sharing) your opinion? *Brief educational side note: Patrick is derived from the Irish name Padraig (pronounced Porrig), and thus if you would like to shorten it, it would be Paddy, not Patty (which is short for Patricia). #paddynotpatty #history #ladieswholead #TheGoodDoctors #curiosity #askquestions

Today, us Scots celebrate St. Andrew’s Day, I’m reflecting on the incredible legacy of Scotland—a small country with a massive impact on the world. From our rolling hills to our lochs, our landscapes are breathtaking, but for me it’s the sheer ingenuity of our people that truly defines us. Scotland has always been a land of ideas. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Adam Smith, the father of economics, taught the world about the invisible hand of the market—but also the importance of fairness and morality. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 James Watt revolutionised the Industrial Age with the steam engine, reshaping how the world worked and lived. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Alexander Graham Bell gave us the telephone, changing how we connect across the world. These are just some of the countless Scots whose innovations have shaped humanity. It’s a legacy of bold thinking, unrelenting curiosity, and a deep drive to improve the world. I like to think I emulate that spirit!! St. Andrew’s Day reminds us of these values: humility, collaboration, and resilience in the face of challenges. As a proud Scot, I carry these values with me every day. Our history isn’t just something to look back on—it’s a foundation for what we can build in the future. Let’s celebrate Scotland not only for what it has achieved, but for what it continues to inspire. What innovation or moment in Scottish history inspires you most? PS I will from Monday begin publishing the analysis from my polls on industry reforms. #bigcoatweather #scottish #standrewsday

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Chicago Commons' development team is doing a thing- a BIG thing! It's time to celebrate 130 years of transformative change in and around the city of Chicago. Join us on May 10th for our anniversary gala at Morgan Manufacturing as we honor those who support our mission as well as participants of Chicago Commons' programs who are doing the hard work of providing for the children, families, and seniors in their lives and building strong communities. We are "Honoring the Past and Building the Future." For tickets: https://lnkd.in/gEaj8hiF For fun, what else happened 130 years ago in 1894? 1. The Pullman Strike began. If you don't know the history of this one, please look it up. It's fascinating and very important to labor history. 2. The Tower Bridge in London opened to traffic. 3. Norman Rockwell and Jack Benny are born. 4. William Kennedy Dickson receives a patent for motion picture film in the United States. 5. An extreme national economic depression hit the US in 1894 leading to factories closing and mass unemployment and poverty. 6. Chicago Commons was founded on May 1 by Graham Taylor...but this isn't in Wikipedia's "1894" entry - although I can change that, I suppose.

We should never lose sight of the idea that most fundamental to a peaceful and prosperous society is the fulfillment of the hopes, aspirations and dreams that people have for themselves, family, friends and what they value most. Culture has always been a vital cornerstone, bringing joy, meaning and a prism of opportunity to express and engage with our inner selves and the people and ideas that surround, shape and reshape us. At The Leap, like many funding and support organisations we want to help people and places to thrive - to enable ordinary people, to have agency, to do extraordinary things that can make the biggest difference. But very often, people don't want to do big things, to scale, grow or change systems, they simply want to do things that just really matter to them in places and spaces that are.most meaningful to them. That's why I believe that small amounts of money often alongside volunteers and some well targeted help is equally as important as ideas that can generate investment and create impact at scale. At The Leap, collaborating with Calderdale Council, we are doing just that with The Leap into Culturedale Awards, to give people who may not otherwise, in areas with the least opportunity, step forward with creative ideas, and have a go at making meaning and bringing joy through arts, culture and heritage. Visit https://lnkd.in/eb2bpbhi to find out more.

Will the Duttons keep Yellowstone? How many Oscars did Oppenheimer win? Did Caitlin Clark surpass Pete Maravich to become the all-time leading scorer in NCAA basketball? Find the answers to these questions and more in the 2024 Annual Report! The report can be found at https://lnkd.in/gV2npVKc -------------------------------Correction------------------------------------ We wish to advise everyone that the 2024 Annual Report actually details the activities of the Neil Porter Legacy in 2024, not world events. The mistake was made by the NPL's social media guru. However if you'd like to know the answers... Hopefully (but not Jamie Dutton), 7 and yes.

🍀 Happy St. Patrick's Day, LinkedIn family! 🍀 As we don our green attire and celebrate all things Irish today, I want to highlight an incredibly insightful article I recently came across. It delves deep into the economic impact of St. Patrick's Day and how it's not just all about leprechauns and luck, but also about the power of cultural celebrations to boost economies and businesses worldwide. Did you know that St. Patrick's Day brings in a significant surge in retail and hospitality sales, with millions of dollars being poured into local businesses? Pubs and restaurants see a spike in customers, with traditional Irish food and beverages taking center stage, while the demand for festive attire creates a wave of seasonal commerce. It is amazing to see how a day steeped in tradition has evolved over the years to become a global economic stimulant. It's also a day that reminds us of the importance of cultural diversity and the positive impact it can have on business growth and community development. The article beautifully emphasizes how embracing cultural celebrations can lead to economic progress and cross-cultural understanding. As we raise our glasses in toast to St. Patrick, let's also toast to the immense opportunities such festivals offer for entrepreneurship, marketing, and global connections. Here's to the spirit of Ireland, which shows us that the blending of culture and commerce can yield a pot of gold for businesses and economies alike! Sláinte! (That's cheers in Irish 😉) 🌈 #StPatricksDay #EconomicImpact #CulturalDiversityInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #GlobalEconomy #CelebratingCulture 🌈 https://ayr.app/l/9Afs