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A Community Focus In addition to discussions and interactive experiences with others in the class, each year the LGR cohort orchestrates a community impact project. As Schettle explains, this year’s class landed on the project concept “Thrive Outside” with a vision to promote the social, mental, and physical well-being of underserved communities in Rochester by providing resources for outdoor winter activities. “We are hoping to outfit a mobile trailer filled with winter activity equipment that can be rented within our community free of charge. We have received broad support from community leaders and organizations as there is recognition of the value such a project would offer to our community,” Schettle says. Petree further points out this year’s community impact project has received very positive feedback from both the Rochester Chamber Board and the Rochester Park Board, the project’s sustainability partner. “We would welcome partnership from additional interested individuals or organizations and are currently seeking sponsorships. There are opportunities for individuals or businesses to be recognized with a logo on the exterior of this trailer through tiered sponsorship levels we have established,” Schettle says.
A Long-lasting Foundation For Schettle, the RACC leaders and organizers have done such a superb job in crafting valuable experiences and educational opportunities for the year’s cohort regardless of whether the format has been in-person or hybrid to help each of the class members grow in their own personal leadership journeys. “The sessions they have organized have involved key leaders across the Rochester area community who have fostered our understanding and appreciation for topics including sustainability, workforce and labor markets, economic development, and diversity and inclusivity,” Schettle says. “I have always been convinced that the Rochester area community offers numerous opportunities to connect and engage with other like-minded individuals to make a difference in the lives of others, and the LGR experience has validated this belief. It has been refreshing and rewarding to work alongside leaders that represent such a wide variety of businesses and industry groups in Rochester and see what these collaborations can accomplish for good.”
Advantage Magazine | 7
March 2022
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