big brothers big sisters

Meet Erin. She’s the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana, the region’s largest donor and volunteer-supported mentoring network. Despite facing four federally named natural disasters in less than a year, Erin and her team remained resilient and unwavering in their commitment to the community. In a surprising turn of events, a mysterious email led to a $1.1 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott🎁 Erin used this gift to launch the Big Defender Fund, securing the future of youth mentoring programs in her community, no matter the challenges Mother Nature throws their way🌩️ Erin shares valuable lessons for nonprofit leaders on thriving in turbulent times, seeking help amidst chaos, and rebuilding organizations to be stronger and more resilient than ever💪 Prepare for some touching stories – you won't want to miss this one! 

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• Case Study: BBBS Southwest Louisiana
• How nonprofits can thrive during turbulent times During Turbulent Times
• Ways to build a future-ready organization

Today’s Guest
Erin Davison, CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana

Episode Highlights

• Erin’s story and journey to where she is today (2:30)
• Leading an organization during four catastrophic events (7:00)
• An unexpected $1.1 million donation (11:40)
• The impact of a transformative gift (16:40)
• Erin’s lessons learned about creating a future-ready organization (25:15)
• A powerful moment of philanthropy in Erin’s life (29:55)
• Erin’s One Good Thing: Grace. (35:20)
• How to connect with Erin and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana (38:15)

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On this episode of Conversations on COVID-19, Dr. Lois Greene is joined by Michele Molano, Chief Operating Officer of Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence, to speak about the impacts of the pandemic on our communities and families, as well as what she hopes we carry forward from these challenging times.

Radwell International is an industrial automation company servicing manufacturing operations globally. The company stocks and sells new and surplus industrial automation, MRO, pneumatic, motion, electronic, hydraulic, HVAC and electrical control equipment for plant floor and facilities maintenance machinery. Radwell also has full component level repair capabilities for all industrial electronic and electrical equipment, with over 2,400 testing fixtures. Our global headquarters is located in Willingboro, NJ and we have branches in Indiana, Texas, Missouri, North Carolina, Georgia, the UK, Germany and Canada. Volunteerism is a big part of the Radwell corporate culture. 

In this episode of Automation Nation, guest Andy Enochs joins us to discuss the volunteer experience with Big Brothers Big Sisters. Andy is a Repair Technician at Radwell in Franklin, IN and a proud BBBS volunteer. The Big Brothers Big Sisters mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. The Big Brothers Big Sisters vision is that all youth achieve their full potential. 

BBBSCI serves more than 1,200 boys and girls annually, ages 8 to 18 in Marion, Hamilton, and Johnson Counties. They pair adult volunteers (what they refer to as “Bigs”) in one-to-one mentoring relationships with children (what they call “Littles”) ages 8 to 14 in Central Indiana.

The program produces significant outcomes in areas related to educational success, avoidance of risky behaviors, and socio-emotional health. After just one year, Littles have higher grades, more self-confidence, and better relationships with their peers. 

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana https://www.bebigforkids.org/

 Email for Podcast Questions or Feedback: automationnation@radwell.com

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 Julie Basello        jbaselloholt@radwell.com                                                                                   
Robert Tiedeken  rtiedeken@radwell.com

Production: 
Julie Basello and Patrick Stewart

Marketing and Promotion: 
Julie Basello
 
 

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This podcast is produced by Radwell International http://www.radwell.com

Email for Podcast Questions or Feedback: automationnation@radwell.com

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Robert Tiedeken rtiedeken@radwell.com

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Serving the Community Podcast
Season 1 Episode 8

Meet my friend Mae Dell Johns Francis. 

Mae Francis, known best for inspiring and transferring positivity to whomever she comes in contact with!!

Mae is currently the President and Owner of Lookin’ Up Consulting, a training and development company that builds interactive programs, speeches, and mentorships that educate and inspire professionals; as well as programs that support the emotional and social development of youth.

With more than 25 years in the field of Teaching and Training, Mae believes that her purpose on Earth is to enhance the lives of others.  Mae spent 19 years in the chemical industry: five years selling plasticizers for Sterling Chemicals and 14 years as the Training and Development leader for Ashland Chemicals. 

She is an active big sister for Gulf Coast, Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Mae is an active member of Grace Community Church, South Houston.

Mae is the mother of one, Whitnie, and married to Merlin. 

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www.lookinupconsulting.com

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