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Happy Founder's Day to all who celebrate! While I am no longer working for and with the Brothers of the Christian Schools and their partners, I am the professional I am today because of their careful guidance of my development. As an HR professional, St. John Baptist de La Salle was most certainly someone that I can look to for people management inspiration: his writings (Conduct of Schools, the Letters to the Brothers, Civility and Decorum) could be considered to be his version of employee handbooks. He spent time visiting the various schools and agencies that he sent the Brothers to, and he found himself adjudicating A LOT of employee relations issues between the Brothers. 😬 John Baptist de La Salle's engagement with the early Brothers, the families, and those who he rented space from is a good example of how nimble HR folks need to be with stakeholders. Today isn't just Founder's Day; it is also the day that Pope Leo XIII promulgated the encyclical, "Rarem Novarem," which informs our understanding of the rights of workers. At the time, it was a revolutionary document and it remains prophetic today. He said, "Hence, by degrees it has come to pass that working men have been surrendered, isolated and helpless, to the hardheartedness of employers and the greed of unchecked competition. The mischief has been increased by rapacious usury, which, although more than once condemned by the Church, is nevertheless, under a different guise, but with like injustice, still practiced by covetous and grasping men. To this must be added that the hiring of labor and the conduct of trade are concentrated in the hands of comparatively few; so that a small number of very rich men have been able to lay upon the teeming masses of the laboring poor a yoke little better than that of slavery itself." These two contributions for me as an HR professional inform how I work with employees entrusted to my care and, how I try to interact with those I partner with.

🎆 The History of the Fourth of July: Celebrating Independence and Resilience 🇺🇸 As we gather to celebrate the Fourth of July, it’s essential to reflect on the history and significance of this monumental day. On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, marking the birth of the United States of America and its separation from British rule. The Declaration, primarily drafted by Thomas Jefferson, was a bold assertion of the colonies' desire for freedom and self-governance. It laid the foundation for a nation built on principles of liberty, equality, and the pursuit of happiness. Over the years, the Fourth of July has become a day of unity and celebration, filled with fireworks, parades, and gatherings. It's a time to honor the bravery and vision of our Founding Fathers, as well as the countless individuals who have contributed to the nation's growth and success. At Walker Capital Partners, we recognize the importance of independence and resilience, values that are deeply ingrained in our nation's history and spirit. As we enjoy the festivities, let's also remember the significance of this day and the enduring strength it symbolizes. Wishing everyone a happy and safe Fourth of July! 🇺🇸 #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #AmericanHistory #WalkerCapitalPartners #Liberty #Resilience

Representation matters. Did you know that only 1.5% of the places listed in the National Register of Historic Places in Ohio relate to Black heritage? And in Cleveland—where approximately half of residents identify as Black—only 4% of National Register listings represent Black heritage. Cleveland Restoration Society is working to increase the representation of African American cultural heritage sites in the National Register. We are honored to be one of 21 recipients of an Underrepresented Communities grant from the National Park Service, which will enable us to nominate six historic Black churches to the National Register of Historic Places: Advent Evangelical Lutheran, Emmanuel Baptist, Greater Abyssinia Baptist, Greater Friendship Baptist, Nazarene Baptist, and New Life at Calvary. Read more about the Underrepresented Communities grant program and award recipients at https://lnkd.in/dHaHhraR

🇺🇸 #NeverForget 🇺🇸 Today marks the 22nd anniversary of 9/11, a day that forever changed our lives. It's crucial that we pause to remember and honor the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost in the tragic events of that day. 9/11 taught us the resilience of the human spirit, the power of unity, and the importance of coming together as a nation. In the face of adversity, we saw countless acts of heroism and selflessness. As we pay tribute to the fallen, let's also reflect on how this day shaped our world. It underscored the need for vigilance, strengthened our commitment to freedom, and highlighted the value of empathy and understanding in an increasingly interconnected world. Let's ensure that the memory of 9/11 lives on, not just as a reminder of the pain and loss, but as a symbol of our enduring strength, unity, and hope for a better future. #September11 #UnitedWeStand #NeverForget911 🇺🇸🗽🙏

A closed chapter is not a disservice to the world, it is a clear path paved for future generations. Throughout history struggle has been romanticized, portraying that a journey through hardships is the ultimate mark of success... We are here to rewrite the narrative and dismental systems and practices that foster exploitation and injustice. For future generations. In this present moment, we stand against the struggles our forefathers faced in the past.

"There is a new generation of individuals and families coming forward now who have never experienced institutions: children who have gone to regular schools and will have different expectations and responsibilities in tomorrow’s society. It is our challenge now to facilitate the bridge between generations and ensure the next generation is supported in achieving their goals by building on the heritage of the pioneers who came before." Judy Carter-Smith, 1996, "Say Goodbye to Woodlands For Me" Read more about the history of institutionalization here: https://lnkd.in/g_uDuV2m

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55 Stories, One Nation: Celebrating July 4th Nearly 250 years ago in Philadelphia, a fledgling America boldly declared independence from Britain to forge what the United States Constitution later deemed "a more perfect Union." Today, we understand that America's story isn't a single narrative but a tapestry woven from diverse histories. It encompasses the struggles and triumphs of countless individuals and communities who have shaped the nation's identity. This Fourth of July, delve into stories from every single state, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, American Samoa, US Virgin Islands, and Guam. By sharing these stories, we honor our civic duty to embrace the full spectrum of American history and preserve the places integral to our collective identity. https://ow.ly/A78350StBSb

Reflecting on D-Day, our SpartanNash CEO Tony Sarsam challenges us to remember how the individual sacrifices of the generation from 80 years ago became our shared responsibility today, inspiring us to higher purpose. Read his latest blog post on his hope for today’s generations. https://dy.si/sa4eai2

Reflecting on D-Day, our SpartanNash CEO Tony Sarsam challenges us to remember how the individual sacrifices of the generation from 80 years ago became our shared responsibility today, inspiring us to higher purpose. Read his latest blog post on his hope for today’s generations. https://dy.si/P69iP