Progress Not Perfection with Mary-Claire Burick
The President at Rosslyn Business Improvement District, Mary-Claire Burick, joined us for a discussion on the value of community engagement, the importance of self-care, and the significance of having empathy as a leader. Mary also gives tips for avoiding burnout in both your personal and professional life.
About:
The Rosslyn Business Improvement District (BID) is a designated 17-block mixed-use, urban center in the heart of Rosslyn, Virginia. Funded by a special tax paid by property owners within the BID boundaries, the Rosslyn BID provides services to enhance, grow and maintain the neighborhood through a public/private partnership with Arlington County. The Rosslyn BID provides high-quality, customer-oriented services for their 25,000 employees, 15,000 residents and 1.2 million visitors a year to enhance, grow, and connect the neighborhood. https://www.rosslynva.org/
Mary-Claire’s Personal Wellness: Surrounding herself with a positive group of people
Owning Your Gravitas with Lisa Sun
How do you take a difficult situation and turn it into something positive? CEO and Founder at GRAVITAS, Lisa Sun, joined us for a powerful conversation on the definition of gravitas, embodying body positivity, and exuding self-confidence.
GRAVITAS is a fashion company with a mission to catalyze confidence. GRAVITAS clothing emphasizes intelligent function meets size-inclusive versatile fashion. https://gravitasnewyork.com/
Lisa’s Personal Wellness: Positive affirmations
Pushing Forward with Jordan Hill
Former NFL Player & Chief Community Officer at The Bridge, Jordan Hill, joined us for a conversation on struggling with mental wellness while in the NFL, switching to a plant-based diet and bridging the wealth gap through community.
About:
The Bridge acquires old properties like schools, malls, and warehouses, then turns them into “eco villages” in the inner city. Its properties are intended to be totally sustainable and self-contained mixed-use “Eco-Villages” with housing, commercial/retail space, co-working, urban agriculture, innovation/education center and entertainment. https://www.thebridgeecovillage.com/
Jordan’s Personal Wellness: Eating healthy
Perspective is Timeless with John Simpkins
The Head of Musical Theater at Penn State, John Simpkins, joined us for a discussion on viewing wellness as a way of life, having perspective at any age and integrating mental wellness programs for college students.
About:
John Simpkins directed the three-time Drama Desk nominated Off-Broadway production of Bloodsong of Love: The Rock and Roll Spaghetti Western. He also directed The Black Suits at Center Theatre Group. In addition, Simpkins has been a part of several international and regional productions. Prior to joining Penn State, he was a member of the faculty at NYU – where he directed Sweet Smell of Success, Floyd Collins, A Man of No Importance, The Fix, Kiss of the Spider Woman, Violet, Urinetown, Merrily We Roll Along, Parade, Fiorello! and A New Brain. Learn more: https://arts.psu.edu/faculty/john-simpkins/”
John’s Personal Wellness: Slowing down and remembering to trust the process
Ageism in Society with Jay Newton-Small
Jay Newton-Small, Founder of MemoryWell, joined us to discuss the struggles that come with being a caregiver, how women are changing America and the impact of Alzheimer’s on mental wellness.
MemoryWell is a digital platform for storytelling that brings the skills of professional writers to the challenge of helping elders tell their life story.
Jay’s Personal Wellness: Running, meditation and therapy
Accelerating Innovation with Doug Anderson
https://vimeo.com/442432928
CEO & Founder of DCA Live, Doug Anderson, joined us to discuss the demand for connecting with peers, the power of interpersonal relationships and pivoting his business during the pandemic.
DCA Live hosts live and virtual events that engage the people and companies that are driving growth in the Washington DC economy. DCA Live events serve the start-up/VC/tech, real estate, gov con, HR, legal, and nonprofit/association business communities in the greater DC area.
Doug's Personal Wellness: Morning walks with the dog and listening to podcasts.
Reputational Capital with David Mercer
https://vimeo.com/440373253
"Every day is a new day." David Mercer, President, Mercer & Associates, Inc. joined us to discuss decisions guided by principles, the concept of rent-free space and the importance of taking care of yourself.
David Mercer, President, Mercer & Associates, Inc.
Mercer and Associates, Inc. (M&A), is a government and public affairs consulting firm in 1997. M&A--with emphasis on developing public/private partnerships--represents government entities and corporations on public affairs strategies, consults national and statewide candidates on strategy and operations, advises non-profits on advocacy and development and has raised over a hundred million dollars in public/private partnership funds.
David's Personal Wellness: Taking time for himself.
Beyond the Algorithm with Bethanne Patrick
https://vimeo.com/438275345
Freelance writer and author, Bethanne Patrick, joined us for a moving discussion on mental health. Bethanne shares her experience with double depression, gives tips on managing mental health and stresses the importance of a proper diagnosis.
Bethanne Patrick, Freelance Writer and Author.
Bethanne is one of Flavorwire‘s “35 Writers Who Run the Literary Internet,” is a writer, author, and literary critic. She tweets @TheBookMaven and created the popular #FridayReads meme for book sharing. The author of three nonfiction titles including her most recent, an anthology called The Books that Changed My Life: Reflections from 100 Authors, Artists, Musicians, and Other Interesting People, Patrick is on the board of the National Book Critics Circle and reviews frequently for The Washington Post and NPR Books among other publications. Her upcoming memoir Life B (Counterpoint) addresses her lifelong struggle with double depression. Patrick has appeared on TV and radio, including NY1, PBS, and NPR. A graduate of Smith College, she has a master’s degree in English from The University of Virginia and lives in the DC metro area with her family.
Bethanne's Personal Wellness: Going on a Walk, Yoga
The Next Generation of Leaders with Raynell Brown
https://vimeo.com/436441390
Special education teacher, Raynell Brown, joined us to discuss the next generation of leaders. Raynell touches on the youth’s ability to change the world, the power of the teaching community and the availability of mental wellness resources for children both inside and outside the classroom.
Raynell Brown, Special Education Teacher, Loudoun County Schools.
Raynell's Personal Wellness: Reading
Reinventing the Wheel during COVID-19 with Michael Sapienza
https://vimeo.com/434101412
Make them stand up and listen. CEO of Colorectal Cancer Alliance, Michael Sapienza, talks all things COVID-19. Michael touches on how he is helping people with cancer, reinventing the wheel when it comes to fundraising and taking care of mental wellness during these difficult times.
Michael Sapienza, CEO of the Colorectal Cancer Alliance
Colorectal Cancer Alliance is the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to colorectal cancer. The organization empowers a nation of allies who provide genuine support for patients and families, caregivers, and survivors; to raise awareness of preventative measures; and inspire efforts to fund critical research.
Michael's Personal Wellness: Taking time for himself and breathing.
