VSAC study of college completion rates sparks conversation about improving higher education outcomes – Vermont outperforms other states, but still has plenty of challenges – and potential solutions
The Vermont Student Assistance Corp. and the Vermont State Colleges System were joined by state leaders in the education, business, and policymaking communities at a summit today to discuss results of a comprehensive VSAC study that looked at college retention and completion rates among Vermont’s high school class of 2012. The study was based on […]
Mark Benjamin Joins National Life As Chief People Officer
Mark Benjamin, a human resources professional with more than two decades of experience, has joined National Life as Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer. He oversees all of National Life’s recruiting, training, performance management and compensation programs. “Mark has a long and proven record of leading all elements of human resources – from talent […]
The Skinny Pancake Announces Big Tiny Love Album Release Party
Vermont Musicians come together to celebrate our tiniest loves in a compilation children’s music album, “Big Tiny Love” to support The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at UVM Medical Center Children’s Hospital. On Friday, November 30th, “Big Tiny Love” album will be released for sale at all Skinny Pancake outlets and through the website, www.bigtinylove.com. […]
Round Sky’s Invitation for Business Leaders to Take the FREE 7 Day Self Care Challenge
As 2018 wraps up, elections close, and the season changes, it is the perfect time to reflect on how far you’ve come. Yes, if you’re like most socially responsible business leaders, you’re busy and likely exhausted, you deserve some time to tend to yourself. Consider this transition time as an opportunity for self-care. As a […]
Capstone Community Action and VSECU Partner on ‘Fuel Your Neighbors’ to Provide Emergency Food and Heating Assistance to Vulnerable Vermonters this Winter
Capstone Community Action and VSECU (Vermont State Employees Credit Union) have teamed up again this winter to launch Fuel Your Neighbors, an initiative to support emergency food and heating assistance for vulnerable central Vermont households. Winter is a tough time for thousands of Vermonters. Families often must choose between necessities like food and heat. Children […]
Young Changemakers are Committed to Positive Change – VBSR and High Meadows Fund partner to launch third annual young professional’s network
Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility and the High Meadows Fund launched the third annual Vermont Changemakers Tableprofessional network for mission-driven young Vermonters. The Changemakers Table is designed to help members meet with and learn from experienced Vermont professionals who have used their careers to influence the state’s environmental, social, and economic future – and to […]
National Life Recognized For Corporate Philanthropy
National Life was recognized recently for its corporate philanthropy by a group dedicated to supporting nonprofits. The Northern New England chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals presented its “Outstanding Corporation” award to National Life at a luncheon during National Philanthropy Day. National Life was recognized for the work of its charitable foundation, which distributes […]
Shop Small to Invest Big, Local Businesses Give Back to Community
Brattleboro business leaders gather to stress the importance of shopping small – Local businesses are often inspired to give back to the community that supports them. Vermonter owned businesses make local investments not only by employing workers, preserving downtowns and participating in local economies, but also through community initiatives and programs. Local First Vermont makes […]