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Check out this article from a great Marine Officer, Naval Academy Football Alum, and all around leader...

Check out this article from a great Marine Officer, Naval Academy Football Alum, and all around leader...

Rabbi Ziona Zelazo: Listening, Learning, Caring By Emily Kratzer Here is a woman brought up in Israel, where she served in the Israeli Defense Force, attended Tel Aviv University, immigrated to the United States and fulfilled her second career goal of being an ordained rabbi; read about her spiritual awakening and her philosophy about success and growth—it is not only me who can do it, she says, everybody can do it, even later in life. Page 28 https://lnkd.in/erPa_y2v

At Arabella, getting B Corp certified isn’t the end of the road – it’s just the beginning. Most B Corps keep improving their impact over time. And B Lab is doing its part too, by continually raising the bar for certification. As world issues are ever-changing, it’s up to us to keep moving better business forward. And you’re invited. Learn more about how the B Corp standards are evolving at: https://ow.ly/zuv050QKPS8

I researched and wrote this piece commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the MCHD and, in the process, discovered my new favorite historical quote! Give it a read here: https://lnkd.in/gTCTrukj

March is B Corp Month! Read more about the ongoing journey of advancing better business practices while prioritizing positive social and environmental standards. #bcorp #bcorpmonth

Establishing a national #advancedmanufacturing #innovation institute in 10 years takes investments and vision from the public sector, like the United States Department of Defense and Department of Defense Manufacturing Technology Program, the private sector, #academia, #philanthropy and many others. But what do you do next? Take a listen as LIFT CEO & Executive Director Nigel Francis explains how, "Now is the point where it gets really interesting." #technologydevelopment #talentdevelopment

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Friends. Wow. #TrainingThursday is practically writing itself this week with the #DressCode change in #Congress, confirmation of several #ServiceChiefs , #POTUS neglecting to shake the hand of the Brazilian President, and the #RoyalVisit to France, just to name a few goings-on! Let’s get to it… We’ve previously discussed the #Congressional dress code, so I won’t delve too deeply into it today. Previously, protocol dictated that an improperly attired #Senator would be forced to vote from the doorway of the chamber. I will say that I do not, personally, approve of the change. Not for any political reasons, but I believe there to be a modicum of respect (or not) for others reflected in the attire a person dons for their business. When my own Senators begin dressing down, you can guarantee they’ll receive a note from this constituent (see 📸 below)! It’s a big week for #Confirmations of the #Chairman of the #JointChiefsofStaff , as well as for the #Army and #MarineCorps . From a protocol standpoint, at a minimum, it means we won’t be using the term #Acting anymore and can #FlyTheFlag again. For example, until now, #USMC General Smith was still using the standard #4Star flag (scarlet field with white stars in diamond formation), but will now transition to the actual #Commandant flag (same as 4-star, but with a silver/gold EGA in the center)… It’s a beautiful day to hoist as far as this #Vexillophile is concerned! A bit of Brazilian protocol for you: In Brazil, as in many countries, handshakes are expected at both open and close of an encounter. As a cultural norm, Brazilians are a very tactile people and this is why the President’s gaffe is especially egregious. Unlike in the #UK where a #ConstitutionalMonarchy is law of the land, in Brazil, the President is both the Chief of State and the Head of the Government. Speaking of the UK… Have you been following the #StateVisit to France by #HMKingCharles and #HMQueenCamilla ? How about the visit to #NYC by #HRHPrinceWilliam for the #Earthshot Prize Innovation Summit? Both appear to have progressed along rather swimmingly and I was especially impressed with the King’s toast in French to his guests at the glittering #HallofMirrors at the #PalaceofVersailles . The first thing my eyes went toward were the floral arrangements. When conducting a dining event with foreign guests, a good #ProtocolOfficer will take care to ensure that the flower types and colors are appropriate to the occasion. For example, one would never place purple flowers on the table for a Brazilian visit, as the color is associated with death in that country. Happy Protocol-ing, friends! #SeizetheFire #LifelongLearner #alwaysleading #alwayslearning #FlagEtiquette #RelationshipsMatter #FriendsAndAllies #Diplomacy 📸: Speaking of note-writing… My mother informs that the public library on Old Hammond Highway in Baton Rouge, Louisiana has this week raised a crisp new flag. #PowerToThePeople !

In the aftermath of tragedy, the Garber Family leaned on their CFP® professional for more than financial decisions. Watch their story as they share how a #CFPpro’s support and understanding can make all the difference in navigating life's toughest moments: https://lnkd.in/eKWrvp6U   #CFPpro #FinancialPlanning #Military #MilitaryFamily #ImagineCFP50