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One of the many ways Greyston has created a more equitable workplace is via open hiring policies. Greenheart chatted with CEO Joe and rising star Monte about how their venture gives people hope by providing second chances and has evolved into the exceptional B Corp it is today. You can find this episode, and more, here: https://buff.ly/3XdsN8v #OpenHiring #InclusiveEmployment #BCorp #RegenerativeByNature

Up For Discussion: What Makes an Inclusive Public Square? Explore how the right infrastructure, commitment to accessibility, unity, liberty, and compassion can transform public spaces. The public square is more than just physical; it's a metaphorical space where society thrives. Join us in examining how we can make it truly inclusive. The building of user-friendly environments or to empowering individuals, our contributors share insights on fostering inclusivity in public squares.   Dive into thought-provoking perspectives from Benjamin A. Bross, Emily Ladau, Luis Rodriguez, and Bamby Salcedo, offering diverse viewpoints on shaping inclusive public spaces. Explore the physical characteristics, commitment to accessibility, principles of unity, liberty, and compassion that underpin inclusive public squares. Discover the essential elements that create welcoming public squares such as user-friendly infrastructure or empowering marginalized communities.   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e_Y2iNQh #InclusiveSpaces #CommunityEngagement How do you envision the public square of the future? Let us know in the comments!

Last Thursday, Federal's VP of Creative Planning and Development, Geoff Sharpe, took the mic at Bisnow's panel on "The Future of Friendship Heights and Chevy Chase." So, what's next for this historic area located directly across from Washington, DC? Geoff highlighted: 🔹 Market-Driven Development: How trending factors like increased residential demand are shaping our decisions in creating top-tier mixed-use environments. 🔹 Experiential Placemaking: Creating vibrant environments that seamlessly integrate residential, retail, and office spaces. 🔹 Investment Potential: Why Friendship Heights and Chevy Chase are prime for growth and investment. Thanks to Bisnow for hosting, and to Geoff for representing our vision for the future of #CRE development. Stay tuned for more insights and updates! #RealEstate #Investment #CommercialRealEstate #RetailTransformation

All of us have heard the stories of small-town folks trying to make their way in the big city. The struggle of adjustment, the first oohs and aahs at the shiny glass buildings, and constantly swinging between ‘I am going to make it big here’, and ‘Do I really belong here?’ But the real struggle isn’t in those big, dramatic moments. It’s in the small, almost invisible ones. It’s when your coworker casually throws around phrases like “tres leches” or “aperitif,” and you sit there wondering if it's something you eat or an art piece. It’s the malls here being just another weekend stop, but growing up, a trip to the city mall far away was a once-in-a-year dream. It’s in the moving houses and sometimes even cities - trying to find your home away from home. It’s the difference between permanent address and current address. Back home, birthday celebrations meant pastries and maggi after an intense musical chair, while here McDonald's or a Smaash arcade party is the norm. I remember the excitement of waiting at the first traffic light in my hometown. Something about that red signal felt important, like I was stepping into a new world. It's in the realisation that we come from places where everyone knows your name, and now we’re in cities where anonymity is the norm. It's in the little things - the call back home after a long day, or the instant connection with someone who speaks your language. Because it was always in the little things. Always. #smalltowngirl #citylife #findinghome

In today's dynamic workplace, the generation gap is more pronounced than ever before 😳 From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, each group brings its own set of values, work styles, and communication preferences. But here's the exciting part – this diversity is not a hurdle; it's a treasure trove of potential! Bridging the generation gap is about more than just getting along – it's about leveraging the unique strengths and perspectives each age group offers. Our job is to create a workplace where the tech-savvy enthusiasm of younger generations harmonizes with the seasoned insights of older colleagues. But how do we create this harmonious blend? It's about creating opportunities for intergenerational mentorship, collaboration, and learning. It's about recognizing that, regardless of age, everyone has something valuable to contribute. Take a moment today to explore ways we can bridge the generation gap in our workplaces. What activities, policies, or practices have you seen or would like to see implemented to encourage intergenerational understanding and collaboration? Share your thoughts, experiences, or suggestions on how to bridge the generation gap at work. Your insight is invaluable – let's hear it! 🗣️

What You Must Know Before Moving to Bellevue WA | Living In Bellevue Washington Considering a move to Bellevue, WA? Hold up! In this video, I'll dive into Bellevue's sizzling job market, scorching real estate scene, top-tier schools, and enviable lifestyle. From tech giants to hidden gems, I'm uncovering it all. Is Bellevue truly worth the buzz (and the hefty price tag)? I hope you find this video helpful and love it. Please feel free to share your thoughts and questions in the comment section below. I will be more than happy to answer them all. Link to the full video:https://lnkd.in/gW7-_Knp #BellevueWA #SeattleMetroArea #WashingtonRealEstate

These kind of partnerships are why we are able to do what we do.

Building a culture takes a good deal of time, effort and planning. Thanks to our Culture Team for planning a wonderful few NYC days for our team! #culture #theateamconsulting #outsourcedaccounting #fractionalcfo #fractionalmanagement

Wondering if you should be building a team to help reach your shared mission? It was funny because yesterday my incredible wife Kelsey sent me a text it really made me pause… #ProudHusbandMoment Not because she was writing to tell me how impressed and proud she is of what we’ve accomplished, what I’ve built. Thanks Kelsey, I love you. ❤️ But here’s the truth... It made me self-reflect because I couldn’t have done anything on my own, so I really don’t deserve the recognition. .. It’s not just me. It’s ‘we’. Not only has Kelsey allowed me to thrive as my life teammate, but WE HAVE built this together. 💪🏻 The CityLife community. All of us. It’s WILD to think that in the last five years, all of us have collectively built CityLife Residential into what it is today – the third fastest-growing company in Pittsburgh over the last three years. A chip and a chair. To over $100M in portfolio value in 5 Years. A business of 50 people waking up daily to attack goals! 📈 The thing is, the portfolio is what it is. It’s just a vehicle to build what we have built. A business, a community. A happy and thriving community of a group of like-minded people chasing the same vision of happiness in the workplace. More importantly, what we are going to achieve in the future. The additional people’s lives we will be able to bring into our community and change their life for the better. To help them find their happiness. So dang excited. Look out world, we aren’t slowing down. 🌍🚀 Let’s go! 👊🏼

Last week I was looking at NYC's skyline and a thought struck me: How many stories, connections, and opportunities are hidden behind those windows? With Manhattan's population of 1.6M, the number of lost opportunities is gigantic! Then I did some math...Each of my contacts has an average 1,500 connections of their own. That means I’m only two degrees away from 1.6M people - the same as Manhattan’s population. It’s a small world, but are we making the most of it? In Casalist we're on a mission to shorten this gap. By analyzing over 400 data points for each of your contacts, Casalist illuminates who you should contact next and which relationships you should nurture. 💡 Brainstorming Challenge 💡If you could know one data point about all of your contacts, what would it be and why? I'll go first: I’d love to know what books they read last year, so I can connect with them on a deeper level and offer them value. 👇 Share your thoughts below! #Networking #Casalist #Connections