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26 Jul
Washington County Leaders Believe Teamwork, VSU RDI Partnership Will Drive Future Economic, Community Development
“I am excited about the future of my team from Washington County and the City of Davisboro,” said Mary Beth Brownlee, director of One Valdosta-Lowndes and Washington County mentor. “Their passion and energy for what ‘could be’ for their rural community is the base foundation for success. Their heart for their residents and the growth that is coming to their area was both palpable and sincere. One of the most encouraging things I heard from the Davisboro team was their commitment to making sure their community has a seat at the table. Often, in rural communities, that’s what it takes — fierce advocacy and vision. They have that in spades."
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26 Jul
VSU RDI Readies Lee County Leaders for Immediate Success, Long-Term Stability
“The future is bright in Leesburg, and I'm excited to be a part of it all,” said Amanda White, Leesburg City Council member. “We did compile a prioritized list of projects that will receive extensive focus in order to boost economic and community growth. One will be a partnership with VSU to develop a strong visioning and branding campaign. It's something we really need in Leesburg, and I'm really excited about it. We've already started initial communication with the school to kick start the process. Other initiatives on the list include downtown development and housing development. These are ongoing projects that will continue to be prioritized by our leadership teams.”
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23 Jul
Jenkins County Leaders Leave VSU RDI With Toolbox Full of Strategies to Drive Positive Change
“The RDI program was one of the best classes I have ever attended,” said Mandy Underwood, executive director of the Millen-Jenkins County Chamber of Commerce and Development Authority. “It inspired me immensely, offering fresh perspectives and innovative ideas for helping our community grow and develop in the years ahead. I am leaving with a renewed sense of purpose and a toolbox full of strategies to drive positive change and foster sustainable development in our community.”
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23 Jul
VSU RDI Introduces Coffee County Leaders to Community, Economic Development Resources, Stories of Rural Success
“Darrell Moore's vision, and with the Valdosta State University team, produced a solid program for strategic public policy for development of rural communities," said Al Hodge, founder and chief executive officer of Hodge Consulting Services LLC and Coffee County mentor. "This is especially timely because of the increase in Georgia's population and more interest in living and working beyond metro areas.”
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16 Jul
VSU’s Noviello Completes USG Executive Leadership Institute
Valdosta State University’s Dr. Sheri Noviello, interim provost and vice president of the Division of Academic Affairs, is the latest Blazer to graduate from the University System of Georgia’s Executive Leadership Institute.
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9 Jul
Charlton County Leaders Leave VSU RDI Ready to Transform Community, Revitalize Downtown Area
“The RDI inspired me immensely by providing a wealth of valuable information on revitalizing our downtown area and offering practical strategies to initiate these efforts within Charlton County and the City of Folkston,” said Melodey Martindale, executive director of the Charlton County Okefenokee Chamber of Commerce. “One of the most significant aspects was the opportunity to network with other attendees and speakers, establishing connections that will be invaluable moving forward.”
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8 Jul
New Endowment Honors Herb and Linda Reinhard, Supports VSU’s Legacy of Athletic Excellence
Allan and Joan Dear, longtime friends of VSU and VSU Athletics, established the Herb and Linda Reinhard Scholarship endowment with an initial gift of $25,000. With a focus on expanding the scholarship’s impact on campus, the couple has vowed to match future gifts to the endowment up to $400,000.
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5 Jul
VSU RDI Inspires Early County Leaders to Expand Local Partnerships, Foster Sustainable Growth
“The RDI inspired me by showcasing successful rural development projects that foster community engagement, which provided valuable insight for appropriate, sustainable growth,” said Susanne Reynolds, director of the Development Authority of Early County. “I left with new ideas and plans to promote economic development opportunities by bringing local partnerships together to create a thriving future for Early County.”
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