Growing up as the only boy in the family for many years, I quickly realized that I would need to articulate my thoughts very precisely and as effectively as possible. I was also taught the importance of chivalry (which is not dead) and a quote that still remains true today: "Behind every successful man, a great woman is behind him". In this case the three women in the photo are right in front and they are individuals who are responsible for all of the success of Summer Camp 2017. While planning may have been completed after April Vacation in my office after a few pots of coffee with our CEO, the day in day out success goes to them.
Lily Curtis oversees all aspects of Career Launch program in collaboration with YouthWorks initiative. This means she has successfully placed nearly 25 deserving committed teenagers in their first positions/jobs with local partners (Mapfre, Lighthouse Printworks and the Boys & Clubs). She also holds weekly meeting with the Jr. Staff on professional development, educational goals, and continued opportunities beyond the summer program.