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"When Pupil Progress is in place, the conversation is focused on where it should be: the students" ⭐ As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, @BarnabyGrimble, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer, and @BrettGriffin, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, reflect on the value of Pupil Progress. Watch our video to find out more👇 #PupilProgress #LetsGetTracking #BusinessSuccess #CompanyGrowth #CelebratingSuccess #AnniversaryCelebration #Quote #QuoteOfTheDay #3Ts #Time #Talent #Technology #Video

I imagine I’m like many, diving into 2024 in wonderment for what it has in store. The journey is already starting to take shape even though some goals have already fallen off over here (i.e., a vacation-cruise by January - c’mon, who was I kidding, lol). And sure, there are goals that always make their way into every year's promise, like taking heed of the “KonMari Method” for radical decluttering in my spaces, making its traction at a snail’s pace; or weight loss, better health and work routines; advancement of this and that... At this moment... At this moment, it's a delight to catch this video I took part in back in 2023 (the team, and me at time-stamp 1:04), by the fabulous Bob Fleck, during my first of two terms as a Board member at New Visions Toronto. What a heart and eye-opening, fun experience so far with this amazing, dedicated team. It brought me to the question for this year, which often comes up for me, “Can you actually make a difference in the world?” Well, why not?! It starts with making a conscious choice to explore, then seize opportunities where your valued skill set, kind-hearted contribution can serve in a meaningful way, for a better world, better community, better life for self and others. One such opportunity is serving to support organizations and their people for a meaningful cause - like, New Visions' mission for better community inclusion and quality care/living for those with complex developmental disabilities. Research tells us that there is an estimated 1.3 billion people – about 16% of the global population – who currently experience and live with a disability. And this is increasing due to the aging population and increase of diseases. According to UNICEF with the World Health Organization (2023 Global Report), children and young people with developmental disabilities are a large and growing population. In Canada alone, about 315,000 (or 5.1%) of Canadians aged 15+ years are living with a developmental disability or disorder – more than 64,000 with developmental and disability challenges reside in Ontario. Consider New Visions Toronto as a “charity of choice” to add to your brilliance of making a difference. As there is no such thing as a small contribution for making a difference, there are various ways to contribute and help out in this no-small feat: 👉🏽Follow their page to help them grow their presence on social media. 👉🏽Consider donating - e.g., $, time, volunteer, or sponsorship/partnership. 👉🏽Share this post and other posts from the New Visions page to increase awareness. Giddy up, with much love! #communityimpact #bettertogether #developmentaldisabilities

Supporting businesses at all developmental stages is the core to the #Sprint programs’ mission. 2023 reflects this commitment by providing essential resources to underserved communities, rural areas, and key industries. Learn about Sprint accelerator programs: https://lnkd.in/gustKn5z

🌟 Day 1: Traction Annual Meeting - Gaining Momentum! 🚀📅 Our Darkhorse Tech leadership team kicked off the first day of our Traction / EOS annual meeting with enthusiasm and focus in the vibrant city of New Orleans! Today was all about laying the groundwork for our future growth and success. 🎯💼 Here's a sneak peek into our action-packed day: 🌄 Morning Session: We started with a review of our previous year's goals – celebrating our wins and learning from our challenges. 💡 Vision Building: We dove into redefining our vision, ensuring every team member is aligned and excited about the direction we're heading. 📊 Data and Metrics Review: A deep dive into our performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and strategies for continued success. 🥗 Lunch & Learn: A collaborative break with great food and even better conversations, fueling our minds and bodies. 🌀 Identifying Issues: An open forum to pinpoint challenges, followed by brainstorming sessions for practical, innovative solutions. 📝 Planning Ahead: Setting specific, measurable goals for the upcoming year to keep us on the path to excellence. It's been an invigorating day full of insights, alignment, and team building. The energy here is palpable, and we're just getting started! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to shape the future of Darkhorse Tech. 💪🖥 #DarkhorseTech #TractionMeeting #LeadershipGoals #TeamAlignment #BusinessGrowth #NOLA #EOS #PlanningForSuccess #InnovativeIT

Before we can launch into the new year, we’re spending some time reflecting on some of what made 2023 one of our best years yet at #MitchellTech! Here is a look at just a few of the highlights. #BeTheBest #YearInReview #HappyNewYear

As we kick into action in 2024, we wanted to celebrate our team's 2023 MVP moments, here's Natalie Sullivan's take 🎉 Here's to tons more time spent visiting people in their homes and worlds in 2024! #Marketresearch #Yearinreview #Humaninsights

🎉 Happy 3rd Foundation Day to Tech Q Ware 🎉 Today marks another milestone in our journey together, filled with growth, achievements, and memorable moments. From overcoming challenges to celebrating successes, each day has been a testament to our dedication and teamwork. Here's to many more years of collaboration, innovation, and making a positive impact together! #OfficeAnniversary #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork 🚀🎈

Just like the Avengers assembled to save the world, the FocusU team came together for our epic offsite to save the day from the everyday grind! No suits, no titles - No hierarchies here! Whether you're the Thor of sales or the Hulk of creativity, everyone mingled, laughed, and had a blast together. Remember when Tony Stark casually called out “Cap” to Steve Rogers? That’s how we roll too - everyone’s on a first-name basis, and yes, you can totally chat with senior leaders like they’re your BFFs. We built bonds. We broke barriers. We took on challenges. And we mixed laughter with learning. Truly, FocusU offsite 2024 was one to remember. #officeculturegoals #corporateoffsite #teambuilding #buildingteamspirit #ahealthyworkplace #Ahealthyworkplaceisahappyworkplace #workhardplayharder #bemore #focusu

📼 Embracing Nostalgia: A Journey Through 80s Technology 📀 Growing up in the 1980s in a typical new housing suburb in Sneek, I witnessed the exciting emergence of technological marvels like CD players, home computers, and video recorders into our homes. Alongside these gadgets came the cozy trend of renting films from the local video store for memorable movie nights. I was fortunate to have access to a Commodore 64 and later a CD player, but unlike many families, movie watching wasn't a common pastime for the van der Meer family. Thankfully, our neighbors, the Teensmas, were pioneers in our neighborhood. They owned a sophisticated VCR that was constantly in use an advanced model with cutting-edge video heads, a plethora of buttons and possibilities, a futuristic remote, and a large Sony Trinitron flat-screen. They were the true innovators of our neighborhood, opening up the world of home cinema to many. Visiting their home was always a treat. Edwin Teensma, who was honing his skills on his MSX home computer with games like Ghostbusters and H.E.R.O., often rented movies, inviting me to join in. One unforgettable one was "A View to a Kill," the James Bond film featuring a stellar soundtrack by Duran Duran and minor role to them on the Eiffel tower and the captivating Grace Jones. To this day, the music and memories of that era fill me with joy. Reflecting on my youth, I realize what a privilege it was to be exposed to diverse people, technologies, and opportunities that shaped my future. At Snakeware Digital Partner, with our philosophy of Explore Growth Together, we're committed to fostering similar enriching experiences for today's youth and talent. Let's continue to communicate, listen, create space for one another, and collaborate towards a bright future for all generations. Wish to build a future where the positive impact of our past inspires for greatness. 🌟 #80sNostalgia #TechnologyTales #Innovation #ChildhoodMemories #CommunityFirst #FutureLeadership #ExploreGrowth #TogetherWeGrow

Today, marks an awesome milestone of thirteen years. A time to celebrate the beginning, the mission, company values, and outstanding industry progression. I am grateful to work for a company with a daily focus on safety, strong customer relationships, internal employee growth, integrity, honesty, innovation, development, and the pursuit to become to become better human beings. #13strong #congratulations #foundationalvalues #foundationday