Listening

I had the privilege in June of hosting a retirement party for my outgoing boss and PIP’s executive director, Becky Dembo. It was a fun filled evening with lots of laughter, good friends, fond memories and great conversations.

We all wished Becky well as she eloquently said goodbye to us all,
“One door does not close without another opening wide, so thanks for the memories….I’m off on a new ride.”

So here I am on a new ride of my own wondering what to do next? As I begin and lead the charge, where will I take PIP? And what can I do to complement the great work that has already been done before?

Of this I am certain, capacity building is never done and there is always a new ride, a new wave cresting, another window to open. So I begin this new day by listening. Listening to all of you who have worked with PIP, funded PIP, donated to PIP, volunteered for PIP, and supported PIP. Listening to your needs and wants, your desires and dreams for yourselves, your families, your organizations and finally for PIP. As I listen, what remains clear is that there is still work to be done; nonprofits are as busy as ever with fewer resources than ever. And what I know for certain, PIP is here to help. So please call us, we'll listen.