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The Value of Community Support When companies make commitments to support their community a key part of their business strategy, the benefits can translate into a boost to the bottom line. “Company wide we encourage our city mangers to support local organizations and programs that are making a difference,” states President Jon Diamond. For example, Jon points to Hawaii where City Manager Jasmine-Victoria A. Crusat is using her community involvement to get new locations, build brand awareness and create
long term relationships. “My first thought was ok, I’m going to drive relationships but I knew I needed community support,” states Jasmine. She adds, “We began by attending and networking at events like Habitat for Humanity and the Muscular Dystrophy Association.” Additionally, Jasmine saw the need for more positive exposure so she says she became involved in the Adopt-A-Highway Program. “It provided a great opportunity to promote civic responsibility, community pride, and camaraderie within organizations.” In Vancouver, BC, Mike Poirier, Vice President of Operations Diamond Parking LTD, singles out support for the Jewish Community Center’s annual Sports Dinner and the YMCA Strong Kids program. In San Diego, City Manager Alex Isvanca, reports he is working closely with Pacific Beach Street Guardians. “It’s a non-profit group that retrains homeless to get them back in the workforce. I am in negotiations now with the CEO to maybe have them do daily maintenance on our parking lots.” In Spokane, Andrea Pierce, Regional Vice President of Operations, says Continued on inside
Regional VP of Operations Mike Poirier with BC Lions star receiver Manny Arsenault at the JCC Sports Dinner
Pacific Beach Street Guardians help clean up the community
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