How the Chamber Makes Connections, cont'd.

her swim coach, and by her own description, he was her “father that’s not her father”. The gentleman is indeed a father. His own daughter won one of these scholarships just 2 years ago! The young lady winning this year’s scholarship had been missing a father figure in her life for quite some time. This incredible man was her connection to a very successful high school completion, finishing top of her class, winning scholarships, and being accepted into college where she plans to be a Marine Biologist.

This isn’t the end of the connection. What we also learned was that this young lady’s mother is 100% disabled, and she is the primary person responsible for her mother’s well-being. WOW! Now Janice and I are astonished and both wondering “how is this beautiful young lady going to manage all of this?” Janice began gently gathering more details and confirming what steps had already been taken. Before the night was over, the young lady was armed with names and numbers of several people she may not have ever known existed, and most importantly, Janice’s cell phone number for any additional needs.

This connection likely would not have happened had I not decided to sit at this table with complete strangers. This connection likely would not have happened if Janice had not decided to sit with us. This connection likely would not have happened if we had not been open to conversation and sharing. Not only did this amazing young woman get great connections to help with her mother, but one of our Chamber members, or at least one of her business partners, is likely to receive a new client connection.

It was a beautiful connection!!

If you have a beautiful connection story, let us know. Your story might end up in the next edition of Noteworthy.