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hat old aphorism “a rising tide lifts all boats” has never been more true. On the eve of this issue going to press in December, The Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro brought together stakeholders at Morehead Planetarium & Science Center for the public launch of The Campaign for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro. For years, the Chamber has been laser-focused on workforce development and affordable housing initiatives “... designed to strengthen the community and fulfill our vision for a resilient, globally recognized community with the talent, infrastructure and investment needed to drive the success of local employers and support world-class education, public amenities and thriving downtowns.” We all win when an organization like the Chamber backs these goals – and it could use our support, too. The theme of doing things for the greater good – whether that’s within the entrepreneurial community or for local kids – ran through the stories written by senior staff writer Anna-Rhesa Versola. All four Influencers featured combine hard work and grit with a personal calling to initiate change. One of them, Sheryl Waddell, director of economic development and innovation hubs, is charged with retaining and growing transformative companies and talent in Chapel Hill. Through downtown Chapel Hill’s new Innovate Carolina Junction, Sheryl is positioned to do just that. “Not only is this a good idea, but it’s necessary,” she told Rhesa. “It will help the economy of the town.” While it may not be our job like it is for Sheryl, each of us has the power to contribute positively to the community’s collective well-being. It could be as simple as an act of kindness or as big as involvement in a global initiative. Reelected Carrboro Town Council member Eliazar Posada, for instance, told Rhesa of his need to run for office: “[There was a] point … where I was like, ‘I need to be in one of those seats.’” And so, as we face the fresh start of a new year, I encourage you to seek out inspiration and find your path to growth. CHM
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