TLE - Chapter 11 - 5/28/24

TLE (That Lars Email) - Chapter 11 - 5/28/24

Dear TLE Community,

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With that, onwards and upwards we go....

PROPS

(Please send along career updates/news/celebrations/props/shout outs/snaps for yourself or colleagues for future issues!!)

Mary Gaasch has accepted the role of Executive Director of Crescent Cove , a nonprofit offering care and support for children and young adults with shortened life expectancies, and their families.

Janna Lee named new Senior Director of Development Operations at the National Parks Conservation Association .

William McGeveran named Dean of University of Minnesota Law School .

Zach Tabatt promoted to VP for Economic Opportunity at Initiative Foundation -> https://ifound.org/news/tabatt-elevated-to-vice-president-for-economic-opportunity/

Dave Anderson, MPA, Ed.D. on his new role as Manager of Policy & Partnerships with Minnesota Council on Foundations

Paul Williams announces he will retire as President and CEO of Project for Pride in Living (PPL) at the end of 2024. https://mailchi.mp/ec278f67911e/ppl-e-news-may15-1633568?e=da2d115dee

Imee Cambronero on your new role as Chief of Staff with Minnesota Department of Health

Aarica L. Coleman named president of Land Bank Twin Cities, Inc.

Kathy Robideau leaving her role as president and market publisher of Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal (MSPBJ) to join Versique Search & Consulting as Chief Growth Officer

Neeraj Mehta promoted to Vice President of Programs at McKnight Foundation

Elizabeth McGeveran promoted to Vice President of Investments at McKnight Foundation

Patricia Tototzintle to retire as president and CEO of Esperanza United at the end of 2024 -> https://esperanzaunited.org/en/honoring-president-and-ceo-patricia-tototzintle-before-her-retirement/

Tom Weber joins The Minneapolis Foundation as Sr. Director of Special Initiatives.

Pang Yang named Ramsey County Library Director.

Veena Iyer on being appointed a judge in the Second Judicial District (Ramsey County) of the Minnesota Judicial Branch by Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan effective July 15th.

AMPLIFY

(Have an upcoming event or news in Minnesota that you want to help amplify? Pass it along!!)

"Discover the Trolls in Detroit Lakes, MN" starting in mid-June!! Amazing work by Project 412 MN to bring Thomas Dambo to Minnesota to bring this to life. -> https://visitdetroitlakes.com/explore/discover-trolls-in-detroit-lakes/

Project for Pride in Living (PPL) Annual Breakfast! Tuesday, June 4th 7:00-8:30 am at The Depot in downtown Minneapolis. Event is FREE to attend, guests are encouraged to donate as they are able. Registration here: https://www.ppl-inc.org/events/2024-annual-breakfast

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is eagerly preparing for its Celebration for Changing Lives Gala on September 14th. This significant event usually brings together over 700 business leaders, executives, volunteers, supporters, and colleagues to honor the impactful work of LSS across the state serving 91000+ individuals and families. The celebration will shine a spotlight on our LSS statewide services such as our services for youth & family services, older adults services, services for individuals with identified needs, and veterans.

https://www.lssmn.org/event/celebration-changing-lives-gala

Walker West Music Academy taking over Selby Avenue JazzFest -> https://www.startribune.com/walker-west-music-academy-taking-over-selby-avenue-jazzfest/600365928/

MinnPost "The Future of the Twin Downtowns" event on June 5th with Bill Lindeke , Adam Duininck , Lynette Dumalag presented by Darla Kashian --> https://www.minnpost.com/inside-minnpost/2024/05/tickets-available-to-public-for-minnpost-social-the-future-of-the-twin-downtowns/

CELEBRATE

(Have some news that made your day or inspired you? Please pass it along!)

Bravo #mnleg on passing legislation requiring salary range being disclosed on all job postings for employers with over 30 employees starting 1/1/25 -> https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2024/05/24/minnesota-gender-pay-gap-salary-range-transparency

Jo Saxton 's work leading "The 25" at Bethel University shared in The Minnesota Star Tribune -> https://www.startribune.com/leadership-consultant-focuses-on-younger-emerging-leaders/600365510/

Axios shares on "How to make friends in Minnesota if you didn't go to Kindergarten here" -> https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2024/05/12/making-friends-minnesota-transplant-newcomer-young-professionals via Matthew Lewis GREATER MSP Partnership

Learn more about new Initiative Foundation president Brian Voerding --> https://ifound.org/iq-magazine/issues/where-passion-meets-purpose/leadership-through-listening/

Happy 75th anniversary to Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation ! MinnPost and Andy Steiner visit with HBFF CEO Joseph Lee M.D. on the occasion -> https://www.minnpost.com/mental-health-addiction/2024/05/famed-treatment-center-remains-true-to-its-north-star/

"Captain" Kay Hawley visits with the The Minnesota Star Tribune on "Women, kids and the future of fishing: thoughts off the Minnesota opener" -> https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-fishing-opener-walleye-women-children-parents-dennis-anderson/600366766/ (cc: Diana Hawley Doug Hawley Rachel Hawley, MA )

Minnesota to create a new "Explore Minnesota Film Office" -> https://mnfilmtv.org/update-capitol via Steve Helland MN Film & TV

SHARE

(Have an article, job posting, or content that you found insightful, valuable, inspiring, thought provoking or perspective setting? Pass it along!!)

Please include salary range information with all job posting submissions. Job postings without salary range transparency will not be shared and will be illegal for Minnesota employers with over 30 employees beginning January 1, 2025.

Bravo Minnesota legislature for making this happen! -> https://www.startribune.com/new-minnesota-law-will-require-salary-ranges-in-job-postings/600367818/

If you'd like to learn more about the importance of salary transparency, please start here -> https://www.pollenmidwest.org/opportunities/dismantling-inequitable-hiring-practices-one-job-post-at-a-time/

St. Paul Art Collective is seeking new board members: https://stpaulartcollective.org/bod/

PPL is hiring for "Volunteer Services Manager" The job description is here: https://ppl-inc.hiringthing.com/job/799364/volunteer-program-manager?s=cw

The Aliveness Project? is hiring for a Director of Human Resources and Operations. Salary Range: $85,000-$95,000. https://aliveness.org/jobs/

The Good Acre is hiring a Grant and Development Specialist to lead grant writing and management! Apply by June 17th https://thegoodacre.org/careers/

Ronald McDonald House Charities, Upper Midwest seeks new CFO. Contact Jen Hanlon Ash for details -> https://www.ballingerleafblad.com/s/Executive-Position-Profile-CFO-RMHC-Final2.pdf

WellShare International seeks new Executive Director. Contact Holly Henry for details -> https://www.ballingerleafblad.com/s/Executive-Search-Profile_WellShare-International-Executive-Director.pdf

Ramsey County seeks new County Manager ($230-290K) -> https://www.dhirubhai.net/jobs/view/3927841918/

Dakota County seeks Deputy Director, Community Services ($119K-186K) -> https://www.dhirubhai.net/jobs/view/3930401750

Phyllis Wheatley Community Center seeks new ED ($120-130K) -> https://www.dhirubhai.net/jobs/view/3924087183

Minneapolis Institute of Art seeks PR Manager ($75K) -> https://www.dhirubhai.net/jobs/view/3919425618

Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation seeks Director, External Communications ($147K - $207K) -> https://www.dhirubhai.net/jobs/view/3906204013

American Public Media Group seeks Managing Director, EIDA (Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, Access) ($161K - $195K) -> https://www.dhirubhai.net/jobs/view/3915194320

The Constellation Fund seeks Program Officer, Employment ($80-90K) -> https://mcf.org/job-board/program-officer-employment

Neighborhood Development Center & Renay Dossman hiring new HR Director ($85-100K) -> https://jobs.minnesotanonprofits.org/job/human-resources-directot-st-paul-minnesota-92879

Initiative Foundation seeks Community Philanthropy Officer ($70-75K) -> https://jobs.minnesotanonprofits.org/job/community-philanthropy-manager-little-falls-minnesota-92778

People Serving People seeks Senior Individual Giving Manager ($85-95K) -> https://jobs.minnesotanonprofits.org/job/senior-individual-giving-manager-minneapolis-minnesota-92749

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Lars

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