With March here, the first day of spring is finally on the horizon. During February’s meeting we had the pleasure of having Jimmy Malone speak regarding his scholarship fund and how it developed. Not only was Jimmy’s presentation extremely entertaining, but it also showed the power of just doing something, no matter how small it may seem. Jimmy’s initial assistance in purchasing books and school supplies for a small number of students evolved into a scholarship fund that has generated more than $2.5 million and helped more than 150 local students attend college.

Having someone share a story like that puts in perspective exactly how important it is to get involved. You never know what will grow in the future from the seeds you plant today. 2019 will offer a number of events that I would urge all members to consider supporting or volunteering at. We will have the Big Creek Run, Summer in the City and Salute to the City, just to name a few. These events along with local ribbon cuttings, networking events and after hours are all great opportunities to do something that may help your business or organization develop in the future. You never know what possibilities will come out of simply choosing to do something and getting involved.