STCC hopes to raise $4.5 million
By MARY ELLEN LOWNEY
mlowney@repub.com
SPRINGFIELD - Celebrating its 40th birthday, Springfield Technical Community College launched its first gifts campaign yesterday, aiming to raise $4.5 million by the end of the year.
STCC President Ira H. Rubenzahl announced the fund drive on the campus green, on what he called the most beautiful afternoon of the spring.
He said friends and alumni will be asked to contribute, and the money raised will be used to provide student scholarships, to expand nursing and allied health offerings, and to buy technology for other academic departments.
"This money is going to be used on students, and on the academic programs that have been identified as priorities by students, faculty and the community," he said.
Rubenzahl accepted oversized checks from the first two major donors of the public phase of the campaign: $200,000 from Smith & Wesson Corp., and $100,000 from Berkshire Bank.
The private phase of the drive began in January, bringing in nearly $1 million, mostly from the STCC faculty and staff.
Rubenzahl also introduced Lawrence A. Bossidy Jr., former chairman and chief executive officer of Honeywell International and vice chairman of General Electric.
Bossidy, now chairman of the board of Berkshire Hills Bankcorp, the parent company of Berkshire Bank, was keynote speaker at the college's sold-out birthday celebration at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
A native of Pittsfield, Bossidy is the author of two business books, including "Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done," and "Confronting Reality."
Yesterday, he said the Pioneer Valley is a good example of the need for being realistic in the face of the changing world of business and industry.
"You see the companies leaving, the jobs leaving, and you hope things will turn around. It's hard to face the reality that things aren't going to be the way they were," Bossidy said.
"What you need to do is assess the assets of your community, get people together and begin the rebuilding process. The slower you are to face reality, the harder it is to recover," he said.
Rubenzahl said 83 percent of graduates stay in the area, living and working in Western Massachusetts.
Larry Bossidy Press Release
March 21, 2007
Contact: Michelle Abdow
Phone: 413-787-1133
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
"Not Just Business as Usual": Celebrating STCC's 40th Year
Western Mass Welcomes Home Renowned Business Speaker Larry Bossidy
"Execution is the ability to mesh strategy with reality, align people with goals, and achieve the promised results."
The above quote is by recognized business leader Larry Bossidy, Pittsfield native, and keynote speaker at "Not Just Business as Usual," an evening presented by Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) and Berkshire Bank. Springfield's newest signature event is to commemorate Springfield Technical Community College's 40th year as a leader in technology and instructional innovation, and will take place Thursday May 10, 2007, 5:30pm - 9pm at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Center Court.
The evening promises to deliver an experience that capture's the energy and excitement of STCC's past, present, and future. Guests will enjoy networking at a premier cocktail reception in the concourse before gathering at Center Court for world class cuisine catered by Max's Tavern, an inspirational program celebrating 40 years of S.T.C.C., and a dynamic presentation by Bossidy.
Few individuals bring to their audiences the wealth of experience and accomplishments that has made Larry Bossidy one of the most respected executives in the world. Named CEO of the Year in 1994 by Financial World, and Chief Executive of the Year in 1998 by CEO Magazine, Bossidy is a retired chairman and CEO of Honeywell International, Inc., former chairman of Allied Signal, and is on the Board of Directors of Merck & Co., as well as an incorporated member of The Business Council and The Business Roundtable. He is also a best-selling author whose book, Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done, details how business leaders can turn strategies into results.
"We are pleased to be able to provide Springfield area business professionals with the opportunity to not only share in the celebration of all that STCC has done for the community over the last 40 years, but also to experience the insight of distinguished and accomplished speaker, Larry Bossidy," says William Kwolek, Executive Director of the STCC foundation.
STCC continues to provide educational opportunities that promote the professional and personal success of its students and alumni. Sponsorships for the evening will benefit the STCC Foundation, whose mission is to help Springfield Technical Community College "meet its goals and commitment to provide superior educational opportunities in the community." The Foundation accomplishes this through fundraising, promoting the college as a community resource, and by securing private resources, planned gifts and donations to support special projects.
For more information please contact Michelle Abdow at 413-787-1133 or at michelle@marketmentors.net
STCC Press Conference
May 7, 2007
Contact: Michelle Abdow
Phone: 413-787-1133
For Immediate Release
Springfield Technical Community College Welcomes Larry Bossidy
& Will Make A Major Announcement at Press Conference
Springfield, MA - Recognized business leader Larry Bossidy will be coming to Springfield to deliver a keynote address to a sold out audience at the Basketball Hall of Fame on Thursday evening, May 10th. "Not Just Business as Usual" - celebrating STCC's 40th Anniversary - will prove to be a dynamic presentation for all who attend.
A kick-off to the event will take place on Thursday afternoon as STCC welcomes Larry Bossidy for a tour on the historic campus grounds and a press conference preceding the evening gala. Additionally, STCC President, Dr. Ira Rubenzahl and Smith & Wesson CEO, Michael Golden will jointly announce a major initiative at the press conference, which will be held at the Campus Green at 2:15 PM.
All media are encouraged to attend.
Date: Thursday, May 10, 2007
Location: STCC Campus Green
Rain location: Scibelli Hall, 7th Floor
Time: 2:15 PM
"Larry Bossidy has earned national acclaim within business and organizational circles. We are so pleased to welcome him to the STCC campus and are beholden to him for his willingness to appear at such a milestone event in the college's 40 year history," says Dr. Rubenzahl.
Few individuals bring to their audiences the wealth of experience and accomplishments that has made Larry Bossidy one of the most respected executives in the world. Named CEO of the Year in 1994 by Financial World, and Chief Executive of the Year in 1998 by CEO Magazine, Bossidy is a retired chairman and CEO of Honeywell International, Inc., former chairman of Allied Signal, and is on the Board of Directors of Merck & Co., as well as an incorporated member of The Business Council and The Business Roundtable. He is also a best-selling author whose book, Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done, details how business leaders can turn strategies into results. Bossidy currently serves as Chairman of Berkshire Bank.
For questions or for more information please contact Michelle Abdow at 413-787-1133 or by email at michelle@marketmentors.net
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