BLI Graduation Year: 2016
Tell us briefly about yourself and please update your classmates on your personal/professional experiences since graduating from BLI:
Personally, I’ve been busy working on my home, coaching, volunteering, and I joined the Sons of Italy. Professionally, I’m continuing to grow my business.
Favorite books/movies:
My favorite movies are The Departed, Fight Club, and Cool Hand Luke, but I just saw the Batman Lego movie with my son and it was actually really good. The last book I read was Killing Lincoln.
Current and Past Notable Civic Activities:
I am currently a member of the Mental Health Institution of the Southern Tier MHAST board.
Interests/Hobbies:
A few of my interests and hobbies include fitness, basketball, football, volunteering, and hanging out with my kids.
How did your BLI experience change your perception of the community?
My BLI experience placed the positives of our community in the forefront and reinforced that if you want something out of your community, then you have to take action.
How did your BLI experience motivate you to become more involved in the community?
BLI taught me to see how much more is out there in our community.
What was your most memorable BLI activity/moment?
My most memorable moment during BLI was that I enjoyed the first day and also liked the agriculture program.
What was the most valuable benefit to you from your BLI experience?
Reconnecting with the community and meeting other BLI folks that I’m now happy to call friends.
What “nugget of wisdom” do you have for your fellow BLI alum?
Take time out from your busy lives and find something meaningful in our community.