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In this episode, Sean Smith talks about AIR Southern Tier, which is a program offered by CASA Trinity. AIR stands for “Adventures In Recovery” and aims to build camaraderie and support through fun outdoor activities, adventures, and more.

“We show people what recovery can really look like.”

Sean Smith
Director, AIR Southern Tier

AIR is a Recovery Community Organization (RCO) that is dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and welcoming space for individuals to connect with peer support through adventure, wellness and exciting events. Built by peers for peers, their families, and those within the recovery community that choose to live healthy lifestyles. Camaraderie built through shared lived experience, positive connections, and fun events.

Find out more through the CASA Trinity website here: https://casa-trinity.org/recovery/adventures-in-recovery-air/ – this link includes contact and social media information.

Secrets in Service Podcast host Sean Lukasik sits down with Dusty Hewit, owner of Long Run Communications, to talk about FLX Gives 2022. They share all the reasons why they love and support this annual day of giving. Hear about the nonprofits they are excited to see on the platform and how they’ll be participating.

“It’s so much about gratitude and showing our gratitude to the organizations that do all this great work.”

Dusty Hewit
Owner, Long Run Communications

Long Run Communications is “an incisive, modern take on communications for businesses and organizations.” You can find out more on their website at www.longruncommunications.com. Creagent Marketing is a digital media agency specializing in website design, social media, and podcast production. Learn more at www.creagentmarketing.com.

Visit FLXGives.org between Thursday, November 17 at 6pm and Friday, November 18 at 6pm to donate.

Ann Domingos, CEO and Michael Prutsman, Chief Development and Engagement Officer represent CASA Trinity in this month’s episode, talking about the impact of the organization throughout the Southern Tier and how their own experiences in life helped shape their careers. This is the first time we’ve had multiple guests on the podcast; tune in for lots of stories, details, and more!

“The work I do is not a job for me, it is my life’s purpose.”

Ann Domingos
CEO, CASA Trinity

Ann and Michael used to represent different organizations from different parts of the Southern Tier, but “CARES” recently merged with CASA Trinity to extend the reach and impact of addiction services throughout the region. With similar backgrounds, Ann and Michael come at this work from a place of sympathy, compassion, and inspiration from their own lives and from the people around them. 

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Colleen Coro is the Executive Director at Ready, Set, Grow Child Care Center in Corning. Learn about her history in the region, and the history of the organization she leads. And hear about the time Colleen decided to stay in the Southern Finger Lakes despite an opportunity somewhere else!

“We believe that we are producing the next generation of adults, and we want to make sure they have the skills to function in a community such as ours.”

Colleen Coro
Executive Director – Ready, Set, Grow Child Care Center

Colleen talks about what makes Ready, Set, Grow Child Care Center unique in this region. Particularly interesting is the fact that many of the staff members have been part of the organization for decades, proving just how rewarding and fun it is to work with so many kids in our community. 

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Brian Lee Whisenhunt is the Executive Director of the Rockwell Museum in Corning and the newest President of the Board at MANY (Museum Association of New York). Learn about Brian’s career path in this episode, including past inspirations, and find out why his current role at the Rockwell Museum is actually a new personal record!

“I want the museum experience to do something for people; i want it to move them.”

Brian Lee Whisenhunt
Executive Director, Rockwell Museum

Brian shares a bit about his past, including the people and events in his life that helped shape his love and passion for museums – and ultimately his career. He talks about his journey from Texas to Corning, and even why he originally dismissed the job opening at the Rockwell Museum. 

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