Chr nicle CHRISTMAS 2018
A Very Fond Farewell CCC Executive Director Joanne Nattrass to Retire
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rom her very first days with CCC, Joanne Nattrass reflected on her new position as executive director in the 2006 Annual Report by saying, “Each day at CCC brings both the expected and unexpected; a sense of accomplishment at the end of the day and a sense that there is still more to be done; an environment to celebrate life’s joys with co-workers and friends and to seek or give support when needed; a workplace where day-to-day activities make a very real and positive difference in the lives of children, adults and seniors.” “The expected and unexpected in her 12 years have been handled with visionary and compassionate leadership,” said Cliona Robb, CCC Board of Directors Chair. “Joanne has guided us into a future that continues to address the needs of the most vulnerable with greater capabilities.” In her time at the helm, the agency has made tremendous strides in expanding its services and footprint throughout the Catholic Diocese of Richmond, in having greater financial stability, in moving the Richmond offices to a building that is better able to serve clients and staff and to see the completion of a new chapel in that building. Her leadership of the agency is recognized and praised by board members and staff. “The first time I met Joanne, I knew we had selected someone special,” said Joseph Boisineau, long-time CCC Board Member. “We were a nice, local non-profit before Joanne’s arrival. But we became a world-class charity when she came on board. I have worked for many managers in my professional career who had some of the qualities of a good manager. Joanne has all of them." Joanne’s ability to lead and nurture staff is also reflected in this statement by Lori James, CCC Human Resources Director. continued on page 2 www.cccofva.org • Our mission is to provide quality, compassionate human services to all people, especially the most vulnerable, regardless of faith.
