SRQ Magazine | She Roars—Fortitude, October 2024 - Girls Inc. of Sarasota County

SRQ Magazine | She Roars - Fortitude

October 2024

ANGIE STRINGER

GIRLS INC. OF SARASOTA COUNTY

Empowered girls empower the world.

WHAT HAS BEEN THE SINGLE BIGGEST CHALLENGE IN WORKING AND LIVING THROUGH THE PANDEMIC AND HOW HAVE YOU CHANGED AS A RESULT?

During COVID-19, I realized how important the support services are that we provide to girls and families. Closing our doors in March 2020 was heartbreaking, but we immediately began offering programs virtually to stay in contact with our girls and families. Our team also shifted their focus to addressing the most pressing needs of our families impacted by job loss, school closures and changing circumstances, which challenged us to be strategic in our approach. During this time the strength of our team was more evident than ever. They continuously inspire me with their unwavering commitment to our girls.

WHAT IS YOUR SINGLE, MOST SIGNIFICANT STRENGTH AND HOW HAVE YOU UTILIZED IT TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT WITHIN AN ORGANIZATIONAL OR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP ROLE?

My most significant strength is empathy. I’ve used it to develop strong relationships within my team and community, ensuring everyone feels valued. I believe that empathy has allowed me to build a career and life working with many different groups of people and having the ability to understand the needs of individuals who face different challenges in life than I do.

WHAT IS YOUR "SECRET SAUCE"?

My secret sauce is a commitment to seeing each person as an individual, recognizing their potential and opportunities to grow into it. Above all, I am deeply committed to ensuring that every person is valued equally.

EVERY DAY I AM THANKFUL FOR... the opportunity to make a positive, lasting difference in the lives of our amazing girls.

GIRLS INC. OF SARASOTA

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