Teamwork is the Key to Success
Steve Jobs was once quoted regarding the reason for the success of Apple. His immediate response was, “Great Things are never done by one person. They are done by a TEAM of people”. After reading this statement, I immediately thought of many successful people, businesses, organizations, sports teams and others that have been successful over my lifetime. It is true! None of the names that I could think of would have been successful without a TEAM made up of dedicated, goal oriented, hard working, positive and supportive individuals that are working together for the good of the respective team’s mission.
It also describes your organization, Alabama PALS. Since the inception of Alabama PALS, your organization has been blessed with Board of Directors leadership, a dedicated support staff, committed county leaders, statewide volunteer groups, state agencies, legislative support, Corporate Sponsors and Partners that have built a TEAM that describe Steve Jobs’ statement perfectly. Each of you are to be honored and commended for this truism, as you continue to be the reason that Alabama PALS continues to grow, effectively implement and support the many statewide programs that will continue to enhance the beauty and quality of life for all Alabamians.
2023 has been a year of growth for Alabama PALS, with the number of participants statewide growing in every program offered through the PALS organization. The Alabama Adopt A Mile program under the leadership of Christy Waddell, and the Alabama Clean Campus program led by Jamie Mitchell are growing at the fastest rate in the history of Alabama PALS. This doesn’t just happen! It happens due to the hard work and dedication of these PALS team members. Thank you Jamie and Christy for your enthusiasm, day to day work ethic, and a true commitment to the TEAM as a whole.
I also want to thank the members of the Alabama PALS Board of Directors for their ongoing support, sincere dedication, and the true belief in the mission of Alabama PALS. In my opinion, PALS has the most dedicated and supportive Board of Directors that I have ever known. Thank you for your leadership, confidence, and for your willingness to do what it takes to keep PALS growing for the future. You truly set the stage for making Alabama PALS a true TEAM.
PALS continues to be blessed with Corporate Sponsors and Partners, State Agencies and others that make the future of Alabama PALS a reality. The supportive TEAM of PALS Sustaining Sponsors and Partners, ALDOT, ADECA, ADCNR and our dedicated Alabama Coastal Cleanup Sponsors enable your organization to continue to make a positive impact in every corner of our great state. There are not words to describe the powerful impact that these supportive sponsors continue to make to support you, the programs of PALS, and the mission of a Cleaner and More Beautiful Alabama. Thank you for making the TEAM a reality.
Inside this issue, you will find the Nomination Forms for the 2023 Alabama PALS Governors Awards program, as well as the Nomination Forms for the 2023 Alabama Cleanup Campus Scholarship Awards program. Please take the time to nominate those in your respective areas. We look forward to having you and your guests at the Alabama PALS Governors Awards Program on November 8, 2023 in Montgomery.
As we approach the 2023 Alabama Coastal Cleanup, let me encourage you to take part in this special cleanup event. The Alabama Coastal Cleanup has truly become the most unique and effective coastal cleanup effort in the South. ADCNR/ State Lands/Coastal Section partners with PALS to coordinate and implement this annual effort. I want to thank the Poarch Band of Creek Indians for their continuing as our Presenting Sponsor, and our many dedicated and loyal Corporate Sponsors that make the Alabama Coastal Cleanup possible. Yep, another special part of a very SPECIAL TEAM!
In closing, thank you for your confidence, support, stewardship and friendship. And mostly, thank you for affording Alabama PALS to be a part of this special and dedicated TEAM that is truly Making a Difference.
– Spencer Ryan – Executive Vice President, Alabama PALS