Fowlerisms
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how made them feel.” Maya Angelou
Tune in for Food First Michigan this Sunday at 9 PM to hear from Dr. Phil Knight, Gerry Brisson, president and CEO of Gleaners Community Food Bank, and Rob Fowler, CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM). Rob has served as president and CEO of SBAM for over 20 years and has been an exceptional leader during his tenure. SBAM has grown significantly in size and influence as stands in the gap for small business owners and families across the state. Rob has announced his retirement beginning in the New Year, with Brian Calley becoming SBAM’s new president and CEO.
Phil, Gerry, and Rob discuss the “Fowlerisms” from Rob throughout the years on Food First Michigan. One of Rob’s most profound “Fowlerisms” being, ‘the fastest way out of poverty is entrepreneurship – the sheerest way out is education.’ Many of us see “Help Wanted” signs in storefronts as of late, and it’s a GOOD thing! Prior to the pandemic, people many were working 2-3 jobs making $10-$12/hour, but are now working less jobs and making $15-$17/hour. Rob is changemaker – him and his team worked tirelessly to increase the minimum wage for our fellow Michiganders. Although Rob is retiring from SBAM, there is no doubt that he will continue to use his one handful of life to better those around him.
Who Wins When We Win? This is a saying you have heard often on Food First Michigan. We’ve outlined how education, healthcare, and our communities all win. And, how businesses win when food insecurity is no longer an issue. Healthier and happier people being de-stressed about the basic needs, enables them to be more and highly productive members of a team. Taking hunger off of the table for employees means greater profits for companies, big or small.
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