This past Thursday I attended a meetup group of the Social Collective Facebook group for Alexandria. I didn't stay long because I had a luncheon to go to right after but I did talk with two people there, one of whom was the newly hired marketing coordinator for a moving company. I told her about my door prize - one free ad on my community mailer .. and told her I hoped she won because I would love to get a moving company on the card. Yesterday she emailed me to let me know she DID win it. What were the chances?? So now I have a new advertiser for the next card already.

@Joe Chianese Member Spotlight: The Long Island Express (L.I.E.) ⭐️ Meet your fellow community member, the man who proves that speed, focus, and good humor are the ultimate power combo: Joe Chianese! 🍎 The Day Job: Managing Mayhem with Magic When he’s not setting new records in this community, Joe is an elementary school teacher in Long Island, NY. Now, imagine channeling the energy of a self-professed fast-talker and ADHD-powered action taker into a classroom full of kids. The result? Pure, effective energy. As Joe tells it, "Patience is for the slow lane. My students move fast, I move faster, and that's how we conquer the lesson plan by 10 AM. It’s like controlled chaos, and I love it." 🚀 Community Impact: The 30-Day Dash While many members take their time plotting their course, Joe didn't just walk into the community—he sprinted. Known as the guy who filled his goal card in a staggering 30 days, he embodies the "action taker” mentality. He's proof that being easy-going and fun doesn't mean you can't be intensely focused. Joe is consistently one of the members who stays involved and is always eager to learn and, most importantly, helps others conquer their own challenges. If you see him commenting, listen up—it’s usually the fastest route to a solution. The Transformation: Self-Image Upgrade One of the most inspiring parts of Joe's journey is how he has vastly improved his self-image. He came in ready to work and quickly became the kind of member everyone loves to know—a genuinely great guy who leads by example. 🏡 Quick-Fire Life Stats Hometown: Long Island, NY (Yes, he can confirm which exit on the L.I.E. is the worst.) Family Status: Family Man—The secret to his speed? He’s trying to get home for dinner! Motto (Probably): Why use ten words when two will do? Defining Moment in the Community: Turning that blank goal card into a completed masterpiece in just one month. We’re thrilled to have Joe Chianese setting the pace for this community. If you see him around, gi