1. What three words describe you?

Excellence– I set high standards and use proven principles and techniques to achieve effective and efficient results that meet those standards.

Innovation– I use unexpected and unusual approaches in order to engage people.

Curiosity– I enjoy learning new things, including new subject matter for my projects.

2. What is/was your volunteer role?

• I was part of the Performance Support team headed by Hal Christensen to create a tool for scheduling Wild Apricot events
• I was a participant in the pilot mentorship program – as a mentor.

3. What do you/did you love about volunteering for ATD NYC? How has the experience changed you?

I enjoy sharing my knowledge and experience. In addition I benefit from hearing about what others are doing, as well as from being challenged by questions.

4. What career development opportunities are you exploring in the next one year?

I like to keep up with changes in technology, as well as to hear about different strategies that people are talking about.

 5. What advice would you give to a Chapter member who is considering volunteering today? 

• Anticipate that you may need to devote more time than expected to most projects.
• Be flexible.

6. What is the best way to get in touch with you and/or your social media links, website, email address?

Email address:  merlegoldstein@verizon.net

Website:  www.MerleGoldsteinID.com

Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/merlegoldstein/