Community Leadership Insights from Brian Stowell, CLCV XI – Duquesne City School District
— Brian Stowell, CLCV XI“Leadership Pittsburgh Inc. changed my perspective and what I feel is my duty to help others! I plan on being on the board of an organization that helps others come to our region, and build success for their introduction into this community.”
Duquesne City School District
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Name: Brian Stowell, CLCV XI
Military Branch: Army Veteran
Title: Director of Facilities, Security, & Transportation
Organization: Duquesne City School District
Focus: Supporting new immigrants and refugees in the region
Favorite Thing About the Region: Our commitment to being a great neighbor!
Q: What has been your proudest moment as a civic leader?
A: My proudest moment of being a civic leader is the work I am doing to help in the process of resettlement within my school districts community.
— Brian Stowell, CLCV XI“The military instilled the values I have today about public service and thinking of us as a whole, rather than just me.”
Q: Why do you care deeply about the success of this region?
A: I care so much about my region because we are absolutely an inclusive community. All people are represented here and included! We are a true melting pot. As Fred Rodgers stated himself “won’t you be my neighbor” we appreciate all, and embrace those of different race and culture. Pittsburgh is a great place to live and strive!
Q: Have you always been a leader or drawn to leadership roles? If no, what has changed? If yes, what has driven you to stay involved as a leader?
A: Absolutely not! So I am ex-military and really just liked to be in the mix, I didn’t want to stand out. Same as in high school. Based on terminology today, we would have been considered homeless. So I never wanted the spotlight on me. Leadership Pittsburgh Inc. changed my perspective, and what I feel is my duty to help others! I plan on being on the board of an organization that helps others come to our region, and build success for their introduction into this community.
Q: What identities or lived experiences have shaped who you are as a leader? How do these influence your leadership goals and leadership style?
A: Honestly, I feel that my upbringing really set me up to accept everyone, and meet them where they are at. The military also instilled the values I have today about public service and thinking of us as a whole, rather than just me.
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