#IAMRIVIERABEACH Shirley D. Lanier, Councilwoman for District 3, Ann McNeill Dan Calloway Ep.62

After reading the book ACRES OF DIAMONDS by Russell Conwell, I am convinced we are all leaving the diamond mines in our own backyards as we travel around the world looking for larger diamonds, when in fact the diamonds we seek are found within us and our hometown, from whence we came. Therefore, we are calling the podcast, #IAMRIVIERABEACH.  Today's Guest: Shirley D. LanierAs a native resident representing District 3 in Riviera Beach and current Health Planner for Palm Beach County, Councilwoman Shirley Lanier is dedicated to community development, economic self-sufficiency, and job creation. She brings to the Council her 20+ years of experience in strategic planning and implementation, housing advocacy, youth service programs and community sustainability.Councilwoman Lanier has a plethora of specifically designed strategies to put into action for Departments in the City that will be used as guidelines and protocols for the use of local funding. The broad range of projects she plans to carry out while serving Riviera Beach includes, community partnerships, family support models, and promoting employment development. All of which are critical and will directly stimulate the City’s economy.In 2008, Lanier founded her own company Lanier & Lanier Enterprises, Inc. which helps create opportunities for grassroots organizations within Palm Beach County. This company is a direct influence of her extensive experience in managing social programs that ultimately transcend the cultural differences within diverse backgrounds of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds.Connect with Councilwoman Lanier: 561-506-8308Call into the podcast dial 661-554-9219. Join me Ann McNeill, and co-host Dan Callaway 561-531-9184 or 561-848-4991 as we discuss the history, the present, and the future of our great city. Any questions or comments you can reach Ann McNeill at 786-546-0184 Ep.62