The work by co-op leaders, the ROC Association Board and its committees, the TA affiliates, and ROC USA teams – along with a multitude of partner organizations – is helping to scale wide and deep and produce results for low- and moderate-income homeowners.
It is a hard decision. A leader’s highest priority must be the mission and organization. I truly believe this transition is fulfilling my obligation to both ROC USA and ICS.
The security of ownership in 308 communities. The opportunity for improved home values because homeowners control their neighborhood conditions. A connection to neighbors.
There’s a lot to be grateful for 15 years into our work together.
Long our ambition, online training and peer networking at ROC USA benefited from the pandemic. It spurred us to innovate and deliver. We have begun utilizing technology to expand learning and peer networking in support of ROC leaders and Members across the country.
The new mission and vision statements replace – although do not radically alter – the vision and mission on which we were founded in 2008.
2022 Saw Significant Progress with More to Come in 2023 “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret Mead Welcome 2023 and all … More »
We are always BETTER TOGETHER I’m going to write it as I’m feeling it: I’m happy to close the books on 2022 – and the last few years for that matter – on a personal level with challenges … More »
Maine co-op leader was looking out for all ROC Members We lost a co-op hero. His neighbors at Wardtown Cooperative called him “Neighbor Bill.” I came to know Bill and his wife, Carol, through the ROC Leadership Institute … More »
Better Together in 2022! I am hopeful the new year finds you, your family and community well. The past year was trying, and while we enter 2022 coping with another surge, I am more optimistic this January than … More »
I am saddened by the death of Charles “Chuck” Snyder. I last spoke with him a month ago on a call he was hosting for innovators committed to practicing Cooperative Principle 6 – cooperation among cooperatives. He … More »
