Learning Weeks Past & Present
This was the citrusy theme of one of last year’s Learning Weeks.
What are lemons?
On January 25, 1998, this “Posh” Spice Girl got engaged to soccer star David Beckham.
Who is Victoria Beckham?
This staff member may not be related to famous wizard Harry, despite sharing a last name, but he sure is a wizard when it comes to program evaluation!
Who is Lance Potter?
This US city, nicknamed the “Big Easy,” is well known for its annual celebrations and festivals – most notably, Mardi Gras.
What is New Orleans?
The 25th wedding anniversary is traditionally commemorated with this gift.
What is silver?
Watch out Grammys! We learned on the first day of Learning Week that this budding New Profit lyricist might be the next songwriting winner.
Who is Chase Sackett?
In a December 1998 music video, Will Smith invited the world to say “bienvenidos a” this city, which is the site for three Catalyze convenings this March.
What is Miami?
One of the iconic twins from the Parent Trap movie, played by Lindsey Lohan, shares a name with this staff member, though spelled slightly differently.
Who is Halley?
There are four US states that start with “New” – but only this one is a member of New England.
What is New Hampshire?
This singer’s 2015 album, 25, was named after her age and became the U.S’s best-selling album in a week.
Who is Adele?
Penne, fusilli, fettuccine – oh my! This delightful Italian dish from Davios was the subject of a Lance vs. Chat GPT debate this morning – no lie!
What is a bowl of homemade spaghetti?
Near, far, wherever you are – you’ve probably heard of this film, which won the 1998 Academy Award for Best Picture.
What is Titanic?
The symbols for the elements Etherium and Lanthanum in the periodic table spell out this team member's name.
Who is Ela?
Billy Joel is taking a Greyhound on the Hudson River Line in this song from his 1976 album Turnstiles.
What is New York State of Mind?
This daytime talk show, named for its host and broadcast from Chicago, aired nationally for 25 years from 1986 to 2011.
What is the Oprah Winfrey Show (or Oprah)?
During yesterday’s CEO transition session, it was shared that Steve Jennings will be taking over as New Profit Board Chair. This Deloitte colleague of his is our newest Board member.
Who is Kwasi Mitchell?
This 42nd president of the US was impeached on December 19, 1998 on two charges: one of perjury and one of obstruction of justice.
Who is Bill Clinton?
Homer, is that you? No, it’s just this New Profiteer, who shares a last name with the iconic Springfield family.
Who is Kimone Simpson?
When the original "Star Wars" became "Star Wars: Episode IV", this 3-word subtitle was added to its name.
What is A New Hope?
This fruit floats because 25% of its volume is air.
What is an apple?
During June 2022’s Learning Week, in person attendees put on their walking shoes for a team scavenger hunt, while virtual attendees donned their aprons for this Zoom alternative.
What is a pizza making lesson?
76.3 million people tuned into the May 14, 1998 series finale of this sitcom, which aired on NBC for 9 seasons.
What is Seinfeld?
This staff member loves the show The Office – and coincidentally, shares part of their name with the character who frequently does crosswords during conference room meetings.
Who is Kendall Stanley?
Rachel Berry and Kurt Hummel sang in this glee club at William McKinley High School on the hit TV show Glee, which aired on Fox from 2009 to 2015.
What is New Directions?
2023 also marks the 25th year (of life) for this Gemini New Profiteer, born on May 29, 1998.
Who is Kate Wood?