Q & A with Dana , GSSNE ' s New CEO !
GSSNE is so excited to welcome our new CEO , Dana Borrelli-Murray . We recently asked her a few questions so our Girl Scout community can get to know her a bit more !
Were you a Girl Scout growing up ? I was not a Girl Scout growing up but in full disclosure , the word Scout is incredibly important in our family . My maternal grandfather was nicknamed Scout because he was such an all around great human being , always available and willing to help neighbors , provide first aid , fix things , laugh , smile and hum a good tune . He was my favorite person in the world — which is why I named my daughter after him ! My Scout , now 9 years old , can ’ t wait to be a Girl Scout !
What has been your favorite experience in your first month as CEO ? Well , I waited what I thought was an acceptable amount of time ( 1.5 days ) to finally ask where all the cookies were hidden . When the secret was revealed , I felt like I had the keys to the city ! But seriously , this job is a dream — I am learning so much and love the incredible team of experts I get to surround myself with each day .
What are some of your favorite things to do outside of work ? I am a real joiner , and love to do lots of weird things . For the last 12 years , I ’ ve spent much of my free time playing tenor saxophone in the Extraordinary Rendition Band , a Providence-based activist street band . We are often heard playing for social causes around town , or spotted in our red , white , and shiny costumes . My ERB music family is joyous , raucous , democratic , and inclusive to its core . I strive to live these band principles in my daily life .
What song will you never forget the lyrics to ? Literally every single New Kids on the Block song . Try me .