Our Mission & Values

Mission

The NEK Collaborative’s mission is to improve the quality of life for all residents of the NEK through coordinated economic and community development.

Vision

Our vision is a strong, vibrant Northeast Kingdom where all thrive.

Values

We embrace the following values:

  • Collaboration: We believe in the value of working with others and achieving together what may not be possible alone.

  • Curiosity: We believe that leadership requires curiosity about the future, a willingness to ask tough questions, and a commitment to learning and deeper understanding.

  • Courage: We believe that leadership takes courage -- a willingness to take risks in the pursuit of transformational change.

  • Inclusiveness: We aspire to be inclusive in the way that we engage and learn from our community,  and to model our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity in all that we do.

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