August has arrived and it’s a month to soak up the remaining days of summer weather, and enjoy time with family and friends before the back-to-school madness.

We’re excited to share some of our work with another client, DoorDash. You may know DoorDash as a restaurant and grocery delivery service, but their impact goes beyond that – DoorDash works to broaden food access in communities across the country. We’ve had the opportunity to work with them on community engagement and connect them to organizations that are doing great work in and around Boston. See below to learn more about our collective work and goals.

There are so many great things to look forward to in the city to fully enjoy the last dog days of summer. Check out our Upcoming Events below. 

As always, we love to hear from you so follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn! We appreciate your continued support and engagement with CHA.

-Conan Harris

Back Left: Conan Harris. Back Right: NBNB Founder Tony Richards

On July 20, Conan Harris represented CHA client DoorDash at the No Books No Ball kickoff event. No Books No Ball (NBNB) is a Roxbury-based nonprofit committed to mentoring youth through education and athletics.

In their commitment to broadening food access, DoorDash is sponsoring NBNB’s 2024 Safe Summer League Games. DoorDash’s sponsorship will cover the cost of food and other program supplies for over 425 children, each week throughout the summer season.



Conan Harris represented DoorDash, presenting NBNB Founder Tony Richards with a $20,000 check. Click here to check out the event video!

The momentum is strong as the number of applicants and hires in the P.A.T.H. Program continues!

The P.A.T.H. Workforce Development Initiative continues and we’re pleased to share our progress to-date: 

• 41 candidates are currently active
• 59 job applications submitted
• 30 interviews
• 10 job placements
• Over 600 contacts with CHA staff & applicants

Director of Workforce Development Rachel Gans-Boriskin meets

with P.A.T.H. participants from Community Servings

Together we’re moving the needle with diverse hires. If you or anyone you know is interested in a new career in hospitality and tourism, click here to apply for open positions. We have additional qualified candidates in the pipeline and several exciting career opportunities available. Please share the P.A.T.H. flyer with your networks or direct them to this page to apply.  

The final draft of the RFP is complete and being reviewed by the leadership team at Meet Boston. Once the RFP is reviewed and finalized, it will be released in September.  

If you know of any diversity-focused CRM vendors that might be interested in submitting a proposal, please have them contact Jacqui@conanharrisassociates.com. 

This month we’re happy to feature Task Force member Robert Lewis Jr., Nicholas President and Chief Operating Officer of the Boys & Girls Club.

In 2022 Robert Lewis, Jr. was named as the new Nicholas President and CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Boston. Lewis became the 16th leader of the organization in its 129-year history of youth development in the Boston area. 

Robert has a long history of nonprofit and community leadership, and is known as a catalyst for collaboration between diverse business, civic and public sectors and a tireless advocate for urban youth. He is a sought after nationally recognized thought leader, public speaker, and social innovator. 

Since joining the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston in 2022, he has set the organization on a new strategic course with a broader focus on health, education, and workforce readiness, all essential components to a child’s holistic development.

To learn more about how to get involved with BGCB and their work in cultivating youth leaders click here.

Thank you for your continued interest in, and support of, the good work CHA continues to drive toward sustainable growth, equity, and power to our communities of color.

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Blessings!

Conan Harris,

Founder & Principal