It’s worth noting when a family we know expands its level of service to the people of Vermont. Cary Brown has just been hired as the new director of the Vermont Women’s Commission.

The Vermont Women’s Commission is a non-partisan state agency dedicated to  countering discrimination against and encouraging opportunities for women and girls.

For those of you who don’t know, Cary Brown is married to our illustrious founder John Odum, who ran and was elected as Montpelier’s City Clerk. Upon his ascension to that exalted post, he turned over the blog to the rest of us, with the addition of jvwalt.  

From the agency’s web page:

“As a second term Commissioner, and as an Advisor to the Commission for many years before that, I know firsthand the powerful work the commission does and the real impact it has had on shaping conversations around women’s and girls’ experiences in the state.  I’m both honored and excited to have been selected for this position,” said Ms. Brown.  “Vermont is rich in individuals and organizations that are making a huge difference in the lives of women and girls, and I look forward to opportunities for new and strengthened partnerships.”

Wow. Congrats to Cary on her new position and to the Brown-Odum family on their service to Montpelier and to Vermont.