A happy guy. Strategic Communicator, Community Builder & Stakeholder Engager. President @LINKStrategic. Believes in hugs.

Joined May 2009
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Michael Akin retweeted
This is so cool: @blamasters used candidate questionnaires and AI to build a voter education tool that lets you answer a few questions and helps you decide who you should rank in the races for D.C. mayor, delegate, At-Large member of the D.C. Council, etc. rankdc.vote/
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Michael Akin retweeted
In a previous post, we talked about why it matters that #TeamLINK gets together in person. Our recharge isn’t just about strengthening our community. It’s an opportunity for us to channel our team members’ best thinking, innovation, and creativity to plan for even stronger ways to show up for our partners. The world is changing faster and faster. It’s our responsibility (and our opportunity) to stay at the forefront of what’s coming next. And that doesn’t start with any fancy tools. All it takes is a ton of post-it notes and some markers. Here’s to tomorrow… #TeamLINK #LINKglobal #Recharge
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Michael Akin retweeted
The best teams don't just do the work. They make space to remember why it matters. Last week, #TeamLINK gathered from across the globe for three days in Washington, D.C. — not to step back, but to recharge. Hear from President @DCMichaelA on what brought us together and what we're building toward. Onward. #Recharge #LINKglobal
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Food can be medicine. And we are proud to help tell the story about why that matters. Tonight, @LINKStrategic was once again honored to sponsor @foodandfriends Chef's Best — one of Washington's most impactful nights. More than 30 of the region's top chefs are gathered with common purpose to nourish minds, bodies, and souls. I was proud to join my colleage Jae Early on stage tonight — because this work deserves a voice, and we are grateful to be among those raising it. Since 1988, Food & Friends has delivered nearly 33 million free, medically tailored meals to people living with cancer, HIV/AIDS, and other serious illnesses across the DC region at no cost to those they serve. Today, their staff, supported by an expansive network of passionate volunteers, deliver nearly 2 million meals a year. #ChefsBest #FoodIsMedicine #SocialImpact #TeamLINK #LINKglobal
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Lil’ man had an EPIC birthday party yesterday! He wanted a “Spider-Man, parkour party featuring a boss battle”. Easy, right !?!? 🤣 He wanted to invite his whole class (which we fully support…no one left out) and some friends from other classes. Thanks to the amazing team at Motus Crucis Parkour Academy for seeing the vision and working with us to make it happen! The Academy team even added extra instructors to make the numbers work. Can’t recommend this place enough Half the time was Parkour 101, the other half was the Nerf Boss Battle, and the Coaches (& kids ❤️) did a great job of ensuring everyone at every skill level was included. Happy birthday, lil’ buddy. We love you!
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One of the best parts of team retreat last week was having Michelle in town! #PizzaNight
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Why I check my tie before going home… Tonight, as every night, I caught myself stopping to check that my tie was in order before stepping out of my car for the transition between the “work” & “home” parts of the day. In the last 48 hours I’ve wrapped a global retreat with my team, chaperoned my son’s all-day 2nd grade field trip, attended an late evening community meeting in DC, then drove to Philly arriving at midnight, to lead a major board workshop at 7:45 am, then drove back to DC for a packed afternoon of meetings, before heading home for family dinner, and an epic improptu water hose “battle” with my son (he won). So why did I stop to check my tie? Because I do that all day long before entering meetings with clients, with my team, with officials, with community members… If I can do it for them, I best be able to do it for my family. It’s not that they expect it - heck, I’m not even sure they notice it. That’s not the point. If we show up all day for others, we can’t leave those closest to us with the scraps. Especially on the impossibly long days when there the tank is running low; take a moment to check your “tie”. It matters ❤️ #WorkLifeBlend
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We wrapped Day 1 of the @LINKStrategic Team ReCharge with a phenomenal DC river cruise! Thanks to @dmanihp and @citycruises for hosting a spectacular night! As you can see, our lil’ captain had a great time ❤️
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Proud of raising a kid who can hang till midnight at a black tie gala, then get up the next day to rock the monster truck rally! 🤣 Life has many dimensions and we’re determined to explore them all! #WorkLifeBlend ❤️
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Few things I enjoy more than making breakfast for the family on a “quiet” weekend morning. Yes, sometimes you need to break out the wedding china just because 😊
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It’s a Bikes ➡️ Black Tie type of Saturday! Looking forward to a great night for a great cause at the @BloodCancerUtd Gala!
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Wendi, Carole and I had a spectacular night at the @fonarboretum Friends of the National Arboretum Spring Soirée! I’ve been in this city for 27 years, and new things continue to reveal themselves…such as this stunning bonsai & penjing garden/museum. This is a special place, and I’m thrilled that Jeanne Braha is helping to lead it into its next chapter.
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Michael Akin retweeted
Two weeks ago, our president @dcmichaela delivered the commencement address to the @gwbusiness. But this isn’t just an ICYMI post. Our team has been reflecting on his address — and the story that led to it. As a student, @GWtweets played an essential role in shaping Michael’s vision about how we can better serve our communities with authenticity. LINK’s identity began to take meaningful shape because of what he learned and experienced there. So, today, we’re again celebrating the commencement address because we’re proud of Michael and we’re proud to be part of a business culture that constantly motivates us to change the world for the better. And, in a moment that feels overwhelmed by cynicism, we’re deeply excited that Michael has inspired a new generation of business leaders to see—and create—a more hopeful, empathetic, and kind shared future.
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Extended birthday celebrations for the lil' man with a much needed family weekend at @SalamanderVA. Sure, it rained most of the weekend ☔️ But, that didn't dampen things one bit! Did this time away "fit"? Of course not. Were there 100 reasons we could've found say no? Of course. But, as a family, we've decided that the most hectic times are also the most important times to prioritize each other. The nice hotel stay is not the most important part of this (though we do love this place). Rather, it is the joint decision that investment in each other is the best possible place we can spend our time. ❤ #WorkLifeBlend
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Michael Akin retweeted
#TeamLINK was proud to support the Washington, DC Economic Partnership’s (@WDCEP) activation at ICSC in Las Vegas last week—helping spotlight why Washington, DC continues to be a premier place to invest, grow, live, work, and play. With a focus on attracting new opportunities and economic growth to the District, it was exciting to see leaders come together to tell DC’s story and showcase the momentum happening across our city. It was also a personal privilege for our President, @DCMichaelA, to introduce former DC Mayor @TonyWilliamsDC at the DC Reception, as he welcomed @MayorBowser and reflected on her impactful leadership and tenure. #LINKglobal
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Michael Akin retweeted
This #MemorialDay, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of our country. Their courage will never be forgotten.
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Doesn’t matter how early the wake up 😴 or how long the flight ✈️, one thing I’m not gonna miss is my boy’s birthday. Work is important; so is life ❤️ Happiest of birthdays to the little guy who lights up our whole world 🌎
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Michael Akin retweeted
#TeamLINK has had the pleasure of engaging with @ITGA_ORG for nearly 20 years, as a partner, a presenter, and via our President @DCMichaelA's service on the board. It’s been a powerful week at @TAMU in College Station for this year’s #ITGA conference. We helped to convene three panels with university and civic leaders from @HowardU, @udc_edu, @City_of_Seaside and @CSUMB, including dynamic discussions with President Maurice Edington, Rashad Young, Greg McDanel, and Matthew S. McCluney, regarding campus development, strategic planning, city management, and how anchor institutions can foster community and economic vitality. It was great to bring together partners looking to positively shape the future landscape of higher education and the shared communities in which we operate. We're excited for what’s ahead at #ITGA2027 in Raleigh, NC at @UNC. #VisitCollegeStation #Aggieland #HigherEducation #LINKglobal
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The International Town Gown Association conference hosted this week by @TAMU and the city of @CityofCS did not disappoint! A true pleasure to present not 1, not 2, but 3 times at this global gathering of city/county (town 🌆) and higher ed (gown 🎓) leaders. The sessions we curated with @udc_edu, @HowardU and Seaside CA brought best practices & interactive discussions to the conference stage 🎤. An incredible visit to the @GeorgeHWBush Presidential Library, some Texas BBQ, fellowship with my ITGA board colleagues, and hugs with friends old & new made for another great #ITGA @itgaonline event ❤️! #LINKglobal
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