Got a call last night that the new Chief Scout Executtive, CSE, will be Bob Mazzuca, Asst. Chief Scout Executive. Very interesting choice in my opinion. It speaks strongly to me about the direction the National Board wants for Scouting. And I think its good! A-listers that I know that know the candidates all spoke highly of Bob. He came through this area when we hosted a very successful National Endowment Art Tour for us and area councils. Bob also has a trail of strong performances at the councils he’s lead (that have continued to perform after he’s left – a real sign of leadership). Bob’s the oldest of the finalists and will be interesting to see what he does during his tenure (I have my hunches and I think there will be some of the network that are in for an awakening.)

Also, there are four new members to the National Order of the Arrow Committee that will be announced next week. Included in this group is the first female member to the National OA Committee. Also very interesting and probably right. One of Boy Scouting’s strengths is its inclusiveness. The more bright people we can include in helping Scouting address the needs of the youth of this nation will serve our country well.