Pines, Sam

Education: Lehigh University

What Guides My Decision Making: I try to understand others’ intent and put everyone in a position to succeed.

Favorite Quote: “Listen to understand … Don’t listen to reply.”

What Motivates Me: Growth

Most Important Leadership Quality: Listening

Proudest Moment: Deborah (my wife) approving all my answers on this form

Theme Song of My Leadership Style: “High Hopes” 

My Very First Job and What I Learned From It: I was a crossing guard for a local park district camp. I guess I learned to look both ways before leading people — or someone could get hit by a bus.

Hobby/Passion: Hanging with Ellie and Zoey, laughing with friends and family and playing golf

If I Were a Character from a TV Show or Movie, I’d Be: I definitely looked up to Zack Morris, but I was never that cool — so probably more Screech.