Rob Hale and Granite teammates work hard to build a culture of inclusion, diversity and equality. FoxRock is not seeking any variances for the project. "We are delighted to contribute to the world-renowned mental health care provided by McLean Hospital and to help it realize its vision of delivering effective support for children and adolescents to set them up for lifelong success," said Karen Hale. Granite Telecom chief Rob Hale and wife Karen Hale donate $30 million to Connecticut College The school's largest gift ever follows a $20 million donation from the Hales in 2015 By Jon Chesto. Hale has also received the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year award and has been saluted as one of the 25 most influential people in American telecom multiple times. He helped bring the Academy to life in partnership with Dr. Mark Stonkus. Q: Dana-Farber is not the only recipient. Founded in 2002, Granite now has annual revenues exceeding $1.5 billion and employs more than 2,500 teammates. I thought that we would be successful, I thought that we would find some nice opportunities to acquire and fix up nice buildings and have an active role in the community, but not like when we are building the biggest buildings in Quincy. Fox Rock Foundation 2020 has been unlike any other year in our lifetime. "They've gotten two lots in this, and we've gotten nothing.". Rob has held or holds leadership roles at Boston Children's Hospital, The Massachusetts Soldiers Legacy Fund, Deerfield Academy, Connecticut College, and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Kevin Norton, who lives on Whitley Road, said the proposals don't fit the neighborhood. Q: GraniteTelecommunications is a$1.5 billion company. PDF Making a Difference - LEADERS Mag We were very fortunate to find a teammate to lead that initiative that we trusted:Jason Ward. He sits at his desk at Granite Telecommunications, puts on a headset and starts taking calls.. When typing in this field, a list of search results will appear and be automatically updated as you type. About the Light . So they advocated: raise a lot of money from us,take Network Plus public, and then build a network. All rights reserved. Sophocles said, "Rather fail with honor than succeed throughfraud." Several Granite employees approached Hale and asked him to be even more proactive with respect to become better people, focused on equality, opportunity, community and diversity. Hale talked about being at the bottom. She said she'd like to see a small grocery store in the new retail space. Most recently, Karen and Rob were honored with the Council of Independent Colleges 2022 Award for Philanthropy by Individuals. The units would be a mix of studio, one bedroom and two bedrooms. BOSTON, MA - Rob Hale, a member of the Boston Cannons' Members Operating Group since August of 2008, has joined the Boston Celtics ownership group as well. Just last month, Granite Telecommunication was named by the Boston Business Journal (BBJ) as one of the most charitable contributors in Massachusetts for the 12th straight year. There's a million reasons not to do it, right? By 2002, his company went into bankruptcy. I think Conn. is the right combination of intellectual curiosity and compassion, said Hale, a member of the colleges board of trustees. When did that kind of philanthropy start for you? Razom is honored to be among this year's beneficiaries. If we can help, we want to. "Likewise, he will be a huge asset to the Celtics, and we look forward to following his involvement in the team. Join to edit. Hale talked about recruiting Ian Frenette, President of the Boston Cannons, as the first and perhaps the important piece of building a championship team. The stuff we are doing in Quincy, the stuff that is in the news, is development. This is the second time in franchise history and the first time since 2011 that the Boston Cannons have won the Major League Lacrosse Championship. from 8 AM - 9 PM ET. I don't have fancy cars;stuff like that doesn't matter to me. Palmucci said he wants FoxRock representatives to come before the council toexplain "how they intend to honor" the agreements they made with the city and the timeline for doing so. Testing RFID blocking cards: Do they work? Jon Chesto can be reached at jon.chesto@globe.com. He founded Copley Equity Partners, a private equity rm . If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. Karen and Rob believe deeply in supporting local communities through philanthropy, and do so through Fox Rock Foundation, Granite Telecommunications, Granite Gives Back, FoxRock Cares, and other personal giving. Hale wants others to have better access to education. Rob Hale and his company Granite Telecommunications made nearly $300 million in charitable donations over the past few years. This is the third time in the past year that Forbes has recognized Granite for its exceptional workplace environment. It is consistently named the #1 freestanding psychiatric hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, and is #1 in America for psychiatric care in 2022-23. That gift is the largest in the colleges history, beating the $20 million the couple gave in 2015. More: Quincy College graduates surprised with $1,000 gift from Granite CEO Rob Hale. "It's been five years. In response to the race crisis in 2020, Granite launched the CANDID program. The Masonic Temple building at 1170 Hancock St. has sat empty since 2014, when a four-alarm fire gutted the 1920s-era building. We grew up in a generation when the Globe and the Ledger were in the driveway, every day. Granite was recognized in 2019 as the most philanthropic company in Massachusetts after donating $25 million to community organizations. Hale is an owner and director of theBoston Celtics of theNational Basketball Association and the owner of theBoston CannonsofMajor League Lacrosse. It's fun. Robert Hale, President and CEO of Granite Telecommunications and - Omny It ravaged our family and we hope it won't ravage others. Hale said even though his company has received numerous awards for being the best company to work for, he recognized that there was room to do even better. As much bad stuffas could have happened to a person in business happened to me in February of 2002, yet in June of 2002 I could not get back into the game fast enough. Additionally, Partners Healthcare saluted the Hale's with the Jack Connors Philanthropic Leadership Award. 2023 www.patriotledger.com. Industries Financial Services Company size 2-10 employees Headquarters Quincy, MA Type Privately. Browse the Licensee Resource Bank. Hale said that he feels a deep sense of sorrow and anger about the stark reminders of the racism and brutality that continue to be pervasive throughout our country. Hale, who majored in history and played varsity lacrosse at Conn., said he believes a liberal arts education and college sports can prepare you in many ways for a career in business. And then when I was steering the ship toward the bankruptcy rocks, they called me "The Busted Boy Billionaire." Hale, who is worth an estimated $5 billion from his controlling stake in Granite Telecommunications, has written checks in the tens of millions of dollars to prominent institutions like Boston. Rob founded Granite in 2002 and has grown the company into one of the largest privately held telecommunications services companies in the U.S., with revenues exceeding $1 billion. I didn't know much about it, but we bought 12 or 13 businesses and we have two talented, professional guys who lead that. Looking back to 2002, we failed but we didn't cheat. One woman said to me, "I'm a single mother of five" and she was all teary-eyed. I would be disappointed if we don't build some of the nicest developments in the history of Quincy and I'm going to be really disappointed if we don't build some big, beautiful buildings. The plan is to renovate the two-story temple building and make room for a restaurant. Rob received his bachelors degree from Connecticut College. A lot of people came up to me and said, "This is awesome." This was Head Coach Sean Quirk's first MLL Championship. Founded in 2002, Granite now has annual revenues. Rob Hale is President and CEO of Granite Telecommunications and a co-founder of Copley Equity Partners. The Hope Street Foundation hosts an annual Lacrosse for Life head-shaving event inviting college lacrosse players from across the country to show support and raise millions for cancer patients and families. Karen is the Executive Director of Fox Rock Foundation. If it wasn't for Rob Hale's involvement, the city would have dumped them a long time ago. How do you build a championship team and culture of winning? Granite may be a small enterprise in Massachusetts, but it has the biggest heart in all of New England. I want that to be something that's my legacy. See how Hale and his team exemplify the belief that businesses can be the greatest platform for change. She also worked as an intern for Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey, and Massachusetts State Representative Tricia Farley Bouvier. Hale and his teammates made a decision not to take shortcuts for short-term benefits, instead do the right thing for the long-term benefits. If there is one thing that Hale loves more than winning championships it's giving back to the community. Lesson 8: Your actions must speak louder than your words. The Hale family have donated tens of millions of donations to scholarships, aimed at improving the ability for under-served populations to have access to education. LEADERS Interview with Robert T. Hale, Jr., Co-Founder and President So it seems to me that integrity is the key ingredient. Hale was awarded the Boston Red Sox Jimmy Fund Award for his long-time commitment to the lifesaving mission of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. Trevor is currently pursuing his Masters in Education at Boston University Wheelock College of Education and Human Development. We believe values create value. And if people are seeking help or resources, even I would help them. Hale was radically transparent in our conversations regarding his past failures. Lesson 6: To whom much is given, much is expected. What makes a good business partner? Rob Hale is President and CEO of Granite Telecommunications and a co-founder of Copley Equity Partners. She said she expects residents of the new buildings to travel in much the same wayexisting Quincy Center residents do, with 41 percent of residents using cars as their main mode of transportation, 50 percent using public transit and 9 percent using bicycles or other modes. Lesson 4: Think long-term when defining a roadmap to success. Topics Child & Adolescent In 2018, the pair were honored by Brigham and Womens Hospital with the Heritage Key Award. He also noted that we must get better, together. Copyright 2023 Surperformance. Mr. Robert Hale is a Co-Founder and serves as President and Chief Executive Officer at Granite. Trust and the right talent at the right places is at the core of Hale's management philosophy. I'm going to give the money to them." In 2019, The Chronicle of Philanthropy listed the Hales as one of the top 15 most generous philanthropists in America. "I'm committed to being a part of the continued excellence of both the Celtics and Cannons franchises.". Your 2020 MLL Champions pic.twitter.com/taXbIj24jZ. The only universal currency you have is your reputation. NORWELL, Mass., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Karen and Rob Hale have donated $1 million to NVNA and Hospice through their family foundation, Fox Rock Foundation. That day (at Quincy College) was awesome. . Karen is a member of Boston Childrens Hospitals Trust Board of Directors and is a trustee of Brigham and Womens Hospital, where she also serves on their Cancer Advisory Board, Womens Health Advisory Board, and Committee for Diversity, Inclusion, Health Equity, and Community Health. A tale of two Quincys: Unbridled growth in a city rich with history Reel world: Off the Hook restaurant pays homage to Houghs Neck fishing history Ward co-founded FoxRock in 2007 with Granite. Hale, founder and CEO of Quincy-based Granite Telecommunications has been named by Forbes as one of the world's top billionaires. McLean Hospital Receives $1 Million Gift From Karen and Rob Hale Toward "We encourage other companies to have the hard conversations about racial injustice with their teams and to take the next step, invest in programs that will change the hearts, minds and actions of people inside their companies and communities. Rob currently serves on Copleys investment committee and also serves as an entrepreneur in residence to assist the development of Copleys portfolio companies. We probably will end up giving away more money than we keep. This almost-great Raspberry Pi alternative is missing one key feature, This $75 dock turns your Mac Mini into a Mac Studio (sort of), Samsung's Galaxy S23 Plus is the Goldilocks of Smartphones, How the New Space Race Will Drive Innovation, How the metaverse will change the future of work and society, Digital transformation: Trends and insights for success, Software development: Emerging trends and changing roles. Hale said that he was pleasantly surprised that his teammates could work effectively from home. The $30 million gift will be split equally among three priorities at the 1,800-student college in New London, Conn.: $10 million for financial aid, $10 million for athletics, and $10 million for immediate improvements to the campus infrastructure. And it's all in my father's name and all designed to help brilliant researchers focus on this insidious disease. Through a variety of giving channels, the Hale family has pledged or donated more than $300 million to a broad range of causes in New England and beyond. Hale talked about being lucky to have built successful companies. McLean Hospitalhas a continuous commitment to put people first in patient care, innovation and discovery, and shared knowledge related to mental health. At Granite, Hale has built one of the largest privately owned telecom companies in the country, with about 2,300 employees, including nearly 1,600 based in Quincy. The best teacher is your last mistake. Rob founded Granite Telecommunications in 2002 and has grown the company into one of the largest privately held telecommunications services companies in the U.S., with revenues exceeding $1.5 billion.