From museum educator to order management champion: Meet Merrick 🌟
Merrick is driven by his passion for education and belief in the power of hands-on learning. With over five years’ experience with LEGO® Education, he plays a crucial role in ensuring that schools have the resources they need to inspire and educate the next generation of learners.
“I used to work for an education offering at the Museum of Science in Boston for six years. That’s when I fell in love with education - specifically STEM-focused learning.”
"My job is to make sure that LEGO Education products reach classrooms and children all over the United States. It’s a varied role which means working with teachers, salespeople, and warehouse folks. Essentially, it’s all about helping students of all ages learn by using their hands to build, create and have fun in the process.”
"I believe that by providing children with the tools and resources they need to explore, develop, and problem-solve, we are equipping them with the skills they need to succeed in the 21st century."
Beyond the logistics aspect of Merrick’s job, there is plenty more to challenge him:
“Solving problems, building relationships, ensuring customer satisfaction; each day brings new opportunities for me to learn too. Whether it’s helping a teacher find the right resources for their classroom or troubleshooting a shipping issue, I'm always looking for ways to make a positive impact.”
"I love connecting with people from all over the country. It's a great way to find out about different communities and understand how our products are being used in the real world.”
“Each year is a chance to set new goals, take on new responsibilities and work with the changes that are going on with our product line and objectives. The way we do things changes regularly in order to meet our growth goals and that means taking on new responsibilities. That could mean anything from figuring out how to tweak operating procedures to be able to handle higher volume or fine-tuning our capabilities in terms of greater reach.”
As we mentioned at the outset, Merrick is a firm believer in the power of play to foster creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills. This is something he applies equally to himself and others.
"Play is not just for children. It's an essential part of the human experience that can bring joy, inspiration, and new perspectives.”
"I have LEGO Education sets at home, and I make a point of trying out new lessons and building projects regularly. It's a fun and engaging way to learn about our products and keep my creative juices flowing. The tactile feel of bricks clicking together really feels great. It’s soothing in a way, I think.”
Knowing that he is contributing to a brighter future for children, Merrick gets huge satisfaction from his role.
“Seeing the impact of hands-on learning in the faces of children at the Museum of Science in Boston was amazing. When I was having a rough day, I always found energy in walking through and seeing the kids interacting with all of the exhibits and the excitement and joy in their eyes. Working here, gives me a similar sense of fulfilment. Plus, I have the benefit of knowing I’m invested in a business that makes that difference on a global scale.”
"It's an honour to be part of a company that is making such a positive impact on the world."
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