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Friday, November 21, 2008
How Will You Innovate?
Hello Readers.
I just Tweeted a challenge to leave a comment on my blog regarding how you will 'innovate' your way through this current economic downturn. Is your current 'day-job' at risk of ending? Have you thought of how long it may take you to obtain your next job?
Innovation is something our country has done from it's very beginning in 1776. The people who came here did not have satellite dishes or computers. They did not have banks, stock markets or financial advisors.
They came on ships, with a few belongings and started their lives in the wilderness with virtually nothing.
Contrast with today, we have incredible technologies, robotic surgeons and Blackberry's that connect us to everything, even Twitter.com/nachase. If we can continue to innovate we can survive this downturn and 'LEARN' from it's lessons.
Money is something people perceive as having value, but it's just paper and ink! Your brick and mortar company is of some value, if you have profit to pay the maintenance, salaries, insurance, heating and cooling, and electric bills, along with all of the other expenses, like crushing taxes!
Innovation needs to infect our marketplaces. If a few bad apples, greedy mortgage lenders and stock brokers can initiate a landslide down the hill to failure and bring this great country to it's knees, and spread this blight all the way to China, something fundamental is wrong with our 'perceived value system'.
I do not have any insurance from AIG, yet they have affected me. I had no stock at Lehman Brothers, yet their poor decisions have affected me. My government officials truly do not know what they are voting on, but the senators and congress merely meet in small groups and say "How are you going to vote on this 100 page bailout package?"
Without even truly knowing what's contained in the text, without a clue on it's impact to you and me, they rush something, anything to a vote and say they are 'working hard' for the folks back home. This is a practice that must stop.
Let's simplify the equation. If you are in need of financial assistance to buy a home, let's oversee this process with a simple form:
What are your expenses and income? _________________.
Is there room for a mortgage payment?_______________.
If not, you do not get the loan. Sorry, end of story.
My parents paid their bills and lived within their means. This generation has been so heavily marketed to the point of financial ruin. Personal debt is something that everyone accepted, mailing out credit cards by the bushel-full to eager shoppers, who now face a very different, less happy future.
Do you really need a $400.00 device to innovate? Perhaps....
Do you really need a $45,000.00 car with shiny wheels and a 2,000 watt stereo pushing the window glass away from it's mountings, to be happy?
What say you? Will you innovate or perish? Are you facing a bleak financial future? What suggestions do you have for your representatives in Washington that they will hear and act on now?
We are all in the same boat, and I am bailing out the water in mine like an Olympic athlete, trying to make a dent in this on-line marketing challenge.
What are you going to do? Leave me a comment below, and Twitter.com/nachase.
Lets Innovate!
Respectfully, Nicholas
5 comments:
- Internet Strategist said...
Change your illusions and you can change your "reality". Most have lost sight of the differences between needs and desires. (Only water, food, and shelter are necessities - everything else is a luxury.)
Fiat currency (money) is little pieces of paper with ink on them. They have no inherent value that we can count on.
It is time to return to self-sufficiency and quit being sheep led into slavery by our conditioning.
Get serious about changing your life and you will survive these challenges. Life will never again look like it does now, but we will all be better for it in the long run.
- November 29, 2008 at 1:38 AM
- nooozeguy said...
Hi Nicholas,
Nice post!
As a fellow TV-to-Web refugee, welcome!
Looking forward to exchanging ideas with you on Twitter.
- November 29, 2008 at 3:19 PM
- Kelly Hobkirk said...
Innovation often has to do with simplifying, so that is what I'm doing. From looking at new ways to solve old issues, to getting back to the basics of connecting with people, to using social media in a more disciplined way. All of these things help create new opportunities and hopefully they will help me weather the storm.
Personally, I bought a pair of insulated hiking boots and a very warm sweater so that I could turn the heat down all winter. In the first two months, it cut my electric bill by $300, yet I am still just as comfy and warm.
- December 2, 2008 at 11:32 AM
- divorceadvice said...
Individual innovation as the cornerstone of our economy is an idea that must be expanded in scope. We all exist within a socio economic reality and the individual is the beginning of innovation in every case. Collaboration speed innovation by joining individual mind together in common pursuits.
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- December 10, 2008 at 2:56 AM
- newdad said...
A good post! Although I'm from the UK, what you have said applies equally here because of the interconnectedness of world economies. It's gong to be tough but those who can innovate and be creative will survive and may even flourish. It will be very interesting to see what sort of consumers we are after the recession. I have written about your post on my own blog here I hope that's ok!
- January 30, 2009 at 1:49 AM


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The Big Horns rode their luck late as they won their first Munro Cup Saturday night in three years, in front of a rowdy Residence Crowd.
Despite leading by two goals with less than two minutes to play, the Big Horns were forced to overtime and ultimately a shootout, where Haiden Goltz scored the winner for a 7 – 6 final over the Trojans.
The win snaps a two year losing streak and saw a wild on-ice celebration in front of the hundreds of Big Horns faithful that made the trek to the Halifax Forum.
The ultimate winner of the night was the IWK, who were presented a check for $16,000 by the Residence Charity Face-Off, an organization that has now raised over well over $100,000 through their annual fundraising initiatives.
The Trojans opened the scoring early with goals from Connor Hirtle and Alex Dawson, giving the visitors in Orange a 2 – 0 lead.
It was the last time the Trojans would lead however, as the Big Horns rallied back with four straight goals, including a highlight real goal from Haiden Goltz to make the score 4 – 2 after two periods.
Jonathan Sisokin clawed a goal back for the Trojans to start the 3rd period, but Max Starkman answered back less than 30 seconds later to restore the two goal lead at 5 – 3.
With David Taylor putting on a clinic in net for the Big Horns, Scott Stewart added a goal to make it 6 – 4 with 10:10 left in the game.
In breathtaking fashion Trojans Captain Allison snapped a shot past Taylor, giving his team a chance with just 1:16 left in the game.
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Congratulations to Angela Guan for qualifying to join the US National Table Tennis Team!
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Angela competed with a group of extremely talented table tennis players to qualify for the U. S. National Team. With three other female players, she will represent the Unites States at the World Table Tennis Championships in Germany in May of this year. Then, with four other female players, Angela will represent the United States in the World University Games in Taiwan in August.
Below is a link in which you can watch Angela in several of her recent matches. She is interviewed at the end of both matches.
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Federal law requires federally licensed firearms dealers (but not unlicensed sellers) to initiate a background check on the purchaser prior to sale of a firearm. Federal law provides states with the option of serving as a state "point of contact" and conducting their own background checks using state, as well as federal, records and databases, or having the checks performed by the FBI using only the federal National Instant Criminal Background Check System ("NICS") database. (Note that state files are not always included in the federal database.)
In Virginia, all firearms transfers by licensed dealers are processed directly through the Department of State Police ("DSP") which enforces the federal purchaser prohibitions referenced above.1
Before transferring a firearm from his or her inventory, a licensed dealer must:
- Require a prospective purchaser to present one piece of government issued photo-identification that demonstrates that the prospective purchaser resides in Virginia;
- Obtain the purchaser's written consent to a background check and the other information on a consent form;
- Request criminal history record information regarding the purchaser by a telephone call to or other communication authorized by DSP; and
- Provide DSP with the name, birth date, gender, race, citizenship, and social security and/or any other identification number of the purchaser, and the number of firearms by category intended to be transferred.2
In 2016, Virginia repealed a requirement that a prospective purchaser present documentation of Virginia residency besides a photo ID.3
The DSP must generally process each dealer's background check request "during the dealer's call [to the DSP], or by return call without delay."4 Virginia law provides that most background checks must be processed by the end of the following business day, or the dealer is free to complete the transfer (although federal law may continue to prohibit the transfer for 3 business days).5 Non-residents seeking to purchase a handgun are treated differently, and the DSP is allowed up to 10 days to process background checks in those situations.6
A Virginia law passed in 2015 provides that a firearm dealer may, prior to selling, renting, trading, or transferring any firearm owned by the dealer but not in his inventory, require the transferee to consent to have the dealer obtain criminal history record information from DSP to determine if the transferee is prohibited from possessing or transporting a firearm by state or federal law.7
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Washed Rind Stinky Cheeses
I Love "Stinky" Washed Rind Cheeses
Most weekends I head out early to one of our local Farmer's Markets to pick up local produce and meats with my buddy Barbecue Bob. As I'm leaving the house my wife reminds me to pick a fresh baked French baguette and a stinky cheese for breakfast after our walk. It is becoming a ritual and a great way for me to try some new cheeses to tell you about.
What Is A Stinky Cheese?
There are lots of cheeses that you could call stinky but I'm going to focus on the "˜washed rind' stinky cheeses in this article. In the future I'll look at some other cheese varieties that have a strong aroma but taste great but for now let's look at some of the top stinky washed rind cheeses.
A "Stinky" cheese is an aromatic cheese where the rind has been washed with brine, marc (a fairly rough-tasting brandy made in the Burgundy region of France), wine, or beer. The rind of one type of stinky cheese, Stinking Bishop, is actually washed with pear cider.
They are cured for no fewer than 60 days and are usually soft-ripened or semi-firm in texture category. The resulting aroma from washing and curing these cheeses can best be described as "Barnyard." Other vivid adjectives that I've heard describing the smell of washed rind cheeses include stinky feet, mildewed laundry, warm animal and even unshowered for a week!
Needless to say, these cheeses must taste pretty darn good for anyone to want to overcome their smell and eat them. I have to say from my own experience; over time you start to acquire a fondness to the strong aroma. But why are these types of cheeses so stinky in the first place?
Washing a rind of a particular cheese creates an environment that inhibits mold growth. It also creates a bacteria friendly surface where the resulting aromas formulate. Now when I say bacteria, don't think these cheeses are going to make you sick.
Not all bacteria are pathogens. Keep in mind that yogurt contains beneficial bacteria. That's what "live and active cultures" means. One brand of yogurt even trumpets the name of the particular bacteria that they use to make their yogurt.
So, washing the rinds repeatedly inhibits mold growth and allows bacteria to thrive (molds kill bacteria – think of penicillin) and react with the cheese to form all sorts of complex, tasty flavors. The cheese also develops a"¦distinctive"¦aroma.
Along with the flavors contributed by the bacteria, the solution used to wash the rind interacts with the cheese, sinks down into the cheese and becomes another part of the flavor profile.
Due to their pungent aromas, special care in wrapping and storing these cheeses should be considered to preserve family harmony and extend the life of the cheese. They will stink up your refrigerator, and unless your family is okay with the butter and ice cream smelling like feet, wrap them well.
True fans and big cheese buyers purchase tiny shop refrigerators for these items.
What About Stinky Cheese Taste?
Now that we know why washed rind cheeses smell so funky, let's talk about how they taste. The effects of the strong aromas are what create the big and complex flavors that result from washing a rind.
The strong aroma of the cheese often does not hint at the flavor. I don't know about you, but I don't want to eat anything that actually tastes like a gym bag full of sweaty clothes.
Often, washed rind cheeses taste much milder than their smell would indicate, with savory hints of fruit, grass and nuts and with a texture ranging from firm and slightly grainy to soft and smooth to runny and silky.
The thing to remember with all stinky cheeses is what your mom always tried to tell you, "You can't judge a book by its cover!" In this case, you can't judge a cheese by smell alone and what one person considers stinky may be perfume to someone else.
With some washed rind cheeses you can eat the rind but many of them you can not and there are those who don't like paying big bucks for these cheeses when you can't even eat the rinds. My friend Cheesemonger Jack says
"Rind haters who feel they are being overcharged because they can't eat a particular rind should stick to buying bananas without skin or pre-cut fruit salad 'talk about an unfriendly bacteria environment'"
A little but of an extreme response, but you get the picture.
Since I knew Jack was a fan, I asked him to tell me the stinkiest cheese he has ever sold and he said,
"The strongest smelling cheese I have ever smelled was "Vieux Lille." We were able to sell that cheese years ago but it is banned now. America is fearful of raw milk product. There are probably stronger smelling cheeses out there because who knows what evil lies in the hearts of men, but I have not had them."
I did a little research about Vieux Lille and found out that one of the nicknames for it is "Stinking Pickle." I think that tells me all I need to know. Then again, I never say never, and my mom wouldn't want me to judge a book by its cover.
What is the Raw Milk Designation
I was intrigued by the "raw milk" designation. I found that by USDA regulations, cheeses made with raw milk must be aged a minimum of 60 days.
The milk is considered raw because it hasn't been brought up to the USDA requirement of 161 degrees F. When the milk reaches this temperature, many of the enzymes and bacteria present in the milk are killed.
This results in a "safer" product, but lovers of raw milk cheeses also say it ultimately results in cheeses of less complexity. In much of Europe, the milk used for cheese making is not required to be pasteurized, and the resulting cheeses tend to be more flavorful and complex.
I also asked him to put together a list of the 15 stinkiest cheeses he had eaten. Nobody can really put together an objective list of the stinkiest cheese, or the stinkiest anything else for that matter.
Everyone's palate is different, so he emphasized that this list is personal to him and is subjective. Others might feel differently.
15 Top Stinky Washed Rind Cheeses
The following list is merely my most interesting and not my favorites. Everyone's nose and taste buds are legitimate and unique to their person and individual taste.
"Strong, perfect, right, wrong, stinky, old, young "
These are all words I ignore when these descriptive adjectives are used by a potential buyer. People should realize that what they might enjoy eating is not necessarily what any book or 'expert' may suggest.
AMI DU CHAMBERTIN – Burgundy
EPOISSES (BERTHAULT brand) – Burgundy
MUNSTER/GEROME – Alsace/Lorraine
TOMME de CHEVRE (GOAT MILK RACLETTE)
PONT L'EVEQUE – Normandy
TALEGGIO – Lombardy
VIEUX LILLE – Nord
SOUMAINTRAIN BERTHAUT (washed rind)
SCHLOSS – California
TROU DU CRU – Burgundy
ROBIOLA Lombardia (STAGIANATTO)- Lombardy
RACLETTE FRENCH (WHITE WINE WASH) – Franche-Comte
PAVIN – Auvergne
LIVAROT – Normandy
I have tried the Ami du Chambertin, Epoisses, Pont L'Eveque and Livarot and will be adding them to the cheese page soon. I hope to eat my way down the rest of the list, if they are all still available.
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You must not forget Puzzone di Moena, one of Italy0s stinkiest cheeses!!!
I loved this feature. Maily because of my passion for cheese. My epitaph will read "she died by cheese"
Lola xx
This is a fascinating and very informative article! Your explanation of how these wonderful cheeses achieve their complex stinkiness is something I've wondered about. I also love your top 15 list of the stinkiest as well! May I quote you in my blog about cheese?
This cartoon is fabulous– what would I need to do to be able to use it in my blog?? Please email me. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed the article. Of course you may quote a sentence or two from the article, please just don't copy the entire article or big chunks of it. Also appreciate that you like the cartoon but it is copyrighted and cannot be used on your blog but thanks for asking and respecting my work. – RG
When I am looking for a good cheese I just put my nose down and sniff! The nose knows!
We stayed in a small hotel which looked like a small chateau near Pont en Bessin while visiting the Omaha Beach area. The restaurant offered a cheese selection for desert which included a "stinky" one. When I ate my sample the taste was an incredible mixture of walnuts and some liquor, maybe brandy…it was incredible. Does my description fit any one of your listings? I would love to buy some here in the USA.
Thank you.
Hi Spencer, It sounds like Echourgnac a la Noix. This cheese is made by Trappist nuns and soaked in a walnut liqueur. Very expensive and yes, hard to find in the USA. – RG
"Made in a Périgord monastery by nuns, Echourgnac is a round, semi-hard cow's milk cheese, infused with local walnut liquor. During the maturing process, the cheese is washed off with walnut water, which gives the rind a beautiful rich brown color and allows the walnut flavor to slowly permeate the cheese.â€
So, how can you know if you should eat the rind or not? That has always puzzled me.
I think it is different for every cheese but it also has to do with your preferences. I asked Jack about this and he said there are some cheeses where the rind is eatable but most people would go near it. – RG
thanks for the suggestion of Echourgnac
a la Noix, we have cheese-loving family in France and will look for it in future visits.


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The Business Student Council is made up of College of Business students representing each of the current business student organizations and ASUN Senators, and a student representative from each major and a number of students from each class, freshman through senior level.
Benefits include direct access and advisement to the Dean, resume building experiences including leadership positions, increased opportunities to interact with business professionals and the community at both college and community events, and the opportunity to be seen in a professional light as an ambassador of the College of Business.
The Business Student Council is the executive board for The College of Business. The primary purpose of BSC is to serve as the voice of the students within The College of Business.
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Lucky dip #1Posted: February 10, 2011 Filed under: lucky dip | Tags: fetes, lucky dip Leave a comment
Lucky dips were common treats at fairs, fetes and children's parties. You drew a prize from a box or other container, not knowing what you were going to get. In 1938, Miss Ivy Ball was in charge of the lucky dip at this garden fete. There was a treasure hunt too…..
Now and then, I'll run a lucky dip just like Miss Ball.
Let's see what you get ………


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Best Buy: Our Website Is Always Correct, You Must Be Wrong
When you find a discrepancy between the information on a retailer's website and the information a product's manufacturer prints on the package, who should you believe? Brie tells Consumerist that when she found such a discrepancy, Best Buy employees insisted that their site couldn't possibly be wrong. The product packaging, they insisted, must be misprinted. Well, no.
The product in question is, of course, from Insignia, Best Buy's house brand. Brie writes:
Oh Best Buy, this is why I hate shopping with you. I ordered this frame as a gift and chose the pick up in store option. Which albeit being the normal pain the pooper that is dealing with Best Buy (receipt checks anyone?) went rather smoothly. Until I got the frame back to the office. See the description for the frame states 2G of internal memory while the box says 1G.
I called Best Buy and spoke to one rep that was in the processes of trying to determine what happened since Insignia's site had the same info (not surprising since Insignia is Best Buy exclusive), when my phone dropped the call (yay AT&T). I called back and spoke to a second rep whose answer was that I should call Insignia and tell them that "their box is wrong" since both Best Buy and Insignia had the memory listed at 2G. I explained to the rep that they probably share the same database since they are the SAME company when he said all he could do it to suggest I call them since "their site is correct".
Honestly, I just wanted them to change the site, I'm a web minion by trade I know there is such a thing as a type, it happens and it is pretty damn easy to fix. Just take your finger and change the 2 to a 1, voila it is MAGIC!!! I finally called the store that I went to. They verified that their info had the memory listed at 2G and that they had 26 frames in stock. They went and looked at the boxes in person and low and behold, the boxes all had the same info. Their first thought was that the boxes were wrong because their site is always right ::bangs head on desk:: but finally they admitted that the site was probably more of a likely culprit then a packaging snafu.
All hail the all-powerful and all-knowing website, where no data entry error or typo has ever appeared!
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How We Work
client as a team member
We don't believe clients are on one side of the fence, and we on the other. Clients are part of our team and help us truly understand their business. This means working together, both onsite and virtually, throughout the process to iteratively shape and create amazing outcomes.
collaborative technology
We believe in using technology to support productivity, collaboration and transparency. For streamlined communication among team members, we leverage web-based project management and file sharing services. And to bring design to life, both on desktop and mobile, we use an interactive prototyping and mockup tool. All of these technologies integrate to provide our team and yours, ease of use.
Agile Teams
Unique to Donaldson Group, we don't have a creative department or a development department. We have no departments. But we do have teams that work together using a focused approach. Each team member brings a unique role and perspective, and is expected to contribute equally. From strategy to design, development to project management, each team is customized by project to function efficiently to meet our clients' objectives.
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Robbin MyersMarketing Manager / Simsbury Bank
The Donaldson Group has been an integral extension of our marketing efforts at Simsbury Bank. Jaye's creative solutions and Corey's responsiveness, attention to detail and can do attitude (no matter how urgent the request) along with Jim's digital marketing expertise, have allowed us to implement many robust new marketing programs over the past year. Lisa and Ramona have given our ideas life with beautiful creative and a dynamic website. The team at Donaldson is a true partner with Simsbury Bank, and together, we will continue to bring the Simsbury Bank brand to new heights.
Alyson BohenkoOwner / PAI
It was over 6 years ago that a Connecticut research group recommended The Donaldson Group to assist us with a marketing and communications plan for a new health insurance product. We were so impressed with their work that we continue to use their services not only for other business products but also for the development and updating of our own company website. They are one-stop shopping, providing all of the services necessary for our new websites.
Kent SeeleyVP of Sales & Marketing / PTA Plastics
We continue to be "blown away" with what we have seen. Since 2010, each time we get together, with The Donaldson Group solidifies that we made the "right choice"!
Bob SmithVP / The Village for Families and Children
Wow! That has been the overwhelming response to the fantastic brochure and poster that you and your team put together for the Village RIDE. Volunteers, staff, and riders alike have been giddy about the look and professionalism of the pieces. Thanks so much for your generous gifts of talent and time to the Village RIDE. I know this is exactly the next step that we needed to take, and we are thrilled that you are leading us down this path!
Siobhan OnthankProgram Manager / Aetna
While our work with Donaldson Group began as a brand design initiative, the results were so much more. Beyond the look and feel of our materials, DG developed a clear, concise platform for our entire program that helped engage both internal and external constituents around a common goal. DGs commitment to understanding the goals and objectives for each program resulted in a holistic solution which was represented in everything from print materials and presentations; to web sites. DG consistently met and exceeded our expectations – often inspiring us to think differently with innovative ideas to build our program.
Janet PeckinpaughOwner / Peckinpaugh Media Group
John was on location with me shooting a commercial for Cox Business and stopped me to point out that the actor needed to adjust his tie. I loved it. I never would have noticed but John said after years of shooting commercials for IBM executives...the tie was most important piece of a man's wardrobe and had to be perfect.
Francesco LoweOwner / Cheairs
We were in search of a company to give us an amazing website. Jaye and the gang were at my house within a few days and we had things completely mapped out within 2 weeks! The turnaround time was excellent - we had worked very closely with them to get precisely what we want. We have had nothing but excellent experiences working with Jaye and TDG.
Suzette RobertsAcquisition & Retention Marketing Manager / Cox Communications
Cox Business identified opportunity in some of our industry segments based on third party research. We approached Donaldson Group to create a brand new approach that would focus on five of these segments. This is our first industry-specific campaign that has been executed with this level of planning and media integration. We really appreciate the creativity and commitment that Donaldson brings to this project, and look forward to sharing results with our Cox Business counterparts in other regions.
Marvin GoldwasserSenior VP of Marketing / Continuity Control
If you ever get a chance to work with The Donaldson Group, I'd highly recommend it. They are awesome to work with.
Jessica LyonEVP & COO / Co-Communications
Working with TDG has been filled with memorable moments - from late nights putting together RFPs to fun trips to trade shows to experiencing the recent earthquake together (we thought our work was groundbreaking!). The time we first met Jaye and the team we clicked instantly. From that moment on we've had tons of fun producing great work together over the last five years and I look forward to more fun times and fantastic projects in the future!
Susan NolteOwner / May Cookie Company
The Donaldson Group created a fabulous marketing image for us of an old fashion kitchen timer that incorporated our logo. It was a great, innovative design and we continue to use it and elements of the award-winning packaging they designed for us.
Brenda MarsianChief Development Officer / Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA
We received a 'wow' from our chair of the board. I don't think our constituents have received a publication this nice and informative. Thanks for your help, Donaldson.
David JohndrowBrand Director / The Hartford
When I think of the Donaldson Group, I think about the energy and creativity that Jaye, John and Chet's team brought to every concept, line of copy and design element! Great people with great ideas and execution! Keep up the good work!
Anne RinaldoOwner / AR Media Services
Working a variety of projects over the years has been a lot of fun! From water filters to insurance to food to exercise to telecommunications, technology & fitness; we have covered at lot of territory. Where else could we meet for lunch and actually get a tour of the kitchen at Max Fish at noontime to see the Cuno water filter in operation!
Natalie ZembrzuskiDirector of Marketing / YMCA
I enjoyed being a part of the TDG family. Calls with Johanna, Ramona and Jane were like calls with old friends! We seemed to connect well and it did not take us long to figure out what was wanted, needed and how to get an incredible result.
Stacey CohenPresident / Co-Communications
We were looking for office space in Simsbury, CT during a rain storm and happened upon signage for a vacant space. My colleague and I walked into TDG office drenched and were soon greeted by Jaye Donaldson who couldn't be more welcoming, helpful and professional. Although we ended up taking space in the downtown, we knew immediately that this was the beginning of a lifetime relationship.
Wes ToddLocite
One night we had some work to get done, I was pretty tired but Jaye insisted we meet. Once we finished some work she asked if I wanted to have a drink. Of course I agreed. We headed to the Farmington Country Club and, to my surprise, walked into my 70th surprise birthday party. It was an incredible night. The Donaldson Group was a part of Loctite and, certainly, a part of my life.
Rick BraithwaitePresident & Founder / Sandstrom Design
I have known Jaye Donaldson for more than 16 years thanks to APDF. We were Board members for several years, and I was constantly impressed with her professionalism, commitment and honesty.
David BrouilletteVP of Sales / Allied Printing
Back in 1987 I made the jump from plant management to sales. Gamble and Bradshaw was my first customer. Over the years I have noticed that their unique design process and attention to detail leads to outstanding performance. As the company has evolved and the name modified, their core principles have remained consistent and the quality of work outstanding.
Mike SavageCEO / Fitness EM
Since 2005, The Donaldson Group has given us branding and packaging solutions that have distinguished us from the market place as an innovative leader dedicated to women's fitness. Your talent, collaboration, and around-the-clock services are what keep us coming back.
Frank RossiDirector of Marketing / 3M
Not only did The Donaldson Group get it done but it turned out to be a work of art! After the show was over, I had it shipped back and the engineers were absolutely floored about how nice it turned out. It is now in our lab and no one wants to disassemble it. It's sort of like a monument!
Rick PetreycikManager, Channel Communications / Pitney Bowes
I look forward to working with you folks on each and every project we do together – you are the only firm I use.
Jodi OlshevskiAssistant VP & Gerontologist / The Hartford
We're getting a lot of mileage for the work you did for us -- it continues to look impressive and provides a great platform to promote our work!


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Autism Society of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
Blue Heron Support Services/Alberta Brain Injury Network
Centre of Hope
The Centre of Hope is a social project of the Fellowship Baptist Church, created to assist the homeless and underemployed in overcoming the "road blocks" that prevent them from achieving a sustainable existence. Patrons can use practical resources as well as emotional and professional assistance, support and advocacy to help them move beyond crisis and toward long-term goals.
Fort McMurray Search and Rescue
The Fort McMurray Search and Rescue Society is a trained volunteer organization that assists the local RCMP or Emergency Services with ground search and rescue operations in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. As we continue our training to keep our skills up, we are also expanding our services in more specialized areas such as swift water rescue. We offer preventative training programs for children (Adventure Smart / Hug-a-tree) to teach them methods to stay safe without getting lost and knowing what to do in the event that they have. Recently we have done presentations in partnership with municipal programs (such as "Wilderness Wednesdays" at the Jubilee Plaza) where our focus is to teach people from youth to adult basic outdoor survival skills.
Girls Incorporated of Northern Alberta
Girls Incorporated of Northern Alberta is a non-profit organization with a mission to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold. They provide girls 6 to 18 years old with the knowledge and skills needed to break free from gender stereotypes, create social change, be proud of who they are and be confident in their own skin. The programs delivered by staff and volunteers are specially designed for girls and are based on years of research and development. The programs are designed to inspire girls to live healthy and physically active lives; navigate media messages, and develop an interest in science, math and technology. Girls Inc. partners closely with local schools and youth organizations in order to implement their programs, which reach approximately 300 girls throughout Wood Buffalo each year, and as they grow – that number is climbing.
Golden Years Society
The prime purpose of the Golden Years Society is to promote wellness and fellowship through activities to all seniors in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. They focus on every aspect of our seniors and work hard to enhance and maintain the well-being of their members. Activities available to members include card nights, weekly luncheons, bocce ball, bowling, arts and crafts, outings, social events, seniors' week activities, coffee time, choir and clinics.
Justin Slade Youth Foundation
JSYF is a registered non- profit agency that provides youth ages 12-17 with organized programs, community engagement and a casual drop in center that promotes valuable opportunities for social interaction.
For the past 13 years since inception, JSYF has proudly served the young people of Fort McMurray with programs and workshops to help better themselves. All of our programming, events and activities are offered free of charge to any and all youth, regardless of what socio- economic status they may face.
The foundation's programs are recreational, yet based on the idea of prevention. Each program hosted by our foundation has been done with the intention that youth who are involved and supported have more opportunities to make positive life decisions than those who lack support and empowerment.
KidSport Wood Buffalo
Kidsport Wood Buffalo is a registered chapter of KidSport Alberta, and serves the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. We believe that no kid should be left on the sidelines and all should be given the opportunity to experience the positive benefits of organized sports. KidSport provides up to $300 per child, per year, in order to remove financial barriers that prevent them from playing organized sport.
Legacy Counselling Centre
The mission of Legacy Counselling Centre is to provide hope to individuals and families – "journeying together `Hand to Hand towards Wholeness.'" Counselling services are provided for individuals from 2 years old and up. There are no fees for children and youth up to the age of 19 years old, and at risk populations do not pay for counselling services. Fees for other individuals are assessed on a case by case basis. It is Legacy's aim to provide professional counselling services at affordable rates; therefore applicable fees are based on a sliding scale according to an individual's means to pay. At Legacy Counselling Centre, quality counselling is provided by highly trained and experienced Counsellors who are non-judgmental and who have devoted their lives to assisting others toward a path of holistic living.
Local Hero Foundation
Mark Amy Treatment Centre
Multicultural Association of Wood Buffalo
The Multicultural Association supports cultural groups and newcomers through over 20 programs, events, initiatives and services that build capacity and help them integrate into our community. MCA celebrates, educates and integrates our community through numerous events that connect diverse peoples and showcase multiculturalism. Underlying everything MCA does is a fostering of cross-cultural awareness, understanding and integration through education.
Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre
North Reach Society
Pastew Place Detox Centre
Pastew Place is a non-medical, residential facility with hospital and paramedic backup. Pastew Place also provides a day program from Monday to Friday for clients and their families, and anyone else who would like to learn more about addiction. They offer pre-treatment programs which allow clients to stay at the centre for up to two weeks while waiting to attend residential treatment. As well as post-treatment programs for clients who have completed treatment and may require a safe, secure place to live while providing programming to help ensure a clean and sober life style.
Safe Community Wood Buffalo
Safe Community Wood Buffalo's (SCWB) mission is to make Wood Buffalo the safest region in Canada to live, learn, work and play. SCWB provides education and awareness around all areas of family safety: car seat safety, bike safety, road safety, winter safety; all aspects to help keep our region safe and minimize preventable collisions and injuries.
Some Other Solutions
24 hours a day, 365 days a year – Some Other Solutions is here for you. Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, suicidal? SOS can help. Through our 24-hour crisis line all individuals, regardless of age, can access a supportive listener who will always hear your concerns and help address your needs. Whether you or someone you know is struggling with a relationship, workplace conflict, financial concerns, addiction, grief and loss, mental and emotional wellbeing – SOS offers programs for children, youth and adults to empower you to find solutions.
Spinal Cord Injury Alberta
Spinal Cord Injury Alberta (SCI AB) empowers persons with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities to achieve independence and full community participation. Whether it be assisting a newly spinal cord injured child or adult, lobbying for better public transportation, or helping to create a more inclusive community, SCI AB embraces the approach that there is more than one way.
Stepping Stones-Wood's Homes Youth Services
Stepping Stones Youth Services is a short-term facility for youth ages 12-18 who are experiencing housing instability or homelessness. Located in Dickensfield, the home has 7 beds and is open 24 hours a day, allowing youth and their supports to work through their problems to prevent further family breakdown and homelessness. This program also provides assistance to youth in the home after they have successfully made that transition. Additionally, Stepping Stones provides parenting support, parenting groups and ongoing assistance through collaborations with schools and the community. Their mobile outreach service is prominently found at schools, reaching out to youth, providing support, community referrals and workshops.
St. Aidan's Society
St. Aidan's Society is a local agency that was founded in 1973 by the Honourable Judge Harry Aime as a means of responding to the needs of the community at that time. In the spirit of this philosophy, St. Aidan's Society has embarked on a new journey to meet the current and future needs of the seniors of our region. They are excited by this new direction and eager to work collaboratively with various levels of government, service providers, the citizens of this region and our seniors.
Support Through Housing Team Society
Support Through Housing Team helps "hard to house" individuals or families. Twelve agencies have teamed together to provide assistance and advocacy for clients to obtain and maintain independent housing in the community. Whether it is mental health, addictions, family violence, or just poor rental history, the STHT is there to help clients in their time of need.
The Children's Centre
The Children's Centre Nonprofit Society aims to address the needs of children up to 6 years of age, by working with their families to develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed within the education system and society. The Children's Centre is committed to a collaborative effort between community services, agencies and families.
The Hub Family Resource Centre
Since The Hub opened their doors in 2003 the mission has been to strengthen capacities and encourage the best possible development of families in the RMWB. The Hub offers skills and tools for parents to ensure the best possible development of their young child, such as Triple P: Positive Parenting Programs, Ages and Stages Development Check-Ups, Car Seat Inspections, prenatal programming, and early learning curricula. In addition to centre based programming The Hub on Wheels program ensures that rural Wood Buffalo has access to The Hub's educational programs and resources The Hub is also home to the only Safe Visitation & Exchange programming in the municipality, ensuring that children in court-ordered custody arrangements are out of harm's way during access and/or exchange.
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army operates a variety of programs from the Centre to assist clients in our community. Clients of the shelter are provided nutritious meals, bath/shower, clothing and shelter in a secure, safe environment. The Soup Kitchen provides wholesome meals to the area's homeless and others suffering hardship. Family Services assists individuals and families to meet their practical needs when facing financial or emergency situations. The Community Response Vehicle provides outreach and emergency services where needed.
Serving the Wood Buffalo Region since 1982, Waypoints is a social profit organization working to end domestic violence, sexual assault and abuse, and homelessness in our region. Waypoints operates two crisis lines: 24-7 Domestic Violence Crisis Line: 780-743-1190, and 24-7 Sexual Assault and Abuse Crisis Line: 780-791-6708. Waypoints also operates: Unity House, (an emergency women's shelter), Second Stage Shelter, (secure, transitional housing for women escaping domestic violence), Domestic Violence Community Outreach, (education, support, advocacy and referrals for community members, professional groups and corporations), Opportunities for Change Centre, (a court-mandated, education program for domestic violence perpetrators), Sexual Assault and Abuse Programs and Services, (including free trauma counselling), The Compass Affordable Housing and Housing First Program, (part of a regional initiative to house the homeless).


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Classroom Connection
Dress to Impress
Maren MacIntyre
You've gotta look the part to be at the head of the class.
We've all heard the phrase "dress for success," but what does it really mean?
And why should you care about it? For an aspiring educator, knowing curriculum and classroom management aren't the only things that make you a teacher. You also need to dress the part.
"Your attire says so much about you," says Diana Pemberton-Sikes, an author and personal image consultant. "Too fashionable says you're superficial. Too sloppy says you're not into details. A well-groomed, appropriately dressed person will always enjoy more success than their poorly dressed counterparts."
Dressing professionally also boosts your self-esteem and self-confidence, not to mention your employer's confidence in your abilities.
"When you dress well…you make a better impression on your clients or students, and you may be looked upon as a better employee by your supervisor," says Brian Earle, who teaches business etiquette at Cornell University.
But in many schools, dressing professionally isn't just a smart choice. It's a requirement under the employee dress codes that districts like New Hanover County School District in North Carolina have adopted.
"By creating a focus on professionalism and modeling high standards of personal conduct, we establish and maintain a more effective and positive learning environment for our students," says John A. Welmers Jr., the district's assistant superintendent for human resources. "In essence, we wanted to differentiate the professional staff from the look and actions of the students."
How can you keep your look professional and avoid a serious fashion faux pas? Here are a few guidelines:
Understand your school dress code, if you have one
"The new hire should ask about the dress code for both the students and the faculty. This will give an indication of the culture and leadership of the institution," Earle advises. "If there is any question about the definition of the dress code, ask for examples of what is considered appropriate."
Don't dress like your students.
"The biggest problem new teachers seem to have, especially at the high school and college levels, is separating themselves from their students," says Earle. "If you dress exactly like the students it compromises your authority regardless of how well you teach."
Pemberton-Sikes agrees. "As a teacher, you want to be seen as relatable, but also as the leader of the class," she says. "To accomplish this, you need a shirt with a collar and/or a third layer, like a vest, a cardigan, or a jacket."
Avoid tight-fitting, revealing, or trendy clothing, Pemberton-Sikes adds, but make sure your grooming is current and consistent. "You want your students to pay attention to you and show courtesy, not make fun of your attire or 1980s hairdo."
Select clothes that suit your teaching duties
"Dress needs to reflect the activities of the teacher," says Earle. "I don't think an elementary school teacher wants her supervisor to stop in while she is sitting on the floor and leading an activity in a short skirt. Likewise, a male gym teacher would probably not want to play soccer in suit pants and wingtips."
Slacks are a good choice for teachers who spend time on the floor with students, suggests Pemberton-Sikes. Meanwhile, a science teacher, or other educator who works with chemicals, may want to a wear lab coat, she adds. Comfortable, supportive shoes also are a must.
Don't bust your budget with expensive clothes.
Updating a wardrobe of jeans and T-shirts to suits and ties can be expensive. But find out what your school requires before you invest in pricey threads. Districts like New Hanover County School District, for instance, let teachers wear khakis with polo-type shirts and blouses and other economical options.
Remember, "dress for success" really works.
"Raw talent will get you only so far," says Pemberton-Sikes. "Cultivated talent polished with appropriate attire and nice manners will take you anywhere in the world you want to go.…Package yourself appropriately and 'the sky's the limit,' as they say."
First, Broaden Horizons—Then Teach
Stepping up to lead a class for the first time can seem like stepping into another world—even if it's in the elementary school down the street!
But one Indiana education program says getting out of your comfort zone is the best way to prepare for full-time teaching. Last May, students from the University of Evansville spent two weeks teaching, and learning, in the schools on the Caribbean island of Trinidad.
"I was really excited about the opportunity to visit another country and it was a complete immersion into an entirely different culture," says senior Victoria Gohmann, president of the university's Student chapter.
"My favorite part was being able to work in the schools. Their schools are very different from ours, but we learned a lot of ways to implement the teaching strategies we have here with the students there."
Davies Bellamy, associate professor of education and Student chapter adviser, organized the trip as part of a class he developed on multicultural competence. In past years education students had traveled to Jamaica, but for this trip Bellamy decided to take students to his home country of Trinidad and Tobago.
The 12 students, including eight education majors, lived with host families in Bellamy's home village and worked alongside teachers in Bellamy's former elementary and secondary schools.
As part of the coursework, Bellamy asked students to evaluate their own preconceived notions about different ethnic groups. Then, through their travel experience he wanted them to gain a greater knowledge and awareness about a different culture.
"The literature shows that the immersion experience is life transforming to a greater degree than experiential learning," Bellamy explains. "We hope that when they get to know people individually, they will see that the values, beliefs, and assumptions they make about groups do not categorically apply to individuals and that would help them interact with individuals more openly, caringly, and effectively."
Students say the trip definitely pushed them outside of their comfort zones, but for the better.
"The first few days it was overwhelming. It was like no place I'd ever been," says junior Lauren Johnson, an elementary education major. "But it was eye opening to find out all that I had in common with these people even though they were so seemingly different at first."
In addition to acclimating to the hot and humid weather, students had to adjust to the relaxed pace of their new environment. Instead of individual classrooms, the schools had open layouts where chalkboards divided different grade levels.
The teachers also had fewer resources and supplies to use with their students. Knowing this, members of the Student chapter used a CLASS grant to make classroom manipulatives and purchase art supplies and athletic equipment that they delivered to the teachers in Trinidad.
"You can't help but realize how little these kids had, but they were so excited to have us as their guests," says junior Dana Hagmann, an elementary education major. "I realized how important it is to teach students about their differences and how that makes them unique. If we were all the same, school would be boring."
Ultimately, Bellamy hopes the students apply the lessons they learned on their trip in their own classrooms and that the experience makes them better teachers.
"When these students come back here and get further along in their teaching experience, they can begin to see students who are from minority populations through a new lens, a lens that will help them teach them effectively," he says.
From the NEA Professional Library
The checklist format of Countdown to the First Day of School will help you start the year off right. Here's a sample grab:
A successful first day of school takes a lot of preparation. You can't tell students about everything on the first day, so you'll need to decide exactly which information to convey on the first day and which on subsequent days.
Determine how you will interact with students and how you establish and enforce behavioral expectations. Consider the following principles when planning your first day:
• Many schools have shortened periods/days the first day of school. Overplan but don't rush, hurry, or cram in too much.
• Keep a whole-class focus since one large group is often easier to monitor than several small groups.
• Consider some kind of brief get-acquainted activity, either for the first day or subsequent days.
• Teach something the first day. Have students do some kind of school work, particularly something that can be sent home. Make sure that first-day activities are something at which all, or nearly all, can succeed.
• Clearly state your rules, procedures, and academic expectations.
• Establish a daily routine to end the class period, allowing students time to put papers and
supplies away, clean up the work areas, and gather their belongings if they will be leaving the classroom.
• Relax! Look forward to the first day and the rest of the year. Reward yourself in some way at the end of the first day or week for a job well begun!
From: Countdown to the First Day of School by Leo M. Schell and Paul R. Burden. Order your copy.


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Second Quarter 2016 - Market Newsletter
"The result of the referendum is clear. Its full implications for the economy are not."
- Mark Carney, Governor of the Bank of England, June 30th, 2016
Markets saw significant volatility at the conclusion of the first half of the year. An unexpected Brexit was a meaningful driver of downside risk in June. Additionally, persistent global growth concerns, divergent central bank policies, and tragic terrorist attacks both in the US and abroad all continued to weigh on risk assets.
Economic data yielded mixed signals throughout the second quarter. First quarter GDP was shown to have increased at an annual rate of 1.1% with personal consumption once again representing a key driver of the economy. Additionally, residential investment remained a positive contributor. As discussed in Massey Quick's 2016 Market Outlook, we maintain our position that the consumer will continue to represent a positive growth driver.
Nevertheless, after demonstrating positive trends for multiple months, labor markets experienced a sharp correction with the release of the May nonfarm payrolls figure. The US created only 38,000 jobs in May (compared to expectations of 162,000). While the unemployment rate fell to 4.7%, markets appeared to be shocked by the derailment in job creation. While one data point may not represent a new trend, the May report raised questions about potential downside risks to the US economy.
The US Federal Reserve's June meeting saw the central bank once again opting not to increase interest rates. The Fed statement (and Chair Yellen's press conference) continued to highlight global economic uncertainty and a cautious attitude towards the US economic recovery as the reason behind the measured pace in rate hikes. The oft-cited FOMC "dot plot" was a key point of focus for markets as it highlighted a seemingly more cautious Fed than many may have anticipated. In particular, six Fed policymakers foresaw only one rate hike in 2016 while the longer-term outlook for the Federal Funds rate declined. Market-implied odds for a Fed rate hike in 2016 plunged even further after the unanticipated vote by the UK to leave the EU (see International section below). The aforementioned mixed messages from the US Central bank led to continued volatility in the dollar, though the USD still managed to gain approximately +1.6% in Q2.
On the micro front, earnings results continued to be mixed. According to data from JP Morgan released on May 24th, 74% of S&P 500 companies beat earnings estimates in the first quarter. However, earnings growth continued to paint a worrisome picture with Q1 EPS growth clocking in at -8%. The embattled energy sector continued to represent a meaningful drag on earnings; nevertheless, even if one excludes said sector, EPS growth was still negative. The idea of a prolonged "earnings recession" continues to raise questions about the future return potential of domestic equities following a multi-year rally from the depths of the recession. Additionally, many pundits expressed concerns that lackluster corporate performance could translate into a broader economic recession.
The 2016 Presidential election continued to take shape with Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton emerging as their respective party candidates. Uncertainty remains high as the campaigns for the White House begin in earnest.
International Markets
It's possible that no single word dominated second quarter news headlines as much as "Brexit." Markets seemed to hang on every set of odds and polling data that emerged regarding the June 23rd referendum. When results were released on June 24th, the UK's decision to leave the EU caught markets off guard and engendered significant risk asset volatility. The pound dropped to thirty-year lows while equities also slumped dramatically. In contrast, perceived safe haven assets (e.g. US Treasuries and gold) received meaningful bids. In the aftermath of the vote, central bankers around the globe rushed to pledge their willingness to promote financial market stability. This accommodative policy rhetoric may have helped to stem further losses in the final days of June.
While the immediate aftermath of the Brexit vote was certainly dramatic, the longer-term impact remains unclear. The logistics surrounding a UK exit could take years to unfold. In the interim, markets are clearly demonstrating angst about the impact Brexit will have on global growth, the global financial system and the precedent it could set for other countries to leave the EU. Please visit Massey Quick's website for additional commentary and thoughts on Brexit.
Equity Markets
Equities demonstrated meaningful volatility in the second quarter with the oft-cited VIX index ramping from 13.95 to 15.63 over the course of the quarter. This increase included a spike to 25.76 on the day of the Brexit announcement. After posting gains in both April (+0.4%) and May (+1.8%), the S&P 500 was whipsawed dramatically by volatility in June as a result of the Brexit announcement. For context, the S&P fell approximately -3.6% on the day the Brexit referendum results were released. Nevertheless, despite this sharp drawdown, a somewhat surprising bounce in the final days of June allowed the index to finish the quarter up +2.5%.
As might be expected, international markets were not immune to the swings in investor sentiment throughout the quarter. As was the case in Q1, results were generally mixed across regions. When measured in dollars, the MSCI AC Asia Index gained +0.8% in Q2 while the AC Europe Index expectedly fared worse to post a loss of -2.3%. Despite continued concerns about China's slowing growth and potential currency devaluation, emerging markets posted another quarter of gains; the MSCI EM index was up +0.8% in Q2.
The constituent sectors of the S&P 500 continued to show a high degree of dispersion. A bounce in the price of WTI oil from $38.34/barrel to $48.33/barrel in the second quarter was a boon to energy stocks (the S&P 500 Energy was up +11.6%). Additionally, as was the case in Q1, utilities (+6.8%) and telecom (+7.1%), two sectors that are commonly perceived as safe havens, continued their strong year. Technology (-2.8%) and consumer discretionary (-0.9%) stocks were the only two sectors to yield negative quarterly returns as many market participants may have sought to rotate capital out of past winners during periods of market volatility.
Bank stocks were once again a front-and-center news item in Q2 as Brexit worries weighed heavily on the sector. Several large domestic European banking institutions posted meaningful declines in the days following the UK referendum results and subsequently lagged their counterparts in the market bounce at the end of June. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the financials sector is the worst-performing group in the S&P 500 through the end of the first half (total return of -3.1%).
Bottom Line: Following the unprecedented events in the UK, we continue to favor domestic equities over their international counterparts. We maintain our view that volatility is likely to persist and anticipate continued use of opportunistic rebalancing to maintain exposure to quality opportunities.
Fixed Income
Global bonds posted gains in the second quarter with the Barclays Global Aggregate index advancing +2.9%. Global bond markets made headlines in Q2 when it was reported that the amount of debt around the world offering negative yields exceeded $10 trillion for the first time. Continued accommodative central bank policy and a bid for safe-haven assets have continued to drive yields lower. Although the Federal Reserve is engaged in a tightening cycle, Treasuries were not immune to this phenomenon: following the end of the quarter, US 10 Year and 30 Year bond yields both touched record lows not seen since 2012.
High yield bonds continued to see a significant rally from their February lows for most of the second quarter. However, as was the case with equities, the Brexit vote threw a wrench into the uptrend. Despite this hiccup at quarter end, the Barclays Global High Yield index posted gains in each month of Q2 to return +4.4% for the quarter. As noted in our first quarter update, the riskiest segments of the high yield market continue to dramatically outperform their safer peers. Based on data from JP Morgan, CCC-rated bonds have returned +17.8% YTD through June 30th while their BB-rated counterparts have posted gains of +6.3%.
On a fundamental basis, the second quarter saw default activity slow relative to the first quarter as the rebound in energy prices may have helped to stave off some bankruptcies in the near-term. According to further data from JPM, year to date defaults stand at $43.8B across both bonds and loans. Despite the slowing of defaults in Q2, the overall high yield default rate currently stands at 3.6% (versus 1.9% at this juncture last year). It is clear that many companies are still not out of the woods and, as noted in our 2016 Market Outlook, we would expect further default activity, particularly within the beleaguered energy and mining sectors.
Bottom Line: We continue to approach credit markets with caution given unprecedented central bank policy and structural issuers pertaining to market liquidity. Our emphasis remains on higher quality securities with lower duration risk.
Alternative Investments
Hedge funds had a relatively positive second quarter as increased volatility may have yielded attractive opportunities. Based on preliminary results, the HFN Hedge Fund Aggregate Index advanced +2.1% in Q2. While this figure trailed broader equity and fixed income markets, it marked a reversal from a difficult first quarter. As was the case in Q1, there was meaningful dispersion among individual strategy types. Distressed strategies (+10%) were among the best performers as several beaten down situations (particularly within lower-rated commodity credits) continued their rally from Q1 lows. Non-arbitrage fixed-income oriented strategies (+2.4%) may have also benefitted from these tailwinds while Macro funds (+1%) benefited from the heightened volatility in June to close the quarter in the black. Equity-oriented strategies continued to post lackluster results with the Long/Short index gaining a more modest +0.8%. In many cases, the whipsawing of markets in the final days of the month proved damaging to both longs and shorts for these strategies. Several high-profile hedge fund managers have continued to receive press for their performance struggles. Additionally, investor frustrations likely came to a head when it was reported that the hedge fund industry saw its most meaningful outflows since 2009.
Bottom Line: We are sympathetic to investor frustration with hedge fund performance. However, we maintain our position that increasing levels of volatility and market inefficiencies in illiquid assets create attractive opportunities.
Conclusion and Outlook
Our focus remains grounded in a dedicated, disciplined asset allocation framework for each client portfolio. We continue to believe that portfolio diversification across asset classes facilitates a broad opportunity set for delivering returns in an environment of increasing uncertainty.
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2Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics


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Captain's Log: Stardate 10198.9
With Stardate 10200.0 rapidly approaching, I wanted to take a moment and wish the crew of the Starship Enterprise, along with all of our friends off the ship, a happy, healthy and safe new year.
It's very unfortunate that 2001 will be most remembered for the events of September 11, so much so that this passing year will be one that we will never forget. We can all be thankful that we are all safe and surrounded by those who care about us.
I did want to point out, however, that 2001 should also be remembered for the good times. Times that tested our limits (as well as the Enterprise's) and made us laugh. Here's a small recap of some of the more memorable events of 2001:
∙ Stardate 10141.3: Laura and Kurt join the crew of the Enterprise. Commander Jerry Finger officially recognized as the weakest link – goodbye.
∙ Stardate 10146.3: We decide on spinnaker assignments. Laura handles the sheet and Deb does the guy (his name is Jeff.)
∙ Stardate 10146.6: Captain Jeff Ohstrom of the USS Frolic defeats and shames the evil hairy Horta in a protest hearing.
∙ Stardate 10150.1: Richard and The Crusher return home on the Enterprise after a short pleasure cruise. Thankfully, the ship was still in one piece.
∙ Stardate 10150.3: The crew of the Enterprise discovers who is managing whom in Andy's marriage.
∙ Stardate 10157.5: The Enterprise returns in 5th place from its mission Around Long Island with butt cake, fruit cup photon torpedoes (Dave's invention) and paper-towel-dried sails. Jory lost weight. Jonathan and Brad both boldly slept like no man has slept before.
∙ Stardate 10162.4: Laura loses all pole vaulting Olympic dreams when she somehow vaults herself onto a pole.
∙ Stardate 10165.2: Six of Nine rumors begin. Brad starts new job and becomes a distant memory.
∙ Stardate 10173.1: Promotions and commendations are given to the crew.
∙ Stardate 10177.0: In more wind than the Enterprise has ever sailed in, we take a 3rd in the Leukemia Cup Regatta, all with minimal damage and no lost crew. Most importantly, we helped to raise a record $18,000 for Leukemia research.
∙ Stardate 10184.3: The New York Yankees set a world record for being the losing-est team in World Series game history (Hey, I'm a Mets fan.)
∙ Stardate 10188.7: The Enterprise takes 2nd in the First Annual Boatless Regatta. Seeing as our best score of the year was in a race not actually involving the ship, plans are under way to refit the ship's warp drive (sails) while in winter spacedock.
∙ Stardate 10194.2: I announce to the crew my engagement. Humans now await the remaining six signs of the apocalypse.
∙ Stardate 10196.1: During the surprise 60th birthday celebration for Richard, the crew chip in and restore the navigation systems of the Enterprise. Jonathan shows up – so now humans await the remaining five signs of the apocalypse.
Happy New Year, everyone. May there be wind in our sails and peace on Earth (not to mention the rest of the quadrant.)


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Rain in the San Juan Mountains continued to put down the Burro Fire east of Dolores this weekend, resulting in a drawdown of fire personnel and an increase in the level of containment.
As of Sunday morning, only 27 personnel were assigned to the fire, down from 45 on Saturday. Containment was raised to 50 percent, up from 40 percent, and the fire's footprint remained at 4,593 acres.
Public information officer Kathy Russell said afternoon rains gave the area "a good soaking" on Thursday and Friday, and the weekend's rain left the area muddy and puddled. Trees were dripping-wet, she said, and no smoke was visible.
The weather has been favorable for firefighting efforts ever since temperatures started cooling down earlier this week. Fire officials have determined that the fire no longer posed a threat, but crews will continue to monitor it, Russell said. Officials are prepared to ramp up personnel quickly if the weather should turn hot and dry.
"The fire was calmed down already because of the increased humidity, and when that rain came, it calmed down even more," she said. "We expect it to continue at very low levels."
Although rain showers Thursday through Saturday came with lightning, Russell said the lightning didn't seem to have caused any more fire activity. Firefighters always leave exposed places "at the first sign of lighting," according to a press release.
Burro Fire crews have finished building a contingency line down to Colorado Highway 145, and the San Juan Hotshots who spearheaded that effort have left the scene, Russell said. Out of the remaining personnel, several spent Saturday removing firefighting equipment from the area and taking it to the U.S. Forest Service's district office in Dolores, at 29211 Colorado Highway 184, which now functions as the fire's public information office.
According to the release, all equipment must be inventoried, cleaned and shipped to the Rocky Mountain Interagency Support Cache, which supplies wildland firefighting efforts across the West.
On Saturday, there were about 45 firefighters working on the Burro Fire, but Russell said about 20 left on Sunday. Some of them were members of the interagency incident management team and were required to depart after working 21 days on the fire.
Other personnel planned to continue clearing and widening containment lines. Remaining crews will continue to mop up smoldering areas and watch for hot spots.
Russell would not provide an estimate of what would be considered an acceptable containment level, stating that factors including weather, fire lines, the availability of dry timber and elevation affect a risk assessment.
"The bottom line – if our firefighters felt that the community would be at risk, there would be more firefighters up there," she said. "Fuels are getting wetter and wetter every day."
Infrared mapping flights have ceased because of the fire's lack of activity and the need for aerial firefighting resources elsewhere.
Russell said that even though the fire is lying low for now, it's not dead.
"These kinds of big fires tend to smolder for a very long time," she said.
Although the rains were welcome in Southwest Colorado, residents shouldn't mistake them for the monsoon season, said Ben Moyer, meteorologist with National Weather Service in Grand Junction. The recent storms came from the northeast, and true monsoonal rains come from the south, Moyer said.
"Yes, we are grateful for the precipitation we have received. But we haven't really had a direct, long-term tap into the tropics yet," Moyer said.
He said monsoonal patterns have established themselves over southern New Mexico, and in the west, as far north as Las Vegas, Nevada, but they have not yet worked their way to Colorado.
The coming of monsoonal activity in Southwest Colorado varies from year to year and can start anywhere from late June to as late as August, Moyer said. This year, he said monsoonal patterns are expected to emerge later this month. The rain hasn't driven away the drought or heightened fire danger in Montezuma County. Stage 2 fire restrictions remain in effect throughout the San Juan National Forest.
The Hermosa Creek Wilderness and the Colorado Trail between Molas Pass and Junction Creek are still closed, and Russell said she doesn't know when they would reopen.
The Durango Herald contributed to this article.


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A great method for finding new customers is by teaming up with a related business and referring each other to your existing clients.
Referrals are the most powerful marketing method you can get for your business. When a friend or business recommends you or your company it carries more weight than adverts, tweets or a Facebook post.
In this video I give you some examples of how a business can use cross marketing and the types of ways you can promote.
Your Take Away
I hope you got some benefit from this video and you make an effort to find a local business to do some cross marketing with. It's a WIN WIN for both companies, help promote them, they promote you and both companies should gain new customers. If you are only using Facebook to market your business then try some cross marketing.
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Please post any comments or questions below and if you have any suggestion about this videos (lighting, content etc) I would love to hear them.


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1: Once upon a time, there was a beautiful baby who was welcomed into the world by two loving parents and their family and friends...
2: I was so excited when I found out I was going to have a baby boy!
3: Malik Jaiden was Born three week early.
4: My Baby 5lbs Apgar score of six | WELCOME TO THE WORLD
5: At 0-4 Months Malik Jaiden is Developing his Social/Emotional Developmental milestone by laughing
6: He is able to focus is eyes on things for a long period of time
7: Only sleeps for two hours at a time. | 5-8 Months
8: Infant Years
9: DEveloping | Toddler Years
10: 9-12 Months
11: Imitating words and actions and understand a couple of words.
12: Malik Jaiden is learning to walk, and is shy when asked to be in a photo.
13: Shy Smiles | 2 Years
15: Birth to 2 Years


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I know that there's still 38 days until Valentine's Day. Why do I talk about Valentine too early? Well, that's because Valentine's Day is about love and love doesn't have to be only on Valentine's Day. We all can't deny the truth that we live with love. Can you remember the feeling of your first […]