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Cogito Company Overview
Cogito provides human aware technology to help professionals elevate their performance. Cogito's contact center AI instantly analyzes hundreds of conversational behaviors to provide live in-call guidance combined with a real-time measure of customer experience.
The technology is augmenting the emotional intelligence of thousands of agents in the world's most successful enterprises – improving sales results, delivering world-class service and enhancing quality of care. Backed by Goldman Sachs, OpenView Ventures, Romulus Capital and Salesforce Ventures, Cogito is headquartered in Boston, MA.
At Cogito, we are united through the common goals of producing innovative technology, driving customer success, and helping people live more productive lives.
Jobs at Cogito
Joshua Feast
CEO & Co-Founder
Josh Feast is the President and CEO of Cogito. He is a serial entrepreneur and thought leader with a passion for creating innovative technology that helps people live more productive lives. Josh has more than a decade of experience as a senior executive and is regularly quoted in Forbes, Fortune, and the Wall Street Journal. He holds an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management where he was the Platinum-Triangle Fulbright Scholar in Entrepreneurship and a Bachelor of Technology from Massey University in New Zealand.
Dr. Ali Azarbayejani
CTO & Co-Founder
Ali has 30+ years of experience as a scientist, engineer, entrepreneur, and developer of world-class computational technologies. His pioneering doctoral research at the MIT Media Lab in probabilistic modeling for 3-D vision was the basis for his first startup company Alchemy 3D Technology, which created the market in the film and video post-production industry for camera match-moving software. Before Cogito, he consulted in software development and developed computational algorithms on the research staff at Mitsubishi Electric Research Labs. He is a co-founder of Cogito and has served as CTO since 2009, building the engineering, machine learning, and product teams and leading innovation.
Douglas Kim
Chief Revenue and Customer Success Officer
Douglas brings more than 25 years of marketing, sales, and client services expertise to Cogito. Prior to joining Cogito, Douglas built and ran the commercial function for Kyruus – a leading enterprise healthcare provider technology company. Prior to that, he spent 12 years helping commercialize the BPM and CRM business from $2M to $500M annual revenues for Pegasystems, Inc. Among many roles there, – he designed and built the Cloud / SaaS business and the Strategic Alliances function. Prior to Pegasystems, Mr. Kim was the Founder of Talksender Inc, a pioneer in cloud based rich-media email marketing used by Warner Bros, Sony Music and Grey Advertising. Douglas began his career at Novasoft – the leader in Electronic Content Management, where he built and ran the channel function and the Latin America and European regions. He is a graduate of Boston University School of Engineering, where he studied Biomedical and Manufacturing Engineering.
Dr. Skyler Place
Chief Behavioral Science Officer
Dr. Skyler Place combines decades of psychological theory with cutting edge behavioral data to drive positive behavior change. He influences product capabilities and provides thought leadership to clients within enterprise sales and service operations. His team of behavioral scientists, analysts and consultants apply best practice principles and novel insights to ensure higher performance for both organizations and individuals. Skyler has over fifteen years of experience developing and implementing new approaches to better predict and improve human behavior. Prior to Cogito, Skyler led large-scale academic research projects at the intersection of artificial intelligence and behavioral science. Skyler holds a BA in computer science from Colby College, PhDs in psychology and cognitive science from Indiana University, and completed his post-doctoral work in computational social science at the Institute for Quantitative Social Science at Harvard University.
Margaret Olson
SVP of Engineering
Margaret Olson is a seasoned software executive. Prior to joining Cogito she held a number of leadership positions within rapidly growing software companies including an eight-year tenure as the CTO of Constant Contact during which time she helped grow the company from a start-up into a leading provider of SaaS-based marketing technology. She was also CTO of Nix86, a high-growth software company developing frictionless ordering for restaurants and distributors, which she helped co-found. Additionally, Olson co-founded and held the position of CTO at Plum, one of the first web and mobile applications for private social networking and group conversations. She helped grow Plum into a leader in the industry and played a key role in Plum's acquisition by Nokia.
Kate Gingras
VP of Strategic Clients
Kate is a recognized technology industry thought leader responsible for delivering business value to foster deep long-term client relationships. Prior to joining Cogito, Kate was a Vice President at Appian, where she built out a global business line and was responsible for securing and managing multi-million dollar strategic client relationships. Kate played a pivotal role in growing Appian from a niche technology provider to an industry leader that experienced a successful IPO. Kate also held leadership positions within market leading customer experience software companies including Chordiant Software and Pegasystems. Earlier in her career she led consulting teams with PricewaterhouseCoopers and IBM. Kate has a BS in legal studies from Rivier University and law degree from Suffolk University.
Dr. John Kane
VP of Signal Processing and Machine Learning
John Kane is the VP of Signal Processing and Machine Learning at Cogito, and has worked for the past 12 years or so in the area of speech science and technology. At Cogito he leads the research and development of machine learning algorithms to enable real-time processing of audio, speech and other behavioral signals. John is an active member of the speech research community, contributing as a reviewer for leading journals and conferences in the space and as a maintainer of open source speech processing tools.
Jim Gomez
SVP of Client Services
Jim Gomez is Cogito's Senior Vice President of Client Services, responsible for implementation, support and client retention . He is a Contact Center Professional, with over 30 years of leadership experience, in a wide range of contact center operational and technical roles. Jim began his career as a college student, at MCI Telecommunications, providing customer service. At MCI Jim quickly learned that smart people, armed with the great tools, will deliver amazing results, within a well led contact center operation. After the purchase of MCI by Verizon Jim went on to work with some of the largest contact center enterprises in the world, leading outstanding teams who designed, sold, delivered, and serviced world class contact center services offered through Verizon Contact Center Services. From his success at Verizon, Jim accepted a leadership role at the start up cloud contact center technology company Five9 Inc., where he established Five9 Professional Services as a business differentiator within this space, while helping to grow the Five9 dramatically over five years.
Jim Gomez is a proud husband, the father of five amazing daughters and a US Army combat veteran. His college, military and business careers have allowed he and his family the privilege to live across the US and around the world and they never tire of exploration.
Steve Kraus
VP of Marketing
Steve brings over twenty years of experience in marketing, selling, and delivering customer engagement solutions to the world's most customer-centric organizations. Prior to joining Cogito, Steve led product marketing for Pegasystems CRM suite of applications, growing the suite from a niche player into a recognized leader for marketing, sales, and service applications. Steve led go-to-market activities for Verint (formerly KANA Software), serving as the General Manager for Verint's customer experience management applications, and led product marketing and strategy for Chordiant Software's CRM applications. Earlier in his career, Steve managed consulting teams within Ernst &Young. He has a B.A. in Economics and Accounting from The College of The Holy Cross.
Dustin Pederson
VP of Finance and Operations
Dustin has over 10 years of diverse experience at EF Education First, Pegasystems, and Honeywell International. During his career he has helped set the sales strategy for an entity which sells study abroad programs, been the financial leader of a Cloud software business, and held several other roles in various financial capacities. A common thread has been his passion for facilitating growth through involvement in all aspects of a business while helping maintain financial control. Dustin is a CPA (inactive), holds an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a B.S. in Finance and Accounting from the University of Minnesota.
Martin Pitkow
VP of Client Development
Martin leads Cogito's global client development team responsible for establishing relationships with the world's most forward-thinking enterprises. Martin is an experienced leader of rapidly growing technology companies, including SuccessFactors, where he managed numerous sales functions helping build the company into the category leader in Enterprise HR, culminating in a $3.4B acquisition by SAP. Post-acquisition, Martin held a number of key executive positions within SAP, driving sales and growth initiatives. Martin has an undergraduate degree from Penn State University and an Executive Certificate from MIT's Sloan School of Management.
Paul Russell
VP of Product Management and Design
Paul manages the process of evolving Cogito's product strategy and creating differentiated solutions that meet clients' current and future needs. He leads a team of product managers responsible for ensuring value-add functionality, high performance and exceptional quality. Paul has more than fifteen years of experience delivering cloud solutions to the world's largest enterprises. Prior to joining Cogito, he was VP of Product Management at Imprivata, where he was responsible for helping healthcare organizations address critical compliance and security challenges while improving provider productivity and the patient experience. Paul also held leadership roles in Engineering and Product Management at Cisco systems, focusing on Contact Center Solutions and Collaboration Platforms. Paul has a BS from the University of Connecticut and a Masters in Information Technology from Harvard.
Lauren Tropeano
VP of People and Culture
Lauren is Cogito's VP of People & Culture and is responsible for the development and oversight of people practices and culture that support employee and organizational success at Cogito. She has 15 years of expertise leading large, diverse teams and managing People-related initiatives for growing companies across the technology sector. Prior to Cogito, Lauren worked as a human resources executive for Pivotal, a global Silicon Valley based software startup, where she was responsible for building and overseeing People operations while helping the company grow and scale. While there, she also developed HR offerings for customers interested in transforming their culture and people strategy to a more modern approach. Lauren previously worked for EMC (now Dell Technologies), where she held a variety of Human Resources roles including in Recruiting Leadership & Strategy, Program Management, Leadership development, and Global Mobility. Lauren received an MBA in Management from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and a bachelor's degree in Business with concentrations in Organizational Behavior and Marketing from Boston College.
Steve Wan
VP of Strategic Partnerships
Steve has over 20 years of business development experience in the enterprise software and telecom industries. Before joining Cogito, Steve was the co-founder of One Over Zero, a startup which leveraged machine learning to help clients acquire, analyze and act on customer insights. Previously, he led Mobile Business Development at Dropbox, and spent over 10 years at Qualcomm as a Senior Director of Business Development and Technical Marketing. During that time, Steve worked closely with OEMs and telecom operators to commercialize novel technologies and negotiated deals that resulted in hardware and software being shipped in over a billion smartphones. He received his MBA from the Wharton School, MSEE from Stanford University and BSEE from the University of Michigan. He also holds a JD, specializing in Intellectual Property from the University of San Diego.
Dr. Sandy Pentland
Scientific Visionary and Co-Founder
Sandy pioneered reality mining technology and is a leader in pervasive information systems generally. He helped create and direct the MIT Media Laboratory, is a member of the U.S. National Academies, and is one of the most-cited computer scientists in the world. Forbes named Sandy one of the `seven most powerful data scientists in the world,' along with founders of Google and the US Chief Technical Officer.
Make peoples lives better
Cogito is all about improving the interactions and lives of customer service professionals. We focus on real-time notifications that allow people to have better conversations through behavioral analysis and machine learning technology. We are proud of what we sell and the clients we serve.
Embrace Diverse Perspectives
While we take our work seriously, we don't take ourselves too seriously. We encourage our employees to push the bounds of what is possible while taking calculated risks. We embrace diverse perspectives and encourage people to be themselves at work. Research shows that diverse teams perform better so we want to attract and hire people from all walks of life.
At Cogito, you will be surrounded by smart, innovative, and caring people that are proud of the difference our technology makes. We look for people who embrace diverse perspectives and are ready to change the way businesses interact with their customers.
Cogito is a game changer, blending artificial intelligence, machine learning and behavioral science to elevate the human ability to recognize non-verbal social cues and be more emotionally intelligent. I am impressed with all facets of Cogito and knew I was making the right decision to join their team.
I work for Cogito because serving behemoth companies whose goals are to be customer-centered by empowering agents with tools that provide for more positive outcomes, benefiting all involved, is work that I am privileged to do.
I know Cogito is the place for me because it hits everything I look for in a company and in an opportunity. I want to be around brilliant, driven and nice people tackling big challenges and that is exactly what we're doing at Cogito.
Welcome to Cogito!
Our lobby, we are on the entire 7th floor of 100 High Street.
The reception area... as you can see we stay well hydrated!
New hire swag set up!
Our operating principles prominently displayed... we live by these.
You can always find an impromptu meeting happening somewhere.
On top of a bunch of conference rooms we have several breakout spaces for quick collaboration.
Making sure our work is up to par....
Cool views of Boston from one of our conference rooms.
You will often find a catered lunch in the kitchen and catered happy hours after work.
Cogicians like to eat!
Our admin staff is the best.
Taking a break for a quick game.
We filled up our taps with beer, so we had to improvise to bring in the cold brew!
Another cool space for a quick meeting.
Our network operations center really NOCs it out of the park.
Making a quick call. Lots of our walls are idea paint- great for some coding or architectural review... or some linguistic doodling like this space near our annotation team.
The Cogito team hard at work.
Foosball break... we like hitting goals and scoring goals here at Cogito.
Our cozy booths in the kitchen are a great space for lunch with coworkers, getting some work done, or a beer at the end of the day.
Lunch time at Cogito!
More impromptu meetings!
Lots of snacks and stocked fridges mean you will never go hungry. But if you prefer heading out for lunch our location in the financial district near South Station has a ton of options.
Hanging out by the taps.
Collaboration is easy with all of the great spaces we have to meet.


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Daily chess puzzle
As my regular readers will know, one of my habits is to cut out or copy positions I find difficult, store them away, and subsequently in spare time try to solve them, whether or walks, planes, trains or at other times. Today's problem is one such.
Black to play and win
Grandelius v Lupulescu, 21.11.2015, seen in Malcolm Pein's Daily Telegraph column
I found this quite hard, and, when I found the solution, surprising: surprising that 1 …f4! was so strong.
I found it, having tried the two ways to exchange on d4, and the pin Qc5 first, more or less by elimination, though Purdy's examine all biffs also helped.
White's queen is tied to defending the Nd4, and the key is that it is forced to move to e4: 2Qe4. This lets Black's Queen into c3, hitting the Nd4 a third time, and also threatening to mate on b2 or a1 if the N moves: so White's position collapses.
Other ways of finding the solution, apart from examine all biffs, are Purdy's other tools of looking for jump-biffs: Rd8-d1 is one, and Bf6-b2 is another: highlighting the pin; and noting the White's Q's tie to the Nd4.

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TORONTO, Oct. 4, 2019 /CNW/ - Callidus Capital Corporation ("Callidus" or the "Company") (TSX:CBL) today announced that it is filing an amended and restated management information circular (the "Amended Circular") in connection with a special meeting (the "Meeting") of holders of Callidus' common shares ("Shareholders"). The Meeting, which was previously scheduled to be held on October 23, 2019, will now be held on October 31, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. (Toronto time) at the offices of Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP, 333 Bay Street, Suite 2400, Toronto, Ontario, M5H 2T6.
At the meeting, Shareholders will be asked to approve the Company's previously announced plan of arrangement with Braslyn Ltd. under Section 182 of the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) (the "Transaction") pursuant to an arrangement agreement dated August 15, 2019.
Callidus has filed the Amended Circular following the grant of an order by the Ontario Securities Commission to Callidus pursuant to section 140(2) of the Securities Act (Ontario) to hold confidential certain information contained in the management information circular filed on SEDAR on September 24, 2019 (the "Former Circular"). Such information is not considered by Callidus or the Special Committee of its Board of Directors to be material to Shareholders and does not affect the recommendations, analysis or opinions contained in the Former Circular or the Amended Circular.
The Transaction is subject to approval of an affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the votes cast by the Shareholders present in person or represented by proxy at the Meeting and a majority of the votes cast by Shareholders, other than Shareholders whose votes are required to be excluded for the purposes of "minority approval" under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 - Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions. Further details regarding the Transaction are included in the Amended Circular, which will be available under the Company's profile at www.sedar.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws ("forward-looking statements"), including forward-looking statements relating to the date of the Meeting and the approval of the Transaction by Shareholders. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the anticipated results, performance or achievements or developments expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, the failure of the parties to the Transaction to obtain required approvals for the Transaction and the risks, factors and assumptions discussed in the section entitled, "Risk Factors" in the Annual Information Form of the Company dated April 1, 2019 and other documents filed by the Company with the Ontario Securities Commission and other securities regulators across Canada. If any such risks actually occur, they could impact the potential for discussion, agreement or completion of the Transaction and/or materially adversely affect the Company's business, financial condition or results of operations. In that case, the trading price of the Company's common shares could decline, perhaps materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Forward-looking statements are provided for the purposes of providing information about management's current expectations and plans relating to the future. Readers are cautioned that such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake or accept any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect any change in the Company's expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, except as required by law.
About Callidus Capital Corporation
Established in 2003, Callidus Capital Corporation is a Canadian company that specializes in innovative and creative financing solutions for companies that are unable to obtain adequate financing from conventional lending institutions. Unlike conventional lending institutions who demand a long list of covenants and make credit decisions based on cash flow and projections, Callidus credit facilities have few, if any, covenants and are based on the value of the borrower's assets, its enterprise value and borrowing needs. Further information is available on our website, www.calliduscapital.ca.
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We gratefully receive the support of many businesses and organisations across the county.
Through supporting us, you are working with us to beat homelessness in Lincolnshire and beyond.
By contributing to your own corporate social responsibility, you're enabling us to provide training, activities, and opportunities for young people and emergency overnight accommodation. You're also facilitating the development of The Lincoln Nomad Centre.
If you would like to support us, or are planning a fundraiser with YMCA Lincolnshire or Nomad as the named charity, please get in touch. We can provide both fundraising and marketing support through a variety of materials.
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Corporate Chair Massage Benefits
On-site massage therapy creates happy, healthy and relaxed employees by encouraging an atmosphere of camaraderie and mutual respect. It can also be a tool in reducing on-the-job stress and repetitive motion injuries. Including this healing art as an employee benefit sends a clear message that you appreciate your employees…and who wouldn't want to stay where they are most valued? Start reducing stress and sick days, improve performance and attitudes and be thanked for it – by both staff and management.
Massage Reduces Stress
Is Stress Really A Problem?
You can't open a newspaper today without reading about the negative side effects of stress. Even if employees aren't experiencing stress at work, other sources of stress can have an adverse impact on work performance.
According to Fortune Magazine, The American Institute of Stress estimates that stress and its consequences, such as absenteeism, burnout and mental health conditions, cost American businesses more than $300 billion a year. In studies at the 3M Corporation and the University Of Miami School Touch Research Institute, chair massage recipients demonstrated a significant reduction in stress responses.
Chair Massage in the Workplace offers Numerous Advantages to both Employers and Employees:
- Raises staff morale and creates an upbeat work environment.
- Boosts energy and alertness leading to increased productivity.
- Reduces stress allowing greater efficiency.
- Increases circulation providing better focus.
- Calms the nervous system permitting prolonged concentration.
- Reduces muscle tension which is a major contributor to chronic pain, repetitive strain injuries and low-back pain.
- Provides a complete change of pace so the body and mind can relax and refresh.
- Reduces downtime and sick days
- Reduces health care and benefits costs
- Shows your goodwill towards your employee's wellbeing
- Gives you preferred Employer status
- Increases bottom line results – having the cost of business reduced and profitability increased
In today's world, every business strives to gain a competitive advantage that will allow an organization to quickly achieve its highest business objectives. One approach is to capitalize on employees, the heart of every institution. Studies show that happy, healthy employees contribute more to a company's bottom line.
Incorporating on-site chair massage into your Wellness Program will allow your company to improve productivity, reduce absenteeism and minimize insurance costs, while improving the quality of life for your employees. Give Hands With Heart a call today and add on-site chair massage to your Wellness Program. Your employees will thank you for it!


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Owning your own store or having a fancy eCommerce platform is great, but many budding entrepreneurs are wondering why they need to go to such great lengths when they can utilize a platform like Etsy – and they are right, for the most part. While Etsy is a promising platform with some worthwhile features, there are still other points that you should be aware of.
To help you make the best decision for your needs, below is an overview of Etsy and what you can expect when you use this platform.
What is Etsy?
Established in 2007, Etsy is an eCommerce platform that is designed for the homegrown shop. With Etsy, hundreds of entrepenuers and creative individuals have been able to sell their own products. What makes this platform so attractive is that it is easy to use, it is designed for the non-techie user in mind, and everything is completely accessible. In addition, you'll also find that the cost of selling your products on Etsy is quite reasonable.
While Etsy is a strong platform for the homegrown shop, Etsy really isn't a platform for you if you are already an established business owner. Established business owners are better off using more advanced and technical platforms that can accommodate a growing business.
What Etsy Does Not Offer
Since Etsy is mainly for the homegrown entrepreneur, those who are looking for particularly advanced services may not find them at Etsy. A few of the disadvantages of selling with Etsy is that you don't have access to useful features such as:
- Marketing and promotion
- Customization options
- Shop personalization
As a result of lacking in these features, you'll be responsible for your own marketing and promotion. This means that you'll need to invest separately into getting your product and brand out there. In addition, without customization and shop personalization, it can be increasingly difficult to set yourself apart from your competition.
Getting Started with Etsy is Easy
Despite the primary cons mentioned above, there are still some great points to Etsy that you may not find at more advanced eCommerce platforms. One of the main advantages of Etsy is that it is extremely easy to sign up and set up shop – which can be great if you're looking to start selling wares as soon as possible.
Signing up with Etsy can be done in a matter of minutes and if you have a Facebook account, then you can just sign up using your Facebook stats. Once you've registered, you'll need to feature photos and descriptions of your product. With that, you've already been able to get the bulk of the work done with your Etsy shop.
The Cost of Setting Up Shop
Etsy isn't free and there are a number of fees that are involved once you get your shop running. To set up your Etsy account, you're going to pay nothing. What does involve costs are the sales of your products.
For example, those who want to sell a ware on Etsy are required to pay a $0.20 listing fee. Once the item sells though, a 3.5% commission attaches. While these numbers don't seem substantial, once you list many items and sell them, you'll notice the dent in your wallet. Another consideration that you'll need to take into account is that there may be additional transactional fees involved through vendors. For instance, if you use PayPal, you can expect to pay an additional fee.
Promotional Deals are Possible
Another advantage to Etsy that many shop owners enjoy is the ability to offer discounts and shipping for your customers. Etsy features a discount page that allows you to create coupon codes for your customers and the amount that attaches to the code. In addition, you can also indicate a minimum purchase amount and whether the discount is available for immediate or later use.
This feature is great if you are looking to try and cultivate more customers to your shop. Furthermore, by offering shipping capabilities, you can easily ensure that your customers receive their products that they order.
Blog Creation Capabilities
While Etsy doesn't offer you marketing and promotional capabilities, there is one feature that may be to your advantage when trying to connect to your customers – a blog feature. With Etsy, you can create a blog to connect to your users. With the blog, you can post as frequently as you'd like and you can also write about anything – so long as it does not violate Etsy's terms of use.
Transaction Overview
Managing your transactions is also easy with Etsy. Users who sign up with Etsy and make sales are able to review every single transaction that took place over the course of the month. Etsy compiles these reports and sends them to users. The report includes the sales you've made, Etys's cut, and any other fees that you are required to pay.
- Easy to use
- Signing up can be done in a matter of minutes
- You can signup using your Facebook account
- Design for non-techie user
- Easy access
- Monthly reports are provided to users
- You can offer discounts and shipping
- Provides blog features
- No monthly fee
- No access to marketing and promotion
- No customization options/li>
- No shop personalization
- There is a listing fee and many additional transaction fees
Overall, if you're a new shop owner and are looking for an easy way to sell your goods, then Etsy is one of your prime options. It is important to keep in mind that it certainly isn't for the advanced shop owner or individual who is looking to seriously expand. If you do fall into that category, then there are dozens of other options out there that may certainly suit you better than Etsy.
Good for non-techie users which allows you to signup easily and you can even use your Facebook account. No monthly fees but there are many additional transaction fees. No customization options.


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Instant Pot silicone steamer basket is designed to be reminiscent of a traditional bamboo steamer. Large capacity, a flat bottom to maximize the space and accommodate larger food items like fish fillets. Steaming is a great way to prepare a quick, healthy and balanced meal. Stackable – two steamer baskets can fit on the steam rack in the 5, 6 or 8 Quart cookers. From vegetables to meat to poultry, rice, seafood, fruits and pasta, you can steam almost every type of food.
- Designed for the 6 and 8 Quart
- Reinforced construction for stability, wide 7 inch diameter
- High walls to keep contents contained with a slatted base for optimal steam flow
- Can be stacked 2 high on the steam rack in the Instant Pot Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker 5, 6 and 8 Quart
- Made of the highest standards of food grade safe silicone
- Made from FDA & LFGB tested inert food safe silicone and BPA free
- Heat resistant to 450F (230C) & dishwasher safe
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Destination highlights
- • Explore the scenic delights of coastal Karwar.
- • Go kayaking or canoeing on the Kali River.
- • Spend a night in comfortable Swiss tents.
Trip requirements
Health conditions
Camping at Karwar is a non-strenuous activity. However, if you have any cardiac or respiratory conditions, or suffer from knee or spinal problems, please consult your doctor before booking this trip.
Fine print
Rules on the trip
Travellers are requested to treat the local culture with respect and avoid littering, defacing property and monuments and causing general disturbance.
Cancellation policy
For cancellations made 7 days or more before check-in date of the Karwar camping trip: 50% refund.
For cancellations made less than 7 days before check-in date of the Karwar camping trip: no refund.
In case of no show: no refund.
All refunds will be processed after deducting a transaction fee of INR 200 per person. This fee is charged by The Great Next.
Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions
Check-in time at the campsite can be changed to suit your convenience, subject to availability. You'll be required to check-out 24 hrs after your check-in time.
Bookings for travellers younger than 5 years of age are not charged. Bookings for travellers between 5-11 years of age are charged at a discounted price of 50%. Bookings for travellers older than 11 years of age are charged at full price.
Prices quoted may be subject to a premium during long weekends, holidays and special events.
Trip details
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April 12, 2019
Hopeahuippu Award to Amos Rex
Amos Rex got awarded with Hopeahuippu in Vuoden Huiput 2018 Awards in the Experiential Design category.
Grafia's non-profit Vuoden Huiput is Finland's most significant creative design competition, which was founded by designers themselves in 1980. The annual event aims to raise the quality of design, strengthen creativity and originality and to promote designers' expertise. The competition is organised for the 39th time this year.
Vuoden huiput 2018 Award ceremony was held 11th of April 2019.


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When it comes to invitations, more options are always better. We recently finished these invitations for Leslie & Sean (designed by Design23) which were flat printed, an affordable way to print invitations without sacrificing quality.
The suite consisted of an invite, reply, and accommodations card. Since flat printing is a digital process you can print as many colors as you want, unlike letterpress which is typically limited to 3 colors.
The entire suite was backed in blue paper which gives them a custom look. For more information on flat printing and pricing, contact us.


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Money Hunt: Spencer Educational Foundation
The Spencer Educational Foundation offers several named and memorial scholarships for the 2013-2014 school year.
In order to be eligible to apply for a scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:
- Full-time student (12 hours or more per term) – undergraduate junior/senior
- Field of study – normally a major or minor in a risk management discipline
- Career objective in risk management
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Relevant work experience
- Leadership skills
- Doctoral students should have had meaningful work experience
Scholarship award amounts vary. Students must submit a complete scholarship application (via email or regular mail) by Jan. 31, 2013.


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The material stream iconography was developed to raise awareness of the materials that can be recycled and encourage householders to actively participate in their local recycling services. The icons were designed to support the National Recycle Now campaign branding and provide a consistent look and feel across recycling communications. Different options for the icons are available so that they can be tailored to best suit the target audience and circumstances. The icons provide a set of practical signposts that show what can be recycled and can be used in many applications including: local authority communications,signage at recycling bring sites,household recycling centres on recycling containers and product packaging.


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Musial, C.[Chris]
Co Author Listing * Accelerating active contour algorithms with the Gradient Diffusion Field
Musial, J.[Jan]
Co Author Listing * Soil Moisture in the Biebrza Wetlands Retrieved from Sentinel-1 Imagery
Musial, J.P.[Jan Pawel]
Co Author Listing * Daytime Low Stratiform Cloud Detection on AVHRR Imagery
Musialski, P.[Przemyslaw]
Co Author Listing * framework for interactive image color editing, A
* Tensor Completion for Estimating Missing Values in Visual Data
Music, B.[Branko]
Co Author Listing * Kinematic GPR-TPS Model for Infrastructure Asset Identification with High 3D Georeference Accuracy Developed in a Real Urban Test Field
Includes: Music, B.[Branko] Muic, B.[Branko]
Music, G.[Gasper]
Co Author Listing * Analysis of multi-agent activity using petri nets
Musicant, D.R.[David R.]
Co Author Listing * Robust Linear and Support Vector Regression
Musico, E.
Co Author Listing * Analysis of the Regional Ionosphere at Low Latitudes in Support of the Biomass ESA Mission
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Musik, C.[Christoph]
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Musikhin, I.A.
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Musikhin, L.A.
Co Author Listing * International Summer Student Seminar (3s), From Idea To Realization
Musin, O.R.[Oleg R.]
Co Author Listing * Topographic structure of image
Musio, C.[Carlo]
Co Author Listing * Diffuse Nerve Net of Hydra Revealed by NADPH-Diaphorase Histochemical Labeling
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* Vision: The Approach of Biophysics and Neurosciences
Musits, B.L.
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Our instructors make your success their top priority; their powerful combination of industry knowledge, academic expertise and first-hand experience provides you with the education you need to achieve your goals.
Quite simply, there is no one more important than YOU. We are here to help you become successful in your academics, career and your life.
You'll find much more here than classes – you'll find a wide variety of resources to help you achieve success in your education and career. Be sure to take advantage of all the student services we have to offer.
With more than a dozen student clubs and associations offered through Student Life, finding your place here couldn't be easier. Joining gives you the opportunity to develop leadership skills, network in your career area, be active in the community, make friends and have fun!
We offer personal enrichment courses, professional development, and career and technical training so you can become a better employee or life long learner.
We take pride in preparing students for high-demand careers and outstanding four-year degree programs. With more than 500 industry partners and community organizations, we provide invaluable opportunities for learning in the classroom and countless real-world settings.
Manufacturing programs at Saint Paul College"
This week is Minnesota Manufacturing Week, celebrating one of the state's most important industries. Manufacturing in Minnesota includes everything from high-tech electronics to high-end food products. According to MN DEED, manufacturers employ more than 326,000 people in Minnesota, accounting for roughly 1 in 9 jobs Minnesota's manufacturing industry includes small, mid-sized and large operations across the state. Here's more information on manufacturing in Minnesota:
Saint Paul College has been training machinists for more than a century, and our graduates are sought after by manufacturing companies from all over the state. Manufacturing technology has become more sophisticated, of course, and our machine tool/CNC instructors work closely with employers and the program advisory committee to keep up to manufacturing trends and needs. I am very proud of our instructors, but even prouder of our skilled and educated graduates who represent Saint Paul College as they join the workforce. For more information about our extraordinary manufacturing programs, go to our program pages:
CNC Toolmaking and
Machine Operator
United Hospital Foundation Service to Humanity Gala
As a board member of the United Hospital Foundation and District Energy Board member, I attended the
Allina Healh United Hospital Foundation
Service to Humanity Gala, which raises funds to support United Hospital's patients and community. Areas of need are the United Heart & Vascular Clinic, and the future creation of a Total Joint Replacement Center of Excellence and Surgical Oncology Center of Excellence.
Genesys Works Board Governance Meeting
I met with the Executive Director of
Genesys Works. We discussed Strategic Plan/Priorities for the
Genesys Works. Genesys Works alumni often continue their studies in
Saint Paul College computer science and IT programs.
Facing Race: Changing the Narrative
I attended
The Saint Paul and Minnesota Community Foundations' Facing Race Awards at the University of St. Thomas. Congratulations to the 2018 Facing Race Award recipients Bo Thao-Urabe and Otis Zanders who were recognized and honored as the Minnesota's Anti-Racism Activists.
Meeting Community Leaders
I met and hosted two community leaders who are passionate about philanthropy and workforce talent development. Saint Paul College is the sensible solution to Minnesota's workforce talent shortage.
College Leadership Team Meeting
I met with the College Leadership Team to discuss the Higher Learning Commission Comprehensive Quality Review site visit at the College, as well as the various strategic and tactical initiatives at Saint Paul College.
Hosting a Potential Foundation Board Member
The Friends of Saint Paul College executive director, the major gift officer and I met with a potential prospect for the Foundation Board. Last year, the Friends of Saint Paul College Foundation raised over $1.9 million for scholarships and programs. For more info go to
Friends of Saint Paul College Foundation.
Saint Paul Downtown Alliance Initiative East Metro Meeting
As part of the
Saint Paul Downtown Alliance Initiative, I met with the representatives for
economic development from the City of Saint Paul, the president of Saint Paul Downtown Alliance, the executive director/president of Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce, Greater MSP, Ramsey County deputy commissioner, the president of Greater Saint Paul Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA), and the president/CEO of Saint Paul Port Authority to discuss economic development, recruitment of businesses and firms, and workforce development issues related to Saint Paul and Ramsey County.
Twin Cities High School Principals and Counselor Breakfast
Saint Paul College invited
Twin Cities High School Principals and Counselors to attend a special breakfast, and to explore potential partnerships to promote student success and intentional pathways from high schools to college. Over 40 area principals and counselors attended this event, toured the SIM Center, health science areas, and skilled trade and technical areas and learned about Power of YOU and PSEO opportunities at the College. Thanks to all on the College's recruiting team and those from our academic and advising areas who provided info to the principals and counselors who will be instrumental to recommending their students to attend Saint Paul College!
Metro Alliance Presidents Meeting
I attended a Metro Alliance presidents meeting here we discussed higher education issues and challenges facing our respective institutions.
Minneapolis Saint Paul Regional Workforce Innovation Network (MSPWin)
I attended a meeting at
MSPWin to discuss intentional strategic investment and priority-setting on various workforce and talent development strategies and systems, and policy advocacy related to funding workforce initiatives.
MSPWin is an intentional partner of Saint Paul College.
Faculty Shared Governance Agenda-Setting Meeting
I along with the chief human resources officer met with the president of the faculty bargaining unit at the College to establish the meeting agenda for the upcoming Faculty Shared Governance Meeting.
Enterprise Minnesota interview with Chancellor Malhotra:
Minnesota State is Stepping Up As manufacturers face an unprecedented shortage of workers—skilled and otherwise—Enterprise Minnesota's Bob Kill asks Dr. Devinder Malhotra, Minnesota State's new chancellor, how his system of universities, colleges and tech schools will confront the challenge of educating and training manufacturing's next generation.
Star Tribune:
Inclusive Hiring Can Ease Minnesota's Workforce Shortage
I will end this blog by offering my most sincere gratitude to our faculty and staff who work so diligently to keep our programs relevant, challenge our students to excel in their classes, and provide support services that meet our students' needs. We are providing the bridges of opportunity leading to success for our students!
I wish you a relaxing weekend.
Best, Rassoul Rassoul Dastmozd, PhD President/CEO Saint Paul College


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Boeing Stock Falls, Tesla Gets Cash, and More to Know for Monday
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The Week Ahead: Stock markets are in the interregnum between the end of the quarter and the start of earnings season. There are a few events this week to fill the void for new data. Conagra Brands (ticker: CAG), for instance, hosts an analyst meeting. Investors should also begin to get earnings preview notes from Wall Street analysts. That will give investors a chance to reflect on how stocks could react to first-quarter earnings.
U.S. stuck futures were lower Monday morning. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures had fallen 0.3%, and S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite futures were each down 0.1%.
In today's Morning Movers, we (1) examine a Tesla deal, (2) check in on initial public offering filings and (3) update Boeing news.
Barron's Briefs
Emissions Deal: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (ticker: FCAU) will pay Tesla (TSLA) hundreds of millions of dollars to avoid fines for exceeding fleet-average emission limits in the European Union. The deal is an example of the rising costs of compliance for makers of internal combustion engines.
The deal raises a couple of questions. First, why can two unaffiliated companies pool results? Second, why are companies looked at on a fleetwide average? Why aren't sedans compared with sedans and SUVs compared with SUVs? Barron's supposes using a fleetwide average could push companies like Fiat to produce zero-emission cars, but while it helps Tesla, it hurts a company like Ferrari (RACE). Next up? How about a Ferrari partnership with Smart Car?
Unicorn Watching: Pinterest updated its regulatory filings and is planning to sell shares to public investors at a range of $15 to $17 a share. That would give the company a valuation of $9 billion to $11 billion, depending on how you account for restricted stock units. Importantly, that is below the company's private market valuation from 2017. Unicorns—private companies with valuations of more than $1 billion—are staying private longer. That could be the reason unicorn IPOs aren't the highflying affairs investors may have hoped for. Lyft (LYFT) shares are 3% above their offering price, but 15% below where the stock opened for trading on March 29.
Boeing Watch: Boeing (BA) is slowing production of its troubled 737 MAX jet. Boeing said it would build 42 jets a month, down from 52 jets. It could be a tacit admission that it will take longer for the aerospace giant to get its new single-aisle aircraft returned to service. The move will send ripples up and down the supply chain, affecting cash flow, working capital, and earnings guidance. The stock-market effects should be muted—as long as investors believe the slowdown is temporary. Boeing shares were downgraded to Neutral from Buy on Monday at Bank of America Merrill Lynch.
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The Times reports today that a drug costing about $50 a dose is just as effective at preserving and improving vision in elderly people with macular degeneration as one that costs $2,000 a dose, according to the results of a government-sponsored clinical trial released Thursday. Read the full story.
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Unedited conversations between artist in a productive critique discovering thesis and processes behind the work.
Conversation between David B Jang and Olivia Ramos.
David B Jang
17a Subjectivity Value
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Window Blinds Steel Electric Motor and Programmable Circuit Board
JANG: is this you Olivia??
RAMOS: hi David, yes
thank you for joining me
thank you for having me
i've been looking at your window blind installation
i love the simplicity
and the effectiveness
Thank you. It was completed in 2014
I am schedule to have this piece as a solo exhibition at Gallery on Wade in March. Also at LAX air port in July 2016.
what was the reaction?
I first shown during LA art show in 2014. Audience loved it.
In the beginning I was drawn into the line quality. How it separates the spaces by such a material that we can respond or add to characterize the space (view).
Spaces are essentially characterized by processes of function (performance).
there is a clear passion for programming household objects to create novel experiences - like this disappearing architecture
I built my own custom circuit boards that I can program
so anything can be re-purposed
Anything yes!
have you thought of doing the interior of a home, or home setting and making everything alive?
I do
think of my kinetic sculptures to be like segments of video that play continuously,
programmed to repeat
that could be very possible
yes... you can program public places and animate the experience of waiting in line or taking a break...
there is so much potential
but i also like the sort of GIF mode of repetitious isolated movement
Right. to me it's kind of like Jackson Pollock's automatism theory.
tell me more about that
automatism is like long usage and familiarity allows your action to become automatic. Not only the programmed to repeating that consider to be a automatism, also the rules that give consumer products their own formal and functional coherence.
Simplistic movements or the normal functions of objects from daily life, I assimilate them into my own artistic process.
doesn't it have to do with the subconscious? allowing the subconscious to lead certain actions...
Both reality lies in conscious and unconscious.
becoming conscious of unconscious behavior
I can see how in your work, the daily life objects behave as if the subconscious was controlling them
It's when tinkering and play interact. Much of my approach is intuitive.
When I began experimenting with window blinds for _Subjectivity Value_, I started out small, with only one size of blinds (18 x 48 inches).
At first, I opened and closed them manually. Then, I started to add more blinds
and set them up like a cubicle and ultimately figured out a way to motorize the controls to open and close the blinds. One surprising discovery led to another and as it continued, I was able to create a maze-like space that allowed viewers to interact physically with the blinds, by walking in and out of the spaces I created.
intuitively you increased the size of the experiment, that seems logical i guess what i meant was the automatism - it is in a way disturbing, because it takes away the ability to control something, objects, that usually work mechanically therefore it is as if the subconscious was doing it, or at least something outside of the self
so you are creating an experience of powerlessness or from another perspective of freedom
I like to make an observation and study replica normal function of objects from daily life. How we are limited and controlled our behavior with these surroundings (consumer materials) yet machines are invented to replace and multiply the human labor.
yes and that's wonderful because then we save energy to do other things....
your work also creates a spectacle with things that tend to be pretty boring on a daily basis
do you think it is less about the automatism and more about the spectacle?
automatism's are becoming spectacle.
yes that's true
do you think the spectacle is achieved less by the automatism and more by the aggregation?
They both are. Repetition, aggregation, mass production, convenience of life style by automatism (fast pace); they are demand due to a population increase.
i guess you can say population increase is a bit of a spectacle
Because we are mortals. Which means we shall die someday. That also means everything that we do we have a time limits. We need to have certain things done within time frame.
I want to see Grand Canyon before I die or have family....etc
Time limits are what makes meaning possible.
I am trying to link exponential growth and automatism, which make sense together, to time and mortality - as it relates to your work
the latter two are still unclear
is that a personal statement? as in do you feel rushed to do certain things because you are mortal?
or are you suggesting mortality is the driver of all human growth and automatism (and that's the link)
(let me rephrase) are you suggesting mortality as the driver of automatism in response to human growth
It is everyday part of our life. There is a relationship between automatism to human growth.
Throughout human civilization humans have always tried to invent machines and tools that could replace and multiply human labor.
Consumer materials are becoming new landscape, even new religion, for so many people. As a results consumer materials function as therapy, much as do mental patients' drawings; they are produced with conflicting impulses to express their makers' nature.
so then is it about mortality or immortality?
i mean... you say we make things because we have a limited time here, at least on the current lifetime
you also say we are making machines to express our own nature
theres a duality there
One thing can not exist without it's counter part. Both mortality or immortality is always conflicting it seems.
Leaving of traces is intrinsically important to humanity. Something permanent and unchanging is considered more valuable.
ok so then lets bring it back to your work
what is your intention?
Sometimes I find the most simple question to be the most complex.


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An overturned rock truck leaking fuel shut down all eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 at Chaffee Road for several hours Friday morning. All lanes are now open.
The Florida Highway Patrol reported that the truck's driver, 26-year-old Kevin D. Kitchens of Lawtey, said he was driving eastbound when another vehicle changed lanes in front of him. Kitchens told the FHP that he swerved to avoid a collision, and his 1998 Mack semi hit a concrete barrier on the right side of the interstate.
The truck overturned, spilling a load of limerock and between 80 and 100 gallons of diesel fuel onto the roadway.
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Dr. Douglas Canning is Chief of the Division of Urology and Professor of Urology in Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine.
Specialty – Dr. Canning focuses on work with chronic, complex urological conditions in children, including hypospadias, exstrophy, epispadias, complex reconstruction, kidney transplantation, and posterior urethral valves.
Education – Dr. Canning received his M.D. from Dartmouth Medical School in Hanover, New Hampshire. He was an intern and a resident at the Naval Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland, as well as a fellow at Johns Hopkins Hospital's Brady Urological Institute. He has received additional training from the Harvard School of Public Health and the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business. Hs is board-certified in Urology and Pediatric Urology.
Other – Dr. Canning is author or co-author of more than 100 peer-reviewed publications, three textbooks, and more than 500 editorials in urology. His focus has been in all areas of pediatric reconstructive urology, with a particular interest in the care of children with complex urological conditions such as bladder and cloacal exstrophy, hypospadias, posterior urethral valves, and genital anomalies in both sexes.


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Reception make their own Model Village
Reception have been busy learning about different types of buildings. Inspired by our excursion to Bekonscot Model Village and Railway, we made our very own miniature town, featuring a fire station, church, castle, a garage, hair salon, Tescos, homes and much more! Click here to see the gallery of our very own model village.


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Slurry handling in mining
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Slurry handling is vital in maximizing minerals processing plant's productivity and efficiency. It plays a key role in mining processes involving water and other liquids. Insufficient slurry handling may result in bringing the whole plant to a halt or leading to inefficiencies in important processes such as grinding, classification, separation, dewatering, and tailings handling.
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The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) plays a large role in global food safety, and its Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) rule is something with which every U.S. food importer needs to be compliant.
The rule was created for two reasons:
- to prevent potentially adulterated food from being imported to the U.S.
- to ensure imported food is produced under the same food safety requirements as domestic products.
But, is it possible to develop and implement a compliant FSVP without personally visiting foreign suppliers? Absolutely!
The key is to determine what is needed to demonstrate that FSVP requirements are being met. For the most part, the importer's responsibilities are the same as those of a U.S. manufacturer who sources raw materials and ingredients locally.
That is, the FSVP importer is responsible for verifying that the food or raw materials and/or ingredients produced by the foreign suppliers are being manufactured, raised, or harvested in accordance with relevant sections of the FD&C Act, depending on the type of food product that is being imported. FDA will hold the importer responsible for the food safety of all imported food products, including all food-contact substances.
If you are the FSVP importer, it is important to outline the policy and procedures on how your company will verify compliance of your foreign suppliers. A good four-step plan to approve or disapprove foreign suppliers can be conducted by a qualified individual in the U.S. — without setting foot in foreign countries:1. Align your FSVP with your company's food safety plan.
Using your food safety plan as a guide will help identify the hazards most common to the food products being sourced and the impact these foods may have in your facility.
Items to look for include the twelve hazards outlined in the preventive controls rule: biological, chemical, physical, radiological, natural toxins, pesticides, drug residues, decomposition, parasites, allergens, unapproved additives, and intentional adulterants — such as those that are considered to be economically motivated adulterations.
2. Review the foreign supplier's own hazard analysis and Food Safety Plan (FSP) to assure compliance with the Preventive Controls Rule requirements. It is important to know the controls that your suppliers have in place for the various hazards common to these imported foods or ingredients.
The foreign supplier also may be relying on a local supplier to apply the necessary preventive control. If so, the FSV activities must include the local supplier of the foreign supplier as well. The review of the foreign supplier FSP can be complemented by a supplier survey which provides valuable background information on the facility's food safety programs and culture. It also provides important information related to the FSP and prerequisite programs.
The survey should be as detailed as necessary to provide the information to make critical decisions related to the products. Items to include are: country of origin for sourcing of the materials; prerequisites programs to include copies of procedures and examples of records; hazard controls such as temperature, water activity, and foreign material controls; allergens common to the facilities whether or not they impact your facility; and historical hazards associated with the materials, such as toxins or economical adulterants.
3. Review the food sanitation and safety compliance history of the foreign suppliers, such as import alerts, warning letters, recalls, FDA inspections, inspections by foreign national food safety authorities, and third-party audits.
4. Consider transportation methods and procedures to ensure proper controls for the food safety integrity of the products. The Sanitary Transportation Rule may apply depending on the type of food product being imported (bulk liquid or solid) and whether temperature control is critical for food safety.
Once the first verification of a foreign supplier is concluded, the FSVP importer needs to decide on the verification activities to be implemented and their frequency. (See Supplier Verification for examples.)
Finally, to make it easier on everyone involved, use virtual technology to conduct supplier performance reviews and desk audits to provide a handy and economical tool.
Such technology allows for excellent video and verbal communication, as well as screen sharing.


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Outstanding service! They have plenty of stock for used and new VWs, the staff are friendly and helpful, Malcolm assisted me through the entire process he was patient and helpful answering all the questions I had honestly and clearly which in the end helped me find the perfect car. They even offered a good deal beating the price of a similar car at a rival dealership. When the car was ready to be picked up it was covered up which was a nice touch considering most dealerships will only do this for new cars. I will be visiting Pulman again when the time comes for a new motor!
Always a pleasurable experience. Great friendly staff and a really nice cafe inside. Best VW dealers in the area fantastic showroom and waiting area. Complimentary sandwich and drink while your car is in for a service. Wouldn't dream of going any where else. Best prices and the best deals for new and used cars. Always speak to Steve Swainston and Chris Taylor who are very attentive and professional.
Pulman Volkswagen Sunderland, Approved Used Vehicle - The salesman (steve) was great. Unbelievably helpful and helped me get the best deal for me Just like to place on record how great the salesman was. Wasn't too fussed about getting a new car but he helped me assess my options and was a great help
Pulman Volkswagen Sunderland, Approved Used Vehicle - Very satisfied, i was kept up to date and offered refreshments up on arriving at pulmans. Very satisfied. They kept me up to date with personal videos and let me decide a date and time to pick up my vehicle. Very satisfied, i was talked threw everything step by step and any questions where answered and explained clearly. Steve Young, one of the staff at Pulmans Sunderland, was very friendly, offering me refreshments up on arrival, he showed me around the car, clearly explained the T&Cs, took me out on a test drive and explained how things such as finance worked and give me different options of how id like to set it up. I was kept up to date with personal videos and emails and it was over all a nice experience


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Residential Wiring - The Right Way!
Switched Together
WHILE EXTREME CARE HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED IN THE PREPARATION OF THIS SELF-HELP DOCUMENT, THE AUTHOR AND/OR PROVIDERS OF THIS DOCUMENT ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS, NOR IS ANY LIABILITY ASSUMED FROM THE USE OF THE INFORMATION, CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT, BY THE AUTHOR and / OR PROVIDER.
Connections Instructions:
At the Fixture box...
At switch 1 box...
* a) connect the black wire coming from 'circuit power
supply cable' to the
common screw of switch 1.
At switch 2 box...
One cables entering this box coming from fixture.
* a) connect the black wire coming from fixture to the
common screw of switch 2.
Important Notes:
By electrical codes you MUST have at least 6 inches of wire in the electrical box itself, and also the wire must be able to reach at least 3 inches outside the box, it can fail an electrical inspection if the required min. wire length is not met. You may have the wires a bit longer (within reason) but they cannot be shorter. Also see the note on box fill further down in this article.
You are allowed to re-designate a white wire to be used as a hot (ungrounded conductor) in switch circuits but in those cases where a white wire is used in this manner, you must wrap a piece of black electrical tape around that white wire inside the box to signify that is being used as an ungrounded (hot) conductor.
You cannot re-designate a white wire that is actually connected to the light fixture itself. At the fixture itself, the white wire must be the grounded conductor (neutral) coming from the circuit power supply cable.
In the configuration depicted on this page, the white going between switch 2 & fixture has been re-designated to use as a switched ungrounded conductor (hot) and therefore requires a piece of black electrical tape around both ends. The white from the 'circuit power supply cable' is a grounded conductor (neutral) and going between switch 1 and fixture therefore no re-designation has been done and NO black tape on the ends of that wire.
Use wire nuts of the correct size to join wires together. For fan / light combination fixtures, most likely it will have wire connections, at the fixture the white wire will be the grounded conductor (neutral), any green wires are equipment grounding conductors, then there will be two other wires one will be the switched ungrounded conductor (hot) for the light, and one will be the switched ungrounded conductor (hot) for the fan. If you are confused please post to our forums for further clarification.
What is not shown in the drawings to avoid confusion, is that each wire cable also has a bare equipment grounding wire included. This wire is connected to a grounding screw in each electrical box (if the box is metal), joined either through the grounding screws in the box itself or via a wire nut to the bare wire of the next cable entering / exiting the box, it is also connected to any grounding screw (if there is one) on the switch itself, as well as any grounding screw at the fixture (green wires that attach to the fixture are grounds). Now if using a plastic box, it is made of a material that is non conductive, however some plastic boxes have a metal strip inside that can still be used to connect equipment grounding wires, in the event that it does not use wire nuts to join the bare grounding wires together. The equipment grounding wire (bare in most cables) must be electrical conductively joined throughout the circuit. Green wires are also equipment grounding conductors.
At the switch itself there are 3 main electrical screws, one of these 3 screws is distinctly different in color (perhaps darker) than the other 2. This screw connection is called the common screw. It is very important that in order for the 2 switches to work as they are intended to that the correct wire is attached to the common screw. Basically as depicted in the drawings one switch has the ungrounded conductor (hot) from the circuit power supply cable attached to the common screw, where the other switch had the ungrounded conductor (hot) feed to the light fixture itself.
Please also note that there are a variety of manufactures out there that make 3 way switches so it is possible that the switch you buy may have the common screw located in a different spot or side of the switch then depicted in the drawings in this article, just make sure that the wire depicted to go to the common screw of each of the switches is actually connected to the common screw of the 3 way switch you bought. The other 2 wires going between the remaining screws of one switch to the other switch does not matter as long as one wire of the 2 remaining wires go on each of the remaining 2 screws of the screw.
If there is an equipment grounding screw on the 3 way switch it may be
green in color and be separated away from the main connections of the
switch and likely part of the metal frame that is also part of the
mounting structure of the switch.
Extensions to this Switch circuit...
Be Aware that there is a limit by code on how many wires can be in a given size electrical box, when adding more wires to the same box you may have to install a larger and / or deeper box to allow space for more wires coming and out of the box.
Here is an article / explanation in regards to box fill calculations 'Box Fill Calculation'
The instructions here are based on the fact that the circuit has already been wired to the configuration shown in this article and we are now making the wiring changes for onward power.
From the switch locations....
No onward power is available at the switch 2 location because there is no grounded conductor (neutral) present at this switch.
At Switch 1 (only onward always on power is available)
'Always on' power...
Not shown in the diagram but the onward cable also has a bare wire (equipment grounding conductor) that also must be connected to all the other bare wires at the switch electrical box.
Connection Instructions for onward cable
(always on)
* a) Using an insulated wire nut, attach / join - the
white wire of onward cable + the white wire coming from fixture + the white wire
coming from 'circuit power supply cable'
Identification of wires of onward wire cable...
At Fixture
'Switched' power...
Not shown in the diagram but the onward cable also has a bare wire (equipment grounding conductor) that also must be connected to all the other bare wires at the fixture electrical box.
Connection Instructions for onward cable
* a) Using an insulated wire nut, attach / join - the
white wire of onward cable + the white wire connected to the grounded
conductor (neutral) of fixture + the white wire
coming from switch 1.
Identification of wires of onward wire cable...
Foreign Users:
The colors of the wires depicted are based on the standards and code requirements / configuration in the United States and Canada. If you are viewing this site from a foreign country, your wiring standards and color of wires may be different but the principal and sequence of wiring will still remain the same. Therefore the information in this article may still be of use to you regardless of what country you may be in. Just translate the colors used here to the color of wires used in your country in regards to ungrounded (hot) conductors / grounded conductors (neutral) and equipment grounding conductors as well know applicable code requirements in your country.
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(USA • Luke Meyer /Andrew Neel • 2009)
An interesting, fairly balanced piece, documenting activists 'fighting the New World Order'. Primarily shadowing libertarians Alex Jones, Jim Tucker, Jack McLamb and Timuçin Leflef, the film focuses in particular on their continued efforts to expose the actions of the notoriously secretive Bilderberg Group.
Whatever degree of credibility you may accord their sinister conspiracies, many of the personalities here come across as a little too desperate to believe in a shadowy New World Order, carrying out a systematic and organised takeover of the planet… Fascinating stuff on a variety of levels.


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Predictions for a new year are always erratic, but this year will prove to be even more of a challenge. With the new tax plan in place, and President Trump in the full driver's seat, the market is sure to change. Far be it from me to chime in on any of the myriad of delicate market considerations, but I did want to share some thoughts on what to be on the lookout for in 2018…
For starters, the stock market seems a little vulnerable. For those that have said the same last year, they were certainly on the wrong side of that trade. We continue to see record breaking numbers almost on a weekly basis. We are at a thirty-year high in market optimism – the highest since 1987. Clearly that is a dangerous notion, but one that many entrenched in the market seem to be ignoring these past few years. We are seeing the most expensive stock market price-to-sale comparison ever. Last time we had these highs was in 2000 – right before the market sold off considerably. This is definitely something to keep your eyes on.
If investments in stocks do dwindle, consumer sentiment will be impacted. If the change in tax policy does quickly bleed its way down to main-street, the real estate market might be directly and quickly impacted. This week I spoke to a savvy financier and accountant who prides himself on maximizing all tax opportunities possible, and he bluntly said he doesn't "fully understand all of the moving parts" of the tax changes. The reduction of interest deductibility and the change to the standard deduction will have an impact. Specifically, in six states, specifically California, New York, New Jersey Connecticut, Illinois and Massachusetts - the high tax states, will be impacted most.
On the surface the reform gives "renters" big advantages especially in larger markets. The market will certainly adjust to try to combat that. Similarly, home affordability will be on the forefront of all home buyer's minds, and everyone in the marketplace will need to fine-tune itself. Builders, developers, investors and the like will need to figure out creative ways to deliver cheaper homes to first time home buyers. Many predict slower home price growth, continued inventory limitations, and sluggish sales early in the year. That said, most are still expecting about a 5% national home-appreciation across the U.S.
Interest Rates will remain low, but will see volatility throughout the year as the 10-year US treasury establishes its trading range. Inflation, which has been lower than desired, will continue to be one of the primary 'drivers' of policy. The bond market (and thereby mortgage rates) would be the biggest beneficiary from stock sell off. Absent a stock market drop, Interest Rates are poised to rise. I would continue to watch the flattening yield curve of the 2yr vs 10y treasuries, as cautious sign. If it becomes inverted a recession is likely. Most are predicting at least 2 or 3 Fed rate hikes. Something that will surely impact the markets.
Large commercial banks will be forced to reevaluate their mortgage lending and participation. Many will exit the business altogether to focus on higher yielding channels. Some will cut margins, some will cut staff, and some might become a little more aggressive with certain products. It will definitely be a defining year for many banks.
All in all, it will be a busy year full of action packed movement. I am excited to announce a special analysis that I have compiled from top real estate professionals in the area. These are agents who have had a tremendous influence on their local marketplace, or the real estate industry as a whole and their insights and comments are immensely valuable. See more information on the inside back cover of this publication. Shout-out to Howie Teitelman!
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Don't go dancing in the rain
The rain in Spain may stay mainly on the plain, but when it rains in South Africa there's an awful lot of it on the roadway. Rain is blamed for thousands of accidents yearly. Many of these accidents are preventable, but are caused by intrepid drivers who don't realize that fair- and foul-weather driving are fundamentally different.
When the road is wet, the film of the water on the asphalt causes tyres to lose traction. Less obvious is the fact that rain reduces driver perception — it's harder to see through the rain — and also decreases visibility through its action on headlights, windshields and the road itself. While most people know to slow down in the rain, there are definitely other tips that will help keep you, and those who share the road with you, from becoming a statistic.
- Exercise extreme caution after a long dry spell. During a dry period, engine oil and grease build up on the road over time. When mixed with water from a new rainfall, the road becomes extremely slick. Continued rainfall will eventually wash away the oil, but the first few hours can be the most dangerous.
Allow for more travel time. You should plan to drive at a slower pace than normal when the roads are wet. Keep in mind that traffic is likely to be moving slower as well. There's also the possibility that your preplanned route may be flooded or jammed. Whatever the case, rushing equals higher risk.
Brake earlier and with less force than you would normally. Not only does this increase the stopping distance between you and the car in front of you, it also lets the driver behind you know that you're slowing down. Also, be more meticulous about using indicator signals, so that other drivers know your intentions, and take turns and curves with less speed than you would in dry conditions.
Many of our roads are crowned in the middle, which means that the water will run off to the sides. If possible, stay toward the middle of the road to avoid deep standing puddles.
Don't use cruise control. If you hydroplane, there's the chance your car could actually accelerate. Cruise control also allows drivers to be less vigilant and to take their foot away from the pedals — not a great idea when reaction time is so important.
If you see a large puddle up ahead, drive around it or choose a different route. It could be that it's covering a huge gaping maw into the front door of hell. Well, maybe not, but water splashing up into your car's engine compartment could damage its internal electrical systems. Also, a pothole may be hiding under the water, just waiting in ambush to damage a wheel or knock your suspension out of alignment. If you can't gauge the depth, or if it's covering up the side curb, try to avoid it.
Don't attempt to cross running water. This ain't an SUV commercial, and you'll probably get into a heckuva lot of trouble if the force of the water is greater than the weight of your vehicle. All-wheel drive isn't going to be much help if your vehicle is being pushed sideways. Don't end up like those folks on the nightly news who had to abandon their cars to Mother Nature.
After you cross a puddle, tap on your brake pedal lightly to dry off some of the water on your rotors.
Turn on your headlights, even when there's a light sprinkle. It helps you see the road, and more importantly, it helps other motorists see you. However, don't blast your high beams in the rain or fog — it'll obscure your view further, as the light will reflect back at you off the water droplets in the air. If your car is equipped with foglights, you may find it helpful to turn these on, as they throw a little extra light on the road while making your car easier to see.
Watch out for pedestrians. An ordinarily observant pedestrian may become distracted by fiddling with an umbrella or a rain slicker. Plus, raindrops deaden sound, so the usual audio clues for measuring car distances become obscured. Keep a sharp lookout for people in the road.
If it's raining so hard that you can't see the road or the car in front of you, pull over and wait it out.
Track the car ahead of you. Let the car ahead pave a clear path, so to speak, through the water.
Give a truck or bus extra distance. Their extra-large tyres can create enough spray to block your vision completely. Avoid passing one, but if you must pass, do it as quickly as safety allows.
Defog your windows. Rain will quickly cause your windshield to fog up. Switch on both front and rear defrosters and make sure the air conditioning is turned on. Most cars' climate control systems will automatically engage the A/C when the windshield defrost function is selected.
- If you start to hydroplane, don't brake suddenly or turn the wheel, or you might spin into a skid. Release the gas pedal slowly and steer straight until the car regains traction. If you must brake, tap the brake pedal (unless you have antilock brakes, in which case you can put your foot down).


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Stephen Kranz was part of a panel tasked with giving the House Judiciary Committee ideas for new solutions on the longtime controversy over Internet sales taxes. Mr. Kranz was slated to testify on the need for congressional action and what might happen should Congress fail to act, particularly in such areas as the tax treatment of cloud computing.
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Feeling like you're always sprinting on the treadmill of life? Trying to keep up with our own expectations and the expectations of others can be really challenging. How can we ever slow down to a calm and collected stroll? It may seem impossible, but it just takes a little practice and patience find peace amongst the chaos of our daily lives.
Did you know, that according to the American Psychological Association, 75% of adults reported experiencing moderate to high stress in the past month and they also reported that their stress has increased over the past year. It doesn't take a research study to convince us. Most people recognize that American society is stressed out where many feel the expectation to always be running on a hamster wheel to "stay ahead". Add in the fact that life stressors can and will occur at any time and a crisis doesn't really care to check how stressed you already may be or what kind of chaos you are already living in before piling on, and that's a lot of stress to deal with!
Many factors, even what we would define as positive factors, can increase our stress levels. The time of year, holidays, big life changes like getting married or having a baby, moving and changing jobs are but a few examples. Consider if more than one of those things happens within a small time frame? You got it. Stress and chaos.
So, how do we achieve finding some balance and feeling some peace amongst all this chaos? Let's talk life hacks:
Remind yourself of this above list as much as you need to in order for you to put it into practice. You got this! Now let's make some peace amongst the chaos.
Meghan Reitz, LCPC, NCC, has worked within the counseling profession for over 14 years. Her therapist experience includes providing individual, couples, family, group, and crisis counseling. She also speaks with companies and groups on mental health and wellness topics. Learn more about Meghan HERE.
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Head Start for students starting a program in January 2019
Head Start is designed for new students who are starting their first college program at Fanshawe. It's an opportunity to learn more about Fanshawe, meet with staff and possibly faculty, as well as a chance to take care of some of the items you need to complete before the start of school.
Why should you come to Head Start as a new student? It will keep you out of lines at the start of the semester for things you can get done during the Head Start program. More importantly our information shows that Head Start participants have a higher first term GPA and are more likely to return for their second year to Fanshawe. These are two great reasons to attend Head Start.
Note: this program is geared to our first level students and may not be valuable to students in our graduate studies programs. Parents and supporters are welcome but will attend separate programming.
What: Head Start program
When: November 16, for students starting a new program in January 2020.
Where: Room R1020, London Campus (map)
During this program, you will be able to:
- Complete your WRIT assessment;
- Hear from an Admissions and Pathways Advisor;
- Take a campus tour;
- Obtain your student card (if you've made your deposit).
- Explore Open House and visit your program!
|Frequently asked questions
|Where is Fanshawe College located?
What do I need to do to write the WRIT Assessment?
Bring your Fanshawe username and password with you. It is required to login and write the test.
What should I bring?
I have a disability. How do I get accommodations in place for the start of term?
Identify early with Accessibility Services. Learn more at www.fanshawec.ca/earlyid.
Quotes from Head Start attendees
"I had a great guide and experience. It really made me look forward to September!"
"I found Head Start to be extremely helpful to me and helpful to my parents as well!"
"Coming to Fanshawe for my first year having not been in school for 10 years now is a little intimidating. However being involved in the Head Start program and participating in other opportunities to get myself started as a mature student and a first-year student has been incredibly helpful."
"I think Head Start is an awesome opportunity, it answered all my questions about the fall and I got to meet people in my program!"
"Had an awesome time :) Got to meet some people in my program and we have been chatting over the summer! Thanks again Head Start!"
"It was a great experience. As an adult student and a stay-at-home mom for many years, I was nervous about going back to school, however the orientation was great, organized, fun and informative and therefore put my mind a little at ease. Thanks."


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