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It's the 30th Anniversary of Discovery Channel's Shark Week! We're using it as a chance to have some fun and talk about the wilder side of B2B marketing.
It's said that we know more about the surface of the moon than we do the bottom of the ocean. When it comes to surviving the open ocean of B2B marketing, brands have to be smart.
B2B marketers should aim for more than just keeping their heads above water, though. If you sometimes feel like you know more about the bottom of the ocean than you do your own customers, here are some expert tips to help you survive and thrive in the world of B2B marketing.
Survival Tip #1: Create B2C-inspired experiences.
Not everyone can be Amazon, but everyone can learn a lesson from the brand's investment in creating personalized experiences for every one of its more than 310 million customers. Brands that offer personalized experiences through product recommendations, tailored offers, and simple buying processes have a significant edge over brands that don't. Amazon relies on Pardot to help it create the same kind of personalized experiences for Marketplace users.
Sixty-eight percent of marketing leaders say their company is increasingly competing on the basis of customer experience (fourth annual State of Marketing Report). But these experiences shouldn't be confined to the B2C space. According to the same report, 65% of B2B buyers are likely to switch brands if a vendor doesn't personalize communications to them.
B2B brands can use the power of marketing automation to create personalized and B2C-inspired experiences for their own customers and inspire the kind of love we feel for our favorite B2C brands.
Survival Tip #2: Use analytics to maximize marketing ROI.
The opportunity that marketers enjoy today is nearly limitless, but with that opportunity comes challenges, including which channels make the most sense for your brand, audience, and budget. In addition to multiple channels, marketers must juggle an overload of customer data that can seem overwhelming. This means marketers must be smart about where and how they invest their time and marketing dollars.
B2B marketing analytics and reporting help B2B buyers make sense of data overload. By carefully tracking your marketing efforts, analytics show what's working, reveal what's not working, and guide how marketers can most effectively allocate their marketing budgets to maximize ROI.
Survival Tip #3: Opt for a smarter ABM strategy.
Account-based marketing is a popular approach for many B2B marketers these days, and with good reason. Done well, ABM empowers brands to streamline their marketing efforts and resources to the most desirable prospects.
Like everything in the current world of marketing, ABM is getting smarter. By injecting artificial intelligence into their ABM strategies, brands are revolutionizing the way they target and nurture new accounts.
At its core, ABM is about creating personalized, one-to-one experiences at scale. Applied to your ABM strategy, AI helps you:
- Identify the right accounts to target at the right time.
- Deliver personalized, dynamic experiences that grab the attention of your top prospects.
- Align your sales and marketing teams, and empower them with real-time data and insight.
- Track your performance so you can constantly evolve your ABM strategy.
Einstein ABM elevates your approach to account-based marketing and lets AI power your pipeline, all on the world's #1 CRM.
Surviving and thriving in the world of B2B marketing is possible for any smart brand. All it takes is a little know-how and a splash of creativity. Learn how to take your marketing to the next level with our eBook, "7 Inspiring B2B Marketing Campaigns."


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These days when you think fire-spotter, you probably imagine one of those birdcage houses up on stilts with windows on every wall.
When I started we had none of that. You watched from a peak, scanning the valleys for smoke and trying to recall where the lightning struck yesterday or the day before, marking the places on your map. Smoke in the mountains doesn't look like smoke as much as little puffs of cloud that oughtn't to be there.
My living quarters were nothing but a tent, and not a sterling example of even that humble domicile, patched and stitched and faded.
As for equipment, I carried an ax, a Barlow knife, and a carborundum stone to sharpen both. There was a telephone, one of the hand-crank models with wires strung across the treetops down ten miles to the ranger station.
There were no smoke-jumpers, no radios. Just men and mules.
This vignette borrows heavily from Norman Maclean's USFS 1919: The Ranger, The Cook, And A Hole In The Sky. Maclean, who didn't start writing until his seventies, achieved minor fame when the University of Chicago Press published his collection A River Runs Through It And Other Stories. Maclean mostly wrote autobiographically, though his non-fiction account of the 1949 Mann Gulch Fire was published after his death.

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Becca Biard was selected to share her LCU experience at the May 2014 undergraduate commencement ceremony.
Becca is from Modesto, California, and said she wanted to be a Chap before she was even aware that chaparrals existed.
Becca graduated with a degree in secondary education and and now teaches English at Frenship High School.


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GiraffeDog.net's terms and conditions are regularly maintained and an up-to-date version can always be found here. Please check back from time to time to ensure that you are adhering to them.
1. Definitions
"Company" means GiraffeDog Technical Services Limited t/a GiraffeDog.net.
"Customer" means the person(s), company or organisation purchasing services from GiraffeDog.net.
"Services" means colocation, dedicated servers, web site hosting, domain name registration and any other service or facility provided by the Company to the Customer.
"Server" means the computer server equipment used to provide the Customer with Services.
"Web site" means the area on the server allocated by the Company to the Customer for use by as a site on the Internet.
"Fees" means the charges set out at the time of purchase of the Services, together with any other charges made pursuant to these Conditions.
2. Customer Obligations
2.1 The Customer is wholly responsible for the content of its own Web site or Server and undertakes that such content will not be in violation of any applicable law.
2.2 The Customer shall at all times comply with the Company's Acceptable Use Policy as set out in Clause 4.
2.3 The Customer is responsible for ensuring that any legal permission or other rights required for content, data or material on their Web site or Server has been obtained and complied with.
2.4 The Customer is responsible for backups of data on their Web site or Server.
3. Company Obligations & Rights
3.1 In consideration of the Customer paying to the Company the Fees in accordance with these Conditions the Company shall provide Services to the Customer.
3.2 The Company shall use reasonable endeavours to perform the Services and shall, as soon as reasonably practicable on or after the purchase date, provide the Customer with those Services.
3.3 The Company does not guarantee uninterrupted network access to the Customer's Server or Web site or that the Services will be free from errors.
3.4 In the event that the Customer's monthly bandwidth allowance as provided at the time of purchase or subsequently having been agreed to in advance by both parties is exceeded, the Company shall be entitled at its sole discretion to suspend access to the Customer's Web site or Server and charge the Customer for the excess bandwidth at a rate of £0.50 per GB.
3.5 If a server is being affected by a Denial of Service attack, the Company may be forced to temporarily suspend the provision of Services to the Customer until such time that it has been able to resolve or circumvent the situation. This will always be a last resort and will be at the sole discretion the Company or its data centre provider. The Company reserves the right to charge the Customer for any excess bandwidth used during a Denial of Service attack that has specifically targeted the Customer's Server or Web site.
3.6 If the Customer is in breach of the Acceptable Use Policy as set out in Clause 4 or fails to fulfil its obligations or pay the Fees, the Company shall be entitled to immediately suspend or restrict provision of the Services to the Customer without prior notice.
4. Acceptable Use Policy
4.1 The Customer shall not participate in or facilitate any of the following:
* Unsolicited e-mail activities
* Illegal pornography
* Impersonated or libellous postings
* The download and distribution of copyrighted material using filesharing services such as Limewire, Bit Torrent or other such services
* Hacking/unauthorised access
* Propagation of viruses/worms
* Denial of Service (DoS) attacks
4.2 The Customer shall not deliberately or maliciously cause or allow to be caused any disruption to the Company's Services, its servers, network or other infrastructure, or any other networks or services on the internet.
5. Financial Provisions
5.1 The Customer shall pay to the Company the Fees on the basis specified at the time of purchase. The Company in its sole discretion shall be entitled to charge such additional fees as a result of the Customer's instructions or lack of instructions or information or any cause attributable to the Customer.
5.2 If payment is not made on the due date, the Company shall be entitled to immediately suspend the provision of the Services to the Customer without any prior notice, until the outstanding amount is paid in full. Where the Services have been suspended due to non-payment, the Company may charge the Customer an administration fee prior to reactivation of the Services.
5.3 The Company shall be entitled to review the Fees on a monthly basis and shall notify the Customer either by e-mail or in writing of any change in such Fees and the date from which the change will take effect.
6. Colocation & Dedicated Servers
The following section applies only to Customers who have purchased one of the Company's Colocation or Dedicated Server plans:
6.1 Boxes and packaging used by the Customer to ship equipment to the Company will not be kept unless prior arrangements have been made.
6.2 Any equipment or goods sent by or on behalf of the Customer to the Company shall be entirely at the Customer's own risk. It is the responsibility of the Customer to ensure that such items are adequately packaged and insured if necessary.
6.3 The Company aims to provide a 99.9% "uptime" service level agreement. In the event that the Company is unable to provide Services to the Customer for more than 0.5% of any given calendar month, the Company will refund the Customer a portion of the Fees at the rate of 1% for every additional hour of downtime, except where more than 7 days prior notification of the loss of Services has been issued to the Customer. The maximum amount refunded shall not exceed the proportionate amount of the Fees applicable for that month.
6.4 If a server is unavailable for a prolonged amount of time, the company reserves the right to replace the server.
6.5 The Company will provide physical access to the Customer's equipment, (for collocation services) at the data centre when accompanied by an employee or representative of the Company. The Company will charge the Customer an administration fee of £60 per hour for such visits.
7. Web Hosting
The following section applies only to Customers who have purchased one of the Company's Web Hosting plans:
7.1 Any scripts that the Customer installs on a Server owned or operated by the Company must be secure and properly tested. The Company reserves the right to remove any scripts that pose a security risk or cause performance issues that may affect other customers.
7.2 The Customer shall not be allowed to run any background processes on any Server owned or operated by the Company.
7.3 Whilst the Company will make all reasonable endeavours to provide the Services, it cannot guarantee that the Services will be available 100% of the time. Wherever practically possible, the Company will make efforts to inform the Customer in advance of any loss of service.
8. Domain Name Registration
If the customer is registering a domain with the Company then they shall be aware of the Domain Name Registration Agreement and the ICANN Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy and by purchasing the domain agree to be bound by the terms and conditions laid out therein.
9. Termination
9.1 If the Customer fails to pay the Fees by the due date, the Company may suspend the Services and/or terminate this Agreement forthwith.
9.2 The Terms and Conditions of this Agreement shall continue indefinitely until such time as either party notifies the other in writing of termination.
9.3 In the event of termination of this Agreement, the Company may offer at its sole discretion a proportionate refund of the Fees already paid for the unused period.
9.4 Upon termination of this Agreement for whatever reason, the Company shall remove the Server or Web site from its network without any liability whatsoever.
9.5 Upon termination of this Agreement for whatever reason any Fees owed by the Customer to the Company shall become immediately payable and due.
9.6 Following termination of the Agreement, neither party shall have any further obligation to the other under these Conditions other than any entitlements, rights or obligations provided by law.
10. Notices
10.1 Any notice to be given by either party to the other may be sent by either e-mail, fax or recorded delivery to the address of the other party as appearing in this Agreement or ancillary application forms or such other address as such party may from time to time have communicated to the other in writing, and if sent by email shall unless the contrary is proved be deemed to be received on the day it was sent or if sent by fax shall be deemed to be served on receipt of an error free transmission report, or if sent by recorded delivery shall be deemed to be served two days following the date of posting.
10.2 It is the responsibility of the Customer to ensure that its account e-mail address is kept current. The Company shall use the e-mail address provided by the Customer during the order process until advised otherwise.
11. Indemnification
The Customer agrees that it shall defend, indemnify, save and hold the Company (or its employees/owners) harmless from any and all demands, liabilities, losses, costs and claims, including reasonable legal fees asserted against the Company, its agents, its customers, officers and employees, that may arise or result from any service provided or performed or agreed to be performed or any product sold by customer, its agents, employees or assigns. The Customer agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Company against liabilities arising out of; (1) any injury to person or property caused by any products sold or otherwise distributed in connection with the Company; (2) any material supplied by the Customer infringing or allegedly infringing on the proprietary rights of a third party and (3) copyright infringement. The Customer agrees to limit the liability of the Company to the amount paid for the Services.
12. Disclaimer
12.1 The Company shall not be held liable for any loss, damages, loss of profits or other expenses caused by the unavailability of our servers or the partial or complete loss of any of the Services provided to the Customer.
12.2 The Company shall not be liable for any loss, damage, costs, expenses or other claims for compensation arising from any exercise of the Company's rights under these Conditions or through any fault of the Customer.
12.3 Except as expressly provided in these Conditions, the Company shall not be liable to the Customer by reason of any representation (unless fraudulent), or any implied warranty, condition or other term, or any duty at common law, or under the express terms of any contract, for any loss of profit or any indirect, special or consequential loss, damage, costs, expenses or other claims (whether caused by the negligence of the Company, its servants or agents or otherwise) which arise out of or in connection with the Services hereunder or their use by the Customer, and the entire liability of the Company under these Conditions shall not exceed the proportionate amount of the Fees.
These Terms & Conditions are subject to change without notice. The current version can always be found clearly linked from the main GiraffeDog.net Internet site: http://www.giraffedog.net/.
Failure to comply with any of our Terms & Conditions will result in grounds for immediate service cancellation.


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The leaders are actively growing businesses to share their experiences
Self-assured businessman boasts that he was able to realize a unique project , the income from which will be $ 100 million in five years . Such phrases are generally preceded by attempts to rapidly expand their business.
Have come down to earth in a few years or even months , and then comes to the aid of experience : the ability to use the knowledge learned from their own failures . When Samuel Smiles , a famous Scottish writer , said: " " He who never made a mistake, and did not make discoveries .
"We asked the managers and founders , who ran small companies , but then they decided to dramatically expand . Their experience is peculiar to many . What were the major flaws and their mistakes?
Alexander Mayzler all done on their own, but did not have time to
Foundress of Thinking Caps Tutoring Alexander Mayzler
Error – wanted to do everything for you . I opened my business in 2004 and did everything themselves : in the teaching and administration at the same time . Then I thought that hiring an assistant does not follow, as well as to allow this, we could not afford , and thought that the work of another person will not meet the standards we have adopted . The problems started because I just do not have time to deal with all and was very tired.
Conclusion: what can you best do it yourself , the rest is assigned to another . Then I highlighted in a separate list of what I'm good at and loved to do, and that could be carried out by someone else. On the basis of this list, I started hiring other workers.
Bob Fisch, 46 years lost touch with customers
Founder and CEO of Biggby Coffee Bean Fish
Error: no longer communicate with customers.In 1995 I opened a coffee house which I have been doing their own coffee, which allowed me to constantly maintain communication with visitors . Within four years, we have decided to engage in franchising. Once I got distracted from work and realized that our network is comprised of more than a hundred points, and I had been sitting out all day in the office, answering phone calls and letters , I spend business negotiations . I could not see our visitors for weeks.
Conclusion: every day I started to call in at our cafe , changing , so the office to work on the road. Since three years have passed , and we were able to increase profits in half. Now we have reached a figure of $ 40 million per year, and this year we expect to increase this figure , as sales in the same cafe increased by 7%, and more continue to grow.
Mark Sheehan , 59 years old : the tasks performed by incompetent people
CEO of Rubicon Sports Mark Sheehan
Error: excessive self-confidence. The company Rubicon, engaged in the manufacture of heavy-duty rescue and ski jackets , considered it possible for her to extend the range of products and production run of summer clothes . We offer consumers a line of clothing for children that protects against ultraviolet radiation , called Sun Shredders. We made a mistake with this project , deciding that customers liked the colors and patterns . We turned to designers of high-tech professional clothes for adults with a request to design clothes for the children, that was far from their area.
Conclusion : It is better to do that than to you better than anyone .
Rob Basso, 37 years has not identified the target audience
The founder of Advantage Payroll Services RobBasso
Error: guided by a very wide range of consumers , rather than to form his target audience. I bought a marketing firm contact list of companies, each of which we sent our flyer . After that, we started to call all of these companies. But we did not even bother to properly determine who exactly should be directed to our offer. It turned out that the flyers were sent to CEOs , while the purchasing decisions of the Company are CFOs . Thus, it was in vain spent a lot of money .
Conclusion : over time , we found that our target audience are companies that employ 15 employees , it must be service companies, and besides, they have to be in a certain area. Only after that we managed to organize a sale. But it was necessary to think through all the start.
David Hauser , 28 years: looking for new people, but because of their compatibility with the team
Grasshopper Group co-founder David Houser
Error: hired a new employee , based on their technical abilities , not thinking about personal compatibility with older employees. A few years ago, Grasshopper, which supplies small companies virtual phone system started very actively developed , the search for new employee has considerable challenge for us . We are looking for people with a technical mindset and hire only the best professionals , forgetting that they would find a common language with already working with us humans.
Conclusion : When a company is in the early stage of development , corporate culture is no less important than professionalism sotrudnikov.Teper we were special criteria by which we take people to work. Now we hire a new person that fits all of our requirements , and do not even know exactly what duties he will perform in our company.
Tom Walter , 62 years : It is used in the old methods
CEO of Tasty Catering Tom Walter
Error: working with clients using older methods . When we have had some success , engaged in the organization of corporate and outdoor events , we decided to expand the business – organized inexpensive eateries. Our sales are well known and always take into account the needs of enterprise customers. As for the cheap eats , there must have very different , and therefore our sales staff were not disappointed.
Bottom line: before you do something , you need to be aware of their strengths and weaknesses.
David Nour , 42 years : the company wanted to increase due to increased office
The founder of Relationship Economics , David Nour .
Error: The thought that the size of the office corresponds to the successful growth of the company . I was wrong for a long time , considering that the size is always correspond to the prestige of the company. That is why at the time I decided to team up with a consulting company hired new employees , rented a large office , has increased the number of services bought another Copier and even a gym for employees. Six years were spent one million dollars , and then I decided to go to our customers with the question : " Why did you choose us ." They replied that they use our services because we have a lot of interesting ideas , we are energetic and always implement original solutions . On the number of copiers in our office , no one mentioned.
Conclusion: I have cut staff Relationship Economics, moved to a new office , where I now work only . Now I get more money , headache was much less, and life became more balanced.
Greg Ehresmann , 54 : rushed to the employment of new managers
The owner of the family business – the restaurant Triple XXX, Diner (a type of fast food ) Route 66, as well as companies engaged in the manufacture of soda , Greg Ehresmann.
Error: wanting to expand, hastened to hire professionals bad . Opening the second point , we have taken the work of the manager who assured us in the presence of her relevant experience . But, as it turned out later , no experience she had , and with the opening of another point of the work was several times more . And as I got to the one institution (which is about 20 minutes drive from the other) , the other has had to put out the fire .
Conclusion: hire people people on whom you can always rely on.
Shelly Sun, 39 years old : I wanted to promote several projects
CEO of BrightStar Franchising San Shelley .
Error: undertook the implementation of several projects, but failed to finish any of them . Agency nurses BrightStar provides health care at home, as well as services carers . Recipients of our franchises , we have always offered several projects, as a result of complaints received by unfocused and messy approach .
Conclusion : always focus on the most important processes and bring them before the end of the implementation , and then proceed to less important projects.


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A superfood is essentially any nutrient-dense food that contains a variety of vitamins and minerals. In addition to boosting physical health, many of these foods can also enhance cognitive abilities and mental stability. Here is a look at seven superfoods that are perfect for older adults who would like to be as healthy as possible.
1. Steamed Shellfish
Due to potential issues with their immune systems, seniors should never eat any shellfish that hasn't been thoroughly cooked. However, cooked shellfish is an excellent source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, and iron. Steamed or boiled clams are a great option for seniors who aren't getting enough protein, but oysters tend to be the most nutrient-dense shellfish. Other great options include mussels, crayfish, and sea snails.
A professional caregiver can ensure your loved one eats healthy meals and remains independent while aging in place. Living independently is important for seniors who want to maintain a high quality of life. For some, this simply means receiving help with tasks that have become more challenging to manage over time. Even when families have the best intentions, they may not have the time to provide the care their elderly loved ones need and deserve. If your loved one needs help for a few hours a day or a few days a week, reach out to Home Care Assistance, a trusted provider of respite care Huntington seniors can depend on.
2. Avocados
Heart disease is the most common cause of death among seniors, and one of the best ways to reduce the risk of heart disease is to eat plenty of monounsaturated fats. These fats also reduce the risk of kidney failure, strokes, and high blood pressure. One cup of sliced avocado contains 14 grams of monounsaturated fat. Fresh avocados also contain high levels of potassium, omega-3 fatty acids, beta-carotene, and folate. Seniors who are trying to put on weight should consider adding an avocado to one of their daily meals.
3. Quinoa
Protein deficiencies are very common among the elderly, and some older adults have a difficult time eating multiple servings of meat every week. Quinoa is one of the best vegan sources of protein, and it is very easy to prepare. It can either be eaten as a warm main dish or added to cold breakfast dishes like yogurt with berries. This grain is also a good option for diabetic seniors who have a difficult time controlling their insulin levels.
4. Broccoli
Very few foods are as good for seniors as broccoli. Studies continue to show that this cruciferous vegetable can lower the risk of high cholesterol, heart disease, osteoporosis, and certain types of cancer. Broccoli is also high in fiber, which helps with metabolism and blood sugar issues. When cooking broccoli, avoid boiling it for too long, as it could leach out some of the vitamins and minerals.
Many seniors need help with daily tasks such as meal prep and grocery shopping. Aging adults who require assistance with the tasks of daily living can benefit from reliable home care. Huntington, WV, families trust in Home Care Assistance to provide the high-quality care their elderly loved ones need and deserve. Our caregivers are trained to help seniors prevent and manage serious illnesses and encourage them to make healthier decisions as they age.
5. Tomatoes
Fresh tomatoes contain a vital nutrient known as lycopene. According to a recent study carried out at Boston University, regularly consuming lycopene can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary heart disease by as much as 30 percent. Some smaller studies have found that tomatoes may fight off urinary tract infections as well.
6. Lentils
A lentil is a nutrient-dense legume that contains almost all of the amino acids the human body requires. Much like quinoa, studies have revealed that lentils can lower the risk of heart disease, high cholesterol, IBS, and other common medical disorders. A single cup of cooked lentils only contains 230 calories, but the amount of fiber and protein leave people feeling full for hours.
7. Blueberries
Even though blueberries are relatively high in sugar, they also contain a wide variety of antioxidants. These nutrients seek out and destroy cancerous cells before they can spread to other parts of the body. One serving of blueberries also contains around 25 percent of the daily required value of vitamin C and nearly four grams of fiber. These berries can easily be added to a wide variety of dishes, ranging from breakfast smoothies to summertime salads.
Switching to healthy meals can be difficult for older adults without assistance. If your aging loved one needs help managing everyday tasks or encouragement to adopt healthier lifestyle choices, turn to Home Care Assistance, a leading provider of home care. Huntington Home Care Assistance provides professional in-home caregivers around the clock to help seniors live longer, happier, and healthier lives. Whether your loved one needs minor help with daily tasks or extensive 24-hour care, give us a call at (304) 521-2909 today.


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What people are saying about PCM
"The Process Communication Model course was a positive, eye opening experience for McDonald Jones Homes. The training has been invaluable to our Executive and Senior Management team in helping them to understand the different communication styles of every individual in the company and, therefore, enhancing their ability to effectively interact and engage with one another, their team members and other employees.
Not only has this course helped to strengthen our capacity to work as a team; the knowledge and skills we have taken away will assist us to get the best from our employees, to support their individuality and, in turn, ensuring our ongoing business success and growth."
Bill McDonald
Director, McDonald Jones
"In all the years I've been researching personal and leadership development, I haven't come across a technique as powerful as PCM in its ability to teach people how to better influence others to achieve an outcome. It helps us identify motivation and communication triggers in order to more effectively engage others. This is particularly useful for anyone seeking to deliver outcomes in the leadership, customer service, sales or safety space."
Wayne Pearce
Member of the Australian Rugby League Commission
"I have no hesitation to recommend that ANZCA (Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists) explore PCM further. It could revolutionise the way we, as Anaesthetists and Pain Medicine physicians, interact with our colleagues, patients, families and friends with benefits for everyone."
Dr Meredith Craigie
Specialist Anaesthetist, Melbourne
"Excellent. Best seminar I have attended due to being able
to practice/use the content everyday in all situations".
Beth Turner
Organisational Development Officer, Manly Council
"Presenters were highly experienced and had good/ relevant case study examples to support content delivery. Most enjoyable learning experience – the group of 6 participants was a perfect size – allowed for an excellent level of interaction. Much better quality of participant learning and interaction than comparative programs with more participants".
Ian Mackay
Managing Director, Mackay Partners
"The PCM Seminar was a surprisingly valuable experience.
I would highly recommend this seminar over many other training courses. It was truly a revelation.
There is no doubt the ability to foster improved communication within a team holds the key to a happy, cohesive and interactive team. The flow on effects for any business could well be astounding."
Rhonda Black
Head of Operations, Your Client Matters
"Over the three days we spent together in the PCM course, I learnt more about myself and the people I communicate with than I have in a lifetime of education, life and work experience.
Human beings are complex and diverse beings. However the insights into the six personality types reveal that we are really not that complex but rather we resonate on different frequencies. We merely need to tap into the frequency and human interaction is easier and a lot more effective.
I only wish that I had been exposed to the model twenty
years ago. I am very grateful for the tools and techniques that you delivered and look forward to introducing other members of my management team to the course in the near future.
Mark Vassallo
CEO, Mojo Homes
"Important for me was the fact this course was based on medical research, used by NASA as part of their training, and learnt by presidential figures. This gave me confidence that this course was different from the various other 'personality' courses out there".
Marshall Kim
Head of Buyer Product Experience, eBay
"I think the Process Communication Model® Seminar
conducted by Webster & Company should be mandatory
in schools and businesses Australia wide. Peter shows you
the key to successful communication which can be used
across both your business and personal life.
I consider the Process Communication Model® Seminar as
my secret weapon to future life successes!"
Toni Rees
Marketing Coach, Your Client Matters
"I've done many courses like this but I have taken away very little. This has given me so much that I can use in my everyday life."
Chris Cook
General Sales Manager, Audi
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Edward Riojas' The Redemption
$ 75.00
Giclee prints of original pieces by Edward Riojas.
Giclee prints are the archival standard used by museums and galleries to reproduce fine art.
Images are printed on Hahnemuehle fine art paper and are signed by the artist.
Sizes given are approximate image sizes. Extra white space is given all around to aid in framing.
Prints are not matted or framed.
Size options:
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Consumer & Health Products
The home care industry is faced with increasing raw material prices and stricter regulations. Additionally, there is an industrial desire and a consumer demand to replace conventional components with naturally derived, sustainably sourced and biodegradable alternatives. However, this results in a number of challenges regarding product performance and stability.
Nucomat offers automated sample preparation solutions for automated quality control analysis of your products: e.g. routine analysis of food products, formulation stability testing, etc.
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The automated system allows for multi-parameter data collection on live pathogens of high or unknown biosafety risk.
The Caps-It system contains multiple customized subsystems to assure safe and efficient plate handling.
- Incubator assembly (4 systems)
- Liquid handler assembly (2 systems)
- High-content imager assembly (2 systems)
- Plate reader assembly (2 systems)
- Plate washer assembly (2 systems)
- Liquid waste handling assembly (2 systems)
- Dark plate store
The Caps-It system is integrated in an isolator system.
See also: https://rega.kuleuven.be/cmt/capsit
Automated Stability Testing Platform for Liquid Formulations
This platform allows for automated stability testing of liquid formulations. The systems consist of 6 trolleys which can be equipped with advanced measurement techniques as well as a separate area with 4 climate chambers.
The advanced scheduling software controls the different ageing and measurement protocols for all samples.
Capacity of the system amounts to more than 1500 samples.
Automated Labeller and Dispenser
The automated system concerns a lab application to distribute liquid aliquots in microcentrifuge tubes of 0,5ml or 1,5 ml. Liquid transfer is performed under laminar flow. The system is able to provide individual tubes from a bulk feed, controlled liquid transfer on a balance and labelling of 120 samples per hour. A vibration hopper with capacity for 1200 tubes feeds closed microcentrifuge tubes to a vertical lift that brings the tubes within reach of the XYZ robot. New tubes coming from the vibrator are capped. The labelled tubes first get decapped, receive the aliquot volume, and afterwards capped again. Prepared tubes are exported in 13x13cm trays with 100 positions.


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(Pocket-lint) - VPN services have become such essential without which today's internet user cannot survive. While there are many reasons to opt for a streaming VPN, the main reason is the requirement of data and online identity protection. A VPN protects users from cyber criminals and various kinds of viruses while providing access to geo-blocked movies, TV shows and sports.
How Does a VPN Give You Access to Geo-Locked Content?
Most VPN providers offer the ability to access content that is locked to your region and won't be able to access without having an IP address in the country the content is located in. Express VPN is aimed at people who want a VPN outside their home country to access region locked services like US Netflix from the UK, as well as keep their internet browsing private, ExpressVPN offers more than 1,500 servers across 94 countries.
And now, here're the top 5 reasons why you need a streaming VPN:
1. Watch Boxing on Pay-Per-View
Do you ever miss Boxing on PPV because of the hassle involved with accessing the fights? Well, with a VPN such as PureVPN you never have to miss a single punch again.
2. Watch Sports Online
Accessing sports content online due to regional restrictions isn't an issue when you have a VPN. PureVPN have 82% off for Pocket-lint readers right now, for instance, allowing sports fans to catch each of their desired sports event, thanks to the dynamic IPs it provides. Once a user connects to a VPN, it lets them select desired server locations to access content from, on the go. You can watch a number of upcoming sports with a VPN provider including Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts events live online from channels across the world including Showtime in the US, Sky in the UK, and so on.
3. Watch Movies Online
A VPN basically funnels your network traffic through an encrypted tunnel, hiding your identity, and mitigating against ISP-level censorship in countries like China and even Russia. But did you know VPNs can help you watch TV shows? Video-streaming services like Netflix only allow people living in certain countries to access them but a streaming VPN opens up all the blocked passages for streaming.
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If movies aren't your thing but TV shows are, you can use a streaming VPN such as NordVPN to access television programming. When you're not in certain countries, access to TV content gets difficult. With NordVPN, you have nothing to worry about as you can access a wide range of online streaming channels showing comedy shows, dramas, thrillers, action shows, and so on. You can easily bypass geographical restrictions to watch your favorite shows by switching your IP with one provided by the VPN provider.
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Services like NordVPN allow you to surf as if you were at home is not just about accessing geo locked content. A VPN lets users enjoy their native content in their own language no matter where they are. This is an ideal thing for travelers because those who move a lot are not able to access their favorite content from back home. NordVPN has deployed 1000 servers in 61 countries that then enables you to access home channels in native language with total ease.
So, these were your top 5 reasons why you need a streaming VPN for online streaming. Check out our top ten VPN services to find the one that suits you.


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Happy New Year. The Winter and Spring edition of the Hillside Public Library's Off the Shelf newsletter is hot off the press. Get it here or pick up a copy at the front desk to find the latest information on all of our exciting fall programs and events including: Yoga, adult Winter Reading, movies, healthy eating, bird houses, Blind Dates with a Book, self-defense, microgreens, computer classes, storytime, crafts, Spring Break programs, databases, and much, much, much more.
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Zane Lovitt, author of The Midnight Promise: A Detective's Story in Ten Cases, went on tour to promote the US edition of his debut. Here are some great photos of the tour, with Zane's comments.
This is at a sensational bookshop in Washington DC called Politics and Prose. Their approach to tackling online book sales and the apparent death of the bookshop has been to present a range of events and to develop a community of readers and listeners who come along (with plenty of questions)—they hold more than 500 events a year. I'm here next to Quintin Peterson (centre), a former DC cop turned crime writer, and Wolf Haas (right), an Austrian crime writer.
This is at a bookshop in Chicago called 57th Street Books, and I'm barefoot because Chicago (and New York and Washington) were so freakin' hot. Humidity like you would not believe. I'd step outside and I'd be drenched in seconds, so this is me trying to keep cool. I'm seated next to Mark Billingham, UK writer and creator of the Tom Thorne series of crime novels.
This is at a Chicago bookshop called Centuries and Sleuths. They specialise in histories and mysteries. This was my last event, and I'm sitting next to Bayo Ojikutu, Chicago-based crime writer and lecturer, Mark Billingham and Wolf Haas. This was particularly interesting because it featured an Aussie, a local, a Brit and an Austrian all talking about what we have in common as crime writers.
The Midnight Promise: A Detective's Story in Ten Cases is available now in bookshops and online.


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I have set a goal of running 1500 miles this year. I plan for those to all be outdoor miles, not treadmill miles. That would be 400 more miles than last year, so it will be a significant increase, but I think I can do it if I stay focused.
I would like to run 5 marathons this year, and close in on the 4 hour marathon mark. I have signed up for two relatively flat courses early in the year, Eugene in May and Newport in June, and think I might have a shot of coming close if I up my speedwork through the spring and can keep my cramps under control.
My plan had been to run the Hagg Lake 25K in February. Unfortunately it filled up before I could register. Instead Alice and I are going to head to Forest Park and go for a 20-miler. We still need to work out a route.
In March comes the Shamrock Run 15K. My only goal with that one is to be my time from last year. I think I can do that if I really put my mind to it. I would love to finish in under 1:20, but that might be a bit of a lofty goal.
April will be a return to Race for the Roses. It's a Half-Marathon, and will be good training for the Eugene Marathon as it comes three weeks before that date. My last year's time was pretty good, and I would love to match or beat it.
May will be the Eugene Marathon, and June will bring the Newport Marathon. At the end of July I'll be participating in the Cascade Lakes Relay for the first time. It looks to be a fun experience; the same concept as Hood to Coast with less people and better scenery.
No plans for August or September (yet!). Might head to New York to run the Rochester Marathon with my sister. October brings Portland, and November will be what is becoming my Thanksgiving tradition - the Seattle Marathon.
So all in all, lots of races and running goals for the new year. Here's to hoping my legs will hold up!
Running 2010
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I'm a fan of Sullivan, but I'm not inclined to retire the number quite yet. Might be decision for later after he retires and his impact can be judged more in context of the history of the franchise. I'd pass on assigning out the digits for a few years just to avoid confusion.
303 QUICK POLL: Should Sullivan and Kariya have their numbers retired?
- Updated: June 29, 2011
When it was announced on Monday that Steve Sullivan would not be returning to the Nashville Predators next season, many asked how the Preds would honor him and his time served. And today when former Nashville winger Paul Kariya announced his retirement, fans started speculating on whether he deserved to have his number retired.
Sullivan was the first star to make his home Nashville, Tennessee. Kariya, however, was the first star that chose to make his home Nashville, Tennessee. Both were fan favorites in their time and both legitamized the Predators organization to the hockey world in one form or another.
Sullivan donned a Nashville sweater during six seasons, amassing 263 points in 317 games. He also brought some postseason hardware to Music City for the first time ever when he won the Masterton Award in 2009. Kariya wore his famous number nine for only two years in Nashville but in those two years he was an offensive star like nobody in Nashville before him. Or since, for that matter. He collected 161 points in 164 games. And, in the playoffs for the Preds, he registered nine points in ten contests.
Watching both men, at times, was like watching a highlight reel. In Sullivan's case, he was showing off his moves even on his last goal as a member of the Predators.
Kariya, on the other hand, delivered what Peter Forbserg would later call "the best pass I've ever seen" in a February 2007 game against the Detroit Red Wings.
So which player deserves to have their number retired by the Predators? Either? Both? Was Sullivan consistent enough to warrant such an honor? Is Kariya's two-year stint not long enough for the accolades?
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Sully yes kariya no
no to both. i wet my pants the day Kariya signed here and his two years were the best ever, but no. the first number we retire is 11. (is he joking?)
…Actually, I'm thinking you're right. Leggy is likely the first to have his number in the rafters. Too bad that won't happen until sometime in the 2020's.
For Sully, who was with the team a lot longer than Kariya, yes. Kariya was only here a couple years so I say no for him, plus Goc wears 9.
I don't think you can retire either. Kariya was only here for a short time, and while Sullivan may have been one of the best offensive players and most popular in the short history of the Predators, Jersey retirements should be reserved for the best of the best and he wasn't even considered a league all star.
No, neither were drafted by us (part of my personal criteria), neither played here long enough (2 years for Kariya + no shows in the playoffs) Sullivan was better and here longer (last year or so hurt my memory of him though), to garner such an honor
That pass is just nasty years later.
Why is there no talk of retiring Wade Belak's number 3.
okay seriously. While Kariya was great in his time here. I don't think only 2 seasons warrants retiring a number. Sullivan, on the other, Not only played the 6 seasons. But his off ice contributions to city of Nashville play a part, AND, he was the first Predator's players to win an NHL award. All things to be considered, I would retire his number out of respect, (and to give us a legit banner hanging ceremony!)
NO and NO (at least not in the near future for 26)….
Onetimer is right…the first should be 11, but long after he retires.
No to Kariya, maybe to Sully but don't let anyone wear 26 for a few years either way. And if 11 ever retires his jersey # def should retire too.
I would say no. I think the only one even close to a possibility is Legwand if he plays many more seasons and leads most categories simply due to his longevity with the team.
No to Paul, maybe to Sully.
sully yes kariya no
seriously? not even close
no and no
Sully – yes. Kariya – nope.
Sully was the heart and soul of this team. Kariya, while he brought skill to the team, I don't believe he was a true team player.
Kariya was great while he was here, but he was only here a short time. Sully represented the best of Predators hockey. He deserves his number retired and hanging from the area rafters!
Sully Yes Paul no
If it's one or the other then it's Sully. But I think that's a stretch, too. As for Legwand, I think his is a stretch, too. Weber, Suter, Rinne should be the 1st three IF they continue their current level of play AND if they stay here for a significant period of time.
Neither. Jersey retirements are for legendary stars, not for guys that were good and sometimes great players who stuck around a long time (or a short time).
Kariya was the most instrumental player in early Preds history because he legitimized Nashville as a FA destination. He likely paved the way for JP to sign when Buffalo walked away from his arbitration reward and possibly for Arnott's decision as well to come here when he could have gotten more money elsewhere.
However, Sully was the 'missing ingredient' that sparked the Preds to their first playoff run and was the team's first truly acknowledged offensive star (with apologies to Cliff Ronning). I think he has meant as much to this franchise as anyone who ever donned the sweater. Although I wouldn't officially recognize him before he finally hangs up the skates for good, I've always said I think his should be the first jersey hoisted to the rafters. And I DEFINITELY agree, nobody gets to wear #26 until that determination is made.
That being said, if there isn't a 'Paul Kariya Night' at some point in the next season or two, somebody's just not thinking straight.
Both should. Yes kariya was only there for two season but he was great. I think he paved the way for other guys to sign there. Paul wanted to go to nashville. Yes, yes
Sully – Yes, Kariya – No


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Nine Steps To Landing The Internship You Want
Internships.com CEO Robin Richards shared with us the steps you should take to boost your chances of landing the internship you want.
1. Assess your values, temperament, personality and interests.
Richards says that Internships.com and other sites offer free tools for completing this critical process – however, most students jump right into the internship search without a thoughtful assessment of who they are and what they want. A self-evaluation can lead to a better understanding of the career path you want, and the types of company cultures and environments that suit you best.
2. Find the internship that suits you best.
Richards suggests that you scope out internship sites with the greatest number of listings. Then, click around on the links to make sure they are active and up-to-date. Once you find a site that you trust, you can begin your search.
You have to first limit your search to locations that are practical and affordable. Once you've settled on realistic geographical locations, narrow the search further by choosing your areas of interest. A lot of companies will pop up, so you may have to refine your search by "paid" or "unpaid."
Now you should be left with a list of companies that meet your criteria – but don't trust that they are all a good match. You'll need to research the firms, and look at size, industry, reputation, and history, among many other things to decide which ones best suit you.
3. Network.
Narrow your list down to two or three companies and start networking. "The best way to get a leg up is to reach out to personal contacts," Richards says. "Look to friends, family, and friends of family for connections to the companies you're interested in pursuing."
Where? Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter are good places to start.
4. Apply for the internship you want.
Compose a cover letter that addresses the job description and the company's needs. "Cover letters are kind of an old school elegance that says you're ready to join the work force," Richards says. "In a cover letter, you want to show them that your education coupled with relevant experience lends itself to whatever job description they put forth." If you don't have relevant work experience, include any pertinent volunteer work, involvement in clubs, or other activities.
Always highlight leadership roles. If you can explain, with brevity, that you're able to deliver a project without being told what to do every step of the way – and you have experience to back that sentiment – you should do so in a cover letter and on your résumé.
Try to find good, free help before you send off your cover letter and résumé—then submit it via the preferred method. "You're too low on the totem pole to circumvent their path," Richards says. "Do what they say to do!"
5. Prepare for the interview.
If the employer requests an interview, you'll need to prepare. How should you dress? "Always overdress. It's that simple," Richards says. "If you walk in and it's casual, someone might tell you that, but you should say, 'I wasn't sure, but I wanted to be respectful,' and that will set the tone for who you are before you even sit down." Richards says he's interviewed candidates who looked like they hadn't showered or were dressed inappropriately, and "they were out before they even opened their mouths," he says.
If you're dressed to impress, and you've already done your homework – then you're ready to go. One way to ease your nerves (and to show you're responsible) is to arrive five to ten minutes early.
6. Ask the right questions.
Once you're in the hot seat you'll want to set the tone. "The tone for all good interviews is that you're interviewing them as much as they're interviewing you. You should go in wanting to understand if this place is a good fit for you." Richards compares companies to mentors. As a young professional, the places you intern will shape your future and provide you with knowledge and experience – so it's important to ask them intelligent, forward looking questions.
Things not to ask: "How much will I make?" and, "How much will I have to work?" These questions say you don't really want the job.
Something else to pay attention to during the interview: Body language. Look the interviewer in the eye, smile, sit up straight and respect personal space.
7. End the interview.
If you can get through all that, you're almost in the clear. "Wrap up is very important," Richards says. "You'll want to ask for information about the process, what will happen next, and what the expected time frame is. This way, you're planting the seed for the follow-up."
8. Follow-up.
Go home and compose a hand-written thank you note to the interviewer that day. This will set you apart from other candidates, and you will be one of the 3% to 4% who make this classy move. "It's a great way to distinguish yourself from the pack." If you don't hear from the employer within the time frame they gave you, wait two to three days and email them. If you really connected with the interviewer and they provided you with their phone number, you should call.
9. Deal with the job offer or rejection.
If you're offered the job, respond promptly and professionally. "Give them an answer that day or the next morning," Richards says. "It's at this time that you should voice your questions or concerns. Don't wait until you're hired!"
If you're faced with rejection, use it as an opportunity to reflect on your approach. "Ask yourself what you could have done better, if you prepared enough, if you dressed appropriately," Richards says. "If you go through a reflection process, you'll know how to better prepare next time."


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06:30 | Welcome Reception
- Meet the faculty
- See your colleagues
- Meet our sponsors
- Make new contacts!
07:30 | Registration and Breakfast
08:45 | Welcome!
Walter "Pete" Swayze III, Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney
James Roof, The Claro Group
09:00 | Partnering with Outside Counsel & Alternative Fees
- Fostering a long-lasting relationship
- Client/Outside counsel communication
- Establishing litigation guidelines
- How the relationship can be jeopardized and what to do when things unravel
- Preparing to write a better AFA and a compelling RFP tomorrow
- Tools and best practices to prepare and implement an effective AFA
- Negotiating tips to achieve a win-win resolution for client and counsel
- Measuring outcomes to ensure value
Mari Henry Leigh, Legal Fee Expert
Matthew A. Werbel, Partner, Methfessel & Werbel
F. Samuel Eberts, III, Chief Legal Officer, Corporate Secretary & Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs, LabCorp
10:00 | Breakout Sessions A-B
Breakout A
Emerging Risks and Insurance Issues
- Looking forward: New and emerging risks in 2017 — financial tech risks, cannabis, virtual currency, 3D printing, nanotechnology, cyber technology, drones, crowd funding, robo-advisors.
- Cutting-edge issues in environmental, pharmaceutical, and other product liability coverage cases
- Effective underwriting of today's risks to avoid tomorrow's claims
- Proactive strategies for successfully avoiding and managing coverage litigation
- Summary of key takeaways
Lawrence D. Mason, Senior Shareholder, Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney
Sebastian Alia, Underwriting Counsel, Validus Underwriters
Anthony Tessitore, Senior Counsel, Clyde & Co
Breakout B
Employment Law:
Why Having Policies is Not Enough
- New rules and regulations in the Trump Administration
- Government agency enforcement including the EEOC's systemic discrimination program
- Legislative agendas, recent cases and how your business can effectively manage these trends
- Impact of medical marijuana on the workplace
Joe Guarino, DLA Piper
Dominick Cirelli, CoFace North America
Stefani C. Schwartz, Schwartz Simon Edelstein & Celso
11:00 | Break
11:15 | Breakout Sessions A-B
Breakout A
The Role & Responsibility of the Board
When Allegations Surface
- Tips for providing guidance to management and supporting the organization's communication strategy
- Safeguarding the organization's culture and reputation
- How to assure information flow to the board Is regular and transparent
Donna Bucella, President of Compliance, Guidepost Solutions LLC
Susan Frank Divers, Senior Advisor, LRN Inc., former global compliance chief for AECOM
Pamela Cothran Marsh, Partner, Berger Singerman
Breakout B
Federal electronic discovery rules were amended just over a year ago, significantly changing federal practice in this area. Over the past year, numerous courts throughout the country have issued decisions that clarify parties' responsibilities under the rules and provide guidance to litigants engaged in electronic discovery in federal court.
We will review the new rules and recent caselaw, and analyze their impact with respect to:
- Amended Rule 26 and the scope of allowable discovery
- Amended Rule 34 as it relates to discovery responses and objections
- Amended Rule 37(e) and the ability of a court to issue sanctions
Then we will discuss the operational and practical aspects of conducting e-discovery smoothly with the least disruption to the client, using data analytics to solve key problems.
Eli Nelson, Director, The Claro Group LLC
Jonathan Sablone, Nixon Peabody
Robin E. Stewart, Kutak Rock
12:15 | Lunch
01:30 | Cyber Risk: Identifying, Assessing, Insuring, Defending
- Challenges in managing corporate and third party data
- Inventory of your data: what, where, and is it protected?
- Knowing your primary data vulnerabilities
- Internet of Things, is the risk real or imagined?
- PHI breach response and best practices
- Legal foundations for HIPPA and HI-TECH
- Balancing Security and Privacy
- Recent court decisions, class actions and causes of action
- Business interruption issues and coverage
- Cyber physical perils
- Cross-border issues
- Types of claims being covered
- Claims notice and claims handling
- Evolution of cyber products
Carrie Parikh, Wyndham Hotel
Courtney Stout, Counsel, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Stuart Panensky, Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry
Jared Zola, Blank Rome
02:30 | Ethics
Ranging from conflicts of interest, attorney client privileges to trolling your adversary on social media, Mr. Rapattoni and Mr. Strongosky will lead a discussion of topical ethics issues, based upon three fictitious vignettes drawn from real-life examples. Expect a roundtable format with audience participation.
Christopher M. Strongosky, Partner, DLA Piper
Jeffrey G. Rapattoni, Shareholder, Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman Goggin
3:30 | Adjourn
Conference Chairs
James Roof
The Claro Group
Walter "Pete" Swayze
Segal McCambridge
Singer & Mahoney


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Central Coast Vines Hit by Frost
Vintners along California's Central Coast are evaluating their vineyards after one of the worst frosts in years struck the area's wine regions last month. For two nights beginning April 8, temperatures dropped as low as 24° F in some areas and stayed below freezing for several hours. The cold damaged vines by killing the tender shoots and leaves, just as many buds were starting to sprout. The Paso Robles area was hit the hardest, with some growers estimating that the damage could have a severe impact on the size of the 2011 crop.
"I've never seen anything like it in Paso before," said Gary Eberle, owner of Eberle winery in East Paso Robles. Eberle, who has made wine in Paso since 1973, reports that the frost caused widespread damage with some vineyards completely wiped out. One of the vineyards he usually buys Sangiovese from probably won't have a pickable crop this year.
Stacie Jacob, executive director at the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance, says that some of the area's top viticulturists are estimating that the crop loss could range between 30 and 50 percent. "The frost was the most severe the area has experienced in the past decade," she said. But other winemakers told Wine Spectator they estimate that the figure could be as low as 15 percent. It may be several months before the extent of the damage is clear.
The frost was particularly devastating because there was no inversion layer. Cold weather with an inversion layer has cool air on the bottom and warmer air above it. Wineries often protect against frost damage by placing wind machines in their vineyards to pull down warmer air to protect the vines. But this is ineffective if there is no inversion layer. Another method is to spray the vines with water, which traps warmth close to each plant's surface as it freezes, but not everyone has sprinkler systems in their vineyards.
The cold was indiscriminate in Paso. In frost conditions, the cold weather usually sinks into the lower portions of the vineyards, but with no inversion layer some of the vineyards on the hilltops were damaged too. Eberle noticed that vineyards on both the east and west sides of Paso Robles were hit.
The extent of the damage varied between vineyards and varietals. Justin Smith, winemaker at Saxum, says his vineyards were experiencing a very late budbreak and his Syrah and Mourvèdre hadn't broken bud when the frost hit. "The primaries have budded out now and seem untouched," he said. Early ripening grapes such as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir were more susceptible to the frost. "The Grenache got hit the worst because it opened the earliest," said Smith.
While Paso was hit the hardest, winemakers farther north in Monterey County are reporting damage as well. "There were some pockets in the Arroyo Seco," said Dean De Korth, winemaker at Bernardus in the Carmel Valley. Bernardus turned on the sprinkler systems at its estate vineyards during the cold front. But most of the Monterey County growing region was relatively unaffected. "We don't seem to have nearly the damage they have farther south," he said.
Winemakers are reporting a similar situation in Santa Barbara County. Most of the region dodged the worst of the weather. "It sounded like the vineyards we source from are pretty much OK except for a little damage," said Brian Loring of Loring Wine Company, who buys grapes from vineyards in Sta. Rita Hills and Sta. Maria Valley.
It's still too early to determine how the frost will affect the 2011 harvest in Paso Robles. Vintners are waiting to see how the secondary buds react and others are shoot thinning in their vineyards. While the crop will undoubtedly be reduced, some winemakers are remaining positive about the quality of the grapes. "Maybe mother nature did some of our crop thinning this year," said Cris Cherry of Villa Creek Cellars in Paso. "If we get a decent set from our second growth, we could walk into a great vintage."


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Welcome to Rowan University Libraries!
Rowan University Libraries continues to grow and change to meet the needs of this dynamic institution. Increases in the research field and growth in the population of students and faculty require that we transform how the Libraries deliver services.
Students and faculty have access to hundreds of databases, thousands of peer-reviewed electronic journals, and physical print materials. We continue to acquire new resources in both print and electronic formats. We have well established collaborations with other universities and medical libraries to obtain copies of those materials that we do not own.
Over the past few years, the Libraries on all three campuses have undergone renovations. Ever aware of the study needs of our students, we continue to look for ways to offer improved spaces. All of our libraries offer night and weekend hours and Campbell Library continues to provide 24-hour support for all Rowan University students studying during final exam periods.
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I encourage you to visit your campus Library, and use the Rowan University Libraries website to discover the wealth of online resources and services available to you as a member of the Rowan University Community.


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How often have you attended a conference only to sit through poorly managed panels featuring speakers with interesting bios that should have been more effectively engaged by moderators?
I'm at a morning conference listening to potentially interesting people participating in a few poorly moderated panels. Here are a few tips for moderators running panels based on events I've organized and joined as well as a conference series I organized for a former blue chip client.
1. Creative. Creatively title the panel. Come up with something that captures attention and draws audience.
2. Pre-interview Panelists. A week prior to the panel, speak with participants by phone to determine their strengths and weaknesses, competencies, and relevant success stories and methodologies you can point to during the panel. Determine questions you might ask panelists from this pre-interview, and during the live panel, draw from a list of these questions.
3. Avoid Lengthy Intros. Rather than turn intros over to panelists who will likely waste valuable time regurgitating bio elements that are usually in print, write a script that excerpts 20 seconds of pertinent information from each speaker's bio, and get that out of the way quickly so you can get into the topic of the conference.
4. Manage Time. Make sure you manage your time during the actual panel so that you can make it through your questions in ways that engage every participant. If one participant speaks too long and delivers information that is off topic and puts your plan in jeopardy, be proactive and politely cut off the speaker. You're doing this for everyone's benefit.
5. Interactive. You are managing time. Make sure the panel is interactive. Ensure that everyone has a chance to speak, and encourage cross-talk.
6. Q&A. Leave some time for audience questions at the end.
7. Twitter. Set up a hashtag (#) for the panel (i.e. #panelname) that folks can use to tweet questions, and announce it at the start of the panel. You might find some potential questions and useful comments from these Tweets from attendees during the panel and incorporate these into the discussion.
8. Inspire. Drive personal energy through the session in ways that inspire the audience.
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What Are You Practicing?
I have been thinking about movement lately, especially forward movement. For instance, why do some movements seem so natural while others seem like you are continuously pushing a boulder up a very steep hill. You either keep pushing or have a boulder coming at you like Indiana Jones in that one movie. Your body and your body language speak volumes!
How and when do you stop pushing and just try and go with the flow? Especially when you are not the go with the flow type. Scheduled versus spontaneity. Learning to navigate or asking someone else for directions. Mind and body working together as one!
You have choices, especially to choose what works best for you! Weighing the pros and the cons. To practice, learn and develop. To progress to experience growth and gain life experiences. To find your "whys" in what you need!
To learn more about who you are and how you work! To find your potential as well as your talents and gifts. To discover what matters most. To create and live!
"You have a way to unstick what's stuck, unblock what's blocked,
fix what needs fixing, and create what needs creating.
You just need to practice this way a bit, every day, to make it yours.
We're at a crossroads today, each of us, and all together. It has something to do with what we practice."~Michael Taylor
It matters in how you live your life! That true essence of self and being true to who you are. That love and support. That caring and receiving and giving. It matters in how you care for yourself and others, especially your greatest someones!
- To find that inspiration and motivation that drives you.
- To discover those loves and passions that give you ambition.
- To be an active and productive being.
- To achieve and be successful.
- To be happy and healthy whole, well beings.
- To living the simpler life.
I have learned that a good majority of things can be doable, changeable, fixable . . . Also, survivable! Creating and recreating. Changing and adapting. Transitioning and transforming. You are in charge to be who you are and to create (i.e. a life, happiness, health, etc.) and live for yourself!
Filling . . . (Photos by RSheridan)


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Wiley has come out with a NEW report. This comparison report is for those of you who would like to or already have taken the Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team profile. You are now able to run unlimited reports between two individuals based on the results of the Five Behaviors profile.
The Five Behaviors pyramid has five different levels: Trust, Conflict, Commitment, Accountability, and Results. Find out which level you and your coworker need to improve on to reach the top of the pyramid!


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ISL6398 Digital 6-Phase PWM Controller
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Hello, my name is Chance Dunlap. I'm with Intersil Corporation at APEC 2015. And today I'd like to show you our new ISL6398. This device is a six-phase PWM controller that is our hybrid digital solution for powering next generation ASICs and Cores. The device demonstrated here is using the ISL6398 to deliver 40A per phase. Now we have it set up with a three-phase configuration to deliver 120A to the output. So in this solution, as you can see in the scope behind it, we have active phase dropping. So depending on the load transient, the device will automatically add or shed phases to give you the maximum efficiency possible.
As a hybrid digital solution, this device is completely configured and monitored using our PowerNavigator GUI. So as you can see on the screen, the GUI is able to monitor the output voltage, input voltage, output current and temperature, and have all the set up parameters, such as output voltage and even compensation, set up and controlled through the GUI. So this one page as an example, within the GUI, we have selectable compensation. So you can tune an entire device and set up a type three compensation, choosing the different Rs and Cs all through the GUI, saving that to its internal memory. This speeds up your development time by not having to use a soldering iron for rework in the board, everything can be done through simple point and click of the GUI.


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Rhodes College, Master Plan 2010: A Plan for Enhanced Connections and Identity Memphis, Tennessee
Firm: Hanbury Evans Wright Vlattas + Company
Design team: Jane Cady Wright, AIA; S. Michael Evans, AIA; Richard G. Poole, AIA; Elizabeth S. Nemura, AIA; Wesley L. Page, AIA; Vanessa Phillips-Williams, Cathy Lester
Client: Rhodes College; William E. Troutt, President
Area: 100 acres
The goal of the Rhodes College master plan was to provide a plan that enhanced connections and identity at the college. This plan responds to the total community, the people, mission, philosophy and physical context. It represents the historical evolution of the campus plan, an analysis of campus spaces and recommendations for new building placement. Finally, it defines principles and concepts that will guide future opportunities.
The history of the college, its commitment to Collegiate Gothic architecture, and the existing space analysis provide a physical understanding of the total context, buildings, functions and open spaces, thus allowing the historical patterns of Rhodes and its references to inform planning for future development. This analysis informs the recommendations for accommodating future facilities and enhancements to the existing campus fabric. The recommendations build on the tradition and mission of Rhodes, creating physical responses that intentionally generate positive outcomes for people and place. This is accomplished by continually enhancing the functions, aesthetics and programs of the core campus, creating opportunities for faculty and student interaction. Ultimately, the plan provides a physical framework to reinforce the Rhodes belief that the best education results from living and learning environments that encourage social and academic interaction, close faculty and student relationships, and a strong and vibrant academic community.
The plan presents five key actions:
Situate the new library in a manner that invigorates the intellectual heart of the campus, transforms the existing open spaces between Briggs Students Center and The Bryan Campus Life Center, and creates a new academic and student-services quadrangle.
Enrich existing residential communities with new student housing in the core campus.
Enhance the Snowden Avenue entrance to provide a second campus entrance identity equal to the Phillips Lane entrance.
Enhance the pedestrian experience by eliminating parking and vehicular circulation from the campus core.
Enrich the Collegiate Gothic architecture of the campus through enhanced landscape and open spaces.
The plan encourages the college to see every change, no matter how small, as an opportunity to enhance the campus aesthetically, to further define and celebrate the sense of place, to honor its past, and to prepare for future generations of students.
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Ascent of Little Snake Hill on 2011-08-08
Michael Schwartz
Monday, August 8, 2011
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Successful Summit Attained
Little Snake Hill
USA-New Jersey
70 ft / 21 m
Ascent Trip Report
For a 70-foot hill, this one took a lot of work.
First of all, use the aerial photos to show the route, as the topo is badly out of date and virtually useless.
The only report I could find of an ascent was in the 1992 USGS benchmark recovery, which described a route from the present-day area of the massive Secaucus railroad transfer station. From the area of the station, Little Snake Hill is barely over 1/4 mile distant, but access is now totally blocked by the New Jersey Turnpike (high barrier fences, plus the suicidal requirement to cross the road on foot) and the Amtrak northeast corridor line.
Using the aerial photos, I found a route that worked nicely. From the NJ Turnpike, take exit 15X, follow the extremely long exit ramp, turn left at New County Road, and follow it over a mile into the Laurel Hill Park. See my report for Laurel Hill (aka Snake Hill), which is nicely combined with Little Snake Hill.
Once in the park, take the paved road all the way to parking on the left and right, just before the road is gated and signed for official vehicles only. I hiked the paved road continuation, passing a security guard who ignored me. The road circles around the west end of Laurel Hill, then turns SE, passing under the NJ Turnpike and Amtrak, paralleling an old railroad spur now used for storing excess freight cars. Hike 1/2 mile past the Amtrak overpass to a gravel road on the left. Hike that road north (large gate at the beginning which looks as if it may stay open full-time), pass the two rectangular areas shown on the aerials, and turn left onto the road shown passing the hill on its SSW side. The hill is completely surrounded by a stout fence, but about halfway along its side, look for a walk-in gate, number 16. (N40.75591 W74.07885). The gate has no provision for being locked, and is obviously intended to facilitate entry by foot.
I scrambled straight up the hill, through rocks and poison ivy, but if one keeps slightly right, there is a faint use path that offers easier access to the top. Follow your nose to the highest point, where I placed a small cairn. For extra credit, search for the USGS benchmark nearby. You'll see the rusting remnants of an ancient Coca-Cola sign near the BM location. I only found reference marker #1 and never found the BM. I did find a piece of sheet metal with three nails that penetrated the sole of my shoes and scratched my feet, so beware when walking near the site of the old sign.
Distance from parking to the hill is 1.5 miles.
The rectangular areas south of the hill are used by PSE & G for fly ash leaching(?)from their nearby power plant, so there is a fair amount of activity there. Otherwise, the area is very lonely once you leave the park. Pay attention to your surroundings.
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Pat is really getting fancy with this LONG AWAITED second episode of Hey, Shipwreck!
Funny episode Pat, I like the scene with the missiles in the background and going down the hallway…..getting pretty fancy with the graphics.
I am always forgetting my passwords too! grrr!
Interesting Fact: On our show Navy Wife Radio, ET1 Pat Hrabe, the creator of Hey, Shipwreck! holds the record for our most downloaded show.
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The New Retail Technology Paradigm: Edge Computing, Containers and Webscale DevOps
The traditional retail and hospitality technology environment is changing in response to the emerging requirements for cloud-based and web-based service-oriented architectures. Restaurants and retail stores are looking to harness these new technologies to create a more agile, reliable, and cost-effective technology environment. There is strong demand for new applications that focus on mobility, rich content, and customer engagement, while simultaneously maintaining strong security. Over the past decade, Reliant has become a leader in providing the infrastructure to meet this growing demand. Through virtualization, container orchestration, and a web-scale DevOps infrastructure, Reliant has developed a next-generation platform that helps restaurants and retail stores automate delivery and management of applications, networking, and security controls.
In this whitepaper, we explore the core technologies that have made Reliant Platform uniquely positioned to provide integrated, scalable solutions for today's leading retail and hospitality companies. Topics such as edge computing, containers, centralized configuration management, and IoT will be discussed as we take a closer look at the core technology stack of Reliant Platform. The paper will conclude with a brief set of recommendations for retail and hospitality companies that are looking to adopt these technologies into a workable strategy for automation management at the enterprise level.


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FAIRFIELD - Pam Tillis, one of country music's legendary ladies, brings her acoustic trio to the Sondheim Center for an intimate evening, at 7:30 p.m. Friday.
A Vocalist of the Year, Tillis has won two Grammys and three CMA awards. Six of her 14 top-five hits were No. 1 on the charts, with her first in 1990.
Tickets are $32 for Zone 1, $28 for Zone 2, $23 for Zone 3, and youth tickets are $12.
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14 The Hub-coworking spaces at 605, Venus Benecia, S.G. highway Ahmedabad is a co-working space/business center venture by Gravity Digital, a sole proprietorship firm owned by PRIYANKA RAMANI.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS of the business centre agreement between THE CLIENT and GRAVITY DIGITAL (Sole Proprietor – PRIYANKA RAMANI):
1. This Agreement
1.1 Nature of this agreement: This business centre agreement is a mere permission for the Client to use the Premises and other allowed facilities of the Centre. The whole of the Centre remains in GRAVITY DIGITAL'S possession and control. No tenancy or other, right title or interest and or possession whatsoever is created or intended to be created by this agreement in favour of the Client. Gravity Digital is giving the client the right to share with Gravity Digital the use of the Centre on these terms and conditions, so that Gravity Digital can provide services to the Client. The client agrees not to assign or sub-let or part with possession of the Premises or attempt transfer of this Agreement.
1.2 Duration: This agreement lasts for the period stated in it and then can be extended according to the client's demand subject to availability. The fees on any renewal will be at the then prevailing market rate, until and unless otherwise agreed by Gravity Digital in writing.
1.3 Term Commencement date of the agreement: The obligations as per this agreement will commence from the Term Commencement Date, and to clarify, these obligations are independent of actual occupation/ use of the premises by the Client or its representatives.
1.4 Confidentiality: The terms of this Agreement are confidential. Neither the Client nor Gravity Digital may disclose them without the other's consent unless required to do so by law or an official authority. This obligation continues after this Agreement ends.
1.5 Jurisdiction: Civil Courts of the city in which Gravity Digital is located shall have exclusive jurisdiction in the event any disputes or differences arise in respect of, out of, relating to and/ or touching this Agreement. This agreement is interpreted and enforced in accordance with the law of the place where the relevant Centre is located.
1.6 Costs: The Client must also pay all reasonable costs relating to this Agreement, including any legal costs whatsoever, stamp duty and any Bank charges payable by Gravity Digital in respect of the Fee and other amounts received by Gravity Digital from the Client pursuant to this Agreement. The Client must also pay any reasonable and proper costs including legal fees that Gravity Digital incurs in enforcing this Agreement.
1.7 Notices: All formal notices must be in writing and shall be deemed to have been served on the Client if delivered to the Premises or the client's registered email address with Gravity Digital.
1.8 Inspection and Maintenance: Gravity Digital may need to enter the Client's premises and may do so at any time. However, unless there is an emergency, Gravity Digital will attempt to notify the Client verbally or electronically in advance when Gravity Digital needs to access to carry out testing, repair or works other than routine inspection, cleaning and maintenance. Gravity Digital will also endeavour to respect reasonable security procedures to protect the confidentiality of client's business.
1.9 Taxes: The Client shall be liable to bear and promptly pay all Local and other Government taxes (as may be levied at present and/or which may be levied at any future date) in respect of the Monthly Fee and/or services (including but not limited to Service Tax and VAT). All amounts mentioned in this agreement as payable by the client to Gravity Digital, are exclusive of such taxes.
1.10 Insurance: It is the Client's responsibility to arrange insurance of its own property, which it brings in to the Centre and for its own liability to its employees and to third parties.
1.11 Head Lease
1.11.1 The Client acknowledges that Agreement is subject to the Head-lease / License under which Gravity Digital holds the Centre and the Client further acknowledges that it is aware of the provisions of the Head-lease / License and will observe and obey all the terms covenants and conditions contained in the Head-lease / License.
1.11.2 The parties agree that this Agreement is dependent and conditional upon the Head-lease/ License and that if the Head-lease / License is terminated for any reason, this Agreement shall also immediately terminate without prejudice to any antecedent rights.
1.12 Employees: If the Client or Gravity Digital, or any business of which the ownership or control is directly associated with the Client or Gravity Digital, employs other's staff, during the term of the agreement or within 6 months after termination of the agreement, the party thus employing, shall pay the other party the equivalent of six month's salary for any employee concerned. Nothing in this clause shall prevent either the Client or Gravity Digital from employing an individual who responds in good faith and independently to an advertisement, which is made to the public at large.
1.13 Identification Documents: The Client agrees to provide all documents, pertaining to the identification of the Company (mentioned in the agreement) and of the person (executing the agreement), as deemed relevant by Gravity Digital, for the purpose of verification of legitimate existence of the business. Client authorizes Gravity Digital to conduct verification of legitimate existence of Client's business and/ or standard business verification to execute the agreement.
2. Monthly Fees, Services' Fees and Payments:
2.1 Monthly Fee: The Monthly Fee, per month, shall be payable monthly in advance, on the first day of each and every month, to Gravity Digital; and in respect of any broken period a pro-rata adjustment shall be made.
2.2 Additional Variable Services: Gravity Digital may provide additional Services directly or through an affiliate. Such Services will be billed and payable at the same time to the concerned affiliate. For eg: If a client has arranged for his Tea/Coffee requirements with a local vendor, the client will maintain their own record for payment with these vendors. Gravity Digital will not be responsible for any payments towards any such services. Fees for other additional Services (some may have applicable tax) will be applicable in accordance with Gravity Digital's published rates, which may change from time to time.
2.3 Set-up fees: The Client will be charged an office set up fee per occupant and a connection set-up fee per connection requested from Gravity Digital.
2.4 Renewal: Gravity Digital is liable to change the rates of renting at any given point of time according to its resources and requirement. This will not apply to agreements that have already been approved and signed. Renewals will be subject to availability.
2.5 TDS: The Client shall be entitled to deduct tax at source (TDS) on the amounts paid towards Fee and services, in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act 1961 as applicable from time to time. The Client shall promptly and regularly furnish the tax deduction certificates in respect thereof to Gravity Digital. To clarify periodicity, the Client shall furnish the tax deduction certificates on a quarterly basis to Gravity Digital. Failure on the part of the Client to furnish the Certificate shall be considered to be a material breach of this Agreement on the part of the Client and shall entitle Gravity Digital to terminate this Agreement.
2.6 Invoices: Gravity Digital will send all, invoices printed and electronically (where allowed by law). Notification of invoices shall constitute a demand for payment.
2.7 Invoice disputes: In case of any dispute in any charges levied under "Standard Services" or "Additional Variable Services", the Client must notify Gravity Digital in writing of such disputed amount and the reasons for it within 7 days of the date of the invoice. The Client must pay the amount not in dispute by the due date or be subject to late fees. Gravity Digital and the Client will endeavor to resolve, by mutual discussion, the disputed portion of the charges for Services within one week of receiving a notice from the Client.
2.8 Late Payment: In any rare case of delay in making payment of the Monthly Fee or Services, the Client shall be liable to pay "default-interest" on the amount due at the rate of 5% per month. Declined Credit cards and dishonor of cheques, will attract a fee equivalent to INR 1,500. The Client shall bear all bank charges. Gravity Digital also reserves the right to withhold services (including for the avoidance of doubt, denying the Client access to its premises, where applicable) while there are any outstanding fees and/or interest or the Client is in breach of this Agreement.
3. Cancellations and Refund:
3.1 Any agreement, once made and signed cannot be cancelled at any cost. None of the money paid will be refunded for any time period – one, three or six months. In rare circumstances, the tenancy of 6 months can be shifted to another tenant provided that the current tenant is able to procure another tenant to whom his tenancy can be shifted. This will only happen when the reason for transfer is extreme and valid.
4. Use
4.1 The Client's name and address: The Client may only carry on that business in its name or some other name that Gravity Digital previously agrees. Should the Client choose to use the services, provided by Gravity Digital, for an additional company, an additional charge per month and per company name may apply.
4.2 Use of Centre Address: The Client may use the Centre address as its business address only. Any other uses are prohibited without Gravity Digital's prior written consent.
4.3 Installations in the Premises: The Client must not install any cabling, IT or telecom connections without Gravity Digital's prior written consent. As a condition to such consent, the Client must permit Gravity Digital to oversee any installations and to verify that such installations do not interfere with the use of premises by other Clients or Gravity Digital or any landlord of the building.
4.4 Alternations to the Premises: The Client shall not make any alterations or additions in the Premises without prior written consent of Gravity Digital.
4.5 Non-Compete Business: The Client must not carry on a business that directly or indirectly competes with Gravity Digital or any company affiliated with Gravity Digital.
4.6 Access: The Client will have access to the premises Monday – Saturday 10:00 hrs. to 19:00 hrs. Services and the facility of central air-conditioning and other similar facilities will not be available on Bank Holidays and Public Holidays.
4.7 The Client is required to disclose the number and names of persons who will work in the premises.
4.8 The Client agrees not to smoke in the office nor consume alcoholic beverages in the premises and/or elsewhere in the Centre or any part thereof.
4.9 The Client shall utilize, and shall ensure that its employees utilize, the equipment and facilities provided in the premises and in the Centre with due care and caution; the Client will be liable for all damage or destruction caused by it or its employees to the equipment and facilities provided in the Centre and in the premises in particular.


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Seni Thomas
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Guided by his passion and thirst to evolve the ad-scape, Seni developed The Ad-Vocate. The key to igniting change is empowerment through knowledge; thus, Seni sought to create a location where students and young professionals could be exposed to the cutting edge advertising/marketing ideas that educational institutions simply aren't providing.
Seni Thomas was born in Tokyo, Japan and lived throughout Southeast Asia before settling down on the island of Maui. After enduring a severe case of Island Fever he jumped ship to NYU's Stern School of Business in good old New York City studying Marketing and International Business. Professionally he is driven by an entrepreneurial spirit which led to him founding a web development and computer repair company at 14. After a quarter life crisis at 15 – after a summer working 40 hours a week at Boeing R&D on Maui – he decided to pursue his other passion of marketing – essentially the study of people and why these crazy creatures do what they do. Interesting stuff. Since then he has dabbled in everything from launching Alternate Reality Games, to ethnic fashion marketing, to aiding in the launch of Verizon's FiOS television service.
I am currently an employee of Kirshenbaum, Bond + Partners', media buying and planning arm, The Media Kitchen. Everything expressed on this blog is solely based upon my personal ideas and perceptions and do not reflect any official stances of The Media Kitchen.