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Protica Research - whey protein

2010-03-15T01:02:29-07:00

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Founded in 2001, Protica, Inc. (Protica Research) is a nutritional research firm specializing in the development of capsulized foods (dense nutrition in compact liquid and food forms). Protica manufactures Profect, IsoMetric, Pediagro, Fruitasia and more

Fashion Careers - Fashion Careers

2010-03-14T19:13:09-07:00

Fashion Careers College is a private postsecondary business school founded in 1979 to provide a college level education for students seeking a successful career in the fashion industry. Turn your dreams into reality today!

Purrfect Fire - I refuse your reality and substitude my own

2010-03-14T18:43:05-07:00

I am

* Annoying * Affectionate * Animal Lover * Ailien * Bossy * Bizarr * Besonders * Chaotic * Clumsy * Control Freak * Contradictorily * Creative* Dominant * European * Friend * Friendly * Gewaltgegner * Gentle Cuddle Cat * Humorvoll * In Need Of Attention * Impulsive * Illogical * Jealous * Kindisch * Long-Hair-Addict * Logical * Mega Bitch * Motorcycle Lover * Musician * Nasty * Not Human * Open Minded * Polite * PC addicted * Phantasievoll * Quierlig * Rock And Metal Lover * Lazy * Sarcastic * Spontaneous * Shy * Sword warrior * Tolerantly * Unsolved X-File * Verliebt * Work-O-Holic * Wilde Animal * X-rated * Young * zickig * nothing but me with all contradictions!

I am not

* Anmassend * Arrogant * All Grown Up * Boring * Berechnend * Burnproofe * Completely Crazy * Confident * Dishonest * Et’s Girlfriend * Excessively Peaceful * Excessive Rational * Friendly To Stupid People * Groupie * Girly * Gothic Singer!!! * Haesslich * Ignorant * Jester * Kompromisslos * Like Everybody Else * Langsam * Masochist * Numb * Negativ * Oma * Paitioned * Quitter * Rocket Scientist * Racist * Stupid * Simple * Sadist* Self-Confident * Terorist * Unfaithful * Voreingenommen * Weichei * X-belibig * Yuppy * Zurueckhaltend *

I want to be

* Adventurer * Center Of The Universe * Daughter of Steven Tyler, De Snyder und Alice Cooper * Exiting * Grandchild of Stadler & Waldorf * Irresistible * Liked * Loved * On The Road * Paid Journalist * Rock Star * Someone Important In Someone Else’s Life * I don’t want to be: * Alone * Schlager Fan * Shallow * Stupid * Tired * Using Public Toilets * Without A Goal in Life *

Why am I

* Different Theories * Someone Reads A Book And I Am The Main Character * Someone Told Me, The Universe Existed Only For Him And The Remains Of People Is Supposed To Existed Only As Backgroundstory * For sure I exist, because my parents have been bored one night * What I’m doing with my life … only the best I can… I try to gather as much experiances as possible with the goal to have no regretts at the end of my life journey.

Also one goal in life is to see as much of the world as possible.

The first thing(s) people usually notice about me

Good one… I will ask them next time?! Mostly I get compliments on my eyes….

I Like

* Arguing * Bathing * Brownies * Books* Bang-Your-Head * Cocktails * Create Things * Chaos * Cola Light * Dr. Pepper * Exotic Food * Frappe * Foam (Cappuccino and bathing) * Getting Lost * Furry Creatures * Flames * Fairytales And Myths * Greek Salad * Hair As Long As Possible * Honesty * Invitations * Internet * Improvising * Juice *Joking * Jelly Beans * Contact to Wired Individuals * Laptops * Language * My Animal Children * Medievalism * My House * Music (to make, listen, write about) * My Cabriole * Nightfall * Nature * Never Winter Night * Originality * Olives* Organizing * Photography (even though I suck) * PC Adventure Games * Paws * Pizza * Philosophieren * To Purr * Questionnaires * Reading * Rumalbern * Rocking * Restaurants * Strand * Sonnenblumen * Sheri S.Tepper * Sacred * Stephen King * Sea * Sunshine * Steven Tylers Syle * Sword fight * Spare Ribs * Traveling (specially with Bands on Tour) * Tool market * Tier nasen * Thinking * Tattoos with Story * Terry Pratchett * Umarmungen * Visitors * Vorspiel * Writing * Wahnsinn * Whishes * Wuscheln* Words * Ziegenkaesesalat Mit Honig *

I dislike

* Algebra * Allergies * Blowhard * Beard * Bush * Boredom * Bubbles (skin)* Backstabbing * Being Fat * Bicycling * Concrete * Cold * Cat Hair On Cloth * Cellulite * Cannabis Merchandise * Chauvinism * Diet * Dutch * Dummschwaetzer * Durst * Egoism, which goes to far * Entbehrung * Einfallslosigkeit * Fachidioten * Feminism * Fat * French Fries * Gynaecologist * Glatze * Gas * Gummibaerchen * Humans (sometimesl) * Hate* Herpes * Hormonschwankungen * Hitler * Idols The TV Show * Irritating Things * Insects * Jodeln * Jauche * Jasager * Kinder * Kuemmel * Loneliness * Lustmolche * Mustache * Marionettes * Nasty Habits * Nose Picking *Niedertraechtigkeit * Normality * Orange * Ohrwuermer * Orientierungslosigkeit * Press-Gang * Police Control * Praios’Frau * Quaelgeister * Quaelerei Hilfloser * Qualm * Rape * Rechtschreibung * Rerouting * Real Live Soaps * Rukes * Spiders * Schlaubereger * Soccer * Sauwetter * Traffic Jams * Thieves * Tussis * Tentacles For Dinner * Unflexibility * Verraeter * Vorurteile * Waiting * Whistling * Wally * X-times TV recurrences * Yoga * Yo-Yo Effect * Zahnarzt *

Music

I certainly have no favorite band. I just write the bands, that spin the most in my CD player or are in my concert agenda:

* Aerosmith * Alice Cooper * Angel Dust * Annihilator * Cornerstone * Corvus Corax * Chris Caffery * Death Angel (only Live)* Dream Theater (in certain moods) * David Bowie * Dio * D.A.D. * Edguy * Fates Warning * Hair Of The Dog * Helloween * Iron Maiden * Judas Priest * Journey * Jon Oliva’s Pain * Jorn Lande * Kiss * Kamelot * Kotipelto * Mecca * Masterplan * Overkill (only Live) * Pagans Mind * Pretty Maids * Queensryche * Queen * Savatage * Sebastian Bach * Subway To Sally * Twisted Sister * Threshold * T.Rex * The Sweet * Tanzwut * Toxic Virgin * Virgin Steele * Whitesnake * White Lion * etc.

Even not mentioned, I listen to much more than these bands, but it gives an indication.

Movies

* David Bowies Labyrinth * Dragonheart * Breaveheard * Horror genre in generall though lots is crap * Wayne’s World * Spinal Tab * Rockstar * Pretty Woman * let me think about it some more…

Television

* CSI * NCSI * House * Brainiac * Top Gear * Medium * Gost wisperer * let me think about it some more…

Books

I read everything besides biographies and politics. Here are some books I’ve read so far

and if you want to know what else I’ve read or what I am reading right now, visit my GoodReads Profile.

The six things I could never do without

* Music * Art & Books * Loved ones * Furry things * Adventure * Spontaneity*

I spend a lot of time thinking about …

I get accused to just think to much about nearly anything …

On a typical Friday night I am …

I am either on a girls night out, chatting with someone or doing crative stuff at home (graphic design, music, painting, gardening …)

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2010-03-14T14:48:20-07:00

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Julia Benson-Slaughter - Artistic Technogeek

2010-03-13T20:00:30-08:00

Lampwork glass artist, computer science professor, blogger, cat lover and rescue volunteer, technogeek, webmistress, bookbinder, beginning bellydance student, polymath, independent thinker.

Francisco José Contreras Márquez - Docteur du III Cicle en Prospective et Prevision

2010-03-13T09:43:40-08:00

Experticia en la investigación transdisciplinaria en la formulación de políticas públicas.

Manejo de la metodología de análisis de impacto regulatorio en la creación de instituciones públicas y organizaciones sin fines de lucro.

Habilidad y experiencia en el diseño de indicadores de gestión estratégica (derivados del contexto estratégico) y de indicadores de desempeño operacionales (Balanced Scorecard)

Amplio conocimiento en el diseño de sistemas de indicadores de desempeño y de control de gestión

Experiencia fundada en la capacidad profesional y en la aplicación empírica de enfoques prospectivos del pensamiento estratégico.

Experticia en el análisis de vulnerabilidad eco-energética de sistemas agro-pastoriles, en términos de flujos de energía fósil y fuentes renovables.

Experticia y creatividad para la formulación no convencional de mejora de procesos y de creación de valor (financiero, multivariante, social o privado).

Habilidades para la creación de dispositivos de consultoría, capacitación y difusión de conocimientos a través de tecnologías de información.

Aptitud y experticia en la aplicación de herramientas teóricas micro y macro en las perspectivas económicas y organizacionales de instituciones con o sin fines de lucro.

Excelente manejo de sistemas de simulación y evaluación prospectiva para la creación y sostenimiento de ventajas competitivas.

Experticia en la valoración de empresas de países emergentes.

Mei Melancon - Eleven One Productions

2010-03-13T23:57:57-08:00

Film and Television Actor, Writer and Producer.

Was a model with Wilhelmina for 6 years, began acting in 2003.

Founder / Producer @ Eleven One Productions

This is Mei Melancon's Production Company. Currently producing a series called "That's What She Said."

Professional Organizations:
Eleven One Productions, Authentic Talent Management, Mei Melancon Actor
Hobbies / Activities:
Surfing
Favorite Authors:
Ernest Hemingway, Saul Bellow, Leo Tolstoy
Favorite Books:
Wind Up Bird, War and Peace

David Becker - David Becker is a member of Fortuity LLC, a consulting and portfolio management company based in Great Neck, New York.

2010-03-12T12:11:46-08:00

As a Member of Fortuity LLC, David Becker utilizes his decades of experience in finance to craft analyses of financial markets, white papers, news articles and other documents; he also holds consulting engagements on hedging strategies, risk management products, and other topics. David Becker is a vital contributor to the Great Neck, New York-based consulting and portfolio management company, and his day-to-day responsibilities include the management of several million dollars in assets for a multi-strategy portfolio. Other highlights of David Becker’s successful career include his time as a Managing Director and Portfolio Manager at D.B. Zwirn & Co., where he managed $200 million in assets in strategies ranging from commodity arbitrage to calendar spreads and volatility trades. David Becker has also acted as a Portfolio Manager at Trivium Capital Management; a Managing Director and Global Head of the Citigroup Commodity Group; a Vice President at Citibank NA in the Trader Petroleum and Natural Gas Commodity Group; and a Vice President at Citibank International PLC in London. David Becker attended Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, earning his Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Early in his career, David Becker graduated from Morgan Stanley’s Information Technology Training Program.

Thomas Lyte - Thomas Lyte

2010-03-11T20:33:54-08:00

Thomas Lyte is a modern, ethical, English luxury goods brand with an obsession for fine craftsmanship. Working with the finest leather and silver, the collection is a mix of original and elegant quality accessories and luxury gifts.

Leslye Abrutyn - Superintendent at Penn-Delco School District

2010-03-11T14:59:10-08:00

With a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Temple University, Leslye Abrutyn served as Superintendent of Schools with the Penn-Delco School District from 1997 to 2007. For a decade, Abrutyn provided effective management within a multitude of operational levels. Overseeing educational curriculum and the district’s departments of technology, finance, HR, transportation, facilities, public relations, and community outreach, Leslye Abrutyn ensured compliance with state and federal mandates and policies while generating improvement and growth in all sectors. Keeping both the Penn-Delco School Board of Directors and the public apprised of the latest developments within the district, Superintendent of Schools Leslye Abrutyn appeared regularly on television and radio and produced community newsletters. Leslye Abrutyn also shared information through various seminars and special events. In addition to her role as Superintendent of Schools, Leslye Abrutyn served on community-based boards and committees. From 2006 to 2007, Leslye Abrutyn led the Women’s Caucus of the Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators as President. Leslye Abrutyn also served as an Executive Board member of the Standard and Poor’s School Evaluation Services from 1999 to 2002 and was a member of the Advisory Board for the Middle States Accreditation for Growth Commission on Secondary Schools, where she helped develop the Accreditation for Growth Process. Additionally, Leslye Abrutyn held membership in the Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development and the National Association of Secondary School Principals, as well as numerous state professional educational organizations. Leslye Abrutyn completed her undergraduate career at Boston University, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. Leslye Abrutyn later attended Temple University, where she received her Master of Education in Special Education, and later, her Doctorate in Educational Leadership.

Steven Blum - This is my Life

2010-03-11T13:36:08-08:00

I work at Cambridge Investments and Live in Fairfield Iowa and I'm just getting into the People Pond thing. I like to Meditate, play Tennis, Wallyball, Softball and ride a Kawasaki Vulcan 750

Shawn Schulze - class finders

2010-03-11T13:36:08-08:00

ClassFinders.com is a people search engine that returns profiles of high school alumni related web sites. Over 1 million high school alumni profiles are included in the people directory. You can search for anyone and find old friends.

magnus lundin - Konsult inom Social Media & Onlinemarknadsföring

2010-03-11T05:42:10-08:00

Started my career at the age of 12, founding a few of the largest websites in the area of filesharing in Sweden, and also later Global.

At the age of 15 I got assigned by acouple of middlesized companies in the US, after years of online-security management, to handle their problems approaching the millenium shift.

At TBS MediaAgency I was responsible of the Onlinemarketing for clients such as Betway.com, Visit Denmark, Etteplan AB, Academedia etc.

At Diino, I worked as the Global Onlinemarketing-Manager - Globally responsible for their entire online marketing process.

Working as the Chief Marketing Officer at Newsdesk AB, I had the responsibility for the international expansion and the entire marketing process.

I Currently run Gamsun-Media. An Consultancy Firm withing the Online Marketing area. Including Performance Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Webstrategy and Online business development.

Valentin Fernandez-Tubau - ARS Media

2010-03-13T10:30:41-08:00

Ars-Media provides services created or supervised by screenwriter, script doctor actor and psychologist Valentin Fernandez-Tubau , co founder of abcguionistas.com, the leading portal for Spanish speaking screenwriters, with over 60.000 members.

Peter Serrano - Entrepreneur and Investor, Family Man and Foodie

2010-03-10T23:19:35-08:00

Peter D Serrano is a leading entrepreneur and investor with specialty experience in real estate, commodities, and fundamental investing. Mr. Serrano has launched over a dozen companies in his career and has been involved in commodities and securities trading for several years. His entrepreneurial pursuits revolve around real estate and internet based businesses while his investments range from fundamental based securities trading to gold and silver investing. Mr. Serrano is a founding member of S3 Enterprises and also runs several well known websites: Investing In Tomorrow, Personal Finance Mastery, and Uncorked Recipes. "Good food, great wine, and excellent company" is Mr. Serrano's favorite saying highlighting one of his greatest passions - cooking, primarily Mediterranean cooking showcasing his Spanish and Basque ancestry. "I love fine dining" and "the meal is the centerpiece, the nexus that brings family, friends, and loved ones together. It should be filled with joy, warmth, and be a representation of pure joy and comfort." These are Mr. Serrano's bedrock principles that show the importance of family and tradition and the ancient hospitality tradition of "breaking bread" with one another. In support of these beliefs he and his wife, Darla Serrano - a fellow entrepreneur/investor - are heavily involved in charities that support families, people in need and feed the hungry. Mr. Serrano works diligently to raise the level of living of all those he comes into contact with by promoting capitalism and entrepreneurialism anchored on a solid foundation of financial education. It his core belief that a person who has proper financial education, the drive and the desire to succeed coupled with a positive and Faith based attitude can achieve anything.

If you would like to contact Mr. Serrano please email:

peter@peterdserrano.com

Check out my blog at

www.peterdserrano.com

Dennis McLaughlin - CEO @ Evolution Fuels

2010-03-10T19:38:42-08:00

In addition to supervising the growth and development of multimillion dollar firms, Dennis G. McLaughlin is an important figure in the Dallas community and an active supporter of his alma mater, the University of Oklahoma. Before launching his career as an energy company owner, Dennis G. McLaughlin attended the University of Oklahoma. While working full time as a Gas Marketing Representative for Clinton Natural Gas, and later as a Manager of Marketing and Transportation for Highland Energy, Dennis G. McLaughlin took classes at OU in economics and business. In May 1992, Dennis G. McLaughlin graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and went on to pursue a career in natural energy production. In 1999, Dennis G. McLaughlin was presented with an OU Regents Outstanding Alumni Award for his generosity to his alma mater and his accomplishments in the renewable energy industry. Throughout his career, Dennis G. McLaughlin has donated time and resources to worthy causes. Philanthropist Dennis G. McLaughlin has contributed to the Dr. David Feit Memorial Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting youth activities. In addition, Dennis G. McLaughlin is a donor of the University of Oklahoma’s Phi Gamma Delta chapter. Having run his own company, Aurora Natural Gas, LLC, for close to ten years, Dennis G. McLaughlin now heads other firms with interests in a variety of markets. Dennis G. McLaughlin currently serves as CEO of Evolution Fuels, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Evolution Resources, and Chairman of the Board of Southwest Resources, three companies operating within different arenas of the energy industry. In addition, Dennis G. McLaughlin chairs the Board of Directors for Big Star Media Group, LLC, an entertainment and music company. When not attending to his many corporate duties, Dennis G. McLaughlin is a sporting enthusiast and active outdoorsman who enjoys jogging, hunting, golfing, and playing basketball. Dennis G. McLaughlin is also an avid fan of OU sports teams.

Steven Bettinger - Steven Bettinger

2010-03-10T14:08:24-08:00

A Partner at Logan Equity Partners, Mr. Steven Bettinger focuses on marketing mortgage lending opportunities through hard money loans. Since hard money loans are backed by real estate assets and generally carry high interest rates, they are a relatively safe investment for Steven Bettinger’s clients. Logan Equity is an asset management company that finds alternative investment strategies with low volatility and also manages a hedge fund for which Steven Bettinger raises capital. Before coming to Logan Equity, Steven Bettinger enjoyed a successful career as an entrepreneur, having founded two companies, Tax Returns USA, an online tax preparation firm, and Cenuco, a next-generation wireless and data technologies developer. Dedicated to serving his community, Steven Bettinger is actively involved in a number of charities and service organizations. Steven Bettinger supports John’s Golf Course for the Disabled and Handicapped, a no-greens fees nine-hole golf course, and A Little Hope, a foundation organized to provide grief counseling and bereavement support for children and teens who have experienced the loss of a parent or loved one. In addition, Steven Bettinger contributes to efforts being made to find a cure for cystic fibrosis. A former Division 1 championship college lacrosse player, Steven Bettinger now coaches lacrosse to the children in his immediate community. Steven Bettinger earned a scholarship to attend Syracuse University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business. In addition to playing lacrosse while in college, Steven Bettinger was a member of the Zeta Psi fraternity and a part of the Orange Varsity Club. Currently, Steve Bettinger resides in Boca Raton, Florida. When he has time to relax, Steven Bettinger enjoys exercising outside through basketball, football, and lacrosse. Steven Bettinger lists James Patterson and John Grisham among his favorite authors.

Thomas Ruskin - President @ CMP Protective and Investigative Group, Inc.

2010-03-10T11:55:52-08:00

Thomas Ruskin is the President of CMP Protective and Investigative Group, Inc. Thomas Ruskin has held this position for over a decade, leading the firm into national prominence as the chief provider of security, protective, and investigative services. Before coming to work for CMP Group, Thomas Ruskin worked as a New York City police detective investigator. While employed by the New York Police Department, Ruskin rose through the ranks, developing a particular expertise in international and national investigations, including executive protection and event security. Thomas Ruskin obtained valuable training protecting dignitaries by the United States Secret Service, enabling him to be responsible for the safety of President Bill Clinton, Vice President Al Gore, and Mrs. Hillary Clinton. As a member of the NYPD, Thomas Ruskin was assigned to numerous divisions, including the Narcotics Division’s Special Projects Unit in the Organized Control Bureau, the Anti-Crime Squad, and the Burglary Latent Print Unit.

Having acquired a unique perspective on national and international security, Thomas Ruskin is a respected commentator on numerous news organizations, including NBC, CBS, ABC, CNN, SkyNews, the New York Times, and Fox News.

A resident of New York, Thomas Ruskin enjoys hobbies such as traveling, photography, and reading about history and politics. A number of nonprofit organizations, including the March of Dimes Foundation, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and the Pediatric Cancer Foundation, benefit from Thomas Ruskin’s generosity.

Sara Nelson - Creative Director at Sara Nelson Design, Ltd.

2010-03-09T22:32:32-08:00

Owner and Creative Director of a five-person Graphic Design and Marketing firm in the Tri-Cities, WA - Sara Nelson Design, Ltd. (http://saranelsondesign.com)

Sheri Katz - Budget Van

2010-03-09T20:31:37-08:00

Combining the highest quality service with the lowest possible prices, Budget Van Lines, one of the largest moving brokers in the United States, has helped thousands of customers save time and money on their full service moving needs.

Josh Gonze - Co-Portfolio Manager @ Thornburg Investment Management

2010-03-09T16:19:46-08:00

Josh Gonze has been a valued asset to Thornburg Investment Management since joining the firm in 1999 as a bond analyst and associate portfolio manager. In 2007 he was promoted to managing director and co-portfolio manager. He performs incisive analysis of economic and financial data, identifies attractive investments in the primary and secondary tax-exempt bond markets, and negotiates transactions with broker-dealers. Mr. Gonze's focus is interacting with Wall Street trade desks in a manner that promotes the interests of Thornburg bond investors. He has been interviewed by numerous newspapers and television networks on questions regarding municipal finance. Prior to assuming his current role, Josh Gonze garnered nearly a decade of experience in corporate finance in New York City. He worked in corporate lending at the Toronto-Dominion Bank, where he handled a broad variety of banking products including interest rate swaps, revolving bank lines, and letters of credit. He also spent five years at Standard & Poor's, where he specialized in assessing financial risk and writing credit reports on oil and gas companies. A member of the National Federation of Municipal Analysts and a contributor to the Investment Company Institute, Gonze remains a prominent and well-respected member of the investment community. Gonze is a graduate of Oberlin College, from where he holds a bachelor of arts in economics, and he received his MBA from New York University. He resides in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where he enjoys skiing, raising his two young children, and hobbies such as botany and gardening. He recently completed a book on 20th century Santa Fe history, which is scheduled for publication in late 2010.

Kyle McInnes - Director of Operations

2010-03-09T16:19:46-08:00

Kyle has been working with Smoke Labs for several years on and off. When not at Smoke Labs, Kyle was working in a variety of web and wireless based industries around the world. In 2007, Kyle did web consulting for the Foreign Trade Administration, while living in Jerusalem, Israel. In 2008, Kyle moved to Daejeon South Korea, to teach English and develop his writing skills. Kyle not only manages and publishes the majority of content on BlackBerryCool.com, he also does the lion's share of the dishes at the office.

Sam McGee - Yoga and beer enthusiast

2010-03-09T16:19:46-08:00

I am an engineer with directsattv.com and it is an amazing place. I love the atmosphere. Beer on the weekends with a little yoga is always nice. Family and friends are awesome. Good times all around.

Doug Arbogast - TGA TRAVEL

2010-03-09T16:19:46-08:00

TGA is committed to identifying, developing, promoting, and demonstrating travel and tourism that preserves the natural environment, provides direct benefits to local residents, and improves local economies. TGA works with federal, state, and local.

Thomas Jones - Direct Sat TV

2010-03-08T18:59:19-08:00

Ended up in North Carolina a few years back after working Vegas for some time. I love working for www.direcetsattv.com. I get to work with cool people that are all about having fun adn workign hard.

Barry Melnkovic - VP, HR Building Materials Group @ Owens Corning

2010-03-08T16:34:15-08:00

Barry Melnkovic, SHPR successfully achieved four executive positions in human resources at Owens Corning, an international force in the building materials and composites sector. A former VP in Owens Cornings’ Insulation Systems Business, Construction Services, and Global Talent Management and Organizational Effectiveness, Barry Melnkovic possesses an incredible record of thought leadership, change management, and execution. Barry Melnkovic’s feats include the SGA and Period Cost-Reduction Initiative, the World-Class Talent Success Review Process, and Global Succession/Talent Management Strategic Plan. Prior to his time at Owens Corning, Barry Melnkovic was Vice President, Human Resources at Holland America Line in Seattle, a premier cruise line employing 17,000 people. Barry Melnkovic spearheaded the company’s global corporate HR organization; his achievements included the securing of rare, multiyear labor contracts with international maritime unions, improving productivity and reducing cost. Earlier in his career, Barry Melnkovic acted as Vice President, Human Resources at Lilly Industries, Inc. For four years, Barry Melnkovic accumulated accomplishments that would eventually lead to his selection as one of the company’s top five most valuable executives. In addition, Barry Melnkovic is the former Director of Staff Services at PPG Industries, Inc., where he was celebrated as the “Father of PPG’s Ergonomic Process” for his comprehensive insight into enhancing productivity, competitive edge, quality, and safety. Barry Melnkovic attended the University of Pittsburgh as an undergraduate and holds a Master’s degree in Human Resources from Rutgers University in New Jersey.

Cody Collier - Chief Executive Officer

2010-03-08T13:46:41-08:00

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Loretta Bianchi - CEO @ Desteco

2010-03-08T13:46:41-08:00

As Chief Executive Officer of Desteco, Loretta Bianchi is helping Swiss companies compete aggressively on the world market. Desteco is a consulting firm that provides fiscal and commercial consultancy services to Swiss Italian companies conducting international activities and trade. With Loretta Bianchi at the helm, Desteco offers specific analysis and advice to small and medium-sized companies. Loretta Bianchi is bringing Swiss Italian enterprises to the forefront of the world market by improving their commercial opportunities and reducing excess costs. Loretta Bianchi understands the burden of shipping expenses for small and medium companies and the potential hindrance it can create to compete with international trade. Under the leadership of Loretta Bianchi, Desteco established Divisione Analisi Trasporti (DAT), a consultancy structure that aids companies in reducing shipping costs by running specific analysis operations to determine the effectiveness of the company’s current mode of transportation and shipping. With Loretta Bianchi directing the company, Desteco has become a world model for equitable treatment of its employees. Loretta Bianchi won the “Prix Égalité” in the division for small and medium-sized companies. Desteco is a member of the Swiss Venture Club, a like-minded platform for companies and individuals in all fields to share ideas and knowledge in order to advance industry in and the economy of Switzerland. Loretta Bianchi is committed to maintaining and implementing a high business ethic and corporate responsibility. Bianchi founded and heads the Loretta Bianchi Project, which raises funds for children in need in Ghana.

Christopher Lemaich - Business Specialist

2010-03-08T10:28:41-08:00

Diligent and detail-oriented, Christopher Lemaich has built a strong track record as a senior-level account manager in the finance and telecommunications sectors. Over the years, Christopher Lemaich has honed his ability to make effective cold calls and work with both suppliers and consumers to drive up sales. Highlights of Christopher Lemaich’s many accomplishments in his field include the nationwide direct sales record he set as a Sales Manager at @Link Networks. Christopher Lemaich has also been ranked in the highest sales percentiles at Allegiance Telecom, Inc., where he was a Major Account Manager, and at Joseph Roberts and Company, where he was a Stock Broker for three years at the beginning of his career. Presently, Christopher Lemaich is a Supplier Account Manager at AOTMP, the operating arm of industry leader Evotem, LLC. Christopher Lemaich focuses on the sale of training certifications to telecommunications professionals, and he is both a valued member of his team and an individual standout performer. Christopher Lemaich continues to post quota-beating results and employ effective sales techniques. Christopher Lemaich’s personal background also reflects his commitment to achievement. While a student at Taravella High School in Coral Springs, Florida, Christopher Lemaich was an all-district basketball player and his team’s leading scorer. For his undergraduate studies, Christopher Lemaich attended the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. Now residing in Carmel, Indiana, Christopher Lemaich belongs to the Serbian National Federation. Christopher Lemaich holds Series 7 and 63 certifications as well as an Indiana Producer’s Insurance License.

Willie Moffett - Socialtreehouse.com - Top Social Networking Website 2010

2010-03-08T05:09:17-08:00

Social Networking, a powerful tool for making connections, has entered both personal and professional life of browsers. An online community or group is referred to as social network. This network is helping people to come together to spend their free time either sharing their thoughts, interests and so on. These networks are so user friendly and interactive that people with similar interests are easily connected. Social community acts as a platform to share your views. Whether you want to meet a friend or looking for a date, social network is always helpful. These days, social communities are also gaining professional usage. Whether you are looking for a business, a new client or want to market yourself, it helps in all ways as they act like a catalyst to steer your goals.

Social network has many features that help you access and upload different things on the net. You can post your profile, upload your photos, and send messages, post comments, share your professional details as well as details of your personal life. You can even see other’s profile and can share yours as well providing the details of your life, such as where you live, work and so on. As these networks are wide spread and possess high level of interactivity, you can reach a vast audience and beneficial to both your personal and professional life.

Using social networks is a trend now a day and people are on Facebook, Twitter, SocialTreehouse.com, linked-In and many other social communities. These communities help you keep in touch with your family, friends and peers. You can set your status on Facebook, share your photos on Orkut, tweet on twitter, send your reviews or ask about an event on SocialTreehouse.com and many other amusing things on these communities.

They help not only publish your personal lifestyle but also help you market your profession and gain business. Hundreds of people go through your profile, read your views, comment on your posts and can even seek for your professional help. Therefore, it becomes important for both your professional and personal life that every post, comment or tweet you do on social networking site can help you in your professional life.

Therefore, social networking is not just an online community but also a podium to enjoy your both professional and personal life through self-marketing.