ALPFA's Annual National Convention In Las Vegas, Aug. 11 - 16, Focuses On Building Latino Business Leaders At Crucial ...

LOS ANGELES, July 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- For the past 40 years, ALPFA, the premier business organization for expanding opportunities for Latino leadership in the global marketplace, has opened doors for thousands of Latino professionals through rich programs and activities.

During these tough economic times and in a state with an ever increasing Hispanic influence, ALPFA continues to pave the way at its largest event of the year -- the 40th Annual National Convention themed Shining the Light on 40 Years of Latino Leadership scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 11 through Thursday, Aug.16, at the world famous Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada.

ALPFA's Annual Convention is one of the most powerful events in the Latino business community. The four-day conference attracts about 3,000 Hispanic entrepreneurs, corporate executives, procurement and supplier-diversity professionals from the private and public sectors, as well as college students from across the country.  Given the opportunity to connect with top Latino leaders and young talent, every major financial institution in the country has a presence at the event.

As part of its ongoing commitment to opening doors for all Latinos, this year ALPFA is inviting military service veterans to attend the Career Fair and University Expo on Wednesday, Aug. 15 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for free. The day will also feature an exclusive panel discussion, "Military to Corporate --Tips for a Successful Transition," and the annual Leadership Luncheon.  U.S. veterans can register online at www.ALPFA.org or onsite on Aug. 15 for a day pass to the career fair by showing their military identification.

"Corporations recognize the leadership skills Veterans bring to the table and we want to ensure that our Latino Veterans are connected to these opportunities. As ALPFA works to build Latino leaders, we want to support Veterans to transition from leadership in the military to leaders in the corporate community," said Manuel Espinoza, ALPFA CEO.

At the Career Fair, nearly 100 companies, including lead sponsor Deloitte, from retail, banking, technologies, pharmaceuticals, financial services, and professional services are looking for talented, motivated and dynamic individuals.

"The fact that our Career Fair is completely booked shows that we have corporate partners who are serious about hiring cream-of-the-crop Latino candidates.  ALPFA continues to address the tough challenges facing our country today and what we can do together for the future," added Espinoza.

Attendees will learn from the best industry leaders as they engage in professional development workshops, networking opportunities, and the popular product pavilion. Highlights of this year's 40th Annual National Convention include:

Women of ALPFA Luncheon – Monday, August 13, Noon to 2 p.m.
A special highlight this year is the 10 year anniversary of the Women of ALPFA as it celebrates empowering women's leadership and honors the CEO of Girl Scouts Anna Maria Chavez with its first Latina Excellence Award.

Career Fair & University Expo -- Wednesday, August 15, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
During the Career Fair and University Expo, ALPFA will host an exclusive panel discussion for Latino Veterans from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

ALPFA Awards Gala – Wednesday, August 15, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Sponsored by Deloitte, the ALPFA Awards Gala promises to be the biggest celebration of the year. ALPFA will honor outstanding individuals as well as give a sneak peak to what is in store for 2013. Keynote speaker for the gala will be Maritza Montiel, Vice Chairman and Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Deloitte LLP.

Since 1972 ALPFA has been the organization dedicated to creating successful Latino business leaders. ALPFA provides quality programs and access to decision makers. We create opportunities; add value and build relationships for our members and corporate partners. Today, ALPFA is a national organization with more than 19,000 professional and student members.

Visit www.ALPFA.org to register for the 40th Annual Convention and learn more about ALPFA's success in building Latino business leaders and Latino success stories.

Tweet this story: #Latino business leaders ready to shine the light as bright as the #LasVegas sky @ALPFA Conference, Aug. 11 -16. [www.alpfa.org] #ALPFA

ABOUT ALPFA

Established in Los Angeles in 1972, ALPFA is the first national Latino professional association created in the United States and is the proud successor of the AAHCPA. ALPFA provides members the foundation to advance Latino leadership through access to opportunities and the individuals that can impact them throughout their careers. Today, with more than 19,000 members, including CEOs, CFOs and board members, through 40 professional chapters and 100 student chapters in campuses around the nation, the organization has the largest member base and footprint among professional associations for Latinos.

For more information on ALPFA, or to become a member visit: www.alpfa.org

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Braskem strengthens coordination with business leaders at Rio+20

PHILADELPHIA, June 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Braskem, a Brazilian-based company that is the world's largest producer of polymers made from renewable resources, is making effective and concrete contributions to Rio+20. The largest petrochemical producer in the Americas, Braskem is supporting some of the most important events at the conference and is also demonstrating technologies that foster innovation and sustainable development. Braskem is also an official supplier of support materials to the UN conference, all of which are made from its Green Plastic.

Braskem's participation in this UN global conference on sustainable development is aligned with its 2020 Vision, through which the company aspires to become the world leader in sustainable chemicals. Braskem works to advance this leadership through regular investments in technology and innovation to ensure that it better serves society.

According to Jorge Soto, sustainable development director at Braskem, the theme of the green economy that will be at the center of discussions at Rio+20 shows that companies are no longer seen as merely the cause of environmental degradation, but are now recognized as part of the solution to these issues. This inclusion of economic and social aspects in the concept of sustainability also shows how thinking on this issue has matured.

"Achieving a green economy is impossible if the business community is not involved. At Braskem, we are constantly evolving on this front and believe that participation in business forums where these practices are discussed and shared is an excellent way to continue moving forward," he said.

Soto, who is a member of the Brazilian Committee of the Global Compact, the Brazilian Business Council for Sustainable Development and Business Action for Sustainable Development (a coalition of leading international business groups created specifically for Rio+20), said that all companies should ask how they can help advance sustainable development through their own business. "The answer to this question encourages reflection and actions that can create new business opportunities, whether in the form of lower costs, an expanded product portfolio or a larger relationship network, while also improving economic, environmental and social performance," noted Soto.

Braskem will serve as an official supplier of materials to Rio+20. The company will make available to event organizers 50,000 water bottles made from Green Plastic, which is manufactured using raw materials obtained 100% from renewable resources. Braskem will also supply 50,000 tote bags and 600 containers made from green polyethylene.

Activities sponsored by Braskem at Rio+20 include:

Science and technology

Braskem will participate in the exposition entitled "Innovation for Sustainable Development," organized between June 15 and 21 by FINEP, a research and project finance mechanism linked to the Ministry of Science and Technology. FINEP works to promote economic and social development in Brazil by providing government support for Science, Technology and Innovation at companies, universities, technological institutions as well as other government and private institutions.

Recycling plant

In partnership with Cetrel, its environmental engineering arm, Braskem will install at the conference a functioning recycling plant that will transform plastic waste into furniture made from plastic wood. The recycling plant will be in operation from June 12 to 23 at Athletes Park (Parque dos Atletas), which is one of the focal points of the United Nations conference.

Those participating in the event will learn all about how plastic wood furniture is made, which looks very similar to furniture made from rustic wood. The waste products will be transformed into benches, planting boxes and waste containers. The initiative seeks to show new ways of how plastic can be used to create a new post-consumer cycle for this material.

Braskem will also sponsor some of the more notable events leading up to Rio+20:

CNI - Meeting of Industry for Sustainability, June 14

The event consists of a set of actions being coordinated by the National Manufacturers' Confederation (CNI) to debate the themes on the Rio+20 agenda in order to mobilize Brazil's industrial sector. At Rio+20, CNI will present its position on the issues being discussed and the advances achieved over the last 20 years in various industrial sectors on the path towards sustainable development.

Global Compact Corporate Sustainability Forum, June 15 - 18

The NGO Global Compact is holding various workshops and thematic sessions linked to the Rio+20 agenda to strengthen the contribution made by companies to sustainable development.

UFRJ / Coppe – The Future is Sustainable, June 18 - 22

This event will showcase the contributions made by the engineering sciences that help build a future that is more sustainable and equitable. The event will feature panels, plenary sessions, lectures, a talk show and expositions. It will also present the technologies, projects and solutions developed by COPPE (an engineering graduate school and research institute) and its partner institutions that contribute to sustainable development and poverty eradication.

BASD Business Day, June 19

Organized by the Business Action for Sustainable Development (BASD), which is formed by three large international business networks, BASD Business Day will bring together CEOs and other senior executives from large conglomerates to participate in a high-level panel. One of the themes will be creating a bridge between business leaders and policymakers to promote interaction. Representatives from NGOs and government will also participate in the event.

Braskem is the Americas' top thermoplastic resins producer. With 35 industrial plants spread across Brazil, the United States and Germany, the company produces over 35 billion pounds of thermoplastic resins and other petrochemicals per year. Braskem is the world's leading biopolymers producer with its 440 million pound Green PE plant that produces polyethylene from sugarcane-based ethanol.

Braskem America is a leading producer of polypropylene in the U.S. Headquartered in Philadelphia, the company operates five production facilities located in Texas, Pennsylvania and West Virginia, and a Technology and Innovation Center in Pittsburgh. Braskem America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Braskem S.A. For more information about Braskem and its products, visit www.braskem.com.

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Tierney
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kbitting@tierneyagency.com                                                                                                       

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Travelers Institute and Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Co-Host Forum with Kansas City’s Top Small Business Leaders - Yahoo Finance

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East Anglia: Business leaders urged to grasp export opportunities

From left, Paul Brown, senior audit manager at Grant Thornton UK LLP, Clare Stanley, senior international commercial manager at HSBC, and Martin Keepfer, yeam manager, UK Trade & Investment

By Duncan Brodie Sunday, May 6, 2012
6:00 AM

SENIOR business leaders from across East Anglia gathered to discuss growth opportunities overseas and whether the UK is in fact in the grips of a double dip recession at an event jointly hosted by business advisers Grant Thornton, banking group HSBC Bank and UK Trade and Investment (UKTI).

According to the latest official figures on Gross Domestic Product (GDP) the UK economy has returned to recession after shrinking by 0.2% in the first three months of 2012.

However, Mark Beresford-Smith, head of economics at HSBC, told guests at the “Global Markets” event, held at the Radisson Blu Hotel at Stansted Airport. that one set of figures may not represent the true picture over the coming months and that it is more likely the UK economy is “flat lining”.

Mr Beresford-Smith also commented on the impact negative media headlines about the economy were having on business confidence and that, due to the paying down of debt, both personal and national, demand is not being stimulated.

With the depressed UK economy in mind, guests were offered advice on finding and maximising new opportunities for overseas expansion, particularly in emerging markets, by Grant Thornton and UKTI.

Paul Brown, senior audit manager at Grant Thornton East Anglia, who co-hosted the event, said: “With the historic major markets of the US and Europe stalling, many firms are now more actively looking to develop other markets including China, Africa and India.

“According to our latest research on international expansion, just under half of the privately owned firms polled said their overseas growth was opportunistic rather than strategic.

“However, of those that did strategically plan expansion, their average profit before tax margin was 10% over two years as opposed to a 6% margin for those that were opportunistic.

“Profits also grew more quickly – 176% per annum over two years compared with 59% – proving that with the right strategy in place, overseas expansion can be a profitable option for UK businesses,” he added.

Guests also heared from Bob Nicolson, managing director of Cambridge-based technology company Aquasium Technology Ltd, who shared his experiences of opening up new markets abroad and overcoming the challenges this brings.

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Analysts, IT Industry Experts, and Business Leaders Scheduled to Meet at CentriLogic’s … - YAHOO!

Official launch and ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate Centrilogic's growth with its newest datacenter located in downtown Toronto.

Toronto, Ontario (PRWEB) May 03, 2012

What: CentriLogic will be hosting the official grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for its new downtown Toronto data center on the morning of Thursday, May 17, 2012. Attendees will be given the opportunity to learn from industry analysts, fellow IT decision makers, and CentriLogic staff about the current trends influencing IT and Business. Networking opportunities and private tours of the new data center will also be available to guests.

Who: CentriLogic is a trusted provider of international hybrid hosting, cloud computing, co-location, and managed data center solutions for organizations that gain advantage by outsourcing their hosting requirements. With the addition of this new facility, CentriLogic is able to offer its entire range of comprehensive solutions in the highly coveted and in-demand downtown Toronto region.

Topics Covered:

Who Should Attend: IT Decision Makers, CIOs, CTOs, IT Managers, VPs, CEOs, Business Leaders, Analysts, IT Press, IT Industry Directors.

Speakers:

Robert Offley – President & CEO at CentriLogic.

Davin Juusola – Vice President, Research & Development at Info-Tech Research Group

Atif Ahmad – Vice President, Information Technology at Wind Mobile

When: Thursday, May 17, 2012. 7:30am-9:30am.

Where:

CentriLogic’s Toronto Headquarters

55 York Street, Toronto, ON

Suite 300

M5J 1E3

Tickets: Free. Breakfast Included.

RSVP HERE: http://bit.ly/I5JC9d

(Tickets are limited and will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis)

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JPMorgan Chase and Brookings Convene Leaders in Columbus to Discuss Ohio’s Global Business Opportunities - Yahoo Finance

Thu, May 3, 2012, 8:11 AM EDT - U.S. Markets open in 1 hr 19 mins

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President of Ghana Joins BCIU and Business Leaders in New York to Discuss Investment Opportunities

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April 25 forum allows business community to explore opportunities in Ghana with leader of one of world's fastest growing economies; trade mission to Ghana planned

NEW YORK, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU), a White House initiative founded by President Dwight D. Eisenhower for senior business executives to interact with heads of state/government, cabinet ministers and senior government officials, today announced the successful completion of a forum in New York City with His Excellency John Evans Atta Mills, President of The Republic of Ghana, and 25 business leaders from across the world. Sponsored by United States Pharmacopeia and Eni S.p.A., the BCIU forum provided a platform for President Mills to outline the strategic opportunities for investment in Ghana while also addressing the fundamental economic pillars fueling Ghana's fast growing economy. Business participants similarly outlined strategic opportunities for their companies and industries, while also engaging in a dialogue with the President on investment opportunities.

"We as a government are committed to creating the necessary environment to ensure that investors have good returns on their investments," said President Mills at the forum. "Now that Ghana's economy has been described as the fastest growing economy in the world, and at a time oil has been struck, let me be quick to say that it is our determination to ensure that this God-given resource becomes a blessing and not a curse. We want to make sure that you have a credible judicial system, you have the kind of labor which will respond to the needs of the business, that you have a system which will respond to the very needs of investors."

President Mills affirmed Ghana's commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and respect for the judicial system, outlining their significance in fostering economic growth, return on investment and job creation.

"We appreciated the President's unscripted fluency on economic priorities for Ghana and his comfort level in speaking directly and frankly with our members and international investors," said Peter Tichansky, President and CEO of BCIU. "The interest in accessing Ghanaian market across major industries - and Africa through the Ghanaian gateway - were consistent themes expressed by businesses attending the forum."

As a result of this and a previous visit by the President with the business community in New York, BCIU today announced it is organizing a trade mission to Ghana later in the year with member companies interested in further exploration of opportunities.

"As one of the largest investors in the Ghanaian oil industry from exploration to production, midstream, and power, we were thrilled to support this outstanding forum with President of Ghana," said Enzo Viscusi, Group Senior Vice President and Representative for the Americas, Eni.S.p.A. "Ghana's commitment to democracy, rule of law and sound investment protection principles has made our experience in the country very rewarding and is one we look to build upon without reservation. President Mills' administration has shown tremendous discipline and leadership, which bodes well not only for Ghana but also for the entire continent."

"While the expansion of the oil and other major industrial industries in Ghana is clearly a major priority, we are very pleased that this administration is also focused on ensuring a thriving healthcare and pharmaceutical industry," said Brian Hendrix, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, the U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP). "As a result of this commitment and the stability and economic viability of Ghana, we have announced plans to create the USP-Sub-Saharan Africa Center for Pharmaceutical Advancement and Training (CePAT) in Accra to serve sub-Sahara Africa as an integrated platform for training, education, consulting and laboratory capabilities. From Accra, we will offer a systematic approach to the quality control of medicines in sub-Saharan Africa."

"We believe Ghana offers terrific opportunities for growth and business development," said Ed DiSanto, General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer, American Tower. "As such, in December 2010 we entered into a joint venture with Africa's largest mobile operator, MTN Group Limited (MTN) and launched our operations in Ghana. TowerCo Ghana currently owns and operates nearly 1,900 wireless communication tower sites and plans to develop several hundred new towers over the next several years. We are pleased with the performance of our investment, and our team of 84 Ghanaians, and indirectly hundreds of others via our vendor relationships, are doing a great job."

"Not only are international firms interested in Ghana, but Ghanaian entrepreneurs are also investing heavily," said Humphrey Ayim - Darke, Chairman, Greater Accra Chapter, Association of Ghana Industries. "We are rapidly building our own companies, expertise and resources to serve our fast growing markets and taking advantage of our well-educated, hard working and expanding middle class. We were delighted to participate in this strategic dialogue with international investors and are eager to make it clear that U.S. companies can find outstanding local partners in Ghana."

"The Ghanaian agriculture sector, while not as high profile as oil, is nonetheless one of the most promising in the world thanks to President Mills' and past administrations' policies," said Steven Wallace, Founder and President, The Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company. "To this day, European and American chocolatiers buy cocoa beans from Ghana and export them to their chocolate factories throughout the world where the famed Ghanaian beans are transformed into some of the world's most delicious and expensive chocolate. Now, for the first time, The Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company, which is headquartered in the U.S., is producing world class chocolate entirely in Ghana and uniquely preserving all the best attributes of the finest cocoa beans in the world."

About BCIU

Since its inception in 1955 as a White House initiative under President Eisenhower, the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) has been a neutral, results-oriented partner, facilitating dialogue and alliances between world businesses and political leaders. With members from more than 150 world-leading companies, BCIU provides an ongoing forum for senior business executives to interact with heads of state/government, cabinet ministers and senior government officials. For more information, visit www.bciu.org.

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JPMorgan Chase and Brookings Convene Leaders in Columbus to Discuss Ohio’s Global Business Opportunities

Tue, May 1, 2012, 10:44 AM EDT - U.S. Markets close in 5 hrs 16 mins

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President of Ghana Joins BCIU and Business Leaders in New York to Discuss Investment Opportunities

April 25 forum allows business community to explore opportunities in Ghana with leader of one of world's fastest growing economies; trade mission to Ghana planned

NEW YORK, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU), a White House initiative founded by President Dwight D. Eisenhower for senior business executives to interact with heads of state/government, cabinet ministers and senior government officials, today announced the successful completion of a forum in New York City with His Excellency John Evans Atta Mills, President of The Republic of Ghana, and 25 business leaders from across the world. Sponsored by United States Pharmacopeia and Eni S.p.A., the BCIU forum provided a platform for President Mills to outline the strategic opportunities for investment in Ghana while also addressing the fundamental economic pillars fueling Ghana's fast growing economy. Business participants similarly outlined strategic opportunities for their companies and industries, while also engaging in a dialogue with the President on investment opportunities.

"We as a government are committed to creating the necessary environment to ensure that investors have good returns on their investments," said President Mills at the forum. "Now that Ghana's economy has been described as the fastest growing economy in the world, and at a time oil has been struck, let me be quick to say that it is our determination to ensure that this God-given resource becomes a blessing and not a curse. We want to make sure that you have a credible judicial system, you have the kind of labor which will respond to the needs of the business, that you have a system which will respond to the very needs of investors."

President Mills affirmed Ghana's commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and respect for the judicial system, outlining their significance in fostering economic growth, return on investment and job creation.

"We appreciated the President's unscripted fluency on economic priorities for Ghana and his comfort level in speaking directly and frankly with our members and international investors," said Peter Tichansky, President and CEO of BCIU. "The interest in accessing Ghanaian market across major industries – and Africa through the Ghanaian gateway – were consistent themes expressed by businesses attending the forum."

As a result of this and a previous visit by the President with the business community in New York, BCIU today announced it is organizing a trade mission to Ghana later in the year with member companies interested in further exploration of opportunities.

"As one of the largest investors in the Ghanaian oil industry from exploration to production, midstream, and power, we were thrilled to support this outstanding forum with President of Ghana," said Enzo Viscusi, Group Senior Vice President and Representative for the Americas, Eni.S.p.A. "Ghana's commitment to democracy, rule of law and sound investment protection principles has made our experience in the country very rewarding and is one we look to build upon without reservation. President Mills' administration has shown tremendous discipline and leadership, which bodes well not only for Ghana but also for the entire continent."

"While the expansion of the oil and other major industrial industries in Ghana is clearly a major priority, we are very pleased that this administration is also focused on ensuring a thriving healthcare and pharmaceutical industry," said Brian Hendrix, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, the U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP). "As a result of this commitment and the stability and economic viability of Ghana, we have announced plans to create the USP-Sub-Saharan Africa Center for Pharmaceutical Advancement and Training (CePAT) in Accra to serve sub-Sahara Africa as an integrated platform for training, education, consulting and laboratory capabilities. From Accra, we will offer a systematic approach to the quality control of medicines in sub-Saharan Africa."

"We believe Ghana offers terrific opportunities for growth and business development," said Ed DiSanto, General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer, American Tower. "As such, in December 2010 we entered into a joint venture with Africa's largest mobile operator, MTN Group Limited (MTN) and launched our operations in Ghana. TowerCo Ghana currently owns and operates nearly 1,900 wireless communication tower sites and plans to develop several hundred new towers over the next several years. We are pleased with the performance of our investment, and our team of 84 Ghanaians, and indirectly hundreds of others via our vendor relationships, are doing a great job."

"Not only are international firms interested in Ghana, but Ghanaian entrepreneurs are also investing heavily," said Humphrey Ayim – Darke, Chairman, Greater Accra Chapter, Association of Ghana Industries. "We are rapidly building our own companies, expertise and resources to serve our fast growing markets and taking advantage of our well-educated, hard working and expanding middle class. We were delighted to participate in this strategic dialogue with international investors and are eager to make it clear that U.S. companies can find outstanding local partners in Ghana."

"The Ghanaian agriculture sector, while not as high profile as oil, is nonetheless one of the most promising in the world thanks to President Mills' and past administrations' policies," said Steven Wallace, Founder and President, The Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company. "To this day, European and American chocolatiers buy cocoa beans from Ghana and export them to their chocolate factories throughout the world where the famed Ghanaian beans are transformed into some of the world's most delicious and expensive chocolate. Now, for the first time, The Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company, which is headquartered in the U.S., is producing world class chocolate entirely in Ghana and uniquely preserving all the best attributes of the finest cocoa beans in the world."

About BCIU
Since its inception in 1955 as a White House initiative under President Eisenhower, the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) has been a neutral, results-oriented partner, facilitating dialogue and alliances between world businesses and political leaders. With members from more than 150 world-leading companies, BCIU provides an ongoing forum for senior business executives to interact with heads of state/government, cabinet ministers and senior government officials. For more information, visit www.bciu.org.

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PostNet Joins DECA to Connect With Next Generation of Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs

DENVER, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- To help prepare students for the challenges and opportunities associated with small-business ownership, PostNet, America's first Neighborhood Business Center, has strategically partnered with DECA, the international organization dedicated to preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management.

Through the partnership, nearly 400 PostNet franchise locations across the US will have the opportunity to work with DECA's local chapters to develop a curriculum to educate high school and college students about what it takes to succeed in an entrepreneurial endeavor, particularly in franchising. PostNet will sponsor and judge competitive events among students, and PostNet's co-founders will also participate in the Executive Mentorship Program.

"Working with DECA to invest in today's students provides us with a unique opportunity to further our mission of fostering small-business growth in America," said Steve Greenbaum, CEO of PostNet. "We're also providing our franchisees with a tremendous opportunity to work with driven, business-minded individuals to problem-solve, reach new customers, and achieve greater business objectives."  

Greenbaum, along with PostNet co-founder, Brian Spindel, are fully aware of the unique challenges entrepreneurs face when launching and growing a small business – they've lived it for nearly 30 years. Greenbaum and Spindel opened their first pack-and-ship store in 1983 when shipping options in the growing market were sparse, and, by 1992, had helped more than 400 entrepreneurs start their own, independent mail and parcel businesses. In 1991 they began the development of the PostNet business and communication center concept and began franchising PostNet in July of 1993.

Today, PostNet has evolved with technology to meet the changing needs of small-business owners and busy consumers as America's first Neighborhood Business Center. The company attributes its success to constant innovation and working closely with each client to identify their objectives, build upon their ideas, and develop the best solution to meet their needs. This could include anything from designing and printing custom invitations or signage for an important company event, to helping create a brand image for a new or existing business looking to re-invent itself. (PostNet also offers freedom of choice for the customer as a multi-carrier of shipping services including FedEx, UPS and the U.S. Postal Service).

"One of the key measurements to our programs success is the ability to connect our teachers and students with businesses and truly provide them with real world knowledge and experiences to achieve college and world readiness," said John Fistolera, assistant executive director of corporate and external affairs with DECA. "PostNet's interest in connecting with the schools in the communities where they do business is in direct alignment with our mission and PostNet's corporate interests."

About PostNet

Founded in 1993, Denver-based PostNet has more than 700 locations worldwide, including several hundred U.S. locations. Each locally owned and operated PostNet Neighborhood Business Center specializes in meeting the design, printing, copying and shipping needs of businesses and busy consumers, with a focus on exceptional, personal customer service. PostNet centers offer full-service digital printing; full- and self-service copying; document binding and finishing; and services like graphic design, computer rental stations, private mailbox rentals and more. They also offer expert packaging services and shipping with UPS, FedEx, DHL and the U.S. Postal Service. To learn more, visit www.postnet.com.

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Travelers Institute and Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Co-Host Forum with Kansas City’s Top Small Business Leaders - Yahoo Finance

Thu, Apr 26, 2012, 11:36 AM EDT - U.S. Markets close in 4 hrs 24 mins

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Christie to visit Israel, Jordan for trade opportunities, will meet leaders - NorthJersey.com

In a trip billed as a "Jersey to Jerusalem Trade Mission", Gov. Chris Christie will travel to Israel during Holy Week to expand business opportunities, experience the culture and meet with world leaders. He will also spend time in Jordan with King Abdullah II.

A delegation of business and religious leaders will join Christie, his family and staff, the administration announced this afternoon. The Republican governor will be in Israel from Sunday through Thursday and Jordan until Easter Sunday.

“I think it’s important for me to continue to get a greater awareness of the world around me as a leader and someone who now has a bit of a national voice,” Christie said in an interview in Washington in late February. “I think it’s important for me to continue to open up my mind and my experience to things that are outside of the state of New Jersey.”

While travel to Israel has been a tradition for New Jersey governors since Gov. Tom Kean, Christie’s growing national profile makes a trip to the Middle East all the more significant. He first announced plans to visit Israel back in October.

The Republican Jewish Coalition is co-sponsoring the trip, along with Choose New Jersey, a nonprofit formed by business executives in 2010 to expand the state’s economy. The RJC has also sponsored similar trips for former Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour, Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney and former President George W. Bush when he was governor of Texas.
The RJC will pay for the Christies' flight, other transportation and lodging. Members of the traveling delegation will pay for their own travel and hotel costs, but Choose NJ and the RJC will cover the cost of on-site activities, transportation and meals in Israel.  Taxpayers will pick up the tab for Christie's security detail.   
Lt. Kim Guadagno will serve as acting governor while Christie is out of the country.

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Christie to visit Israel , Jordan for trade opportunities, will meet leaders

In a trip billed as a "Jersey to Jerusalem Trade Mission", Gov. Chris Christie will travel to Israel during Holy Week to expand business opportunities, experience the culture and meet with world leaders. He will also spend time in Jordan with King Abdullah II.

A delegation of business and religious leaders will join Christie, his family and staff, the administration announced this afternoon. The Republican governor will be in Israel from Sunday through Thursday and Jordan until Easter Sunday.

“I think it’s important for me to continue to get a greater awareness of the world around me as a leader and someone who now has a bit of a national voice,” Christie said in an interview in Washington in late February. “I think it’s important for me to continue to open up my mind and my experience to things that are outside of the state of New Jersey.”

While travel to Israel has been a tradition for New Jersey governors since Gov. Tom Kean, Christie’s growing national profile makes a trip to the Middle East all the more significant. He first announced plans to visit Israel back in October.

The Republican Jewish Coalition is co-sponsoring the trip, along with Choose New Jersey, a nonprofit formed by business executives in 2010 to expand the state’s economy. The RJC has also sponsored similar trips for former Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour, Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney and former President George W. Bush when he was governor of Texas.
The RJC will pay for the Christies' flight, other transportation and lodging. Members of the traveling delegation will pay for their own travel and hotel costs, but Choose NJ and the RJC will cover the cost of on-site activities, transportation and meals in Israel.  Taxpayers will pick up the tab for Christie's security detail.   
Lt. Kim Guadagno will serve as acting governor while Christie is out of the country.

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