Passion, intellect, decisiveness, flair and creativity all with a knack for efficiency. . .If anything were described as such it most likely sounds too good to be true in today's world, yet if that is the stance you take you may need to reconsider. Working as chief technology officer on "The Hill," Vivek Kundra is just such a person who exhibits said traits.
Kundra approaches technology with a quirky but intriguing blend of technological savvy and anthropological insight, and he does so with the good of the public in mind. He has gone so far as to invite the public to create applications for both the Web and cellphones in order that the District have snappier access to data, including crime reports and pothole repair schedules. Kundra has utilized YouTube for healthy competition in securing fair-price city contracts and is all for utilizing Facebook to pay for parking tickets and renew driver's licenses.
Vivek Kundra has a unique vision for technology along with a no-nonsense approach. If Kundra feels a project is not holding its own he cuts ties and reinvests the money elsewhere. Kundra knows tax-payer money is limited and should be stretched for all its worth. This mindframe includes getting others to contribute as well; Kundra engaged such companies as Microsoft, Dell and Intel to contribute a combined million dollar donation to benefit a local public school.
Kundra sees a picture that few see. He is the one actually creating "the cutting edge." Simply put, Vivek Kundra is innovation embodied.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
K-Designers: Making Your Life Easier
It was but just a few weeks ago that I was over a friend's house helping him clean out his gutters. The process, as it is familiar to many of us, is not exactly thrilling, often toilsome, and offers little reward, because as we also know, gutters only get clogged again and again. The temporary relief on gutters, overhangs, and our backs is just that until the next batch of leaves and grime builds up.
That's why K-Designers is here to make your life easier. With their Leaf Relief Gutter Protection System you'll never have to clean your gutters again!
An easy-to-install system, Leaf Relief is much like a strainer. There is enough plating to keep debris out, but the holes in the system allow water to flow through freely into a clean and flowing gutter. K-Designers notes that it is both flexible and strong (can hold 91lbs of pressure), ensuring a sealed fit and long-lasting gutter protection.
This quality product, which not only saves money from damage to gutters, but also saves time from the hassle of cleaning is available with K-Designers. Make your life easier today!
That's why K-Designers is here to make your life easier. With their Leaf Relief Gutter Protection System you'll never have to clean your gutters again!
An easy-to-install system, Leaf Relief is much like a strainer. There is enough plating to keep debris out, but the holes in the system allow water to flow through freely into a clean and flowing gutter. K-Designers notes that it is both flexible and strong (can hold 91lbs of pressure), ensuring a sealed fit and long-lasting gutter protection.
This quality product, which not only saves money from damage to gutters, but also saves time from the hassle of cleaning is available with K-Designers. Make your life easier today!
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Linus Gitahi: Born Runner
Even a CEO of a large company, such as Nation Media Group, needs time to get away from the grind, and if you are Kenyan, one way to do that just might be through running.
Linus Gitahi is a man who is fitting of such a description. Once head of African marketing with global pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKlinea, Gitahi has utilized his skill set for NMG, Africa's largest media group.
Yet while he is a passionate man of business, he is even more so simply passionate. Proud of his Kenyan heritage, Linus Gitahi is an avid runner like many of his talented countrymen. He is also a firm believer that Kenyans are able-bodied runners not just because of diet and training but because of developed genes that facilitate easier running than other races/ethnicities.
Proven by a number of successful research probes, Kenyans are thought to have superior genes for running due to their lineage of runners because of a history of a nomadic lifestyle and needed ability to be able to keep up with their herds. Faster runners enabled larger herds, which further enabled a better quality of life and prolonged health. These genes would then be passed on to the next generation.
The ability to run and run well is something that Linus Gitahi and all the Kenyan people are extremely proud of, and all the success that this natural ability has brought with it, particularly in the Olympics and world-record breaking, only further extends the humble pride of all of Kenya and its people.
Linus Gitahi is a man who is fitting of such a description. Once head of African marketing with global pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKlinea, Gitahi has utilized his skill set for NMG, Africa's largest media group.
Yet while he is a passionate man of business, he is even more so simply passionate. Proud of his Kenyan heritage, Linus Gitahi is an avid runner like many of his talented countrymen. He is also a firm believer that Kenyans are able-bodied runners not just because of diet and training but because of developed genes that facilitate easier running than other races/ethnicities.
Proven by a number of successful research probes, Kenyans are thought to have superior genes for running due to their lineage of runners because of a history of a nomadic lifestyle and needed ability to be able to keep up with their herds. Faster runners enabled larger herds, which further enabled a better quality of life and prolonged health. These genes would then be passed on to the next generation.
The ability to run and run well is something that Linus Gitahi and all the Kenyan people are extremely proud of, and all the success that this natural ability has brought with it, particularly in the Olympics and world-record breaking, only further extends the humble pride of all of Kenya and its people.
Nachshon Draiman: Master of More Than Business
Nachshon Draiman may not be a common name to you, but if you are familiar with the long-term care industry you know just how influential this name has been.
With a background in psychology and social work, Draiman has been part of the forefront of long-term care advancements by improving overall facility organization, personnel management and beyond. His entrepreneurial hand has increased overall performance in long-term care facilities, and those that Draiman has been directly involved in regularly receive positive state approval and reviews.
Yet Nachshon Draiman's natural talent and honed skills have allowed him to venture out into other industries such as hotels, hospitals, and real estate and carry over his progressive impact into those venues as well.
Not to be left out however, Draiman is a master of more than just business. An avid tennis player, Nachshon Draiman regularly contributes to a personal blog to review and share his respected skills in tennis. As he says himself, tennis not only develops his body but also his mind. As a result, Draiman becomes not only a better tennis player, but a better functioning person because his trained and tested mind renew him to do big things off the court as well!
With a background in psychology and social work, Draiman has been part of the forefront of long-term care advancements by improving overall facility organization, personnel management and beyond. His entrepreneurial hand has increased overall performance in long-term care facilities, and those that Draiman has been directly involved in regularly receive positive state approval and reviews.
Yet Nachshon Draiman's natural talent and honed skills have allowed him to venture out into other industries such as hotels, hospitals, and real estate and carry over his progressive impact into those venues as well.
Not to be left out however, Draiman is a master of more than just business. An avid tennis player, Nachshon Draiman regularly contributes to a personal blog to review and share his respected skills in tennis. As he says himself, tennis not only develops his body but also his mind. As a result, Draiman becomes not only a better tennis player, but a better functioning person because his trained and tested mind renew him to do big things off the court as well!
YMT Vacations: Making Senior Travel Both Affordable and Fun!
Your Man Tours Vacations (YMT Vacations) is a unique travel company that tailors its magnificent services for seniors. The goal, which has been accomplished for over 40 years, is to make senior travel both affordable and fun so that you don't have have to sacrifice either!
YMT Vacations is able to offer fun and affordability because of its proven formula within the travel market. They purchase their tours in bulk quantity in order to cut costs per trip; they then pass that savings on to the customer. As a result, because they are able to purchase tours at a low price, they can choose locations that have a high degree of desirability for travel such as Hawaii, Alaska, Europe, and more!
And because over half of the customers that utilize YMT Vacations are either returning customers or referrals you know you are getting quality, affordable and fun tours that are worth taking every time!
Contact YMT Vacations today!
YMT Vacations is able to offer fun and affordability because of its proven formula within the travel market. They purchase their tours in bulk quantity in order to cut costs per trip; they then pass that savings on to the customer. As a result, because they are able to purchase tours at a low price, they can choose locations that have a high degree of desirability for travel such as Hawaii, Alaska, Europe, and more!
And because over half of the customers that utilize YMT Vacations are either returning customers or referrals you know you are getting quality, affordable and fun tours that are worth taking every time!
Contact YMT Vacations today!
Monday, May 25, 2009
Survey Resource Center Leads: Making Potential A Reality
Founded in 1998, Survey Resource Center Leads (SRC Leads) holds a special niche in the life insurance industry by providing sales professionals researched and valid leads to new customers.
With a special focus on financial services and insurance, SRC Leads provides quality leads to its clients, and by doing the research behind the leads, they are able to save companies thousands in time and labor costs and also improve profits by providing guaranteed results.
SRC Leads has a unique 3-way guarantee unlike any other in the industry, which speaks volumes to the confidence they have in their quality leads but also in the confidence that potential clients will profit from their services. That guarantee includes:
1. 100% phone and address connect guarantee:
Any inaccurate phone number or address will be replaced at no charge.
2. Six month exclusivity from day of delivery:
Leads are exclusive and will not be resold for six month.
3.100% money back guarantee during first 90 days:
If, after contacting all leads provided, customers do not earn at least $1,000.00 for every 100 names purchased during the first 90 days, SRC will unconditionally refund 100% of the purchase price. Only a company who believes in the quality of their needs would make this offer.
With such a backing as this, it is no wonder that SRC Leads continues to grow and expand beyond a 15,000 customer base. Be part of making your business's potential a reality today with SRC Leads.
With a special focus on financial services and insurance, SRC Leads provides quality leads to its clients, and by doing the research behind the leads, they are able to save companies thousands in time and labor costs and also improve profits by providing guaranteed results.
SRC Leads has a unique 3-way guarantee unlike any other in the industry, which speaks volumes to the confidence they have in their quality leads but also in the confidence that potential clients will profit from their services. That guarantee includes:
1. 100% phone and address connect guarantee:
Any inaccurate phone number or address will be replaced at no charge.
2. Six month exclusivity from day of delivery:
Leads are exclusive and will not be resold for six month.
3.100% money back guarantee during first 90 days:
If, after contacting all leads provided, customers do not earn at least $1,000.00 for every 100 names purchased during the first 90 days, SRC will unconditionally refund 100% of the purchase price. Only a company who believes in the quality of their needs would make this offer.
With such a backing as this, it is no wonder that SRC Leads continues to grow and expand beyond a 15,000 customer base. Be part of making your business's potential a reality today with SRC Leads.
Shasta Pools: Making Your Summer So Much Cooler!
Its that time of year where the sun shines more often, barbecue grills are smoking, and the summer clothing and gear come out of the closets. . .
Its also that time of year when sweat begins to crackle on your brow and the thoughts of a clean, refreshing swim in a pool comes to mind too. Well if you find yourself with these thoughts then your cool pool summer dreams can come true with Shasta Pools, located in Arizona.
From actual pools and pool supplies all the way down to custom pool design, Shasta Pools can do it all! In fact, they were the visionary design and construction company behind the water structure at Tempe Marketplace in Phoenix, AZ. Just imagine then, not only could you have a cooling retreat from the summer heat, but you could have it in style as well!
So what are you waiting for? Get your pool and pool supplies ready today and be prepared so you can beat the summer heat and have the coolest summer yet thanks to Shasta Pools!
Its also that time of year when sweat begins to crackle on your brow and the thoughts of a clean, refreshing swim in a pool comes to mind too. Well if you find yourself with these thoughts then your cool pool summer dreams can come true with Shasta Pools, located in Arizona.
From actual pools and pool supplies all the way down to custom pool design, Shasta Pools can do it all! In fact, they were the visionary design and construction company behind the water structure at Tempe Marketplace in Phoenix, AZ. Just imagine then, not only could you have a cooling retreat from the summer heat, but you could have it in style as well!So what are you waiting for? Get your pool and pool supplies ready today and be prepared so you can beat the summer heat and have the coolest summer yet thanks to Shasta Pools!
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Because Your Body Is For Life: Dr. Joel Roskind
None of us get to choose the body we are born with. For many, that body comes with imperfections that cause a great deal of self-consciousness or even physical pain. Whether it be cosmetic or medicinal, Dr. Joel Roskind, who specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery, can offer his knowledge and skills to give you back confidence in the way you look and feel.Dr. Joel Roskind is a Diplomat for the American Board of Plastic and is on the National Board of Medical Examiners. He interests in enhancing facial and body image, which includes breast surgery, liposculpture, and laster surgery. A successful physician, he has also shared his expertise as a speaker, educator and medical philanthropist (He performed surgery on unprivileged adolescents in Mexico born with congenital deformities). Dr. Joel Roskind has over 26 years of medical experience.
You may not have been able to choose the body you were born in, but you can choose to better it. After all, your body is yours for life, and Dr. Joel Roskind is available to help you better enjoy that body.
Uncle Sam Wants You! Know Just How Much With American Tax Relief
Many Americans deal with tax delinquencies every year. Some Americans cannot escape the burden of those delinquencies. However, the Internal Revenue Service allows for individuals to make a one-time to case to rid themselves of their previous tax debt once and for all.
This unadvertised but very real opportunity has been the source of thousands of successful negotiations by American Tax Relief. By negotiating a compromise with the IRS, American Tax Relief is able to eliminate or drastically reduce the amount of back tax debt because they know the proper steps to take advantage of such a program.
There is no better time than now to contact American Tax Relief and stop paying burdensome monthly payments, stop your wages from being garnished, stop bank levying, and the affects upon your credit. The opportunity is real, and the opportunity is now with American Tax Relief.
This unadvertised but very real opportunity has been the source of thousands of successful negotiations by American Tax Relief. By negotiating a compromise with the IRS, American Tax Relief is able to eliminate or drastically reduce the amount of back tax debt because they know the proper steps to take advantage of such a program.
There is no better time than now to contact American Tax Relief and stop paying burdensome monthly payments, stop your wages from being garnished, stop bank levying, and the affects upon your credit. The opportunity is real, and the opportunity is now with American Tax Relief.
Frank Hanna: Making Sense of Money
What is money? Really, in the grand scheme of things, what is money? Its obvious that money holds value, a value that we have assigned to it, and therefore it is able to provide a great many things. Yet money is, ultimately, nothing more than colored paper, and yet for so many more, money (and materialism) play a very large role in people's lives. After all, none of us can escape the need for money because so much of our world is interconnected for economical survival that we must pursue money to some degree.
However, Frank Hanna, a well-established Atlanta businessman and philanthropist, wants to take the idea of money, having money, and contentment with money (and materialism) to a new level. . .a deeper one.
In his recent publication, What Your Money Means, Frank Hanna discusses are variety of insightful issues that deal with money, ranging from the responsibility of having money, to determining how much money is enough, avoiding the pitfalls of greed, and how to make money work for you and others as opposed to making you work for money.
Frank Hanna delivers a very reflective, penetrating look at money and how we should all be more cognoscente of how we use it. If you are looking to "get more for your money" take a look at What Your Money Means and gain a new, more fulfilling perspective.
However, Frank Hanna, a well-established Atlanta businessman and philanthropist, wants to take the idea of money, having money, and contentment with money (and materialism) to a new level. . .a deeper one.
Frank Hanna delivers a very reflective, penetrating look at money and how we should all be more cognoscente of how we use it. If you are looking to "get more for your money" take a look at What Your Money Means and gain a new, more fulfilling perspective.
There's More To Life: Be Renewed by RENEWInternational
Just as there seems to be a world-wide recession in which the economy needs renewal so too do many people world-wide need renewal in their own lives. RENEW International seeks to be a part of the process of bringing a fuller, more holistic approach to living.
One of the ways RENEW International seeks to do this is through faith-based initiatives, particularly through Roman Catholicism, a religious sect of Christianity well-known to millions around the world. The established tradition of sound theological faith makes its way to many right in their own sphere of life from those who speak Spanish (and 43 other languages!), to 20 and 3o somethings, to those attending college or university, and many others worldwide.
RENEW International is a relevant, culture-sensitive, dynamic faith organization having already reached 25 million people around the world in 23 countries and continues to seek to help all those who desire a greater understanding, appreciation, and acceptance of the presence of God.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Celebrating Our Mothers: A Brief History of Mother's Day
Many of us on the second Sunday of May stop the routine of our daily lives and give special attention to our mothers. Known as Mother's Day, this particular date wasn't always celebrated as it typically is today.
Originally, Mothers Day had much more of a spiritual focus than it did an anthropological one. Rather, often times goddesses, rather than motherhood, were the ones to be celebrated and showered with gifts. Rich with symbolism, this day was more about "Mother Nature" than actual mothers. . .
It has been only recently (1600s in Europe, 1870s in North America) that the focus was expanded to include actual mothers. Today's United States practice of Mother's Day is almost exclusively about actual mothers and motherhood and now the symbolic and spiritual nature that once originated with this day is all but gone.
Likewise, in American culture flowers are the most popular of all Mother's day gifts given. Typically, the white carnation is considered the traditional "Mother's Day flower."
Originally, Mothers Day had much more of a spiritual focus than it did an anthropological one. Rather, often times goddesses, rather than motherhood, were the ones to be celebrated and showered with gifts. Rich with symbolism, this day was more about "Mother Nature" than actual mothers. . .
It has been only recently (1600s in Europe, 1870s in North America) that the focus was expanded to include actual mothers. Today's United States practice of Mother's Day is almost exclusively about actual mothers and motherhood and now the symbolic and spiritual nature that once originated with this day is all but gone.
Likewise, in American culture flowers are the most popular of all Mother's day gifts given. Typically, the white carnation is considered the traditional "Mother's Day flower."
Today, Mother's Day is now celebrated in over 100 countries (though not all celebrate it on the second Sunday of May)!!
One thing remains, however, mothers around the world are indeed special!!
(For all your Mother's day gift needs, visit the high-quality, high-satisfaction industry leader 1800Flowers.com)
One thing remains, however, mothers around the world are indeed special!!
(For all your Mother's day gift needs, visit the high-quality, high-satisfaction industry leader 1800Flowers.com)
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Valentine's Day: A Brief History of a Special Day
Ask most anyone and they can tell you that Valentine's Day falls on February 14th. Valentine's is a special day, because everyone enjoys being appreciated and loved. However, if you ask most anyone why we celebrate Valentine's Day, you may not get as sure a response.
Truth be told, scholars are not quite sure who exactly was St. Valentine. There are three possible scenarios: 1. He was a priest during third century Rome who wedded couples despite the Emperor's decree that single men could not marry in order to conscript them into the military. 2. He came to the rescue of many Christians when they were being persecuted by the Roman empire. 3. He was a prisoner who fell in love while imprisoned and sent the first "Valentine" to his lover, signing it "from your Valentine."
Regardless of the historicity of Valentine's Day, the person who was Valentine certainly characterized many of the attributes we exchange on that special day: caring, romance, and authenticity. In the spirit of those things that we all appreciate, it makes good sense then that we should exchange valentines day gifts that we might express those feelings more fully.
Perhaps this year you will purchase a special piece of jewelry or an exotic getaway for your significant other. Perhaps you will choose to give several valentines day gifts that capture the different elements of your relationship that you value most. Lastly, perhaps this year you will send a timelessly classic bouquet of valentine's day flowers. Whatever it is you decide to do, do it with the spirit that Valentine himself had. . . with caring, romance, and authenticity.
(For an excellent selection of Valentines day gifts and Valentines day flowers, contact 1800Flowers, reliable since 1976.)
Still a Timeless Classic: A Dozen Red Roses
There probably never has and never will be a more timeless and classy gift than that of roses.
Whether it be a single rose or a dozen roses, roses never seem to lose their genuine touch.
And as many know, the color of a rose often carries with it symbolic meaning. A white rose carries with it the meaning of purity and innocence, silence or secrecy, also reverence and humility. The various shades of pink rose carry several statements such as appreciation,"Thank you", grace, perfect happiness, and admiration. Yellow roses are generally roses of joy, gladness, friendship, delight, and/or the promise of a new beginning.
Yet there is something about red roses that seems to trump all the other available rose colors. Signifying love, beauty, courage and/or respect, a red rose carries with it a deep relational value. The beauty of a red rose is that though it does carry certain attributes with it one can give it to most anyone in most any situation, and it is still greatly appreciated.
Indeed, red roses are a timeless classic. Women receive them feeling greatly valued, while men receive them feeling appreciated. There is no substitute for a red rose.
So the next time you are looking to give someone a special gift and don't know what else to get. . .think roses, and you'll be just fine.
(For all your floral needs contact 1800Flowers, reliable floral service since 1976).
How to Start a Business. . .
There is nothing quite like starting your own business. There is the thrill of the imaginative thinking. There is the hope of successful entrepreneurship and financial growth. There is also the pursuit of personal fulfillment.
It makes great sense then that while large corporations offer many attributes to the market, it is the small business that is the root and foundation of an economy. Small businesses offer a variety of unique goods and services that are sometimes found no where else.
Perhaps you have thought about such an endeavor yourself. Maybe you even took out a piece of paper and wrote "How to Start a Business" at the top of it but didn't manage to get very far.
If you find yourself looking to start a business but don't know where to go then Gold Alliance Group is your first stop to helping you grow a successful business. Starting with a sample business plan that can be tailored to your unique business, materials are available to guide you through the entire process, including the initial assessment of your inventory, market niche and analysis, avoiding typical mistakes, handling finances and marketing, understanding business management and much more! From "article, to ebooks, software and planning advice," Gold Alliance Group will professionally and effectively aid you in growing your own business.
So what do you have to lose? Join up with Gold Alliance Group and "don't just grow your business, empower your business!" Start today!
It makes great sense then that while large corporations offer many attributes to the market, it is the small business that is the root and foundation of an economy. Small businesses offer a variety of unique goods and services that are sometimes found no where else.
Perhaps you have thought about such an endeavor yourself. Maybe you even took out a piece of paper and wrote "How to Start a Business" at the top of it but didn't manage to get very far.
If you find yourself looking to start a business but don't know where to go then Gold Alliance Group is your first stop to helping you grow a successful business. Starting with a sample business plan that can be tailored to your unique business, materials are available to guide you through the entire process, including the initial assessment of your inventory, market niche and analysis, avoiding typical mistakes, handling finances and marketing, understanding business management and much more! From "article, to ebooks, software and planning advice," Gold Alliance Group will professionally and effectively aid you in growing your own business.
So what do you have to lose? Join up with Gold Alliance Group and "don't just grow your business, empower your business!" Start today!
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Managing Your Online Reputation
The Internet holds a wealth of information, allows people to conduct both professional and personal business, and offers a plethora of interests for the curious-minded. Today, however, the Internet is rapidly becoming a place of social gathering as well.
From MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and beyond, the Internet is a place where people from all over the world are meeting in cyber-space to share their ideas, feelings, abilities, products, and even love.
With the Internet growing in use every day, its important as one interacts with others through online shopping, email, advertising maybe for a personal blog or business and so on to be mindful of one's online reputation. No matter what the venue, it only takes one poor posting, cluttered website, or distasteful remark to damage your potential success.
Perhaps you find yourself in this situation today. Whatever the reason, the good news is that you can start rehabilitating your Internet character with online reputation management. The process is easier than you think as immediate and thorough action is taken to start liberating your good name.
There is no good reason from keeping you back - start today by reclaiming your Internet success and pursuing reputation management today. Let Internet Reputation Management be your proven guide to future success.
From MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and beyond, the Internet is a place where people from all over the world are meeting in cyber-space to share their ideas, feelings, abilities, products, and even love.
With the Internet growing in use every day, its important as one interacts with others through online shopping, email, advertising maybe for a personal blog or business and so on to be mindful of one's online reputation. No matter what the venue, it only takes one poor posting, cluttered website, or distasteful remark to damage your potential success.
Perhaps you find yourself in this situation today. Whatever the reason, the good news is that you can start rehabilitating your Internet character with online reputation management. The process is easier than you think as immediate and thorough action is taken to start liberating your good name.
There is no good reason from keeping you back - start today by reclaiming your Internet success and pursuing reputation management today. Let Internet Reputation Management be your proven guide to future success.
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