Issue 35

T h e S u i t M ag a z i n e
Justice & Democracy 2010 Issue
THE CHALLENGE OF RECONCiLIATION

Michael & Carole Wilson with Clint Eastwood
An Epic Documentary Film:

South Africa’s Journey From Apartheid to Democracy
Exclusive interview with Producer Carole J. Wilson.
Reported By J. Michael Gordon and Gary Ginzberg
A Complicated Life
Frank Wisner, Sr.
The Ian Fleming of The Cold War
by Gary Ginzberg
South Africa Today - behind The Rainbow

A Bitter Political Struggle between brothers-in-arms
by Mitch Ligon
Copyright Carole J. Wilson
CLINT
EASTWOOD
NELSON
MANDELA
Michael Henry Wilson is a bi-cultural filmaker working both in the USA and France. His two passions, film and history, are evident in
his projects. After A PERSONAL JOURNEY WITH MARTIN SCORSESE, the celebration of 100 years of American movies that he co-wrote
and co-directed with Scorsese, his most recent opus was the acclaimed full-length documentary CLINT EASTWOOD: A LIFE IN FILM,
an intimate portrait of the great filmmaker. Wilson pursues his collaboration with Eastwood with this exciting new project :
THE CHALLENGE OF RECONCILIATION

[Clint Eastwood encounters Nelson Mandela’s South Africa]
Directed by Michael Henry WILSON
I n 1993, Nelson Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for the
contribution to the peaceful end of the apartheid regime in South Africa.
He saved his country from a bloody civil war by allowing the spirit of
Directed by: Michael Henry WILSON
[CLINT EASTWOOD: A LIFE IN FILM,
A PERSONAL JOURNEY WITH MARTIN SCORSESE,
co-written and co-directed with Scorsese ]
reconciliation to prevail. It is time to evaluate the political, moral and
spiritual legacy of this extraordinary man. With: Clint EASTWOOD,
F.W. DE KLERK,
At the core of this exploration is an in depth behind-the-scenes look Morné DU PLESSIS,
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The Challenge of Reconciliation
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The time has come to evaluate the political, moral war fomented by hard-core champions of apartheid.
and spiritual legacy of a 20th century hero, Nel- The Rugby World Cup, in the final match when the
son Mandela, a leader who saved his country from a Springboks beat New Zealand’s All-Blacks, played a
bloody civil war by allowing the spirit of reconcili- major part in his strategy. That triumph marked a
ation to prevail. This will be our documentary’s fo- stunning moment of national fusion as it brought to-
cus as it explores the real life stories of people who gether South Africans of all races and creeds. To place
brought about the creation of the Rainbow Nation. these defining events of the new South Africa in their
proper context, we will call upon witnesses - from all
At the core of our exploration is an in depth behind- communities - to provide insights, anecdotes, memo-
the-scenes look at Clint Eastwood’s current pro- ries, and possibly dissenting viewpoints. (See Appen-
duction, “Invictus” project. Inspired by John Car- dix A for list of confirmed interviewees.)
lin’s book, Playing the Enemy, Eastwood’s film
centers around the year 1995, when president Man- The inequities of apartheid will necessarily be dwelt
dela (interpreted by Morgan Freeman) must pre- upon, but our images and sounds also celebrate the
pare South Africa to welcome the Rugby World Cup. extraordinary beauty of the land and its multiple
African cultures…as well as the country’s hopes for
The encounter of the Mandela story by Clint Eastwood the future. If filmmaker Michael Wilson’s previous
is itself an unusual event. It marks the convergence film portrait of Mr. Eastwood entitled Clint East-
of two men who have reached a pinnacle in their re- wood: a Life in Film was a solo one-man-show, The
spective realms. After forty years of struggle against Challenge of Reconciliation is a choral, plural, poly-
oppression, Mandela has come to embody the values phonic piece that gives a voice not only to a great
of dialogue and reconciliation. As for Eastwood, the Hollywood filmmaker, but also to a wide spectrum
last of the Hollywood mavericks, he hasn’t ceased, of historical witnesses in the South African story.
film after classical film, to study the effects of violence
and injustice on both its victims and its perpetrators. Our ambition is to capture the creative rhythms of
Eastwood as he tackles a new, important experience far
Our documentary will weave together these from his familiar turf, while retracing the epic’s colorful
threads into a unique tapestry that unites background and the inspired lives of freedom fighters
the diverse personalities who have forged such as Mandela, Desmond Tutu and their compan-
against all odds South Africa’s reconciliation. ions. Structurally, this calls for an organic counter-
point between the present of the film being made
One key lesson that Mandela’s journey illuminates is and the momentous historical events it is recreating.
that brute force cannot be effective in the long term. Also part of our story, archival footage will allow us
No matter how unjust a government may be, sooner to illustrate the apartheid system, the Rivonia trial,
or later the human spirit rebels. And when it prevails, the massacres of Sharpeville and Soweto, Mandela’s
it astounds the world with its magnanimity. Over- liberation, the first free election (1994) and the presi-
coming the hatred he may have felt for implacable en- dential inauguration, which saw Mandela utter these
emies, Mandela made them his partners in the peace now historical words:
process.
He understood that the oppressor must be liber- “Never, never and never again shall it be that this
ated, just as much as the oppressed, as both have beautiful land will experience the oppression of one
been robbed of their humanity. At the time Mandela by the other and suffer the indignity of being the
was able, miraculously, to defuse the threat of a civil skunk of the world.”
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PUbLISHER E.E. KANTOR
The word serendipity rings true

in my life, and this is the reason
why Carole and Michael Henry
Wilson, husband and wife docu-
mentarians are on the front cover.
I pride myself on the research

department! They are the brain
trust of The Suit and the reason
for the story. After a lengthy con-
versation with Carole Wilson, in
which I sensed her passion for
justice and democracy, we discov-
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COVER STORY
An Epic Documentary Film:

Reported By J. Michael Gordon and Gary Ginzberg
-13 CLINT EASTWOOD -27 Mystery Publisher

An American Hero Legend
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E-Biz News
Behind the Rainbow
PRESIDENT JACOB ZUMA
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-22 Justice Unpoetic at WBAI & Harvest Group

Radio Head Hard News Financial Services
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Stra tegic Management
-25 The Global Syndi
cate’s Haiti Project
-39 Economics Professor
-26 Global Corporate
Trouble Shooter
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-42 Holocaust Survi
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Execution, Execution. in America
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-47 Life Coaching

-71 MCE International
-49 The British Sociological
Association -72 Risk Management Solution
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Handicap -73 Inspirational Knock
out Motivational Speaker
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-66 Strategic Management

-83 Literary Writer in the Making
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-69 MERK -84 Hong Kong Factory Man

-84 THE EUROPEAN SAUSAGE KING -104 FIGHTING MS
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-89 Evolving roles of Entertainment

clinicians and patents -115 Master of Masks
-91 Yoga Nursing EAST MEETS WEST -117 Dayve Stewart the Sole man
-118 Kirton visual illuminist
-120 Opera Ebony
-92 Royal Care international -121 Sculpture in the south
-122 Surreal Murals
-123 Don’s Jewelry
-93 HEALTH CONSULTANT GURU
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-93 Protect our youth -125 Song Writers Guild
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An epic documentary film:

BY J. MICHAEL GORDON and GARY GINZBERG
THE SUIT STAFF WRITERS
Veteran film producers Carole Wilson and plained during a phone interview from her
her husband Michael Henry have embarked California home in early May.
on a controversial film assignment – one
daring venture that drives at the heart of One of the most productive minds in the in-
South Africa – to document the corrupt dustry, Wilson graduated from Columbia Uni-
and racist system of Apartheid. It’s a pierc- versity, earning a Bachelor’s in Anthropology
ing tale, one that cuts deep into the so- with a minor in Fine Arts. But then she turned
cial fabric of South Africa’s troubled past. to the exciting world of filmmaking. Wilson
and her husband Michael have chronicled the
life of Nelson Mandela in their documentary,
Wilson’s voice is calm yet intense: “We have “TheChallenge of Reconciliation,” starting
interviewed people like Archbishop Desmond her plot with the African National Congress
Tutu, F. W. de Klerk, some of the chief engi- movement. Before filming the documentary,
neers who virtually ended apartheid,” she ex- the Wilson’s hired a South African film crew

to shoot and document the production of She explained further that the documenta-
“The Challenge of Reconciliation,” she said. ry also includes a behind-the-scenes look at
Clint Eastwood’s movie, “Invictus,” which
“We started with the apartheid era,” Wil- focuses on how Mandela’s involvement with
son said, “He (Mandela) was in prison in the the 1995 Rugby Cup lends a hand in healing
early 1960s, and we cover that period, up a post-apartheid South Africa. Eastwood’s
through his release from prison twenty-sev- long-time friend, Morgan Freeman, will be
en years later.” The film creator agrees that portraying Mandela in the movie. Wilson
Nelson Mandela has served as a powerful noted that the title for Eastwood’s film is in-
example in world history. She noted that the spired by Mandela’s favorite poem, writ-
freedom fighter “orchestrated the transition ten by poet William Ernest Henley, which
from apartheid to democracy in South Af- high-lights the will to endure while confront-
rica.” She has hit on one of Mandela’s great- ing life’s hardship:
est strengths, the ability to understand and
embrace the “oppressor” in order to move OUT of the night that covers me,
forward to achieve dialogue and consensus. Black as the Pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
There is a pause between sentences, Wilson For my unconquerable soul.
measuring her words with good reason and
balance. “Mandela is a great inspiration for In the fell clutch of circumstance
all humankind.” She catches her breath and I have not winced nor cried aloud.
then begins speaking with passion about Under the bludgeonings of chance
the Mandela project. Her respect for Man- My head is bloody, but unbowed.
dela was apparent as she told us, “He exer-
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
cised forgiveness as opposed to revenge.”
Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds, and shall find, me unafraid.
It matters not how strait the gate,

How charged with punishments the

scroll,
I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul.
“Nelson Mandela supported the

Springboks, the South African rug-
by team, during the World Cup in
1995. He walked on the field with a

Springbok jersey and the whole nation went by the black majority was ruthlessly oppressed,
wild,” Wilson recalls, capturing that mo- and the National Party remained in power until
ment in the reel of her mind. “People, white 1994. All South Africans were legally assigned
and black, were all together,” she pauses. to one of several racial groups – White, African,
“Mandela used it as a nation-building mo- Colored or Asian. All races had separate liv-
ment, which was very successful. We Ameri- ing areas and separate public amenities, such
cans know almost nothing about the signifi- as toilets, parks and beaches. Blacks had no
cance the World Cup victory played in bringing parliamentary representation. Police powers
about greater racial harmony in South Africa.” were expanded, and those charged with dis-
sent often held without trial, tortured, and re-
“The South African Rugby Team had been ceived lengthy sentences when trials were held.
a pre-eminent symbol white apartheid,”
Wilson comments, yet, she adds, Nelson Entered Nelson Mandela, fully embedded
Mandela behaved with total compassion for within the ANC [African National Congress]
the team, uniting the people with the power movement. In 1950, Mandela was elected to
of kindness. “When he became President of the ANC National Executive Committee at its
South Africa, a lot of his supporters felt that national conference. Two years later, the
Springboks should be abolished.” Mandela, ANC ordered the government to repeal all
instead, used a gentle form of persuasion. unjust laws or face a “Campaign for the Defi-
For this project, Wilson has studied the Man- ance of Unjust Laws.” Mandela was placed in
charge of volunteers for the campaign, travel-
ing throughout the countryside and organiz-
ing small pockets of resistance operations to
do battle against discriminatory legislation in
South Africa. That year, countless rallies and
strikes were staged, drawing huge crowds.
Quickly the government clamped down on
the ANC movement, introducing harsher
penalties for protesting against Apartheid.
Campaign leaders and supportive newspa-
pers were banned; more than 8,000 people
were placed under arrest, including Mandela.
dela story at length, enough to give a brief His disciplined and non-violent movement
thumbnail sketch of his history: The Union baffled police. In several of these incidents,
of South Africa was formed on May 31, Mandela received suspended sentences. He
1910. Black South Africans had limited vot- would eventually be banned fromattending
ing rights and were subject to growing dis- such gatherings, but he always managed to find
crimination. In 1948, the National Party a way around those restrictions while attend-
won the all-white general election on a cam- ing and finishing law school, earning a Bach-
paign promise to introduce a system of elor of Law degree at the University ofLondon
“apartheid” in order to totally separate the External Programme along the way. Soon
races. Opposition to the apartheid system thereafter, Nelson Mandela opted to take the
admission examination and was admitted into Dalai Lama, the spiritual head of Tibetan Bud-
the bar. That legal expertise aided Mandela in dhism and the head of the Tibetan government-
the non-violent struggle against Apartheid. in-exile. The documentary focused on the Da-
lai Lama’s spirit of kindness and nonviolence
Initially committed to nonviolent resistance, while confronting his exile and the continu-
Mandela and 150 others were arrested in ing destruction of Tibetan culture by China’s
absorption of Tibet, a spirit not
unlike that of Nelson Mandela.
As a practicing Tibetan Buddhist,
Wilson herself lived among Bud-
dhists in India, far away from the
United States, devotedly studying
Eastern philosophy. By the time
she took on the Scorsese project,
she was well versed in Tibetan
Buddhism. “The Dalai Lama is
one of my spiritual teachers,” Wil-
son comments, reflecting back on
her Bohemian life, trekking
through India in search of spiritu-
al enlightenment. “I lived in India,
in an Ashram in the 1970s!” she
Copyright Carole Wilson reflects. “I spent five years out of
1956 and charged with treason; the trial lasted my life studying meditation and Eastern Phi-
until 1961, when, finally, all defendants were losophy. I’ve been practising meditation for
acquitted. The following year, Mandela was long time. I’ve been on a spiritual quest since
re-arrested, tried, convicted and sentenced the age of 19.”
to five years in prison. In 1964, he was con-
victed and sentenced on other charges, which Wilson said Buddhism has always been part
sentencing eventually culminated in a total of her life. “I work with awareness to maintain
of 27 years imprisonment. “The Challenge of an inner peace,” she said. “Our documentary
Reconciliation” captures that legacy, as well “In Search of Kundun” shows that the Dalai
as the horrific brutality of the apartheid era. Lama as a spiritual leader,” Wilson added.
“He’s a moral figure who embodies passion
While doggedly working to get the story and forgiveness as opposed to revenge and ha-
on this important project down, Wilson tred. ‘In Search of Kundun’ came out in 1999.”
continued to manage her family life as a wife
and mother. The husband-and-wife duo has a After a lengthy conversation on Bud-
long history of producing documentaries. In dhism, she returned to the business at hand.
fact, in 1998, Carole and Michael Henry Wil- Access to Nelson Mandela is rare, Wilson
son worked on the documentary “In Search of posited. “He’s not giving interviews any-
Kundun,” a companion piece to Martin Scors- more,” she said. However, Wilson did land
eses “Kundun,” which portrays the life of the an interview with Nelson Mandela’s daugh-

ter, Zindzi Mandela. “She has accompa-
nied her father during diplomatic mis-
sions; she’s an important figure in his
life.” Bringing the project this far, Wilson
proudly told us, has been a labor of love.
She argues that the issue of human rights

has virtually become the language of our
times, a framework that can provide an
underpinning to principles of coopera-
tion which are necessary in order to face
the coming challenges to a global com-
Copyright Carole J. Wilson munity. She feels that the principle of hu-
man rights is an important issue for the
oppressed to insist upon, and must not
be marginalized as a means to motivate
their fight against domination by exter-
nal economic and political institutions.
In South Africa specifically, “the struggle

against Apartheid was more than simply
a struggle to replace a dictatorial minor-
ity government with one that was elect-
ed. It was significantly a human rights
struggle.” Carole Wilson noted that
the shooting of the documentary
about Nelson Mandela was an ex-
perience of pure octane energy.
At the end of the interview, Carole

speaks peacefully, almost Zen-like into
her mobile phone, breathing a Bud-
dhist sigh. “The documentary is my
baby,” she said. “I feel it is a gift.”
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BY GARY GINZBERG and J. MICHAEL GORDON
BY THE SUIT STAFF WRITERS
From gunslinging spaghetti He eventually was invited a deputy sheriff from Arizona who
westerner to pale rider, he's to audition for the part. The landed in New York to extradite a
considered the ultimate American competition, however, was tough. prisoner (played by Don Stroud).
hero. Clint Eastwood, the Up for the same lead role were In 1971, he formed his own
iconic film director, will soon production company, Malpaso,
release the cinematic epic film giving Eastwood the artistic
depicting the life and times of control he had long desired. His
Nelson Mandela, "Invictus." directorial debut, “Play Misty For
Me,” was a thriller in which he
played a disc jockey who is haunted
It's a natural fit for him to make by a crazed female admirer.
such a controversial film, bringing
his camera lens up close to view His entrenched commercial
the ugly and vile movement of success continued to skyrocket
Apartheid, confronted by the non- via his outrageously violent
violent power and compassion of character, Detective Harry
Mandela, a real hero in a world Callahan, in the Dirty Harry film
which Eastwood brings to life series. Eastwood played that
with his exceptional eye for detail. character as angry and edgy,
Early in his career, there were signs and intolerant of bureaucratic
of Eastwood's incredible attention politics, which he obviously
to film detail. During the shooting enjoyed exposing and mocking in
of his several spaghetti westerns, his own way. Citified politicians
Eastwood played a pivotal role became adequate replacements
in the introduction of black jeans such prominent actors as Charles for the bad and the ugly
into his character's wardrobe. Bronson, Henry Fonda, Richard characters vilified in his westerns.
Harrison, James Coburn, among Eastwood's portrayal of Harry
He’d purchased them on Hollywood others, jockeying for the role. Callahan created a new image of
Boulevard. And he snatched his Finally, Eastwood landed the part. cop for the film industry, getting
now-legendary felt hat from a Santa "Maybe my greatest contribution things done his way, without
Monica wardrobe company. In to cinema was not doing Fistful pretentious civility, unconcerned
fact, the short, black cigars he used of Dollars, and recommending about justifying his use of violence.
in those movies were purchased by Clint for the part," Richard
him at a Beverly Hills shop, even Harrison said, after he Later on, as a director, he put a
though Eastwood was a non-smoker. suggested Eastwood for the role. new wrinkle into the American
It was during the 1960s that western film genre with the self-
Eastwood became a folk hero He became the perennial tough guy, directed 1992 film, Unforgiven. His
in the Spaghetti Western genre. and he capitalized on his success. In character, an aging ex-gunfighter
In 1964, he landed the lead 1968, Eastwood was paid $800,000 way past his prime, presented a
role in “A Fistful Dollars.” That for his role in the war classic, different facet of the hero, a self-
happened in a twist of blind fate. "Where Eagles Dare," playing doubting and self-questioning
At the time, he was starring in the opposite Richard Burton. Certainly, man without the romanticized
Rawhide television series, when 1968 was a good year. Eastwood halo. The film was nominated
suddenly he was discovered by starred in "Hang ‘Em High" and in for nine Academy Awards,
famed film director Sergio Leone. "Coogan's Bluff," where he played including Best Actor for Eastwood.

It won four, including Best over $268 million worldwide in irrevocable truth with his camera.
Picture and Best Director. theaters, making it the highest-
In addition to his acting and grossing film of Eastwood's career. Politics is also a game in which
directing action-filled movies, Eastwood has participated, though
Eastwood has also dabbled into Throughout his career, Eastwood no longer as he is too much the
the musical elements of the film always made an indelible impression independent thinker. His political
business, most notably with his on movie-goers everywhere. He career began with his one-term
controversial homage to election as Mayor of
Jazz icon Charlie Parker Carmel-by-the-Sea, a
in the film, “Bird.” He small town in Monterey
then went on to score the County, California.
music for his 2005 film, In 2001, he was appointed
“Million Dollar Baby,” to the California State
which he also produced Park and Recreation
and directed, in addition to Commission by Governor
taking on the starring role. Gray Davis. In 2005,
as vice chairman of the
The movie won awards California State Park and
for Best Picture and Recreation Commission,
Best Director, with Eastwood, a long-time
a nomination for Best Actor. gets us to experience the steely Republican, took a position
The subject of human beings edge of the moment, even while counter to conservative thought
caught up in war was tackled by his characters retain their dignity, – he opposed the construction of
Eastwood in two films that he often bemused by the irrational a six-lane, 16-mile toll road that
directed in 2006. Both told the behavior of their superiors and would have cut through a state
story of the World War II battle their foils while continuously beach and ruined one of Southern
of Iwo Jima. The first one, “Flags pointing a finger at the folly of the California's most cherished surfing
of Our Fathers,” focused on the system. As well, he has stretched beaches. He cared more about the
men who’d raised the American the limits of his canvas with surfers than he did about party
flag on top of Mount Suribachi. films that take off-beat looks at politics and corporate profits.
American culture through humor. In March 2008, Eastwood's
The second one, “Letters From term on the commission expired
Iwo Jima,” explored the tactics of In the 1980 release of “Bronco and he was not reappointed.
the Japanese soldiers on the island Billy,” Eastwood's lead character
and the letters they wrote to family symbolizes both the good and In May of this year, Eastwood
members. Both films were highly bad of hero-worship, as the main was awarded the "Brass Balls
praised by critics and garnered attraction in a traveling wild- Award," for being a daring and
several Oscar nominations, west show. In “Any Which Way pioneering filmmaker, our Richard
including Best Director and You Can,” sequel to “Any Which Attenborough. He has always been
Best Picture for “Letters…” Way But Loose,” he again pokes a risk-taker, even performing his
In 2008, Eastwood directed and fun at our world, and the movie own rock-climbing stunts during
starred in “Gran Turino,” for which became another box-office success the filming of “The Eiger Sanction,”
he co-wrote the film’s theme song. – among the top five highest- a 1975 film in which Eastwood also
grossing films of the year, despite directed and starred. And he is
The movie grossed close to $30 being panned by critics. Yet, both taking his camera out to the edge
million during its wide-release the critics and his star status don't once again, with an eagerly-awaited
opening weekend in January seem to affect Eastwood, someone look at one of the great atrocities
2009, making Eastwood, at who has played larger-than-life of our time, Apartheid, and the
age 78, the oldest leading man roles yet seems unfazed by the man who brought that racist
to reach #1 at the box office. glitzy lure of being a celebrity system down, Nelson Mandela,
To date, this film has grossed as he seeks to ferret out some a real-life hero for any age.
SOUTH AFRICA TODAY
Behind the Rainbow
PRESIDENT JACOB ZUMA
A bitter political struggle between brothers-in-arms

BY MITCH LIGON
The 2009 New York Film Festival slipped out of 2009 election, which he ironically won.
town in May and left an indelible impression, a
journey through Africa, from the past to the future, After nearly 60 years of an officially sanctioned
through the lenses of filmmakers to make the present Apartheid system, and 15 years since the release of
tangible. Nelson Mandela, South Africa had its first demo-
cratic elections. A generation of leaders has taken
One film in particular, "Behind the Rain- over the helm to steer the state towards
bow," was centerpiece to the festival. adopting a series of socio-economic
The documentary, by award-winning programs that would decrease unem-
writer/director and producer Jihan El- ployment and poverty. While holding
Tahri, probes into high and low points to the principles of the ANC, this gen-
of South Africa's Anti-Apartheid African eration seeks to find a system by which
National Congress Party (ANC) and the the wealth of the country can be more
bitter, yet deadly duel between former equitably shared. What drives this
President Thabo Mbeki and current documentary are the different person-
President Jacob Zuma, among other is- alities and leaders, and what they mean
sues and events. to the people of South Africa.
This investigative documentary pulls no Nelson Mandela, the head of one of the
punches; interviewed were former and most inspiring and liberating move-
present members of the ANC, as "Be- ments in history, retired in 1998, and
hind the Rainbow" explores the tran- Thabo Mbeki succeeded him. Mbeki's
sitional journey that the party crossed parents were among South Africa’s
from a liberation organization into teachers and activists. Mbeki, how-
South Africa's ruling party – and the ever, left the country under orders by
evolution and history of two of its most the ANC and moved to Britain where
prominent members, former President Mbeki and he earned a Master's degree in economics at Sussex
current President Zuma. University. The recipient of a number of honorary
Both brothers-in-arms during the anti-Apartheid degrees, former President Mbeki has a long track re-
struggle, Mbeki and Zuma were antagonistic and cord of achievements during his tenure. However, his
combative in their quest for power. El-Tahri bril- opposition to power came from an unlikely source
liantly depicts the internal struggles and challenges and in the person of Jacob Zuma.
of the ANC and the relationship of these two life-long
friends and comrades-in-arms. Zuma was born into poverty in Inklanda, South
A former news correspondent for Reuters, U.S. News Africa. His father worked as a police officer and died
and World Report, the filmmaker utilizes her keen when he was three years old. His mother worked as
skills to shape and form this convoluted saga into a a domestic to support the family, but that was not
clear and concise tale. What makes this film work – enough. Zuma had to work and do whatever he could
even for Western-minded thinkers who do not have to bring money into the household. At the age of 17,
an inkling of South Africa's politics – is the salacious- with no formal education, he joined the ANC.
ness of the events covered. Soon after South Africa cracked down on the anti-
"There is no cloud above my head – there is not even apartheid movement, Zuma was arrested and sen-
a mist," President Zuma said regarding the corrup- tenced to ten years on Robben Island, the same
tion charges waged against him just before the April (CONTINUED ON PAGE 19)

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A COMPLICATED LIFE
FRANK G. WISNER, SR
THE IAN FLEMING OF THE COLD WAR?
by Gary Ginzberg
Frank G. Wisner, Sr. did not dabble in in- groups, and support of indigenous anti-communist el-
significant matters. He built and was the ements in the threatened countries of the free world."
original orchestrator of "The Mighty Wurlitzer Organ," a The new covert network was built by an elite cabal of men
nickname for the first state-sponsored propaganda net- led by Wisner. They tickled the ivories of "The Mighty
work in the United States. Wisner ran a federal agency Wurlitzer Organ" in order to play upon people's emotions
which piped information through a vast array of con- and paint a picture – the beauty of capitalism versus the
tacts in order to sway people's emotions. Later, that ugliness of communism. One of his most effective assaults
agency morphed into The Central Intelligence Agency. A on American public opinion was "Operation Mockingbird."
founding father in the covert world of espionage, Wisner
paid the ultimate price for his role, eventually succumb- The mission – to infiltrate and manipulate America's
ing to the weight of the decisions he had made and the media institutions. The operation was so successful that
repercussions felt by those drawn into his secret web. by 1950 Wisner "owned" numerous respected journal-
ists, including Joseph Alsop, James Reston, Walter Pin-
Wisner had a remarkable history. After enlisting in the cus and Ben Bradley. He developed a vast network of
Navy shortly before Pearl Harbor, he gravitated towards contacts within front organizations located in Europe,
the world of counter-intelligence, with the final por- the United States and parts of the developing world.
tion of his tour of duty being spent as a spy on the So-
viet Union. He tried to raise the alarm regarding Rus- Wisner's layered network of contacts was modeled on
sia’s intention to annex Eastern Europe, but in vain. His the Communist Front, and, in America, it was pow-
voice, however, was heard and respected in the American ered by the natural energy of American "Associational-
defense family. In 1947, none other than Dean Acheson ism" – the tendency of Americans to form groups, es-
invited Wisner to join the State Department's Office of pecially citizen associations, an American institution.
Special Services (OSS), mainly a paramilitary operation Why not infiltrate key American groups and use that
that was mostly ineffectual. Wisner accepted, even while tendency to influence the mind of the average Ameri-
he lobbied for a brand new intelligence agency. In 1948, can – a question which Wisner answered by forming an
the Office of Special Services became the Office of Pro- incredibly pervasive network of propaganda channels
tective Services, with Wisner appointed to organize and that made full use of the iconic organizations of the day.
run what was called the Office of Policy Coordination. In America, Wisner’s network entwined such diverse
elements as labor unions, intellectual groups, femi-
It was his dream come true – to be the one totally re- nist groups and others, many of which were consid-
sponsible for the espionage and counter-intelligence ered to be bastions of liberal idealism. And most of the
activities of our country. And it presented an oppor- leaders of those groups knew the CIA was involved.
tunity for Wisner to shift the emphasis of U.S. anti-
communist strategies from paramilitary action to- Even Gloria Steinhem said, “I was happy to find some liberals
wards more intelligence operations, eventually making in government in those days who were farsighted and cared
Wisner's agency the forerunner of the modern CIA. enough to get Americans of all political views to the festival.”
He sat at the helm of the fledgling agency, recruited a So it seemed that Frank G. Wisner, Sr. was a man with
cadre of old colleagues, including many from Carter Le- flair, someone who could hobnob with the free think-
dyard, and steered the operation's rudder towards pro- ers even while he was attempting to implement the dog-
paganda and espionage. According to the organization's ma of anti-communist, radical conservatism. He could
secret charter, the responsibilities of Wisner's baby income across as liberal as Gloria Steinhem, be a common
cluded "propaganda, economic warfare, preventive di- fixture on the Georgetown dinner party circuit, a mem-
rect action as well as sabotage, anti-sabotage, demolition ber of the set, and, in the same stroke, be the other – a
and evacuation proceedings, subversion against hostile covert CIA senior operative. A dichotomy? A dilemma?
states, including assistance to underground resistance The agency men, including Wisner, were old school. They

apparently disliked the idea of a corpulent government his Office of Protective Services to Western Europe and
feeding the masses, and they reviled what they labeled such regions of the developing world as Southeast Asia,
“official secrecy.” But isn’t that a paradox, considering Africa and South America. The emphasis was to pre-
the business in which these men worked, engaging covert vent “communization” which did enjoy some success.
activity as a government agency, one that was directly in At home, the strings on the “Mighty Wurlitzer Organ” were
financial and strategic collusion with liberal front groups? beginning to unravel. The notes were losing their resonance
They were smart men. They knew what they were doing. due to domestic developments which were tearing the
But they were more motivated by their desire to fight so- American people apart along philosophical and racial lines.
cialism/communism than they were motivated by the By the late 1960’s, America was being split between
rebukes of their conscience. Was Wisner acting out Ian those who refused to let go of their blind faith in the
Fleming’s James Bond fantasy, yet feeling guilty over system and those who were questioning the system.
the hypocritical and sometimes dirty nature of its game? And for those who were questioning the system, there
In his “The Mighty Wulitzer,” author Hugh Wilford was disagreement over tactics. Many of Wisner’s front
groups were also questioning. In the past, Wisner had
been friends with them; now those friendships dis-
solved, as the underlying conservative motives of the
CIA gang were made more apparent by the changing
times. The tensions must have been humming at a high
level in Wisner’s working world of American intelligence.
A large number of operatives and managers of “The

Mighty Wurlitzer” underwent personal crises. And
the environment which fostered those individual cri-
ses soon exploded onto the national scene, the result
noted that, “the CIA was never able to resolve the fun- of investigative reporting by The New York Times,
damental contradiction between cold-war anti-com- and Wisner was thrown into even more turmoil.
munism and (inclusive) domestic reform at the heart In 1967, The New York Times broke a story on the CIA’s
of its front program. In addition, the group never suc- involvement in some of our favorite American institutions.
ceeded in resolving their claims to representativeness- Wisner was now trying to control liberal front groups that
at-home/internationalism-abroad with their covert were in an uproar. Up until then, Wisner had played the
purpose as state-funded weapons of political warfare.” game well with liberal front groups. The exposure of agen-
George Kennan, U.S. Ambassador to the Sovi- cy involvement in bastions of liberalism, however, had a
et Union during the Cold War, described that di- devastating effect on all involved. And the exposure of
lemma very personally when he said, “Operations of agency involvement must have had an interesting impact
that nature are not in the character of our country.” on all of those working for the agency, bringing to the fore
In response to that statement, Wisner may have nodded in all of the ambivalent feelings attached to their experience.
agreement or may have taken on a puzzled look on his face.
We know that Wisner’s agency used tactics that were argu- Even Wisner’s good friend, the liberal-thinking Arthur
ably unethical. Indeed, one of Wisner’s most questionably Schlesinger, a buddy from their days together at the
dark moments came when, after World War II, he used OSS, who had frequently discussed matters with Wis-
ex-Nazi war criminals as part of Operation Bloodstone. ner on the Georgetown party circuit, now felt that he
had to break off their friendship because he was con-
So it is likely that Wisner wrestled with the issue of his cerned about Wisner’s obsession with the threat of com-
agency’s tactics being morally questionable, a wrestling munist elements. Wisner’s life was now being over-
event that would have taken place at some level of his run by the conflicts which he had handled so adeptly
consciousness, although maybe not in his awareness. in the past. It was the unfolding of Wisner’s tragedy.
We’ll never know for sure what was going inside of Wis- His relentless and obsessive pursuit of victory over the
ner’s mind, but he initially directed the energy of his Of- communists had probably narrowed his perspective, as he
fice of Protective Services into Eastern Europe, attempting molded reality to his own liking, somehow maintaining an
to foment resistance to existing governments, hopefully illusion of nobility required for the execution of his task. Now
leading to regime change. That was a fiasco, with noth- the seamy underbelly of Wisner’s agency body lay exposed.
ing accomplished. Wisner then turned the attention of (Continued on page 19 )

Lin Lee’s
10 Rules of Renovation
1) This is the time do it right. Make the changes that

will allow you and your family to live in the house in this new
world.
2) Create a wish list. Communicate your vision with

pictures from quality shelter magazines of what you like
and do not like. This is a visual business. A picture really
is worth a thousand words.
3) If you can, live in the space first. Before the con-

struction starts, decide if you can live with the dust and
upheaval. You may want to move out.
4) Find a renovation team that you genuinely like.

Renovation is a hard process, in some ways like a mar-
riage. Start out with a partner that you respect. Check
portfolios for the quality of the work, as well as the diver-
sity of styles.
5) The internet makes us feel like we are instant ex-

perts. Trust your design team first or you may regret your
independent path.
6) Look at the sustainable options. Weigh the up front

cost with the long-term savings. Work with a team that has
current knowledge.
7) You pay one way or another. Never go with the low-

est priced contractor/design team or make your builder/
design team choose the lowest priced subcontractor. That
creates a very weak pyramid, with your contractor/design
team on top, precariously holding your job in their hands.
8) Spend ample time on the plans before demolition.
Let all the voices be heard-architect, designer, builder,
landscape designer. Your project will be much stronger for
it and run more smoothly.
9) When you start your renovation, make sure to finish

it. If you don’t get to something when the walls are open
and the dust flying, you never will.
10) Always remember, this is your house. It should al-

ways be about how you live.
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(Continued From Page 17) independent and creative thinker, (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15)
a bold tool of the system, someone
The events of the 1960’s put enor- who took action. And he was one of prison in South Africa that had
mous pressure on him, raising the those individuals who served as a contained Mandela, where it was
temperature in his cauldron of working member of a cultural insti- reported that Zuma kept his cell-
fears and desires and causing him tution. He was a part of the Ameri- mates’ spirits high with songs and
to suffer a nervous breakdown. He can system, indeed, a cog in the ma- animated stories.
could no longer handle the devel- chine which he had actually helped
opments in his life rationally, and to build and shape, the modern CIA. His personality and talent de-
he was admitted to a hospital. After picted in the documentary super-
being released he did not do well. He was an individual and the Sys- sede any notion of an uneducated
Wisner was not able to overcome tem, both at the same time – a tough freedom fighter that made it out of
his demons; finally, he killed him- juggling act during a crucial pres- poverty. It clearly shows his con-
self with his own son’s shotgun. A sure-filled era, which eventually be- nection with the people of South
tragic story of a man who want- came unmanageable. Yet the fruits Africa, whether singing the Zulu
ed to do the right thing – protect of Wisner’s labor may have helped anthem, "Bring Me My Machine
his country against communism. to prevent more countries from Gun," at political rallies or walking
falling under communist influence with ordinary South Africans on
And the worthiness of that goal back in the late fifties and sixties. the streets – one doesn't have to
has since been proven true, to wonder why is he so popular.
some degree, by the brutally to- That may be a relative good, with a
talitarian nature of communist little less suffering by the masses. Besieged by charges of corrup-
governments. But at the same In the end, who are we to judge? tion and rape, along with other
time, Wisner was pushed beyond By any standards, Wisner did achieve gaffes that portrayed him as both
his own moral boundaries in pur- a great deal and had much success. homophobic and misogynistic,
suit of his goal, which assumed Zuma, a Zulu traditionalist and a
possibly paranoid proportions. He professed a love for this coun- polygamist, nevertheless became
try, dedicated his life to the pur- President of South Africa.
Was he a victim of the aggres- suit of his version of patriotism,
sion, narcissism and paranoia of and became a founding father in Obviously, there was much po-
our own American psyche? Cer- an American institution. In his litical intrigue behind the accu-
tainly, he fell victim to a darker personal life, Wisner raised a well- sations. "The rape trial was the
side of the American personal- adjusted and productive family. second or third major incident,
ity, perhaps to the dark side of His son carried on the family tradi- where people thought that he was
the universal struggle between tion of civic involvement by attain- being victimized," said El-Tahri,
civilization and its individuals. ing the post of U.S. Ambassador during a recent interview.
to several countries, even playing

We can all empathize with Wis- a role in the Camp David accords. "Rightly or wrongly, whether he
ner’s sincere belief in the rightness did it or not, that wasn't the issue.
of his actions. Any wrong he may Frank G. Wisner, Sr. lived an excit- The issue is the perception of the
have done is partly the culpabil- ing and fruitful life, as he chose and people of South Africa – that Mbe-
ity of a system which reached out experienced moments of joy and re- ki wanted to run him out of the
to this particular individual, in a gret. He was a complicated man at a political race” so that he wouldn’t
moment of desperation and para- complicated time in a complicated win the Presidency.
noia, and instructed him to “get situation. He led a complicated life.
these guys before they subvert our
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Scientist Battles Stan Lee’s Marvel Empire
Can one businessman take on Spiderman, Iron Man, Stan Lee, who once worked for Marvel Comics, cre-
The Hulk, and X-men? Obviously, Nelson Thall, Chair- ated all of the cartoon icons upon which Marvel
man of the Board and former director of Torstar, a me- Comics has thrived. Nelson Thall joined Stan Lee
dia conglomerate which owns The Toronto Star, the Media and applied his expertise as a media scien-
largest newspaper in Canada, has the money and clout tist to help generate money through his characters.
to wage a prolonged litigious copyright infringement Then Lee took his beloved characters, his intellectual
battle. Thall's legal wrangling in court with Stan Lee property, and created a company of his own. Marvel
Media has been an endless war in court proceedings. Comics came after him as soon as they got wind of
his success, but they ended up offering Lee a deal,
In fact, when Thall talks about Stan Lee Me- which he took. So Thall, as a minority shareholder
dia and the legendary comic book heroes, in and the marketing mind for Stan Lee Media, felt
the hairs on the back of his neck rise. Why? entitled to some of the lion's share of the profits.
"They cut me out of the fi- In his complaint, Thall’s law-
nancial deal," Thall said, yer, Garbus, accuses Mar-
during a telephone interview vel, Lee's business partner,
from his Canadian office. "I Arthur Lieberman, current
was a minor shareholder in Marvel CEO Isaac Perlmut-
Stan Lee Media, and when ter, and Avi Arad, a major
the owners found out that Marvel shareholder, of col-
Stan put the company into luding "to hide and misap-
bankruptcy, unofficially, propriate financial interests
they took him to court." in Lee's creations assigned
But Thall doesn't seem too to Stan Lee Media in 1998
worried. He has famed tri- and reaffirmed in 1999."
al lawyer Martin Garbus, Accordingly, profits from
whose clients have included Lee's comic creations be-
Lenny Bruce and Don Imus. long to the company,
which had emerged from
Now Garbus is doing bat- bankruptcy in 2006.
tle with Superhero leg-
end Stan Lee Media. The suit also claims that Mar-
In the suit, Garbus maintains vel, et al, had violated Stan
that the respondents had Lee Media's copyright inter-
violated his clients' copy- ests and that the firm is due
rights, ignored their rights profits from all properties,
as shareholders in Stan Lee including blockbuster films
Media, Inc., and improperly that were made after 1998
purloined $750 million in and based on Lee's creations.
profits from Marvel-owned The lawsuit's allega-
franchises like Spider-Man, Iron Man and the X-Men. tions were immediately rebuffed, with Marvel is-
The $750 million dollar lawsuit represents a 50% suing a statement asserting that it was filled with
ownership stake in Marvel and Lee-held properties. "ridiculous claims," and Lee's attorney, Mark W.
Williams, asserting that, "We look forward to a
"We are owed about a billion dollars," he said. "I positive resolution for Stan Lee and his family."
sued for $750 million. A percentage of Marvel's Marvel also argues that the lawsuit features
gross income is paid to Stan Lee. He's the creator," claims that have been pursued in previous cases.
Thall explained, then added, "Stan Lee Media owes
us for X-men, Spiderman and the Incredible Hulk." Garbus countered Marvel’s claims by pointing out

WRITTEN bY ERWIN KANTOR
Stan Lee counter attacks with all out legal Blitz.

that the suit differs in that, in addition to Lee, it names In addition to serving as Director of Research for the
others, including current Marvel CEO Isaac Perlmut- Centre for Media Sciences, Thall consults with gov-
ter and Avi Arad, who produced several of the block- ernment officials, federal tribunals, commissions
buster films featuring Marvel characters. "It's a very and business organizations in Canada and abroad,
different lawsuit," he said. "It's different money." as well as lecture. His books have been published
in the United States, Canada, Britain and Russia.
In addition, he explained, he suspected that Lee, who His expertise on "virtual reality technology" and
once sued Marvel over profits from his creations, had "multimedia" has allowed him to define legal terms
entered into a bad agreement which deprived Stan for the Federal Court of Canada and to develop a
Lee Media of the windfall from blockbuster movies television series with Dr. Timothy Leary. Thall
such as the."Spider-Man" and "X-Men" trilogies. has been quoted and interviewed in over 100 ma-
Recognized as a leading authority on the science jor magazines and newspapers around the world.
of communication media and process analysis,
Thall’s extensive background and expertise has al- Bill Gates and Peter Lloyd invited him to contrib-
ready contributed scientific proficiency essential to ute an essay to the book, “Web Weaving,” in 1998.
Stan Lee Media's strategic planning and success. While studying at the University of Toronto with
Professor Marshall McLuhan, Thall became a
McLuhan protege and served as President of the
In 1998, Thall was elected to the Board of Direc- Marshall McLuhan Center on Global Commu-
tors at Torstar Corporation, the largest newspa- nications from 1990 to 1995. He currently holds
per publishing group in Canada and owner of both jet aircraft and helicopter commercial pi-
the Harlequin Romance publishing franchise. lot licenses. He is married with two children.

Justice Unpoetic
at WBAI RA D IO H E A D
Pacifica Radio’s local station, WBAI, located in
the center of the f.m. dial in the New York re-
gion, potentially reaches 20 million listeners.
Recent changes instituted by current manage-
ment, however, has its listener-public up in arms.
Much of the battle now brewing has its roots in the

2001 so-called Christmas Coup, when a markedly
conservative element within the Pacifica Founda-
tion had attempted to take over the station, firing
people at will and arranging to sell the signal for
personal profit. Since both its charter and Federal
Communications Commission license established
the non-profit five-station network as listener-
sponsored community radio, a relentless group of
loyalists took the foundation to court and even-
tually won, regaining both the physical plants (in with the intent of firing Mr. White and banning from
Washington, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and the station key personnel whose politics at the sta-
San Francisco) and the Pacifica mission from what tion were, at the least, independent and vociferous.
they viewed as a cabal of opportunists. Having in- Last April, more than 100 WBAI Radio supporters and
curred a debt of no less than five million dollars in listeners gathered outside the Wall Street office, pro-
court related costs (from both sides of the aisle), testing the firing of General Manager Riddle and PD
Pacifica has since been struggling to maintain its Bernard White.
stations with direct support from its listeners.
Sources close to the station have explained that, prior to
Through the ensuing years, another group of con- this recent turnover, the five stations belonging to the
servatives looking to cash in on the fat cow has network focused most of their programming on local
attempted to wedge its way into controlling both community issues and concerns and, for the most part
the Local Station boards and their parent Pacifica were in the hands of strong multi-ethnic coalitions. “The
Board, until, finally, last year, the group, rumored to key here is that the local station board, which also sends
be led and underwritten by multi-millionaire Steve delegates to the national board, is elected by both general
Brown, has allegedly bought its way into a control- listeners and by the largely unpaid staff. When loyal lis-
ling majority. Thus, the current battle between the teners don’t participate in those elections or stay in tune
progressive voices of WBAI (known as Take Back with the politics at the station, then ‘buying’ an election
WBAI) and the new board majority has grown into depends largely on how much who is willing to spend.
a war between progressive and opportunistic ele- That’s basically what happened here,” one source stated.
ments and marked by a series of vindictive actions.
An unpaid producer of a weekly program, the source
Once in place, the new majority wasted no time noted that the station has a "prime radio signal – dead
in firing long-time WBAI Program Director Ber- center in the middle of the radio band. Back in 2001,
nard White, and in reassigning then-station the signal was valued at no less than $300 million. So,
manager Anthony Riddle, who had refused to you know that whoever brokers the deal to corporate
fire Mr. White on the grounds that there were no interests and from the inside is going to get phat rich.
grounds to do so – not legally, anyway. New man- "So far, the new group, largely white, was able to take
agers were immediately imported into New York over the station, replace the Program Director, reas-

H AR D N E W S
York City area that gives voice to alternative and
revolutionary movements.
When she first came into office, another source

close to the station said, Pacifica's interim execu-
tive director, Grace Aaron, had attempted to take
over WBAI air signals by sending her own people
to the Empire State Building, where the trans-
mitter is housed, and alter the station’s ability
to send signals or air its programs without inter-
ference. This was done without the station man-
ager’s knowledge or consent. The attempt failed
because, since 9/11, security over such things
has intensified. Since she didn’t have local clear-
ance, she couldn’t change the signal source.”
sign the General Manager away from the station, and Having failed at that attempt, he explained, she
ban whomever it felt threatened by – every one of these proceeded to carry out her plan to rid the station of
moves was done clearly against due process and in vio- both White and Riddle. Upon doing so, Aaron brings
lation of current by-laws. But who’s going to argue with in her cohorts to take over the reins – all of which
those in charge? You’d have to take them to court, which happens in clear violations of by-laws and due pro-
itself is an expensive process. When you’re the one in cess. “She follows this up,” he says, “by issuing a gag
charge of a network that already has lawyers on staff, you order throughout the network, clearly stating that
simply charge the cost to operating expenses, but an in- anyone speaking on the airwaves against the cur-
dividual or unfunded group of individuals can’t do that. rent politics of the station will be taken off the air.
“Meanwhile,” he adds, “this is not just affecting WBAI. “That’s what they mean by ‘Free Speech Radio’,”
It’s happened in San Francisco and in D.C. – and another producer sardonically added.
guest what? Most of the people fired were Black and
Latino, along with Whites who believe in commu-
-- J. Michael Gordon
nity radio and radical politics. It’s across the board.”
He went on to explain that there are two major

camps. "The progressive coalition includes a group
of white, black and hispanic progressives," he said.
“What the new heat has done is first, get rid of key per-
sonnel, then move in on local and independently pro-
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that are aired only from one source (like San Francisco)
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Global Syndicate plans similar fund-
Project Two -- thirds of the labor force is
reported to be unemployed. It’s es-
raising events in six major U.S. cities.
During the capstone Private Equity In-
timated that 80% of the population evstor and Global Syndicate Founder
by Mitch Ligon live in dire poverty----Haiti’s rate of Jacques-Philippe Pivergerunveiled
hunger is ranked third highest in the “The Cinq (Five) Program,” which in-
A non-profit organization that rais- world, only better than Somali and vites the public to join the movement
es funds for education, economic Afghanistan. Local demand for char- by making a minimum $5 donation
development and health care dis- coal and farming led to deforesta- and recruiting five others to do the
parities on a global scale, hosted a tion; 90% of the trees were uprooted. same at www.theglobalsyndicate.org
fundraising and awareness initia- These are the challenges that the
tive to support critical humanitar- numerous organizations engaged
ian efforts in Haiti. The event was in working with Haiti, including The entrepreneur and Edeyo Found-
at M2 Ultra Lounge in Manhattan. er, Unik Ernest, has subtantial ex-
Among the many notables in at- perience with Haitian projects.
tendance were: Cliff Louis, of the He united a group of dedicat-
New York Giants; Kevin Lyttle, ed professionals from different
musical sensation; Unik Ernest, backgrounds to rebuild a school
a Haitian born entrepreneur; J. which supplies students with
Alexander Martin, Fubu Owner; learning materials and provides
Assemblyman Karim Camara; As- one hot meal a day to all the 172
semblyman Hakeem Jeffries; Ja- students; 84 boys and 88 girls.
mie Hector, from The Wire; and The large Haitian community in
Jimmy Jean - Louis, of Heroes. New York has also attracted the
Many Americans see Haiti only support of local politicians here.
through the prism of crises: po- “Many of us, who knew the fact
litical turmoil and refugee stag- that Haiti was bold enough to
nation. Yet the country has a glo- break away from the colonialist and
rious and even illustrious history. The Global Syndicate, face. The France, knew there was a reason, why
Global Syndicate wants to col- they have been punished by western
On January 1, 1804, Haiti was the laborate with and unite the ef- Europe and the Western world up
second independent state in the forts of other organizations to until this day,” said Jeffries, a New
Western Hemisphere—it won a support education, healthcare, York Assembly member represent-
long national war of liberation from and economic development there. ing Brooklyn 57th Assembly District.
France, which was led by rebellious They’re conscious enough to un- As an African American and as
slaves. Yet, Haiti was perennially derstand that Haiti needs help and an American, I think there’s been
destabilized by foreign interven- they have the power to bring people a deliberate attempt, often with-
tion, including the United States together,” said Jimmy Jean-Louis, in the educational system, within
which occupied Haiti. The country of Heroes, who was raised in Haiti. the broader socio-economical sys-
also struggled to lay a foundation of tem here, in America’s history, to
political stability, suffering military keep our history away from us.
takeovers and then the long dictator- He is founder of a non-profit orga-
ship of Papa Doc Duvalier followed nization called Hollywood Unites And we see it both locally and see it on
by the short-lived regime of his son. For Haiti, which promotes sports a national level. And we see it in the
and cultural activities for the under- contexts of our place in the world.”
The populist president Jean-Ber- privileged youth. “Haiti has suffered Image (Jacques-Philippe.j at the event
trand Aristide was twice deposed; many setbacks in its rich history and with his proud mother)

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I t is Adrian Sawyer's firm belief that in the evolution of today's global
economy there is a need for a global tax policy. Revolutionary thinking?
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chartered accountant and acting head of the accounting department at the
University of Canterbury, Sawyer is a full-time professor who has pub-
lished more than one hundred articles, chapters and books over the past
thirty years.
With an undergraduate LLB degree under his belt, Sawyer is a fighter, bucking traditionalists in
he earned a post-graduate degree in commerce. the field of economics and emerging in 1998
His book, "Developing a World Tax Organization: The from a personal fight with a terrible illness, ne-
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with economic policy formation and administration. now," he says, which is good for the rest of us.
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JUSTICE & DEMOCRACY 2010 Issue • THE SUIT • 29
GO Communications
A trailblazer within
corporate America
Michael De Kretser is known as the “Tiger Woods of Public Relations” in the com-
munications sector. Working with his son, Peter, Michael founded GO Communi-
cations in 2006. The elder De Kretser has been dubbed an “out of the box thinker.”
He is an ex-CEO and founder of MDK Consultants, one of the region’s leading public
relations consultant firms, and is highly regarded in the communications industry.
“With a career that began as a journalist in Austra-

lia with a leading daily newspaper,” De Kretser said,
“I soon realized that communications was a powerful
“ Major publicity in the world’s media of GO Com-
munication’s many campaigns,” he added, “brings
new business.”
‘weapon’ that could influence people.”
S itting in his office one Tuesday morning, he talked

about his career. “This gave me an opportunity to
T he father-and-son firm deals with well known
brand companies, such as Clarisound (Malaysia’s
leading hearing aid company), Extol (Malaysia’s pub-
work in politics in Australia (for the Liberal Party) as licly listed online security solutions provider), and
a Public Relations Manager set me on the way. Western Digital (the world’s leading hard disk manu-
facturer), among others.
W
ith GO Communications headquartered in Kua-
la Lumpur, Malaysia, he explained, his plans are
underway to open GO Comm offices in Vietnam, Thai-
land, Sri Lanka and Indonesia.
S
pecializing in communications and public relations
work, Go Comm has worked all over Asia, with the
elder De Kretser garnering thirty years of industry ex-
perience. He single handedly built MDK Consultants
and has now built GO Comm.
“ GO Communication’s campaigns have become clas-
sic case studies,” De Kretser asserted. “We placed
the Singapore Girl (SIA stewardess) in Madam Tus- H aving taken his business to new heights by com-
bining innovation and a touch of wisdom, the De
saud’s, London, and she became the first commercial Kretser firm provides overall strategic counseling and
figure in 200 years to be placed in the famous wax- assists in the development of key messages and posi-
works museum. tioning statements for its clients’ markets.”
GO Communications Sdn Bhd S111 & S112, 2nd Floor, Centrepoint, 3, Lebuh
Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama 47800 Petaling Jaya
Tel: (03) 7710.3289 Email: gocomm@gocomm.com.my
“We think locally, act globally anf GO all the way for you”
QUESTIONS FOR MICHAEL DE KRETSER
Q1 : What are some of the chal- flair. And later Lee Kuan Yew (the
lenges you have been faced with former Singapore Prime Minister).
in 2009? Client and consumer con- He demonstrated anything’s possible.
fidence. Constant negative public-
ity in all forms of the media makes
the client and consumer pessimistic. Q7 : Are you optimistic about
This is despite the fact that Malaysia the economy Truly optimis-
has not been ‘hit’ hard by the eco- tic. Simply because the economic
nomic problems affecting most of the downturn was caused by people’s
world. Convincing clients that a fun- greed. Today the consumer is King
damental ‘change’ in direction, strat- or Queen. No longer does Asia catch
egy and attitude is needed in today’s the flu if America catches a cold.
communication. Making companies
realize and understand that today the
consumer is ‘King’ or ‘Queen’. There Q8 : What are you doing to
needs to be honesty and transparen- stay ahead of the game? Be-
cy in the communications approach. ing a ‘die hard’ optimist. If Amer-
Michael De Kretser ica can elect a ‘black’ President,
any dream can come true. More
Q2 : What is the company’s people I believe want to do ‘good’
specialty? Total communica- example, placing the Singapore Girl things rather than ‘bad’ things.
tions. Integrated communica- (SIA stewardess) in Madam Tus-
tions encompassing public rela- saud’s, London. The first commer-
tions, advertising, events and digital. cial figure in 200 years to be placed
Q9 : What strategy have you
in the famous waxworks museum. implemented to stay current
Major publicity in the world’s me-
with new business and mar-
Q3 : What drew you to this india of GO Comm’s many cam- ket trends? As an entrepreneur,
dustry? A career that began as a paigns brings new business.
take calculated risks to grow and be-
journalist in Australia with a lead- come profitable. Employ young, dy-
ing daily newspaper (The Age). I namic people with energy and pas-
soon realized that communications sion. Communicate the truth with
was a powerful ‘weapon’ that could transparency and creativity. Ensure
influence people. An opportunity Q5 : What kind of book are the client gets ‘bottom’ line results.
to work in politics in Australia (for you writing? Currently writing a
the Liberal Party) as a Public Rela- book titled “Long Legs & Lemonade”
tions Manager set me on the way. on my experiences and case stud- Q10 : Any major goals or proj-
ies in the communications industry. ects set for next year? To ex-
Regular articles and col- pand GO Comm geographically in the
umns are written for newspa- Asian region. To become one of the
pers and business magazines. most respected communications com-
Q4 : How do you generate panies with memorable campaigns.
your business? The company,
GO Communications, is Head Quar-
tered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Within the next one year plans are Q6 : Has there been some-
underway to open GO Comm’s offices one influential in your life who
in Vietnam, Thailand, Sri Lanka and has impacted your career? At
Indonesia. Asia is GO Comm’s world. a young age, Aristotle Onassis (the Michael de Kretser
Many of GO Comm’s campaigns have Greek shipping tycoon). A true en- Chief Executive Officer
become classic case studies. For trepreneur who did it with style and GO Communications Sdn Bhd

Does Oil Price Have Wings?
© Copyright Maraco August 2009
Predicting energy price and usage in OWEM confirmed the premise demonstrated by
this tumultuous era is dicey. Could even the Texas Railroad Commission over 70 years ago.
With military guards standing by, cutting East Tex-
a mystical guru have foretold a 1-year
as Field’s rate in half raised price of its produced oil
oil price cycle -- $50►140►35►70? from 10¢ to 68¢/B. Oil price is estab-lished by con-
trolling rate in the region with significant excess ca-
An impetuous call could leave a legacy akin to pacity. Texas, supported by its neighboring states,
that of Lord Kelvin, who in 1899 declared, “Ra- acted as the moderator of oil price into the late 60s. In
dio has no future. Heavier-than-air flying ma- March, 1971 the TRC set proration to 100% of capac-
chines are impossible. X-rays will prove to be a ity. The produc-ing countries having assumed control
hoax.” So, we look back. If, indeed, histowry re- of their producing operations, the oil price scepter
peats itself, the past will throw light on the future. passed into the hands of OPEC (read Saudi Arabia).
As detailed in my papers1,2,3, 31 years ago I became Let us recall that the price peak at the end of the ‘70s
manager of a USC project funded by OPEC to de- resulted from two plunges in OPEC exports. Fall ’73
velop a world energy model, which we appropriate- the reduction of 5 MMBD during OPEC’s Yom Kippur
ly named OWEM (OPEC World Energy Model). For War embargo jumped price from $3 ►12/B. Then, in
four years, I commuted quarterly to drei und neunzig, ’78 – ‘80 the Ira-
Uber Donau Strasse, nian revolu-tion
Wien. During this pe- followed by Iraq’s
riod the farsighted attack on Iran took
2 – 6 MMBD of oil
Dr Yamani moderated out of the market-
OPEC’s aggressiveness place. This time
by discounting Saudi price jumped up
crude by $2 (~26/B). into the $30 –
Several times OPEC 40/B range. Most
meeting rooms echoed of OPEC reveled
with Arabs berating from this plateau
the Saudi representa- of prosperity.
tive for not support- The oil minister,
ing his brothers. But, Gharazi, of the
time would tell. Early price hawk Iran
’81 -- when OPEC rate was quoted, “Iran
had fallen from 33 to will never agree
18 MMBD -- a shake- to reduce its oil
down test of OWEM predicted that if OPEC rate went price from $34/B.” In contradiction, Saudi Arabia es-
from 18 to 20 MMBD, price would fall precipitously tablished its lower tier oil price, as observed above.
below $20/B. Installed in Vienna in ’82, OPEC used Fast forward now to 1985. OPEC’s rate has fallen below
it to make its annual forecast of oil markets at least 15 MMBD for a 2nd time, bringing OPEC’s declining
through the late 90s. At that time, an email from an share of world oil market down to 42%. A news item in
Iranian OPEC representative called my attention a June issue of O&GJ reported that Saudi Aramco’s oil
to an O&GJ article he had published with the lat- export rate was a bit less than 2 MMBD, the result of
est forecast. (Unfortunately, his name is recorded ratcheting down volume to maintain OPEC’s target oil
in the PC a cunning pair lifted from behind my leg price – $34 ► 26 – 28/B. The two major determining
on the train station in Utrecht, The Netherlands.) factors of this squeeze – captured very nicely by OWEM

-- were (1) moderate suppression of demand in North As the graph above shows, except for a bounce during
America, Europe and Japan as measured by price and Iraq’s occupation of Kuwait, oil price approximated
income elasticities, and (2) increase in oil production the target price of $18/B until 2003. From thence to
rate in non-OPEC regions spawned by the oil price. 2007 oil price rose. What was the cause? Increased
(Outside the industrialized regions demand contin- Russian production offset decline in other non-OPEC
ued to grow – OWEM correctly predicted that the bulk countries. In spite of fall-off in Venezuela (internal tur-
of demand growth would occur in these coun-tries.) moil) and Iraq (invasion), OPEC total rate held steady.
So, probably. the most important factor on the supply
One can almost hear the echo of Yamani’s contem- side was the psychology of future shortage – decreas-
plating. ‘This situation is into-lerable. Saudi income ing OPEC spare capacity riding a wave of queries of
has fallen to a starvation level. The country’s position validity of OPEC reserves amplified by Peak Oil dec-
of eminence in controlling oil price has withered and lamations. The burst of demand in Asia, particularly
its long run oil markets are drying up. An adjustment China, caused oil price to ride upward on this wave
in price must occur to reestablish a stable level of de- of concern. These pressures carried price to $70/B in
mand for Saudi -- and OPEC oil.” Googling up the news ‘06-‘07, but at yearend ’07 price fell back to $50/B.
releases of that summer and fall, one can follow this
astute man’s carefully orchestrated, insightful strat- Our tour through history brings us now to the ques-
egy. He berated other OPEC members for cheating tion raised at the beginning. Why did oil price rocket
on their quotas. He met with CEOs of Aramco’s ‘par- upward to $140/B by June 2008? Where was the sup-
ent’ companies assuring there would be no price war ply disruption that triggered all previous upsurges?
– but emphasizing the need for market stability. He The answer; there was none!! Propagandized by sup-
lambasted the North Sea producers for swamping the posedly reputable financial giants (with billion$ bo-
market with oil, their production rate being up nearly nuses) - who told of visions of $200/B oil not in the
10 percent. He deplored two major non-OPEC export- future, but now – the price levitated. After midyear
ers, USSR and Mexico, for not reducing export rate. the price collapsed, as the whole Alice-In-Wonder-
land house of cards fudged together by the world’s
Then he acted! In early August Saudi Arabia an- financial moguls came tumbling down. Ex-perts in
nounced its intention to increase oil rate. At an OPEC tulip sales, chain letters, Ponzi investment schemes
ministerial meeting, it was agreed that OPEC poli- and African & Asian windfalls that need a correspon-
cy would be to protect market share. This declara- dent to be collected are well prepared to churn but-
tion opened the door for the Saudi knockout punch ter from skim milk. Our guru wizard can stand aside.
– netback oil export contracts to increase liftings.
With a netback contract the price paid by the buyer
for a barrel of crude is not set in advance. Rather,
the price is determined after the refined products
from the barrel are sold. The buyer’s ‘cost’ of trans-
porting and refining the barrel is subtracted from

the gross income from the products and this is the
price paid. In this case, the ‘cost’ included a process-
ing fee whose value guaranteed a margin of profit for
the buyer. (oxfordenergy.org/pdfs/WPM10.pdf ). My Papers:
An armada of tanker’s sailed into Ras Tanura. In two 1. SPE 10241 “An Integrated, Computerized World
– three months at 1985’s end, Saudi exports increased Energy Planning Syatem – OPEC” with J. Johns-ton, J.
from less than 2 to 3.5/4 MMBD. Other OPECers of- Nugent & B. Zagalai.
fered deals to pad their liftings. Non-OPEC producers 2. SPE 16290 “Free World Total Primary Energy De-
offered price cuts to hold their volume. Amidst this tur- mand: An Econometric Approach” with M.S. Al-Blehed.
moil oil price collapsed, bottoming at less than $10/B in 3. SPE 16850 “Oil Prices: Can We Predict Where They
are Going”.
February 1986. This tumultuous state of affairs contin-
Dr E. L. Dougherty
ued until year end, at which time OPEC returned to its
Pres, Maraco, Inc.
normal modus operandi – quotas targeting an oil price.

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Financial Services
she has been a national speaker investment strategies, untangling

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nancial services industry the way County area, and she is sought sumers,” says Caligiuri. “I teach
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After graduating with honors from which focuses on consumer educa- Rosemary has earned the Elite IRA
Adelphi College, Rosemary spent tion and pertinent financial issues Advisor designation from Ed Slott
the next 10 years living out a child- in today’s economy. Her show is & Company – one of the nation’s
hood dream in the medical field broadcast every Tuesday morn- foremost IRA experts. Slott is
as a nurse, caring for the physical ing at 9:30 a.m. on WBCB 1490 host of the Public Television Spe-
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them meet their financial health changes concerning IRAs, 401(k)
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formed Harvest Group Finan- Advisor for Senior Living (CASL™)
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comprehensive financial services College of Financial Planning. The Slott & Company, Rosemary also
based in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. esteemed CASL™ designation, belongs to the Million Dollar
which takes roughly 18 months to Round Table (MDRT) – an inter-
Rosemary has earned a reputation complete, has enabled Rosemary national, independent associa-
for excellence in her industry. For to provide even more client-centric tion of the top one percent of the
the past 12 years, in addition to ad- services to her mature clientele. world's most successful life insur-
vising thousands of valued clients, These services include age-based ance and financial services profes-

sionals. She is a proud member of ‘secret.’ I’m a very transparent per- our neighborhood. Those were not
the National Ethics Bureau, the son – what you see is what you get – easy times, but she was tireless –
Better Business Bureau the Fi- and I think clients appreciate that. raising capital, paying for her busi-
nancial Planning Association, the Ever since I got into this indus- ness and earning a living as an in-
Financial Services Institute, and try, everything I’ve done has been dependent entrepreneur. She was
the National Association of In- straight-forward, client-focused an amazing woman and mentor.”
surance and Financial Advisors. and authentic,” says Caligiuri.
“Our economy has been incredibly Rosemary is also quick to point
In a predominately male industry, rocky over the past few years, but out that the booming success of
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individual awards and accolades in our clients. By using income-pro- assembled an entire team of pro-
recent years. She earned the 2008 ducing assets and establishing safe fessionals to assist her provid-
“Neighbors Choice Award Best in havens of investments that literally ing an unrivaled client experience
Bucks County” (winning in the cat- ‘buy time’ for the risk-based in- and full complement of services.
egories of Best Financial Planner vestments to grow, the client is to-
and Best Investment Broker) as tally prepared for the income they Bea Tiberge brings over 12 years’ ex-
voted by the readers of the Phila- need for the next 20 years, while perience working with seniors and
delphia Inquirer. She has been the growth positions go through has taught many classes in wealth
awarded the “2009 Five Star: Best their gyrations. Our clients’ nest transfer, retirement income plan-
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ers in the Philadelphia area. She ness savvy and relentless work senior and business professional
was also recently named the “Se- ethic. Raised in New York’s Long groups and is a frequent guest host
nior Market Advisor of the Year” Island, Rosemary was one of four on the Harvest Group radio show.
by Senior Market Advisor Maga- girls born to Italian-American par- Loretta Hutchinson is a fee-based
zine – hand-selected from a field ents. She remembers, “I grew up Advisory Associate and licensed
of thousands of advisors around with incredible role models. As insurance agent with Harvest
the country based upon her unri- young girls, we lived in Jamaica, Group. She has worked for sev-
valed commitment to her clients. Queens, and my grandmother eral national banking firms con-
opened a grocery store, selling dry ducting internal audits and pre-
The keys to her success? “It’s not a goods and meat to the people in paring financial statements for

institutional investors. Loretta helps clients find tax- income vehicles and offer a more diverse offering of in-
favorable asset allocation models, and she also con- vestments that is available outside the 401(k) arena.”
ducts various financial workshops at local colleges. Rosemary remains heavily focused on helping ma-
ture clients meet their financial needs. Her general
Robert Grupp joined Harvest Group Financial Ser- counsel to these individuals who are already retired?
vices in June of 2008. After spending 3 years as a “Take a good gut check of your needs. Make sure your
professional football player with the Kansas City financial professional has taken a full history of your
Chiefs, Bob became a Registered Representative in needs including income, pension provisions, spending
1986. He holds the Series 63, 65, and 7 securities needs, and even a tax return analysis for possible tax
registrations as well as the Chartered Financial Con- traps. Then, and only then, can a good planner build
sultant (ChFC), the Certified Fund Specialist (CFS) a portfolio suitable for your individual situation.”
and the Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) designations.
Caligiuri also feels it’s important to be considering
Thomas Ahern joined the Harvest Group team in future generations. “Your professional should also
January of 2009 as an Advisory Associate with over be looking at the legacy of your estate. They should
a decade of experience in the financial services in- be considering things like, ‘What taxes will be lev-
dustry. He holds the AAMS (Accredited Asset Man- ied on this while you are alive, and what taxes will
agement Specialist) and RFC (Registered Financial be owed when it passes to the next owner?’ Inheri-
Consultant) certifications and specializes in working tance taxes, income taxes and death taxes can erode
with clients nearing retirement, transitioning from an estate by 40-70%. This is a terrible loss that can
accumulation strategies to an emphasis on asset probe easily be mitigated, if not eliminated altogether.”
tection, income generation and asset distribution.
At Harvest Group Financial Services, relationships are
On the heels of one of the most volatile economic pe- rooted in trust. “Trust is earned and not bestowed,”
riods our country has ever faced, Caligiuri has seen an says Caligiuri. “I have to give my clients something
influx in new Boomer clientele – ten to twelve years before they give me their trust. I don’t charge a fee for
out from retiring – looking for sound financial advice. my services. Instead, I ask several questions and listen
Although her advice to each client is individualized, intently before educating my clients on their options,
Rosemary does see some commonalities within this age and they get an enormous amount of valuable informa-
group. “They are in the ‘red zone’ – the crucial 10 years tion at our very first appointment. I tell people all the
before retirement – and many of them simply cannot time – ‘Your future is too important to leave to chance
afford to make mistakes. We visit the allocations of their – you worked for it – now let’s help you enjoy it!’”
401(k)s, look at the opportunity to roll out, tax-free, a
portion of their 401(k) to safer future income invest-
ments that are not typically offered inside their plans.”
Rosemary says many new Boomer-age clients have
simply never been made aware of their options. “Many Many people want to know how to contact Rose-
people never even imagined this type of tax-free roll- mary and her team of professionals at Harvest
over was even possible. They certainly won’t hear about Group Financial Services. They can be reached by
it from their employer. We are constantly looking for calling (215) 860-6056, or you may also visit them
ways to mitigate the risk, establish future cash flow & online at www.harvestgroupfinancialservices.com.
Rosemary G. Caligiuiri (dba Harvest Group) is a registered representative offering securities through Centau-
rus Financial Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC, Supervisory Branch: 3902 State Street, Suite 101, Santa Barbara,
CA 93105, 1-888-569-1982.

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Valerie MacLeod, MBA
Valerie MacLeod, a they want, even though with other talented strat-
jokingly describes it as
Global Partner with the leaders and employees egists. Having worked “herding cats.” This stra-
Haines Centre for Stra- are working hard. She ex- throughout North Amer- tegic visionary received a
tegic Management, had plains that she helps or- ica and in South Africa,Bachelor of Mathematics
ambitions of creating ganizations hit their tar- she has her sights set from the University of Wa-
a business of her own. gets by “getting everyone on Singapore, Austra- terloo and her MBA from
pulling in the same di- lia and New Zealand. the University of Calgary.
“That had always been rection.” That way there She revealed that “most
my dream,” MacLeod are no wasted efforts. “I learn as much from people are surprised
explained from her Ca- working with clients in when they discover I am
nadian office. “I thought “Especially in difficult diverse countries and a mathematician with an
about consulting for over times, organizations need industries as they learn MBA in Human Resourc-
five years so when the clarity in direction and from me, maybe I even es, but they soon value my
opportunity presented employees need to know learn more” she jokes. unique blend of business,
itself I was ready and what they should be do- people and technology.
jumped right on it!” she ing to move the organi- All of her work in differ-
revealed. Her company zation in that direction,” ent countries and organi- I am energized when help-
was founded in 1996 and MacLeod shared. She zations has inspired Ma- ing organizations hit their
soon after she became also added “I believe that cLeod to write her third financial and operational
a Global Partner in the employees want to do a book, “When in Rome… targets – it’s always chal-
Haines Centre, which is a good job, they just need Getting Different Peo- lenging and never boring!”
global alliance of diverse clear goals and feedback.” ple on the Same Page.”
master consultants, in- MacLeod helps align The book is about help-
volved in business strat- employees with the ing people be successful
egy, change, leadership, shared goals through fa- working in other cultures
and people management. cilitation, training and – different countries, or-
executive coaching. ganizations and teams.
MacLeod says she works She enjoys being a part of MacLeod enjoys her role Valerie MacLeod
with organizations that a global alliance because on the Haines Centre’s w w w . V a l e r i -
aren’t achieving the results she works and travels Executive Committee and e M a c L e o d . c o m

Dr. Jean-Francois Richard
Distinguished world renowned research institu-

tion C.O.R.E. (Louvain) and head
versity of Pittsburgh US GDP fore-
cast model (http://www.dhariha-
of the Department of Economics ran.info/dhlr/index.php). This
University (Pittsburgh). He has published
two books and more than 70 ref-
model has been exceptionally accu-
rate in identifying economic cycles
Professor of ereed articles in leading econom-

ics journals. He is an elected fel-
and NBER recessions in the post-
war period. It predicts a likely end
low of the Econometric Society, a to the current recession before the
Economics fellow of the Econometric Journal
and Chevalier de l’Ordre de Leo-
end of 2009. The model is currently
being revised to incorporate leading
University of Pittsburgh pold (Belgium). He has obtained indicators which have contributed
14 major research grants (10 from in triggering the current recession.
For the past 36 years, Dr. Jean- the National Science Foundation).
Francois Richard has been teach- Richard teaches introductory and
ing his students statistics and eco-Richard’s main area of research is advanced econometrics to gradu-
nomics and their importance in
econometrics (blending statistics ates students and introduction to

society. He is also pursuing an ac- and economics) with specializa- mathematical modeling in social
tive research career. He obtained tion in decision sciences (Bayesian sciences to undergraduates. He
a B.A in physics and a PhD in methods), Monte Carlo simula- has served on more than 50 dis-
economics at the Catholic Univer- tion techniques, time series mod- sertation committees (13 as main
sity of Louvain after spending one eling and forecasting, empirical supervisor). Most of his past PhD
year at the University of Chicago. game theoretic models (auctions, students currently hold academic
procurements, bidding, collu- positions in universities worldwide
He has held academic positions at sion) and dynamic state-space
the London School of Economics, models (stochastic volatility, asset
the Catholic University of Louvain, returns). Emphasis is set on op-
Duke University and since 1991 at erational solutions to analytically
the University of Pittsburgh. He intractable real-life applications.
has been research director of the He is one of the authors of the Uni- -- J. Michael Gordon

RISING STAR ON AERONAUTICS
has been permanently placement in the Hall of Fame.
Lopes Santos is also an Honorable Consultant to
the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Africa and
to the Chamber of Commerce President in Portu-
gal of the Democratic Republic of Congo in Africa.
Company History:
In its first few decades, the history of commercial
aviations was relatively stable; the fruit of an era in
which companies were integral parts of the image
of their own countries. The world is different, as is
commercial aviation. Great and historic companies
could not resist the highly aggressive, competitive
environment and successive difficulties caused in
large part by the political problems of current times.
TAP has also experienced difficult times throughout
history. Therefore, in recent years, and with profes-
sional management, the Company has combined
essential elements for offering everyone its best.
The Portuguese people have for TAP, as in the case
with other people facing national institutions or em-
blematic companies, an affectionate love-hate rela-
Fernando Lopes Santos has earned his wings as
tionship. Upon evaluation of the signals received, lately
an airline pilot for TAP Portugal, an international
we should say that love is present in this relationship.
Portuguese airline market leader, part of the Star
Alliance, one of the largest airlines in the world.
The company currently flies to 58 destinations TAP is a Portuguese airline market leader, which cel-
throughout 27 countries in Africa, North and South ebrated its 60th anniversary on March 14th of 2005;
America. "My experience in this industry is sec- the date on which it also became part of the Star Al-
ond to none," he said. "I have 18 years in Aeronau- liance, the largest global alliance of airlines in the
tics and consulting experience in this industry." world. Having its hub in Lisbon gives it a privileged
access platform to Europe. The Company current-
Lopes Santos flies both passengers and cargo planes
ly flies to 58 destinations, throughout 27 countries
on an international basis. He's also in charge of over-
in Africa and North and South America; a region in
seeing the study of flight planes and aircraft control
which TAP stands out as being the leading opera-
operations. In fact, Lopes Santos has the aeronautical
tional European transportation company to Brazil.
skills to fly a Boeing 400 and AirBus 319, 320, 321, 330,
340, the Fokker 100, and countless other airplanes.
-- Eric Daniels
He provides consulting and real estate work in such
countries as the United States, Canada, Brazil Venezuela
and Africa. He is the founder of BC Investments (2007),
and is recognized as a major entrepreneur in his field.
Named as Man of Year in 2009, he's registered in
the International Who's Who Historic Society and

“Star Pilot Flying
High With
Star Alliance”
Holocaust Survivor
Anna Lincoln
Holocaust survivor Anna Lincoln was born in War- Since then, Anna traveled back to China to receive
saw, Poland during World War II. Her parents had an Honorary Doctorate degree from the Fudan
made an important decision to escape to China, University in Shanghai, in 1994. During her stay in
where she spent most of her childhood years growing Shanghai, she wrote several more books, including
up and learning the language. "The Art of Peace" (1995), and, "The Nature of Love"
(1997). She then co-directed a television documen-
Ms. Lincoln was exceptionally smart. In China, she tary drama, "Escape to China 1941-1948," in 1998. A
studied at an English-speaking school. After a long third and fourth book soon followed – "Anna Lincoln
battle with Berkley University, she was finally accept- Views China" and "China Beyond the Year 2000,"
ed at 15, and was the youngest in history to attend both in the same year.
that school.
After marriage, she tried to raise money while also
After finishing her Bachelor's at Berkeley, Anna left attempting to convince the Chinese government to
to New York where she studied French and Russian donate money to her film production company in
at New York University. In 1965, she graduated at order to make a movie about how she and her family
the top of her class with honors. In 1967, Anna at- experienced a failed attempt to escape China during
tended Columbia University and graduated with a World War II. Currently, her name and story can be
Master's degree. found at the Holocaust Museum in California.
In fact, Ms. Lincoln later became a public speaker on Always with several hats to wear, she has served
such topics as peace, friendship and human rela- as Chairperson, American Red Cross, Tuxedo Park
tions. She has also worked as a teacher at the Wald- (1969-1971); President, Veterans Hospital Division,
wick High School in New Jersey, from 1966 to 1969. American Red Cross; and, Honorary United States
With a passion for composition and films, she wrote Goodwill Ambassador for Peace and Friendship at
a book, "Escape to China 1940-1948," in 1985. China (1984-1988).
-- HENRY DARCY
COSTLY HEALTH CARE
Saad Allawi I.wears two hats. The first hat is as chair- out a smarter way to do it at a lesser cost," he notes.
man of the board and co-founder of Performance "The track record says that you can pick up the cost to
Logic. The company provides web-based software up to 9-10% in hospitals without having any impact."
for performance improvement in health care, work- Generally, he doesn't have much faith in government
ing with local government and – too many mixed records. There
with its project management and are a few exceptions, he adds, where
portfolio management sections. government excels. One such area is
"We design software tools with the Veterans Administration, which
built-in performance dash boards happens to be the largest system in
and have designed them specifi- the country with over 76 billion in
cally for the health care indus- spending. Government administra-
try," Allawi explains, then adds, tion happens to manage that better
"All of us have done much work than anything else in the country.
about health care cost reduction The VA bears a lower cost than the
and performance improvement." norm and its outcomes are better,
The second hat he wears is as putting more doctors and nurses to
President of the performance work. The other sectors in govern-
transformation division that ment are doing terrible, he adds.
builds cost-reduction systems. Allawi elaborates on this
For the last three months, Al- point by stating that, "In real-
lawi has been building the 3rd gen- ity, it's based on design, and
eration with a focus on healthcare cost reduction. who provides the lowest cost in health care."
He says, "I built generation one for APM in the Among his new projects, creating cost reduction plans
late 1980's, and generation two for William Mer- for the 3rd generation; the 1st one was all about the ap-
cer in the 1990s, as well as generation three for proach, the 2nd is about the solution. We take what in-
NAVIS & Company," a healthcare consulting firm. dustry has done 15 years ago and apply it now,” he says.
"I am the senior advisor for health care technology com- “I used to work for McKenzie. Before that I was
panies,” he said from his home. “One Hundred top hos- an engineer, and one day a small consulting firm
pitals study my work,” he adds, which he co-authored called APM contacted me to head up cost reduc-
when he was with Mercer. “Sixteen years of publishing tion in health care. I came in that way and got
and I am still senior advisor of the board," he added. hooked into it. I’ve been doing that 22 years now.
"If the government can provide much less cost- “When the U.S. invaded Iraq back in 2003, the co-
ly health care, then that's not a bad idea," he alition provisional authority was running the coun-
notes. "If they can't do it, then it's a lousy idea." try. I was an advisor to one individual senior on the
Allawi explained that 80% of failures occur at execution, authority in the private sector development area in
not planning. He says, "So we are talking about a design, Iraq. I think the only way to get the economy back
and it doesn't matter when it hits the ground – any plan on track is to let the private sector thrive,” he asserts.
you have will go out the window," he adds, then muses, “Ayad Allawi was the first prime minister of Iraq after
"How you execute on it is of most importance." He has the invasion,” he continues. “And Ali Alaawi has written
planned and executed over forty cost reductions plans a couple books on Iraq, and he was the minister of de-
for hospitals over the last 22 years. "People can figure fense and trade and finance. The family is well known.”
WATCH I N G O UT F O R
A NEW BR E E D O F
ENTR e P R e Neu R S
Interview with Vera N. Held
Author Vera N. Held, M.Ed., is a coach, facilitator,

speaker, writer and Public Relations consultant. She runs
VNH Communications in Toronto, and, in addition to Canada,
works in the United States, Europe and Asia.
Writing for national websites and publications, she has a

monthly column, "Make it Work," which appears in the To-
ronto Sun's “Job Boom,” as well as in “24 Hours Toronto.”
Her monthly column, "Act with Courage," appears on Good
New Toronto, an online newspaper accessible through www.
goodnewstoronto.ca.
The following are excerpts from an interview The Suit recently

conducted with Ms. Held:
VERA HELD
The Suit: How did it all start? sociation) annual conference. It's writing of all kinds.”I just completed
the second largest conference of its a branding statement for a client in
Vera N. Held: Writing drove me to kind in the world. For three solid manufacturing. Yes. Canada still has
become a Media Scientist. I started days, our media room was filled a manufacturing sector!” I enjoyed
when I was three, and I never looked with volunteers on shifts. What fun. developing his unique style and tone.
back. And when you can combine A subsequent and international ca- TS: What have been some
communication and education – for reer highlight was working with of your obstacles this year?
me the two are inextricably inter- the Chiyoda Chemical Company
twined – then the opportunity for and the Nippon Electric Compa- VNH: We all have to keep going in
real growth and real change is pres- ny, and others when I worked in spite of and despite the economic
ent. My writing and media relations Tokyo, in 1983, ‘84. I was 26 and challenges. The thing about chal-
work in conjunction with the coach- what a power-packed year that was! lenges is that they create great oppor-
ing, facilitation and speaking that I do My background is eclectic (two de- tunities for growth – personal and
to really help people. I am successful grees in communication and two in business. Awareness is key. People
when my audience of clients learns, education, and I come from a multi- are tightening the reins on spending;
grows and successfully gets their cultural and multi-lingual home). so I and others – in fact, everyone
messages across. In 2007, I spoke to And as I feel comfortable with all in business – are cognizant of this,
200 at the bi-annual conference for language and cultural groups, I and we're rolling with the punches
Toys R Us, and I spoke to over 600 can successfully impact corpora- and carrying on, and in meaningful
at the Industrial Accident Preven- tions to meet their communica- ways. My motto is to continue to do
tion Association (IAPA) conference. tion goals at the corporate level and good work. People want to work with
One of the highlights of my media through their management teams. good people who do good work. We
career was running the national me- When I worked with the internation- all have to keep going in spite of and
dia conference when Terry Fox died. al sales team, for example, at aircraft despite the economic challenges.
I was 23, and a young pup of a me- giant Bombardier, it was evident how
dia relations specialist working for easily cross-cultural miscommuni- TS: How has the econo-
the Public Relations arm of Vickers cations can happen. These profes- my affected your work?
& Benson Advertising in Toronto. sionals were from around the world
In 2006, I helped run the HRPA and sold around the world – but not
(Human Resource Professionals As- in English. I loved it. And I adore
VNH: Everyone's been affected. I got my first poem published this squash player. I'm from the school
The questions are always: (a) what year and look forward to more fic- of strong body, strong mind, and I
can we learn; (b) is there any- tion in my life, as well. I'd also like practice what I preach to my clients.
thing we need to do differently? to get a children's book out there.
In 1991, I took an amazing one- TS: What goals have you set for
month trip to South America. The TS: What is your economic 2010?
finale was the widest waterfall in outlook over the midterm?
the world – Iguazu Falls, in Argen- VNH: I've been sitting on a second
tina. Up close, you're caught in the VNH: Good. Now is not the time best-seller for a bit now and truly need
minutia. You're right there with the to kvetch but rather to trim trees, to get off my keester. Seriously, I have
fall roaring in front of you and water plant seeds and carry on. Recovery another book I want to get out there
gushing all over you. Then, I got in to help people get in touch with the
a cab and traveled to Brazil. There, important human elements they need
I went up in a helicopter over the to bring to every humane workplace.
fall. Now, the vista was quite differ-
ent and all the humans looked like I want people to truly like themselves
ants. Up in the clouds, although still at work and use their time wisely and
majestic, the fall also looked small- well, both on and off the job. On the
er and calmer. That story became coaching, facilitation and speaking
a part of my heart and of my work side, I'm doing some terrific work with
and is the basis of Chapter Ten of clients to help them further develop
my book. I tell all my clients, "When self-awareness of their own triggers
you're losing your perspective, it's and communication styles and how
time to get up in that helicopter." they interact with others at work.
It works. We truly can't see or think
straight when we're so close to an My services are all geared towards
issue. A little space goes a long productivity. I'm also working on a
way to effective problem solving. main feature on mental health disor-
And that's what we need most in ders at work which will be out, Spring
this new economy – perspective. 2010, in HR Professional Magazine.
With people being laid off or feel-
TS: Have you authored any pub- ing anxious about the possibility of
lications? it happening to them or members of
their family, disability claims in Can-
VNH: My best-seller, which is has started and, no matter what, ada have soared. I've had reports to
called, "How Not to Take It Person-
the glass must always be half full. the effect that over 80% of claims are
ally," has sold over 20,000 copies in
Optimism is one terrific way to en- now related to mental health issues.
English, French, German and Turk-sure health and well being, and I
ish. I'm grateful that I've been able
instill "health" as the Number One I'd like to help people gain the
to help so many, and I look forward
priority in all my clients. There are confidence and communications
to writing my next book on cour- many things we can live without. skills to come forward at work with
age. I've written a gazillion features their legitimate issues to get the
in a number of genres – human re-But strong emotional, physical, spiri- right help at the right time so that
sources, business, travel, training
tual and intellectual health are the they're back on track as soon as
and development, careers, money, cornerstones of personal and pro- possible. As with most things in
etc. There have also been columns.
fessional success. To that end, I eat business and in life, early interven-
well, laugh a lot, cuddle with my tion is critical to long-term success.
My two current columns are "Make kitty, enjoy my buddies, don't take
it Work," in The Toronto Sun and things personally (even if they were
24 Hours Toronto, and "Act with intended that way), and I'm at the w w w . t o r o n t o s u n . c o m
Courage" in Good News Toronto. gym daily. I'm an avid walker and w w w . v e r a h e l d . c o m

British Sociological Association
CEO
Judith Mudd, CEO, of the British Sociologi- has sociologists from varied backgrounds, includ-
cal Association has broken the glass ceiling in ing research, teaching, students and practitioners.
the corporate world. After graduating from De
Montfort University with a Bachelor’s degree in “We are a well-respected organization,” Mudd
History, she cut her teeth in business at BSA. said, “We’ve been quietly progressing and reach-
ing our goals within this institution.” Mudd
Mudd said, “The organization promotes soci- said BSA “provides a network of communi-
ology, and empowers sociology in Britain.” She ties to all who are concerned with the promotion
said the association was founded in 1951, and they and use of sociology and sociological research.”
have well over 2,500 members. The organization
Burgess Center for -- J. Michael Gordon
the Handicapped
Dr. Rachel Lillian Burgess is a well
round psychologist, teacher, consul-
tant who works with handicapped chil-
dren. The passion that drives her began
"after my son was diagnosed. I worked
closely with him," Burgess affirmed.
Charles A. Moore is a law part- on energy law. "Dewey & LeB-
Under her guidance, her son adjusted ner at Dewey & LeBoeuf, LLP. oeuf, LLP is a full service firm
well and eventually attended a Uni- As a corporate barrister, he with over 1,500 lawyers around
versity. "I discovered my passion to has applied "facts to the law," the world," Moore states. His
work with the handicapped. So I went working on such controversial own specializations include
on to get my Ph.D. in psychology." headliner cases as the Enron business solutions, gover-
All her life, Dr. Burgess has been a scandal, in addition to count- nance, compensation benefits,
nurturing human being. She was less other cases involving high- energy, and environmental law.
successful enough to open her own profile energy-policy issues.
clinic, the Burgess Center for the Certainly, Moore, a former "My affiliations involve the
Handicapped, and authored an educa- General Counsel for the Fed- U.S. Federal Energy Regula-
tional program to assist handicapped eral Energy Regulatory Com- tory Commission as well as
people learn to make their adjustments. mission. is determined to the American Bar Association,
make a difference in the le- the Energy Bar Association,
Listed in Community Leaders of gal field. For the past twelve the Texas Bar Association."
the World, she is lauded as one of years, he has served as Chair- He graduated with a B.A.
this century’s outstanding intel- man of Health Care Choice, from the University of Hous-
lectuals and was recognized as a a non-profit organization. ton and went on to earn his
Woman of Achievement for 2006. His primary focus, he says, is J.D. from the same university.

Over much of the last ten coming years to work globally." Wood said Weather-
years, Dennis E. Wood, Re- ford is one of the largest global providers of advanced
gional Business Manager at products and services that span the drilling evalua-
Weatherford, a drilling and tion, completion and production process, as well as
Mitigation Company, has in intervention cycles of oil and natural gas wells.
been making his mark in the drilling industry. So far,
the company has been drilling in Yemen, Syria and
the United Kingdom and in parts of Latin America. Weatherford employs roughly 43,000 workers
"We have built a strong niche in the drilling indus- worldwide and operates in more than one hun-
try," Wood said recently from his office. "I'm opti- dred countries, supporting eight hundred ser-
mistic about the future," he added, "and I hope in the vice bases and training facilities in the field.

Dr. Ahmad
Tabassi
Seasoned
Petroleum
Executive
Dr. Ahmad Tabassi, Chief Executive Offi-
cer and Chairman of Persia Petroleum Ser-
vices, has cornered the international mar-
ket, particularly, in the oil and gas industries.
Persia Petroleum Services provides a range of

“upstream services to international oil and gas
companies”, Tabassi said. The company’s pri-
mary goal has been to invest and support “Ira-
nian companies which provide equipment and
services to the Petroleum industry in Iran”,
he said recently from his office in Australia.
PPS has five subsidiaries in Iran. The company

focuses on seismic acquisition, drilling, geological
and geophysical project management, procurement
and supplies. Tabassi provides strategic leadership
and guidance while at the same time, setting the
tone on the day-to-day operations of the business.
We offer total project management and develop-
ment that will see you through the entire planning, PPS works closely with the National Irani-
design and construction phases. This will preserve an Oil Company (NIOC). Tabassi has been
the integrity of your needs throughout the process. in the oil industry for over twenty years. He
was the co-founder of RBT Petroleum Associ-
Your project will come in at the right price, be- ates in 1995, a project management company,
cause of our strong networks and strategic allianc- which he later sold to a United Kingdom firm.
es allow us to put the right people on your project.
We'll evaluate lean construction and design management In 1976, Tabassi left Iran before the 1979
techniques to better address your needs without over revolution, after graduating from Isfah-
building, over budgeting or over extending your team. an University, and later moved to Austra-
lia in 1981. In 1996, he returned to Iran.
Implement sustainable concepts to facili- Tabassi has a Ph.D in Exploration Geology from
tate both initial and long-term savings for you Leeds University. He’s also a former Federal
while fostering a cleaner – greener tomorrow. President of the Petroleum Exploration Soci-
ety of Australia. “I am an entrepreneurial ge-
1615 West Shore Drive
ologist”, he said. “I travel to many countries;
Delafield, WI 53018
it is demanding work – but very rewarding”.
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Jassie Investments
Janse van Rensburg is chairman of Jassie Investments, curity," he added, "But I serve as a consultant for tele-
a South African based company established in 2007. communication companies on the IT side as well." Rens-
The company's primary functions are to serve as the in- burg covers the gamut of businesses in areas such as;
termediate, for companies such as brokerage houses, North and South America, West and Eastern Europe, all
middle man for real estate agents, companies dealing of Asia, Africa and the Middle-East, just to name a few.
with metals, business financing, and project develop-
ments. Rensburg serves as an important middle man, in- "My role in the company is to make sure business is run-
troducing the buyers and sellers, helping solidify busi- ning smoothly," He said, "I oversee the policies, meet
ness deals or contracts between two parties or more. with the committees and monitor the performance of the
company." Rensburg also makes sure that the board mem-
Rensburg says, "My primary focus is real estate and se- bers are satisfied with the performance of the company.
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Fritz Ypenburg sits at the helm. He is the Owner of ic trends. "My work has also been used and tested
Safdy Systems Company, based out of South Africa. by the Country's foremost scientific institution." He
The company manufactures ventilation sensors for added "They tested the airflow using propellers."
the mining industry. Ypenburg found the company in With a background in electrical engineering and a
1990, after relocating originally from New Zealand. Al- BA from the University of Amsterdam in 1963, Ypen-
though the economy is harsh, the company managed to burg spent 7 years in defense research and was in-
do well. "In fact companies have been putting in lager volved in the flight test of guided missiles. He stud-
orders and now we are expanding to Canada," he said. ied air pollution for 11 years, which included studies
on the environment and the impact it had on large
Ypenburg said airflow meters are used underground cooling towers used in electrical power stations.
during mining excavations and mining gold projects.
Originally these sensors were designed for the South
African diamond and coal industries. These Vortex sen- The company advertises primarily in South Africa to
sors are there to determine airflow ventilation under- mining companies, Ypenburg said extremely interest-
ground, providing a safe environment for the industry. ed in his Vortex Airflow Meters. Tests were completed
Ypenburg has built a remote system using SCADA, in the CSIR wind tunnels and that Vortex Airflow Me-
software, made for buyers to view displayed graph- ters will now be sold to mining companies in CANADA.
Phone: +27.128042097

And he’s an active member in ASM,
SME and SAE, and the ASM Inter-
national on the Technology and
Programming Committee, the ASM
Foundation, as well as, the Heat
Treat Society Board of Trustees.
George Pfaffmann, “The challenge is the economy in it-

“When the needs are greatest that’s
self because it has become difficult
Vice President of when the opportunity presents it-
to get funding for innovation and
self,” he said, in referring to the eco-
Technology of Ajax stimulating more industrial devel-
nomic tsunami today. “Right now,
opment,” he said. “A lot of technol-
Tocco things are pretty bad, but I lived
ogy is risk versus gain. It’s always
through the depression. And you
a trade-off. So there’s less money
Magnethermic is an interesting man for research and development, see back then, what it took to bring
with a career that is just as intriguing. which very conservative and short- us back to stability. But things are
different. World War II took less
sighted. But a lot of this (his job)
Pfaffmann’s expertise is thermal is presently to reduce the countries than five years; Afghanistan and
magnetic processing. It’s an inter- needs to get way from petroleum Iraq are eating up resources and
disciplinary field involving the prop- sources and to save energy and to we’re having endless skirmishes.”
erties of matter and its relations to become more efficient as a whole.”
science and engineering by using Pfaffmann has been with his present
machines to dynamically control Pfaffmann conducts seminars and company since 1952 and has seen a
temperature of materials, which presentation around the globe and lot in his time, but he still has hope
permits high heating and cooling has over 40 years of experience in for this generation and the next.
rates that cannot be reached with heating and induction development
conventional furnace treatments. with 25 United States and foreign “I’m always been optimistic and I
feel that adversity today, in truth,
patents. He has a degree in metal-
To get a better picture of lurgy, a bachelor of science from gets people to look outside the box
Mr.Pfaffmann’s job - think back the University of Michigan of Ann for answers.” Pfaffmann can give
to the Stone Age, Bronze Age Arbor in electrical engineering and seminars across the world about
and Steel Age and the evolu- a Masters of Business Administra- controlling distortion during heat
tion of these materials and their tion from Baldwin-Wallace Col- treatment in some type of alloy
use to modern science and their lege. He is the author of numerous or and he can be just as charm-
benefits to the space race today. papers and currently holds 29 pat- ing talking about America---and
its chance of a better tomorrow.
ents in the field of Heat Treating.
Security Limo Cavalier
For the past 25 years, Paul J. and Allentown (ABE). Fiori-
Fiorini runs a fleet of limos. ni Limo business includes a
He had good business sense. fleet of professional chaffeurs
Then one day he literally got on stand-by 24 hours a day.
caught in a sleeper hold. Put-
ting a sleeper in a business For Fiorini experience and lux-
feud over patent lawsuits, vir- ury service are second to none
tually snubbed on the deal. As an innovator and entrepre-
But Forini has a knack fighting for neur, Paul is prone to great
his copyrights infringement case. ideas. He is the inventor of the
removable seats in vans. Cur-
Fiorini is an educated barrister. rently at battle with a lawyer
For the past 25 years indeed, who misrepresented his pat-
he runs a lucrative business-- ent, by leaving loop holes and
--earning a living shuttling li- allowing Paul J. Fiorini vulner-
mos, here and there, operating able for the patent to be copied.
a limo service. An Owner and Detective by night and presi-
President of the New Jersey dent by day but mostly, its
Security Limo Services for 25 Paul’s irrepressible enthu-
years, maverick Fiorini cut his siasm for his hard work and
teeth in the luxury business. drive to succeed that have
made him someone to watch.
Plaintiff Fiorini vs. P. Mitchell Paul is a person who can be
Novick Esq., is fighting in pat- hired by individuals or groups
ent lawsuit. The Sleeper Seat to undertake investigations
was Fiorini invention Novick, often work for attorneys in
didn’t notice any of the loop civil cases, insurance com-

holes and fell asleep on the mat- panies among others. Lices-
ter, most notably in the 1982 enced as a private detective in
patient infringement law suit. the state of New Jersey, Paul’s
New Jersey Security Limo Ser- track record speaks for its self.
vices provides transportation
services to the New York, New But in the meantime, Paul J.
Jersey and Pennsylvania areas. Fiorini remains positive with
his case, he is a man who has
The company services all ma- risen to the top of his pro-
jor airports including JFK, fession while maintaining
LaGuardia (LGA), Newark a balance between business
(EWR), Philadelphia (PHL) goals, ethics and client needs.

Intelligent Solutions
Michael Burke, President of ThinKom Solutions Inc., says, “We have created an innovative
and unique design with capabilities in superior performance.” Established in 2000 and head
quartered in Torrance, California, the company offers state-of-the-art communication solu-
tions. Thinkom provides the world’s smallest antennas in the marketplace.
Thinkom has been featured in Business Week and Entrepreneur magazine.

The company has been rated #253 of the fastest 500 growing companies in the
United Sates. Burke develops and manufactures antennas that offer airborne
and mobile communication solutions for both commercial and military use.
The antenna is capable of receiving internet connectivity throughout the con-

tinental United States and Southern Canada. This technology can be used in
the air, land and sea, with unlimited connectivity options. The company em-
ployees a professional staff of 35 and averaging annual revenues exceeding six
million dollars. He adds, “The demand is there and we got the product.”
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The Metamorphous Lin Lee has a solid rep-
utation as an interior
of Oleh Kutowy & His designer. She works
Mempore Corp. closely with several of
the top architectural
firms in the country.
You listen to him there’s a savvy "I work mostly with
intelligence there. He waited his residential proper-
time. He paid his dues. He went ties," she said. "As an
the distance. And then, Oleh Ku- interior designer, the
towy, senior research officer, knew work that I do includes
it was time to pull the corporate construction and re-
strap on his golden parachute. modeling homes."
Right after he turned in his pa- However, Ms. Lee ex-

pers for his retirement package, plained that she also
he quickly rebounded back tak- specializes in all fac-
ing a key position with Mem- ets of Interior Design.
pore. Business is doing well, This includes color
sure there are economic chal- consultation, furniture
lenges, but he continues to selection, space plan-
push on in the business world. ning, custom furniture,
cabinetry, and lighting
As research officer, Kutowy has design, as well as in
developed a system that serves the selection of fabrics
as an oil refinery. And this oil and in wall and window
includes, crude oil, food oils – specifications, selec-
which cleans and purifies these tions, fabrications and
varied oils into virgin oil. Be- installations, as well as
fore Mempore, Kutowy served in project management.
as a senior research officer for
the Institute for chemical pro-
cess and environmental technol- Having received her
ogy, National Research Council. Bachelors in Secondary
Bared in Ottowa, Kutowy’s re- Education and Interior
sponsibilities included, oversee- Design from UCLA, she
ing research and development went on to garner yet
projects, he said he has more another degree from
than 50 patents under his belt. the University of Wis-
consin, at Madison.
He attended Carlton Univer-
sity where he received his wlin@linleeasid.com
masters in Science in 1978.

4PAL Ltd -- DAVID STEIN
Is a retail products and services These include following the proper ence he has gained at 4PAL; he is
pharmaceutical company. Head- audit procedure and not allowing excited for the additional experi-
quartered in London, the com- the Company to break any trade ence he is gaining with Kingdom
pany has strong ties in the Middle embargoes or deal in any illegal Holdings and Chiltern group, and
East and is currently in the midst goods. With a close eye on the per- looks for new ways to merge his
of expanding its repertoire to in- formance of the sales staff, he also various skills and visions togeth-
clude not only pharmaceuticals, provides responsibility for finalising er into one dynamic company.
but also finance, legal and invest- orders, especially overseas orders.
ment holdings. With a strong fo- Overseeing a team of 10 dedicated His current goals include taking
cus on property investment and and highly skilled professionals, his career to a new level of inter-
development particularly in the he also seeks to source out new national impact, and to spend far
Middle East, 4PAL is poised for acquisitions as he seeks to expand more time travelling and connect-
greater future growth and expan- the Company on a global basis. ing with other key companies with
sion on an international level. which he can establish mutually
4PAL while still at university, and beneficial partnerships. Highly
Mr Naseer Ahmed is the Managing is proud of the fact that he has satisfied with his position, he is in-
Director for the company, a posi- been able to successfully fill his vigorated by the challenges that lie
tion which he has held since 2003. position even while simultane- ahead of 4PAL, and looks ahead to
As such, he oversees the business ously serving as an Investment the future with great anticipation.
plan development for the long Advisor with Kingdom Hold-
term future of the Organisation. ings, a position which he began Mr Ahmed’s future plans include
Playing a key role within the Com- in 2008 and still currently holds. searching for other companies
pany, he fulfils a motivational role which will share synergy and wish
for his key workers in addition to Kingdom Holdings – A prestigious to develop a collaboration which
his more office based work. Moti- multi faceted investment company will be beneficial in extending
vating and mentoring members of with substantial holdings in all sec- the reach and reputation of 4PAL
the management team and chair- tors, ranging from finance to me- LTD both nationally and interna-
ing meetings, Mr Ahmed leads the dia. As an investment Advisor he tionally. His next imminent steps
Company and develops a positive focuses on a strategy through core are to pursue dynamic avenues of
and flourishing corporate culture. growth and research in investing growth and development in the
in high performance companies, area of Banking and Finance, mak-
Managing everything from the staff whilst extracting value from un- ing links to an individual far more
and the customers, to the budget dervalued and underperforming experienced and distinguished
and the company’s assets, he over- Assets. Whilst performing on the in leading and managing a larger
sees all other company resources above he also takes time to work entity on a global turf. He cred-
to make the best use of them and as a consultant for Chiltern, which its his success thus far to his abil-
increase the Company’s profitabil- specialises in accounting services ity to network and connect well
ity. He also oversees all responsi- to a broad range of companies. with others, as well as his hard
bilities for the Company’s affairs. Leveraging the years of experi- work and dedication to his sector.

Welcome to Karelia Tobacco Company Inc.
ing and purchasing state-of-the-art software/

hardware technology. She holds a doctorate in
Computer Science Information Systems from
the University of Belford, and MSc in Informa-
tion Technology as well as an MBA degree from
Almeda University and a BSc degree in Computer
Science from Roosevelt University.
they call her “hard core IT guru”… Her broad experience and expertise; has proven a
successful track record in her profession. Dr. Ar-
Karelia Tobacco Company S.A., founded in 1888, dounis is responsible for the overall technological
is engaged in the manufacture and distribution direction for the entire Company. One of her pri-
of cigarettes and other tobacco related products. mary challenges is getting the Board and CEO’s
Headquartered in Kalamata, Greece, the Com- of the company to understand the value of new
pany’s products are sold in Greece and exported technology, integrating systems, maximizing cost
to 65 countries around the world. Currently oper- and providing additional training.
ated by 4th generation management, the Company
employs a workforce between 490-550 people who
oversee, manage and facilitate daily operations.
Dr. Ardounis serves as Chief Information Officer of

Karelia Tobacco Company. She has been the Com-
pany’s CIO for the past 16 years. Responsible for
all activities and resources of Karelia Tobacco’s IT/ Effectively performing her duties under pressure,
IS department. She is committed to taking a proac- she has successfully embraced and withstood the
tive approach, which continues to be productive and many challenges that she has faced. Dr. Ardou-
transparent management concept. Playing a pivotal nis is also involved in devising and defining the
role within the Company, Dr. Ardounis is responsible Company’s medium and long-range strategy, us-
for overseeing the IT and telecommunication sector. ing her resources to adopt this new technological
Her wide-ranging responsibilities include repair- strategy.
-- ERIC DANIELS
Karelia has been a committed patron and sponsor of art and culture for generations.
Her teams individually and collectively sit together in Ardounis also leads IT services teams, manag-
open spaces so they can easily exchange ideas As part ing a national network of outsourced account
of business-technical leadership teams, Dr. Ardounis and technical managers...In addition to manag-
is responsible for IT & professional development pro- ing and advising her teams, she also is directly in-
grams, quality of work, and supplying the functional ex- volved in several strategic projects...In a very short
pertise needed within the discipline to ensure relevant, time, she grew one of these from a small project-
efficient, and operable projects...She brings a unique by-project job into one of the Industry’s top five..
understanding of governance, design and development
from the CIO side of the business...Her leadership On given projects, she just might be one of your first
helps refine how businesses work and how they deliver IT contacts...With more than twenty eight years of
services to reinforce their strategic edge with clients… experience in developing strategic relationships, she
leads a team of business IT Development Executives...
Plus 28 years of experience directing the design of Instead of a hard sell, her groups take a consultative
new concepts, managing global prototype standards, approach -understanding her firm’s needs and figur-
and providing expertise to field organizations around ing out how BODs can help them improve their busi-
the world, Ardounis’s energy and enthusiasm also fu- ness...Since joining the company in 1993, Ardounis has
els the entrepreneurial atmosphere...Responsible for helped them more than double its IT annual turnover…
corporate vision and strategy, Alvina believes in see-
ing “the big picture”…That means understanding the This reflects her status as one of the most highly re-
full range of expertise necessary to take an IT distri- spected thought-leaders in IT consultation, man-
bution concept to market, and shaping the business agement and service...Ardounis knows what really
around client-focused solutions, not piecemeal ser- works for the bottom line…She directs IT projects
vices. Her unique strength is in making the seemingly with her insights, using in-depth consumer research,
impossible a reality and finding creative solutions for and, her extensive knowledge of industry lead-
developing cost-effective, performance-based IT, she ers and trends to provide research, growth strate-
directs all commercial, structural and technical activi- gies, and concept positioning -Always on target...
ties and sets the standards for design and implemen-
tation of all projects to ensure the highest quality… Dr. Ardounis continually strives to making IT the
heart, soul, and driving force of the business...Her in-
Dr. Ardounis is also a retailer, and she looks at IT re- fectious sense of humour and personal touch are what
tail from the store level...That makes her particularly set her and her projects apart from others in the in-
in tune with consumer trends and buying behaviour... dustry…Consortium Teams working with Alvina often
She brings an unusually well-rounded, informed ap- say that she truly is an extension of them; that she re-
proach to strategic brand development and design- ally “gets” them...Under her guidance, Dr. Ardounis
ing corporate-customer focused prototypes...Yet she was one of the first to dedicate staff and resources to
strongly believes, firms must perform for clients and becoming expert in IT governance, ERP design, and
customers as hard, and as well as for themselves... implementation for sustainable IT environments…

Giant Woodworks
Maverick Woman Lucinda Ward
Some would call her a maverick. Others view her as a formidable entrepreneur who happens to
be a woman. Today, she’s the C.E.O. of Architectural Custom Cabinetry LLC, based in Smithville,
Tennessee. Responsible for strategic client management relations with a focus on commercial and
residential services, Lucinda Ward keeps an ever watchful eye on both day-to-day operations and
strategic direction.
Founded in 1997, her firm has emerged as one of the most highly regarded architectural enterpris-
es in the Southeast, offering expert services in planning, manufacturing kitchen cabinets, counter
tops, ceiling materials, flooring and decorative interior laminates, as well as wall finishing materi-
als, molding and mill work.
Working within a most competitive business environment, Ms. Ward offers nothing but the best
in Architectural Custom Cabinetry consulting. A licensed general contractor registered with the
Better Business Bureau, her trademark is to carefully plan each project, giving equal emphasis to
such factors as size and calculation of mass, space, form, volume, texture and lighting. With such a
track record, you can only get better.
TOUGH ECONOMIC TIMES
Kaleh Mana Enterprises
Entrepreneurs tend to spot op-

portunity where others see dead
ends. One such person is Moham-
med Dantata Ndus. Upon com-
pleting his studies (he holds a
post-graduate degree in Financial
Management from the University
of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa and
an M.B.A. from the Institute of
Chartered Economists of Nigeria),
Mohammed found opportunity in
the area of government policy, de-
veloping experience in that field
over the course of thirteen years.
In March 2006, he established Kaleh
Mana Enterprises in 2006, and has
been serving as Director ever since.
Today, the company is a spe-
cialized consultancy firm for
governmental policies and pro-
grams with an estimated $10
billion in annual revenues.
Located in Gomba Nigeria, the firm
also offers local and national govern-
ment ministries financial manage-
ment advice in such areas as com-
munications, agriculture, banking
and finance, as well as expertise in
government relations, policy, opin-
ion research, strategic corporate
communications, organizational
development and procurement to
Nigeria with international clients.
Department of
Nord Cap Steel Docks, Inc. Defense
Logistics Agency
BRIGHTEST STAR Based in Alexandria, Virginia,

Carole Christensen is a Na-
tional Account Manager on for-
Philipp Spoerndl considers himself eign military sales. "I started
a bright star in the boathouse and at the age of 18,” she begins,
steel docks industry. He currently “as a clerical typist working up
works for Nord Cap Steel Docks, through the ranks," she adds.
Inc., a Canadian based company "I’ve built a 48-year career with-
which has been in business since in the military armed forces."
1992. “I am a general contractor
dealing with boat houses and steel Working in foreign mili-
docks,” he says, and quickly adds, tary sales includes balancing
“I have earned my keep.” Building the books and selling to fed-
a strong networking system has eral agencies as well as to for-
been the key to his success. eign military armed forces.
“It’s all about my designs that at-
tract people,” he explains. With an For Christensen, prod-
entrepreneurial spirit, he handles ucts and services have in-
the company’s operations which cluded military gear, includ-
include building solid boat houses ing suits and uniforms, and
and steel docks in the Muskoka, in delivering fuel to FEMA.
North Toronto and Huntsville ar-
eas. She’s traveled all over the
world, she says. "In my ear-
“There are innovative ways in lier days, I had to travel to Ja-
building and repairing,” he says. pan, China and Iraq, where I
“We use steel arches in the lake assisted in the development of
bottoms; first, we probe the bed- a deployment team concept."
rock with a piece of rebar, and then Today, she provides support ser-
quarter inch piles are filled with
vices to the military in Afghani-

concrete.” He adds, “This helps to stan, Kuwait, and Iraq with her
prevent rust from forming inside. offices also located in Germany.
By using steel, we are saving many
trees, and this is environmentally "My former husband served in
safe.” the Air Forces," she offers. Since
9/11, she adds, “many projects
House boats range in price from
have included our first responders
$25,000 to $500,000. “I enjoy
to make sure they get the very best
building with my hands. Over the
from the department of defense.
years, I have gained a great deal of
experience,” he says. While he does
consider himself a perfectionist, he
will quickly acknowledge that, “I’ve
made mistakes.”

To ensure that plans realize desired results and
changes, a systematic Execution Process that drives
the implementation of plans over time is essential.
One of the clients whom I have been assisting with
an Execution Process over the past two years is
Tewatohnhi’saktha - the Economic Development
Commission of Kahnawake, Quebec. It is an
organization with an extraordinarily challenging
mission: to help the community of
Kahnawake create jobs and prosperity, and
achieve economic independence that ensures
a quality of life for community members,
consistent with their culture and values, and
ByMarceleneH.Anderson that creates prosperity for future generations.
“People don’t fail in planning, they fail in execution.” When I began working with the
Don McKnight management team of Tewatohnhi’saktha,
they had recently developed a strategic plan
The research of the Centre for Strategic Management that was waiting to get implemented. We
states that: began the Execution Process with a Plan-to-
􀂃 Developing a strategic and operation plan Implement launch event. All managers made
contributes 20% to the achievement of results; a presentation of the objectives they were
􀂃 Implementing the plan over time contributes accountable for achieving for the next three
another 40%; and years and their year one objectives, and each
􀂃 Building and sustaining high performance to presented their action plans for the first
achieve results over time contributes an quarter.
additional 40%.
We chose Mt. Everest as the
When I first heard these percentages I was metaphor that would symbolize the challenge
skeptical but have come to recognize from my facing the organization. This metaphor would
consulting experience how true they are. Like many become very strategic as we proceeded with
of you, I have worked with clients to develop good the implementation of the plan.
strategic and operational plans that have been left to Near the end of the first year of the
gather dust on shelves. Execution Process, I learned the Centre for
Strategic Management System’s Thinking
Drive the Implementation Over Time Approach™. We realized that one of the
missing elements in our Execution Process
According to Rose Patten, Senior Executive Vice was precise measurable outcomes, which
President Human Resources and Head of Office of made the reporting process difficult.
Strategic Management, how effective an
organization is at strategic execution is a key At the end of the first year, we reviewed
competitive advantage. Moreover, the ability to and updated the strategic plan, using the
execute well is far better than the best strategy Centre for Strategic Management’s Yearly
unexecuted. Strategic Management process, to ensure that
the plan was current going into the second

year of the implementation. We gave Without the passion and commitment of the CEO
particular attention to establishing a to the organization’s mission and the strategic man-
quadruple quantifiable outcome that includes agement process, none of this would work. The role
measures for employee satisfaction, customer of leadership is absolutely vital. The CEO has been
satisfaction, financial measures, and unwavering in committing time and resources to the
stakeholder/community satisfaction. execution process and building a high performance
organization. Tewatohnhi’saktha regularly
In the second quarter of year one the organization invests in development of employees at all levels and
experienced a significant disappointment with the incorporates best practices to sustain a high perfor-
loss of a major opportunity that would have resulted mance organization. Balance Strategic Focus and
in accelerating its rev- Action Focus We learned
enue targets. The Mt. that focusing strategic re-
Everest metaphor proved sults one quarter at a time
to be a helpful and sober is best, within the context
reminder that it took 32 of the one year and three
years of human struggle year targets.
before the first climbers
successfully reached the This balances an ac-
peak and the first suc- tion focus and a strate-
cessful route was found. gic focus.
In the second year we Additionally, quarterly

have used a map of Mt. meetings at which each
Everest and placed small manager reports actual
flags on it to symbolize results against his/her
progress from quarter quarterly target, provide
to quarter, serving as a mechanism for account-
powerful symbol of the ability and recognition of
progress towards the achievement. The one-day
organization’s ultimate Quarterly Milestone Meet-
goal. ing process also helps to maintain the alignment of
the senior management team, reinforces ongoing
Although setting quantifiable outcome measures of communication, and provides an
success was challenging in the short term, the man- opportunity for a mini learning component relevant
agement team has found reporting against these to the team. This implementation process supports
targets has simplified and greatly increased the value two of the eight action steps that John P. Kotter,
of the quarterly reporting process and keeping the author of Leading Change, says are crucial: Short
strategic plan on track. Term Wins, and Broadening the Transformation or
Expanding the Momentum.
We have continued holding quarterly meetings in
year two. In addition, the management team meets Short Term Wins Demonstrate Progress
monthly and the CEO meets individually with each
of his direct reports regularly on an informal basis, Major change takes time to realize. Short term wins
and quarterly on a formal basis. To keep employees provide proof that results are happening. “Wins”
aligned with the strategic direction and priorities, an reward hard-working employees with positive, mo-
all-staff meeting is held quarterly. The Board rale-building feedback. In addition, short term wins
of Directors has recently begun to participate in the undermine cynics by proving that the change is on
quarterly meetings to ensure that they fully under- track. Finally, in building momentum and support,
stand the organization’s key success measures and short term wins give change leaders concrete data to
are up to date about progress towards them. test their visions.

Many leaders believe that short term wins will just need for an external body or person to help them fo-
happen. But employees often think that since change cus on results and keep the implementation of plans
is a long-term activity, things will “never” hap- on track. They needed a process and structure.
pen, and they don’t believe short term wins are
even possible. Both these attitudes are mistaken. Help Clients Realize Results
Short term wins are not only possible, they are es-
sential. Unfortunately, results do not just happen. As Organizational Development consultants, we have
They must be created and monitored in a system- the opportunity to help our clients establish mea-
atic process and people must be held accountable. surable results and ensure their plans are imple-
mented so that they realize the results and changes
Broaden the Transformation Quarterly Mile- they want. Make sure that you have the commitment
stone of senior management; without it the best execu-
tion process will be just another abandoned process.
Meetings help to keep plans moving forward and In summary, don’t leave the plans that you and your
on track. They also provide a process to keep imple- clients have worked hard to develop to chance.
mentation plans aligned across the organization and
to broaden the transformation towards your desired Install a disciplined execution process to focus short
future. At times managers may complain about re- term wins towards the key strategic success measures or
porting, but my experience in countless organiza- targets, and systematically track performance towards
tions demonstrates that the pressure to report is results in order to broaden the transformation process.
a useful element in producing results and wins.
The commitment to achieve results quarter to quar- Marcelene H. Anderson, M.A., owns Raven Strategic
ter helps to maintain urgency to take action and fine Consulting and specializes in strategic manage-
tune actions to achieve those results. Recently, some ment to help organizations achieve strategic re-
prospective clients said that it is almost impossible sults and manage their businesses strategically.
to hold themselves accountable. They recognized a
Ms. Schmidt has also served in dual agreements with India and China.
ANN STRAVALLE-SCHMIDT roles as In-House Council and Man- The company generates
Ann Stravalle-Schmidt serves as ager of Legal IP, Warranty and Re- over $100 million annually.
General Council of Jacobs Vehicle liability for JVS Inc. She also holds
Systems, Inc., (JVS) handling Aero- the title of head in-house legal coun- Schmidt, who graduated from
space and Defense issues. She’s a sel and handles all company legal Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute,
hard working lawyer. And she cred- and intellectual property concerns. M.B.A. before going for her Juris
its her “very academic law school” Doctorate, predicts that future eco-
for her impeccable legal skills. Her She explained that her specializa- nomic forecasts will drive corpo-
role as General Council has made tion in law has allowed her to ex- rate lawyers in a different direction
her a top notch trouble shooter. pand her legal practice background. over the next five years. “The hot
She is responsible for all aspects of button issue has changed,” she said.
“I have a good eye for spotting hot legal work, including contracts, IP,
button issues,” Schmidt said dur- patent technology and filing patent “Because of the economic downturn,
ing an interview with The Suit. “My applications. Schmidt also uses an law firms will be doing more com-
job is to facilitate, not frustrate,” out-house counsel to guide her with pliance law in corporate settings.”
she said with a slight chuckle. outsourcing issues and negotiating -- J. Michael Gordon

Merck
Amanda Sinha serves as Principal Analytical

Chemist with the New Jersey-based Merck
Company.
Her work ethic is backed by a strong team

spirit. Established in 1891, Merck is a research
pharmaceutical firm known for discovering,
developing, manufacturing and marketing an
array of vaccines and medicines around the
world.
With a Ph.D. from the University of Wash-

ington, Seattle, Dr. Sinha explains her overall
duties. "I specialize in the usage of chemical
composition and how artificial materials are
applied in using practical applications and
theories."
Of the company’s goals, she says that Merck

helps to improve the health of both humans
and animals.
-- ERIC DANIELS

R
r
For the past eight years, Kenneth

Barnes has been fighting gun vio-
lence on the streets of America.
Barnes, the founder of Roots, a
non-profit organization, tackles
handgun brutality amidst the bat-
tle against the proliferation of guns
– advocating a farewell to arms.
He remembers that ill-fated day

on September 24, 2001, when his
son was shot and murdered dur-
ing a robbery on U Street N.W., murdered several other peo- stead of being proactive in
in Washington, D.C. Ever since he ple, and that he shot some- the moment. They just want
lost his son, Barnes has used the one in broad daylight," he said. to lock up young people."
clout and muscle of Roots to urge There's a silent pause. "I was sur- According to Barnes, Washing-
Congress to consider introducing prised that it was not in the paper ton, D.C. has more police per
a bill to prevent harsh exposure or the TV news," he added. "How capita than any other city in
to gun violence. In fact, Congress could something like that hap- the United States. "That should
has finally listened and is con- pen? Had this been New York – a tell us something," he said.
sidering his recommendations. man shot on Madison Avenue – it Gun violence has become an
When Barnes speaks, he disarms would be all over the news media." epidemic and is the number one
his audience with a tenacious voice killer of African-Americans in
and a courageous heart. He's a tire- Barnes has put pressure on sev- the United States, said Barnes.
less giver to his cause. He said he eral members of the Black Caucus
wants to put an end to all fire arms. to change public policy. "I have Back in April 2009, Barnes was
come to experience that most awarded the National Service
politicians are in it for themselves Award. He praised President Ba-
"When I first heard the news and not into solving the prob- rack Obama. "President Obama is
that they had murdered my lem," Barnes said. "America has an intelligent individual. He will
son," he said, raising his some of the most violent children bring about social change. That's
voice, "we found out that the ever – in the United States. We as why he will be one of the great-
young man who killed my son had a people react to the violence, in est president's ever," he said.

Inventor & Pioneer
The greatest inventors all had one purpose in McDowell has played a major role in develop-
common. They wanted to make life a little eas- ing other hybrid inventions as well as prototypes
ier and more conve- with E.P.A. on green house affects.
nient for the rest of us.
"I'm a mechanic by trade," he
Alex McDowell is one such said, "I invented a patent in 1988
inventor who believes on water filtration and how it was
he has developed a way used in the automotive industry."
to remove water vapor
condensation from the Retiring at the age of 65, McDow-
air system in automotive ell continues to provide work for
exhaust pipes. He calls it NASA while also adamantly pursu-
the Filtration System. His ing patent rights for his inventions.
company, Armc. Enterprises Inc., is a management
consulting firm working out of Hartwell, Georgia.
The greatest inventors all had one purpose in common.

They wanted to make life a little easier and more convenient for the rest of us.
Ms. Linda E.W. Cain and overseeing a number of such paralegal secretary for a Califor-
conferences, et al, she has muscled nia law firm – all of which experi-
President her way into earning a reputation ences served her well in appreciat-
as an excellent independent event ing those fine lined details that go
Since 1982, Linda E. W. Cain, of planner for a myriad of industries. into organizing such events. Then
MCE International, has earned her Interestingly enough, her back- came those countless celebrity din-
corporate revenues the hard way ground includes working with for- ners and book guest speaking fo-
– planning meetings, conferences eign banks in order to assist U.S. rums which garnered a solid foun-
and other similar events through- interests, and in training people dation for practicing her expertise.
out the year. Having cut her teeth for the Federal Reserve. In addi-
in the non-profit arena, organizing tion, she has worked as a legal and -- HENRY DARCY

Auguste Boissonnade serves as rules that would help deter-
Vice-President of Model Develop- mine the risk reward ratio."
ment for Risk Management Solu-
tions (RMS), a weather risk team Mr. Boissonnade has devoted
in Newark, New Jersey. the last ten years identifying, ad-
dressing, and eliminating such
Established in 1998, RMS focus- risks before they become threats.
es on the production of financial
models that help assess finan- Among the leading architects
cial weather risks due to both for hurricane catastrophes, his
man-made and natural disasters. expertise in meteorology, cli-
"It's a discipline," says Bois- matology, risk modeling, and
sonnade. As he explains it, software development makes
risk management attempts to him someone worth consulting.
"build a set of principles and
RMS is the world's leading provider of products, services, and expertise for the quantification and man- All other logos and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
agement of catastrophe risk. Founded at Stanford University in 1988, RMS offers technology and ser-
vices for the management of insurance catastrophe risk associated with natural perils such as earth-
quakes, hurricanes, and windstorms, as well as products for weather derivatives and enterprise risk
management for the P&C insurance industry. Today, RMS also leads the market in risk modeling for
man-made disasters associated with acts of terrorism, and has released the first infectious disease model.
-- MICHAEL EDWARDS

The Mike Tyson of Motivational Speaking
Offers Inspirational Knock Outs for Business
Entrepreneurs
Mark Trombino is known as the from that point on, appearing in battle in coping with the last few
Mike Tyson of motivational knock commercials, television, mov- months of his wife's life. "Now, it's
outs. He's an inspirational speaker, ies and theater. Regularly fea- about my life and finding new love
actor and author who recently re- tured on the Tim and Willy Morn- again and my relationship with my
leased his new book, "Life Is Short." ing Show on KNIX, he is also a daughter," Trombino said during an
spokesperson for the Stone Creek interview from his home in Arizona.
He formed Motivational Small Furniture and Arizona Lottery. Working closely with corporate
Talk with co-partner Gail Black- With all of that under his belt, Mr.
burn, after the death of his be- Trombino’s credentials also in-America, he stated, “I'm reach-
loved wife, Anu Trombino. ing out to businesses, corpo-

clude doing voice-overs for such
"What inspired me was my wife's vehicles as "Snow White and therations, and government in-
car accident in 2004; since then, Seven Dwarfs," "Tuesday," "ABC stitutions, offering them my
a have felt the need to share my (Hallmark)," "The Best Movie unique motivational services."
story about the challenges of over- Ever Made," "Lead Mime," Bliss Attributing his drive and success
coming tough times when los- to his parents, he explained, "They
Productions, Inc., and the "Phil
ing a loved one," he added. "It's Donahue Show," "Mark," as well never let my size get in the way.
about finding peace within you." as for ABC Network, and Bliss Second comes my daughter; she is
my heart and soul in everything I
Productions, to name just a few.
Trombino started his journey at- do." Trombino added. "Next year,
tending local churches and giving His book, "Life is short," is an au- my goal is to speak overseas and in-
speeches. His career snowballed tobiographical account of his long spire people throughout the world."

Over the years, Cheryl Howard has rubbed model for the “fashionable small hotel”
elbows with the life styles of the rich and fa- in London and cities around the world.
mous. For example, there’s a photo of her pos-
ing with actor Mickey Rourke on Face Book. “Anouska has traveled to different corners
of the world. She would purchase a deco-
Howard, however, is a sales director at rative item for her suites, and she has put
the Blakes Hotels, a popular luxury chain much energy, trekking the world, searching
in the United Kingdom. Among for a picture, a piece of hand-
the creative minds behind the made art work,” she continued.
Blakes Hotels, she’s the one re-
sponsible for marketing and “Working at the Blakes Ho-
promotions, targeting inter- tels is very exciting. And you
national markets through in- never know who’s going to
ventive marketing and adver- be here,” added Howard.
tisement campaigns that work Her focus has been on de-
well to attract new clientele. veloping target markets with-
Standing in a luxury suite at the Blakes Ho- in the United Kingdom, she explained,
tel, Ms. Howard talks about the Blakes. “It’s the result of which has garnered the
very different, very unique. It’s a boutique chain a unique reputation in London.
hotel,” she said. Designed by Anouska Hemp- “The Blakes Hotels have earned much re-
el, the London hotelier and internationally spect for protecting privacy against the pa-
renowned designer, the hotel offers style, parazzi,” Howard furthered. “Moreover,
elegance and sensational service to the well- the hotel has earned a first-class reputation
traveled connoisseur. Blakes is now estab- amongst film stars, musicians and all top
lished as totally unique and has served as the designers. They are the ‘Couture’ Hotel. “

AMSHA MARINA
CM HOTELS & RESORTS
Ruben A. Colon is Chief Financial Officer for

Amsha Marina, a virtual paradise in the sun
based in the Dominican Republic. Colon has
been managing the financial aspects of Ashma
for the past thirteen years. Ashma Marina is an
exclusive chain of hotels and resorts through-
out this second largest Caribbean island, em-
ploying over 2000 seasoned professionals.
Its first resort was built in 1988. Since then,

it has expanded to include hotel sites or Gran
Paraisos (grand paradise hotels) in Bávaro,
in Samaná , in Playa Dorada, along with Casa
Marina Beach. Together, these resorts gener-
ate an estimated $50 million dollars a year.
Graduating from Quebec University with
an MBA, Colon went on to procure a Post-
graduate degree in Financial Management.
A virtual man of all trades, his credentials in-

clude a solid background in accounting, audit-
ing and invertisement. As such, he oversees all
expenses, including duties, employee salaries,
local vendor costs, common bills, et al, as well
as keeping all financial books and records.
-- ERIC DANIELS

Nestled in the heart of Mex- ness for over twenty years. limited entertainment. Gar-
ico's Gulf coast is Premier The company provides cia, a well-rounded individu-
Cancun Vacations, a Florida- high quality services with al, helps to provide concierge
based travel company that the best rates in the market. support, while also work-
provides romantic getaway ing in sales and marketing.
packages to Cancun, a natu- Committed to providing
ral paradise known in the quality customer service, Ms. She regularly attends
travel industry as the Ca- Garcia believes that her com- several seminars host-
ribbean’s Garden of Eden. pany will eventually corner ed by noted motivation-
the travel industry market. al speaker Tony Robbins.
"What I find to be challeng-
ing is opening the minds of Cancun offers vacation- "He (Robbins) helps me
the big shots in travel and ers an opportunity to visit a to say focused on the big-
services," explains Erika L. place that still retains much ger picture," Garcia says.
Garcia, an entrepreneur who of its pre-Hispanic past, a
has been in the travel busi- vanguard culture, and un-

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This elegant Boutique Hotel is located in the heart of Cancun's hotel

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downtown Cancun.
Both singles and couples are welcome. This resort is on one half mile
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Tanya J Simister “This is a man’s world; I am
the underdog here,” she says. “I
must work harder, longer, from
a female’s perspective, of course.
I like helping people that have
been discriminated against.
I feel as though there is a need

to explain this information to
clients, so that they may better
understand that what they know
may be damaging to themselves.”
What keeps her passionate

about the law? “It is the at-
traction of being a Solicitor
The Directors have continuing mestic conveyancing, trust and in which I experience the ele-
plans to expand and they look probate work from as far back as ment of surprise,” she adds.
forward to the future with confi- the early 1800s, is headquartered
dence. Tanya J. Simister qualified in Altrincham, United Kingdom.
as a solicitor in 1996, having ob- A family-owned partnership
tained an LLB (hons) in law and until the late 1970s, this British
after having completed a training law firm since then has shifted
contract at Haworth Holt Bell. more towards Commercial Law.
Following qualification, Tan- As of 2004, Haworth Holt Bell

ya obtained a Master of Law in converted from a partnership
employment law (LLM) which to a limited company with a
remains her principal area of team of Directors that include
work, along with family, mat- Robert Haworth, Richard Bell,
rimonial and civil litigation. Amanda Freeman and Tanya
Simister. The team’s goals are
Tanya obtains frequent refer- part of the firm’s ability to ex-
rals as a result of outstanding pand forward with a keen eye
expertise and experience in her towards a lucrative future.
chosen areas and her willingness
to offer support and valuable Ms. Simister states that back in
practical advice. She is on the 1994, the area of employment
Law Society Family Panel and law had caught her eye. Ob-
is Vice President and Treasur- taining a Master of Law (LLM)
er of the Trafford Law Society. with honors in employment law
from the University of Wolver-
A partner at Haworth Holt Bell, hampton, she now has “15 years
Tanya Simister carries herself as a Solicitor” in matrimo-
like a well-schooled barrister. nial, family and civil litigation.
The law firm, specializing in do-

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THE SUIT’S BLOG PICK OF THE YEAR
Good Intentions, Bad Results?

By Steven C. Braverman
President & CEO
Steven Charles Capital, Ltd., Investment Advisors
So where are we headed from chondria* to ruin the economy Our leaders are clamoring for
here? Every 15 minutes there’s a even more. It seems like this is a more regulation—regulation on
new and often conflicting opinion tax on industrialized nations that government-controlled banks and
on where the market is heading. developing nations won’t be a regulation on Wall Street. Even
Let’s step back and take a look at party to. for regulation on speculation.
the big picture. Some government regulation is
necessary and can be beneficial,
First, we have a political environ- but when it goes too far, over-reg-
ment where spending and nation- ulation grows like a cancer on the
alization has become the norm. underbelly of capitalism.
Socialized medicine and govern-
ment ownership of everything It is my opinion that we entered
from autos to banks to insurance a secular bear market roughly 9
companies cannot possibly be a years ago, and we have many years
good thing for private entrepre- ahead of choppy financial markets.
neurship. Socialized medicine,
alone, with a bureaucratic govern- Ultimately I think we will make
ment-controlled middleman, will Perhaps this bill will not pass new lows in all the stock market
increase costs dramatically. muster in the Senate, but if it averages, so use rallies to sell or
does, the next step will be a new go short and you will be well re-
Increasing taxes on all Americans tax on breathing (emission of car- warded over the next decade. And
will be the only way to pay for the bon!) What happened to the con- don’t even begin to believe that
wasteful spending and govern- cept of no tax increases for Middle we’ve entered a new bull market.
ment largess. And what about America? Congress has done a That’s complete BULL!
Cap and Trade? Since China, commendable job! They passed
India, Brazil and New Zealand are the Cap and Tax Bill without even
not planning on going along with reading the legislation. Now that’s *Made-up word meaning hypo-
carbon emission standards, our the type of leadership we’re look- chondria about the environment.
efforts are commendable but way ing for. Hope and change! I sure
too costly. We don’t want our eco- hope things change quickly.
Steven Charles Capital, Ltd.

mpulver@stevencharlescapital.com
585-325-1870/800-678-3359
585-325-1879 (Fax)

Freight forwarding brokers
Percy Lall, owner and President of Freight Forward- Mr. Lall adds, "Income has fallen and continues to
ing Brokers, is no stranger to international services, fall; however, we are still managing to run the busi-
operating his business along with members of his ness with a positive future on growth."
family. Based out of Trinidad & Tobago, the company Freight Forwarding Brokers has not made any
offers a full range of services that major changes since the downturn
have grossed an estimated annual began and still maintains a full staff,
income of 1.8 million dollars. unlike other companies that have
Says Mr. Lall, "Business has had to institute major layoffs and
dropped a little due to this eco- cutbacks over the past year. Mr. Lall
nomic down turn, but, as a customs says, "We are doing well enough to
brokerage service, we depend upon weather the storm. Keeping clients
the importers and exporters in the satisfied is hard work, but my fam-
industry to stay in business. "This ily has assisted in the day-to-day
means,” he adds, “that over the next couple of months operations to make things easier on me."
our income depends largely on the amount of work
we do." He has one son and two daughters, all three of whom
The company relies on the work of other companies, are currently employed by the company. "We are a big
both private and individual, in importing and export- family." he chuckles before confidently asserting that
ing goods and services. He states that the country’s his company expects to do well in keeping up with
values have fallen substantially with clients importing market demands. “The business is moving forward;
and exporting less than what they are accustomed to we are still managing to keep alive during this economic
do over the years. fallout."
Five Star Livery Service

Five Star Livery Service has a conferences, political programs,

knack for what people want in parties and local sporting events.
transportation. Owner and Presi-
In describing the transporta-
dent for nine years, Sharlyn Bak-
tion industry as a niche market,
er has much work ahead of her in
Ms. Baker explains, “With a fleet
the business world.
of professional chauffeurs on
Five Star services the state of standby 24 hours a day, there
Missouri and several of its bor- isn’t a place where you can’t go,”
der cities, providing transporta- and she adds, “Our services are
tion to and from the region’s ma- second to none.”
jor airports, attractions, national

NOSE-TO-THE-GRINDSTONE POWERHOUSE
IN THE HEAVY MACHINERY INDUSTRY
Jeannette Bowers has defied the traditional definition of gender roles in
an industry that we normally associate with men – heavy construction.
She has done it the old-fashioned way, as she told us, "I keep my head
down and work hard." But that doesn't tell the whole story.
TNT Leasing Corporation, based out of Terre Haute, Indiana, has been
in business for thirty-one years. TNT also carries gas, diesel and pro-
pane generators for farms, along with forklifts, bulldozers and diesel
engines and parts. This is a world that involves tough negotiations, but
Bowers is not afraid of the challenge. "I have restructured the com-
pany finances due to the economic downturn, and we are watching
our spending now more than ever," she said. Her ability to wear such
diverse hats enables TNT to efficiently use its resources in order to
solidify and expand its products and markets. In short, she does things
her way.
2611 N. 25th Street
Terre Haute, IN 47804
Office: (812) 238-2611
After Hours: (812) 466-2420
Louis E. Landry, entrepreneur & pioneer.

JOE THE PLUMBER
Back in the 1950's, the Landry family had pur-
chased 10,000 acres of land in Shediac, New Bruns-
Michael Allen, owner and President of Michael Al-
wick, Canada. Twenty years later, the Centre-Ville
len's Plumbing, has been doing business since 1990.
Mall, located in Shediac, opened with only ten
With 26 years of experience behind him, Allen eas-
employees and 32 tenants who own and/or operate
ily attributes his success to his father, a sergeant in
book stores, banks, salons, a post office and several
the Marine Corp and a plumber from Louisiana who
municipal offices. Today, those same 10,000 acres
taught him the business.
have become one hot commodity, with parcels be-
Allen said, "I couldn't afford to raise my family on an
ing bought by the Canadian government. The extra
income as a plumber working for someone else," he
money garnered from these sales has helped to
chuckled, "so I had no other choice but to open my
weather the current economic storm.
own business." He keeps his business in the family,
employing four skilled experts, including his son and
Landry noted that, "We only found out recently that
daughter.
we were sitting on oil," as he smiled and added, "So,
His plumbing firm provides services in the local area
we began to dig."
of New Iberia, Louisiana, specializing in residen-
The company has also developed several recreation-
tial and commercial facilities, such as hotels, small
al lots, with beaches, lakes, buildings, wood lots, as
businesses, and restaurants. Personally responsible
well as cottages and cabins adding to the landscape.
for making bids, designs, plumbing plans and estab-
"Two of my daughters,” he commented, “work with
lishing new clients, he stated, “I do what I have to in
me. They help to operate the daily administrative
order to stay ahead of new economic trends."
chores." -ERIC DANIELS

Literary writer –
AN ECONOMIC CASUALTY OF 9/11 In the Making:
WHO REFUSES TO GIVE UP
He’s a literary professor
with a muse. And that’s
D
Cornelison losing 60% of his why Professors Wayne
business. G. Deahl remembers that
percent moment when
avid Cornelison de- Looking back, he laments, "I he rubbed elbows with
veloped a thriving courier busi- remember when the Pony Ex- America’s premier novelist – John Ed-
ness specializing in the trans- press was the way to transport gar Widman. He believes it was mere
port of copies of checks for or deliver mail in the United scholarly fate. But their academic
financial institutions. His fam- States. Since then, we have relationship began back when Deahl
ily had always been successful come a long way, from FEDEX, was studiously working on his thesis.
entrepreneurs, related as he UPS and USPS to delivery At the time, Wideman was a member
is to the founders of American through the internet. My com- of faculty in the literary department.
West Airlines. pany had become obsolete."
True entrepreneurs, however, Deahl believes that Wideman, indi-
David Cornelison was equally do not simply stand pat on a rectly, served as a role model. Over
successful. bad hand. "Transportation, the years as an English Literature
However, when the World warehousing, and global ex- professor he’s written two novels. His
Trade Center was destroyed in press delivery,” he clipped. demeanor seems similar to Phillip
a terrorist attack and the whole “Now I have to restructure my Roth. “I’ve been in the presence of
banking industry was shaken business to work with these John Wideman, one of the more im-
up, a series of Post-9/11 leg- new business trends in the 21st portant literary minds in America,”
islation was passed, whereby century," he added. And if his Deahl says with a reflective tone. Per-
banks were no longer allowed past success in building a busi- haps, some of his literary genius has
to physically ness is any indicator, it is only rubbed off,” he added with a chuck-
a matter of time before Cor- le. “That’s a good characteristic.”
transport copies of checks – nelison's company becomes a
henceforth, banks had to use major player once again. Deahl has a Master in English &
digital imaging. That overre- Philosophy from Wyoming Univer-
action immediately resulted in -- ERWIN KANTOR sity. He also received his Bachelor’s
degree from xxx. In fact, two years
ago Deahl, was appointed to Board

of Governors, in 2006, sitting on
the State Housing Board, Wyoming
Community Development Authority.
He’s concerned about the hous-

ing problems in Wyoming. “We
are reaching a pretty bad stage
in the housing authority. Things
need to change. I’ve expressed
that to the House Officials, in the
Obama administration,” Deahl said.
-J . MICHAEL GORDON

CRS Factory Man
Armed with a spotless reputation, Lee Kok Hong ty. He assists with the development of neces-
is Factory Manager for CRS, which entity has emerged sary policies and procedures to ensure that the
as Malaysia’s largest building material company in factory and equipment are effective and maintained.
manufacturing and marketing. Since 2006, Hong or-
With all of that to his credit, he is mostly known for
ganizes and controls all production and factory out-
his role in the development of good working rela-
put targets. The production line consists of fiberglass
tions with customers and suppliers that span across
blankets, fire damper strips, insulated tank panels, V-
the globe from Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei, Hong
Lock pipe covers, rock wool slabs just to name a few.
Kong, India, to Indonesia, Japan, Kuwait, New Zea-
Hong’s focus is on the quantity, quality, yield, wast- land, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thai-
age, unit costs, and in overall production in accor- land and Sri Lanka. His negotiating skills have helped
dance with health, safety and hygiene standards. to ensure that contractors and suppliers provide the
most cost-effective provision of services to the factory.
The company also brands various products, such
as Thermo foil, Fiber mesh, Tuff-Skin, as well as CSR is known as one of the leading global build-
CSR ACL Panels and CSR ALC Lintels. Hong di- ing materials and manufacturing companies of-
rects and controls all factory staff to ensure safe- fering products and services for than 150 years.
Degenhardt European Sausage Farm, Ltd.

Remo Degenhardt, Vice President, of Degenhardt Degenhardt company manufacture’s quality meat
European Sausage Farm, Ltd, learned the trade se- products, the firm were founded in 1986. In fact,
crets of the business from his father. “This is a sec- Degenhardt’s European Sausage Firm, a produc-
ond generation business, my dad taught me every- er and seller of fine German deli meats and sau-
thing I needed to know about business,” Degenhardt sages are a branded and internationaly loved.
said during a telephone interview with The Suit. Degenhardt said his philosophy is simple: “I pre-
fer quality before quantity.” His company “places
priority on health products that taste as good as
they are for you. I want my customers to natural-
ly enjoy the flavors of our products, but also take
away a lasting good feeling and general well being.”
“We’re German – somy father learned how to make

sausages at home,” he added: “I had the secret for- Degenhordt has a solid education in his choos-
mula for our sausage. I just needed someone to en field. He studied manufacturing courses at the
help me mass produce it, so I found a packaging Flerschergeselle School in Germany. “The compa-
company and together we launched the business.” ny has major plans,” Degenhordt said. “Big plans.”

From Sheep Farmer to Agricultural
Businessman
Robert Agro Consulting
At first, sheep farming was a hobby for Jean-Paul the consulting industry. His clients include institutions
Robert, who now has 25 years of experience in the ag- such as the World Bank, corporations such as Nestlés,
riculture business behind him. More than two decades and such nation states as Panama, Peru, and Madagas-
ago, he launched his own consulting firm tailored spe- car, along with other organizations, such as FAO, SDS,
cifically to service the milk, meat and sheep industries. Unefico and KfW in Africa, Asia and South America.
His company grosses four million a year by providing At age 66, this agriculture consultant and Swiss In-
technical and economic consulting for producers of milk, stitute of Technology engineer has more than thirty
meat and agriculture. His clients include cheese and years of earned expertise in designing, monitor-
slaughter houses in tropical and subtropical countries. ing, backstopping and evaluating agricultural and
agribusiness projects, particularly in the dairy,
His company, initially funded by the Swiss
government, is heavily engaged in exports
to both Russia and several African nations. meat, fruits and vegetables sub-sectors. Defini-
tively, Mr. Robert is an accomplished specialist
Known for his hands-on solutions, Robert keeps up with numerous turn-key projects in animal produc-
with technical and economic feasibility studies and has tion behind him that include those involving dairy
authored seven of his own articles on production and plants, beef fattening schemes and slaughterhouses.

Dwyer Milk Transport
Facing an economic fuel crisis, Paul Dwyer, Tomah and Wisconsin. The Dwyer Milk Trans-
owner and president of Dwyer Milk Transport, port Company employs seven people, who
a dairy transport company established in 1988 serve 47 different farms in the area and gen-
still works hard for his money. "Now I transport erates annual revenue of roughly $350,000.
milk in Minnesota and Iowa delivering milk,"
Some of the challenges Dwyer has been facing He handles all operations both front and
are the economic fuel crisis, insurance hikes back of the company, such as purchasing new
and service rates recently have been slipping. equipment, maintaining customer relations,
maintaining equipment on existing machin-
Dwyer was a farmer for many years before ery, ordering and transporting fresh milk.
opening his own company. Dwyer Milk Com-
pany transports three 6000 gallon tanks of milk to "I have been contemplating in adding a tank-
several dairies throughout the surrounding areas of er division in the next 3-5 years." Dwyer says.
Meeting the Challenge

Owner of O'Brien Editorial Services Tampa, Florida, vices Inc., O'Brien decided to go back to his roots. He
he has been cutting his teeth in the editorial busi- performed editorial and legal copyright compliance
ness. O'Brien is a man with passion who has chan- work for professional publishers and trade books.
neled his energy into the world of publishing, but
with the rescission he has taken a toll. He said, "I He said, "I have been operating my online bookstore,
have been in the business for over 8 years and it selling first edition mystery books and other collect-
has dried up." In fact O'Brien is well known for his ible literature since 1997." O'Brien is a man of many
website business on amazon, Mostly Mysteries & 1st hats, covering the gamut of industries." He chuckles,
Editions as well as partnership at HPS Permissions. "I have provided copyright and royalty services for
An internet and online services company based out the music industry." "I have experience in account-
of Tampa, Florida. ing, grant preparation, music and publishing."
In 1984 O'Brien developed automation systems for

a variety of organizations. After a bad experience He served in the 101st Airborne, U.S. Veteran Bri-
with a known online company Prepaid Legal Ser- gade Soldier, 3rd Brigade 1977 and 1978.

Helping those ‘Squeezed Out’
Theodore Reese started Corporate Benefit Con-

sultants, Inc. in 1996, based out of “The Windy
City” of Illinois. In January of 2009 Barrack
Obama was inaugurated as the first African Ameri-
can to become President of the United States.
Rees said, “There was much over reaction to the

Obama, thing,” He adds, “After the presidential elec-
tion, we experienced double digit inflation and 40%
layoffs across the board.” the expansion of CMC
came to a Holt Two hundred clients panicked, feel-
ing the economic tsunami and Arizona had to wait.
Rees specializes in employee benefits, plans

such as medical, dental and life. The com-
pany has developed personalized plans de-
signed to fit and deliver cost saving methods. 1.Tax Credits for Low-Wage Workers in
Small Firms
He said, “We have roughly 25 employees who are
all over taxed.” He adds, “The top 6 managing pro- 2.Tax Credits for Individuals Struggling
ducers for Blue Cross Blue Shield are helping to with Health Costs
explain the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Recon-

ciliation Act (COBRA) payments to people.” Co- 3.Tax Credits for Those between Jobs
bra is a system that helps employees continue
their health care coverage after being terminated. 4.New Tax Deduction for Those Without
Access to Employer Coverage
Cobra is a program built to help people who are currently
experiencing difficulty affording health care coverage.
For this reason, Corporate Benefit Consultants, Inc.
BCBSA recommends the government take the fol- has developed a new solution, serving as an exten-
lowing actions: Expand the Government Safety Net, sion of the Human Resources Department. Rees
Provide Three Types of Targeted Grants of States, said, “We provide a personalized service.” He adds,
and Provide Four New Types of Tax Assistance: “We cover the gamut of industries in multiple areas.”
The Health Care Crises Continues……..

HEALTH CARE
The evolving roles of clinicians, patients and
communities in the delivery of health care services
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Ǥ Recommendations and Patient Autonomy: Finding a

Balance between Physician Power and Patient Choice.
Annals of Internal Medicine, 125(9): 763-769.
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ǡ ǡ 2. Burke G. (1980). Ethics and medical decision-making.
Primary Care, 7(4): 615-624.
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she appeared as an international
cover girl in Europe. “I did some
film and Miller beer commercials,
and had some roles with actors
such as Steve Martin, the late
John Candy, and Anthony Per-
kins,” she notes.
Having traveled throughout the

world, Tersigni currently resides
in North Carolina since 2002,
though her stomping grounds
remain in Canada. “I’m currently
writing a book and working with
agents in New York,” she says, and
she’s in the process of launching
a yoga nursing institution where
she intends to train nurses in how
to incorporate yoga and standard
western health care into one prac-
tice.
Though yoga is an ancient eastern

practice that has been around for
at least 5,000 years, there seems
to be a big misconception in the
East Meets West ma. It is what I have been search- west regarding its utility, she
ing for, and what’s been searching notes. For centuries, men have
Annette Tersigni sits with her predominantly used yoga for the
eyes closed in deep meditation. for me,” she adds.
mind and body, and in healthy
A practicing nurse by profession, living. “Yoga is not a girly prac-
she merges her yoga teaching with Tersigni works with cancer pa-
tients and teaching them yoga. tice, but it’s good for everyone,”
good old American nursing. Tersigni says. “It’s all about the
Destiny is what led her to practice
both nursing and holistic medicine breathing exercises, mind exer-
Ms. Tersigni has felt the stress of through yoga at the Duke hospital cises and postures, and tapping
western civilization, particularly in North Carolina, she says. into the consciousness-related
in the medical field. For the past process,” she adds. “My nursing
fifteen years, she’s been working In addition to working with vic- skills give me access to my clients,
on the frontlines of the healthcare tims of cancer, she specializes and this helps me to determine,
industry as both a practicing nurse in cardiac and heart disease pa- how to deal with certain diseases
and yoga instructor. tients. “I’ve been educating people and problems they might have to
around the world on leading confront in their lives.
Ms. Tersigni started learning and health spiritual lifestyles. And I’ve
practicing yoga since she was 17, studied with Deepak Chopra and “It’s about the spirit, soul, and
and has always been fascinated David Simon,” she adds. “These the healing of these components,”
with this 5,000-year-old rem- people were my inspirations to Tersigni said, “Breathing is very
edy for stress and anxiety. “Yoga success.”Her career initially began important to a healthy life. I am
helped me and my life,” she ex- in the fields of fashion and model- also a columnist for ‘Nightingale
plains. “This is what I call Dhar- ing, where, in her earlier years, Magazine’; it’s about creating a
recipe for success.”

Royal Care International
Virginia Youssef Barakat has always had a passion

for medicine and for learning about and utilizing
the varied approaches to healing within the medical
field.
Thus, Royal Care International, an Egyptian based

company that specializes in management and medi-
cal care systems, feeds her passion adequately. As
CEO & Operation Manager since the company’s
inception in 2004, Barakat's duties involve a wide-
www.royalcareintl.com
range of strategic and operational responsibilities
as she oversees corporate activities and manages all
board meetings.
A dynamic personality, she has, as well, gained an

exceptional reputation within the Future University
with which she is affiliated.
The university relies upon a network of prominent Royal Care International

physicians and medical consultants and several Mailing address: 11 Falaky Sq.,Down Town,
medical centers, laboratories, and pharmacies to Cairo, Egypt
bring the best service available. Working hrs:Daily from 9 am till 4 pm ex-
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The Consultant Guru
For more than eleven years, overseeing the day-to-day opera- to include CIC, Novartis Canada
Arshad H. Siddiqi has been advis- tions as chief administrator while Inc., and Sandoz Pakistan Inc.,
ing the corporate world about the providing strategic direction. among others.
pharmaceutical business – par-
ticularly the international phar- As President and chief consultant, During his travels around the
maceutical industry. he brings an irrepressible enthu- world to such places as India,
siasm for hard wwork and earnest Pakistan, Iran and Turkey, Siddiqi
His Canadian-based organization drive, the combination of which discovered his business acumen
was established in 1998, special- has made him someone to watch. while in Canada where, today, he
izing in areas of quality assurance, now owns a successful pharma-
stability, analytical development, Of course, this so-called guru ceutical consulting firm.
validation and manufacturing. consultant and entrepreneur is no
stranger to the pharmaceutical in- Having risen to the top of his
As a result, the Arshad Siddiqi dustry, having served as Director profession, Arshad H. Siddiqi re-
Pharma Consultant Company has of Quality Assurance for Novartis mains a positive forward thinker,
been one of the most prominent, and as a contractor with McCarthy maintaining that necessary bal-
profit-based businesses world- Consultants. ance between business goals, eth-
wide. ics and meeting the needs of his
With a BSc in Chemistry from the clients.
Siddiqi runs a tight ship with an University of Osmania, India, his
on-hands approach, he explains, professional affiliations have come
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Health Journey’s Foundation Provides Spiritual Solace
Jane CH Currie, Chairman, of Health Journeys Foun- she died quietly and with dignity in 1990,” Currie said.
dation, is a cancer survivor, who formed her calling Three years later, Currie’s cancer appeared in her breast.
in life. “Health Journeys is an organizationthat pro-
vides emotional and spiritual support to cancer pa- At the time, she was 33 years old.
tients,” Curries said from her New Zealand office. “Thank god they didn’t keep me waiting too long
for the diagnosis,” Currie added: “My medical fam-
“I went through breast cancer myself.” ily and friends encouraged me to undergo surgery
The Workbase Education Trust, serves as a literacy (lumpectomy), these treatments saved me from fall-
work place for the working class of New Zealand, by ing further down the ‘cancer cliff.’ But it was the
providing more then 40 programs in proficient lit- complementary treatment and self care information
eracy such as, information, advisory services and I learned from ‘Bernie Siegel’s book ‘Life, Medicine
developmental opportunities to kiwi’s at no cost. and Miracle’ that helped her save her life,” she said.
She said her journey first started with “my mother being
diagnosed with grade two breast cancer at the age of 55.” She later founded the Waikato Breast Cancer Trust.
She studied at the University of Stellenbosch and re-
At the time, she was finishing up her studies at ceived a Bachlor’s degree with honors in 1984. Cur-
the University, she was only 22 years old, when rie also completed a post graduate work at Massey
she discovered her mother was sick with cancer. University in Business and Administration in 2000.
“The cancer had spread to her spine. She bravely wore her
disease, frequently using morophine for the pain. And She is married and has two children: Jennifer and James.
Pamela Gumbs, Pharm.D
known affectionately among
her patients as “Dr. Pam,”
earned a Doctorate in Phar-
macy and a second degree in
Geriatrics from the University
of California at San Francisco.
During her time at UC San

Francisco, Dr. Pam took a few
classes in Asthma and Respi-
ratory Health, and discovered
that specializing in Respira-
tory Health would give her ca-
reer a more focused direction.
Are you battling seasonal al-
In her words, “Stick with
lergies? Are you or some-
one thing, and you’ll
one you know facing the chal-
have a lot more fun.”
lenges associated with asthma?
Since then she has be-
come an Asthma and Aller-
Are you looking for a natural solu-
gy Consultation Specialist.
tion to a particular health condi-
Dr. Pam also spends much of
tion? Are you trying to stop smok-
her time out in the community,
ing? If you are a past-smoker,
serving as a Pharmacist Rep-
do you struggle with coughing?
resentative for the Alameda
Alliance for Health and work-

ing with homeless shelters to
I can help. I specialize in con-
increase awareness about the
sulting with patients about natu-
proper use for diabetic needles.
ral and traditional approach-
es to asthma, allergies, and
In addition to her commu-
other respiratory conditions.
nity involvement and con-
sulting services, she works
as a staff pharmacist for
Berkeley United Pharmacy.

Crunches Numbers
A Success Story for a Living – And
Gives Back
Her journey has been a long and "Nothing could be more reward- courses on meditation, while of-
arduous one. "I grew up in Kenya, ing than watching your own career ten speaking at public forums.
Africa, where we do not have much develop with value," she muses.
opportunity,” explains says Sonal The University encourages the de-
Shah, who is also of Indian de- Such an event occurred in 2007, velopment of a spiritual life assist-
scent, “but I have never settled for when Ms. Shah embarked on a ing people from many religious,
anything less than big," she adds. new humanitarian effort to bring ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
When the opportunity finally pre-
sented itself, Ms. Shah left her The University includes a world wide
homeland to take up residence in network of people from more than
the United Kingdom, where she 100 countries and 8,500 centers.
studied during the day and worked
for Burger King outlets at night. In the course of her work with the
University, Shah has actively par-
Years later, once she landed a po- ticipated in countless youth pro-
sition with Aviva Plc, it didn't take grams, inter-religious dialogues, as
long for Ms. Shah to get noticed. well as prison outreach programs.
She was then offered a position
as a Senior Associate with Price- Since 2002, Shah has been the
waterhouse Coopers (PwC), one people and religions together. financial advisor for the Janki
of the largest professional service She joined the Brahma Ku- Foundation for Global Health
firms in the world, employing well maris World Spiritual Uni- Care, a charity organization
over 150,000 people in more than versity, based in the U.K., and based in the U.K. which en-
150 countries and specializing in helped develop a curriculum for courages awareness in health.
assurance, tax and advisory, et al. young professionals, including

Munaf Ali Consultancy, Ltd.
For more than eight years, Dr. Munaf Ali has had
a calling to assist the corporate world – and in par-
ticular the international pharmaceutical industry. His
England-based organization, specializing in consult-
ing, regulatory affairs, analytical development, valida-
tion and drug development, was established in 2003.
Running a tight ship, he oversees the day-to-day op-

erations, including all administrative functions and
strategic direction. As Managing Director and Consul-
tant, it's mostly Ali's irrepressible enthusiasm for his
hard work and drive that makes him someone to watch.
Ali has worked in this industry for more than 15

years, having been engaged by such companies as
European Medicines Evaluation Agency as a Phar-
maceutical Reviewer, or World Wide Clinical Tri-
als in HIV compound research, and Ingenix as its
Global Vice-President. Today, Ali provides scien-
tific and regulatory advice for clinical trials across
many therapeutic areas in over 46 different countries.
Having acquired a Ph. D., an M.S.c, and a B.S.c

in psychology and neurology from Imperial Col-
lege, Dr. Ali has traveled throughout the world and
has finally made his niche, a successful pharmaceu-
tical consultant. He says, "I have strong ties with the
American Association of Advancement of Science,"
and adds, "I was also co-founder of the International
Society for Clinical Trails and Methodology (CNS).

Organic Forever is here to Our Mission ... at the core of
provide the highest qual- our business That is to listen
ity and broadest selection of to our customers, deal with
products along with unparal- them honestly and fairly, and
leled customer service and provide them the best shop-
second, to offer a forum for ping experience.
education, support and infor-
mation.

As a family businessman, Terry ating many innovative packaging
Dowel, founder and Managing Di- designs,” he said during an inter-
rector of Natures Organics, Pty Ltd, view with The Suit earlier this year.
has successfully operated a lucrative
business for the past 21 years. Natures “The company had its origins in li-
Organics manufactures hair and skin cense and contract manufacturing
care products, including shampoos in the 1960s. By the 1980s, we had
and conditioners, as well as house- developed and established many of
hold products that are sold through the company’s successful brands.
countless supermarkets and special- Today,” Dowel added, “Natures Or-
ty stores nation-wide and abroad. ganics plays a significant role in
supplying supermarkets in Austra-
Mr. Dowel noted that natural or- lia, and we still compete against
ganic products have changed the way multinational conglomerates.”
consumers shop today. “The organic
product industry has revolutionized Dowel monitors the day-to-day op-

the way the corporate world looks erations, he said, and currently uses
at holistic living. People are more state-of-the-art equipment in his fa-
health conscious,” he said. So in this cility. “We use an inventive and unique
new holistic era, what continuing role approach to design and hold machin-
will big businesses play in a health ery that helps facilitate the company’s
conscious society, he was asked. successful establishment,” he added.
“In essence, we will have to give In Australia, he runs a tight ship.
the consumers what they want,” re- “I work closely with my top-notch
marked Dowel in an upbeat tone. team of professionals. My staff
His own reputation extends from his works hard to ensure that we are
“development of chemical forma- providing high quality service.”
tions and processes as well as cre-

BUSINESS PLANNING TO HEALTHCARE
Most success- two State licensed daycare centers
ful people have in South Africa for over 6 years. The
not achieved centers provided on-site day care
their goals by for over 350 children, from new
having some born through kindergarten. Her
new skill or home care experiences started in
opportunity 1998, when her father, then suffer-
gift wrapped ing from terminal cancer, required
and put under home care then was relocated to the
a tree. They de- US from South Africa, in December
veloped steadily by working with the 2000 by HP. The balance between
opportunity placed in front of them. family and career was neutralized
when she created Elder Kid Care.
Dominque Andrews is such a per-
son who learned and transcended "We had the swine flu epidemic
from her corporate experiences a few months ago and we pro-
at IBM as Director of Profession- vided our service to families, be-
al Services and Hewlett Packard cause somebody has to take care
as Director and Manager Con- of the kids when their parents are
sultant to owner and operator of working," said Ms. Andrews. "We
Elder Kid Care, a state licensed take care of patients suffering
company that provides home from Alzheimer's. We help them
health care to over 400 families with their daily living: bathing,
in the Dallas Forth Worth area. grooming, housekeeping, prepar-
ing meals, errands, going to the
"Some may think that the home doctor - It's all a matter of trust!"
care market is run by mom and
pop shops; elderly taken care of
the elderly," said Ms. Andrews. " Through her experience of bal-
ancing family and career, Ms. ElderKidCare
What's happening is that people Andrews' vision and strategic 1700 Alma Drive, Ste 242
are becoming more mature and so- thinking has produced Elder Kid Plano, TX 75075
phisticated in care giving. Still it's Care, a model in home care ser- TEL: 214-432-2575
a dicey business. There are unscru- vice throughout the state of Texas. FAX: 214-432-2627
pulous business practices where eMAIL: careinfo@elderkidcare.com
the elderly are being swindled." "We take care of our clients from Web: www.elderkidcare.com
Ms. Andrews owned and operated the cradle to the grave," she said.
Heenan Blaikie
When Corrado De Stafano, a partner of Heenan Blaikie, hensive legal advice and innovative business solutions
one of the leading law firms in Canada, sets his sights to clients across Canada, including Montreal, Toronto,
on a labor and employment law case, he always wins. Vancouver, Quebec City, Calgary, Ottawa, just to name
"I've had headliner cases," De Stafano said. a few. Amid the higher circles of business law, he’s con-
He has been practicing law for over 20 years and be- sidered an authority on labor and employment law.
came a partner in 1995. His area of expertise in- Author of a number of widely read works on la-
cludes collective bargaining agreements, com- bor and employment law, De Stafano teaches la-
pensation and benefits, grievance arbitration and bor law at the Centre for Continuing Education
human rights, as well as in privacy and employment law. and Faculty of Management, McGill University.
De Stafano explained that his firm provides compre-

The Ambassador for Nuclear Energy in
Australia
Australian Nuclear Association
Dubbed "The Unofficial Ambassa- ity at Harwell from 1955 to 1971,
dor for nuclear energy in Australia," and was seconded to work at the
Dr. Clarence J. Hardy, Executive Oak Ridge National Laboratory in
Secretary of the Australian Nucle- the U.S. from 1965-66 on advanced
ar Association, says he believes in nuclear fuel fabrication processes.
"promoting the peaceful use of nu-
clear science, energy and technolo- In 1966, he was appointed as the
gy" in the United Kingdom, United leader of the Chemical Process-
States, and Australia. "I am an in- ing Group in the Chemistry Divi-
tellectually recognized expert in the sion at Harwell and was respon-
nuclear industry," Dr. Hardy adds. sible for research and development
of new nuclear fuel processes as
Since 2004, he has served as well as on contract research for
Vice-President and President of applications of nuclear technol-
the Pacific Nuclear Council. "This ogy in non-nuclear industries.
is a non-profit NGO representing
over 60,000 professionals in the Hardy has an extensive work histo- He was awarded a DSc degree by
nuclear industry in ten countries ry in nuclear science. Born in Derby, the University of Bristol in 1971,
around the Pacific Basin, includ- England, he received a BSc (Hons, in recognition of his work on over
ing the United States," he adds. Chemistry) in 1952, and a PhD in fifty scientific papers and patents
In an interview with Suit, Hardy in nuclear science and technol-
noted that nuclear energy is ex- ogy published from 1956-1971.
panding globally. "Australia is
rich in resources of uranium and For twenty years, he worked as
thorium," he explains, "two very a Division Chief and Chief Sci-
important nuclear materials." entist at the Lucas Heights Re-

search Laboratories in Sydney,
According to Hardy, Austra- Australia, and he worked as
lia exports roughly 20% of the Chief Scientist for the Austra-
world's uranium for use in over- lian Atomic Energy Commission.
seas nuclear power stations,
though nuclear power is cur- "I've been working for more than
rently banned there. "I am sure thirty years in the nuclear energy
you will find that ironic," he adds. field," Hardy says, "and, certainly,
nuclear energy is undergoing a re-
"Today, I’m campaigning to change 1955 from the University of Bris- naissance worldwide in the pres-
this, but the present government tol. He then worked at the Atomic ent carbon-constrained world."
has other issues on its agenda Energy Research Establishment
that they think are important." of the UK Atomic Energy Author-

Dr. Birgitta Brunes is a general Theory
practitioner who specializes in
treating Multiple Sclerosis. Once Our theory is founded on the conviction that MS is
diagnosed with MS, she learned the result of a lack of neurotransmitters partly due to
to overcome the condition and has devoted her life neurodegeneration and caused by several factors.
to helping others make use of her methods of treat-
ment. This shortage can be accentuated by:
Having established her own clinic, Brunes Pharm AB, 1. Metal toxaemia (e.g. amalgam, welding, etc.)
in her native Stockholm, Sweden 2. Genetic factors
(1994), she devotes much of her 3. Psychological factors (often trig-
time between patient care and on- ger factors
going research in the area as well as stress, demands and “musts”.)
in anti-aging, nervous and immune
systems. research. Nerve signals are in part transmit-
ted electrically via nerve fibre and in
Her approach involves an extensive part bio-chemically via nerve junc-
program that provides educational tions (synapses). The bio-chemical
courses, treatment and consulta- changeover is handled via neu-
tion for MS clients at affordable rotransmitters.
costs, and she is responsible for all
phases of patient care. With MS, the casing (myelin) around
While Birgitta continues in her the nerve fibre is damaged in some
work, Christian Brunes serves places, although the nerve itself is
as managing director for Brunes generally undamaged. Scar tissue in
Pharm AB, overseeing organiza- the myelin allows the nerve signal to
tion, administration and finance. “leak out” and results in too little of the original signal
being transmitted. My theory is that if it is possible
The clinic began in 1993 with a small and dedicated to amplify the signal then a stronger signal will reach
team of professionals that help facilitate specialized its destination despite the leakage from the myelin
personal care and excellent customer service. Fully sheath. The signal can be amplified using medicines
incorporated the following year, Brunes Pharm AB with an effect on neurotransmitters.
has grown rapidly and presently offers various solu-
tions to clients in Sweden and around the world. It is clear that the neurotransmitters must exist in a
given relationship to each other for the nerve signals
to travel correctly. When this relationship is altered
Dr. Brunes, who has been in recovery for the past fif- it results in neurological symptoms. These frequent-
teen years, brings with her a strong background in the ly manifest themselves in numbness or other sen-
health care field. Her book, “From Multiple Sclerosis sory disturbances, vision problems, fatigue, lack of
to Better Health,” has been translated into the English strength, constipation/diarrhoea, a frequent need to
language but has yet to find a publisher. urinate or difficulty in evacuating the bladder which is
often accompanied by residual urine. Given the above
Having completed her studies in 1975, at Karolinska it is understandable that treatment must be related to
Institute at Solna as a Medical Doctor, she has worked variations in the levels of the different neurotransmit-
for several medical organizations. Her book has been ters.
published in Sweden, Denmark and Latvia. A German Initially, different patients have shortages of dif-
translation is about to be published. ferent neurotransmitters and consequently must be

treated according to an individually tailored program. troublesome or unpleasant period before the debut of
No side affects occur when the medications are taken the disease.
as prescribed. The patient ingests substances that are
in short supply. This is comparable to a diabetic who We also know that in depressive states the levels of
takes the correct amount of insulin and does not suf- neurotransmitters (primarily noradrenaline and se-
fer any side effects. rotonin) decline. It is also known that immune reac-
tions appear during depression. It has recently been
My experience suggests that after a period of medi- established that a shortage of e.g. noradrenaline can
cation, the body can provide the needed increase in also lead to the occurrence of inflammatory reactions
neurotransmitter production, and consequently the in the brain.
use of medicines can be gradually eliminated. At this
stage I generally recommend an increase in the con- Earlier research also indicates that a reduction has
sumption of a variety of amino acids, which are the taken place in several of the nervous system’s neu-
building blocks of neurotransmitters. Normal neurotransmitters, particularly noradrenaline and sero-
rotransmitter production is not sufficient. tonin, in more severe MS cases. Recent research has
also indicated a dysfunction in the neurotransmitter
A higher level of neurotransmitters is essential to acetylcholine. This can result in deficits in the cog-
amplify the nerve impulses so they can pass through nitive domains of memory, learning, attention and
the nerve fibre despite the damaged myelin sheath. information processing In other words, the medical
The patient also needs to conserve the neurotrans- aspect of this treatment aims to amplify the nerve im-
mitters that exist since they are required for all bodily pulses by compensating for low neurotransmitter lev-
activities including thinking, movement, anxiety and els or neurotransmitters out of balance.
stress. It is possible to preserve neurotransmitters by
resting a great deal and by engaging in activities that Mercury (Hg)
heighten well-being. I believe, for example, that it is a
shame and unnecessary when patients deplete their According to WHO, amalgam fillings “or silver filings”
small stock of neurotransmitters by climbing stairs, as they are called in the US are the greatest source of
engaging in physical training and even making beds mercury in the body. Amalgam contains about 50%
for their family members. mercury (Hg). Toxic mercury vapours are continually
released from amalgam fillings. Mercury vapours are
When one has reached a reasonable level of well-be- one of the most powerful known neurotoxins.
ing via medicines and rest there is a temptation to start 1. Mercury hinders the production of neurotrans-
living a “normal” life. You wake up one morning and mitters. As a result, the transmission of nerve impuls-
feel more energetic than you have for a long time and es may be hampered, made impossible or “go wrong”.
the ambitious ego starts doing all of the things that Symptoms such as the loss of sensitivity, numbness,
previously had to wait. The backlash usually comes prickling, tingling etc can arise.
quickly and relentlessly. I generally warn of this but 2. Mercury increases the quantity of free radicals,
it appears that everyone has to learn from personal which in turn lead to oxidation in the body, particu-
experience. larly if there is a shortage of antioxidants.
3. Mercury also settles on sulphur and hydrogen
Lifestyle changes take a long time, and new boundar- groups, thus disturbing the function of enzymes and
ies must be tested with extreme caution. Preferably, membranes.
one should avoid even approaching the limits. Every- 4. Mercury induces autoimmune responses and
thing is allowed providing it does not increase symp- inflamation. Many other metals, as nickel and also
toms, neither in the short run, nor in the long. gold and palladium from dental restorations can trig-
ger immune reactions and cause inflammation. For
There is a strong link between depression and MS. MS sufferers it is often nickel.
Depression does not appear after being diagnosed
with MS; it usually comes first. My clinical experience
shows that many MS sufferers have had an unusually (CONTINUED ON PAGE 111)

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But, according to Jean-Pierre Rickli, a self- dustry, heating energy for households, buildings and
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Jean-Pierre Rickli has been involved for the most ing to develop algorithms to be used by developers.
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His very own company - JPR Concepts & In-
novation - has been around for the last 9 years Jean-Pierre engages in the coaching, the innova-
in dealing with private and large corporations. tion and securing the knowledge particularly when
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business in various regions including Germany, France nity on all energy forms - solar, geothermal, hy-
and Italy. The mission of JPR Concepts & Innovation brid, wind, etc. - in order to attain his objectives.
is to develop concepts for a secure energy supply based
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David McLay, is a seasoned Barrister, He has also appeared as “Finance

with his own practice in New Zealand, counsel in the privy council in Ran-
specializing in corporate income tax, gatira Limited, CIR.” He also has
goods and service tax, and tax litigation. extensive practice in relation to trust
McLay has had broad experiences in for non-residents and overseas trust
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vate Council to taxation review.” versity of Wellington, LLB with honors.
BarristersComm is a set of chambers of experienced commercially-focused barristers.

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Barbara A. Williams:
Part-time Adjunct intstructor
Philadelphia Community College
After more than 20 years she filed for retirement from first day she received that important phone call,
Ara-mar, she contemplated a second career. Wil- the College of Philadelphia called me up and in-
liams opted for a part-time position, eager to teach vited me to the campus and the faculty eventu-
and mentor, sharing her abundant knowledge, she ally hired me as a part time adjunct teacher."
finally found her distinct niche in the business world.
Teaching at Community College of Philadelphia Williams has published articles in the American
has been a passion of her's she holds close to heart. Diabetic Association, she still remains in educa-
"I was born to teach," Williams said, recalling the tion and health care, a true pioneer in her field.
Manfred W. Orasche most powerful super computers. Among the certifications he holds
Manfred has been in the Infor- are as a tech consultant in IBM-
of Hewlett-Packard Se- mation Technology industry for DB2, an MCDBA (Microsoft Certi-
nior Consultant over ten years, working in HP’s fied Database Administrator), and
Research & Development arm. a Nortel Certified Support Expert.
Frankfurt, Germa- Most recently, HP has announced
ny 2009 – Manfred As an innovator, he has worked a line of new software products to
W. Orasche is Se- on a number of integrating sys- help small and medium sized busi-
nior Consultant of tems projects since the late 1990's, nesses save money and improv-
Hewlett-Packard, a learning more at each step of the ing remote support services, such
technology and consulting firm way. Above all, he has a proven as detecting hardware problems
located in Frankfurt, Germany. track record for figuring out what in servers and storage devices.
people want in computer services.
The company operates in more With such as Manfred Ora-
than 170 countries around the With an academic background that sche at the helm of HP’s re-
world, providing infrastructure includes a Mechanical Engineering search and consultancy,
and business solutions along with degree (1978) and a Systems Admin- rapidly changing technological ad-
a range of products, including a istrator degree (1999), he continues vances appear even more promising.
number of hand held devices for to advance as an expert in his field.
some of the world's largest and
Mighty Entrepreneur milled products do not cook the
grain while generating very little
In Milling Industry heat in the process of production.
Coert asserts that, through his
Arthur L. Coert, the Managing method, "A wide range of products
Director of The Alligrator, a high- were milled for clients with out-
tech agricultural milling firm, says standing results. For the first time,
that his Brisbane-based company materials like raw sugar, flaxseed,
seems to have taken a "bite out of Echinacea, dried kangaroo meat,
the food milling industry." soy beans, wheat and other grains,
Sporting a different kind of suit chick peas, kava and many more
for his field, Mr. Coert is now products" can be processed in a
among the movers and shakers of manner that retains their essentials.
a 21st Century milling industry. "The greatest entrepreneurs see
Established in 1993, this Aus-
chinery. The end result is an in- opportunity where others do not,"
tralian company primarily en-
creased life span of his products Coert states, which is the adage
gages in organic food tech-
while retaining the oils, miner- he lives by. The willingness to
nologies and production.
als and fibers of various grains. work hard and the focused desire
Coert d iscovered a method
Certainly, organic food advocates to succeed are his only secrets.
for processing grains and flours
are deeply indebted for his new-
by using no-oxygen mill ma-
found innovation, given that his
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TEXT GRAPHICS FOR ness as head of GA International. drastic temperatural environments
DRASTIC TEMPERATURAL The company manufactures artifi- using cell biology, and utilizing
ENVIRONMENTS cial labels which are made to with-
stand high temperatures. With GA
a new gene which I discovered."
So Ambartsoumian has been able
USING CELL BIOLOGY International locations averaging to take the fruits of his scientific
G
less than ten employees, the empha- research, including the discovery
sis is on qualitative, independent of this new gene, and apply them
work. According to Ambartsoumi- to industry, producing a revolu-
eorge Ambartsoumian is an, "I strive to be independent, but tionary technique solely marketed
an expert in the field of molecu- also to stay in touch with industry by GA International. He is a man
lar and micro-biology. A former trends. I am developing new proj- who is ideally suited to the quickly
theoretical scientist, he’s decided ects both public and private," he changing technological world in
to apply his knowledge in the man- stated before adding, "My patent which we live, a world in which cre-
ufacturing industry. His knowl- regarding the production of arti- ative solutions come out of the mix
edge, intellect and work ethics ficial labels which can withstand of theoretical and applied science.
have lifted him into the rarefied high temperatures was issued to
atmosphere of international busi- make text graphics tailored for

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NOTE!
If you are considering replacing your amalgam fill-
ings with plastic (composite) or ceramic fillings, you
must obtain KNOWLEDGE before starting the pro-
cedure. During replacement, the released quantity of
Southern State University Hg is unavoidably higher and you risk more serious
symptoms. Contact a dentist with lengthy experience
Educator and Pioneer in the procedure (particularly with MS patients) and,
above all, do the procedure in collaboration with a
PHYSICIAN who is knowledgeable and understands
the problems that can arise. Contact your local dental
association for more information on the replacement
of amalgam fillings. Read more – www.melisa.org »
For the past 47 years, several synthesis studies. Since the very start in 1992 I have been co-founder
pioneer educator Prof. Among his areas of re- and board member of the MELISA Medica Founda-
Edward Biehl has left search are enhanced or- tion and until now we have organized 13 international
his professional mark ganic synthesis and phar- conferences. Read more about metals and the im-
in organic chemistry maceutical compounds. mune system at www.melisa.org
with a specialization "With a bleak economy
in neuro-diseases, par- moving forward, gov- Treatment
ticularly Alzheimer's ernmental funding has Birgitta’s theories on the cause of MS and the treat-
. scaled back substantially ment that has lead to the elimination of her MS
Having earned his PhD. since the country de- symptoms are described in her husband’s new book
from the University of clared a recession," the in swedish, which has just appeared on the market.
Pittsburgh in 1961, he was professor admits, though We are looking for an interested publisher in the Eng-
appointed a professor with a great sense of lish language. “From MS Diagnosis to Better Health”,
and eventually Chair of hope, he adds, "Our re- a new approach to Multiple Sclerosis (Larson’s för-
the Department of Chem- lationship with Johns lag. In Swedish , Danish and Lithuanian so far. There
istry at Southern State Hopkins looks promis- is an English translation, but no publisher yet.) The
ing for future funding," theories we expound and the treatment we offer are
University where he then chuckles, "but I frequently referred to as alternative medicine. We
teaches basic and ad- didn't do it by myself. do not agree. All theories are based on medical sci-
vanced Organic Chemis- ence and on years of practical experience as a fam-
try. A Phi Beta Kappa, Dr. I had help from Bob ily practitioner. Our approach can be called PNIT
Biehl has written for nu- Levine and Profes- (Psycho-Neuro-Immuno-Toxicology) and only be re-
merous publications on sor John McGuire." garded as alternative in relation to the current medi-
cal perception of the cause and treatment of MS. We
are not familiar with, nor do we use, homeopathic or
naturopathic preparations. Birgitta’s treatment in-
volves the use of common medicines, aminoacids, an-
tioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Brunes Pharm AB
have been giving courses and offered treatment for
MS-diagnosed for many years. We are regulary giving
courses about our method combined with treatment.
The courses are currently not given in English. If you
want to know more, please contact us or read Birgitta
Brunes book, please visit:
Brunes Pharm AB www.brunes.se

EoTech Engineering
A savvy company knows when it’s ahead of the business

game. And that's exactly what happened with Electric
Optic Technology, commonly known as EOTech – a firm
founded in 2008 specializing in the design, manufacture,
and marketing of electro-optic products and systems.
The company, located in Gothenburg, Sweden, is a top

engineering and consulting firm clearly on the fast track.
Ernst Olsen, a seasoned gray haired veteran in engi-
neering and technology, has more than 20 years under
his belt, with a specialty in Electric Optic Technology.
A former Ericsson employee, his degrees include a doc-

torate from Chalmers University of Technology and
an M.S.c in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering.
The company uses the latest laser and holograph-

ic technology to design various marketable prod-
ucts, and Olsen’s designs far exceed future outlooks.

Clean Air
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ENTERTAINMENT
CHRISTOPHER TUCKER
THE MASTER OF MASKS
We all wear masks in order to deal applying make-up in such a way as
with each other. Unlike others, to engender the required illusion.
Christopher Tucker's professional
responsibility is to create physical The first film production he worked
masks for the extraordinary char- on as a make-up artist was none
acters which our theatre/film in- other than "Julius Caesar," with by Tucker include David Niven,
dustry places before us, sometimes Charlton Heston and Sir John Giel- Christopher Reeves, Dame Mag-
in images that take up the entire gud. He became a specialist in the gie Smith, Lord Lawrence Olivier,
screen. Many of those characters technique of simulating the aging Darryl Hannah, Robert Duvall,
have become a part of our cultural process and was responsible for the David Hemmings, Sir Michael
heritage. As a world-renown make- make-up of an aging Roman em- Caine, Lilli Palmer, Jane Suzman,
up artist, Tucker was called upon by peror in the award-winning series, Pierce Brosnan and Lee Remick.
director David Lynch to design and "I Claudius," a BBC production.
produce the unprecedented com- The directors with whom he
plexity required for the make-up of He has, as well, worked in other has worked present no less for-
John Hurt in "Elephant Man." The art forms. In the world of opera, he midable a list, including Ridley
head had fifteen different sections, created the head and body parts of Scott, Franklin Schaffner, Stanley
some overlapping, yet, nothing of the main character for Philip Glass'
its kind had ever been made before "Akhnaten." The Royal Shake- Donen, Jean-Jacques Annaud,
– certainly, not out of foam and speare Theatre utilized Tucker's Tony Scott, Sergio Leone, War-
silicone rubber. The make-up took talents to create the hump for ren Beatty, Paul Verhoeven, Neil
seven hours to apply, and Tucker Richard III as well as the faces and Jordan and Fred Zimmerman.
was the perfect man for the job. noses of Cyrano de Bergerac in the
productions by Sir Derek Jacobi. The reason he’s had such success
Born in Hereford, England, he at- is that his skills as a make-up art-
tended Elizabeth College in Guern- Another crowning achievement ist have allowed him to push the
sey before enrolling at the Lon- in Tucker's career was to design boundaries of image creation be-
don Guildhall School of Drama the make-up for Michael Craw- yond traditional limits, working
and Music, during which time he ford's character in "The Phantom in the world of realism, fantasy,
worked professionally as an opera of the Opera," an image viewed look-alike creation, animatronics
singer. Soon, however, he realized in every corner of the world, and make-up and effects, as well as in
one of the most successful pro- prosthetics for the film, television,
ductions in the storied portfo- and stage production industries
lio of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber. in England and elsewhere. He has

The make-up design for this one pioneered many techniques in the
took several months to complete. use of such materials as foam la-
tex, silicones and gelatins. He even
The uniqueness of his abilities has created the first moving eye for
made Tucker a valuable commod- a television commercial and has
ity in the world of art and enter- made it possible for an American
tainment, with several actors actu- actor to transform into a were-
ally demanding that their make-up wolf in one take, without the use
be designed and applied under of today’s ubiquitous computer
the watchful eye of Chris Tucker, effects. His interests in science,
among them Gregory Peck, one of chemistry, engineering, sculpting
the finest American actors of any and photography, as well as his
that his passion was in the art of generation. Other actors handled fluency in the software of com-

puter-generated imagery have allowed him to
change the world of make-up design and application.
And the accolades have followed, along with his artis-

tic and commercial successes. He is the first award-
winner of the BAFTA make-up prize for his work
on “Quest for Fire.” His early men in that film also
won the Oscar in the make-up category. For that
same work, he also received the Fantasy of USA
award. As well, he’s won the Sitges Festival Award
for his work on Neil Jordan’s “In the Company of
Wolves,” and his make-up for “The Elephant Man”
served as catalyst for the American Film Acade-
my’s creation of the make-up category in the Oscar
awards ceremony – all of which can be summed up
as an amazing impact on the field of artistic make-up.
In addition to the earned accolades, he’s taught make-

up artistry to countless students and has served as
chairman of the jury for various film festivals and
award ceremonies in addition to serving as creative
director on many a movie set. Even more incredibly,
the genius of Tucker’s inspirations and his applica-
tions has brought the fruits of his labor to fields out-
side the world of art and entertainment. He’s lectured
to medical professionals, dentists, plastic surgeons,
and maxilo-facial technicians, along with appropri-
ate contributions to text books and documentaries.
His knowledge and his creativity have allowed him to
go beyond the traditional world of make-up artistry.
A wonderful aspect of the life and career of Chris-

topher Tucker is that his unique combination
of talent and vision makes it impossible to pre-
dict what other credits will appear on his resume.

DAYVE STEWART
THE "SOUL MAN"
F
ate plays a role in everyone's uted to Stewart's style. His Cu- ences as part of Sonny LaRosa and
life, but none more so than that ban mother and Jamaican fa- America's Youngest Jazz Band.
of Dayve Stewart. Stewart has ther have also encouraged his
been playing a musical instru- independence and creativity. He later started his own band, Dayve
ment since a small child. Yet it Born in 1983, Stewart told Stewart and the Vibe, and, in 2005,
was that one moment at a concert began working on a project, "Feel
in Jacksonville, Florida that put So Good to Be with You." Soon af-
Stewart together with the legendary ter, he captured the hearts of fans all
Al Green Band and that led to his across America with his outstand-
current gig as its lead saxophonist. ing solo performance in the musi-
cal/theatrical production, "I Can't
Stewart was in the audience for Al Stop Lovin' You," a production
Green's show in Florida when the dedicated to the late Ray Charles,
regular sax man became unavail- which began its run in September
able. Stewart was asked to take his 2006 and ended in April 2007.
place. Al was so impressed with
Stewart's performance that Green Later this year, he’ll be releas-
invited him to become his perma- us, "I have played for more ing an album from Dayve Stew-
nent lead saxophonist. What did than fifteen years now. art and the Vibe and is preparing
he see in this promising musician? for a 2010 tour with Green’s band
Stewart has been referred to as My mom and dad were great in- along with fifteen other musicians.
"The Soul Man," a title reflect- fluences. My dad played and sang
ing both his emotional and ener- when I was young. I loved to watch
getic performance style and the him doo wop; my mom pushed me
derivation of his music from ear- real hard to play many instruments.
ly gospel roots as well as his love
of contemporary "funky" Jazz. So I also play the keyboard,
the ewee, flute and clarinet."
The diversity of music which At twelve, Stewart had already
Florida is noted for has contrib- begun performing for live audi-

Jennifer Myers Kirton
Artist/Visual Illusionist
Jennifer Myers Kirton has been

drawing as long as she can remem-
ber. "I like the interplay of texture
and form presented by pen and ink,"
she said while sitting and draw-
ing at Comma Gallery in Orlando.
She won her first national show when she was 12 and has
been winning shows ever since. Driven to draw on an al-
most daily regimen, she’s used to having multiple pieces
of work on the go at any one time. This allows her to work
at several stages, depending on how she feels, much like
a writer with several novels simultaneously at work.
She likes the initial stage where she can be very

creative, the growth stage where she can ma-
ture the thought, and the ending stage where
she feels the goal of completion is in sight.
A seasoned artist recognized in Who’s Who in Ameri-

can Artists, as well as nine other of high school art, she has made
publications of honor, Kirton’s art her work a lifelong learning expe-
has been lauded in “Best of Ameri- rience, fortunate to have been ex-
can Artists and Artisan” (Mixed posed to other great artists who
Media) 2007, “Best of Florida had encouraged and mentored her
Artists and Artisans (2006),” the throughout her formative years.
“American Art Collector (2004-
2009),” and she has been featured Currently, Kirton’s work contin-
on multiple international, nation- ues to be shown in galleries and
al and state art websites. In the one woman shows, judges and
Upstream Gallery International jury shows, etc., while she con-
Online Art shows, she has been tinues as well to teach, lecture
called a Master of pen and ink. and do demonstrations while

drawing on a nearly daily basis.
Despite having had only one year

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The Original Whimsical Wit
Gary L. Hughes
He's a designer, sculptor, animator – on top of major influences include the likes of Michelange-
which Gary L. Hughes is known as the "Whimsical lo, John Hubley and Walt Disney, among others.
Wit" of art. After having served as a director for an animation pro-
duction company, he developed enough of a reputation
Recognized for his originality and witty ex- to expand more. “I have done work for NBC, PBS, Nation-
pressions, Hughes has spent much of his life al Geographic and The Smithsonian Institute,” he says.
dedicating his work to art and education.
His journey as an exhibition designer and sculp- Eventually, his interests evolved and grew enough to
tor began shortly after joining the army and, lat- open his own film production company; from there, he
er, after completing his Master of Fine Arts de- went on to create hundreds of animated films. Among
gree from the Maryland Institute of Art. His his many awards is that of the Washington Sculpture.

Artist, Illustrator,
and graphic designer
Stephen Pyren is known world-

wide for her art work and sur-
real murals. Specializing in all
facets of art using, watercolors,
oils, graphics and pastels her
work has been seen and repre-
sented by the best in the business.
At the age of 10 she had a keen

interest in playing with water col-
ors. By the time she had reached
18-years of age, Pyren was study-
ing nature, sound, and different
color tones with her paint brush.
Born in PA and raised in Cali-

fornia, she found her way, with
guidance from her mother. She
has worked as a fashion illustra-
tor for major fashion companies
and as a background artist for
many animations. She received
her Bachelor’s in Fine Arts from
California State University.
In 1989, a well known painter

by the name of Jacques Harvey had
requested her to help him recreate
the famous “School of Barbizon,”
in France. Pyren’s work was exhib-
ited at the Barbizon Gallery. In fact
her work has been sought after by
both companies public and private.
Pyren’s artistic talent is not lim-
ited to painting. She also pub-
lished poetry for children which
she dubbed “A musical Version.”
www.stephaniepyren.com
SP STUDIOS 818.398.5088

Don’s custom Jewelry and Repair Jeweler

Donald Wilson Whitaker, owner of Don’s custom In addition, he continues to educate himself by at-
Jewelry and Repair in Idaho Falls, Idaho created his tending trade seminars, market showings and
business serendipitously. “I had a repair job that workshops to keep him abreast of new trends in the
needed to be done and someone referred me to a market. And he’s a member of Jewelers of America;
jeweler who offered me an apprentice job,” he said. Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America;
Thirty years later, Mr. Whitaker has taken his busi- Intermountain Jewelers Association; Member of the
ness to new heights, by establishing whole sale Fire-Arms Engravers Guild; and Member of the Ida-
accounts with J.C. Penney’s, Sears, Jan Bell Market- ho Falls Lead Club, serving as Vice-President and
ing, Target, Shopko, Zales, Schubach and Fred Meyer. also Secretary-Treasurer.

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Michael T. Geddry, Director and Curator, of the San- tion School and later continued with his interest within
ta Maria Museum of Flight, first cut his teeth in the the aviation industry. Geddry has several affiliations;
curator business some years ago while serving in the he is a member of the International Committee on air
Army. Back then, he sported military fatigues and show; The American Association of Museums; a life
served three tours in Vietnam from 1965 to 1967. member of Veterans of Foreign wars; a life member of
When in the Army, Geddry garnered several distin- disabled American Veterans; the Regional Director of
guished medals of Honor. He earned a Silver Star the Ford Mustang Club; VFW Commander Pismo beach.
medal, a bronze and Purple Star. “I served 16 years
in the Army, “Geddry said from his flight museum He attended Industrial Education – Euphoria
in Santa Maria, California. “My background as cu- State University; MS in Museum logy – Eupho-
rator began in the military,” he added, “I was an ria State University. “One of my goals is to in-
Assistant Curator at Fort Riley Kansas Museum.” crease the visitor ship of the museum,” Geddry
In fact, his passion for flying secured him a good posi- said. “Those numbers of visitors will increase be-
tion in the Army Geddry attended. Fort Rucker’s Avia- cause our museum has improved over the years.”

The International Songwriters Guild
Russ Robinson
President of the International Songwriters Guild (ISG) been equally extensive. He has participated in help-
and lyricist, Russ Robinson has been working in the ing to develop many of the guild’s membership bene-
music business for the past thirty years. In retrospect, fits, including legal consultation, education about the
he said, "I have risen to the top of my profession while I music industry, etc., as well as in meeting with client
balanced my business goals and client needs.” Now, he members and advising them about the music industry.
added, “I serve as an advisor, consultant and protector "I am here to provide clients with effective consulta-
for aspiring musicians, composers, artists and DJ's to tion and legal advice at an affordable cost," he said.
protect them from the loop hole in the music industry." Robinson believes that the ISG’s success is a direct re-
Founded in 1977, in London, England, the guild is com- sult of hard work and dedication by people such as he
prised of songwriters, publishers, musicians, vocalists, who see themselves first and foremost as team play-
lyricists and people with little or no experience at all ers. Robinson's leadership and strategic vision has
in the industry. Mr. Robinson's own involvement has contributed to the guild’s success in the marketplace.
FIZZ CITY MEDIA more traditional films, such as “Risky business,” “The
Breakfast Club,” “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” “Dick Tra-
IMAGE-MAKER AND cy,” and, “In the Line of Fire” – just to name a few.
While he is well-known in the industry for his imagi-
ANIMATOR native insight and undying creativity, his first love
is animation. That passion, along with vision and
entrepreneurial skills, led Simon to create Fizz City
In 1998, Mark B. Simon created Fizz City Media Media Group in 1998. As executive director and pro-
Group, a production company ducer of the company, he’s worked
based in Atlanta, Georgia. He’s on several major animation pro-

a forward thinker with a focus ductions as well as in commercial
on major developments in the advertising assignments for such
radio, television, and motion organizations as Hyatt Hotels,
picture industries. For almost Children’s Health Care of Atlanta,
thirty years now, he’s turned me- and Federated Department Stores.
dia production into a fine craft. With an ever-evolving career and
During the early 1980’s, Simon through his Fizz City Media Group,
and his family traveled back and he has continued to live out his
forth from Los Angeles to Chicago dream as he continues to produce
as he worked his way up as cam- innovative formats for advertis-
eraman, director and ultimately ers, developing the art of anima-
cinematographer on several ani- tion for children of all ages to enjoy.
mation masterpieces as well as

Papa Jack A.K.A. Ron Jackson: Major League Hitting Coach
By Erwin Kantor
When it comes down to major league Fondly, he recalled his earlier Jackson spent time in the Brewers'
baseball, Ron Jackson is one of the years. "My father was a brick ma- organization during the early 1990s
top hitting coaches in the game, hav- son and my mom was a house wife. before heading to Chicago as first
ing trained some of the best hitters My family legacy lives through me. base coach in 1995. Two years later,
in the league. Today, they call him I started in little league baseball at he became that team’s hitting coach.
Papa Jack in the batting cage be- the age of seven. My dad bought
cause, when he first joined the ma- In 1999, after two seasons
gloves and bats for all of us to prac-
jor leagues, his first son was born. tice," he added, "He would take with the Chicago White Sox,
Ever since then, the name stuck us to the park to play and prac- he served as the hitting coach
throughout his baseball career. tice. I really looked up to my dad;for the Milwaukee Brewers.
he was a construction worker." "I've worked with profession-
A noted player in his own right, als in the league all my life,"
Papa Jack was a first and third Before going to the Boston Red Sox, Jackson said. "Coaching has al-
baseman with the California An- he spent three years as the hitting ways been my passion in life."
gels during the 1970s and 1980s. coach for the Los Angeles Dodg-
ers' Triple-A League in Las Vegas.
Born in Alabama, Jackson had four-
teen brothers and sisters, nine girls Ironically, he began his career with
and five boys. "Two of my brothers the White Sox, first serving as a
went on to play for the NFL," he said first base coach before moving on
with a slight chuckle. "Professional to hitting coach with a Double-A
athletics – it runs in my family." Birmingham minor league team.
In Mark We Trust
By Mark Kurayev
Suit Staff Columnist
It’s been a long time coming, summer train- Southern California. Originally the Jets had
ing camp is in full-grid-iron mode. What will the 17th pick, but Mark as you know was
the 2009 NFL season unravel? One thing drafted 5th. Mike Tannenbaum did some
is for sure, Jet fans are very optimistic. magic. It’s almost as if the Jets traded their
coach, Mangini to the Cleveland Browns
Not since Joe “Broadway” Namath, has who held the 5th pick. They got rid of two
there been such hype about a Jets Quarter- defensive players, Kenyon Coleman, Abram
back. (Forget about the hall of famer the Elam and one quarterback Brett Ratliff.
Jets had a year ago.) This is the new and im-
proved NY Jets, his name, Mark Sanchez. Time is running out in jets land, this bet-
ter pan out or heads will role, as we men-
Mark Sanchez was drafted by the NY Jets, as tioned, they are the new-and-improved Jets.
the 5th overall pick this past NFL draft. San- New head coach Rex Ryan and new quar-
chez came from the University of Southern Cal- terback Mark Sanchez. Poor Jets fans, they
ifornia. He left school after his junior season. deserve the best. I don’t think that there
Mark started only 16 games his college career. is any other group of fans that go through
(13 in 2008) Coach Pete Carrol, of the Univer- more disappointment and heartache then
sity of Southern California was concerned that Jet fans, not even Met fans. (Maybe)
Mark might not be ready for the pros. That
feeling later receded, Coach Carrol hesitated, There's a lot invested into this plan that the
knowing that 62% of Quarterback’s who leave Jets have. Bottom line Mark has to be and
college early and make it to the NFL, fail. will be productive. It is at a point for the
Jets, they have nothing to lose and every-
We all know Mark is ready for the prime thing to gain. Through the initial brief pre-
time. Mark made immediate impressions sentation of Sanchez all looks very prom-
in mini-camp and signed a record breaking ising. This all has to translate to wins for
deal. Life will be beautiful for Mark, because Mark and the Jets. We are aware that there
he stands to make a lot of money. (Five- is no patience in the N.Y. football universe.
year $50 million, $28 million guaranteed).
Mike Tannenbaum did a great job acquiring Mark, Rex, Mike and Jets fans, lets do this!
the star Quarterback from the University of

Beyond Sports
Written by Mitch Ligon
It’s the opening cer- know, things happened.”

emony of the 38th An- Manigault was raised
nual Reggie Carter and in the Upper Westside
Earl Manigault Bas- and Harlem. He grew
ketball Classic Tour- up playing basketball
nament, held at 99th and scored 57 points in a
Street and Amsterdam game, his junior year at
Avenue, also known Benjamin Franklin High
as “The Goat Park.” School. He was touted
as a star on the rise and
“The Goat,” was the 75 colleges offered him
legendary Mani- scholarships, including
gault’s nickname--he North Carolina, Duke
died in 1998 at age 54. and Indiana. Instead of
going to a major Divi-
Players, young and old, sion I college basketball
some living in other program, he selected
states and other parts Johnson C. Smith Uni-
of the borough, come versity, an all Black col-
each year to join in the lege in the South where
festivities with friends he lasted one semes-
and family members. ter because of grades
“I used to play with him,” recalled cartilage in one knee. Still, I get the and problems with the coach.
Joe Rivas, a Harlem resident. “Earl urge whenever I see a basketball.”
was unbelievable. The thing that Manigault, who was 6’-1” awed Afterward, he became addicted
made Earl so great was that he teammates, opponents and fans by to heroin, served prison time for
made everything look so easy. He his jumping abilities. Legend has it drug possession in 1969 for a
would go up and down the court that Manigault could pick a quar- year. In 1977, he served two more
and dunk whenever he wanted too.” ter off the top of the backboard. years for a botched robbery at-
He played in the playgrounds tempt so he could buy heroin -
Rivas is now 63 years old. He has with such greats as Earl “The a HBO movie was made about
a limp but he’s still sprightly. He Pearl” Monroe, Connie Hawkins his life, starring Don Cheadle.
grabs the ball from the throng of and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who
youths with lanky bodies and wide claimed that Manigault was “the After his last prison term, he quit
shoulders. He dribbles the ball be- best basketball player his size in heroin and created his “Walk Away
yond the three-point line. He aims the history of New York City.” from Drugs” basketball tourna-
and fires. Swish! He shoots three ment. It was his way of giving
more times with the same results. “I remember him jumping up and something back to the commu-
Rivas never played college bas- touching the top of the backboard,” nity that he lived and cherished
ketball, but he did play profes- said Powell Burns, a graphic de- and to prevent others from go-
sionally in Germany and France. signer who grew up in the Freder- ing down the same tragic path.
ick Douglass houses on Amsterdam “That’s why I’m out here, trying
“I wish I could play; but after three Avenue. “He came from New York to make sure that other kids don’t
knee operations, I can’t do it any City. He played ball in the street. make the same mistakes that Earl
more,” he complains. “There’s no He could have been a pro, but you made,” said Rodney Carter, execu-

tive director of the Reggie Carter gram helped him get into a private degree in Education at City College.
Foundation and younger brother. school,” said Carter. “But this is the
“I played high school basketball opening ceremony of the Reggie He worked as a counselor, mentor
and I had the opportunity to go to Carter and Earl Mannigault bas- and an elementary school teacher
college, but I didn’t go to school. ketball tournament, and the rea- in the New York City educational
son why they added Reggie Carter, system. He taught social studies
I got caught up in the drug world. is because we’re working together, and was a basketball coach for un-
But he saved my life by being as a combined unit to save lives.” derprivileged kids in Brooklyn. He
an example, by being someone became an Assistant Principal at
I could talk too, by helping me Carter was recruited by a young Mineola High School in Long Is-
to believe that if he could ac- assistant of the University of Ha- land. In 1999, Carter succumbed
complish the things he had done waii, Rick Pitino, who has now to sarcoidosis, a rare blood disease.
- then it’s possible for me to suc- become a legendary coach in
ceed. So I was able to get off drugs his own right. Carter was sus- Now, on any given day, Carter’s
and go to college with his help.” pended from the NCAA for one younger brother, Rodney can be
year for taking gifts. He trans- found at Goat’s Park on 99th, talk-
The difference between someone ferred to St. John’s University. ing with kids, navigating first-time
living in the projects, failing and suc- juvenile offenders through the ju-
ceeding is a thin line. Reggie Carter In the 1979 NCAA tournament, in dicial system and counseling those
straddled that line very carefully. the regional semi-final game, he who doesn’t have a father figure.
He knew drug dealers. He hung out scored the winning basket to beat
with stick-up kids. He knew pimps Duke University. However, St. “Our partnership is great,” said
and number runners. But he knew John’s lost a two-point game to the Darrin Manigault. “My father
he had talent and others noticed. University of Pennsylvania - one worked hard. And for me, 10 years
basket away from the Final Four. in the game, I can see what he’s
“Reggie was given an opportunity been struggling with - and until his
to leave Manhattan in the seventh Carter was drafted by the Knicks in dying days when he could barely
grade. He used to play for Riverside the second round, but only played walk, he would still come out here
Church and a man named Ernie two years in the NBA. But Carter to do something with these kids.”
Lorch who ran the basketball pro- bounced back and earned a master’s

provides clients, a convenient and complete access Association of Ticket Brokers (NATB), Nation-
to all sporting events worldwide. Although business al Tour Association (NTA), Better Business Bu-
has declined somewhat because of the economic reau (BBB) and other associations to assure their
recession, still Mr. Parry has hopes for the future. qualified staff can assists in consumer purchases
“A lot of traditional companies that did partake in with the best price available within their budget.
sporting events in the part are now recipients of “We have a code of ethics that my staff lived by,”
the stimulus package and are not spending,” Mr. he said. “If you have a guy on the corner with a sale
Parry said. In addition, I think teams have struc- sign on a car, how do you know if that car wasn’t
tured themselves out of the market and fans have stolen?” he asked rhetorically to illustrate the point
been resentful to the high pricing of tickets,” and of safety for his clients. “I’ve been in business for 20
adds, “Some of the teams have lowered their prices years and the code of ethics has gotten me this far.”
and stability in the stock market gives some hope.”
But what keeps Mr. Parry and his enter-
prising business “Golden Tickets a float
is his ethics to protect the consumer.
Golden Tickets is a proud member of the National
Open Door Tae Kwon Do Inc Darrel L. Bauch he says’s “people have
hunkerd down in this touogh econ-
Marjory Stephen Allingham, director and head omy,” he adds, “but, I haven’t made
instructor, for the Open Door Tae Kwon Do. Alling- any drastic changes.” He works with
ham said she’s dedicated to the martial arts, and Tae people who have had there business
Kwon Do. She’s traveled extensively while perform- for a long time and are ready to pass
ing at tournaments around the world. She said, “I the companies down to family, with a
first learned karate in Korea,” She adds, “My hus- good foundation to a prosporus future.
band was stationed for the Army.” The company was
established in 1996, located in Sturgeon Bay, WI. For 49 years he has designed plans for pri-
Open Door Tae Kwon Do Inc is a private company vately owned businesses---when theres a
categorized under Martial arts school. loss of an owner oe dealing with a family
Allingham has several degrees, in karate she is 6th de- that has been in bnusiness fourth gener-
gree black belt and she is learning the pilipheens – stick ation. He comments, “It’s a challenge to
fighting art. She holds a Bachelor’s degree of Science, in stay current with all these new tax laws.”
Biology and Physical Education. She’s currently a mem-
ber of the National Women’s Martial Arts Federation. When he was a young lad, he was in-
volved with life insurance. Ultimat-
Open Door Taekwondo, Inc. ly he attaiined an MBA and opened
Sturgeon Bay WI 54235 his own business 49 years ago.
920-743-0195 mallingham@itol.com

Currins Art Corner
Wanda Pope Currin is a compassionate art teacher who N.C., serves as her private studio and local exhibit space.
teaches her students how to paint and express themselves "I teach kids from ages of 6 to 18," says Cur-
via still life, murals, and landscapes. Actively teaching rin. "I have spent much of my life dedicat-
since 1984, Ms. Currin encourages her students to use ed to educating and entertaining children."
both water colors and oil based paints – in short, any
of the mediums that help to guide the way of the artist.
In addition to her Bachelor’s in Fine Arts, Ms. Currin has
Ms. Currin, herself an accomplished artist, has ex- three associate degrees, in Computer Science, in Busi-
hibited her work in expos and art galleries all over ness Administration, and in Marketing and Retailing,
North Carolina. However, "My students come first," respectively, and is licensed by her home state to teach
she insists in the same manner and with the same grades K-12. While teaching and working new works,
conviction that a mother would speak of her children. she continues to use the skills she’s learned to promote
Established in 1995, Currin's Art Corner in Zebulon, her work while attending classes in graphic design.
S
U
Historian, author and artist
Merlene Hutto Byars has deep pas-

sion for her home state of South
Carolina. As an artist, publisher and
writer, all that she creates reflects,
in some way, her love for the state.
Byars belongs to several literary
societies at the University of South
Carolina. Her fascination with his-
tory and genealogy goes back to the
time when she was 12 years old.
In addition to having published
twelve books, she produced a dra-
ma during the Columbia Bicenten-
nial celebration. For this honor,
she credits her love for history.
Personally, she has traced her

own family lineage back to Adam
and Eve through royal families
in Europe and the Middle East.
"I have had a fascination with his-

tory and genealogy all my life," she
said. "I have always has a passion
for history and journalism which
has always been springing out
throughout my professional career."
Byars has lived in South Carolina
most of her life where she received
her education in Accounting and
Journalism. She has shown her
artwork, books, and genealogical
studies at Oxford University and
Cambridge University, in England,
as well as in Lisbon, Portugal, in
New Orleans and in Los Angeles.

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“Nelson Mandela supported the

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