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Gil Dezer, President of Dezer Development

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One of the youngest developers of luxury high-rise residential and condo-hotel properties in the United States, Dezer has been instrumental in changing the face and value of the South Florida real estate industry through the introduction of brand partnerships. In collaboration with real estate mogul Donald J. Trump, Gil led the Trump Organization’s first foray into the South Florida real estate market through the successful development of Trump Grande Ocean Resort and Residences and Trump Towers in Sunny Isles Beach. Despite the downturn of South Florida’s residential real estate market, and the ongoing recession, Gil managed two remarkable achievements between 2009 and 2010 – securing sufficient sales to pay-off Trump Royale’s $210 million construction loan and the $265 million pay-off … [Continue reading...]

TOYS“R”US CONTINUES TO SERVE AS LARGEST TOYS FOR TOTS PARTNER

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Toys for Tots began in 1947 with one U.S. Marine Unit delivering 5,000 toys to less fortunate children in Los Angeles. Today, the organization has representation in nearly 780 communities and all 50 states, delivering joy to our nation’s neediest children. With the significant support of Toys“R”Us over the past decade, the Marines have fulfilled the Christmas dreams of an average of 7 million children each year. Learn How Your Listeners Can Get Involved in the 12th Annual Celebration by Donating Toys or Cash at Local Toys“R”Us and Babies“R”Us Stores Lieutenant General Pete Osman, USMC (Ret), President and Chief Executive Officer for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation STATISTICS ON LOCAL TOY DRIVES AVAILABLE BY MARKET There are currently 15.5 million U.S. children living below … [Continue reading...]

Mitzi and Frank Perdue…

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FRANK PERDUE: ALL IN THE NAME OF CHARITY Written by, Lorraine Cancro-Silvetz, MSW , Edited by Jim Luce Many came from far and wide to hear Mrs. Frank Perdue or Mitzi, as she is known to so many, present her latest book on her late husband, Frank Perdue. Tough Man, Tender Chicken: Business & Life Lessons from Frank, which reached #6 on Amazon’s business biographies, brings the story of Frank’s business acumen to life through interviews with friends and foes who knew and worked with him. This is the story of how Frank Perdue built his small chicken and grain company into an international powerhouse that today employs 19,000 people and sells its products in more than 100 countries. Quote from Sara Herbert Galloway "I grew up eating Frank Perdue's chicken as have my children and … [Continue reading...]

Gene Fisch, Jr.

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Mr. Gene Fisch, Jr. began his career at Furman Selz where he assisted in the creation of the Furman Selz Global Opportunity Hedge Fund that performed up north of 20% in a down economy. Subsequent to the buy he has worked with one of the top industrial teams on Wall Street, again at Furman Selz / ING (covering Industrials and Aerospace) and also with PaineWebber where he worked as an Associate Equity Analyst covering industrial equities specializing in those with north of $1 billion in market capitalization. It was with ING Furman Selz that his economic slant began to gain traction through “Fischisms” a regular analysis of how economics impacted the various sectors under coverage. Since, Fisch has been a mainstay co-author with Roubini’s Global Economic Journal. Mr. Fisch, Jr. has also … [Continue reading...]

A ‘Bottle Bill’ for the Climate

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The exploration of ways to create a “sellable” approach to the daunting task of establishing a firm ceiling on greenhouse-gas emissions is important enough that I’m adding another post on this for the weekend. A Dot Earth reader, Jay Rappoport, followed up on Peter Barnes’s proposal for a “cap and dividend” system with another take on the idea that’s worth highlighting here, if only because the central metaphor is so easy to absorb — having a “bottle bill” for climate. Of course, one problem with most bottle bills around the United States is the fee hasn’t risen to adjust for inflation, so many bottles still go into the trash because the five-cent surcharge is a yawn. And many drink containers (like all those water bottles!) are left out in most cases. (This recent Green Counsel post … [Continue reading...]

Tom Whitman, SVP, Director of Flip

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www.thisisflip.com LGBT Campaign Refresh Because of our depth of knowledge and reach in the LGBT market, Flip was brought in to craft a compelling and relevant LGBT campaign for AT&T. The 2013 campaign featured work across digital, social, and traditional platforms in both niche and mainstream publications. … [Continue reading...]

James Bell Brings us the Bling from the 2013 SEMA Convention

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See Some of the Hottest Custom Concept and Performance Cars That Will Be On Display at the Show Plus James Bell from GM Talks about Rubbing Elbows With NASCAR Royalty Jeff Gordon, Ron Fellows and Ricky Carmichael at the Star Studded Chevy Party The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show is undoubtedly one of the coolest, hippest and cutting edge events of the auto industry. Filled with the hottest accessories and latest automotive innovations, this is the place to get the info on what will be hot on the highway next year. SEMA also draws the industry’s brightest minds - some of the racing industry’s most popular drivers to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center, where they certainly have a roaring good time! In interviews on Tuesday, November 5, 2013, James Bell will … [Continue reading...]

New Study Reveals the Top Technologies That Mature Drivers Say Will Make Them Feel Safer and More Confident on the Road

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Today’s automotive technology goes far beyond advanced navigation systems and improved airbags. New features such as smart headlights, blind spot warning and reverse monitoring systems are revolutionizing the way we drive. And the latest high-tech options are not only for the gadget obsessed – they have the potential to positively impact drivers ages 50+. In fact, a new study from the MIT AgeLab found that while just over one third of mature drivers have at least one top technology, 51% said they would feel safer if their vehicle had all of the most up-to-date technologies. The survey also found that 55% of mature drivers plan to buy or lease another vehicle in the next five years, suggesting that as more and more of these features are incorporated into new vehicles, a growing number of … [Continue reading...]

TIME WARNER CABLE STRENGTHENS ITS SPONSORSHIP OF HONG KONG DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL IN QUEENS

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Time Warner Cable Celebrates ‘Year of the Dragon’ with the Chinese Community Sponsorship Is Part of Time Warner Cable’s ‘Enjoy Queens Better’ Campaign New York City, July 12, 2012 – Building upon its long-standing support of the annual Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival (HKDBF) in Queens, Time Warner Cable today announced that it will be the official media sponsor of this year’s festival taking place August 4-5 at Flushing Meadows Corona Park.  As part of the sponsorship, Time Warner Cable will decorate the park’s centrally located footbridge and offer fun and exciting activities to help celebrate the Year of the Dragon. HKDBF is a multicultural celebration and sporting event that is one of the largest multicultural festivals in New York City, as well as the largest annual festival of … [Continue reading...]

Fifth Annual Whole Foods Market New Taste of the Upper West Side

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Back and Better Than Ever with a Fresh Line-Up Wednesday May 16th  Friday, May 18th, and Saturday, May 19th New York’s Legendary Gael Greene to be Honored at Best of the West Comfort Classics, Hosted by Travel Channel’s Dynamic Duo Adam Richman & Andrew Zimmern New York, NY (February 2012) – Barbara Adler, Executive Director of the Columbus Avenue Business Improvement District (BID) and New Taste Event Chair Don Evans announce the return of the fifth annual Whole Foods Market New Taste of the Upper West Side. This year’s line-up features exciting additions to the celebration as well as returning crowd pleasers. Whole Foods Market New Taste of the Upper West Side will include favorite chefs and culinary celebrities, beginning May 16th through May 19th, benefitting the … [Continue reading...]