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Interview with Army Reserve Captain Sarah Beard – World Class Athlete

Austin Tang — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 01:17:18 +0000

Listen to “Interview with Army Reserve Sarah Beard – World Class Athlete” on Spreaker.

The U.S. Army’s World Class Athlete Program (WCAP) is an incredible opportunity for Soldiers to represent the United States in top national and international athletic competitions—including the upcoming Summer Olympics. WCAP Soldiers come from all components of the Army, including the Army Reserve. These athletes are selected for their ability to perform at the highest level of their sports while also serving the country.

US Army Reserve website: https://www.usar.army.mil/

Since its inception, WCAP has helped hundreds of Soldier-athletes achieve their goals and make their Olympic dreams a reality. Soldiers receive specialized coaching and access to state-of-the-art training facilities, sports medicine, and physical therapy to help them perform at their best. Additionally, they earn the same great pay and benefits that come with being in the Army Reserve, including education and professional development support, home loan assistance, and family benefits.

Army Reserve service has a built-in support system for these elite athletes that is impossible to replicate elsewhere. Service helps strengthen Soldiers’ dedication to training, ensuring they are ready for whatever challenges come their way, whether in their career or sport. Soldier-athletes are stronger because of the larger Army team.

Soldier-athletes are among the best in their sport, with a growing medal count (100+) to prove it. Some of the WCAP Sports include:

· Boxing

· Cycling

· Track & Field

· Soccer

· Shooting

· Swimming & many others

Join Army Reserve Captain Sarah Beard as she discusses her experience in the Army Reserve and WCAP competing in 3-Position 50m Rifle and 10m Air Rifle events. In addition to earning multiple international medals over the course of her career, Captain Beard qualified as the 2020 Olympic Team Alternate in 10m Air Rifle and can speak on the once-in-a-lifetime chance to compete for a spot in the Olympic Games.

Interview is courtesy: U.S. Army Reserve

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Florence in New York

admin — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 14:29:26 +0000

‘FlorenceinNY’ A Great Night

Dedicated to the “MadeinFlorence” and “MadeinTuscany” fine products, from jewelry and leather goods to food & wines.
The evening opened with a unique performance by the flag bearers of the historic Florentine Parade, followed by an exceptional Tuscan dinner by chef Massimo Tanini of La Cantinetta di Bolgheri, paired with Chianti Classico.
Baritone Devid Cecconi and soprano Georgina Stelbow, accompanied by piano player maestro Massimo Barsotti, will conclude the evening event.

Trade show in New York City dedicated to ‘Made in Tuscany’ products

JEWELRY • LEATHER GOODS • FASHION • DESIGN • FOOD & WINE

OPENING NIGHT
MONDAY – MAY 15TH, 2017

180 MAIDEN LANE – 29th floor

Maiden Lane and Front Street – Financial District NYC

Guest of Honor – Chef Gabriele Corcos

Florentine chef-entrepreneur, star of Cooking Channel’s Extra Virgin
The New York Times Best Selling Author and James Beard Award Recipient

TICKET PRICE OF OPENING NIGHT IS $180.00 PER GUEST
Tickets are available at www.florenceinnewyork.com

A percentage of proceeds will benefit Food Bank For New York City, the city’s leading
hunger-relief organization working to end hunger for more than 30 years. foodbanknyc.org

PROGRAM
Program may be subject to change

6.00pm

7.30pm

9.00 pm

Opening and inauguration of the Trade Show and VIP Preview.

Performance by the flag bearers “Bandierai degli Uffizi” of the historic
Florentine parade.

Tuscan dinner menu by Gabriele Corcos, paired with
Chianti Classico wine tasting.

Chef Massimo Tanini from La Cantinetta di Bolgheri, in Tuscany. Charity auction of artisan products of Tuscan excellence. Proceeds will benefit Food Bank For New York City.

Opera concert with Baritone Devid Cecconi (2016 debut at the Opening Night of La Scala Opera House in Milan) and Soprano Georgina Stelbow, accompanied on the piano by Maestro Massimo Barsotti.

For more information:
www.florenceinnewyork.com

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JERRY GREENFIELD OF BEN AND JERRY’S

admin — Fri, 14 Aug 2015 20:12:43 +0000

GREAT CORPORATE AND HUMAN CITIZEN SHARES HIS GOOD NEWS
JERRY GREENFIELD AND HIS LONG-TIME FRIEND AND BUSINESS PARTNER BEN COHEN ARE THE MEN BEHIND ONE OF THE MOST TALKED-ABOUT, AND LEAST CONVENTIONAL SUCCESS STORIES IN AMERICAN BUSINESS. CO-FOUNDER OF BEN & JERRY’S HOMEMADE, INC., GREENFIELD HAS HELPED TO BUILD A STORE FRONT VENTURE INTO A $300 MILLION ICE CREAM EMPIRE BY MAKING SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND CREATIVE MANAGEMENT STRENGTHS, RATHER THAN WEAKNESSES.
GREENFIELD WAS BORN FOUR DAYS BEFORE HIS FUTURE BUSINESS PARTNER IN BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, HE GREW UP AND WENT TO SCHOOL IN MERRICK, LONG ISLAND. IT WAS THERE THAT HE FIRST MET COHEN IN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL. AFTER GRADUATING FROM HIGH SCHOOL WITH A NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP UNDER HIS BELT, GREENFIELD ENROLLED AT OBERLIN COLLEGE.
IN 1976, HE MOVED IN WITH COHEN AND THE TWO DECIDED TO PURSUE THEIR DREAM OF STARTING A FOOD BUSINESS TOGETHER. THEY EVENTUALLY SETTLED ON ICE CREAM, AND IN MAY 1978, OPENED BEN & JERRY’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM PARLOR IN BURLINGTON, VERMONT.
TODAY A MODEL FOR AMERICAN BUSINESS SUCCESS, GREENFIELD AND COHEN HAVE BEEN RECOGNIZED FOR FOSTERING THEIR COMPANY’S COMMITMENT TO SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY BY THE COUNCIL ON ECONOMIC PRIORITIES AND BY THE U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. THEY HAVE ALSO RECEIVED THE JAMES BEARD HUMANITARIANS OF THE YEAR AND THE PEACE MUSEUM’S COMMUNITY PEACEMAKERS OF THE YEAR AWARDS.
TODAY, GREENFIELD’S OFFICIAL TITLE AT THE COMPANY IS CO-FOUNDER. HE IS INVOLVED IN PROMOTING THE SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES THAT BEN & JERRY’S UNDERTAKES. HE IS ALSO PRESIDENT OF THE BEN & JERRY’S FOUNDATION.

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USA PAVILION – EXPO MILANO 2015

admin — Fri, 06 Jun 2014 20:17:09 +0000

American Food 2.0: United to Feed the Planet

What Is Expo Milano 2015?

• The next World’s Fair is in Milan, Italy from May 1 to October 31, 2015
• With the theme “Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life,” the Expo will promote a global dialogue about the future of our food system
• The United States of America is among 147 participating nations

The USA Pavilion at Expo Milano 2015
• The USA Pavilion, “American Food 2.0: United to Feed the Planet,” will showcase American leadership on global food issues, including food security and policy, science and technology, nutrition and health, and culinary culture.

• The main components of the USA Pavilion program are:

o Farm to Table and Back to Farm – Interactive exhibits taking visitors through the food system

o Innovation Challenge and Hackathon – Bringing together creative minds to solve food system issues

o Food Forum and Beard Talks – Top- level gatherings in the U.S. and Italy

o Food Truck Nation – Celebrating the modern street food movement

o U.S. Cultural Events – Marching bands to movie stars

o Student Ambassador Program – 120 students from the U.S. welcoming visitors

o James Beard American Restaurant – A
rotating roster of great U.S. chefs

• The U.S. Department of State has selected the Friends of the U.S. Pavilion Milano 2015 as its private sector partner to work with the U.S. government to develop and implement an official American presence at the Expo. The Friends of the U.S. Pavilion includes the James Beard Foundation and the International Culinary Center, in association with the American Chamber of Commerce in Italy.

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