The 610 Business Journal, which normally comes out on Monday of each week, will be published on Thursday, July 1, 2010. I apologize for the inconvenience. I have had to deal with a heavy accounting load and have had to postpone putting out this issue until later this week.
I appreciate your patience and promise to bring you an issue well worth waiting for.
Kindest regards,
Howard Fireman
Editor and Publisher
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Focus: Getting the Most for Your Money in Telecom Services
Guest Contributors to This Week's Issue
Tom Craig
In his article in this issue, Tom Craig demystifies the important concepts and the key issues in purchasing excellent and reliable telecom services.
Tom Craig is an executive with tw telecom in Houston, Texas. He is an experienced telecommunications sales professional. He brings a broad range of business experience from having been an entrepreneur, a small business owner and a sales manager.
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Articles in This Issue
In the Market for Telecom Services? Get the Most for Your Money!
by Tom Craig
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/shopping-for-telecom-services-get-most.html
Going to Hell in a Fast Car
A take on how we all got into this economic mess.
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/editorial-going-to-hell-in-fast-car.html
Business NewsBytes
News Briefs
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/business-newsbytes.html
The Web That Time Forgot
Paul Otlet created the first iteration of the Internet in 1934
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/web-that-time-forgot-part-1.html
News You Can Use, Monday, June 21, 2010
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/news-you-can-use-monday-june-21-2010_21.html
Seminars, Webinars and Mixers for the Week of June 21st
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/seminars-webinars-and-business-mixers.html
Free Advertising!! Would Your Company Like to Advertise Here for Free?
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/would-your-company-like-to-advertise-at.html
The Staff Box
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/staff-box.html
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Please patronize the companies which support this publication.
Special thanks to Mike Perdue and First Investors.
Tom Craig is an executive with tw telecom in Houston, Texas. He is an experienced telecommunications sales professional. He brings a broad range of business experience from having been an entrepreneur, a small business owner and a sales manager.
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Articles in This Issue
In the Market for Telecom Services? Get the Most for Your Money!
by Tom Craig
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/shopping-for-telecom-services-get-most.html
Going to Hell in a Fast Car
A take on how we all got into this economic mess.
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/editorial-going-to-hell-in-fast-car.html
Business NewsBytes
News Briefs
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/business-newsbytes.html
The Web That Time Forgot
Paul Otlet created the first iteration of the Internet in 1934
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/web-that-time-forgot-part-1.html
News You Can Use, Monday, June 21, 2010
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/news-you-can-use-monday-june-21-2010_21.html
Seminars, Webinars and Mixers for the Week of June 21st
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/seminars-webinars-and-business-mixers.html
Free Advertising!! Would Your Company Like to Advertise Here for Free?
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/would-your-company-like-to-advertise-at.html
The Staff Box
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/staff-box.html
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Please patronize the companies which support this publication.
Special thanks to Mike Perdue and First Investors.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Lead Stories: Impact of Health Care Law, President of NuSkin to Launch New Product in Houston June 24
The 610 Business Journal - A Work in Progress
You probably have noticed a few changes to this blog. We have a new look and a brand new search engine. Little by little, every effort is being made to enhance your experience when you drop in to see what is on tap here at The 610 Business Journal. We are always working to make this publication more interesting and to better serve your need for timely and useful business news and information.
You probably have noticed a few changes to this blog. We have a new look and a brand new search engine. Little by little, every effort is being made to enhance your experience when you drop in to see what is on tap here at The 610 Business Journal. We are always working to make this publication more interesting and to better serve your need for timely and useful business news and information.
With this issue, we are introducing guest columnists who will share their expertise with you in articles on a wide range of major business issues and concerns.
So, help us to make this publication even better. We are here to serve you and your needs.
- If you have a news lead or if you know of a notable event coming up in the business community that deserves news coverage, let us know.
- If you know of a notable individual at your company or in the community who has made an outstanding difference... and who deserves recognition for having done so, write us.
- If you like what you are finding or if you take exception to what you are finding, let us know.
- Is there an area of business news we are not covering? If so, give us your input.
- If there is a feature you would like to see added, let us know.
Email Howard Fireman at howard.fireman46@gmail.com with your thoughts and suggestions.
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Articles in This Issue
About our Guest Columnist: Maureen de Jongh
Maureen de Jongh owns Blue Chip Benefits Group. She is an experienced Benefits Consultant/Broker who comes to Houston by way of Kansas City, Mo. Her business philosophy is to do whatever it takes to simply be the best advocate for her clients. She can provide a wide range of financial/insurance products and servicess, both for your home and your business. She also can serve as a consultant in the area of estate conservation strategies.
http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/healthcare-reform-and-implications-for.html
NuSkin Will Launch New Product in Houston June 24 http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/nuskin-will-launch-new-anti-aging.html
The Sports Connection.... Business and Sports http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/connection-between-sports-and-business.html
Articles in This Issue
About our Guest Columnist: Maureen de Jongh
Maureen de Jongh owns Blue Chip Benefits Group. She is an experienced Benefits Consultant/Broker who comes to Houston by way of Kansas City, Mo. Her business philosophy is to do whatever it takes to simply be the best advocate for her clients. She can provide a wide range of financial/insurance products and servicess, both for your home and your business. She also can serve as a consultant in the area of estate conservation strategies.
Her email address is: maureen@bluechipbg.com. Tel: 281.496.9096 and Mobile: 713.256.6.036.
Healthcare and the Implication for Small Businesses, :by Maureen de Jonghhttp://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/healthcare-reform-and-implications-for.html
NuSkin Will Launch New Product in Houston June 24 http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/nuskin-will-launch-new-anti-aging.html
The Sports Connection.... Business and Sports http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/connection-between-sports-and-business.html
Seminars and Mixers in Houston, Week of June 14. http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/business-seminars-and-mixers-houston.html
*News You Can Use, June 14, 2010 http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/news-you-can-use-monday-june-14-2010.html
*The Staff Box http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/staff-box.html
*Would Your Company Like to Advertise At No Charge Here? http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/would-your-company-like-to-advertise-at.html
*News You Can Use, June 14, 2010 http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/news-you-can-use-monday-june-14-2010.html
*The Staff Box http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/staff-box.html
*Would Your Company Like to Advertise At No Charge Here? http://businessnewsarchive.blogspot.com/2010/06/would-your-company-like-to-advertise-at.html
Thursday, June 10, 2010
The Human Dimension of Doing Business
In This Issue
* The Human Dimension of Doing Business
* Would your company like to advertise at no charge in The 610 Business Journal?
* Determination
* Staff Box
* News You Can Use - June 9, 2010
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The Human Dimension of Doing Business
If you are a small business owner, early on, make it a point to get to know your potential clients, referral partners or deal partners. Yes, there is a time to talk business. But uncommon wisdom tells us that one of the best things you can do is to build a personal relationship with business contacts. Why? People choose to do business with people they like, they trust and in whom they have confidence.
* The Human Dimension of Doing Business
* Would your company like to advertise at no charge in The 610 Business Journal?
* Determination
* Staff Box
* News You Can Use - June 9, 2010
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The Human Dimension of Doing Business
If you are a small business owner, early on, make it a point to get to know your potential clients, referral partners or deal partners. Yes, there is a time to talk business. But uncommon wisdom tells us that one of the best things you can do is to build a personal relationship with business contacts. Why? People choose to do business with people they like, they trust and in whom they have confidence.
You will discover an unexpected development that arises out of doing this. If you just take the time to find out who they are and what they like to do, you may find folks out there that you really like and with whom you actually want to do business. After a working relationship has been established, it is a great way to lessen the pressures of business to be able to share time at a business event with an established client and never touch on a business topic. There is nothing immediately at stake, except the opportunity to keep that relationship alive and well. Today, the client may not be in the market for the service or product you sell. But if there is an established relationship, when they are ready to buy, you are the person they are going to call. Such clients will become a reliable source of residual sales or referrals. And when someone asks them to recommend someone to provide the services you provide, they will recommend you. So doing business is not just about advertising what you sell, pitching clients or closing the sale. Sometimes it is just about relating to the person as a human being, listening to them tell you what is important to them and really finding out about them in a context other than that of their being a client.
And the best part of this approach is that in doing so, you can even momentarily escape from your business concerns for an hour or two and just have some fun. This evening, I attended the InHouston Mixer at The Tasting Room. Among the people with whom I wanted to connect was Mark Valker, an executive and personal coach here in Houston. There was a matter I wanted to cover with him. But when I found him, the most business we talked about was what was the best attire to wear to an event like this. From there our conversation covered everything but business.
We found out we both came from Chicago. We talked about family matters and he told me he was leaving early to go to Champps to watch the hockey game between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Philadelphia Flyers. When 7 PM rolled around, he invited me to join him at Champps when I was through at the mixer. We shook hands and he left.
I did join him and his friends across the way at Champps. It had been a long day and it was a relief to lose myself in the hockey playoffs. I had a great time watching the game. But even better, I had the opportunity let my guard down and just share an exciting sports moment with a group of really congenial people. Anything related to business was effectively left at the front door of the restaurant before any of us entered to watch the game. When I left, I saw a side of Mark that I would not have seen in the normal course of business affairs. I expect that he saw a different side of me as well.
So what does this have to do with doing business? The people who become our clients, our referral partners or deal partners are people first. We are looking to establish a long-term relationship with them. We need to get to know them and they need to get to know us... it is a two way street. They are not going to necessarily do business with us immediately. And one of these folks just might be the critical person who moves our company over the tipping point at which we experience major growth. One never knows who that person will be. So we continue to do this, in order to connect with those individuals who will be the key to our growth or for whom we will be the key for their success.
This is one of the intangibles of doing business. It is the human side of business that makes doing business a whole lot more pleasant and civilized. And you know what. Among the people with whom you forge working relationships, a few of them may become enduring and life-long friends. And that is not a bad thing. So in learning the strategies of succeeding in business, add this one to your toolbox. It is a great way to gain new friends and achieve a higher level of success at the same time.
Howard Fireman
Editor and Publisher
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WOULD YOUR COMPANY LIKE TO ADVERTISE AT NO CHARGE IN THE 610 BUSINESS JOURNAL?
I very much appreciate the individuals and companies which have visited this publication on a regular basis. As a way to show my appreciation, I am extending the offer to provide a limited amount of advertising space at no charge until September 30, 2010.
We can handle two display advertisements, each no longer than six column inches long and a display of eight business cards each issue. This publication currently has circulation of between 400 and 500 subscribers.
Starting next Monday, The 610 Business Journal will be published every Monday morning.Issues will be published on the following future dates: June 7, June 14, June 21, June 28, July 1, July 8, July 15, July 22 and July 29, 2010. As we get closer to August, we will list the publication dates for August and September. The deadline for submitting ads for a particular issue is the Thursday prior to publication date.
If you or your company is submitting a display ad, please submit it as a scan-ready document. Please email it as a jpeg attachment, to Howard Fireman, editor, at howard.fireman46@gmail.com, with your request for inclusion. Please include your name, your company name, your office/cell number and company address.
If you wish this publication to include your business card, please scan your business card and send me the jpeg file of your card as an attachment in an email. Please include the same information as we requested in the paragraph above.
If you have any questions, you can reach Howard Fireman at 832-754-1913.
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Determination
Lenore LeBlanc, the administrative assistant at AlfaTeck Texas Medical Systems, told me about the challenges she faced in simply trying to buy a cup of coffee at Starbucks this week.
On the way to Starbucks, she realized that she had left her cash card at home and had no cash on her. She proceeded over to Starbucks anyway. She knew that Starbucks did not accept checks, but she asked the fellow at the register anyway. He politely told her what she already knew.
So she left and went over to Randall's to cash a check... which was declined. Why? Because she had not cashed a check there in several months (she normally used her cash card), they would not accept a check from her. It was company policy. Oh well. She went back to her car and was driving out of the shopping center, when she spied a branch of Wells Fargo. She turned her car around and went there. She cashed a check and headed back to Starbucks.
As she went up to the counter to order her coffee, the fellow at the register told her, "I knew you would be back. I could tell you were really determined."
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This course contains an introduction to cash flow management. This is a great opportunity to get a grasp on one of the very critical aspects of financial management of any company
I very much appreciate the individuals and companies which have visited this publication on a regular basis. As a way to show my appreciation, I am extending the offer to provide a limited amount of advertising space at no charge until September 30, 2010.
We can handle two display advertisements, each no longer than six column inches long and a display of eight business cards each issue. This publication currently has circulation of between 400 and 500 subscribers.
Starting next Monday, The 610 Business Journal will be published every Monday morning.Issues will be published on the following future dates: June 7, June 14, June 21, June 28, July 1, July 8, July 15, July 22 and July 29, 2010. As we get closer to August, we will list the publication dates for August and September. The deadline for submitting ads for a particular issue is the Thursday prior to publication date.
If you or your company is submitting a display ad, please submit it as a scan-ready document. Please email it as a jpeg attachment, to Howard Fireman, editor, at howard.fireman46@gmail.com, with your request for inclusion. Please include your name, your company name, your office/cell number and company address.
If you wish this publication to include your business card, please scan your business card and send me the jpeg file of your card as an attachment in an email. Please include the same information as we requested in the paragraph above.
If you have any questions, you can reach Howard Fireman at 832-754-1913.
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Determination
Lenore LeBlanc, the administrative assistant at AlfaTeck Texas Medical Systems, told me about the challenges she faced in simply trying to buy a cup of coffee at Starbucks this week.
On the way to Starbucks, she realized that she had left her cash card at home and had no cash on her. She proceeded over to Starbucks anyway. She knew that Starbucks did not accept checks, but she asked the fellow at the register anyway. He politely told her what she already knew.
So she left and went over to Randall's to cash a check... which was declined. Why? Because she had not cashed a check there in several months (she normally used her cash card), they would not accept a check from her. It was company policy. Oh well. She went back to her car and was driving out of the shopping center, when she spied a branch of Wells Fargo. She turned her car around and went there. She cashed a check and headed back to Starbucks.
As she went up to the counter to order her coffee, the fellow at the register told her, "I knew you would be back. I could tell you were really determined."
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News You Can Use - June 9, 2010
News You Can Use - June 9, 2010
A short course in managing cash flow, by Matt H. Evans
This course contains an introduction to cash flow management. This is a great opportunity to get a grasp on one of the very critical aspects of financial management of any company
http://www.exinfm.com/training/pdfiles/course04.pdf
Data Security Remains Top Concern For CPAs, Survey Shows
Data security will remain the most pressing concern for CPAs and their clients over the next 12 to 18 months, according to the AICPA’s 21st annual Top Technology Initiatives Survey, which was unveiled this week.
http://www.journalofaccountancy.com/Web/20102984.htm
Commissions - Boy Do We Have A Deal For You
An eye-opening look at the subject of commissions.
http://www.accountantsworld.com/DesktopDefault.aspx?page=articles&category=story&faid=718
Data Security Remains Top Concern For CPAs, Survey Shows
Data security will remain the most pressing concern for CPAs and their clients over the next 12 to 18 months, according to the AICPA’s 21st annual Top Technology Initiatives Survey, which was unveiled this week.
http://www.journalofaccountancy.com/Web/20102984.htm
Commissions - Boy Do We Have A Deal For You
An eye-opening look at the subject of commissions.
http://www.accountantsworld.com/DesktopDefault.aspx?page=articles&category=story&faid=718
Staff Satisfaction
Your staff may not be as happy as you think.
http://www.accountantsworld.com/DesktopDefault.aspx?page=articles&category=story&faid=720
The Switch to European Accounting Standards Delayed
The move to abandon the American standards of accounting in favor of International Accounting Procedures temporarily delayed.
http://www.xe.com/news/2010-06-02%2019:31:00.0/1187985.htm?c=1&t=
Your staff may not be as happy as you think.
http://www.accountantsworld.com/DesktopDefault.aspx?page=articles&category=story&faid=720
The Switch to European Accounting Standards Delayed
The move to abandon the American standards of accounting in favor of International Accounting Procedures temporarily delayed.
http://www.xe.com/news/2010-06-02%2019:31:00.0/1187985.htm?c=1&t=
Obama says sunset of tax cuts for wealthy key step to recovery
President Obama June 2 said allowing tax cuts for high-income taxpayers to expire is an essential part of his plan to put the budget on a sustainable path.
http://www.bnasoftware.com/News_Articles/News/Obama_Says_Sunset_of_Tax_Cuts_for_Wealthy_Key_Step_Toward_Recovery.asp
President Obama June 2 said allowing tax cuts for high-income taxpayers to expire is an essential part of his plan to put the budget on a sustainable path.
http://www.bnasoftware.com/News_Articles/News/Obama_Says_Sunset_of_Tax_Cuts_for_Wealthy_Key_Step_Toward_Recovery.asp
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
The Decisions We Make Define Us - Section Two
Being As Good As You Think You Are
David Pippin has served as the Musical Director for many of the most memorable musicals that appeared on Broadway. He tells the story of how he came to be the Musical Director for the original Broadway production of Oliver.
The show originated in London in the early 1960's. A few bootleg copies of the music from the show had surfaced in New York. David Pippin had snagged one of those copies and immediately fell in love with the show. He knew then and there that he wanted to be the Musical Director for the show.
David Merrick, the renowned producer, was heading up the show in New York. Merrick's secretary had told Mr. Pippin he had no shot at the position, because all the major musical directors had already thrown their hats into the ring. But Mr. Pippin begged her to let him know if there was a brief window of opportunity to get into to see David Merrick.
Mr. Merrick's secretary called him one day and told him to get over to Merrick's office within an hour. She could get him in but could guarantee him nothing. So Mr. Pippin grabbed the closest cab and was over there in a flash. When he was shown into Mr Merrick's office, the formidable producer looked over his resume and said little. Finally he looked Mr. Pippin straight in the eye and asked him, "Why should I make you the musical director for this show?"
At that moment, Mr. Pippin knew that this was going to be the most important answer he would ever have to give to anyone and it had better be the right one. He said, without hesitation, "Mr. Merrick. I have heard this music. I love this music and I am the best person you will find to be the musical director for this show."
Mr. Merrick studied him for a moment. "I am giving you the job. But you had better be as good as you think you are."
Well all the rest is history. The show opened in 1963. At the Tony's for that year, Oliver swept 8 awards, including best Musical Director. At the awards ceremony, Merrick leaned over to Pippin and whispered to him,"Well, I guess you are as good as you think you are."
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Seminars and Mixers in Houston, June 7 to June 15, 2010
Springboard Works
"I am LinkedIn. Now what?"
Friday, June 11, 2010
11:00 AM to 1:00 AM
J Tyler Office Furniture & Sevices
5920 Milwee
Houston, Texas 77092
Cost: $59.00
You will learn:
- Getting connected and building your network
- Using advanced search tools
- Joining and participating in groups
- Asking and answering questions to establish your brand
- How to make money using LinkedIn
- LinkedIn subscription levels
- Asking & giving recommendations
- LinkedIn 3rd party applications
Lunch is included. Seating is limited. Register for Early Bird Special
Houston Networking News
Southeast Houston Regional Mixer
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Cullen's
11500 Space Center Blvd.
Houston, Tx 77059
Cost: Free
North Houston Regional Mixer
Thursday, June 10, 2010
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Crescent Moon Wine Bar
440 Rayford Rd
The Woodlands, 77380
Cost: Free
InHouston
InHouston Katy Business Professional Networking Mixer
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill
21810 Kingsland Blvd
Katy, Texas
Call: Gail, 281.493.1955 or Newell, 713.385.3622
InHouston, The Largest Regular InHouston Mixer - Uptown Park
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
The Tasting Room - Uptown Park
1101 Uptown Park Blvd
Houston, Texas
Shakers and Stirrers Houston
Business Networking Mixer
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Starts at 6 PM
RA Sushi Bar
City Centre
12880 Queensbury
Houston, Texas, 77024
Cost: Register online: NFP members - $10.00,
Non-Members - $15
Pay at the door: Everyone - $20.00 (Only cash at the door)
Techcess Group &SMBology, Inc
Harnessing the Power of Cloud Computing
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Microsoft Office (Houston)
One Briar Lake Plaza
2000 W. Sam Houston Pkwy. S, No. 350
Houston, Texas 77042
Cost: Free
Executive briefing, identifiying several core issues faced by businesses today and how cloud computing services or a hybrid software + services approach can powerfully and effectively solve these common challenges. Business-use cases will also be discussed featuring the true benefits attained through Microsoft Exchange Online and Microsoft Sharepoint Online.
TEDxHouston
Saturday, June 12, 2010
10 AM to 6 PM
University of Houston
Limited Seating, Tickets available through lottery
Fee: $50.00 per ticket
For more information, go to the following url:
www.tedxhouston.com
TEDxHouston is striving to challenge each of us to find that goal or passion that fires us up to do something really innovative with our lives. The outstanding speakers will show us pathways to making a real difference in our city and to make a difference in our community.
TEDxHouston will highlight Houston as a city in which innovators and innovation has made this city great. The speakers will include outstanding Houstonians who are innovators in the arts, in theater, in science, in architecture, in design and in aerospace engineering. All are visionaries who have developed new ideas and technologies and whose work has changed life in Houston and beyond our city boundaries.
This conference is part of a global movement to put a spotlight on Ideas Worth Spreading. It is a locally organized event modeled on the first such event held on California 25 years ago. Since then TED events have been held in most major cities around the world.
For additional information, read the coverage of the event in The Houston Chronicle, Business Section (Section D), Saturday, May 29, 2009, page 1.
Saturday, June 12, 2010
10 AM to 6 PM
University of Houston
Limited Seating, Tickets available through lottery
Fee: $50.00 per ticket
For more information, go to the following url:
www.tedxhouston.com
TEDxHouston is striving to challenge each of us to find that goal or passion that fires us up to do something really innovative with our lives. The outstanding speakers will show us pathways to making a real difference in our city and to make a difference in our community.
TEDxHouston will highlight Houston as a city in which innovators and innovation has made this city great. The speakers will include outstanding Houstonians who are innovators in the arts, in theater, in science, in architecture, in design and in aerospace engineering. All are visionaries who have developed new ideas and technologies and whose work has changed life in Houston and beyond our city boundaries.
This conference is part of a global movement to put a spotlight on Ideas Worth Spreading. It is a locally organized event modeled on the first such event held on California 25 years ago. Since then TED events have been held in most major cities around the world.
For additional information, read the coverage of the event in The Houston Chronicle, Business Section (Section D), Saturday, May 29, 2009, page 1.
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