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From where i can manage money for my expensive MBA program at Stanford university?
I am an engineering student now.And i get admissioned in Stanford university for MBA program which is very expensive for me .How can i manage money for it or who like to sponsor me?
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Klaus Tritschler, Former Creative Director at BMW Group DesignworksUSA, Joins ICON Aircraft as VP of Design

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Klaus Tritschler, Former Creative Director at BMW Group DesignworksUSA, Joins ICON Aircraft as VP of Design
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) February 7, 2011
ICON Aircraft, an early-stage, Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) manufacturer, today announced Klaus Tritschler, former Creative Director at BMW Group DesignworksUSA has joined the company as Vice President of Design.
Klaus Tritschler joins ICON Aircraft with over 16 years of experience in premium design and a passion for powersports. Before joining ICON, Klaus was an integral part of the creative leadership at BMW Group DesignworksUSA, voted the most innovative company in design by Fast Company Magazine 2010. As Creative Director, Tritschler collaborated with some of their largest global transportation design clients including BMW Motorrad, executive jets and luxury yachts. After spending one year at the BMW Headquarters in Munich designing the award-winning F800S and ST, Klaus led his team in developing strategy and quality design solutions resulting in several prestigious design awards from projects such as the Embraer Phenom 100 and 300 jets.
“Since the company’s start, we have been driven to create world-class, inspiring designs,” said Steen Strand, ICON’s Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer who also previously led design at the company. “With Klaus on the team we are raising the bar even higher. His passion and deep experience will ensure that the production A5 will be a truly historic aircraft.”
Tritschler will be responsible for ICON’s design direction across all consumer touchpoints, from the details of the A5′s production interior to the implementation of the company’s brand in its marketing efforts.
“There are brands that stand for great design in motorsports, like Ducati or Ferrari,” said Tritschler. “ICON is going to be that brand for sport aircraft. I’m extremely excited to join this amazing company.”
Klaus received his Design Diploma from the University of Wuppertal, Germany, in 1993 and began his design career at Johnson Controls’ Automotive Division before moving to California in 1994. An avid motorcycle rider and outdoor enthusiast, Klaus is keen to add flying sport planes to his passions.
The estimated base price of the ICON A5 is $ 139,000 and orders are now being accepted at http://www.iconaircraft.com with a refundable $ 5,000 deposit. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in late 2011. For more information, visit http://www.iconaircraft.com.
ABOUT ICON AIRCRAFT:
ICON Aircraft is a consumer sport plane manufacturer founded by Kirk Hawkins and Steen Strand while at Stanford University shortly after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) enacted regulation changes in 2004 that created the new sport flying category. Kirk is an engineer, former U.S. Air Force F-16 fighter pilot, and graduate of Stanford Business School. Steen, a former investment banker and Harvard graduate, holds a Masters in Engineering from Stanford in Product Design and is a serial entrepreneur. A privately funded company, ICON Aircraft’s base of operations is in Southern California, which is a hotbed for automotive design and aerospace engineering.
ABOUT FAA LIGHT SPORT AIRCRAFT & SPORT PILOT CLASSIFICATIONS:
In 2004, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) created a new classification of easy-to-fly and affordable two-person planes called Light Sport Aircraft that enable a new classification of Sport Pilots to fly in uncontrolled airspace during the daytime and in good weather. The Sport Pilot License focuses on the fundamentals of flying and requires a minimum of 20 hours of in-flight training, which is half the time and cost of a traditional Private Pilot License. The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) described the new rules as “the biggest change in aviation in 50 years.”
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Stanford Social Innovation Review Touts Boot Camp for New Dads Program

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Stanford Social Innovation Review Touts Boot Camp for New Dads Program
Irvine, CA (PRWEB) December 2, 2004 -
In a recent article in the Stanford Social Innovation Review, Boot Camp For New Dads, a non-profit program offered at more than 180 hospitals, clinics, schools, military bases and churches across the U.S., was touted for social innovation and their accomplishment in reaching many people and communities across the nation. The Boot Camp For New Dads program brings “rookie” fathers-to-be together with “veteran” recent dads and their newborns in an effort to orient and teach parenting skills to new fathers.
The article, ÂÂScaling Social Impact: Strategies for Spreading Social InnovationsÂÂ, authored by J. Gregory Dees, a faculty director and adjunct professor at the Center for the Advancement of Social Entrepreneurship at Duke UniversityÂÂs Fuqua School of Business; Beth Battle Anderson, a lecturer and managing director at the Center for the Advancement of Social Entrepreneurship and Jane Wei-Skillern, assistant professor of business administration in Harvard Business SchoolÂÂs Social Enterprise Group, discusses how social innovation should be defined and its strategy outlined in order to achieve successful implementation in new areas.
The Boot Camp For New Dads program was used as an example of how a comprehensive program with a straightforward concept could be packaged and successfully replicated in 38 U.S. states (and counting) as well as Japan.
ÂÂOur comprehensive program enables hospitals and other community organizations to meet the needs of new fathers,ÂÂ explained Greg Bishop, a Stanford MBA and founder of Boot Camp For New Dads. Bishop has had a lot of hands-on experience caring for babies with 12 siblings, four children of his own and numerous nieces and nephews. Bishop noticed that many men didn’t seem to enjoy custody of their babies and set out to determine why and to encourage change. After extensive research, he established Boot Camp For New Dads at Irvine Medical Center in California in 1990 and has volunteered as Head Coach ever since.
Bishop continued, ÂÂThe Boot Camp For New Dads program package covers all the details ÂÂ from site selection and program guidelines to the marketing materials that will help get the word out. We have a one-time license fee and provide Boot Camp training to the site coordinator and coaches. After the program has been implemented, all Boot Camp coaches receive ongoing support through the Boot Camp For New Dads website, newsletter, telephone and coaching net. We create a long-term partnership with the hospital or other organization so we can bring out the best in new dads in the community. WeÂÂre extremely pleased with the extent of its success.ÂÂ
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Boot Camp For New DadsÂÂ free program is available to all dads-to-be regardless of cultural, economic or age level. For more information about Boot Camp programs or to obtain a copy of Boot Camp For New DadsÂÂ book, Hit the Ground Crawling: The Ultimate Guide For New Fathers, contact (714) 838-9392 or visit http://www.newdads.com.
Boot Camp Beginnings
Boot Camp For New Dads is a unique program that brings “rookie” fathers-to-be together with “veteran” recent dads and their newborns. Having a child is an awesome gift, and joy, and an immense challenge. Boot Camp For New Dads is helping dads prepare for their mission. A Boot Camp For New Dads session is a single three-hour program often on the first Saturday morning of each month.
“I can’t imagine a more rewarding activity than helping new dads step up to the challenge,” rejoiced Bishop. “These guys are inspiring and should make all men proud, because once they understand how much they are needed, they deliver the goods.”
National media, including news segments on ABC, CBS, NBC, and CNN as well as articles in Life, CHILD, Ladies Home Journal magazines, ReaderÂÂs Digest and others, have helped fuel the expansion of Boot Camp For New Dads to over 180 programs reaching thousands of new dads. The program is designed to bring a dad’s perspective to the 1.5 million men who become fathers each year across America.
Spanish and English
Determined to reach fathers everywhere, Boot Camp For New Dads has 12 Spanish language sites throughout the United States. The organization has created the only curriculum in Spanish for new fathers. Boot Camp For New Dads believes the key to improving the quality of life for many young children lies in helping fathers be capable and caring.
The Spanish version of the Boot Camp video helps support the facilitator and the ÂÂveteranoÂÂ father in teaching the new dads to take care of the newborn baby and mother.
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For more information about Boot Camp For New Dads, please call (714) 838-9392 or visit http://www.newdads.com.
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Colorado Cleantech Industry Association Announces Inaugural Awards Celebration, With Keynote by Nation’s Leading Cleantech Venture Capitalist Ira Ehrenpreis

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Colorado Cleantech Industry Association Announces Inaugural Awards Celebration, With Keynote by Nation’s Leading Cleantech Venture Capitalist Ira Ehrenpreis
Denver, CO (PRWEB) September 15, 2010
The Colorado Cleantech Industry Association (CCIA) will hold its first “Colorado Cleantech Awards Celebration” Tuesday, October 19, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Denver Marriott City Center. The announcement is made by Christine Shapard, Executive Director of the CCIA who says, “We’re extremely pleased to welcome Ira Ehrenpreis, noted venture capitalist and cleantech industry expert, as our keynote speaker for the inaugural event. In concert with Mr. Ehrenpreis’ presentation, we’ll also be showcasing those companies and individuals who have made a significant impact on Colorado’s cleantech industry this past year.”
Further, according to Shapard, “The CCIA luncheon is the one event where Colorado’s cleantech community will come together to honor the creativity and dedication to our new energy economy put forth by entrepreneurs, educators, corporate innovators, volunteers and policymakers.” Awards will be presented in multiple categories. Individuals are encouraged to nominate themselves, companies, colleagues, clients or vendors — those who have made a major difference in Colorado’s cleantech community. Nominations are open until Friday, September 17, 5 p.m. For more information, visit: https://web.memberclicks.com/mc/quickForm/viewForm.do?orgId=ccia&formId=84863
Widely regarded as one of the most experienced cleantech investors, Mr. Ehrenpreis will deliver a keynote address covering “The State of the Cleantech Industry.” As one of the pioneers in the cleantech sector, he’ll share how the sector has evolved over the past decade and review the drivers behind cleantech’s emergence as the fastest growing area of the venture asset class. Mr. Ehrenpreis will also review the challenges the industry faces and those issues notwithstanding, why he believes cleantech will continue to be a good bet in the years and decades to come.
Tickets may be purchased individually or as corporate tables: CCIA Member, Corporate Table – $ 550; Non-Member, Corporate Table – $ 700; CCIA Member, Individual Ticket – $ 75; and Non-Member, Individual Ticket – $ 90. Registration for the event is available online at https://web.memberclicks.com/mc/quickForm/viewForm.do?orgId=ccia&formId=86597
About Ira Ehrenpreis:
Mr. Ehrenpreis has been with Palo Alto-based Technology Partners since 1996, leading the firm’s Cleantech investment practice with investments in Energy Technology, Water Technology, and Advanced Materials opportunities. He is an investor in Colorado’s Abound Solar, as well as in Tesla Motors. He is a recognized leader in both the venture capital industry and the Cleantech sector, and in 2007, was named one of the “Top 50 Most Influential Men Under 45″by Details Magazine.
In the Cleantech sector, Mr. Ehrenpreis has served on several industry Boards, including the Clean-Tech Investor Summit (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 Conference Chairman), Cleantech Venture Network (Past Chairman of Advisory Board), ACORE (American Council on Renewable Energy), Energy Investors Forum (Past Conference Chairman), Energy Venture Fair, and California Climate Change Advisory Board. He has also served on the Advisory Boards of the Southern California Tech Coast Alliance, Forum for Women Entrepreneurs (FWE), and the Comerica Venture Capital Advisory Board. Ira is also an active leader at Stanford University, where his contributions have included helping to teach the course on Venture Capital and serving on the Board of Visitors of Stanford Law School. He is a Contributor to Nimmer on Copyright, the leading copyright treatise.
Mr. Ehrenpreis received his JD/MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business and Stanford Law School, where he was an Associate Editor of Stanford Law Review. He holds a B.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles, graduating Phi Beta Kappa and Summa Cum Laude.
About Technology Partners:
Technology Partners is recognized as one of the pioneering venture firms focusing in Cleantech. Since its first investment in CellNet Data Systems in 1991 Technology Partners has achieved a leadership position investing in energy, water, and advanced-materials companies, such as Tesla Motors, CoalTek, and Nanogram. For more information, visit http://www.technologypartners.com
About the Colorado Cleantech Industry Association:
The Colorado Cleantech Industry Association represents the interests of the state’s cleantech industry. Its mission is to further establish Colorado as a world leader in clean technology by providing representation and advocacy, a unified voice, relevant programming and capacity development. For more information, visit http://www.coloradocleantech.com
CCIA is found on these social media sites:
Twitter: http://twitter.com/COCleantech
LinkedIn Group: http://www.linkedin.com/e/vgh/1882455
Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/ColoradoCleantechIndustryAssociation
News Feed: http://coloradocleantech.blogspot.com
YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/COCleantech
Contacts:
Shelly Curtiss, CCIA Communications Director, 303-623-2690
Maggie Chamberlin Holben, Absolutely PR – http://www.absolutelypr.com – 303-984-9801
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Should i get an MBA degree from a top college?
I am a junior in college and am contemplating whether or not i should try to get into a top mba program like berkeley, stanford, or ucla right after i graduate. Thus far, i have a 4.0 GPA, worked as a shift manager in a food restaurant, worked as an accountant, and have done clubs and community service. I will be taking my GMAT in my junior year. I am getting a degree in accounting so i know i can get a job after i graduate, but my goal is to own my business or run a successful company, and i know i could do that with an MBA degree. Someone told me that it will be extremely difficult to get into a top school, even though i do have a good gpa, but i dont have work experience. Is this true? If i work as an accountant for a couple of years will this increase my chances of getting in? I am so confused on what to do: Should i pursue my dream in getting an MBA right after i graduate or should i work and hope i could still get my MBA? Thanks for any advice or opinions!
If i do get a job as an accountant work for a 1-3 years, will top mba programs like accounting as experience or do they want another occupation?
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Symmetry Communications Systems Appoints Preston Roper as Vice President of Marketing

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Symmetry Communications Systems Appoints Preston Roper as Vice President of Marketing
(PRWEB) December 18, 2000
San Jose, CA ÂÂ Symmetry Communications, a pioneer in next generation mobile data and voice solutions, today announced the appointment of Preston Roper as Vice President of Marketing.
Mr. Roper will oversee the positioning and marketing of the Company’s products to wireless telecommunications equipment providers, who are enabling mobile voice and Internet services.
An experienced executive, Mr. Roper has significant expertise in strategic marketing, product marketing, alliances, and the development of integrated marketing communications programs. He has worked for several rapid-growth technology companies including NetDynamics (acquired by Sun Microsystems in 1998), and Synopsys (1992 IPO).
Mr. Roper held various management positions with these companies, including VP Engineering, senior director of product marketing, director of IT and operations, and director of electronic marketing. Prior to completing his MBA at Stanford, Mr. Roper led strategic programs in Europe with Honeywell Germany and with Stanford University. He has also served as Founder, President and CEO of an Internet applications company, and as Interim COO of an emerging E-business services company.
ÂÂPrestonÂÂs in-depth knowledge of marketing will contribute greatly to our executive team,” said Dr. Chiiming Kao, CEO of Symmetry Communications Systems. ÂÂHis broad range of experience in marketing, product management, and team development will make a major contribution to the future growth and success of Symmetry Communications. WeÂÂre pleased to have Preston on board.”
Mr. Roper holds a Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Master of Science in Hardware-Software Co-design, and Master of Business Administration degrees from Stanford University.
About Symmetry Communications Systems
Symmetry Communications is a leading provider of solutions that enable the ÂÂInformation Super SkywayÂÂ of seamless IP-based services for mobile wireless users.
Symmetry is pioneering the development of unique wireless packet data solutions that enable wireless operators to offer a wide range of revenue-generating services. SymmetryÂÂs products provide GPRS Service Node (GSN) capabilities today and will migrate to support 2G+ and 3G networking environments in the future. SymmetryÂÂs modular architecture is designed for flexibility – enabling wireless providers to optimally deploy and scale their infrastructure as their markets develop.
Founded in 1997, a privately held and venture-funded company in the heart of Silicon Valley, Symmetry Communications Systems currently employs more than 140 people in California, England and Taiwan. Some of the principal backers of Symmetry Communications include Oak Investment Partners, Seapoint Ventures, Grove Street Advisors, VenGlobal Capital Fund II, PAC-LINK Fund, Acer Technology Venture Fund and Acer Peripheral Incorporated.
For more information visit http://www.symmetrycomm.com.
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What is the best university for cardiology?
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I want to be a cardiologist and was wondering what’s the best university for it.
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Stanford
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Best Ways To Manage Your Time
Best Ways To Manage Your Time
The secret of most successful people is their ability to manage their time. We all get the same 24 hours. But it is how we schedule the hours to achieve our daily goals that makes all the difference. Most people are always saying that there is not enough time and that they are hours behind schedule. Pulling off the hectic lifestyles that most people have today requires careful planning and shrewd scheduling. You may think that you cannot possibly do it but it gets done by millions of people everyday.
Here are a few simple tips designed to get you on your way to being more organized and time efficient. Though there are no right and wrong ways to develop better time management skills. Start with setting daily short-term goals and long term goals. These goals should be time sensitive. Deadlines are set to make certain that you do not give in to procrastination. It also helps you to remain focused on the task at hand. Setting great goals may include a few lifestyle changes in order to get them completed. A good rule of thumb is to schedule your day with 45% toward work or studies, 25% for personal ventures and 30% for the family. Knowledge of oneself is invaluable in the effort to manage your time more effectively. Everybody has times of the day when they work at their peak efficiencies.
Knowing your energy highs and lows will help you to schedule harder tasks during peak times. Multi-tasking can save time and prevent you from overworking. If you are a student or commuter use the time wisely to study or finish up projects. Make a night out and include as many people as possible to cut down on the amount of time spent fraternizing. Quality over quantity is the order of the day. Looking busy vs. doing something meaningful is one of the ways people loose valuable amounts of time. Getting the proper rest and relaxation can seem like wasting time. But getting away from taxing tasks and allowing the brain an opportunity to rest will give you a better perspective on the problem and rejuvenate your mind and body. Avoid working in an area full of distractions. Delegate parts of the project when necessary. Realizing that you cannot do it alone may be one of the biggest steps you ever take.
There you have it. 7 ways to improve your time management skills. You can get as much done today as you would have put off for tomorrow.
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The Architectural Design major at Stanford integrates engineering and architecture blending innovative architectural design with cutting-edge engineering technologies. Combining hands-on architectural design studios with a wide variety of courses, students can choose from a broad mix of elective courses concerning energy conservation, sustainability, building systems, structures, as well as design foundation and fine arts courses. In addition to preparing students for advanced studies in architecture and construction management, the program’s strong math and science requirements prepare students for graduate work in other fields, such as civil and environmental engineering, law, and business. The major provides a background for individuals wanting to explore a diversity of careers in architecture, engineering, construction, and structures. archdesign.stanford.edu
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Medical Device Innovation
Paul Yock, Professor of Medicine and Founding Co-Chairof Stanford’s Program in Biodesign, led this interactive panel discussion on medical device innovation. Panelists included Darin Buxbaum of Hourglass Technologies, Darren Hite of Aberdare Ventures, Mohit Kaushal of the West Wireless Health Institute, and Uday Kumar of iRhythm. Related Links: Stanford GSB Program in Healthcare Innovation: www.gsb.stanford.edu Stanford Biodesign: innovation.stanford.edu Aberdare Ventures: www.aberdare.com West Wireless Health Institute: www2.westwirelesshealth.org iRhythm: www.irhythmtech.com
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