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Jason Puracal

By admin | 06/2012 | American Affairs, BUSINESS, Courage, Crisis Management, Diplomacy, Emerging Markets, Entrepreneurs, Family Relationships, Globalization, Great Achievers, Human Rights, Inspiration, Inspiring Lives, Latin America, Law, Leadership, Motivation, Motivation - Non Sports, Overcomers / Adversity, Overcoming Obstacles, Political Media, Real Estate, Spirituality, Strategy, Success, Sustainability, Travel, Women's Issues | Comments Off

JASON PURACAL is now a free man after being wrongfully imprisoned in Nicaragua for two years. Jason attributes his freedom to a global effort of people who demanded that justice be upheld. He has now returned home to the Pacific Northwest with his wife and son to begin rebuilding their lives. Jason will continue his contributions to sustainable development, which began during his Peace Corps service in Nicaragua. He is currently studying for his Sustainable MBA degree at Bainbridge Graduate Institute, volunteering at the Innocence Project Northwest, and writing a book with his sister Janis.

Susan Dentzer

By admin | 06/2012 | American Affairs, BUSINESS, Economic Outlook, Election Analysis, HEALTH / WELLNESS, Healthcare, Journalists, Medicare, Political Media, Social Security | Comments Off

Susan Dentzer is Senior Policy Adviser at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the nation’s largest philanthropy focused on health and health care, and an on-air analyst on health issues with the PBS NewsHour. She served from 2008-2013 as the editor-in-chief of Health Affairs, the nation’s leading journal of health policy. Ms. Dentzer also previously led the NewsHour’s health unit, reporting extensively on-air about health care reform debates. She currently serves as a member of the Board of Overseers of Dartmouth Medical School and is an Overseer of the International Rescue Committee, a leading humanitarian organization. Read more…

Todd Buchholz

By admin | 01/2012 | Architecture, Authors, BUSINESS, China, Economic Outlook, ECONOMY, Emerging Markets, Global Economy/Trade, Globalization, International Affairs, Outsourcing, Political Analysis, The Market | Comments Off

Acclaimed author, former White House economic policy director and economist Todd Buchholz connects the dots between local and global markets, the politics that define business environments, and the people who drive it all. He puts global politics and financial markets into perspective and offers a positive understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing today’s markets. Buchholz “lights up economics with a wickedly sparkling wit,” says the Associated Press. Read more…

Clark Winter

By admin | 10/2011 | Asia, BUSINESS, Economic Outlook, ECONOMY, Emerging Markets, Financial Markets, Future Trends / Futurists, Global Economy/Trade, Investing, Latin America, Mergers & Acquisitions, Personal Finance, Risk Management, The Market, The Middle East | Comments Off

Clark Winter is an internationally known commentator on the world economy, global financial markets and geopolitics. He founded Winter Capital International, an independent advisory firm that structured multi-manager portfolios by harnessing the talents of independent investment managers working worldwide; the company was later acquired by Citigroup. Winter also served as the chief global investment strategist for Citigroup Global Wealth Mgmt, Citi Private Bank, Smith Barney and Goldman Sachs & Co as managing director and director of portfolio strategy. Read more…

Andrew Busch

By admin | 10/2011 | Authors, Economic Outlook, ECONOMY, Election Analysis, Emerging Markets, Europe, Global Economy/Trade, Globalization, Investing, Political Analysis, Risk Management, The Market | Comments Off

Author, columnist and television commentator, Andrew Busch has been connecting the dots between events and global financial markets for the last twenty-five years. As the Global Currency and Public Policy Strategist for BMO Capital and outside advisor to Congress and the US Treasury, Andrew Busch regularly crafts strategies for dealing with the volatile global markets. With a humorous and humble Midwest approach, Busch shows audiences how to interpret the seismic global and public policy shifts that are taking place for investors and corporations. His timely and energetic presentations show attendees how to live and thrive in the current economic chaos. Read more…

Greg Gadson

By admin | 06/2011 | 9/11, BUSINESS, Disability Issues, Great Achievers, Heroes, Inspiration, Inspiring Lives, Leadership, Military Leaders, Motivation, Motivation - Non Sports, Overcomers / Adversity, Patriotism, Personal Development, Success | Comments Off

Lieutenant Colonel Greg Gadson has survived the very worst of war, but this highly decorated American soldier has not been defeated by unfortunate circumstance; instead, his life is a portrait of courage in the face of great adversity. Gadson understands that hard work and determination are key factors in overcoming life-altering setbacks. His biggest challenge happened in Iraq when an IED attack led to both of his legs being amputated above the knees. For anyone else, this might have been a defining moment, but he refused to be defined by the proverbial “hail of bullets.” Read more…