Sentences with phrase «high budget effort»

In particular, it looks like the Metal Gear Solid movie is still being produced by Sony Pictures, meaning that it remains a high budget effort with all the things you would expect from a top film releasing to the cinemas nowadays.

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Fresh pharmaceutical unit head Luke Miels is calling for 20 % in budget savings from managers, part of an expansive effort to cut costs in the unit and reinvest money into specific (and, likely, fewer) R&D efforts that may bring in more cash and higher returns.

As California slashes billions from its higher education budget, the state's premier public business schools have quietly focused its efforts on raising private dollars.

The downsizing was part of an effort to meet federal budget requirements and reduce the Army's workforce from wartime highs.

«We certainly applaud government's efforts on easing the burden of high housing costs and increasing access to child care, but in introducing a payroll tax to offset lost MSP premium revenues this Budget delivers another meaningful blow to small to medium employers, especially in the service and technology sectors,» adds Black.

Pinehurst is now the most high - profile example in the water conservation efforts and maintenance budgeting that need to be implemented in American golf.

In addition to the more high - profile policy issues in the budget talks, the IDC's resolution also includes an elimination of the personal income tax for New York City residents earning $ 45,000 and less, efforts to make college more affordable and reduce student debt and support for a multi-state effort to close a «loophole» in carried interest.

It began with praise for the governor's efforts to continue a long term trend to balance the state's budgets, and to cut down on New York's formerly notoriously high future budget deficits.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who has made a phased - in $ 15 wage push a top budget priority, has touted the Berkeley researchers» findings in his efforts to pass what would be the nation's highest statewide minimum wage.

The governor, who is also negotiating with the legislature on the state budget and related items, like pension reform, says of the legislature's efforts on redistricting reform «my trust level is low, my skepticism is high».

They argued that the fiscally conservative governor, in his effort to tie education funding to performance on standardized testing, has failed to fulfill the 2006 order of the state's highest court and allowed overcrowding and cuts to local schools» budgets.

You can not fix Albany until you start electing people who have a Moral Compass and know the difference between right and wrong.This is just another foolish effort to look good, look at how many members there will be more than the Supreme Court of the US.It is the «MORAL COMPASS» StupidBefore there was the «Oracle at Delphi» there was Count Vampire J. MachiavelliVJ Machiavelliwww.VJMachiavelli.blogspot.comThe Legislative Budget is Too Damn High

Unfortunately, the Democrat majority voted to override several of the County Executive's efforts to create a more taxpayer friendly budget, downsize the county government and create savings for the taxpayers of the county with highest property taxes in the nation,» said Minority Leader Jim Maisano (R, New Rochelle).

Stec, Little and Jones also discussed the need for higher cell phone towers in the Adirondack Park, ongoing efforts to combat opiate addiction and the state budget process.

Dr. Gallaudet has led teams of Navy Sailors and civilians performing such diverse functions as overseeing aircraft carrier combat operations, planning and conducting humanitarian assistance and disaster response efforts, assisting Navy SEAL Teams during high visibility counter-terrorism operations, and developing the Navy's annual $ 52 billion information technology, cyber security, and intelligence budget.

If you feel like you're hitting your budget's ceiling, all you need is to put some effort into smarter shopping — there are a lot of budget - friendly high - protein foods out there waiting for you to notice them.

Yet again, the protagonist infiltrates a small, secular group flying under the radar of society, but this time with a higher budget, better marketing and a bit more star power than the first effort.

With practical blood effects, impressive aerial photography and exhilarating action scenes, Harlin's efforts suggest a much higher budget than the figure his team were allotted.

In tackling this task, Feinberg says, they «backed into» the five essential tenets of the KIPP model: High Expectations (for academic achievement and conduct); Choice and Commitment (KIPP students, parents, and teachers all sign a learning pledge, promising to devote the time and effort needed to succeed); More Time (extended school day, week, and year); Power to Lead (school leaders have significant autonomy, including control over their budget, personnel, and culture); and Focus on Results (scores on standardized tests and other objective measures are coupled with a focus on character development).

However, the most recent recovery is accompanied by rising costs in healthcare, corrections, and sustained efforts to maintain support for K - 12 education, leaving higher education as the largest discretionary item in many state budgets.

An additional $ 2.7 billion, authorized by the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018, will be used to help K - 12 school districts and schools as well as institutions of higher education (IHEs) in their recovery efforts.

In an effort to introduce my career readiness unit, I have the students calculate their projected budget for their first year out of high school.

Expect them to try to pressure you into higher payments, but if you let them know that your budget only allows for a specific amount to be paid per period then more often than not they will agree to it knowing that the debt will get cleared in that manner and that you are making an effort to eliminate this debt.

Furthermore, the budget slashes funding for the Natural Resource Damage Assessment and Restoration Program's inland oil spill preparedness program by 80 percent, and cuts another $ 11 million from BLM as the agency aims to limit new cleanup efforts at abandoned coal mines, promising to remediate only the highest threats to clean water and public health.

While this season's Antarctic scientific whaling expedition caught a total of 167 whales — a low number compared to previous years — the budget for the effort has never been higher.

The first small steps towards a more consumer - oriented branding approach in the Canadian legal market might already have been taken when we recently saw three prominent Ontario personal injury firms team up on a joint marketing initiative under the banner of the «Personal Injury Alliance» in order to pool some of their respective marketing budgets into a collective effort with high cost / high production value commercials in order to obtain more bang for their buck as it were.

In terms of Microsoft's phone engineering efforts, Elop indicated that future high end Lumia devices will continue to be developed in Salo, Finland, while the budget priced phones will be developed in Tampere, Finland.

Solid accounting skills are required for most high - level admin professionals, as they are often involved in the business» budgeting and invoicing efforts.

Spa Director — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, executing spa and salon administration functions, overseeing sales and marketing operations, and implementing cutting - edge industry techniques and trends Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with other members of management team, including product inventory control, marketing and sales strategies, product and service offerings, client service, event coordination, and area competition Provide continuous assessment of key markets, potential customers, and capital utilization, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding policies and procedures, budgets and financial forecasts, and client experience considerations Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, promote both employee and client satisfaction, and deliver a luxurious experience to high - profile clientele Identify and utilize talent among team members with focused training efforts, targeted professional recruitment, continued supervision of 40 staff, and the promotion of a performance - based environment leveraging individual talents for group benefit Develop and supervise support staff to aid in effective sales, marketing, and service operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion, including newsletter and article distribution Ensure effective execution of all administrative, HR, and financial aspects of business management, while analyzing and presenting important information to executive staff, stakeholders, and other relevant parties Address key client and management queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention, referral generation, and the leveraging of cross-sales opportunities Create and implement firm marketing and sales strategies while tracking performance versus internal and external benchmarks, focusing on both revenue generation as well as cost control Maintain a strong working knowledge of products, services, techniques, and relevant tools, while committing to continued advanced technical education with respect to complex spa, salon, and fitness concepts and studies Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and other management partners to facilitate information flow and drive operational efficiency

• Coordinated effort between Development, QA, Production, DR, System, DBA, Production - support, Network Administration, Applications group and vendors for project completion ahead of schedule under budget • Incorporated new technologies with legacy systems to improve performance and reduce cost • Experienced in incorporating leading open source tools: nagios, mysql, tomcat, apache, wikis, etc. • Performed broad range of UNIX Systems, Net - Working and SAN Administration tasks for large financial and networking clients such as HSBC Bank USA, Deutsche Bank, Citi Group, ISO.com, GE Corporate Treasury, Globeop Financial Services, LLC., Sothebys.com, Church Pension Group, and Verizon Partners Solutions • Provided project leadership for managing technical resources, client / server issues, vendors, senior management reviews and hands - on technical expertise • Designed and deployed iPlanet Web / Directory server Architecture for the purpose of authentication and Widows 2000 active Directory compatibility • Prepared estimates and diagrams for the new secured Development Environment comprised of Cisco routers, local directors, hubs, Sun servers, firewalls for deployment, staging and production • Developed one to one disaster recovery using Bourne Shell scripting for Reuters» Kondor 3.0 on Solaris 8 • Minimized website down time through careful monitoring of Sotheby's Web Vision to Amazon by using FTP servers to manage high volume uploads which optimized online trading functionalities • Directed installation, configuration, and security of multiple online global auction sites • Automated operations, disk space monitoring, and backups using Bourne and Korn Shell scripting • Developed standard operating procedure for IP multi-pathing, Emulex LPFC, HBAs, EMC Power path, Navisphere, and installed JASS on new built servers

Client Services Supervisor — Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for electronic payroll system operations for a large and economically diverse client base Recruit, train, and direct customer service, sales, technical, and administrative staff ensuring efficient operations Maintain working knowledge of proprietary software, industry best practices, employment law, and tax law Oversee adherence to departmental budgets, project timelines, and company policies Coordinate efforts between multiple departments resulting in timely and cost - effective project completion Design and implement professional development programs to enhance team skill sets Utilize employee recognition programs to build morale and dedication to company mission Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Utilize technical proficiencies and industry knowledge to offer guidance and support to coworkers and clients Craft effective presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Maintain sales and customer service records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Manage company financial records providing detailed, accurate account of transactions and financial health Build and strengthen long term relationships with peers, clients, partners, and industry leaders Provide additional operational support including communications, data entry, and other tasks as needed Consistently promoted due to excellence in management, customer service, technical support, and sales

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

Claims Management Duties & Responsibilities Utilize efficient workflow organization to improve departmental efficiencies while ensuring effective client response and diligent analysis of claims, with extensive experience in both commercial and personal lines Provide relevant administration and direction to multi-million dollar staff budgets, quality control, fraud investigations, and complex claims reviews, earning denial authority over high - level claims cases Identify and develop talent among team members with focused training efforts, performance reporting and analyses, and operational efficiency initiatives Deliver continuous assessment of work force, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective service strategies and techniques, loss liability monitoring, and claim litigation assistance Develop and implement the marketing and sales efforts of customer service team while tracking progress versus established internal and external benchmarks, providing disciplinary actions when necessary Construct customer service and claims team through effective staff hiring to aid in efficient operations and execution, delegating important tasks / assigments to line supervisors while providing branch - level guidance Aid in strategic planning and capital budgeting based on improving operating efficiency and reducing service - related production losses, collaborating effectively with senior - level management Maintain a strong working knowledge of important industry topics, company programs and policies, and overall regulatory environment, including state - level responsibility for process changes in casualty / PIP Address important client and staff queries, resolving them in an expedited manner Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude and professionalism

Project Manager / Compliance Officer — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee daily operational aspects of a fast paced, high intensity financial institution Recruit, train, and direct staffs ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Manage compliance with regulatory authorities including the SEC, NYSE, and NASD Analyze financial information and present reports to external regulators and internal management Determine compliance issue severity and escalate to senior compliance officer as needed Conduct internal compliance investigations coordinating efforts between various support services Track and maintain detailed records of all compliance inquiries Direct and contribute to special company projects as needed Responsible for the «I Have a Dream Summer Intern Program» ensuring effective talent recruitment Utilize technical expertise while serving as liaison to technology department Assist with database and hardware management, software training, and computer troubleshooting Aid accounting with budgets, accounts payable / receivable, invoice payment, and vendor negotiations Interact with Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer, and other key figures on a daily basis Partner with various company lines to assess client interests, market trends, and potential sales opportunities Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Provide administrative support including travel arrangements, scheduling, data entry, and other tasks as needed Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Globeop Financial Services, LLC (Harrison, NY) 2005 — 2007 Manager Enterprise Infrastructures Group • Designed and implemented disaster recovery system for Reuiter's Kondor 3.0 on Solaris 10 and Sybase 12.0 — 15.0 • Installed, configured, and managed Reuiter's Kondor 3.0; Solaris 10 (LDOMS, ZFS, RAID, ZOANS, CONTAINERS); AIX 4.3 - 5.3, Red Hat Enterprise — RHEL 3.0 — 4.0, Sybase 12.0 — 15.0, Oracle 10g, MYSQL 2.7.1, Sun One Directory Server (LDAP), SUN IDM, Solstice Disk Suite, Sun Cluster 3.0 - 3.2, Veritas Storage Foundation 4.1 — 5.0, Veritas Cluster Server, Veritas NetBackup 5.0 — 7.0, Storage Array A1000 — A3500, EMC SAN, HITACHI SAN, 3 PAR, Brocade switch 40K, Cisco switch 6309, SSH, SSL, RSA encryption, Emulex LPFC, NaviSphere, EMC, and Power path • Automated processes utilizing shell scripts (Bourne, Korn, C Shell, Bash, AWK, SED and Perl) • Strong technical expertise in all major server technologies (SUN / HP / IBM / Linux / Microsoft) experiment in managing mission critical, low latency, high availability and clustered IT systems and familiar with FIX protocol • Performed massive installation of Solaris servers using both Jumpstart and Blade Logic and Red Hat using both PXE boot and BladeLogic servers to global distributed network of more than 2500 servers • Conducted disaster recovery tests • Managed and supervised four technicians ensuring continuity of service and efficient operations • Coordinated effort among Development, System, Networking, Application Support, Backup and recovery team to ensure maximum up time and effective issue resolution • Planned & developed projects, performed user acceptance tests, and applied patches to repair bugs • Developed shell scripts for Bourne shell, Korn shell, C Shell, AWK, PL / SQL and PERL • Managed DNS, NIS, NIS +, LDAP, jump start, Send Mail, SFTP, FTP, HTTP, SSL, SSH, Telnet and HP Open View • Coordinated effort between Development, QA, Production, DR, Systems, DBA, Production Support and Network Administration, Applications group for project completion ahead of time and under budget • Managed DNS, NIS, NIS +, DHCP, LDAP, SFTP, jumpstart, Apache, Tomcat, Websphrer and HP Open View.

Sales Representative • Oversaw the sale of Yamaha Motorsports machines including motorcycles and ATV's • Set and strictly adhered to departmental budget ensuring effective and efficient operations • Managed sales and customer service professionals providing the highest level of client care • Studied internal literature to become an expert on all products and services • Designed and presented sales proposals to customers of varying budgets and interests • Generated significant sales through various marketing, networking, and cold calling initiatives • Built a positive company image through community engagement efforts • Consistently recognized for excellence in sales, customer service, and team leadership

Finally, our budget creates a federal matching program that supports state efforts to promote debt - free college, and invests in federal student aid programs to ensure that students with the greatest need aren't priced out of a higher education.