Sentences with phrase «issues in specific industries»

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Be that as it may, there are signs that direct selling is an antiquated way of hawking beauty products, even beyond Avon - specific issues: according to the Direct Selling Association, revenue across the industry from items sold in this manner rose 3 % to $ 32.67 billion last year.

INVEST CANADA ’18 provides a finger on the pulse on all that impacts Canada's private equity and venture capital industry — from macro-economic issues, to in - depth discussions relevant to specific industries and sectors.

A One - Day, Industry Event Tackling The Specific Issues Facing HR, Talent & Engagement Professionals Today In Food & Drink, Hospitality & Foodservice, 1st May 2018, Cavendish Conference Centre, Central London.

Broader industry trends with respect to waste will be presented, and why this fits in with broader CSR and sustainability issues for companies in general as well as the specific Nestlé examples.

Before each exhibition, Vinexpo commissions studies on industry - specific issues and presents the findings in conferences around the world.

The governor's proposal would 1) prohibit state sales tax abatements unless a project is in a specific industry eligible for Excelsior tax credits (think «bureaucracy» and «hurts small business» here...), 2) require additional approvals by the relevant Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) and Empire State Development (think «unnecessary oversight and delays» here...), and 3) shift the abatement of state sales tax to a refund that might be issued sometime down the road (think «uncertainty» and «cashflow» here...).

«The format will remain the same as years past with the general session covering issues affecting all producers in the sheep and goat industry and the concurrent sessions focusing on specific interests voiced by producers within the respective industry sectors,» Ensor said.

Choose from these and other vital topics related to the environment you work in (academic research, biotech industry, governmental agencies, non-profits), the transitions from specific career stages, or issues in balancing career and family in any career path.

Professionals from a range of industries, including electrical engineering and cryptography, spoke to students about the pace of change in their world, how different silos of knowledge come together to form STEM, and specific issues and problems they face.

In early August, the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) announced the launch of the first, issue - specific, collision repair industry forum being held at the SEMA Show.

MM: We do, and we will offer more as the publishers want to do that, but I think day and date is an issue with specific appeal to the traditional comic book audience, and the best way to do that, and support it, is to do it in a way that benefits everyone in the industry.

If issues are found in relation to the investment, either the Ministry of Finance or the industry - specific ministry has the authority to issue an official recommendation to revise the investment plan or to put a complete stop to the acquisition.

Issue - Specific Committees PIJAC's issue - specific committees bring together experts in the field to address legislative and regulatory issues, review issues specific to their expertise and generate grassroots involvement throughout the induIssue - Specific Committees PIJAC's issue - specific committees bring together experts in the field to address legislative and regulatory issues, review issues specific to their expertise and generate grassroots involvement throughout the iSpecific Committees PIJAC's issue - specific committees bring together experts in the field to address legislative and regulatory issues, review issues specific to their expertise and generate grassroots involvement throughout the induissue - specific committees bring together experts in the field to address legislative and regulatory issues, review issues specific to their expertise and generate grassroots involvement throughout the ispecific committees bring together experts in the field to address legislative and regulatory issues, review issues specific to their expertise and generate grassroots involvement throughout the ispecific to their expertise and generate grassroots involvement throughout the industry.

Spearheading both national and state audits, in multiple industries, that focused on employment law compliance generally; wage and hour issues only; or on specific issues, such as the proper classification of exempt employees;

Our corporate department offers transactional clients the vast resources of an integrated network of offices in New York, California, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the U.A.E and Lebanon, which allows the firm to handle complex cross-border transactions while maintaining the on - the - ground understanding of local markets and extensive knowledge of industry - specific issues needed to carry out transactions in markets across the globe.

Use only metaphorical language, analogy and general management - speak to disguise ignorance and avoid specific challenge, draw all examples for intended actions from unrelated industry sectors so that everyone is ignorant in equal amounts, set up project teams to investigate issues but never complete tasks, when in trouble, announce an internal restructure to buy more time and get out quickly, on to the next job before being rumbled.

Generalized problems in the economy, or even particular issues for a specific industry, affect the employer's operations as well.

Our customized «Ahead of the Curve» program brings our lawyers into your workplace on a regular basis to brief your in - house legal and HR teams on employment law issues relating to your specific industry.

Summer program components: Pillsbury's summer associates experience the firm's collaborative style by working sideby - side with attorneys in a variety of practice areas, on industry and client teams and on issue - specific projects.

Event, July 18 - 20, 2018, Dallas Dykema's 5th Annual Definitive Conference for DSOs presents an opportunity to learn about current best practices in the areas of legal, regulatory, compliance, tax, consumer finance, billing, operations, M&A, financial reporting and other industry - specific issues

To help the smooth operation of customer and supplier relationships and secure rights to payment or agreed services, the Sydney business lawyers regularly review, draft and negotiate contracts bearing in mind the many applicable laws and industry specific issues.

Having an awareness of the business issues that affect specific industries and understanding the environment in which they operate in relation to stakeholder perspectives (customer, supplier, employer, employee, shareholder).

One way of conveying your enthusiasm is to write or talk about a relevant issue in the sector: it's worth reading the business or industry - specific news before you apply and before an interview.

How do I handle requests for such references?Thank you so much for your help!CherylCHERYL M. EARLE3407 Old Dobbin Road, Montgomery, Alabama 36116 - 1903Home Phone: [phone] Cell Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] E-mail: [email protected] position managing legal discovery and document review with opportunity to assist attorneys with civil litigationBAR ADMISSIONAlabama State Bar, 1999LAW - RELATED EXPERIENCELaw Firm, AlabamaResearch Attorney for Special Projects, Mass Torts Department, November 2001 — February 2008 • Managed Multi-District Litigation (MDL) Document Depository (September 2002 to February 2008) o Reviewed more than 1 million pages of evidentiary documents for litigation purposes and for inclusion in electronic databaseso Coordinated document review assignments with attorneys at local depository and at other sites across the USo Retrieved, reviewed and coded documents in Concordance and Summation legal databaseso Prepared memoranda and spreadsheets providing detailed analysis of discovery materials • Aided attorneys and support staff with processing and preparation of personal injury claims and litigationo Conducted legal research and drafted pleadingso Conducted supplementary online research for additional documents and information pertinent to litigationo Assisted with preparation of correspondence to clients and referring attorneyso Contacted clients for additional information needed in case preparation, litigation, and potential settlementso Prepared and input case intakes and referrals into databaseLaw School, AlabamaStudent Intern, Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP), August 1996 — June 1997 • Participated in law school clinical program under third - year law student practice rule (as authorized by Alabama Supreme Court) o Assisted attorneys and advocates in cases involving mentally ill patients confined to state mental health facilitieso Interviewed clients in person (at state facilities) and over the phoneo Worked with clients, attorneys, and social workers to investigate and resolve issues concerning involuntary confinement and treatmento Aided in legal research on an appellate brief submitted to the U. S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit (ruling granted in favor of our client) Faculty Research Assistant for Library Services, Bounds Law Library, March 1996 — June 1997 • Prepared research and teaching materials for law school faculty; worked 20 hours per week while matriculating 10 - 15 hours per semester) o Investigated copyright issues related to procuring and reproducing texts for academic useo Conducted legal research using WESTLAW, LEXIS and the InternetADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCEManufacturing Company (MC), Montgomery, AlabamaAdministrative Assistant and Cost Analyst, Materials Purchasing Department, April 1999 — September 2001 • Assisted materials buyers in negotiating and preparing commodities contracts between raw materials suppliers and MC for manufacturing plants in the US and Mexicoo Assisted Legal Department at MC's corporate headquarters with coordination and preparation of documents for litigationo Notified and educated suppliers about MC's freight - on - board policy and its corresponding Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) provisions; result was the reduction of freight claims for both the company and its supplierso Prepared contracts and purchase orders for raw materials and capital projects involving plant maintenanceo Solicited price quotations from current vendors and established Excel spreadsheet format which simplified quote submission process and allowed MC to track and compare usage volumes and costs over timeo Prepared and analyzed cost reports used by materials buyers and production planners in purchasing decisions, including cost reductions, materials consolidation, and selection of vendorso Acted as liaison between vendors and the Purchasing, Transportation and Accounting Departments on issues concerning inbound freight, commercial carriers, and payment terms for commodities, resulting in reductions in freight costs and greater payment discounts for raw materialso Established online databases and printed directories for the Purchasing Department, allowing buyers to have easier and faster access to current vendor informationo Completed Year 2000 (Y2K) compliance project, which involved data collection and communication with MC's past, present, and potential materials suppliers and service providersNot - For - Profit Organization, AlabamaAdministrative Assistant, Combined Federal Campaign, September 1998 — January 1999 • Aided Campaign Director with 1998 Federal Campaigns (CFCs) in City 1 and City 2, which together generated nearly $ 700,000 for more than 1,000 local, national and international charitieso Prepared weekly reports on donations using WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, Excel and dBase IVo Wrote script for Talent Showcase at City 1's 1998 CFC Kickoffo Assisted Director with merger of the City 1 and City 2 CFCs in 1999Regional Bank, AlabamaAdministrative Assistant, Year 2000 (Y2K) Department, March — June 1998 • Worked with Vice President of Corporate Projects on short - term project for the bank's Y2K Departmento Analyzed and processed data on Y2K readiness for all branches of Bank throughout the southeastern USo Organized meetings for personnel of Banko Communicated with vendors of computer hardware, software, and office equipment to request information on Y2K complianceo Prepared compliance files for Federal Reserve auditso Prepared in - house memoranda and reports using Microsoft Word and ExcelRecord / Music Promotion Company, AlabamaRecord Pool Co-Founder; Office Manager, September 1990 — December 1991 • Co-founded record pool to enhance promotion of music in Alabama and the southeastern USo Procured and distributed records from major and independent labels for club, radio and mobile disc jockeyso Coordinated jointly sponsored promotional events with record companies, radio stations and clubso Designed, wrote, and published bi-weekly reports and brochures to inform the music industry of the progress and popularity of music and performers in the region, with specific focus on the Alabama music sceneMajor University, AlabamaGraduate Research Assistant, AUM Department of Marketing, June 1989 — August 1990 • Worked 13 - 20 hours per week as a research assistant to Marketing faculty while carrying a full course load in the MBA programo Analyzed consumer surveys used in academic researcho Assisted Conference Chairperson with coordination for Atlantic Marketing Association (AMA) annual meeting (October 1989) o Co-authored five - year index and classification of AMA Proceedings (published Fall 1991) EDUCATIONLaw School, AlabamaJuris Doctor (JD), 1997 • Scholarshipso Seybourn H. Lynne Scholarship, 1996 - 97o Dexter C. Hobbs Memorial Scholarship, 1995 - 96o E. W. Godbey Memorial Scholarship, 1994 - 95 • Honorso Who's Who Among American Law School Students, 1996 - 94o Arthur Davis Shores Award, 1997 • Activitieso Frederick Douglass Moot Court Team Manager, 1996 - 97 Southern Regional Competition, Second Place National Competition, Eighth Placeo John A. Campbell Moot Court Competition, Spring 1996o Black Law Students Association Delegate, BLSA National Convention, 1997 Co-Chairperson, Public Relations Committee, 1996 - 97 Chairperson, Public Relations Committee, 1995 - 96 BLSA President's Award, 1996 and 1997o American Bar Association, 1996 - 97 Entertainment and Sports Industries Forum Intellectual Property Section Law Student Divisiono LAWS Student Group Leader, 1995 - 96Major University, AlabamaMaster of Business Administration (MBA), 1990Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.), 1988 (Major: Marketing — Advertising and Promotion Track) • Honorso Dean's List • Activitieso National Student Advertising Competition Team, 1988 - 90 Seventh District Competition: Third Place, 1990o Marketing Club, 1987 - 90 Vice President — Career Development, 1988 - 89o Public Relations / Advertising (PR / AD) Club, 1988 - 90 Charter Member, 1988 Active in fund - raising and membership driveso Theater Guild, 1988 - 90 Screening Committee, 1989REFERENCESAvailable upon request

Talk about these issues with contacts in industry / profession specific groups on LinkedIn, or your alumni or professional associations.

Consequently, every company you approach is engaged in challenges specific to its industry, and when you want to change your industry sector as part of a strategic career move, you and your resume should reflect an understanding of the new target industry's issues and challenges.

Whichever medium you use, the trick is to make sure you develop a great general knowledge of what is going on in the business world, as well as finding out about the specific issues and developments that are influencing your industry of choice.

• First - hand experience in developing travel itineraries for clients by determining their travel requirements and budget constraints • Highly skilled in booking complex multiple leg international itineraries by using preferred vendors • Exceptionally well - versed in arranging and coordinating travel schedules and ensuring that appropriate reservations are made • Proven record of efficiently arranging external services such as transportation and extended road travel • Deeply familiar with preparing customized itineraries to suit clients» specific preferences • Highly experienced in modifying existing bookings to suit changes in clients» circumstances and preferences • Qualified to use the Global Distribution System (GDS) to make and confirm bookings • Adept at researching popular holiday destinations and keeping updated about travel industry news • Proficient in using promotional techniques to sell itinerary tour packages to existing and new clients • Competent in handling unforeseen circumstances such as flight cancelations and delays and determining eligibility for money returns • Proven record of booking tickets and accommodation and securing rental transportation from third party vendors, both locally and internationally • Demonstrated expertise in resolving clients» issues in a bid to ensure repeat business from them

Senior Sales Engineer — Duties & Responsibilities Experienced manager with a background in telecommunications hardware and software Oversee product lifecycle including sales, configuration, installation, and customer support Design and implement staff development and recognition programs enhancing skills sets and morale Monitor team performance and streamline workflow to enhance overall efficiency Manage customer service operations for hardware and software related issues Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and timelines Consistently meet or exceed sales goals through effective team and project management tactics Conduct research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Collaborate with junior level sales people to develop action plans to govern their performance Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, and industry leaders Provide exceptional customer service resulting in client satisfaction and repeat business Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Program Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Maintain a strong technical knowledge of and passion for program mission, industry trends, and developments in field of independent living skills training Coordinate all logistical and organizational aspects of community, industry, and program - specific events, including schedules, donor functions, and other activities to support program goals Interact with program participants, staff members, and donors in a professional manner to improve the user experience and promote the development of quality giving and support relationships Act as a liaison between staff members, other members management, donors, and other interested parties to drive program growth and ensure long - term sustainability Perform needs - based issue and situational assessments to improve operational efficiency, cost reductions, and ensure participant satisfaction throughout the challenging learning process Present relevant information and instruction to program participants, providing thorough and effective explanation and demonstration to individuals of differing learning capacities Hire, supervise, and manage staff in a professional manner that drives efficiency, promotes safety, and utilizes each individual's strengths to the highest capacity to fulfill program mission Present relevant information and updates to program heads and stakeholders, including performance and giving reports Support leadership team to facilitate in efficient business and organizational operations, performing important administrative tasks and analytical assignments while addressing key issues

As the country's population ages, professionals in all industries must be aware of issues specific to working with elderly clients.