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Today, O'Hara serves on New Leaders» Policy Advisory Committee, and he has shared his perspectives with Obama Administration officials and as a TeachStrong Ambassador.

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She has served as an editor and collaborator on several books, including The Opposable Mind: How Successful Leaders Win Through Integrative Thinking and The Design of Business: Why Design Thinking is the New Competitive Advantage.

De Blasio had three nominees pending with the Senate to serve on the state - run authority, which manages transit — buses, subways, trains, bridges and tunnels — in New York City and surrounding areas including, Long Island: David Jones, a leader with the nonprofit Community Service Society who has advocated reduced transit fares for low - income New Yorkers; Manhattan Councilman Ydanis Rodriguez, who chairs the chamber's Transportation Committee; and Veronica Vanterpool, director of the Tri-State Transportation Campaign and a member of the MTA's «reinvention» commission.

Simon, who has served as Democratic District Leader and State Committeewoman with extensive experience on issues like Atlantic Yards and the Gowanus Expressway, scored the endorsement of the New York Times as well as NYC Public Advocate Letitia James, Comptroller Scott Stringer, Assemblymember Joan Millman, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand and many others.

Former New York State Senator Dean Skelos of Long Island was sentenced on Thursday to five years in prison and a $ 500,000 fine over corruption charges, while serving as majority leader.

«While serving in the New York State Senate, Terry Gipson proved to be a very effective leader, committed to women's equality, and focused on helping working families succeed,» said Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.

Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie says he still needs to consult with the other New York legislative leaders before he can set a date to vote on a replacement for former Attorney General Eric Schneiderman to serve out the remainder of the term, which ends December 31.

Ferrer is serving on the search committee along with two former MTA leaders — Joe Lhota and Tom Prendergast, as well as Partnership for New York City president Kathryn Wylde, real estate executive Scott Rechler, Transport Workers Union leader John Samuelsen, and former U.S. transportation secretary Rodney Slater.

«This was not an easy decision given magnitude of issues faced by our community, but I believe we are best served supporting other progressive leaders in this election both at home and across New York,» Miner wrote on Twitter.

«With Rowan Wilson's confirmation as the next Associate Judge on the New York State Court of Appeals, New York gains another supremely qualified and accomplished leader to serve on our state's highest court,» Cuomo said in a statement.

Then there was former Senate Majority Leader Malcolm Smith, a Queens Democrat who inexplicably tried to buy his way on to the Republican line for New York City mayor and instead is now serving seven years in prison.

«We will continue to focus on building organic and authentic relationships within the communities we serve and will be expanding our services to both millennial audiences and new markets, ensuring that we remain a leader in the niche dating industry.»

30 percent achieved a promotion within six months of starting the programme; all participants claim it has served to raise their visibility within the business community and they now benefit from the Women's Directorship Programme's network; thirty women executives have now been on the programme and are part of the alumni; the programme has been cited as best practice by the business leaders involved and has received coverage from The FT, International New York Times and Bloomberg; it is recognized by the 30 % Club London and Hong Kong as a transformative initiative.

He also served as a member Educator Leaders» Cadre for the State of New Jersey, representing administrators at PARCC (Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers) on the national level.

This paper, written for the Rural Opportunities Consortium of Idaho, offers policymakers and philanthropic leaders a set of recommendations to capitalize on the potential of technology to serve students: expand broadband access to schools lacking it, create an elite corps of proven teachers who would be made available to students across the state, and provide districts and schools with the flexibility to develop new models of staffing and technology and to achieve the most strategic combination of personnel, facilities, and technology.

Emil was also on the Advisory Committee on Teaching & Learning for Center Point Education Solutions and serves as a member of the steering committee, cohort developer and presenter for the New Jersey Leadership Academy and was named NJPSA Visionary Leader of the Year, Elementary Level Principal, in 2015.

Five nationally recognized leaders in education have agreed to serve on a new commission to advise New York City Schools Chancellor Nathan Quinones on urban - education issues, the city board of education has announcnew commission to advise New York City Schools Chancellor Nathan Quinones on urban - education issues, the city board of education has announcNew York City Schools Chancellor Nathan Quinones on urban - education issues, the city board of education has announced.

Teacher leaders will serve as advocates for the new standards in their respective science departments, consulting with colleagues on reframing lesson plans, answering questions about the new standards and ensuring the new standards receive the same attention as the Common Core.

The new directors join a prestigious group of education professionals on the NBPTS Board, including former Commissioner of the Kentucky Board of Education, Terry Holliday, who serves as chair, other accomplished teacher leaders, and the presidents of the American Federation of Teachers and the National Education Association.

The networks that have emerged over the past couple of years have moved beyond using a hashtag to categorize postings on specific subjects such as #earlyed, #ARTSed, or #PTchat, to serving as a new space for educators to share best instructional practices, encourage work - life balance, and inspire a new generation of school leaders.

The new leaders serving as panelists on this webinar will offer perspectives on their preservice principal preparation and ideas for creating ongoing systems of support.

This report provides a new resource for understanding the state of urban public schools in the U.S. Geared specifically toward city leaders who want to evaluate how well traditional district and charter schools are serving all their city's children and how their schools compare to those in other cities, the report measures outcomes for all public schools, based on test scores and non-test indicators, in 50 mid - and large - sized cities.

Philadelphia, PA — The members of the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) have elected a new president - elect, Christine Handy, principal of Gaithersburg High School in Gaithersburg, MD, and eight additional school leaders to serve on the 24 - member NASSP Board of Directors.

During her career, Dr. Wood - Garnett has also worked on teacher and principal evaluation systems in Washington state and New York, served as a district leader in the District of Columbia and Washington state, directed three technical assistance centers funded by the U.S. Department of Education, and taught graduate - level courses.

The Washington Post celebrated New Leader Maisha Riddlesprigger for large gains on PARCC testing at Ketcham Elementary School, which serves many high - need students.

New Leaders calls on states and districts to ensure that local implementation serves disadvantaged students as the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) is signed into law.

In Education Post, Chief Program Officer Jaime Aquino argues that more educators need to reflect the communities they serve, drawing on New Leaders» experience to show that we can diversify and strengthen our education workforce at the same time.

She has served as a teacher and school leader in public, private, and charter schools in New York City and on Long Island.

No matter which side you stand on, the promise of preparation for college is one that Ben Marcovitz, CEO of Collegiate Academies, and his school leaders and staff plan to keep to the students and families they serve within the city of New Orleans.

She provides technical assistance to state education agencies through the Center on Great Teachers and Leaders and recently served on the policy task force for 100Kin10, a network of more than 200 partner organizations working to support STEM educators and train 100,000 excellent new STEM teachers by 2021.

Thom has served three New Jersey Governors, including leading a budget task force of New Jersey business leaders established by Governor Richard Codey to streamline New Jersey's $ 30 billion budget and serving on the budget transition team for Governor Jon Corzine.

«The showcase serves as a reminder for school leaders to question previous practices, explore new offerings and keep an eye on future developments as technology capabilities enable educators to approach old challenges with new tools,» said Ann Flynn, NSBA's Director of Education Innovation.

If Piech, Winterkorn and the powerful union leader Bernd Osterloh fail to agree on a candidate, the group may be split into two separate units, one serving as roof for luxury and sports cars, the other one being the new home of the volume brands.

New Día brochure, webinars offered in January Two weeks to register for ALSC online courses ALSC, PLA offer Every Child Ready to Read webinar Updated Great Early Elementary Reads bibliography released ALSC's Great Websites for Kids relaunches with fresh new design ALSC online courses start January 16 ALA Youth Media Awards webcast available to 10,000 viewers Abrams named 2012 ALSC Emerging Leader ALSC releases new Dia website ALSC releases Children's Graphic Novel Core Collection More selections added to ALSC's Great Websites for Kids ALSC Morris Seminar applications now being accepted ALSC's «Children and Libraries» honored with writing award ALSC releases Fall 2011 online education schedule ALSC names Robina Button 2011 Spectrum Scholar ALSC offers Newbery / Caldecott Mock Elections digital download and webinar Miami (Ohio) University chosen as site for 2012 Arbuthnot Lecture More Great Websites for Kids from ALSC 2011 Spectrum Scholarship winners announced ALSC announces winners of Bound to Stay Bound, Melcher scholarships Every Child Ready to Read launches new Web site Belpre Award celebrates 15th anniversary with «Quinces» celebration at Annual Conference An updated guide to the Newbery and Caldecott awards ALSC offers webinar on family programming in a tough economy Día 101 webinar available for purchase from ALSC Advanced sales for Every Child Ready to Read ® toolkit begin Dr. Carolyn S. Brodie elected ALSC 2012 - 2013 president Five choices for ALSC spring online courses ALSC & PLA to offer Sneak Peek Webinar for Upcoming Every Child Ready to Read toolkit Día 2011 book list is now available Celebrating 15 years of children, cultures and books ALSC offers new round of spring webinars ALSC President's Program to discuss serving special needs, autism in the library The best programming ideas for building a culture of literacy through Día Book discount for Día 101 participants ALSC names 2011 Penguin Award winners Día publicity tools now available ALSC presents first - ever Día 101 webinar Register your Día event with ALSC ALSC tabs West Palm Beach as 2011 BWI Award winner ALSC invites host site applications for 2012 Arbuthnot Lecture with Peter Sís ALSC Recognizes Three Libraries with Bookapalooza Pat Mora to Celebrate Día's 15th Anniversary in Tucson ALSC Presents Biddeford (Maine) with 2011 Hayes Award Richmond (Calif.) PL Wins 2011 Light the Way Grant ALSC Names Carlson Distinguished Service Award Winner ALSC Awards Bechtel Fellowships to Penny, Kaplan Registration Open for 2011 Arbuthnot Lecture in St. Louis Registration Continues for ALSC Online Courses Newbery and Caldecott award winners speak out Clare Vanderpool, Erin E. Stead win Newbery, Caldecott Medals Peter Sís to deliver 2012 Arbuthnot Honor Lecture Batchelder Award honors Delacorte Press for «A Time of Miracles» Eric Velasquez, Pam Muñoz Ryan win Pura Belpré Awards Eric Velásquez y Pam Muñoz Ryan ganan premios «Pura Belpré» Paul R. Gagne and Melissa Reilly Ellard win 2011 Carnegie Medal for «The Curious Garden» Kate DiCamillo, Alison McGhee and Tony Fucile win Geisel Award for «Bink and Gollie» Listening Library wins 2011 Odyssey Award for «The True Meaning of Smekday» Sy Montgomery, Nic Bishop win 2011 Sibert Medal Author / Illustrator Tomie dePaola wins 2011 Wilder Award ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's Books ALSC Names 2011 Notable Children's Recordings ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's VidNew Día brochure, webinars offered in January Two weeks to register for ALSC online courses ALSC, PLA offer Every Child Ready to Read webinar Updated Great Early Elementary Reads bibliography released ALSC's Great Websites for Kids relaunches with fresh new design ALSC online courses start January 16 ALA Youth Media Awards webcast available to 10,000 viewers Abrams named 2012 ALSC Emerging Leader ALSC releases new Dia website ALSC releases Children's Graphic Novel Core Collection More selections added to ALSC's Great Websites for Kids ALSC Morris Seminar applications now being accepted ALSC's «Children and Libraries» honored with writing award ALSC releases Fall 2011 online education schedule ALSC names Robina Button 2011 Spectrum Scholar ALSC offers Newbery / Caldecott Mock Elections digital download and webinar Miami (Ohio) University chosen as site for 2012 Arbuthnot Lecture More Great Websites for Kids from ALSC 2011 Spectrum Scholarship winners announced ALSC announces winners of Bound to Stay Bound, Melcher scholarships Every Child Ready to Read launches new Web site Belpre Award celebrates 15th anniversary with «Quinces» celebration at Annual Conference An updated guide to the Newbery and Caldecott awards ALSC offers webinar on family programming in a tough economy Día 101 webinar available for purchase from ALSC Advanced sales for Every Child Ready to Read ® toolkit begin Dr. Carolyn S. Brodie elected ALSC 2012 - 2013 president Five choices for ALSC spring online courses ALSC & PLA to offer Sneak Peek Webinar for Upcoming Every Child Ready to Read toolkit Día 2011 book list is now available Celebrating 15 years of children, cultures and books ALSC offers new round of spring webinars ALSC President's Program to discuss serving special needs, autism in the library The best programming ideas for building a culture of literacy through Día Book discount for Día 101 participants ALSC names 2011 Penguin Award winners Día publicity tools now available ALSC presents first - ever Día 101 webinar Register your Día event with ALSC ALSC tabs West Palm Beach as 2011 BWI Award winner ALSC invites host site applications for 2012 Arbuthnot Lecture with Peter Sís ALSC Recognizes Three Libraries with Bookapalooza Pat Mora to Celebrate Día's 15th Anniversary in Tucson ALSC Presents Biddeford (Maine) with 2011 Hayes Award Richmond (Calif.) PL Wins 2011 Light the Way Grant ALSC Names Carlson Distinguished Service Award Winner ALSC Awards Bechtel Fellowships to Penny, Kaplan Registration Open for 2011 Arbuthnot Lecture in St. Louis Registration Continues for ALSC Online Courses Newbery and Caldecott award winners speak out Clare Vanderpool, Erin E. Stead win Newbery, Caldecott Medals Peter Sís to deliver 2012 Arbuthnot Honor Lecture Batchelder Award honors Delacorte Press for «A Time of Miracles» Eric Velasquez, Pam Muñoz Ryan win Pura Belpré Awards Eric Velásquez y Pam Muñoz Ryan ganan premios «Pura Belpré» Paul R. Gagne and Melissa Reilly Ellard win 2011 Carnegie Medal for «The Curious Garden» Kate DiCamillo, Alison McGhee and Tony Fucile win Geisel Award for «Bink and Gollie» Listening Library wins 2011 Odyssey Award for «The True Meaning of Smekday» Sy Montgomery, Nic Bishop win 2011 Sibert Medal Author / Illustrator Tomie dePaola wins 2011 Wilder Award ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's Books ALSC Names 2011 Notable Children's Recordings ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's Vidnew design ALSC online courses start January 16 ALA Youth Media Awards webcast available to 10,000 viewers Abrams named 2012 ALSC Emerging Leader ALSC releases new Dia website ALSC releases Children's Graphic Novel Core Collection More selections added to ALSC's Great Websites for Kids ALSC Morris Seminar applications now being accepted ALSC's «Children and Libraries» honored with writing award ALSC releases Fall 2011 online education schedule ALSC names Robina Button 2011 Spectrum Scholar ALSC offers Newbery / Caldecott Mock Elections digital download and webinar Miami (Ohio) University chosen as site for 2012 Arbuthnot Lecture More Great Websites for Kids from ALSC 2011 Spectrum Scholarship winners announced ALSC announces winners of Bound to Stay Bound, Melcher scholarships Every Child Ready to Read launches new Web site Belpre Award celebrates 15th anniversary with «Quinces» celebration at Annual Conference An updated guide to the Newbery and Caldecott awards ALSC offers webinar on family programming in a tough economy Día 101 webinar available for purchase from ALSC Advanced sales for Every Child Ready to Read ® toolkit begin Dr. Carolyn S. Brodie elected ALSC 2012 - 2013 president Five choices for ALSC spring online courses ALSC & PLA to offer Sneak Peek Webinar for Upcoming Every Child Ready to Read toolkit Día 2011 book list is now available Celebrating 15 years of children, cultures and books ALSC offers new round of spring webinars ALSC President's Program to discuss serving special needs, autism in the library The best programming ideas for building a culture of literacy through Día Book discount for Día 101 participants ALSC names 2011 Penguin Award winners Día publicity tools now available ALSC presents first - ever Día 101 webinar Register your Día event with ALSC ALSC tabs West Palm Beach as 2011 BWI Award winner ALSC invites host site applications for 2012 Arbuthnot Lecture with Peter Sís ALSC Recognizes Three Libraries with Bookapalooza Pat Mora to Celebrate Día's 15th Anniversary in Tucson ALSC Presents Biddeford (Maine) with 2011 Hayes Award Richmond (Calif.) PL Wins 2011 Light the Way Grant ALSC Names Carlson Distinguished Service Award Winner ALSC Awards Bechtel Fellowships to Penny, Kaplan Registration Open for 2011 Arbuthnot Lecture in St. Louis Registration Continues for ALSC Online Courses Newbery and Caldecott award winners speak out Clare Vanderpool, Erin E. Stead win Newbery, Caldecott Medals Peter Sís to deliver 2012 Arbuthnot Honor Lecture Batchelder Award honors Delacorte Press for «A Time of Miracles» Eric Velasquez, Pam Muñoz Ryan win Pura Belpré Awards Eric Velásquez y Pam Muñoz Ryan ganan premios «Pura Belpré» Paul R. Gagne and Melissa Reilly Ellard win 2011 Carnegie Medal for «The Curious Garden» Kate DiCamillo, Alison McGhee and Tony Fucile win Geisel Award for «Bink and Gollie» Listening Library wins 2011 Odyssey Award for «The True Meaning of Smekday» Sy Montgomery, Nic Bishop win 2011 Sibert Medal Author / Illustrator Tomie dePaola wins 2011 Wilder Award ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's Books ALSC Names 2011 Notable Children's Recordings ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's Vidnew Dia website ALSC releases Children's Graphic Novel Core Collection More selections added to ALSC's Great Websites for Kids ALSC Morris Seminar applications now being accepted ALSC's «Children and Libraries» honored with writing award ALSC releases Fall 2011 online education schedule ALSC names Robina Button 2011 Spectrum Scholar ALSC offers Newbery / Caldecott Mock Elections digital download and webinar Miami (Ohio) University chosen as site for 2012 Arbuthnot Lecture More Great Websites for Kids from ALSC 2011 Spectrum Scholarship winners announced ALSC announces winners of Bound to Stay Bound, Melcher scholarships Every Child Ready to Read launches new Web site Belpre Award celebrates 15th anniversary with «Quinces» celebration at Annual Conference An updated guide to the Newbery and Caldecott awards ALSC offers webinar on family programming in a tough economy Día 101 webinar available for purchase from ALSC Advanced sales for Every Child Ready to Read ® toolkit begin Dr. Carolyn S. Brodie elected ALSC 2012 - 2013 president Five choices for ALSC spring online courses ALSC & PLA to offer Sneak Peek Webinar for Upcoming Every Child Ready to Read toolkit Día 2011 book list is now available Celebrating 15 years of children, cultures and books ALSC offers new round of spring webinars ALSC President's Program to discuss serving special needs, autism in the library The best programming ideas for building a culture of literacy through Día Book discount for Día 101 participants ALSC names 2011 Penguin Award winners Día publicity tools now available ALSC presents first - ever Día 101 webinar Register your Día event with ALSC ALSC tabs West Palm Beach as 2011 BWI Award winner ALSC invites host site applications for 2012 Arbuthnot Lecture with Peter Sís ALSC Recognizes Three Libraries with Bookapalooza Pat Mora to Celebrate Día's 15th Anniversary in Tucson ALSC Presents Biddeford (Maine) with 2011 Hayes Award Richmond (Calif.) PL Wins 2011 Light the Way Grant ALSC Names Carlson Distinguished Service Award Winner ALSC Awards Bechtel Fellowships to Penny, Kaplan Registration Open for 2011 Arbuthnot Lecture in St. Louis Registration Continues for ALSC Online Courses Newbery and Caldecott award winners speak out Clare Vanderpool, Erin E. Stead win Newbery, Caldecott Medals Peter Sís to deliver 2012 Arbuthnot Honor Lecture Batchelder Award honors Delacorte Press for «A Time of Miracles» Eric Velasquez, Pam Muñoz Ryan win Pura Belpré Awards Eric Velásquez y Pam Muñoz Ryan ganan premios «Pura Belpré» Paul R. Gagne and Melissa Reilly Ellard win 2011 Carnegie Medal for «The Curious Garden» Kate DiCamillo, Alison McGhee and Tony Fucile win Geisel Award for «Bink and Gollie» Listening Library wins 2011 Odyssey Award for «The True Meaning of Smekday» Sy Montgomery, Nic Bishop win 2011 Sibert Medal Author / Illustrator Tomie dePaola wins 2011 Wilder Award ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's Books ALSC Names 2011 Notable Children's Recordings ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's Vidnew Web site Belpre Award celebrates 15th anniversary with «Quinces» celebration at Annual Conference An updated guide to the Newbery and Caldecott awards ALSC offers webinar on family programming in a tough economy Día 101 webinar available for purchase from ALSC Advanced sales for Every Child Ready to Read ® toolkit begin Dr. Carolyn S. Brodie elected ALSC 2012 - 2013 president Five choices for ALSC spring online courses ALSC & PLA to offer Sneak Peek Webinar for Upcoming Every Child Ready to Read toolkit Día 2011 book list is now available Celebrating 15 years of children, cultures and books ALSC offers new round of spring webinars ALSC President's Program to discuss serving special needs, autism in the library The best programming ideas for building a culture of literacy through Día Book discount for Día 101 participants ALSC names 2011 Penguin Award winners Día publicity tools now available ALSC presents first - ever Día 101 webinar Register your Día event with ALSC ALSC tabs West Palm Beach as 2011 BWI Award winner ALSC invites host site applications for 2012 Arbuthnot Lecture with Peter Sís ALSC Recognizes Three Libraries with Bookapalooza Pat Mora to Celebrate Día's 15th Anniversary in Tucson ALSC Presents Biddeford (Maine) with 2011 Hayes Award Richmond (Calif.) PL Wins 2011 Light the Way Grant ALSC Names Carlson Distinguished Service Award Winner ALSC Awards Bechtel Fellowships to Penny, Kaplan Registration Open for 2011 Arbuthnot Lecture in St. Louis Registration Continues for ALSC Online Courses Newbery and Caldecott award winners speak out Clare Vanderpool, Erin E. Stead win Newbery, Caldecott Medals Peter Sís to deliver 2012 Arbuthnot Honor Lecture Batchelder Award honors Delacorte Press for «A Time of Miracles» Eric Velasquez, Pam Muñoz Ryan win Pura Belpré Awards Eric Velásquez y Pam Muñoz Ryan ganan premios «Pura Belpré» Paul R. Gagne and Melissa Reilly Ellard win 2011 Carnegie Medal for «The Curious Garden» Kate DiCamillo, Alison McGhee and Tony Fucile win Geisel Award for «Bink and Gollie» Listening Library wins 2011 Odyssey Award for «The True Meaning of Smekday» Sy Montgomery, Nic Bishop win 2011 Sibert Medal Author / Illustrator Tomie dePaola wins 2011 Wilder Award ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's Books ALSC Names 2011 Notable Children's Recordings ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's Vidnew round of spring webinars ALSC President's Program to discuss serving special needs, autism in the library The best programming ideas for building a culture of literacy through Día Book discount for Día 101 participants ALSC names 2011 Penguin Award winners Día publicity tools now available ALSC presents first - ever Día 101 webinar Register your Día event with ALSC ALSC tabs West Palm Beach as 2011 BWI Award winner ALSC invites host site applications for 2012 Arbuthnot Lecture with Peter Sís ALSC Recognizes Three Libraries with Bookapalooza Pat Mora to Celebrate Día's 15th Anniversary in Tucson ALSC Presents Biddeford (Maine) with 2011 Hayes Award Richmond (Calif.) PL Wins 2011 Light the Way Grant ALSC Names Carlson Distinguished Service Award Winner ALSC Awards Bechtel Fellowships to Penny, Kaplan Registration Open for 2011 Arbuthnot Lecture in St. Louis Registration Continues for ALSC Online Courses Newbery and Caldecott award winners speak out Clare Vanderpool, Erin E. Stead win Newbery, Caldecott Medals Peter Sís to deliver 2012 Arbuthnot Honor Lecture Batchelder Award honors Delacorte Press for «A Time of Miracles» Eric Velasquez, Pam Muñoz Ryan win Pura Belpré Awards Eric Velásquez y Pam Muñoz Ryan ganan premios «Pura Belpré» Paul R. Gagne and Melissa Reilly Ellard win 2011 Carnegie Medal for «The Curious Garden» Kate DiCamillo, Alison McGhee and Tony Fucile win Geisel Award for «Bink and Gollie» Listening Library wins 2011 Odyssey Award for «The True Meaning of Smekday» Sy Montgomery, Nic Bishop win 2011 Sibert Medal Author / Illustrator Tomie dePaola wins 2011 Wilder Award ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's Books ALSC Names 2011 Notable Children's Recordings ALSC Announces 2011 Notable Children's Videos

New Providence, NJ October 10 2013 — ProQuest affiliate Bowker, the world's leader in bibliographic data management, is turning the heat up on its role as an essential partner in book discovery, providing solutions that help publishers, booksellers and libraries better serve their customers.

A prominent New York City arts leader who served as executive director and chief curator of the Studio Museum in Harlem (1977 - 1987) played a pivotal role in sustaining and advancing the museum when the city was on a downturn.

A civic leader and staunch supporter of education, women's issues and environmental concerns, among other causes, Ms. Gund is the former chair of the Mayor's Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission of New York City and has served on the boards of such wide - ranging organizations as the Aaron Diamond AIDS Research Center, the Frick, the Fund for Public Schools, and the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation.

Stites has lectured at universities and conferences such as Art Basel Conversations, Leaders in Software and Art, TEDx Stockholm, Moving Image Spotlight, PULSE Perspectives, the Kentucky Governor's School for the Arts, NewInc at the New Museum, and has served on juries including ArtPrize, PULSE Prize, and Moving Image New York.

In her inaugural statement, Lavin pledged support for affordable access to justice, and said the profession faced a «unique moment» with so many new leaders taking post, and should make the most of it to «think creatively» on how best to serve the public.

He is a Senior Visiting Fellow at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), and serves on a number of boards and committees, including the Australia Pro Bono Centre.In 2009, Ed was presented with an Australian Leadership Award, and in 2017, he was recognised as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum.From 2010 - 2016, Ed was chief executive of the Public Interest Advocacy Centre, a leading non-profit organisation that promotes human rights through strategic litigation, policy development and education.Ed was previously a Senior Lecturer at UNSW Law School, a research director at the Gilbert + Tobin Centre of Public Law and a solicitor in private practice.

A leader in efforts to modernize the legal system through efficiencies and new technologies, he has served on a wide variety of committees and councils, including the National Conference of Bankruptcy Clerks, the Clerks» Advisory Committee, the National Forms Modernization Committee, the United States Courts» Information Technology Advisory Committee, the Unified Communication Future Project, and the Director's Council for Automation Planning for the Judiciary.

Administrative Assistant — Duties & Responsibilities Provide office management and administrative support across a variety of industries and settings Train new team members ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Responsible for accounts payable / receivable, budgets, and other accounting functions Support sales, marketing, and customer service personnel ensuring effective operations Perform product research, verify specifications, and author sales / marketing proposals Manage product inventory, client database, order processing, and shipping Design and implement successful special events generating new customers and enhanced brand awareness Create and manage corporate helpdesk, information database, and policies and procedures for daily operation Negotiate contracts with vendors, contractors, and clients resulting in a financially favorable agreements Serve as liaison between multiple departments and senior leadership Manage corporate correspondence and reception duties including written, telephone, and in - person service Develop and strengthen relationships with clients, partners, and community leaders Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Organize conference calls, meetings, and corporate travel arrangements Create a clean, friendly, and productive office atmosphere Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Professional Duties & Responsibilities Recognized team leader who consistently improves company efficiency and efficacy Managed, trained, and reviewed junior staff offering guidance and best practices Provided excellent customer service resulting in significant repeat business Built strong, long - term relationships with clients, piers, and employers Generated significant new business through networking, referrals, and other tactics Offered administrative assistance to senior leadership as needed Handled phones, filing, financial software, and data entry Served as first point of company contact with the public Performed all duties in a professional, courteous, and positive manner Trained in business management, accounting, and related disciplines Highly motived and willing to take on new responsibilities in support of company mission Dedicated to personal and professional growth

Office Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Provide office management and administrative support across a variety of industries and settings Train new team members ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Manage marketing, sales, and customer service ensuring profitable and efficient operations Responsible for accounts payable / receivable, budgets, and other accounting functions Direct human resources including payroll, benefit administration, and talent recruitment Design and distribute marketing materials, corporate newsletters, and other collateral Cut company expenses by 40 % through effective inventory and order management procedures Negotiate contracts with vendors resulting in a 30 % reduction in expenses Serve as liaison between multiple departments and senior leadership Oversee large scale office renovation while ensuring zero productivity losses Manage corporate correspondence and reception duties including written, telephone, and in - person service Develop and strengthen relationships with clients, partners, and community leaders Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Organize special events, meetings, and corporate travel arrangements Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Consistently recognized and promoted for excellence in office management Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Sales Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Experienced manager with a background in sales, marketing, team training, and customer service 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 Design and implement comprehensive marketing campaigns and all collateral materials Enhance brand awareness among target demographics by 74.9 % resulting in increased revenue Spearhead creation and launch of internet sales initiatives Increase new business by 37 % through effective networking, in person sales, and cold calling Set company sales records by increasing sales from $ 200,000 to $ 11,000,000 Consistently recognized with company awards for excellence in management, sales, and service 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 Develop and lead training in customer service and sales best practices resulting in enhanced team skill sets Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, and community leaders Provide exceptional customer service resulting in client satisfaction and repeat business Serve on multiple strategic planning committees to guide business development initiatives Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Professional Experience Boston Scientific Corporation (St. Paul, MN) 2005 — Present Director, Manufacturing Information Systems • Direct cross-functional teams on development and support projects valued in excess of $ 32 million • Responsible for the implementation of manufacturing execution systems world - wide • Hire, train, supervise, and review project management team ensuring efficient and effective operations • Set and strictly enforce departmental budgets, workflows, action plan, and project deadlines • Develop and implement new technologies, systems, and processes to streamline manufacturing operations • Build and strengthen strategic relationships with business partners, contractors, and industry leaders • Launch enterprise - wide asset management (EAM) system in three countries and four manufacturing plants • Develop long range strategic plan for key manufacturing systems including Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) • Work in both matrix and functional environments and facilitate continuous improvement and adoption of best practices • Launch and maintain effective engagement and process alignment strategy among international customers • Successfully design and launch IS - wide employee training and development program • Design and implement 24 × 7 information technology help desk for manufacturing applications • Serve as director of the University of Minnesota intern recruitment program • Consistently recognized and promoted for excellence in project and personnel management

Directfit, Inc. (Cleveland, OH) 1999 — 2001 Vice President: Easter Region Sales • Directed operations, sales, and P&L for a $ 70 million IT solutions and staffing firm • Managed ten technology centers throughout the eastern region • Increased new accounts by 70 % through an aggressive business development plan • Served on Executive Team while turning a «brick and mortar» firm into an online leader • Negotiated a $ 5.5 million per year staffing contract setting a company revenue record

OnDisplay, Inc. (San Ramon, CA) 1/1997 — 1/1999 VP of Product Technology • Created and implemented strategic plan with regard to technology development, marketing, and sales • Built targeted, long - term relationships with industry leaders to enhance company positioning • Managed team of specialists focused on research and development of new and emerging technologies • Served as technology spokesperson for company and developed marketing and sales collateral

Administrative Assistant — Duties & Responsibilities Provide office management and administrative support across a variety of industries and settings Consistently promoted for excellence in both educational and for - profit industries Train new team members ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Manage large staffs of sales and customer service professionals, administrative personnel, and volunteers Oversee daily office administration and special events ensuring effective and efficient operations Author and present various departmental progress and accounting reports to senior leadership Manage accounts payable / receivable, budgets, and other accounting functions Support sales, marketing, and customer service personnel ensuring profitable operations Design and implement marketing and sales strategies resulting in significant company revenues Serve as liaison between multiple departments and senior leadership Manage corporate correspondence and reception duties including written, telephone, and in - person service Develop and strengthen relationships with clients, partners, and community leaders Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Organize conference calls, meetings, and travel arrangements Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Financial Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee multiple automotive corporate client portfolios, conduct risk analysis, and perform audits Direct corporate loan process and ensure that client collateral is sufficient in cases of default Investigate client credit rating and determine worthiness of consumer credit applications Recruit, train, and manage team of auditors and financial advisors ensuring professional operations Responsible for department budgets, project timelines, and team workflow Perform reviews to determine appropriate employee compensation, recognition, and disciplinary action Serve as a liaison between bank and clients, partners, outside vendors, and community leaders Present reports regarding audit findings, market trends, and client financial health to senior leadership 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 industry literature to become an expert on products and services Direct sales operations for 35 + car and recreational vehicle dealerships throughout New England Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Represent company brand with positivity, professionalism, and dedication Consistently recognized and promoted for excellence in management, service, and performance