CEN

"Linking Cornellians to Foster Career Success"

Past Events

	CEN Seattle	January 28, 2008
in partnership with Cornell Western Regional Office and Voyager Venture Capital present: Reflections on the Amazing and Ubiquitous Cell Phone featuring Dr. Irwin Jacobs '65, Chairman, QUALCOMM and Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year 1994. In Seattle on the evening of January 28th, 2008 in partnership with Voyager Capital we'll feature one of Cornell's most successful technology entrepreneurs. 75 tickets are available to Cornell alumni at $20. All proceeds will be returned to the CEN Program to subsidize alumni programming, Voyager Capital and its event partners have picked up the event as part of their Innovate Series. You may register now and we'll send full details as they become available. Previous Innovate Series events have been held at the Science Fiction Museum at EMP.
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	CEN Northern California	December 11, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: The Current State of Turbulent Markets; A Palo Alto Luncheon, featuring Ivan Brockman '90, Citigroup Global Markets Inc, Global Technology Investment Banking, Managing Director and lead banker for the VMWare IPO. Ivan Brockman is a Managing Director in the Technology Investment Banking Group at Citi, and currently heads the firm’s global investment banking efforts in the enterprise systems and software industries, and is also frequently involved in other large cap relationships with clients in other areas of technology and private equity. Selected technology companies with which Ivan has worked include Microsoft, IBM, Hewlett-Packard, Oracle, EMC, Intuit, BEA Systems, VMware, eBay, Sun Microsystems, Flextronics, Siebel, VERITAS, Aricent, SSA Global, Quest Software, Agilent, Sanmina-SCI, Solectron, Business Objects, Tibco, Documentum, Agile, GXS, Crystal Decisions, Real Networks, Ariba, i2 Technologies and Plumtree. In addition, Ivan has worked with leading technology financial sponsors Silver Lake Partners, Kohlberg Kravis & Roberts, Texas Pacific Group, General Atlantic Partners, Francisco Partners and Vector Capital. Previously, Ivan was a Vice President with Goldman, Sachs & Co. in the firm's Technology Media and Telecom Investment Banking Group, where he headed the firm's efforts in the software and EMS industries. Prior to Goldman Sachs, Ivan was with Lazard Freres & Co. in the firm's technology investment banking group, and also spent several years as an Associate at the law firm of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich and Rosati, where he worked directly with Larry Sonsini and executed numerous venture capital financings, equity offerings and mergers for companies in every sector of technology. Ivan received a BS with Distinction from Cornell University in 1990 and a JD from University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1994. Ivan is a former National Science Foundation fellow and a participant in the prestigious Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory program. Ivan lives in Menlo Park, California with his wife Lori, and his three children, Sara, Emma and Henry.
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	CEN Northern California	December 10, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: A San Francisco Luncheon, "Private Equity Growth Capital for Financial Technology" featuring Robert Huret '65, Partner, FTVentures and Trustee of Cornell University. FTVentures is a leading private equity firm in the business services and software sector that provides capital to growth companies to finance organic expansion, recapitalizations, build-ups and buyouts.
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	CEN Northern California	December 5, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: San Francisco Private Equity Luncheon featuring Taek Kwon '96, TPG Group, Operating Partner. At this small group luncheon, Taek Kwon '96 will over view Private Equity. What is it? How does it work? Why is it important today, increasingly more so, and how is it changing the business world? TPG has over $30B under management, with a target investment of $100M to $750M. Taek Kwon is an operating partner at TPG Growth, the growth equity and middle market investment fund of TPG. Taek focuses on investments in the consumer, media, travel, and Internet sectors in North America, South America, and Asia.
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	CEN Metro New York	December 3, 2007
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office presents: Technology Transfer, Entrepreneurship and Economic Development - A New Vision for Cornell featuring Alan Paau, MBA, PhD, Vice Provost for Technology Transfer & Economic Development, and Executive Director, Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC) Alumni often ask: what ultimately happens to the incredible technology that Cornell professors and graduate students invent? For some technologies, that answer is that it gets moved from the lab to the marketplace via The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC). CCTEC is charged with the responsibilities of promoting technology entrepreneurship and technology partnership with industry with an eye towards regional economic development. Turning results of Cornell research into beneficial products for the public and diversifying and strengthening regional economy are both important missions of the university.
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CEN Washington, D.C.

November 29, 2007

in partnership with the Middle Atlantic Regional Office and the Cornell Club of Washington, DC present:

"The Truth about Energy"
featuring Mark Mills, energy tech columnist for Forbes magazine and co-author of The Bottomless Well: The Twilight of Fuel, The Virtue of Waste, and Why We Will Never Run Out of Energy

After reading Mark Mills’ book, The Bottomless Well, Bill Gates said, “This is the only book I’ve ever seen that really explains energy, its history, and what it will be like going forward.” There may be no more polarizing, and politicized a technology pursuit than energy. Hundreds of billions are being invested in the pursuit of energy technologies, driven by a very broad spectrum of motives.

At this event, you'll hear from a seasoned veteran of the energy industry about what has – and has not – changed in energy domains since the last oil shock 25 years ago, and how the infrastructure of the digital age has altered the landscape of energy demand and supply. This is a can't-miss presentation for anyone who cares about energy prices, energy policy, or energy technologies.

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	CEN Northern California	November 16, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) and the President's Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) present: Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series, A View from the Physical Sciences featuring Barbara A. Jones, MS '85, PhD '88 IBM Almaden Research Center Head, Theoretical and Computational Physics. A note from Barbara regarding her presentation: The numbers of women in the physical sciences have been increasing over the years, steadily but relatively slowly. I will discuss various initiatives currently at the university, corporate, and professional society levels, and conclude with a personal assessment and an invitation to discussion. I will start with an overview of the goals and activities of the Committee on the Status of Women in Physics of the American Physical Society. I served on this committee for several years, including a year as vice chair and chair, and I will discuss the ways in which I believe this rather undersung committee has considerable importance in promoting women in physics. A key component of the committee's activities is the APS/IBM Research Program for Undergraduate Women, a joint program of IBM and the APS. Awardees receive a salaried summer internship at IBM Almaden, a mentor, a grant, and a chance to present their research at the end of the summer. We have been running this internship for six years now with considerable success, and I will provide a history and analysis of this program. Finally, I will discuss IBM's historically positive views on diversity as an imperative both for the research environment and for overall business success. I will leave time for discussion, comments and suggestions from the audience.
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	CEN Northern California	November 15, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Targeting the Largest US Population - Baby Boomers. They Spend, They're Online and They're More Than a Demographic: A San Francisco Luncheon featuring Robin Wolaner, '75, Founder & CEO Teebeedee, Inc. You'll learn how and why it's important for your business to pay special attention to this brand loyal group, why selling to boomers is fraught with peril (don't call them seniors!), and why everyone who thinks they know about boomers - are wrong. Robin was recently featured in both the New York Times and Business Week. Join TeeBeeDee (it's free) now and become a Founding Member - Founding Members help us shape the community as we're building and at the end of 2007, we'll be making a charitable donation in their honor.
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	CEN Northern California	November 13, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: A San Jose Luncheon, featuring Dan Baum MAR '87, Vice President, New Business Initiatives Adobe Systems, Inc. At this luncheon Dan will present Adobe’s New Business Initiatives & Entrepreneur-in-Residence program. This program fosters ongoing innovation at Adobe by creating new products and lines of businesses for the company. This program puts together small, fairly autonomous teams (including disciplines from engineering, marketing, product management, and business development) that are led by an Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) to develop a new product or business for Adobe. The program is similar to a venture funding model except that it operates inside the company rather than as an external startup. This would be an excellent event for you to attend if you have great ideas and hoping to make them work inside of a large technology company, or if you want to understand the way large companies think about innovation and product extensions.
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	CEN Metro New York	November 13, 2007
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office presents: “The Surgeon as Entrepreneur: How your physician stays in business despite endless HMO bureaucracy, sky-high liability insurance rates, and healthcare policy misfires,” featuring Dr. Alejandro Badia '85 It seems every day we see news items about the state of health care in the US. Eager presidential candidates, nervous business owners, thought-provoking movie producers, defensive insurance managers, and shortchanged patients all get their stories told. But we don’t get to hear as much from the key players in the tangled health care web: the physicians. At this event, you’ll hear what entrepreneurial physicians are doing to stay on top of their games in one of our country’s most imperfect industries. Whether you’re an investor in the health care field, an employer who offers health insurance, a voter who’s evaluating which candidate’s proposal to support, a medical professional or simply a patient, Dr. Badia’s presentation will make you think and probably change your mind about one aspect or another.
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	CEN Northern California	November 1, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV), and the Cornell Alumni Association of Northern California (CAANC) present: “Make Your Home an Energy-Efficient & Healthy Habitat” featuring Joseph Laquatra’74, MS ’82, PhD ’84, The Hazel E. Reed Human Ecology Extension Chair in Family Policy at Cornell University. What You'll Learn Professor Laquatra will provide insights on simple modifications to most homes that reduce energy costs by 40 percent. He will also discuss indoor air pollutants that are common in many homes. You'll learn what these pollutants are, their health effect, and how to prevent them from becoming problems in your home.
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	CEN Metro New York	October 30, 2007
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office presents: “The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel your Life, Work and Team with Positive Energy,” featuring best-selling author Jon Gordon '93 Ken Blanchard, Co-author of The One Minute Manager® and Leading at a Higher Level, says, ”Jon’s energy and advice will help you cultivate positive energy in everything you do - and you will make the world a better place for your having been here. Thanks, Jon, for pumping us up and making sure we get on the right bus." Organizations including The PGA Tour, The Jacksonville Jaguars, Bank of America, Chubb Insurance, Dial Corporation, GE, New York Life, The United Way and the Super Bowl Host Committee have all hired Jon Gordon to help overcome common life and work obstacles and bring out the best in themselves and their teams. At this seminar, you’ll learn: Best practices of the most positive and successful organizations and teams. A plan to enhance vision, focus, purpose and energy, as featured on CNN. A simple way to deal with negative people, a.k.a. “Energy Vampires,” in the workplace. Strategies to help leaders, sales executives and entrepreneurs stay positive and engaged when confronted with adversity, rejection and challenges. 10 tips to enjoy the ride of your life.
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	CEN Metro New York	October 29, 2007
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office present: The convergence of life science and lifestyle: where are the business opportunities? featuring William B. Rosenzweig '81, Managing Director, PHYSIC Ventures. What does it mean to be healthy? Your answer depends on whether you’re an individual, an insurance company, or a physician balancing what’s best for patients with ever-rising costs. Trends such as the aging population, the staggering increases in chronic diseases, and the omnipresence of health and medical information available over the Internet are all working together to create a new role for consumers as patients - and a powerful investing opportunity. Will Rosenzweig is the Managing Director of Physic Ventures, a San Francisco-based VC that provides capital and support to entrepreneurs who build science-based, consumer-directed health, wellness and sustainable living companies. Physic Ventures, a $125MM venture fund, “invests in keeping people healthy.”
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	CEN Boston	October 11, 2007
in partnership with the Northeast Regional Office and CCOB present: Dr. Dan Barry '75, former astronaut, past team member on CBS' Survivor Dan Barry is a former astronaut, past team member on CBS' Survivor: Panama — Exile Island, and an entrepreneur. His company, Denbar Robotics, builds robots primarily for the health care industry, including Neel, a robot that can identify individuals, avoid obstacles, turn on a dime, and accurately follow a person walking or rolling. At this event, Dan Barry will reveal what we can learn from creatures that adapt to unusual environments, using examples from nature and medicine. In the business world, organizations and industries that stop adapting lose vision and initiative, and eventually wither away; the same is true for employees and industries.
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	CEN Northern California	October 10, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) and the College of Architecture, Art, and Planning present: Creating Sustainable Work Places; Bishop Ranch and Beyond How is the work place changing? How can the workplace respond to and anticipate future technology needs? How can the making of the work place be sustainable? We are pleased to invite you to participate in a tour and see a presentation on the development of Bishop Ranch. The brainchild of Cornell alumnus Masud Mehran ’46 and his son, Alex Mehran, Bishop Ranch stands as one of America’s premier corporate locations. In the late 1970s, Masud Mehran, then President and CEO of Sunset Development Company, and his collaborators, saw an opportunity to create an innovative, progressive professional community in the San Ramon Valley. Construction began in the early 1980s, and Bishop Ranch now boasts 9 million square feet of office space, occupied by more than 300 companies and their 30,000 employees, providing its tenants with award-winning personalized management and infrastructure services. Bishop Ranch has been recognized for excellence in development, design, and transportation; it has earned numerous awards, including the EPA’s “Best Workplace for Commuters” award and the Urban Land Institute’s Award for Excellence. Along the way you'll hear an update on Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art and Planning from Dean Mohsen Mostafavi, and have an opportunity to to join in a discussion with some of the most significant contributors to new and evolving work environments. This panel features some of Cornell's most successful architects and business people; Alex Mehran, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sunset Development Company, Developers of Bishop Ranch Ken Derr '59, MBA '60, Chevron Inc, Retired, Chairman of the Board and CEO Arthur Gensler Jr '57, Gensler, Chairman of the Board & The 1995 Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year Julia S. Maser '55, AIA, Hoover Associates Architects. A designer for over 4,000,000 square feet of office space in Bishop Ranch, she is currently working on the San Ramon City Hall which will be located in the development. *Download the invitation here*
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	CEN Northern California	October 8, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Tour of AT&T Park + Lunch featuring Jason Pearl '91 Vice President of Corporate Sponsorship, San Francisco Giants. At this luncheon event we'll tour the park, have lunch, and meet Jason Pearl. Find out more about Jason Pearl's work from this recent article.
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	CEN Los Angeles	October 4, 2007
in partnership with the Cornell Club of Los Angeles and the Western Regional Office present: Airline & Airport Business Models featuring Tom Trenga '86, VP Revenue Management US Airways and Patrick Murray '89, Vice-President of Brand Portfolio and Concept Development, SSP-CHS. Airlines and Airports both can seem to defy all laws of practical economics at times. But when viewed from behind the curtains there is a method to what can seem like madness. The complex business of safely transporting millions of passengers is a daunting way to make money. At this event we'll feature two alumni who know just a little bit more than the average consumer about the way it all works. Tom is from the airline side where he manages the complex mix of product pricing and promotion to best yield their goal of profit and yours of having a satisfying experience. He will discuss a few key trends affecting airlines as well as give a brief explanation of why the man sitting next to you paid $200 less for his ticket. Pat works to build the airport concessions infrastructure. Believe it or not much of the price of that $4 water is going back to your local community who are incented to build restaurants and concessions you'll find appealing. Pat's job is to stock your airport with the brands that makes you go wow. Trenga joined US Airways merger partner America West Airlines in 1996 as a route planning and scheduling analyst. Throughout his tenure with America West he has served as director, Internet distribution, senior director, pricing and tariffs and senior director, yield management. Tom holds a master of business administration from Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tenn. and a bachelor of arts in economics from Cornell University, Ithaca, New York. Pat Murray '89 joined Copeland's of New Orleans in 1990. Copeland's is an upper-end casual dining restaurant based in New Orleans, with 60 operations in 13 states. There he worked his way up to Senior Vice-President of Operations. In 2005, he took on a new position as the Director of Concept Development for HMSHost. HMSHost is based in Bethesda, Maryland, and is the world leader in airport concessions. It operates in over 90 North American airports (including LAX) and over 200 airports worldwide. As of August 28, 2007, Pat has joined HMSHost Competitor, SSP-CHS, and has a new title of Vice-President of Brand Portfolio and Concept Development. He will be doing the same type of development, but for a new company.
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CEN Metro New York

October 4, 2007

in partnership with the Leland C. and Mary M. Pillsbury Insitute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship, and the Metropolitan New York Regional Office presents:

The Billionaire Who Wasn't, featuring Conor O'Clery

CEN is proud to host one of Ireland’s most revered reporters and authors, Conor O’Clery. Mr. O’Clery is visiting the US for just a few days and has graciously agreed to spend an evening with us to share what could be the most extraordinary entrepreneurial story that CEN has ever featured.

Mr. O’Clery devoted two years of his life researching and writing the biography of one of the world’s most generous and secretive billionaires, Chuck Feeney ’56. Mr. Feeney is a Hotel School graduate and co-founder of Duty Free Shoppers (DFS), the world’s largest duty-free retail chain. How Mr. Feeney built and sold DFS is a fantastic topic in and of itself. But the more amazing lessons come from what Mr. Feeney did with the billions he made and how he went about putting his wealth to good use.

Today, Chuck Feeney, who wears a $15 watch and travels coach, would be one of the wealthiest men in the world - except that he gave away his fortune to endow Atlantic Philanthropies. To date the foundation has made donations totaling $4 billion and will give away the remaining $4 billion over the next decade. Incredibly, nobody, not even his business partner, knew the extent of his generosity, as all his gifts were “anonymous.”

At this special CEN event, you’ll have the opportunity to hear Mr. Feeney’s trusted biographer and award-winning journalist Conor O’Clery talk about the secret life of one of the world’s most benevolent entrepreneurs. The book is called “The Billionaire Who Wasn’t: How Chuck Feeney Secretly Made and Gave Away a Fortune.”

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	CEN Northern California	October 2, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Start-up Leaders Private Dinner, facilitated by John Nesheim, MBA '67, CU Johnson School Faculty, Author; "The Power of Unfair Advantage" October Topic: What is the most demanding task you are spending time on as you seek to fulfill the full potential of your startup? This initial gathering of a new event for leaders of new enterprises is in a private setting exclusively for founders, CEOs and other leaders of startups. It is in response to those seeking a private venue to discretely discuss and learn from each other's experiences. First-timers and veterans are invited. The dinner discussion will be facilitated by John Nesheim, MBA '67, of The Nesheim Group, a veteran of Silicon Valley and author of the best seller High Tech Start Up. The subject for this initial meeting is "What is the most demanding task you are spending time on as you seek to fulfill the full potential of your startup?" Topics expected to be opened for discussion include recruiting tricks, facility rental deals, VC negotiations, sales traction, strategic partner deals, hard to manage employees, managing burn rate, even perhaps danger of missing payroll. Or, whatever else is on your mind. Learn from the best: Other Cornell startup CEOs and leaders.
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	CEN Northern California	September 27, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: New Technology & Business Models in the Wireless Industry featuring John Balen ENG '82, MBA '86, Canaan Partners, General Partner Anand Chandrasekher, '86, MENGR '87, MBA '88, Intel, Ultra Mobility Group, Senior Vice President & General Manager Intel has a wireless demo on youtube Irv Henderson MBA '98, Obopay, Inc., VP Product Management Prashant Kantak, MBA '98, Venture Investor and Advisor; 16 years at QUALCOMM in various technical and management positions; Started and led QUALCOMM Ventures globally for 6 years On September 27th we'll feature a major Cornell Silicon Valley event at our favorite location, The Computer History Museum. Spend all or part of the day with us, take a tour, watch industry elevator pitches, and take notes from our all-star main event panel. Feel free to attend all or any part of the day. Elevator Presentations include; Bill Catania '00 M-Dot, President M-Dot merges mobile and RFID technology to power its retail based consumer marketing platform, reducing the cost and elevating the effectiveness of store loyalty programs, coupons and in-store merchandising tactics. Mike Derby MBA '00, AvaLAN Wireless, CEO AvaLAN Wireless enables Ethernet connectivity in difficult environments Kent Ferguson '03 Telephia, Inc., Account Management - Mobile Content Telephia (now a Nielsen Company) is a market research company that exclusively covers the mobile space. Kent has a ton of data to share. Peter Friedland '95, Soleil Group, Managing Director & Senior Equity Research Analyst A perspective on the emerging market for location based services (LBS) for mobile phones Grier Graham MBA '98 Techdirt VP Sales & Business and Business Development Overview of Techdirt Insight Community (TIC), a pool of subject matter experts who collaborate online to provide insight and analysis into issues impacting the wireless industry. Companies can access the service via subscription in which the final research is shared among subscribers or they can use TIC for proprietary research into their own specific issues J. Jeffrey Hagan, Oppenheimer & Co. Inc, Managing Director, Co-Head of Technology Banking Communications IPO Analysis 1998 - 2006. Jeff is on the Board of Advisors of Celluride Wireless, CEO Kevin Halpern '99. Ken Kruszka '94, m-Via, Inc., CEO m-Via is the industry leader in Mobile Transactions Enablement. Through the pioneering MoTr™ suite of products, our turn-key solutions, and our professional services, m-Via gives your organization the ability to easily and quickly maximize your existing customer base and market through the power of Mobile Transactions. Quinn Li MBA '03, QUALCOMM Ventures, Senior Investment Manager Will overview QUALCOMM Ventures focus. John Lin '87, Wireless Glue Networks, CEO Delivering ZigBee Wireless Network Platforms for Enterprise Software Solutions Rex Sabio '90, SanDisk Corp., Strategic Marketing Manager, Mobile Consumer Solutions High capacity storage and content management solutions for the mobile market Dale Stolitzka '77 Analog Devices, Inc, Chief Architect New models for wireless high-definition audio-visual content distribution in the home and in commercial retail, why this model is relevant and what technical obstacles can be expected. Don Weigel CRP '89, deCarta, VP Corporate Development The key components enabling developers to build connected navigation, mobile, internet, and enterprise location services
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	CEN Northern California	September 25, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: A Silicon Valley Luncheon: "Business Development Toolkit for Startups" featuring Gary Orosy, MBA ’77 , Vice President of Business Development, M-Factor, Inc. Gary Orosy, MBA '77 , is currently VP of Business Development for a start up called M-Factor, Inc. The company provides an enterprise solution that allows marketers to plan their investments in advertising, promotion, sponsorships, et al. Since arriving nine months ago, Gary has opened discussions at the most senior levels with Procter & Gamble, Kraft, Unilever, Microsoft, Yahoo!, eBay, Google, General Motors, CVS/pharmacy, Safeway, Avery Dennison and over forty other Global 1000 companies. Gary will share his tools and techniques as they apply to start ups but any business development or marketing person will learn something useful in this session. He will cover online resources, creation of a repeatable sales model, developing and leveraging professional networks to penetrate accounts and get introductions to “C” level executives, breaking through gatekeepers, moving to the close and post sale account development.
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	CEN Metro New York	September 25, 2007
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office presents: 60 Minutes Producer Ira Rosen '76 presents: “Fear and Loathing in the World of News: A Savage Journey to the Heart of Network Journalism” Just how much influence does the pharmaceutical lobby have in Washington, D.C.? Why are there so many dead people on the government’s massive No-Fly Lists? Who’s overseeing the $50 billion that the US has paid to private contractors in Iraq? Ira Rosen and his team at CBS' "60 Minutes" ask these questions every Sunday Who decides when and how the general public should learn information like that? How does an anonymous tip here or a well-timed phone call there turn into an Emmy-winning news piece? Do journalists consider how much influence their choices about what to feature have on our economy? These are the questions Ira Rosen will answer for CEN NYC on September 25th *SOLD OUT* As of Thursday, 9/6, this event has sold out. If you bought tickets and cannot join us, please let us know ASAP so some of your fellow alumni can attend. To be put on the wait list, please email KC42@cornell.edu
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	CEN Northern California	September 20, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series, featuring Joe Dobrenski '90, Partner, Sequoia Capital. A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. The Thursday, September 20th, 2007 event features Joe Dobrenski '90, Partner, Sequoia Capital.
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	CEN Northern California	September 17, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Brand Experience Design; a San Francisco Luncheon featuring Adam Kleinberg '92, CEO, Traction, a San Francisco creative agency that designs brand experiences. The onslaught of new media vehicles the brand marketer must contend with is never-ending: online, offline, mobile, experiential, social networks, buzz... There is a new breed of consumer who experiences your brand through all these channels, and it is now imperative to ensure that the tactics in a marketer's toolkit work together cohesively. Adam Kleinberg has worked with companies like Bank of America, Apple, Virgin Mobile and Wal-Mart to plan and execute marketing strategies that focus on the customer experience. He will discuss his company's unique approach to brand experience design, and illustrate how Traction and other successful marketers are creating integrated brand experiences to build connections with consumers.
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	CEN Northern California	September 6, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) and Cornell Computing and Information Science present: Three questions you should know the answers to for the future... How do fads and trends spread through friendship networks on-line? (i.e. YouTube, MySpace and Friendster) What will happen when really big mission-critical systems begin to bust at the seams? How vulnerable are we as private citizens? (i.e. the New York Stock Exchange going down) Automobiles driving themselves in an urban environment – Is it possible? We are all familiar with who the titans are within the technology industry, but did you ever wonder who taught and influenced our greatest technology minds? How do these folks think, and what's on their minds? Where do they see the technology industry heading? Why should social networking become part of a company's on-line strategy? What motivates these individuals to give away all their knowledge on a daily basis? Here's your opportunity to learn from the leading scientists within the faculty of Computing and Information Science. Only this time, there is no exam at the end. Featuring faculty of Computing and Information Science at Cornell University Dean Robert Constable Ken Birman Daniel Huttenlocher Juris Hartmanis
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	CEN Northern California	July 25, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV), the Cornell Alumni Association of Northern California (CAANC) and the Western Regional Office present: Palo Alto Summer Intern/Alumni Gathering Save the date! On Wednesday, July 25th in Palo Alto we will gather our summer interns and alumni for a special event. Free for interns and $10 for alumni. The event will begin with a reception at 6pm followed by presentations by interns at 7pm concluding by 8:30pm. Student Intern Presenters Include: Alex Ainslie, '10 Google Jerry Shih, '08 Morgan Stanley Kenneth Ko, '06 Strategic Management Solutions (owned by Cornelian Chris Fry, ORIE '95) Zach Lipton,'10 Mozilla Amit Shah, '08 eBay Vinay Chandran, MBA '08 Visa Ian Colahan, MEng Fall '07 Alter-G Suman Sundarsh '09, McAfee Thomas Chen MEng, Fall 2007, Cisco Systems Youna Kim, MBA '08 SAP Benjamin Cole, '10 Google Toni Ivanov, '07 Numenta, Inc.
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	CEN Northern California	July 24, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV), the Cornell Alumni Association of Northern California (CAANC) and the Western Regional Office present: San Francisco Summer Intern/Alumni Gathering Save the date! On Tuesday, July 24th in San Francisco we will gather our summer interns and alumni for a special event. Free for interns and $10 for alumni. The event will begin with a reception at 6pm followed by presentations by interns at 7pm concluding by 8:30pm. Student Intern Presenters Include: Mia/Junghae Lee MBA '08, The North Face, VF Corporation Hannah Schlesinger '08, Wells Fargo Ray Mathew '09, Barclays Global Investors George Lee MBA '08, Barclays Global Investors Edgar Arvizu MBA '08, Visa (Venture Capital) Peter O'Brien MBA '08, CoolEarth Solar June Yook '08, Toll Brothers Inc. Aaron Davis '04, Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP Adrienne Martinez MBA '08, CAlPERS Investment Office Sumit Mittal MBA '08, The Kerton Group and Skills Bazaar Tuesday, July 24th, 2007 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM 6:00 PM Reception 7:00 PM Presentations by interns 8:30 PM Conclusion Cost: Free for interns and $10 for alumni Alumni Please use the "register" link below to sign-up for the event and pay $10. Students Please email mpr13@cornell.edu to register for free. Location: Hanson, Bridgett, Marcus, Vlahos & Rudy, LLP 425 Market Street, Suite 2600, Conference Rooms Golden Gate I and II San Francisco, CA 94105 Tel: 415-777-3200
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	CEN Northern California	July 12, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Technology Transfer, Entrepreneurship and Economic Development - A New Vision for Cornell featuring Alan Paau, MBA, PhD, Vice Provost for Technology Transfer & Economic Development, and Executive Director, Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC) The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC) is charged with the responsibilities of promoting technology entrepreneurship and technology partnership with industry with an eye towards regional economic development. Turning results of Cornell research into beneficial products for the public and diversifying and strengthening regional economy are both important missions of the university. Alan Paau, who recently joined Cornell from the University of California San Diego to take the helm of CCTEC, will share his vision for CCTEC and Cornell's technology transfer program. UCSD's Alan Paau named to lead technology transfer and economic development at Cornell
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	CEN Northern California	June 29, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel your Life, Work and Team with Positive Energy. featuring Jon Gordon '93, www.jongordon.com "If you want to fuel your family, your career, your team, and your organization with spirit, read this book. Jon’s energy and advice will leap off the page and help you cultivate positive energy in everything you do and you will make the world a better place for your having been here. Thanks, Jon, for pumping us up and making sure we get on the right bus." - Ken Blanchard, Co-author of The One Minute Manager® and Leading at a Higher Level Jon is a leading authority on developing positive, engaged people, leaders, businesses, schools and teams. He is the author of several books, including The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel your Life, Work and Team with Positive Energy. His proven solutions are being put to use by executives, athletes, moms and dads, artists, teachers and numerous organizations throughout the globe. As a professional speaker and consultant, Jon has infused energy into organizations such as The PGA Tour, The Jacksonville Jaguars, Wachovia Bank, Chubb Insurance, Cingular Wireless, GE, State Farm Insurance, The United Way and the Jacksonville Super Bowl Host Committee. Jon has been featured in numerous television shows, magazines and newspapers including CNN’s American Morning, NBC’s Today Show, Men’s Health, Forbes and Positive Thinking. He is also the co-founder of PEP-The Positive Energy Program, a nonprofit 501c3 organization which creates and funds programs that develop healthy, positive children around the world.Jon’s website, www.JonGordon.com, and free weekly newsletter serve as an online resource for people looking to enhance their positive energy. Jon is a graduate of Cornell University and holds a Masters in teaching from Emory University. He lives in Northeast Florida with his wife and two “high energy” children.
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	CEN Northern California	June 28, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: You, Inc. - Beyond Your Career: How to Uncover your Life Purpose and Infuse it with Passion, Energy and Joy! featuring Rachael Collins '86, the President and Founder of FuturesQuest. We all deal with it – juggling professional obligations, personal needs and social responsibility. So often we get caught up expending most of our energy for our ‘career’. Sometimes it seems like there’s just no time for YOU. NEWSFLASH: Life is a journey, and Career is not a destination, but a stepping stone in your journey. Focus, productivity, happiness and results are all easier to achieve when you FLOW with your life force instead of burning it up by focusing on one thing. Fulfilling and balancing the integrated needs of your body is required to effectively run the (ad)venture called your LIFE. Where are you in your journey and what possibilities lie ahead? Come learn from organizational psychologist and energy expert Rachael Collins how to elicit the best from yourself and create the life of your dreams. Prepare to laugh, maybe cry, but most of all – dare yourself to be your best. Bring a statement of your life purpose (as you think it is today) and be prepared for how it may transform before your very eyes! Bring a problem you’ve been wrestling with and prepare to find new solutions.
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	CEN Seattle	June 27, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Western Regional Office present: Seattle Venture Capital Luncheon, featuring William B. Rosenzweig '81, Managing Director, PHYSIC Ventures. Physic Ventures, based in San Francisco, provides capital and support to entrepreneurs focused on building exceptional science-based, consumer-directed health, wellness and sustainable living companies. Our strategy is to capitalize on major economic, social and political trends shaping the healthcare landscape, including the rapid migration toward the adoption of a consumer-driven, prevention-oriented "self-care" paradigm.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	June 20, 2007
in partnership with the Cornell Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship, the Middle Atlantic Regional Office and the Cornell Club of Washington, DC present: "The Power of Personal Service" featuring Barbara M Talbott, Ph.D. , Executive Vice President, Marketing, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. The innovative definition of luxury developed over the past 45 years by Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is based on service excellence, melded with top-notch facilities and operations. Four Seasons began by focusing on what was then a small segment of the market - the affluent frequent traveler - and in the process, built a global luxury brand. As the experience of Four Seasons demonstrates, personal service can be a source of superior profitability, reputation and growth. Four Seasons success depends on choosing employees who provide service that is genuine and innovative, on developing standards that are both meaningful and flexible, and on maintaining a culture that makes delivery of both possible. This event is being produced in partnership with: Click here for more information on the Cornell Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship.
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	CEN Northern California	June 6, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: San Francisco Venture Capital Luncheon Series, featuring William B. Rosenzweig '81, Managing Director, PHYSIC Ventures A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty five attendees. The Friday, June 6, 2007 event features William B. Rosenzweig, '81, Managing Director, PHYSIC Ventures Remember Will Rosenzweig '81, our keynote for the The Coming Revolution in Health and Wellness? He's taken up a new challenge as Managing Director of PHYSIC Ventures Physic Ventures, based in San Francisco, provides capital and support to entrepreneurs focused on building exceptional science-based, consumer-directed health, wellness and sustainable living companies. Our strategy is to capitalize on major economic, social and political trends shaping the healthcare landscape, including the rapid migration toward the adoption of a consumer-driven, prevention-oriented "self-care" paradigm. On June 6th we're going to feature him, with food from Sellers Markets at New Resource Bank. New Resource Bank is a commercial bank in San Francisco that is setting a new standard in customer service while financing efficient and sustainable resources in its community. Our May 11th VC luncheon sold out in a little over 24 hours. I am sorry in advance to disappoint all those that will be turned away but I can only fit 25. After the event sells out at the link below please email me at shm4@cornell.edu if you like to join the wait list.
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CEN Los Angeles

May 16, 2007

in partnership with the Cornell Club of Los Angeles and the Western Regional Office present:

"Brand Building Through the Media"
with Former CNN & NBC News Correspondent Farland Chang '84, MS '85

PLEASE NOTE, This event has been moved from April 16th to May 16th.

In business, we all have a message to deliver and an audience to reach. But what is the most credible, compelling and colorful approach? Having a great story to tell! If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a story is worth a thousand pictures.

From east to west, many top brand names in their early days got off the ground thanks to the power of publicity and word-of-mouth – with virtually no advertising at all.

Consider Google, Apple, eBay, YouTube, Craigslist, Pokemon, Harry Potter, Viagra, Starbucks, Blackberry,The Body Shop, Palm, Red Bull, Amazon, Yahoo! even Wal-Mart and Microsoft.

And from China, look at the success of homegrown brands such as Alibaba, taobao, sohu, baidu, and sina.

Good publicity helps brand names win hearts and minds. That’s because positive media coverage represents credible, third party endorsements. Favorable reviews from trusted sources builds reputations – while follow-up advertising reinforces those reputations. As marketing guru Al Ries notes, Publicity first, Advertising second.

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	CEN Boston	May 14, 2007
in partnership with the Northeast Regional Office and CCOB present: Is Venture Capital Dead? featuring Kenneth A. Goldman '71, Former Senior Vice President Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer, Siebel Systems, Inc. Note, this event has been rescheduled from May 10th to May 14th So you work in a large, resourced company and you're forced to compete with smaller, more nimble entrepreneurs. Or you’re a sleepless, Starbucks-as-an-office, David, gunning for Goliath's market share. Either way, whether you know it or not, you are slave to the capital markets. All businesses, and especially technology businesses, depend on the market for capital. At this event we'll help you translate finance mumbo jumbo into clear rationale for action the next morning. Ken Goldman is a rare blend of technology veteran and Wall Street warrior. Ken sits on the boards of one company that just went public, and two that have filed their S-1s, and was CFO of several valley companies including Siebel, which was acquired by Oracle for almost four times what Google paid for youtube! You can read the Wall Street Journal, and Economist, and borrow your friend’s access to Venture Wire, but it’s doubtful you'll gain as much real world advice as an hour with Ken. Will returns in venture capital quickly be overshadowed by private equity? Why does that matter anyway? What does it take to go public? be acquired? Why am I slave to venture capital and private equity? Find out on May 14th! About Kenneth A. Goldman '71 From August 2000 through January 2006, Mr. Goldman served as Senior Vice President, Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer of Siebel Systems, Inc., a supplier of customer software solutions and services that was recently acquired by Oracle Corporation. Mr. Goldman was a member of the Financial Accounting Standards Advisory Council from December 1999 to December 2003. Mr. Goldman is a member of the board of directors of Leadis Technology Inc. and a member of the board of trustees of Cornell University.
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	CEN Northern California	May 11, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Venture Capital Luncheon Series, featuring Bart Schachter '87, Managing Director, Blueprint Ventures . This event is now sold out (over a weekend no less!) we'll hope to book another VC luncheon for June. A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. The Friday, May 11, 2007 event features Bart Schachter '87, Managing Director, Blueprint Ventures .
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	CEN Northern California	May 2, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) and the Western Regional Office present: "Why Race Impacts Educational Attainment: What Can We Do About It?" Featuring David Harris, Cornell's Vice Provost for the Social Sciences and the Robert S. Harrison Executive Director for the Institute for Social Sciences. Participate in a persuasive discussion on the critical role that the social sciences play at Cornell University ( http://www.socialsciences.cornell.edu). Hear insights from David's work on race and differences in educational attainment influencing the world around us. The discussion will address social networks, culture, economic resources and other important factors that impact the success of students at Cornell and other selective institutions. David has broad research interests in race and ethnicity, social stratification, social identity, and public policy. His research applies theories from sociology, economics, and psychology to such issues as the determinants of racial identity among African Americans, the new Census definitions of race, social isolation among the inner-city poor, and the racial and nonracial determinants of white residential mobility. David has published his work in sociology journals, as well as in public policy outlets, and major national newspapers.
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	CEN Northern California	April 27, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) and the President's Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) present: Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series, "Perceived Reality and Changing Reality" featuring Cindy Goral MS '85 Vice President, The Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology Cornell Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series is a forum for Cornell's women executives and leaders working in technology and science to develop further connections with each other and Cornell. Has the percentage of women in technology has increased in the last 20 years? Are most of the jobs in information technology and computer science in the U.S. disappearing? Are the barriers to advancement different for men and women? What can we do about it? Cindy will talk about these trends and issues.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	April 12, 2007
in partnership with Computing and Information Science (CIS), the Middle Atlantic Regional Office and the Cornell Club of Washington, DC present: Cary Sherman ‘68, President, Recording Industry Association of America. Cary Sherman is the president of the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The trade group's more than 350 member companies are responsible for creating, manufacturing, or distributing 90 percent of all legitimate sound recordings sold in the United States. As the president, Mr. Sherman represents the interests of the $12 billion U.S. sound recording industry - the largest market for prerecorded music in the world. He coordinates the industry's legal, policy and business objectives and his responsibilities include technology, licensing, enforcement, and government affairs issues, among others. He also serves as the General Counsel of the organization. National Journal has described Mr. Sherman as an "intellectual property guru" and "one of the top copyright attorneys in the country."
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	CEN Metro New York	April 11, 2007
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office present: Robert Toll ’63, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer , Toll Brothers Inc. and Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year 2005. Robert I. Toll is chairman and chief executive officer of Toll Brothers Inc., a Fortune 500 company and the leading builder of luxury homes in the United States. Toll Brothers, founded in 1967, develops luxury residential communities in 20 states throughout the nation. The company is in the Fortune 500 this year, ranking 36th among all companies in 10-year earnings per share growth; and the Company’s total return to investors ranked 20th for the ten-year period from 1994 to 2004, within the Fortune 500. Toll was named one of Barron’s Top 30 CEOs worldwide in 2005, when the publication recognized him as the “the undisputed king of high-end housing.” Toll also was named CEO of the Year by Builder Magazine in 2005.
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	CEN Seattle	April 10, 2007
in partnership with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, the Cornell Club of Western Washington and the Western Regional Office present: "Gaming for the Masses - How Nintendo is Making Video Gaming Mainstream" featuring Reginald Fils-Aime ALS'83 , President/CEO, Nintendo of America, Inc. Note to Press: The primary purpose of this event is alumni networking. This event is not intended for press coverage.
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	CEN Boston	April 10, 2007
in partnership with the Northeast Regional Office and CCOB present: “US Diplomacy through Communications – TV, Radio & Internet” featuring Steve Simmons ‘68, Chairman/CEO, Patriot Media & Communications CNJ, LLC (“Patriot”). Steve Simmons is Chairman and CEO of Patriot Media & Communications CNJ, LLC (“Patriot”). Patriot owns the cable system in New Jersey that serves Princeton and 29 towns to the north. Over 80,000 subscribers receive television, internet access, digital phone and other services in one of the most advanced cable systems in the US. Simmons’ first company in the cable industry, Simmons Communications, was formed in 1982. The company grew to serving approximately 350,000 subscribers in 20 states from 55 offices. The company won numerous awards, including four Ace awards for programming with local community groups. A Long Beach system purchased by Simmons in 1985 was one of the industry’s outstanding turnaround success stories. In an unusual move, upon the sale of the system in 1992 the Mayor of Long Beach cited Simmons for “dedication to fine customer service, high technical standards, extensive community involvement, and overall professionalism recognized nationwide”. Steve was elected to the National Cable Television Association’s Board of Directors on which he served for several years, and was elected a Cable TV Pioneer. He chairs the Cable Entrepreneur’s Club, a group of 23 former and present cable company Chairmen and CEO’s. In 2006 he was awarded the Independent Cable Operator of the Year Award for his management and operations success with Patriot Media.
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	CEN Northern California	April 5, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley and the Cornell Law School present: "Avoiding, Managing and Resolving Business Related Conflict" - domestic and international - expeditiously and affordably featuring Bob Wrede '61, JD '69, Attorney, Russ August & Kabat This event is sold out. Please join the wait list with an email to shm4@cornell.edu Bob Wrede speaks as a practicing trial lawyer and law professor with 40 years of experience in dealing with commercial conflict. He has a BA and JD from Cornell and an LL.M. from the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine, where he is also an adjunct professor. He has been a visiting lecturer on the topic of effectively dealing with international commercial conflict at the Cornell Law School as part of its Berger International Legal Studies Program and as addressed at a number of professional groups including the Southern California Mediation Association, the California CPA Education Foundation and the Woodbury College MBA program, among others. Bob has specialized for four decades in the mediation, arbitration and litigation of a broad range of complex domestic and international commercial disputes and has been an adjunct professor of law at Pepperdine Law School for over 15 years. He teaches trial practice, arbitration and legal process at the law school, Seaver College and the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, as well as pursuing an active practice as a commercial trial lawyer, mediator, and arbitrator. Download Bob's .ppt presentation
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	CEN Metro New York	March 1, 2007
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office present: "Leading and Marketing a Global Retail Brand" featuring James A. Goldman MBA '85, President, Godiva Chocolatier Worldwide Jim Goldman was appointed President – Godiva Chocolatier Worldwide on March 15, 2004. Jim is responsible for driving Godiva’s global growth agenda and strengthening the company’s positioning as a world recognized luxury brand. Prior to his appointment at Godiva, Jim was president of Campbell Food and Beverages, U.S. and Latin America. Jim joined Campbell from Nabisco, where he served as President of the Life Savers Candy Company. He held several North American leadership positions at Nabisco between 1992-2000. He is also a veteran of General Mills and has worked at McKinsey and Company as a strategic consultant to consumer products companies.
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	CEN Northern California	February 11, 2007
in partnership with CSV, Entrepreneurship@Cornell , and CAANC present: "Entrepreneurship in China: The 2007 Annual New Year's Entrepreneurship Event" Celebrate Cornell’s commitment to China. Two faculty speakers, two alumni speakers, 20 hosted networking topics at dinner—and if that’s not enough, you can attend an optional two-hour workshop on brand building through the media. *Download the invitation here* Sunday, February 11th, 2007 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM Schedule: 2:00 PM - Optional Seminar on Brand Building through the Media With Former CNN & NBC News Correspondent Farland Chang ‘84, MS ‘85. Click here for additional information. The seminar is a free component to the rest of the event, simply register for the main event and show-up. Please plan to attend the entire seminar from 2-4PM or arrive later for the general event so as not to interrupt the seminar. It is ok however to arrive during any part or leave during any part of the general event starting at 4PM. 4:00 PM - Seminar concludes/doors open for main event 4:30 PM - Contemporary Entrepreneurial Lessons From the Chinese Epic Classic: Romance of the Three Kingdoms John Nesheim MBA ‘67, Faculty, Cornell University, Author of The Power of Unfair Advantage: How to Create It, Build It, and Use It to Maximum Effect *Download John's Presentation Here * 5:00 PM - Opportunities for Investment in Green Technology in China’s Infrastructure and Other Development Kevin Haroff ‘77, MBA ‘81, JD ‘81, Partner, Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP. Download Kevin's .ppt presentation here 5:30 PM - Buffet networking dinner featuring a choice of 20 hosted networking topics (see below for the topics and a menu) 7:00 PM - Farland Chang ‘84, MS ‘85, Emmy Award winning former CNN/NBC News Correspondent in Asia and the US, now Executive Producer of WorldBizWatch 7:30 PM - Rising China as 'Stakeholder': Three Challenges Facing Sino-American Relations featuring Chen Jian, Faculty, Cornell’s China and Asia-Pacific Studies (CAPS). Information on (CAPS) program can be found on their website or in the 12.10.06 CAPS Newsletter. Cost: $50 Any part or all of program, Includes Buffet Dinner Location: Computer History Museum 1401 N. Shoreline Blvd. Mountain View, CA 94043 Tel: (650) 810-1010 Directions:Click Here *Additional Information on Dinner* Large events can be daunting. Who should you sit with? Talk to? Who can help move your goals forward? The following alumni will help you meet people you'll find interesting. Media, Marketing & Branding - from East to West Farland Chang, '84, Executive Producer WorldBizWatch Networking for newcomers to China, Jennifer Chang, 07', is a seasoned technology and consulting professional interested to welcome anyone to share their experiences working with in China and rest of Asia. Myths and Truths about doing business in China; Susan Chen '91, Vice President Business Development, Yahoo! Cornell Asian Alumni Association Networking Michael Chiu '66, Cornell Trustee Emeritus, Chairman And President Prima Hotels Global Vision, Global Reach: Focus on China Michele Ehlers ‘82, Co-Founder and Lead Visionary of Global Leadership Network, explores the heart of leadership across language and culture barriers. Accessing her experiences representing Cornell University teaching at the Academy of Sciences Graduate School in Beijing, and working with Chinese government officials in training programs in Leadership, Michele explores what it takes to bring a global vision to reality in China and around the world. How to Win in the Employee Benefit Game & Choosing Appropriate Benefits Rainey Hancock MBA '64, The Hancock Agency, Owner Kevin Haroff ‘77, MBA ‘81, JD ‘81, Partner, Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP will continue the discussion on China's Role in the Global Climate started with his presentation. Generating Electricity from Industrial Waste Take a look at this picture John Kearney '79, Chief Design Engineer, Cooler Power Inc. will discuss their electrical generator that runs on low temperature (220-300 degrees F) waste heat. They have a 150Kw production machine running in Milpitas that uses an Organic Rankine Cycle technology. It is an Environmentally Friendly System - Additional fossil fuels are not required to produce power resulting in no atmospheric emissions. Advice from a VC Robert Huret '65, Partner, FT Ventures with Judy Huret, Vice Chairman, Huret Rothenberg & Co. Bob is an alumni elected trustee of the university and has presented to alumni audiences many times. Judy is a member of the Cornell University Council. Entrepreneurship@Cornell John Jaquette, Executive Director Entrepreneurship@Cornell. Find out more about campus based entrepreneurship. Investing And Operating In China Looking for opportunities that might make sense to invest in China? Would you like to meet someone who has experience starting and running a factory in China? This is the right table. Eric Li '89, Executive Vice President, Karrsen International Co., Ltd. What do you think the roll of Cornell University should be in China? How does the CAPS program fit into this role? Carol MacCorkle '64, Cornell Trustee Emeritus, Broker, Coldwell Banker will bring you up to speed on Cornell's Asian Pacific Studies Program (CAPS) Successfully raising money from VCs biotech entrepreneur Pam Marrone '78 CEO/Founder Marrone Organic Innovations, Inc. (MOI) Manufacturing Apparel and Footwear in China 07, Effect of Southeast Asia and other Regions. Tom Nastos, Pres/CEO Endurance LLC John Nesheim MBA ‘67, Faculty, Cornell University, will continue the discussion began at his presentation. Outsourcing Manufacturing to China and Supply Chain Management in China with Everette Phillips '82, President & CEO, China Manufacturing Network Venture Capital investing in China J. Alexander Sloan MBA '98, Principal, Expansion Capital Partners Catering provided by Catered 4 U Personal Chef & Catering Service Sonja Sulcer '96 Menu Includes: Asian Vegetable Salad Cold Sesame Noodle Salad California Rolls Teriyaki Chicken Breast Teriyaki Tofu Jasmine Rice Coffee, Tea, Water and Soft Drinks included (cash bar for wine & beer) Mango and Passion Fruit Mousse Cake
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	CEN Northern California	February 6, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: A Silicon Valley Luncheon: "An Erector Set for Building A Powerful Tech Brand" featuring Gary Orosy, MBA ’77 , Vice President of Business Development, M-Factor, Inc. Download Gary's .pdf presentation Everyone can name dozens of powerful technology brands: Apple, HP, Google, Yahoo!. Many are household names rivaling brand recall levels of such venerated brands as Oreo, Citibank and John Deere. Some brands are products while others are companies; some are both. But what makes these brands so strong? Where did they begin and what was their path to success? This presentation will lead us through the formula for building strong tech brands. An erector set based on the proposition that brand equity is a function of: Brand Equity = f (Pe, A, Po, C, B, V, L) – Personality – What is it like to the target audience? – Awareness – What do they know about it? – Positioning – What mindspace does it occupy? – Claims – Do they agree with the claims? Are they unique? – Benefits – What does it offer them? – Value – What is it perceived to be worth? – Loyalty – How committed are they? Examples of historical and current marketing vehicles (some based on the Courtesy of the Computer History Museum) will highlight how each portion of the formula was followed to erect a memorable and motivating brand entity. Our presenter, Gary Orosy, MBA ’77 is a veteran of brand building. He has created over $1 billion in incremental revenue managing Fortune 100 consumer product brands and consulting for technology companies both large and small. Gary continues to teach in the Johnson School Brand Immersion Course in the Spring Semester on a part time basis. He recently joined an innovative pre-IPO company in the marketing space called M-Factor, located in San Mateo, CA.
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	CEN Los Angeles	February 5, 2007
in partnership with the Cornell Law School, the Cornell Club of Los Angeles and the Western Regional Office present: "Avoiding, Managing and Resolving Business Related Conflict" - domestic and international - expeditiously and affordably featuring Bob Wrede '61, JD '69, Attorney, Russ August & Kabat Bob Wrede speaks as a practicing trial lawyer and law professor with 40 years of experience in dealing with commercial conflict. He has a BA and JD from Cornell and an LL.M. from the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine, where he is also an adjunct professor. He has been a visiting lecturer on the topic of effectively dealing with international commercial conflict at the Cornell Law School as part of its Berger International Legal Studies Program and as addressed at a number of professional groups including the Southern California Mediation Association, the California CPA Education Foundation and the Woodbury College MBA program, among others. Bob has specialized for four decades in the mediation, arbitration and litigation of a broad range of complex domestic and international commercial disputes and has been an adjunct professor of law at Pepperdine Law School for over 15 years. He teaches trial practice, arbitration and legal process at the law school, Seaver College and the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, as well as pursuing an active practice as a commercial trial lawyer, mediator, and arbitrator. Download Bob's .ppt presentation
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	CEN Los Angeles	February 4, 2007
in partnership with the College of Architecture, Art, and Planning, the Cornell Alumni Association of Orange County, and the Western Regional Office present: "Building Buildings, Building Companies" featuring Matt Witte ’79, Managing Partner, Marwit Capital and "A Look at Milstein Hall" the long-awaited addition to AAP featuring Mohsen Mostafavi, Dean of Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art and Planning Join us for lunch at the home of Matt Witte ’79, Managing Partner, Marwit Capital. Matt will talk about his career, which has spanned everything from real estate development to private equity and venture capital, and Dean Mostafavi will introduce Milstein Hall. *Download the invitation here* As this event is close to selling out we have closed down on-line registrations. Please email shm4@cornell.edu if you would like to attend.
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	CEN Northern California	February 2, 2007
in partnership with the College of Architecture, Art, and Planning, Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV), and the Cornell Alumni Association of Northern California present: "The San Francisco Millennium Tower Project" featuring Glenn Rescalvo, M.Arch ’88, Partner, Handel Architects and "A Look at Milstein Hall" the long-awaited addition to AAP featuring Mohsen Mostafavi, Dean of Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art and Planning A new tall building will soon join San Francisco’s skyline! At 58 stories and 645 feet, the 1.2M square foot, $400M Millennium Tower will be San Francisco’s 4th largest building, and is the tallest entry in 30 years. San Francisco native and principal architect Glenn Rescalvo, M.Arch ’88, Partner, Handel Architects, will introduce the project. Dean Mostafavi will introduce Milstein Hall. *Download the invitation here* This event is SOLD OUT! The wait list is so long that we have stopped adding to it.
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	CEN Northern California	January 18, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: "Video Game Industry Alumni Presentations" On January 18th we'll feature alumni in the video game industry with short presentations on their work. All alumni are welcomed whether you work in the industry or are just passionate about it. It should be a terrific chance to network! Presenters include; Melinda Byerley MBA '02, Sr. Marketing Mgr, eCommerce, iWin.com Mike Hahn '85, XBOX Business Development, Microsoft XBOX will present "The Secret Sauce in the Xbox 360 Console" Michael Katz '64 (currently) President: Michael Katz & Associates, (formerly) President, Sega of America, President, Atari-Video Games Division, President, Epyx Computer Software, VP Marketing, Coleco, Marketing Director-New Product Categories-Mattel Scott Nesmith '98, Director of Software Engineering, IGN Entertainment Susan Wu MBA '06, Entrepreneur in Residence, Charles River Ventures Note to Press The primary purpose of this event is alumni networking. This event is not intended for press coverage. Here is some recent Cornell press on this subject; Education leaders stress today's games are big business
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	CEN Northern California	January 17, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV), New Life Sciences Initiative and President's Council of Cornell Women present: "Is Bigger always Better?", Managing Global Biopharmaceutical and Medical Device Development in an Age of Cost Containment and Increased Varied Requirements along with Cornell Alumni Life Sciences, Pharma, Biotech, and Medical Devices Networking. Cornell alumni employed in Cornell Life Sciences, Pharma, Biotech, Medical Devices are invited to a networking event with light appetizers. This is an informal event which occurs three times per year at the Basque Cultural Center in South San Francisco. Our January 17th event features Martha A. Reitman '78, M.D., Senior Vice President, Medical Affairs, CoGenesys, Inc. and President & CEO, Reitman Corporation. July 13, 2006 - CoGenesys Receives FDA Clearance to Commence Clinical Trials of Cardeva in Patients with Chronic Heart Failure
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	CEN Northern California	January 12, 2007
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) and the President's Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) present: Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series, "Social Media and User Participation on the Web" featuring Jennifer Dulski '93 A&S, MBA'99, Vice President & General Manager, Yahoo! Autos Cornell Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series is a forum for Cornell's women executives and leaders working in technology and science to develop further connections with each other and Cornell. Jennifer will talk about how the Web is evolving and the rise of participatory media. She'll walk through several examples from Yahoo!, including Flickr and Yahoo! Answers.
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	CEN Seattle	January 4, 2007
in partnership with the Cornell Club of Western Washington, the Johnson School Club of Seattle and the Western Regional Office present: The 2007 Annual Entrepreneurship Event: Improving Business Relationships featuring Jane Christenson, Assistant to the Mayor, City of Redmond, W. Kent Fuchs, Joseph Silbert Dean of Engineering and a forum of alumni presenters. Cornell alumni from diverse backgrounds will share advice on getting your year off to a new start. Hear stories of challenges they've faced. Take notes on strategies they've used with success. Share your own experiences with a large, diverse group, of alumni committed to starting the new year successfully! *Download the invitation here you'll love the pic of Seattle!*
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	CEN Northern California	November 30, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Brand Experience Design; a San Francisco Luncheon featuring Adam Kleinberg '92, CEO, Traction The onslaught of new media vehicles the brand marketer must contend with is never-ending: online, offline, mobile, experiential, social networks, buzz... There is a new breed of consumer who experiences your brand through all these channels and it now an imperative to ensure that the tactics in a marketers toolkit work together cohesively. Adam Kleinberg is the CEO of Traction (www.tractionco.com), a San Francisco creative agency that designs brand experiences. He has worked with companies like Bank of America, Apple, Virgin Mobile and Wal-Mart to plan and execute marketing strategies that focus on the customer experience. Adam will discuss his company's unique approach to brand experience design and illustrate how Traction and other successful marketers are creating integrated brand experiences to build connections with consumers.
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	CEN Seattle	November 30, 2006
in partnership with CEN Seattle and the Western Regional Office present: < Seattle Venture Capital Luncheon, featuring William B. Rosenzweig '81, Managing Director, PHYSIC Ventures A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. The luncheon will be limited to twenty five attendees and will feature William B. Rosenzweig, '81, Managing Director, PHYSIC Ventures Remember Will Rosenzweig '81, our keynote for the The Coming Revolution in Health and Wellness? He's taken up a new challenge as Managing Director of PHYSIC Ventures Physic Ventures, based in San Francisco, provides capital and support to entrepreneurs focused on building exceptional science-based, consumer-directed health, wellness and sustainable living companies. Their strategy is to capitalize on major economic, social and political trends shaping the healthcare landscape, including the rapid migration toward the adoption of a consumer-driven, prevention-oriented "self-care" paradigm. Our June 27th Venture Capital luncheon with Will sold out in a little over 24 hours. He has graciously agreed to do an encore performance in Seattle! I am sorry in advance to disappoint all those that will be turned away but I can only fit 25. After the event sells out at the link below please email me at shm4@cornell.edu if you would like to join the wait list.
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	CEN Metro New York	December 12, 2006
in partnership with the College of Architecture, Art, and Planning and the Metropolitan New York Regional Office present: "Building Ailey" featuring Natan Bibliowicz '81 and Carolyn Iu '75, Principal's, Iu & Bibliowicz Architects LLP Mohsen Mostafavi, Dean of Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art and Planning, and the Cornell Entrepreneur Network are pleased to present "Building Ailey" A presentation by Natan Bibliowicz '81 and Carolyn Iu '75 of Iu & Bibliowicz Architects LLP, about their concept, design, and development of The Joan Weill Center for Dance. Featuring a special performance by Ailey II
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	CEN Northern California	December 11, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: A San Francisco Luncheon: "The Coming Age of Talking Computers - How This Emerging IT Will Change Business, Education, International Relations, the Arts, even Human Consciousness Itself" featuring William Crossman '61 , Author, Futurist, Berkeley City College faculty member and Founder/Director of the CompSpeak 2050 Institute for the Study of Talking Computers and Oral Cultures. On December 11th we'll take a step into the future with author, futurist, and Berkeley City College faculty member, William Crossman '61. William sees a world without text, one that will be here by 2050. His new book "VIVO The Coming Age of Talking Computers" is a positive look at how talking computers, VIVOs, will make text/written language obsolete, replace all writing and reading with speech and graphics, democratize information flow worldwide, and recreate an oral culture in the electronically-developed countries by 2050. Text is an ancient technology for storing and retrieving information; VIVOs will do the same job more quickly, efficiently, and universally. Please note this event will sell-out ahead of time and requires pre-registration. No walk-ins will be permitted due to security at the venue.
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	CEN Northern California	December 6, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) and The Cornell Hotel Society of Northern California present: Holiday Class at San Francisco Culinary Incubator La Cocina featuring Valeria Perez Ferreiro '89, Executive Director, La Cocina. La Cocina is a nonprofit shared use commercial kitchen and business incubator. Founded to serve as a platform for low-income entrepreneurs launching or expanding their food businesses, La Cocina assists low-income food entrepreneurs by providing access to a fully approved and equipped commercial kitchen and to the training and technical assistance they need. On December 6th we'll visit La Cocina for a class (see add'l details below) and find out more about the work that Valeria Perez Ferreiro '89 does as Executive Director. La Cocina has recieved a subtantial amount of press which is cataloged here.
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	CEN Metro New York	November 28, 2006
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office present: “The Grownup's Guide to Living with Kids in Manhattan” featuring Diane C. Rosen '78, Author and Principal, Grownup's Guide Publishing LLC. About Diane's Book: This Grownup's Guide is an indispensable resource for adults visiting New York City with kids. The Big Apple has a healthy portion carved out especially for children, and millions of families travel there each year. For day trippers and vacationers, and even for locals who are entertaining out-of-town guests, this is a one-of-a-kind family visitors' guide packed with street smart recommendations to help people experience the magic of New York.
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	CEN Los Angeles	November 17, 2006
in partnership with the Cornell Club of Orange County and the Western Regional Office present: “Doing Business in China; A discussion on issues related to sourcing products from and conducting business in China” a luncheon featuring Everette Phillips '82, President & CEO, China Manufacturing Network Join us for networking, build your Cornell Entreprener Network in Orange County and see a preview of what Everette will be talking about in Ithaca at the Cornell Engineering Conference on Globalization this spring. Everette and his firm were also mentioned in this month's Fortune Small Business Magazine and the CNN MONEY.COM Click Here for the Article There is a summary located here.
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	CEN Los Angeles	November 16, 2006
in partnership with the Cornell Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship, Cornell Club of Los Angeles and the Western Regional Office present: "How to Make (and Lose) Money Investing in the Restaurant Business" featuring Greg Dollarhyde Hotel '80, MBA '81, Executive Chairman of Pacific Island Restaurants, Co-Founder of B Cellars Winery, and Former CEO of Baja Fresh IMPORTANT - IF YOU ARE REGISTERING AFTER 1PM PST FOR THIS EVENT PLEASE REGISTER ON LINE AND THEN PHONE SHANNON AT 650.755.9711 (leave a message if you get voicemail) FOR THE ADDRESS. YOU WILL NOT RECIEVE AN AUTOMATIC EMAIL WITH THE ADDRESS. At this event, Greg Dollarhyde Hotel '80, MBA '81, Executive Chairman of Pacific Island Restaurants, Co-Founder of B Cellars Winery, and Former CEO of Baja Fresh, will look at the qualitative and quantitative issues of economics, investing and entrepreneurship in the restaurant business. Greg will walk through the fundamentals of the industry, industry drivers, success factors, valuations, comparables, and offer advice on what to look for in publicly-held stocks. Whether you're considering a first investment in a single restaurant, or buying, selling/shorting restaurants stocks, you will find Greg's three decades of experience in this industry informative and entertaining. Alumni of all experience and interest levels are welcomed, and be ready for an interactive Q & A session at the end! This event is being produced in partnership with: Click here for more information on the Cornell Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship. Click here for Greg's presentation.
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	CEN Northern California	November 15, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Google Open House & Cornell Computing and Information Science Update with Dean Robert Constable Alumni are invited to a free open house at Google. We'll feature Dean Robert Constable of Cornell Computing and Information Science and then the technology of Google. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT AND OUR WAITLIST FAR EXCEEDS THE NUMBER OF ALUMNI GOOGLE CAN FIT AT THIS EVENT. GOOGLE EMPLOYEES PLEASE CONTACT lar42@cornell.edu TO ATTEND
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	CEN Boston	November 14, 2006
in partnership with the Northeast Regional Office "Real Estate Investing in Emerging Domestic Markets" featuring Kirk Sykes '80 AAP, President, Urban Strategy America Fund, L.P., A New Boston Real Estate Fund Founded in 1993, New Boston is a real estate investment management firm based in Boston, MA that manages close to a billion dollars in private equity capital on behalf of high net worth and institutional investors. With nearly $2.5 billion in cumulative investment and development activity through seven successful private equity real estate funds, New Boston's value-added investment strategies focus on middle market investment opportunities in the Eastern United States. On November 14th, the Cornell Entrepreneur Network (CEN) will give you the opportunity to learn from Kirk's combination of business and community-based experience. This experience allows him to bridge the competing concerns that sometimes block urban projects from moving forward. His specialty is the creation of urban mixed-use developments.
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	CEN Northern California	November 8, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Alternative Energy Presentations by Alumni at Stanford Linear Accelerator, one of the world's leading research laboratories. Presenters include: Thomas Dinwoodie '77 ENGR , PowerLight Corporation, President and CEO PowerLight Press Release Ejnar Knudsen '91 ALS, Cilion, Inc., Executive Vice President/Business Development Cilion Presentation Felix Kramer '70, founder of CalCars.org See a demonstration of the 100+MPG plug-in hybrid driven daily by Felix. CalCars Presentation Alexander Rau '00 A&S, PhD , Climate Wedge Ltd / Cheyne Climate Wedge Fund , Principal Jonathan Stoumen '65 AAP, Jonathan Stoumen, Architect. He will talk about self-powered buildings, hot showers and cooking without gas.
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	CEN Northern California	October 24, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series, featuring Michael Kim '90, Partner, Rustic Canyon Partners . A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. The Tuesday, October 24th, 2006 event features Michael Kim '90, Partner, Rustic Canyon Partners. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE. If you would like to be added to the waiting list please contact Lori at lar42@cornell.edu.
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	CEN Seattle	October 10, 2006
in partnership with the Cornell Law School, the Cornell Club of Western Washington and the Western Regional Office present: Seattle Luncheon featuring Ben Black AB'91 JD'97, Principal, Maveron A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. This luncheon will be limited to twenty-five attendees. The Tuesday, October 10, 2006 event features Ben Black AB'91 JD'97, Principal, Maveron. Maveron is a $600M venture capital fund focused on consumer businesses. Find out more about Ben's role as a Venture Capitalist.
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	CEN Seattle	October 10, 2006
in partnership with the Cornell Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship, Cornell Club of Western Washington and the Western Regional Office present: "Your Holiday, Our Challenge; Lessons from the front lines of Hospitality" Panelists: Mark Canlis '97 Hotel Owner, Canlis Restaurant Brian Helm '98 ENGR Former COO, Signature Destinations Brian Ferguson Hotel MPS '98 Vice President Lodging Market Planning and Analysis, Expedia Inc. Jim Treadway '72 Hotel Founder and CEO, MTM Management Moderator: Charlie Staadecker '71 Hotel Principal, Staadecker Real Estate This event is being produced in partnership with: Click here for more information on the Cornell Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship. This event is limited to 75 attendees THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE.
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	CEN Northern California	September 29, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) and the President's Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) present: Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series, "Career Success Secrets for Women That They Don’t Teach You at Cornell" featuring Christy Consler '90 ALS, Consler Coaching & Consulting, Inc. Cornell Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series is a forum for Cornell's women executives and leaders working in technology and science to develop further connections with each other and Cornell. Women face a unique set of challenges in the workplace, and also possess unique strengths and opportunities. It's a complicated issue, and one that's not overtly discussed in most academic settings. Fewer than 8% of US executives are women, however PepsiCo just named a new female CEO. A top business school found less than a third of its female graduates worked full time, yet over half of all new businesses are started by women. Less than 16% of corporate board members are women, yet companies who have more women on their boards outperform those with fewer. Christy Consler '90 ALS, executive coach and founder of the Professional Women's Dream Team, is an expert on women's leadership issues and career development. In this interactive session, we will discuss some of the paradoxes of women in the workplace. You will learn three keys to accelerating your career success, as well as secrets from leading business women executives to help you move ahead faster. We will also discuss approaches to determining the appropriate path given your life stage and goals, and we will complete exercises that provide insight into your unique value and strengths to your organization.
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	CEN Los Angeles	September 22, 2006
in partnership with the Cornell Club of Los Angeles and the Western Regional Office present: “Post Merger Syndrome”; Managing the fallout when “they” become “us” a luncheon featuring Michael Fischer, MFA '79 , Mediator, and Founder of After the Merge Market share increase. The opening up of new markets. Profits up, costs down. Growth. Strength. Security. There’s a lot to be offered when companies merge. Yet the failure rate of merged corporations is estimated to be well over 66%. What happens after the handshakes are done and the press releases are out that makes so many of these stronger, more profitable organizations fail? Michael Fischer (MFA ’79) of After The Merge, asserts it’s PMS—Post Merger Syndrome - pervasive collection of unaddressed issues and corporate habits that swamp seven of ten newly merged organizations. Michael is a professional mediator with the Los Angeles Superior Court and founder of After The Merge, a corporate post-merger redirection firm in Los Angeles. After managing the fallout from two successive corporate mergers over the course of ten years, he offers non-traditional approaches to relieve the nagging pain of PMS and to restore companies to health.
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	CEN Boston	September 21, 2006
in partnership with the Northeast Regional Office and CCOB present: "Life, the Universe, and SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence), In a Nutshell" featuring Jill Tarter '65, Director of the Center for SETI Research in Mountain View, California Jill Tarter '65 holds the Bernard M. Oliver Chair for SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) and is Director of the Center for SETI Research at the SETI Institute in Mountain View, California., hear about the real scientific search for evidence of life, and particularly intelligent life, elsewhere in the cosmos! » Click Here to See Other Exciting Events Taking Place in Boston with Cornell Alumni
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	CEN Los Angeles	September 21, 2006
in partnership with the Cornell Club of Los Angeles and the Western Regional Office present: "Changes in the Content, Marketing, and Distribution of Entertainment" Panelists: Alex Gartner '81 Producer, Mosaic Media Group Adrian Sexton '93 Partner, TAG Strategic Carolyn Handler Miller '63 New Media writer, author of DIGITAL STORYTELLING: A CREATOR'S GUIDE TO INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT Moderator: Derek Schaffner JD '05 Managing Director, Brand Integrity and Intellectual Property, Diligence Read Derek's blog for information on a wide range of intellectual property issues.
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	CEN Metro New York	September 20, 2006
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office present: "Lease Renewals: How to Gain the Upper Hand" featuring Marisa Manley Esq ’78, President and Founder of Commercial Tenant Real Estate Representation, Ltd. Real estate is the most costly operating expense for businesses. When it comes time to renew a lease, Marisa Manley '78 AAP, president of Commercial Tenant Real Estate Representation in Manhattan, says businesses must gain the upper hand to protect their bottom-line. She will be discussing: * Why brand-new tenants get better deals than tenants renewing leases in the same building. * How existing tenants can strengthen their bargaining position during lease renewal. * The lease renewal process in a nutshell. * Eight key issues (real estate taxes and workletters, for example) that can save a tenant millions when renewing a lease. * Timing is everything! * And more. Marisa is an excellent and experienced presenter. She currently leads quarterly panel discussion on pressing real estate topics for executives from fast growing, middle market and Fortune 1000 businesses, and also leads quarterly forums discussing the unique real estate needs of some of the largest medical laboratories in the nation.
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	CEN Metro New York	September 20, 2006
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office present: "Entrepreneurial Flavoring" How the Beer, Wine and Spirits Industry keep their products interesting and tasteful for mass consumption and brand loyalty. Panelists: Eric Ottaway General Manager of the Brooklyn Brewery Roy Danis '78 Executive Vice President Sales & Marketing, W.J. Deutsch & Sons, Ltd. (W.J. Deutsch & Sons, Ltd. created the marketing plan for Yellow Tail, an Australian wine which is now the number one imported wine in the US.) Byron F. Hoover MBA’90 Marketing Director, Jose Cuervo Moderator: Dave Schmier '91 Owner, Dynamic Beverages, LLC.
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	CEN Los Angeles	September 20, 2006
in partnership with the Cornell Club of Los Angeles and the Western Regional Office present: "The End of Medicine" featuring Andy Kessler '80, Author and Former Hedge Fund Manager Andy will tell fun stories about Silicon Valley doing to doctors what ATMs did to tellers. Join Kessler’s bizarre search for the next big breakthrough as he tries to keep from passing out while following cardiologists around, cracks jokes while reading mammograms and watches twitching mice get injected with radioactive probes. Kessler even selflessly pokes, scans and prods himself looking for a breakthrough.
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	CEN Northern California	September 19, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: "Cornell Life Sciences, Pharma, Biotech, Medical Devices et al Networking", a forum for alumni to meet other alumni professionals. Cornell alumni employed in Cornell Life Sciences, Pharma, Biotech, Medical Devices are invited to a networking event with light appetizers. This is an informal event which occurs three times per year at the Basque Cultural Center in South San Francisco. This networking event will include short updates from alumni. Alumni interested in presenting should email Shannon Murray at shm4@cornell.edu. Presenters include; Allen R Billings MBA '05, Element Mobile, CEO; Diabetes Management Start-up Conan Li '01, Agilent Technologies, R&D Manager Sally A. Shute, MA CEES SPHR, Cornell Arts & Sciences, '75, Staff Ergonomist with Clayton Group Services, will describe the economic benefits of ergonomics programs with specific application to biotechnology firms Mark Zamoyski '77, MBA '78 NexGen Biomedical, Inc., Localized protein synthesis restriction (PSR) technology and how it applies to preventing mortality from Avian flu. Take a look at the web cam overlooking the construction site of the Life Sciences Technology Building at Cornell! If you haven't seen it lately, you might be amazed at the building's progress. Be aware that it is only available from 9 am - 5 pm EDT. Click Here for Web Cam
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	CEN Northern California	September 14, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: "Selling is Everyone’s Business" featuring Adam Shaivitz '98, Co-author of Selling is Everyone’s Business—What it Takes to Create a Great Salesperson, and President of Accelerate Performance Sales Consulting. Selling is everyone’s business. You are in sales if it is your job to move a product, service, or concept, tangible or intangible. If you are not a salesperson by trade you are still selling something if you have ever tried to convince a friend or your spouse to see a certain movie or eat at a certain restaurant, if you have ever tried to show your child the benefit of doing homework, if you have ever tried to sell an idea to coworkers, if you have ever tried to get someone to invest in your idea, or if you ever had to fight the battle of mind over mattress to sell yourself on the idea of getting out of bed early to workout. Everyone needs to develop an ability to sell! Click Here for a description of Adam’s book
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	CEN Upstate New York	September 13, 2006
in partnership with the NY/Ontario Regional Office and the Cornell Alumni Association of Central NY present: "The Art of Serious Fun - Keys to Entrepreneurial Success" featuring Jeff Parker '65, ME '66, MBA '70, founder of CCBN and FirstCall, Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year 2001.
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	CEN Northern California	September 12, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Greaseless - How to Thrive without Bribes in Developing Countries featuring Dr. Loretta Graziano Breuning '75, Professor Emerita of International Business at California State University, East Bay. Bribery is routine in much of the world, yet American managers risk heavy penalties if they participate. Managers who appreciate cultural differences realize they must also be skilled at preventing and resisting corrupt practices. Loretta Breuning will discuss practical strategies for communicating around diverse legal expectations and overcoming challenges to internal controls. We will look below the surface at how corruption affects infrastructure, economic growth and social welfare. Dr. Loretta Graziano Breuning '75 is Professor Emerita of International Business at CSU-East Bay, and author of "Greaseless: How to Thrive without Bribes in Developing Countries." She worked for the United Nations in Africa, and has conducted hundreds of interviews worldwide on encounters with endemic corruption. To find out more about Dr. Breuning's work Click Here.
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	CEN Metro New York	August 29, 2006
in partnership with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the Metropolitan New York Regional Office present: "Google takes Manhattan via Ithaca" featuring Kurt Abrahamson, CALS ’83, , Director, Sales Operations, North American Sales, Google, Inc., with opening remarks from Dr. Geraldine Gay MPS '80, PhD'85, Kenneth J. Bissett '89 Senior Professor of Communication; Director, Human-Computer Interaction Group; and Chair, Department of Communication. On August 29th, the Cornell Entrepreneur Network (CEN) will give you the opportunity to learn from and understand Advertising and Marketing on the WEB presented by Kurt Abrahamson'83. Click Here for an article featuring Kurt Abrahamson: "From Greenpeace to Google" THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS WILL BE PERMITTED.
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	CEN Northern California	August 24, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series, featuring Ammar Hanafi '88, General Partner, Alloy Ventures. A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. The Thursday, August 24th, 2006 event features Ammar Hanafi '88, General Partner, Alloy Ventures. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE. If you would like to be added to the waiting list please contact Shannon Murray at shm4@cornell.edu.
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	CEN Northern California	August 16, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: A San Francisco Venture Capital Luncheon, featuring Tom McKinley, Managing Partner and Co-Founder, Partech International. A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. The Wednesday, August 16th, 2006 event features Tom McKinley, Managing Partner and Co-Founder, Partech International. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE.
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	CEN Northern California	August 9, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Adobe Open House Join us as alumni working at Adobe welcome alumni for networking and presentations on the company. Please note there is building security at Adobe. You must register in advance to be guaranteed admittance. Alumni Employee Presenters will include: Dan Baum MAR '87, Vice President, New Business Initiatives, will discuss Adobe’s New Business Initiatives/Entrepreneur-in-Residence program. This program fosters ongoing innovation at Adobe by creating new products and lines of businesses for the company. Kurt Garbe MEN '83, Entrepreneur-in-Residence, will discuss a new initiative in digital publishing that is a part of the New Business Initiatives program. Kurt will discuss the emerging market dynamics that are requiring publishers to evaluate and be more aggressive with the development of alternative business models. Understanding this context and anticipating future customer requirements enables Adobe to develop market leading solutions. Mitchell Nelson BSEE ‘89, Director, Business Operations, will present Adobe’s new Acrobat 3D product. Acrobat 3D, developed and managed by Michael Kaplan (MAR ’78), is a new addition to the Adobe Acrobat product line. It is designed to handle the visualization and publishing of 3D CAD designs into the PDF format. These PDF documents can then be viewed within the manufacturing supply chain using Adobe Reader, enabling ad-hoc collaboration while reducing costs and time to market. Bill Rusitzky MBA & MEN '90, Director Strategic Partner and Alliance group, will discuss Breeze. Breeze is a rich web communication system that lets you reach your audience anytime with engaging multimedia content. Because Breeze is deployed using the Flash Player, already installed on more than 98% of browsers worldwide, your audience can join your Breeze online meetings, training courses and on-demand presentations instantly. Stanton Champion ’07, Product Management Intern, will also give a brief update about his summer work with the Photoshop Elements group.
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	CEN Northern California	August 2, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV), the Cornell Alumni Association of Northern California (CAANC) and the Western Regional Office present: Palo Alto Summer Intern/Alumni Gathering On August 1st in San Francisco and on August 2nd in Palo Alto we will gather our summer interns and alumni for a special event. Free for interns and $5 for alumni. The event will begin with a reception at 6pm followed by presentations by interns at 7pm concluding by 8:30pm. Student Intern Presenters Include; Stanton Champion '07, Adobe, Photoshop Elements Group, Product Management Intern Christos Christopoulos MBA '07, Browster, Inc., Eric Chin '05, AMD (currently Berkeley Grad student) Raghuram Dharmaraju MBA '07, Palo Alto Research Center (PARC), Business Development Intern Serge Faguet '06, Google, MBA Intern (getting his MBA @ Stanford) Rajiv Kommineni MBA '07, Yahoo!, Product Strategy Isaac Oates MBA '07, Yahoo!, Product Management Erica Schlesinger '07, Symyx Technologies, Inc. Hannah Schlesinger '08, Wells Fargo Suman Sundaresh '09, NASA Ames Research Center, working on simulations involving amorphous alloys and carbon nanotubes. Interns: To register please contact Lori Rockwell-Darsky at 607-254-6128 or lar42@cornell.edu.
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	CEN Northern California	August 1, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV), the Cornell Alumni Association of Northern California (CAANC) and the Western Regional Office present: San Francisco Summer Intern/Alumni Gathering On August 1st in San Francisco and on August 2nd in Palo Alto we will gather our summer interns and alumni for a special event. Free for interns and $5 for alumni. The event will begin with a reception at 6pm followed by presentations by interns at 7pm concluding by 8:30pm. Student Intern Presenters Include: Jenny Chang MBA '07, Adobe, Photoshop Product Management Christos Christopoulos MBA '07, Browster, Inc., Alex Patriquin, Co-founder & CEO, appliedgrammatics.com, Philip Hu '07, Outrider Management LLC, (a hedge fund that focuses on distress debt in the emerging markets.) Jason Levy '07, Smith Barney, Intern Eric Masbou '07, Globallink Traders LLC, foreign currency broker Jesse Rodriguez '03, MHA '07, John Muir Health, Intern Administration & Operations Ross Siegel '00, Apple, QuickTime and Graphics group of the World Wide Product Marketing Division, MBA Intern (getting his MBA @ Stern) Please note you must be pre-registered for this event because we have to provide building security with a list of registered guests prior to the start of the event. Interns: To register please contact Lori Rockwell-Darsky at 607-254-6128 or lar42@cornell.edu.
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	CEN Seattle	July 26, 2006
in partnership with the Cornell Club of Western Washington and the Western Regional Office present: "The End of Medicine" featuring Andy Kessler '80, Author and Former Hedge Fund Manager Andy will tell fun stories about Silicon Valley doing to doctors what ATMs did to tellers. Join Kessler’s bizarre search for the next big breakthrough as he tries to keep from passing out while following cardiologists around, cracks jokes while reading mammograms and watches twitching mice get injected with radioactive probes. Kessler even selflessly pokes, scans and prods himself looking for a breakthrough. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE.
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	CEN Northern California	July 20, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: "How Can We "Profit" From Sustainability? Balancing Economic, Social and Environmental Opportunities", A Luncheon, featuring J. Alexander Sloan MBA '98, Principal, Expansion Capital Partners. A forum for Cornell alumni working in downtown San Francisco to meet other alumni interested in sustainability, clean technologies and entrepreneurship. The July 20th luncheon features J. Alexander Sloan MBA '98, Principal, Expansion Capital Partners, a Cleantech venture capital firm. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. All alumni are invited. To view Alex's presentation Click Here. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE.
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	CEN Northern California	July 19, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: "Getting to Retirement: How Much Do You Really Need?", featuring Bruce Stuart '86, Financial Advisor, Wachovia Securities. We all want to retire and retire well. But how much is it really going to cost? Are our 401(k) and other retirement plans coupled with social security going to be enough to allow us to retire comfortably? What is our retirement strategy and how can we coordinate our retirement investment assets to get us faster to a successful retirement? These questions together with a fun and easy to understand discussion about investing will be the focus of this informative and entertaining presentation. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE.
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	CEN Northern California	July 17, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) and the President's Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) present: Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series, featuring Josie Thompson MRP '97, Global Heritage Network Manager, Global Heritage Fund and Rochelle King '92, Senior Director of Product Development & Design Services, Homestead Technologies. Cornell Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series is a forum for Cornell's women executives and leaders working in technology and science to develop further connections with each other and Cornell. This quarter's luncheon features the multi-layered Cornell success story of the Global Heritage Fund (GHF). Josie Thompson MRP '97 met Jeff Morgan MRP '84 at our Art Gensler '57 event in January of '05. Eventually Jeff hired Josie to run the Global Heritage Network (GHN) piece of the GHF which is a "Global Network of Experts Working to Save Endangered World Heritage Sites in Developing Countries." Meanwhile Rochelle King '92 saw Jeff present GHF at another alumni event and offered to volunteer. Rochelle's company supports community service and she was able to offer her services to GHN. This presentation combines elements of technology, archeology, architecture, and economics. No subject matter knowledge is expected of attendees.
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	CEN Metro New York	July 12, 2006
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office present: "The End of Medicine" featuring Andy Kessler '80, Author and Former Hedge Fund Manager Andy tells fun stories about Silicon Valley doing to doctors what ATMs did to tellers. Join Kessler’s bizarre search for the next big breakthrough as he tries to keep from passing out while following cardiologists around, cracks jokes while reading mammograms and watches twitching mice get injected with radioactive probes. Kessler even selflessly pokes, scans and prods himself looking for a breakthrough.
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	CEN Northern California	July 12, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Strategies for Concentrated Equity Positions featuring Michelle Deasy '94, Financial Advisor, Global Private Client Group, Merrill Lynch & Co. The growth in equity market capitalization and stock-for-stock mergers has created unprecedented wealth in the U.S. and abroad in the form of concentrated stock holdings. In addition, many corporations compensate their executives with restricted stock and stock options, and many merger and acquisition transactions are effected through stock swaps. Market volatility reminds us of the risks and rewards that accompany equity market exposure. Finding ways to reduce risk, generate liquidity and diversify exposure while appropriately deferring the recognition of taxable capital gains has become a significant challenge for individual investors with concentrated, low cost basis, or restricted stock positions. After a brief overview of financial planning concepts, we will discuss specific strategies for an individual’s control or restricted stock as well as diversification, risk management, and liquidity strategies for concentrated stock positions. To view Michelle's presentation Click Here. For more information on Concentrated Equity Click Here.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	July 11, 2006
in partnership with the Middle Atlantic Regional Office and the Cornell Club of Washington, DC present: "The End of Medicine" featuring Andy Kessler '80, Author and Former Hedge Fund Manager Andy tells fun stories about Silicon Valley doing to doctors what ATMs did to tellers. Join Kessler’s bizarre search for the next big breakthrough as he tries to keep from passing out while following cardiologists around, cracks jokes while reading mammograms and watches twitching mice get injected with radioactive probes. Kessler even selflessly pokes, scans and prods himself looking for a breakthrough.
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	CEN Metro New York	June 29, 2006
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office present: "The Business of Junior Ivies" featuring Victoria Goldman, Author and Education Columnist On June 29th, the Cornell Entrepreneur Network (CEN) will give you the opportunity to learn from Victoria Goldman, co- author of "The Manhattan Family Guide to Private Schools and Selective Public Schools" in it's 5th edition and "The Manhattan Directory of Private Nursery Schools" , in it's 5th edition. Click Here to learn more about Victoria.
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	CEN Northern California	June 28, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: "The End of Medicine": Andy Kessler '80 tells fun stories about Silicon Valley doing to doctors what ATMs did to tellers. A Sand Hill Road Entrepreneurship Luncheon. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE. A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees.
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	CEN Northern California	June 27, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: "Cornell Life Sciences, Pharma, Biotech, Medical Devices et al Networking", a forum for alumni to meet other alumni professionals. Cornell alumni employed in Cornell Life Sciences, Pharma, Biotech, Medical Devices are invited to a networking event with light appetizers. This is an informal event which occurs three times per year at the Basque Cultural Center in South San Francisco. This networking event will include short updates from alumni. The following alumni will do 5-10 minutes updates on their work: Joseph Kulakofsky '85, Blue Sky Research Dir. Product Development My company makes lasers for the bio-medical and dental markets. Applications include confocal spectroscopy, DNA sequencers, dental imaging, and corneal profiling. I will talk about the laser demands for the market, or more specifically the benefits of fiber coupled lasers which are still new to this market. Dr. Lawrence Muray '90, Novelx, President and Founder Distributed Nano-scale Imaging Capabilities for the Life Sciences and the miniature SEM technology that Novelx, Inc is developing. Our technology is a tool for researchers and developers working with nano-scale objects and will facilitate the melding of the biology and engineering disciplines which now occurring. David Raksin '97, CFD Therapeutics, Inc., Director of Business Development The state of early stage oncology therapeutics. Indu Subaiya '95, MD, Quorum Consulting, Inc We focus on pricing, health economics and reimbursement strategy for biotech and device companies. Robert L. Wolfert '75, Ph.D., Executive Vice President, Diagnostics, diaDexus, Inc. Inflammatory mechanisms in cardiovascular disease and stroke risk – the role of Lp-PLA2 Paul S. Woolford '83, AIA, LEED(r) AP, HOK, Director of Design, Senior Vice President As an architect I've designed many life science research buildings throughout the US.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	June 2, 2006
in partnership with the Middle Atlantic Regional Office and the Cornell Club of Washington, DC present: Tag, you’re it! "What's New in the Global Markets for RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) Technology." featuring Murem Sharpe ’70, CEO and Co-Founder, Evoca and John Weir ’83, MBA ’84, President and Founder, Nimbus Technologies Inc. RFID and other emerging identification technologies are being adopted in every major sector to track the digital DNA from animals to assets. Around the globe pilots and roll-outs are underway across a wide range of industries including retail, consumer products, pharmaceuticals, transportation, logistics, financial services, automotive, agriculture, aerospace, homeland security, and defense. Technology entrepreneurs Murem Sharpe AB ‘70 and John Weir BSME ’83, MBA ’84 have been working on the front lines of these dynamic RFID and ID technology markets. In 2005 Ms. Sharpe and Mr. Weir formed ID Bridge LLC to identify and accelerate high potential niche products and services in the identification markets. ** THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT, NO WALK-IN'S WILL BE PERMITTED ** PLEASE CALL 607 254 8327 WITH ANY QUESTIONS
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	June 1, 2006
in partnership with the Middle Atlantic Regional Office and the Cornell Club of Washington, DC and The College of Human Ecology present: “Preparedness” What you need to know in order to be prepared in the event of? featuring a panel of industry experts: Linda B. Weinberg '87 Senior Vice President, Homeland Security and Risk Communications, Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide Dr. Claudia T. Benack ’74 Senior Principal, Center for Science and Technology (CSAT), Mitretek Systems Dr. Terrance Horner Jr '92, PhD ‘98 Senior Analyst, Food Safety U.S. Government Accountability Office Moderator: Dr. Rocco Casagrande '95 Managing Director Gryphon Scientific Would we really know what to do if a horrible act was tossed upon us? What can we personally do to prepare? What do businesses need to know and prepare for in case their operations have to shut down abruptly? What is the federal government doing to help keep all Americans safe and prepared?
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	CEN Upstate New York	May 31, 2006
in partnership with the College of Engineering, the NY/Ontario Regional Office and the Cornell Club of Rochester present: “Investing in Innovation” featuring Sophie Vandebroek PhD '90, Chief Technology Officer and President of the Xerox Innovation Group, with opening remarks from W. Kent Fuchs, Joseph Silbert Dean of Engineering How does a company like Xerox continue to be ranked among the best companies in the world? Perhaps it’s because Xerox embodies an entrepreneurial spirit, continually develops new innovations, hires a smart, talented, and diverse workforce, and above all is the first to get to market! I’m sure you use a laser printer, make color copies, have a PC hooked up to a network or access icons on your desktop. Did you know that Xerox gets issued two patents per day and that they hold over 50,000 patents globally? Sophie was recently featured in Fast Company Magazine, click here for article and Business Week, click here for article .
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	CEN Northern California	May 25, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Technology Transfer and Venture Creation at Cornell University featuring John Brenner MBA '97, Senior Technology Manager, Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC) THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE. The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC) is Cornell’s hub of intellectual property (IP) management, licensing, and technology transfer. CCTEC manages Cornell’s traditional technology transfer operations but also facilitates a more strategic use of IP by the University, including increased corporate collaboration, and new venture creation. John Brenner MBA '97, CCTEC Senior Technology Manager, will provide a brief overview of CCTEC and it’s venture creation process. Specific examples of CCTEC startups and opportunities for alumni involvement in the Cornell venture creation process will be described.
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	CEN Northern California	May 16, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series, "Classic Marketing Technology Applied to High Technology Companies" presented by Gary Orosy MBA '77. Click Here to view Gary's presentation. A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. This session will take the classic marketing four “Ps” (pricing, product, place, promotion) and apply them to high tech marketing challenges. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE!!!
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	CEN South Florida	May 16, 2006
in partnership with the Southeast Regional Office, the Cornell Club of Greater Miami and the Florida Keys and Cornell South Florida Business Network present: “Conservative Entrepreneurship” featuring Cornell Law School Graduate Robert Diener, JD ’82, Co-founder of Hotels.com Ask any successful business owner “What does it take to succeed?” and they will all probably give you the same answer. “You need to know when to be conservative with your spending and when to expand your business.” If more dot.com companies had followed this advice, then they might be in business today. Fortunately for our next CEN South Florida speaker, Robert Diener JD’82, co-founder of Hotels.com, he and his partner followed this advice precisely and hit the jackpot. Of course, it didn’t hurt that their idea, drive and market timing were perfect!
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	CEN Northern California	May 8, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: "The Evolution of Netgear over 10 Years, from Founding to IPO, and Public Market Success" An Entrepreneurship Luncheon featuring Patrick Lo, CEO, Netgear A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives.
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	CEN Los Angeles	May 5, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Club of Los Angeles and the Western Regional Office present: Sustainability 2010: The Fourth Bottom Line a luncheon featuring Arthur H. Purcell, PhD, '66 The concept of the triple bottom line – economic gain, environmental quality, and social responsibility – has been a guiding force in the successful development of what has come to be known as sustainable business and organizational management. Many private- and public-sector operations have enhanced their productivity and competitive positions through developing and implementing sustainability-oriented practices.
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	CEN Los Angeles	May 4, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Club of Los Angeles and the Western Regional Office present: "Selling Is Everyone’s Business" featuring Adam Shaivitz '98, Co-author of Selling is Everyone’s Business—What it Takes to Create a Great Salesperson, and Senior Consultant at The Next Level Sales Consulting Selling is everyone’s business. You are in sales if it is your job to move a product, service, or concept, tangible or intangible. If you are not a salesperson by trade you are still selling something if you have ever tried to convince a friend or your spouse to see a certain movie or eat at a certain restaurant, if you have ever tried to show your child the benefit of doing homework, if you have ever tried to sell an idea to coworkers, if you have ever tried to get someone to invest in your idea, or if you ever had to fight the battle of mind over mattress to sell yourself on the idea of getting out of bed early to workout. Everyone needs to develop an ability to sell! Click Here for a description of Adam’s book
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	CEN Seattle	April 27, 2006
in partnership with the Cornell Club of Western Washington and the Western Regional Office present: No Margin, No Mission - Lessons on Guts, Glory, and Profitability from the Non-Profit World featuring Ken Colling '67, MBA '69, President and CEO, Seattle Goodwill Goodwill programs help people in our community with significant barriers to employment so they may achieve economic self-sufficiency through work. For more information about goodwill programs click here.
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	CEN Northern California	April 26, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) and the President's Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) present: Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series, “Challenges to the Future of Drug Therapies” featuring Dr. Virginia L. Giddings '88, ME '89, Manager of Stent Development, Abbott Vascular. Cornell Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series is a forum for Cornell's women executives and leaders working in technology and science to develop further connections with each other and Cornell.
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	CEN Northern California	April 25, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Hotel Society of Northern California present: "Yellow Tail - A Wake-up Call for the Wine Industry” Wine Tasting & Consumer Marketing Case Study featuring Roy Danis '78, Executive Vice President Sales & Marketing, W.J. Deutsch & Sons, Ltd. W.J. Deutsch & Sons, Ltd. created the marketing plan for Yellow Tail, an Australian wine which is now the number one imported wine in the US. The rise of Australian wine in the US over the last ten years has been nothing short of breath-taking. This will be a fun event that you are welcomed to bring guests to. We have room for up to 70.
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	CEN Northern California	April 24, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) present: An Entrepreneurship Luncheon featuring Stephen Venuto JD '96, Partner, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, and Greg Heibel MBA '99, JD '99, Associate, Corporate Attorney, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees.
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CEN Northern California

April 11, 2006

in partnership with Cornell Silicon Valley (CSV) and the Western Regional Office present:

Windows Live Search —
Investing to Win and Taking the Lead in the Market!
featuring Dane Glasgow '99, General Manager of Windows Live
and Heather Friedland '99, Lead Product Planner, MSN

Dane Glasgow '99 Tuesday, April 11th, 2006
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Microsoft Silicon Valley Campus

6:00 PM Hors d'oeuvre Reception/Networking
7:00 PM Speaker
8:00 PM Open-Mike
8:30 PM Conclusion

Cost: $FREE. RSVP to shm4@cornell.edu

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Come find out about the new and innovative MSN Search technologies! MSN Search is part of suite of software services that Microsoft is unleashing under the Windows Live initiative. The new MSN Search includes a new search engine, index and crawler; all built from the ground up on Microsoft technology.

Dane joined Microsoft in April 1999 through the acquisition of Jump.com, a company he helped create in Ithaca, New York. For more about Dane, click here.

Join Cornell Alumni and friends for what promises to be an insightful event. We will also provide information on career opportunities at Microsoft.

MSN attracts more than 400 million unique users worldwide per month. With localized versions available globally in 40 markets and 20 languages, MSN is a world leader in delivering Web services to consumers and online advertising opportunities to businesses worldwide. The most useful and innovative online service today, MSN brings consumers everything they need from the Web to make the most of their time online.

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	CEN Metro New York	April 4, 2006
in partnership with the Metropolitan New York Regional Office present: “Convergence of Real Estate and the Hospitality Industry" featuring Alan Tantleff ’87, Executive Vice President, Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels and Jeffrey Davis ’89, Vice President, Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels Tuesday, April 4th, 2006 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM The Cornell Club of New York 6:30 PM Hors d'oeuvre Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:30 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:30 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $30.00 per person On April 4th, the Cornell Entrepreneur Network (CEN) will give you the opportunity to learn from and understand what really happens within the hotel industry and how so few, so quickly have done very well working within the hotel industry. Topics for discussion will include: * What made NYC hotels hot again after 9/11? * Hotel to Condo conversion in NYC and across the USA? Have you noticed the major transformation at the Plaza? * What are the latest trends within the hotel industry and how can you take advantage of them? Take this opportunity to meet and learn from two of Cornell's seasoned professionals within the Real Estate and Hospitality Industry!
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	CEN Ithaca	March 31, 2006
and the"Entrepreneurship @ Cornell Celebration", co-sponsored by the Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship and in partnership with the NY/Ontario Regional Office present: “The Art of Serious Fun - Keys to Entrepreneurial Success” featuring Jeff Parker '65, ME '66, MBA '70, founder of CCBN and FirstCall, Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year 2001. Friday, March 31st, 2006 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Statler Amphitheater, Statler Hotel, Cornell University 6:00 PM Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:00 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $25 per person THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT, PLEASE CALL 254-8327 WITH QUESTIONS
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	CEN Boston	March 20, 2006
in partnership with the Northeast Regional Office and CCOB present: “Winning Among Winners" The Machine Behind Sports Marketing featuring Mark Tatum '91, Senior Vice President, Marketing Partnerships, National Basketball Association Monday, March 20th, 2006 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP 6:00 PM Hors d'oeuvre Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:00 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $30 per person SEE WHO CAME Nothing but net! He shoots, he scores! He knocked it out of the park! Any great sports analogy could best describe our next CEN Boston presenter, Mark Tatum '91, Senior Vice President, Marketing Partnerships, National Basketball Association. Mr. Tatum works with senior executives from the most recognizable brands in sports marketing including Anheuser-Busch, Coca-Cola, Gatorade, Nike, and Toyota to strategize about the direction of NBA-themed promotions and advertising. It’s no secret that the business of sports in our country is a huge business for anyone who is fortunate enough to partner with or work for a professional sports organization. Now you are given a rare opportunity to understand and learn from one of the NBA’s brightest stars off the court on what it takes to partner with corporate titans of industry while winning your business at home.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	March 14, 2006
in partnership with Cornell’s Program in Real Estate, the Middle Atlantic Regional Office and the Cornell Club of Washington, DC present: “The Sprawling DC Market” featuring a panel of industry experts: Tuesday, March 14th, 2006 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM The Madison Hotel 6:30 PM Hors d'oeuvre Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:30 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:30 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $30 per person Stephen Ashley '62, MBA '64 Chairman of the Board of Fannie Mae , Chairman and CEO of The Ashley Group Susan Berger '68 Evers & Co. Real Estate Inc. Luis G. Lobo DC Metro Regional President BB&T (Branch Bank and Trust) H. Peter Larson III '70 Executive Director, Corporate Development Advantis Real Estate Services Company Are you tired of hearing what others have to say about the real estate market in which you live? The Cornell Entrepreneur Network is bringing you top subject matter experts in this field to share their experiences and allow you to ask the questions you want answered about what is really going on with the real estate industry! Join Cornell Alumni and friends for what promises to be an insightful event. Topics that will be discussed include: • How far out will DC spread. • Affordable housing. • Condo conversion. • Commuting Times. • Where workers are going to live. • Is DC becoming a San Francisco market?
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	CEN Atlanta	March 7, 2006
in partnership with the Southeast Regional Office and The CAAA present: Tag, you’re it! "What's New in the Global Markets for RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) Technology." featuring Murem Sharpe ’70, CEO and Co-Founder, Evoca and Board Member, SAMSys Technologies and John Weir ’83, MBA ’84, President and Founder, Nimbus Technologies Inc. . Tuesday, March 7th, 2006 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM JW Marriott Hotel Buckhead Atlanta 6:00 PM Hors d'oeuvre Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Speaker 8:00 PM Open-Mike 8:30 PM Conclusion Cost: $30 per person RFID and other emerging identification technologies are being adopted in every major sector to track the digital DNA from animals to assets. Around the globe pilots and roll-outs are underway across a wide range of industries including retail, consumer products, pharmaceuticals, transportation, logistics, financial services, automotive, agriculture, aerospace, homeland security, and defense. Technology entrepreneurs Murem Sharpe AB ‘70 and John Weir BSME ’83, MBA ’84 have been working on the front lines of these dynamic RFID and ID technology markets. In 2005 Ms. Sharpe and Mr. Weir formed ID Bridge LLC to identify and accelerate high potential niche products and services in the identification markets. Their presentation will highlight: • How global market trends are changing. • Where the suppliers and early adopters are focusing. • Why the private equity and IPO markets are heating up. Click Here to learn more about Murem Sharpe AB ‘70 Click Here to learn more about John Weir BSME ’83, MBA ’84
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	CEN South Florida	March 2, 2006
in partnership with the Southeast Regional Office and CSFBN present: Whose Goal is it Anyway? Discovering the Real You; featuring Stephen Shapiro ENGR '86, author of "Goal-Free Living" Thursday, March 2nd, 2006 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport Hotel 6:00 PM Hors d'oeuvre Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Speaker 8:00 PM Open-Mike 8:30 PM Conclusion Cost: $30 per person Whose Goal is it Anyway? Discovering the Real You. Goals are often not our own, and we don't even know it. We subconsciously absorb stimuli from the media, friends, and family, and unwittingly tailor our lives to conform to their norms. Traditional measures of success dictate how we live our lives. How do you undo the years of this cultural programming? This eye-opening presentation will take you through a series of statistics, questions, and thought processes to help you discover the real you. Goal Free Living is on fire!! Goal-Free Living is one of the cover stories of the November O Magazine with the headline “What the Happiest People Know for Sure.” The title of the article is “Are Your Goals Holding You Back?” Author, Stephen Shapiro '86 is featured on TomPeters.com ('64) as one of Tom’s cool friends: Tom’s cool friends Watch the video clip from the Boston News Right now, Goal-Free Living is the #1 “Business Inspiration” and the #1 “Business Motivation” book on Amazon.com. It’s #3 in the “Management & Leadership” category right behind “Blink” and “Good to Great.” And it is the #1 Life Skills book on BN.com The book was mentioned in well over 100 newspapers the week before New Year’s Eve. Was a feature in the December Costco Connection Magazine. It is generating buzz & debate. One journalist wrote, “A recent column about rejecting goals proved to be more contentious than any topic I’ve written about.” Additional endorsements
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	CEN Northern California	February 21, 2006
in partnership with CSV present: Whose Goal is it Anyway? Discovering the Real You; featuring Stephen Shapiro ENGR '86, author of "Goal-Free Living" Tuesday, February 21st, 2006 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati 6:00 PM Reception 7:00 PM Presentation 8:30 PM Conclusion Cost: $30 per person See Who Came Whose Goal is it Anyway? Discovering the Real You. Goals are often not our own, and we don't even know it. We subconsciously absorb stimuli from the media, friends, and family, and unwittingly tailor our lives to conform to their norms. Traditional measures of success dictate how we live our lives. How do you undo the years of this cultural programming? This eye-opening presentation will take you through a series of statistics, questions, and thought processes to help you discover the real you. Goal Free Living is on fire!! Goal-Free Living is one of the cover stories of the November O Magazine with the headline “What the Happiest People Know for Sure.” The title of the article is “Are Your Goals Holding You Back?” Author, Stephen Shapiro '86 is featured on TomPeters.com ('64) as one of Tom’s cool friends: Tom’s cool friends Watch the video clip from the Boston News Right now, Goal-Free Living is the #1 “Business Inspiration” and the #1 “Business Motivation” book on Amazon.com. It’s #3 in the “Management & Leadership” category right behind “Blink” and “Good to Great.” And it is the #1 Life Skills book on BN.com The book was mentioned in well over 100 newspapers the week before New Year’s Eve. Was a feature in the December Costco Connection Magazine. It is generating buzz & debate. One journalist wrote, “A recent column about rejecting goals proved to be more contentious than any topic I’ve written about.” Additional endorsements
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CEN Los Angeles

February 16, 2006

in partnership with Cornell Club of Los Angeles and the Western Regional Office present:

CEN LA Luncheon Series; DESIGNING BUSINESS featuring David Lai '97, Co-founder, Hello Design

David Lai '97 Thursday, February 16th, 2006
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Culver City, street address emailed to registered attendees

At this luncheon at Hello Design in Culver City you'll get a glimpse into the business of design and advertising. There will be a short presentation about collaborating on the recent rebrand of USA Network to show how design thinking can be applied across all media, from television to online.

Co-founded eight years ago by David Lai '97, Hello Design is an award-winning interaction design firm, specializing in brand identity and web design. They service a diverse group of clients including Sony, USA Network, National Geographic, Molson, General Mills, and Nike.

David sold part of the agency to MDC Partners in 2004 to join a larger network of creative agencies including Crispin, Porter + Bogusky, Kirshenbaum Bond, Bruce Mau Design, and mono. He will talk briefly about the benefits of having joined the network.

Lunch will be catered by Teaforest, a café next door that David and his wife also own.

11:45AM - 12:15PM - Early arrival networking, doors open at 11:45AM
12:15PM - 12:30PM - Introduction of attendees
12:30PM - 1:30PM - Presentation and discussion of presentation
1:30PM - Hard cut-off of presentation and discussion
Stay to network until 2:00PM if you like!

Cost: $20 per person includes lunch catered by Teaforest

Unfortunately this luncheon is SOLD OUT. We'd be interested to hear what appealed to you. The timing, location, topic? What would you like to see more of? Email shm4@cornell.edu

We only have space for 25 alumni at this event. You must be pre-registered to attend. There are absolutely no walk-ins. Registered guests will receive an email with the street address and parking information the day before the event.

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	CEN Los Angeles	February 16, 2006
in partnership with Cornell Club of Los Angeles and the Western Regional Office present: Whose Goal is it Anyway? Discovering the Real You; featuring Stephen Shapiro ENGR '86, author of "Goal-Free Living" Thursday, February 16th, 2006 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Skirball Cultural Center 6:00 PM Hors d'oeuvre Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Speaker 8:00 PM Open-Mike 8:30 PM Conclusion Cost: $30 per person Whose Goal is it Anyway? Discovering the Real You. Goals are often not our own, and we don't even know it. We subconsciously absorb stimuli from the media, friends, and family, and unwittingly tailor our lives to conform to their norms. Traditional measures of success dictate how we live our lives. How do you undo the years of this cultural programming? This eye-opening presentation will take you through a series of statistics, questions, and thought processes to help you discover the real you. Goal Free Living is on fire!! Goal-Free Living is one of the cover stories of the November O Magazine with the headline “What the Happiest People Know for Sure.” The title of the article is “Are Your Goals Holding You Back?” Author, Stephen Shapiro '86 is featured on TomPeters.com ('64) as one of Tom’s cool friends: Tom’s cool friends Watch the video clip from the Boston News Right now, Goal-Free Living is the #1 “Business Inspiration” and the #1 “Business Motivation” book on Amazon.com. It’s #3 in the “Management & Leadership” category right behind “Blink” and “Good to Great.” And it is the #1 Life Skills book on BN.com The book was mentioned in well over 100 newspapers the week before New Year’s Eve and was a feature in the December Costco Connection Magazine. It is generating buzz & debate. One journalist wrote, “A recent column about rejecting goals proved to be more contentious than any topic I’ve written about.” Additional endorsements
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	CEN Northern California	February 9, 2006
in partnership with CSV present: Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series featuring Eric Young '78, General Partner, Canaan Partners Thursday, February 9th, 2006 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Location emailed the day before to registered attendees 11:45AM - 12:15PM - Early arrival networking, doors open at 11:45AM 12:15PM - 12:30PM - Introduction of attendees 12:30PM - 1:30PM - Presentation and discussion of presentation 1:30PM - Hard cut-off of presentation and discussion Stay to network until 2:00PM if you like! Cost: $20 Includes Box Lunch THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE!!! » See Who Came A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. The Thursday, February 9th, 2006 event features Eric Young '78, General Partner, Canaan Partners.
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	CEN Northern California	February 8, 2006
in partnership with CSV present: "Saving our Global Heritage - Entrepreneurship in International Conservation" featuring Jeff Morgan '84, Executive Director, Global Heritage Fund and Mohsen Mostafavi, Dean College of Architecture, Art & Planning Wednesday, February 8th, 2006 6:00 PM – 8:30PM Crowne Plaza Cabaña Palo Alto, CA Download the Invitation (PDF, 319kb) 6:00 PM Reception 7:00 PM Presentation 8:30 PM Conclusion Cost: $30 per person Firm of renowned architect Rem Koolhaas chosen to design 'building of international significance' on Cornell campus About Jeff Morgan '84, Executive Director, Global Heritage Fund: Mr. Morgan studied regional and urban planning at Cornell, and received an M.S. in Management from Stanford University. He spent 16 years in international sales and marketing before founding the Global Heritage Fund. Mr. Morgan is Executive Director of GHF, whose mission is to protect important sites in developing countries for sustainable preservation, tourism and economic development. With his father, Jim Morgan ‘60, he co-authored Cracking the Japanese Market: Keys to Success in the New Global Economy (Free Press, 1991). For an article featuring Mr. Morgan - Click Here About Mohsen Mostafavi, Dean, College of Architecture, Art, and Planning since 2004. Former Chair, Architecture Association School, London (1995-2004). Director, Harvard Graduate School of Design (M.Arch), and has taught at University of Pennsylvania, Cambridge University and the Frankfurt Academy of Fine Arts. A member of the Royal Institute of British Architects, the RIBA Gold Medal Selection Committee and Aga Khan Award for Architecture Steering Committee, Mostafavi has authored and edited numerous books on architecture practice and theory, including Surface Architecture, and Approximations.
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	CEN Northern California	February 8, 2006
in partnership with CSV present: Downtown San Francisco Alumni in Technology and Entrepreneurship Luncheon, "The Entrepreneurs Innovation Advantage" featuring Lara Jackle JGSM '94, CEO of LightFull Foods Wednesday, February 8th, 2006 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Location: San Francisco location emailed to registered attendees the day before the event 11:45AM - 12:15PM - Early arrival networking, doors open at 11:45AM 12:15PM - 12:30PM - Introduction of attendees 12:30PM - 1:30PM - Presentation and discussion of presentation 1:30PM - Hard cut-off of presentation and discussion Stay to network until 2:00PM if you like! Cost: $20 per person (includes gourmet box lunch) There are absolutely no walk-ins for this event. A forum for Cornell alumni working in downtown San Francisco to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. February 8th features "The Entrepreneurs Innovation Advantage" with Lara Jackle JGSM '94 and CEO of LightFull Foods . Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. All alumni are invited. This event always sells out and has a long wait list. Lara, a veteran in building healthy food brands, will discuss trends in product innovation and how more large companies have an appetite for investing in innovation. She will discuss the entrepreneurial advantage and the "make versus buy" decision at large companies. She will also discuss social impact as it relates to profitability.
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	CEN Metro New York	January 25, 2006
in partnership with MNYRO present the Breakfast in Manhattan Series: “Security in an Unsecured World” featuring, Michael Santarcangelo ’96, President, The Michaelangelo Group, Inc. Wednesday, January 25th, 2006 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM The Cornell Club of New York Cost: $20.00 per person Stay ahead of your competition in 2006! CEN offers power business networking breakfasts in Manhattan. Take this opportunity to share in a short, highly selective, timely business topic while you eat breakfast and meet professional Cornellians working in Manhattan. Breakfasts are open to all alumni of Cornell University and occur before most get started with their workday! This months breakfast will feature Michael Santarcangelo ’96, President, The Michaelangelo Group, Inc. Michael Santarcangelo '96 Security Bio (PDF, 109kb) "Security in an Unsecured World" (PDF, 57kb) Michael's top-rated podcast: http://www.securitycatalyst.com
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	CEN Metro New York	January 24, 2006
in partnership with MNYRO and the Johnson Graduate School of Management present: “Building a Global Brand” featuring Philip Shearer MBA ’79, Group President, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. Tuesday, January 24th, 2006 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM The Cornell Club of New York 6:30 PM Hors d'oeuvre Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:30 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:30 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $25 per person ***THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT, NO WALK-INS WILL BE PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT** Philip Shearer, MBA ‘79 is Group President for The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. He is responsible for Clinique and Origins on a worldwide basis and leads the Company’s online activities, including the Gloss.com joint venture with Chanel and Clarins. In January of 2005, he added responsibility for the Company’s prestige hair care business, including Aveda and Bumble and bumble. Join Cornell Alumni and friends for what promises to be an insightful event as Philip shares about "Building a Global Brand". Robert J. Swieringa , the Anne and Elmer Lindseth Dean of the Johnson School at Cornell University** will be introducing Philip at this event.
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	CEN Northern California	January 24, 2006
in partnership with CSV present: Downtown San Francisco Alumni in Technology and Entrepreneurship Luncheon, Successfully Selling To and Through Wal-Mart featuring Gary Orosy MBA '77. Tuesday, January 24th, 2006 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Location: Will be emailed to registered attendees the afternoon of January 23rd. 11:45AM - 12:15PM - Early arrival networking, doors open at 11:45AM 12:15PM - 12:30PM - Introduction of attendees 12:30PM - 1:30PM - Presentation and discussion of presentation 1:30PM - Hard cut-off of presentation and discussion Stay to network until 2:00PM if you like! Cost: $20 per person (includes gourmet box lunch) There are absolutely no walk-ins for this event. A forum for Cornell alumni working in downtown San Francisco to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. January 24th features Gary Orosy MBA '77 presenting "Successfully Selling To and Through Wal-Mart". This presentation will describe how to sell to Wal-Mart, who will resell your product to end users, as well as, how to sell services - IT, Supply Chain, etc. - to Wal-Mart." Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. All alumni are invited. This event always sells out and has a long wait list. Please note we are moving to a new location, this will be emailed the day before the event to registered participants.
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	CEN Northern California	January 19, 2006
in partnership with CSV present: David Pace '81 ILR, EVP, Partner Resources, Starbucks and Eva Sage-Gavin '80 ILR, EVP, HR, Gap Inc., in conversation with Harry Katz, Dean, School of Industrial and Labor Relations. Learn from the experts how effective practices in operational strategy, human resources, and labor relations can improve the bottom line of a company. Together Gap Inc and Starbucks have 22.7B in revenue, 13,500 stores, and 250,000 employees Thursday, January 19th, 2006 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Fort Mason Center - Cowell Theater 6:00pm Reception 7:00pm Discussion 8:30pm Conclusion Cost: $30 per person More information on David Pace '81 ILR. More information on Eva Sage-Gavin '80 ILR. More information on Harry Katz. Some of the questions that will be covered at this event include; 1)What do you feel are some of the keys to your career success? 2)How do you connect HR to the bottom line of your organization? 3)How is Globalization affecting your strategies? 4)What is Cornell doing to compliment corporate objectives? About ILR Cornell's School of Industrial and Labor Relations is the leading institution for teaching, research, and outreach on the world of work, workplace employment, and HR issues. ILR's early focus was on labor relations but today's looks to serve global management of the work place. About Gap Inc. Gap Inc. is one of the world's largest specialty retailers, with more than 3,000 stores, a fiscal 2004 revenues of $16.3 billion, and more than 150,000 employees around the world to support Gap Inc. and its brands. We operate four of the most recognized apparel brands in the world - Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy and Forth & Towne. Every day, we look for new ways to connect with customers around the world, provide value to our shareholders and make a positive contribution in the communities where we do business." About Starbucks Starbucks Coffee Company, whose net revenues in Fiscal Year 2005 totaled $6.4 billion, is the leading retailer, roaster and brand of specialty coffee in the world. With over 10,500 retail locations and more than 100,000 employees in North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and the Pacific Rim, the Company is committed to offering the highest quality coffee and the Starbucks Experience while conducting its business in ways that produce social, environmental and economic benefits for communities in which it does business.
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	CEN Northern California	January 18, 2006
in partnership with CSV present: "Can I afford to send my kid to Cornell?", featuring Lawrence M. Wollin '70. Wednesday, January 18th, 2006 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Location: Morgan Stanley San Franisco Address emailed to registered attendees the day before the event. 11:45AM - 12:15PM - Early arrival networking, doors open at 11:45AM 12:15PM - 12:30PM - Introduction of attendees 12:30PM - 1:30PM - Presentation and discussion of presentation 1:30PM - Hard cut-off of presentation and discussion Stay to network until 2:00PM if you like! Cost: $20 per person (includes gourmet box lunch) There are absolutely no walk-ins for this event. This luncheon will feature a presentation by Lawrence M. Wollin '70, Financial Advisor, Morgan Stanley, along with representatives from 529 plans. (If you are an alumni who represesents 529 plans we'd love to hear from you!) Lawrence will use the Morgan Stanley presentation (described under the Full Event Description) as a template for the presentation. More information on Lawrence M. Wollin '70.
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	CEN Northern California	January 11, 2006
in partnership with CSV and PCCW present: Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series featuring Cindy Froggatt MS '85, Cisco Systems, Director, Workplace Resources Wednesday, January 11th, 2006 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM The Computer History Museum 11:45AM - 12:15PM - Early arrival networking, doors open at 11:45AM 12:15PM - 12:30PM - Introduction of attendees 12:30PM - 1:30PM - Presentation and discussion of presentation 1:30PM - Hard cut-off of presentation and discussion Stay to network until 2:00PM if you like! Cost: $20 Includes Lunch Cornell Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series is a forum for Cornell's women executives and leaders working in technology and science to develop further connections with each other and Cornell. We've chosen the date for this event to coordinate with Winter Break and hope to see some of our students (who may attend for free with prior arrangements.)
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	CEN Northern California	January 10, 2006
in partnership with CSV present: "Valuing Biotech Compounds" featuring Rick G. Schwartz '78 ENGR, Managing Director, Standard & Poor's Corporate Value Consulting Tuesday, January 10th, 2006 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Basque Cultural Center 6:00pm Reception/Networking 7:00pm Presentation Cost: $20 per person More information on Rick G. Schwartz '78 ENGR Come network with other alumni in life sciences at our usual favorite spot!
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	CEN Northern California	January 10, 2006
in partnership with CSV present: Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series featuring Ravi Mohan '89, Managing Director, Shasta Ventures Tuesday, January 10th, 2006 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Location emailed to registered attendees 11:45AM - 12:15PM - Early arrival networking, doors open at 11:45AM 12:15PM - 12:30PM - Introduction of attendees 12:30PM - 1:30PM - Presentation and discussion of presentation 1:30PM - Hard cut-off of presentation and discussion Stay to network until 2:00PM if you like! Cost: $20 Includes Box Lunch THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE!!! A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. The Tuesday, January 10th, 2006 event features Ravi Mohan '89, Managing Director, Shasta Ventures.
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	CEN Northern California	January 8, 2006
in partnership with CSV, EPE, and CAANC present: The Coming Revolution in Health and Wellness; The 2006 Annual New Year’s Entrepreneurship Event Sunday, January 8th, 2006 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM Fort Mason Center - Cowell Theater Print the Invitation See Who Came Need/Have Ride to Event? Try the CAANC Ride Board 3:30-4:30 PM Opening Reception - Meet alumni working on healthy products and sample their wares "Discuss Smart Trends in Weight Management," and sample Lightfull Satiety Smoothie, a revolutionary, low calorie all natural smoothie paving the way for a new way of eating with Lara Jackle MBA '94, CEO, Lightfull Foods. Sample all natural, organic, gluten/dairy-free Arico Bars, courtesy of Hermanto Hidajat '92, ME '97, CEO, and Angela Ichwan MS ’95, President, Arico Natural Foods. Arico cookies are made with "mindful snacking" at heart and are available in four different flavors – Almond Cranberry, Chocolate Chips, Double Chocolate, Peanut Butter. Sample Gorge Delights fruit bars and Origami Foods vegetable wrapped sushi with Tara Habig McHugh '89, a food scientist with the U.S. Agricultural Research Service. BellaPelle skincare studio will be offering complimentary eyebrow waxing and mini hand facials during our opening reception, courtesy of Jeannie Jarnot '96, Board Member. Get there early to secure your spot for a service from San Francisco's hottest skincare studio. BellaPelle specializes in serious skincare and waxing for busy professionals who want expert services and products. Our goal is to uncover each of our clients' exquisite "bella pelle" - beautiful skin in Italian. 4:30-5:30 PM Maisie Ganzler ’93, Director of Communications and Strategic Initiatives, Bon Appétit Management Company, will present the “Save Seafood Tour” an initiative to promote sustainable seafood choices among consumers, co-produced by Monterey Bay Aquarium. Suggested reading at CSV News "Stick to wild salmon unless heart disease is a risk factor, risk/benefit analysis of farmed and wild fish shows" and "Researcher's outreach helps consumers have their fish and eat it, too." 5:30-7:00 PM A focused, networking walk-around dinner. We will help you find the people you really want to meet. Click Here and scroll to the bottom for more info. 7:00-8:00 PM William Rosenzweig ’81, Managing Director, Great Spirit Ventures LLC, will present “The Coming Revolution in Health and Wellness.” 8:00 PM Performance by Cayuga’s Waiters, Cornell’s student a cappella group. 8:30 PM Conclusion
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	CEN Seattle	January 4, 2006
in partnership with the CCWW and WRO present: “Challenges in Growing a Business; 9 Lessons from Large and Small Companies & 1 Dirty Little Secret” featuring: Sam Kamel '85, Senior Director, Business Development, Microsoft Bill McAleer '73, MBA '75, Co-Founder & Managing Director, Voyager Capital Rob Monster '89, MBA '91, CEO, GMI in coversation with Lisa Fernow '79, MBA '84, President, Fernow Consulting Wednesday, January 4th, 2006 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Grand Hyatt Seattle 6:00 PM Hors d'oeuvre Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Panel & Q/A 8:30 PM Open Mike followed by continued networking 9:00 PM Event Conclusion Cost: $30 per person At this event you’ll hear lessons and perspectives from Microsoft (one of the largest), GMI (one of the fastest growing), and Voyager Capital (venture capital). Does size matter? Which growth strategies to consider or avoid, depending on your company's stage of development: the advantages and disadvantages of acquiring or getting acquired, expanding product lines, expanding globally, and organic growth. Should you take their money? Should you give them money? Strategies for funding growth. Global or local? Positives and pitfalls of competing in a globally connected world. And what about the 'softer' side? Beyond managing the numbers, things every entrepreneur must consider.
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	CEN Northern California	December 7, 2005
Cornell Silicon Valley presents: “Lessons Learned from Extreme Events”, featuring Cornell Engineering Faculty Member, Tom O'Rourke '70. Wednesday, December 7th, 2005 6:00 PM – 9:00PM World Affairs Council of Northern California 6:00 PM Reception 7:00 PM Presentation Cost: $30 per person Extreme events are caused by natural hazards, severe accidents, and pre-meditated human threats. Professor O’Rourke will discuss the growing size and repercussions of extreme events with reference to the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, 2001 World Trade Center Disaster, and 2005 terrorist bombings in London and Hurricane Katrina. He will identify common features of these extreme events and describe the role that critical infrastructure plays in shaping their character and complexity. Conclusions are drawn with respect to the causes of damage, factors affecting the spread and control of damage, and factors that contribute to both the resiliency of urban infrastructure and the attendant services necessary to respond effectively to extreme events that are helping emergency services and disaster recovery. Lessons learned for the managers of infrastructure systems will be summarized. For an article featuring Professor O'Rourke click here. Download Professor O'Rourke's presentation (PowerPoint 49mb)
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	CEN Metro New York	December 7, 2005
"From Bioterrorism to Natural Disasters" The School of Operations Research and Industrial Engineering and Weill Cornell Team to Address Public Health Challenges of the New Century. Keynote speaker: Nathaniel Hupert, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Public Health and Medicine, Weill Medical College of Cornell University Wednesday, December 7th, 2005 Operations Research-Manhattan 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM 6:30 PM Registration/Hors d'oeuvres/Cocktail Hour 7:30 PM Presentation/Speaker/Q&A 8:30 PM Dessert/Coffee/Tours of Operations Research-Manhattan Cost: $30 per person CEN New York in sponsorship with the School of Operations Research and Industrial Engineering at Cornell and the Metro New York Regional Office invite Cornell alumni and corporate guests to join us on December 7th as we highlight several significant developments in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering.
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	CEN Metro New York	November 29, 2005
CEN Metro New York in partnership with The Metro New York Regional Office present Peter Yarrow '59, Folk Singer with the legendary group Peter, Paul and Mary as he speaks about “Non-Profit Entrepreneurship” November 29th, 2005 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM The Cornell Club of New York 6:30 PM Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:30 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:30 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $35 per person "We’re part of a long train ride," is the way Peter Yarrow '59, Folk Singer with the legendary group Peter, Paul and Mary and Founder of Operation Respect, visualizes the many events that have highlighted a career three decades long. With characteristic care, Yarrow places the success he’s had within a greater context, seeing his accomplishments as part of a tradition, to be credited and carried on. "When I was in high school, I heard The Weavers sing ‘If I had a Hammer" at Carnegie Hall," he recalled. "It was inspiring, and it showed me the extraordinary effect that music of conscience can have." That lesson was one which Peter Yarrow took to heart. Join Cornell Alum and Peter in what promises to be an extraordinary event on November 29th as he speaks about “Non-Profit Entrepreneurship”
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	CEN Boston	November 21, 2005
CEN Boston and the College of Engineering in partnership with Cornell Life Sciences would like to invite you to an evening with Dr. Robert Langer '70, Institute Professor of Chemical Engineering, MIT as he presents, "When Conventional Science Becomes Unconventional for the Good of All." Last Boston CEN event until next year! Monday, November 21st, 2005 The Law Firm of Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00pm Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00pm Welcome 7:05pm Opening Remarks, W. Kent Fuchs, Joseph Silbert Dean of Engineering 7:15pm Featured Speaker - Dr. Robert Langer '70, Institute Professor of Chemical Engineering, MIT 8:00pm Q&A 8:15pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $30 per person ** THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. THE ROOM IS AT CAPACITY, NO WALK-INS WILL BE ACCEPTED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION. Dr. Robert S. Langer '70** is one of 14 Institute Professors (the highest honor awarded to a faculty member) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and a graduate of Cornell Engineering. Dr. Langer has written over 850 articles. He also has over 500 issued or pending patents worldwide and a number of companies were launched on the basis of these patent licenses. Dr. Langer has received over 130 major awards including the Charles Stark Draper Prize, considered the equivalent of the Nobel Prize for engineers and the world's most prestigious engineering prize, from the National Academy of Engineering. In 1989 Dr. Langer was elected to the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences, and in 1992 he was elected to both the National Academy of Engineering and to the National Academy of Sciences. He is one of very few people ever elected to all three United States National Academies and the youngest in history (at age 43) to ever receive this distinction. He served as a member of the United States Food and Drug Administration's SCIENCE Board, the FDA's highest advisory board, from 1995 - 2002 and as its Chairman from 1999-2002.
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	CEN Northern California	November 17, 2005
Cornell Silicon Valley presents "The Power of Unfair Advantage" featuring, Author and Cornell Faculty Member; John Nesheim MBA ‘67 Thursday, November 17, 2005 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Computer History Museum 6:00 PM Reception/Networking 7:00 PM Eric Young '78, General Partner, Canaan Partners & John Nesheim MBA ‘67, Author and CU faculty member 8:30 PM Conclusion Cost: $30 per person Download John Nesheim's Presentation (13.5mb PowerPoint) Come join John Nesheim MBA ‘67, as he discusses with the audience how to make Cornell and its resources part of your personal unfair advantage. A Cornell faculty member, John teaches high-tech entrepreneurship remotely from his home in Carmel, CA. He has presented to sell-out CEN audiences many times in Silicon Valley where he is a perennial favorite. John will be introduced by veteran Silicon Valley venture capitalist Eric Young '78, General Partner, Canaan Partners. At this event John will be discussing his newest book The Power of Unfair Advantage : How to Create It, Build it, and Use It to Maximum Effect More information on John Nesheim MBA ‘67 More information on Eric Young '78, General Partner, Canaan Partners This event includes; A Taste of the Islands and Other Hors D’Oeuvres Presented By Catered 4 U Personal Chef and Catering Service. Catered 4 U provides flavorful personal chef meals and catering service to a variety of clients in the San Francisco Bay including Business Executives and Professional Athletes. The company is owned by Sonja Sulcer, a 1996 Graduate of the Hotel School and a native of the Caribbean. Prior to starting Catered 4 U, Sonja worked as a General Manager and Catering Director at companies such as People Soft and Intel. During her tenure in corporate dining, she has catered events for CEOs and Board of Directors of Fortune 500 companies as well as dignitaries of foreign nations including the President of Philippines, Governor of Brazil and the Hungarian Ambassador. In 2003 her recipe, “Jerk Chicken Salad with Mangoes” was featured in Essence Magazine. Sonja currently resides in Fremont CA with her husband Dr. Jarvis Sulcer a 1999 graduate of the Engineer School. She enjoys creating new recipes and menus and sharing her gift of culinary skills with the world. Sonja Sulcer Catered 4 U Personal Chef & Catering Service (510) 438-8800 www.catered4u.com
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	CEN Northern California	November 10, 2005
CSV and JGSM Present: Embracing Sustainable Global Enterprise - "How Businesses are Fusing Social Mission and Competitive Strategy to Address Global Poverty" Thursday, November 10th, 2005 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati 6:00pm Reception/Networking 7:00pm Speakers 8:30pm Event Concludes Cost: $20 per person Come join fellow alumni and students for a lively discussion focused on the evolving sustainability dialogue at Cornell. Dr. Mark Milstein (Scholar in Residence from the Johnson School’s Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise will discuss the theory and practice emerging from this innovative research Center at Cornell. The discussion will reflect on the Center’s work with the rural and urban poor in Kenya this past summer, which focused on testing a strategic protocol for businesses to engage emerging markets at the base of the socio-economic. The evening will be catered by Three Twins Ice Cream, which will provide a selection of its inconceivably delicious organic ice creams as well as other organic treats. The event location is courtesy of Stephanie Sharron '92 JD, who is a partner at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati.
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	CEN Northern California	November 9, 2005
CSV Presents: Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series featuring Noel Fenton '59, General Partner, Trinity Ventures . Wednesday, November 9th, 2005 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Location: TBD Cost: $20.00 Includes Box Lunch THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE!!! A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. The Wednesday, November 9th, 2005 event features Noel Fenton '59, General Partner, Trinity Ventures
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	November 3, 2005
CEN DC, the Mid-Atlantic Regional Office and the Cornell Club of Washington, DC proudly present Len Kennedy ’74, JD ’77, General Counsel of Sprint Nextel as he speaks about “What’s next on the Horizon for the Telecommunication Industry?” Thursday, November 3rd, 2005 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM CEN Forum The Madison Hotel 6:30 PM Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:30 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:30 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $30 per person We know that the future is here and now, but what does this really mean? According to Sprint Nextel, “Communications is integral to our everyday lifestyles. Whether you are at home, at work or on the go, customers today want an integrated experience, one that promises access to voice and data anytime, anywhere – seamlessly from home, the office and everywhere in between.” Len Kennedy ’74, JD ’77 is general counsel of Sprint Nextel. Len is not your typical General Counsel. Prior to joining Nextel in January 2001, Mr. Kennedy was partner at Dow, Lohnes & Albertson, P.L.L.C. advising clients on telecommunications law, regulation and policy, including local exchange, alternate access, cellular radio, personal communications services, long-distance, and the Internet and information services. From 1980 to 1988, Mr. Kennedy served in several capacities including senior legal advisor at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If you’re interested in knowing what’s on the horizon for the telecommunications industry and how that relates to you, your family and your work, we welcome your attendance at an insiders perspective of what’s to come for all of us! Len will be introduced Stewart J. Schwab, The Allan R. Tessler Dean and Professor of Law, Cornell University.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	November 3, 2005
CEN DC, the Mid-Atlantic Regional Office and the Cornell Club of Washington, DC proudly present Jeff Weiss ’79, Founder of ASAP Ventures, as he speaks about “How High-Potential Companies Can Get to Market Faster and Smarter – What VC's Look For.” Thursday, November 3rd, 2005 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CEN Luncheon Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. Cost: $20.00 REGISTER ONLINE Jeff Weiss '79 founded ASAP Ventures to help high-potential, growth-stage companies get to market faster and smarter. Jeff is a long time e-business and on-line commerce entrepreneur. Jeff helped found two firms which deliver information and services to businesses online; E-Motion, formerly Picture Network International (www.emotion.com and www.picturequest.com), which was sold to Kodak in 1997, and CDx (Certificate of Deposit Exchange). Jeff has broad understanding of how young companies grow, how to create and communicate business and marketing plans, in managing operations, as well as in evaluating partners and closing capital transactions. Join Jeff as he speaks about “How High-Potential Companies Can Get to Market Faster and Smarter – What VC's Look For.”
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	CEN Northern California	November 2, 2005
Cornell Silicon Valley and The Cornell Hotel Society of Northern California Present: "The Save Seafood Tour" featuring Maisie Ganzler '93, Director of Communications & Strategic Initiatives, Bon Appétit Management Company Wednesday, November 2nd, 2005 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Handlery Union Square Hotel Cost: $20 per person The Save Seafood Tour is an educational road show highlighting issues surrounding the state of our oceans and offering information on how consumers can make positive environmental change through sustainable seafood choices. The event includes the documentary "Can the Oceans Keep Up with the Hunt?" as well as a discussion led by experts from the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Bon Appétit Management Company. Maisie Ganzler '93, Director of Communications & Strategic Initiatives, Bon Appétit Management Company will present her work with the tour along with Sheila Bowman, Outreach Coordinator for the Seafood Watch program.
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	CEN Metro New York	October 25, 2005
CEN Breakfast in Manhattan Series featuring Renee Siegel '77, MBA '78, Senior Vice President – Investments, Smith Barney Citigroup as she speaks about “What High Wealth Individuals Already Know” Tuesday, October 25th, 2005 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM The Cornell Club of New York Cost: $20.00 per person THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE!!! A forum for Cornell alumni working in Manhattan to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. All alumni are invited. This months breakfast will feature Renee Siegel '77, MBA '78, Senior Vice President – Investments, Smith Barney Citigroup
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	CEN Northern California	October 25, 2005
CSV Presents: Cornell Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series - Entrepreneurship@Cornell featuring John Jaquette, Executive Director, Cornell's University-wide Entrepreneurship and Personal Enterprise (EPE) Program. Tuesday, October 25th, 2005 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Location: TBD Cost: $20.00 Includes Box Lunch THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. NO WALK-INS PLEASE!!! A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. The Tuesday, October 25th, 2005 event features Entrepreneurship@Cornell an update with John Jaquette, Executive Director, Cornell's University-wide Entrepreneurship and Personal Enterprise (EPE) Program. More information on John Jaquette.
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	CEN Metro New York	October 25, 2005
"When the Tables Turn in Business & Law." CEN New York in sponsorship with the Metro New York Regional Office bring you Mark Belnick ‘68, former EVP & Chief Corporate Counsel, Tyco Intl Ltd. Tuesday, October 25th, 2005 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Grand Hyatt New York City 6:00 PM Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:00 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $30 per person Our keynote speaker for this event will be Mark Belnick '68, former EVP & Chief Corporate Counsel of Tyco Intl Ltd, and one of the nation’s most distinguished trial attorneys. Mr. Belnick will share with us how it felt for “the doctor to become the patient.” Mr. Belnick will also share what he learned about our legal system from the other side of the looking glass, and how these lessons may apply to entrepreneurs, bankers, lawyers (particularly inside and outside corporate counsel), and corporate executives. He will discuss what business leaders and lawyers need to consider and address to meet the new demands in this current era of heightened government and regulatory scrutiny and public distrust for certain sections of Corporate America.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	October 24, 2005
CEN DC, Computing and Information Science at Cornell, CCW and the Cornell Mid-Atlantic Region proudly present Bill Nye '77 on "How and Why Science and Computing Are Vital to Our Everyday Lives." Monday, October 24th, 2005 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Detailed Agenda in Full Event Desc. Hyatt Regency Crystal City Cost: $30 per person Bill Nye '77, most widely known as the zany host of ‘Bill Nye the Science Guy’, a show geared towards exposing young viewers to all different forms of science, graduated from Cornell University's Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in 1977 with a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering. At Cornell, he studied under Carl Sagan. Nye is back with a new series aimed at a more mature audience. In his new series, ‘The Eyes of Nye’, Bill explores some of today’s most controversial topics as well as taking a look at everyday science. Bill Nye ’77 and Computing and Information Science at Cornell University will lead what promises to be an entertaining, engaging and enlightening presentation on “Everyday Science.” Could Katrina have been prevented? Scientists like Bill think so.
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	CEN Ithaca	October 15, 2005
CEN Ithaca and the New York/Ontario Regional Office present Cornell's Head Football Coach Jim Knowles '87 as he speaks about “How to Motivate Your Team, Family and Self with Everything You Do.” Saturday, October 15th, 2005 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Taylor Room at the Statler Hotel @ Cornell University 6:00 PM Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:00 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $25 per person If you haven't had the opportunity to attend a CEN event in your town and want to learn more about this dynamic national networking forum for Cornellians, then come join CEN and Coach Jim Knowles '87 as he speaks about what it takes to achieve and maintain a winning attitude with everything you do. Take advantage of the chance to meet one of Cornell's "go to" guys and network with Alumni from around the country.
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	CEN Seattle	October 12, 2005
CEN Seattle, the Western Regional Office and The Cornell Club of Western Washington present ‘The Power of Unfair Advantage’ featuring, Author and Cornell Faculty Member; John Nesheim MBA ‘67 Wednesday , October 12th, 2005 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Grand Hyatt Seattle 6:00 PM Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:00 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $30 per person Come join John Nesheim MBA ‘67, as he discusses with the audience how to make Cornell and its resources part of your personal unfair advantage. A Cornell faculty member, John teaches high-tech entrepreneurship remotely from his home in Carmel, CA. He has presented to sell-out CEN audiences many times in Silicon Valley where he is a perennial favorite. At this even John will be discussing his newest book The Power of Unfair Advantage : How to Create It, Build it, and Use It to Maximum Effect More information on John Nesheim MBA ‘67
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	CEN Boston	October 11, 2005
CEN Boston and the Northeast Regional Office present: "Life, the Universe, and SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence), In a Nutshell" featuring Jill Tarter '65, Director of the Center for SETI Research in Mountain View, California. Tuesday, October 11th, 2005 Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00pm Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00pm Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:00pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $25 per person THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED!!!!!! Click here for Article CEN Boston and the Northeast Regional Office present Jill Tarter '65 she holds the Bernard M. Oliver Chair for SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) and is Director of the Center for SETI Research at the SETI Institute in Mountain View, California., hear about the real scientific search for evidence of life, and particularly intelligent life, elsewhere in the cosmos!
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	CEN Northern California	September 29, 2005
Cornell Silicon Valley co-sponsored with CEN and CAANC present: “The end of oil? The beginning of what?”, a presentation by Daniel Kammen ARTS '84, Physics Professor in the Energy and Resources Group, and in the Goldman School of Public Policy, Co-Director, Berkeley Institute of the Environment. Thursday, September 29th, 2005 6:00 PM – 8:30PM DoubleTree Hotel Berkeley Marina 6:00 PM Light Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:00 PM Networking 8:30 PM Conclusion Cost: $20 per person Find out more about Daniel Kammen ARTS '84-Physics Dan provided us with the following press release, Investment in energy R&D declines despite supply problems and this .pdf file, Reversing the Incredible Shrinking Energy R&D Budget. Please Note: 'After Oil' is the cover story of the August issue of National Geographic. There's both information and photos from Dan's research group's activities.
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	CEN South Florida	September 29, 2005
CEN South Florida and the Southeast Regional Office are proud to present Mimi Whitefield ‘73 , Editor of Business Monday at The Miami Herald, as she speaks about 'How to Get Media Coverage for Your Business' Thursday, September 29th, 2005 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Hyatt Regency Miami 6:30 PM Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:30 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:30 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $30 per person Whether you’re an entrepreneur or responsible for a line of business within a multinational corporation, everyone needs to understand the power behind the press. More importantly how can you navigate the waters of working with the press to maximize your ROI in order to achieve your business aspirations? CEN South Florida in sponsorship with the Southeast Regional Office are proud to bring you Mimi Whitefield ’73, Editor of Business Monday at The Miami Herald, as she speaks about “How to Get Media Coverage for Your Business.”
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	CEN Northern California	September 27, 2005
CSV Presents a "Night of Biotech Networking" Tuesday, September 27, 2005 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Basque Cultural Center 6:00 PM Reception/Networking 6:30 PM Speakers Cost: $20 per person Biotech Networking: Cornell Alumni employed in biotechnology and life sciences are invited to a networking event with light appetizers. This is an informal event. If you would be interested in presenting a short update on your work or company please email Shannon Murray at shm4@cornell.edu
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	September 14, 2005
CEN DC, the Mid-Atlantic Regional Office and the Cornell Club of Washington, DC proudly present Reid Weingarten '71, partner with the Washington, DC-based law firm of Steptoe & Johnson LLP., as he speaks about "Managing High Profile Cases". Wednesday, September 14th, 2005 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM The Capital Hilton 6:30 PM Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:30 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:30 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $30 per person Reid H. Weingarten'71 is a partner with the Washington, DC-based law firm of Steptoe & Johnson LLP and is head of the firm's White Collar Crime Defense group. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Weingarten served as a trial attorney for the Public Integrity Section of the United States Department of Justice and as a deputy district attorney for Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Join CEN for an inside perspective from Mr. Weingarten , who represents such defendants in complex criminal matters, including cases involving public corruption, the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, bank fraud, bribery, government procurement fraud, antitrust, health care fraud and tax and securities fraud. Mr. Weingarten will share some of the difficulties involved in representing these clients. He will be introduced by Harry C. Katz, Dean, School of Industrial and Labor Relations. Due to the nature of Mr. Reid Weingarten's work he is at the disposal of our U.S. judicial system, if in the event our speaker needed to be pulled away for any reason, CEN would reschedule the event for a future date. * Seating is limited. Please register early.
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	CEN Northern California	September 12, 2005
CSV Presents: Cornell Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series Monday, September 12th, 2005 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Location: TBD Cost: $20.00 Includes Box Lunch *THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST, NO WALK-INS WILL BE PERMITTED* A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. The Monday, September 12th, 2005 event features Bruce Sachs '81, General Partner, Charles River Ventures
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	CEN Northern California	September 8, 2005
CSV Presents: Downtown San Francisco Alumni in Technology and Entrepreneurship Luncheon featuring Samir Patel MBA '04, President and Founder of SearchForce on the topic of "Managing Search Marketing as an Investment." Thursday, September 8th, 2005 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM The Women's Technology Cluster Cost: $20.00 Includes Box Lunch There are absolutely no walk-ins for this event. A forum for Cornell alumni working in downtown San Francisco to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Sept. 8th features Samir Patel MBA '04 , President and Founder of SearchForce, on the topic of "Managing Search Marketing as an Investment." Learn how Google and Yahoo will make 12.9B this year in On-line Advertising and how SearchForce's On-Demand software assists their customers to optimize returns on their advertising investments.
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	CEN Boston	August 10, 2005
CEN Boston and the Northeast Regional Office present The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC) as they speak about Technology Transfer and Venture Creation at Cornell University Wednesday, August 10th, 2005 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP REGISTER ONLINE The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC) is the latest chapter in Cornell’s long tradition of intellectual property (IP) and technology transfer. CCTEC is the university’s reorganized technology transfer operation. CCTEC has been designed to manage Cornell’s traditional IP and technology transfer but also to facilitate a more strategic use of IP by the university, including increased corporate collaboration and venture creation. Dr. Corine Farewell, BS'83, DVM'89, MBA'02, Senior Technology Manager, Life Sciences at The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise & Commercialization will describe the new organization and CCTEC’s venture creation process. Specific examples of CCTEC startups and opportunities for alumni involvement in the Cornell venture creation process will be described.
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	CEN Boston	August 9, 2005
CEN Boston, JCOB and the Northeast Regional Office are proud to bring Cornell Alumni "Sustainable Global Business Strategies for 2005 and Beyond” presented by Professor Stuart L. Hart. Tuesday, August 9th, 2005 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Boston Marriott Long Wharf 6:00 PM Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:00 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $30 per person REGISTER ONLINE S.C. Johnson Professor of Sustainable Global Enterprise at Cornell's Johnson Graduate School of Management Stuart Hart, writes in his book, "Capitalism at the Crossroads: The Unlimited Business Opportunities in Solving the World's Most Difficult Problems" that "sustainable business may save the world." He is aiming high with his goal of sustainable development for corporations seeking to grow and thrive. This goal may also help reduce world poverty, reverse environmental degradation and even counteract terrorism along the way. Hart makes a convincing case for how to do well while doing good in his new book published by Wharton School Publishing. If you are interested in pre-ordering Professor Hart’s book and to read a book description please click here * Seating is limited. Please register early.
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	CEN Northern California	June 23, 2005
Cornell Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series Thursday, June 23rd, 2005 Noon to 1:30PM A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. The June 23rd event features Stephanie Sharron JD '92, Partner, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Stephanie will cover material presented at WSGR's Outsourcing Event on June 9th where she is featured at the 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. "Nature of Outsourcing Deals" and 10:15 - 11:00 a.m. "Vendor Perspective" sessions. * Seating is limited to twenty. Please register early as this event always sells out, usually within a few hours.
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	CEN Los Angeles	June 20, 2005
1st Annual Cornell Entrepreneur Network Southern California Golf Tournament Monday, June 20th, 2005 Pelican Hill Golf Club 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM *Limited to first 20 Alumni.* 8:30am Arrival, Coffee available at Club House Lower Cafe 9:00am Meeting with Bill Davidson '90, ME '92 at Club House Lower Cafe. Dicussion on The Business of Golf Club Design, Custom-Fitting & Performance. 9:30am Putting Lesson on by Glen Deck, PGA 10:00am North Course, 18 Hole Tournament includes Box Lunch on Course 2:00pm end. Course should take approximately 4-5 hours Two Player Alternate Shot, Handicaps (est.) Required Prize: Baccarat Crystal Trophy Engraved with your Name & Year
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	June 8, 2005
CEN DC Presents Best Selling Technology and Finance Author Andy Kessler '80 Wednesday, June 8th, 2005 The Madison Hotel 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 6:30pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:30pm Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:30pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking Andy Kessler is a Cornell engineer turned Wall Street analyst turned investment banker, venture capitalist and hedge fund manager. His new book, Running Money, is filled with funny stories from his days running a hedge fund in Silicon Valley. It came out in September, and was recently added to the New York Times Business Bestseller list. His first book, Wall Street Meat, covered his time working as an analyst with Jack Grubman, Mary Meeker and Frank Quattrone.
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	CEN Metro New York	June 2, 2005
CEN Breakfast in Manhattan Series featuring Dick Cahoon, Director of The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC) as he speaks about Technology Transfer and Venture Creation at Cornell University Thursday, June 2nd, 2005 Cornell Club of New York 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM Cost: $20 per person A forum for Cornell alumni working in Manhattan to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. All alumni are invited. This months breakfast will feature Dick Cahoon, Ph.D, Director of The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise & Commercialization.
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	CEN Los Angeles	June 2, 2005
CEN LA Presents: Empowering Women through Knowledge: Smart personal finance advice for today’s busy and successful women Thursday, June 2nd, 2005 Location: The Jonathan Club 12- 1:30 PM Cost: $20 per person Empowering Women through Knowledge: Smart personal finance advice for today’s busy and successful women.Featuring Irene Anderson ‘78 and Barbara Loos. This event is a luncheon format which is not new to CEN but is new to the CEN LA area. This particular luncheon's topic is targeted at Cornell women. The luncheon will provide both the opportunity to learn more about personal finance in a non-threatening casual setting as well as meet other women present via introductions. These luncheons have been enormously successful in other areas of the country and we bet you'll like this format. Irene Anderson and Barbara Loos are Personal Financial Advisors with Primerica Financial Services, a member of Citigroup. They specialize in creating financial plans for clients to identify and meet their financial goals. They also implement 401(K) retirement plans for small to medium size businesses.
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	CEN Los Angeles	June 2, 2005
CEN LA Presents: "Navigating the Hazards of Handling Intellectual Property in Government Contracts" featuring Susan Warshaw Ebner ARTS '77, '80 LAW Thursday, June 2nd, 2005 Location:The LAX Marriott at 5855 West Century Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90045, Phone 310-641-5700 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 Registration/Light Buffet/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 Presentation/Q&A 8:00 Open Mike Do you have Intellectual Property [IP] that you want to sell to the Government? There are many laws, rules and regulations governing the handling of IP in federal government contracts. Knowing how to navigate these murky waters can help you avoid unintentionally giving away your rights to core technology under a government-funded contract. Susan Warshaw Ebner ARTS '77, '80 LAW has been involved in government contracting for more than twenty years and regularly counsels clients and negotiates agreements involving the development and licensing of intellectual property under government contracts and subcontracts. Learn some of the key points you need to know when contracting with the Government or its prime contractors for IP.
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	CEN Metro New York	June 2, 2005
CEN Metro New York: Is proud to bring Cornell Alumni "Sustainable Global Business Strategies for 2005 and Beyond” presented by Professor Stuart L. Hart Thursday, June 2nd, 2005 The Cornell Club of New York 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 PM Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:00 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Cost: $30 per person In his new book, Stuart Hart, S.C. Johnson Professor of Sustainable Global Enterprise at Cornell's Johnson Graduate School of Management, Capitalism at the Crossroads: The Unlimited Business Opportunities in Solving the World's Most Difficult Problems "Sustainable business may save the world," says Hart. He is aiming high with his game plan for corporations seeking to grow and thrive. The plan also may help reduce world poverty, reverse environmental degradation and even counteract terrorism along the way. Hart makes a convincing case for how to do well while doing good in his new book, published by Wharton School Publishing. If you are interested in pre-ordering Professor Hart’s book and to read a book description please click here This event will also feature a quick overview of Engineers for a Sustainable World (ESW). Click here for more details: http://cen.cornell.edu/page.php?id=71 * Seating is limited. Please register early. You do not have to be a member of the Cornell Club of New York to attend. All Alumni are welcome. » See Who Came
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	CEN Northern California	June 1, 2005
CEN San Francisco Lunch with Sports Attorney Steve Baker JD '83 Wednesday, June 1st, 2005 Noon to 1:30PM Place: 600 California St, 7th Floor (cross-street @ Kearny) San Francisco, CA 94108 Interested about the effect of salary caps on the careers of players? Anxious to share your opinion on the escalation of players' salaries and it's impact on fan loyalty? Curious about the wining and dining of unrestricted free agents? Wondering why leagues put age restrictions on when a player can enter a pro league? Questioning what it's like to work with a 23 year old millionaire? Looking for insight beyond the glamour - the real business side of sports? Come speak with one of the country's top sports attorneys, Steve Baker, Cornell Law School '83 . Steve's clients include Lions' quarterback Jeff Garcia, 49ers' tight end Eric Johnson, Raiders' cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha and Texans' linebacker Kailee Wong. Baker has negotiated some of the largest deals in the NFL including the largest quarterback, linebacker and special teams player deals in the league. Baker is also involved in a number of creative programs involving his clients off of the athletic field.
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	CEN Seattle	May 25, 2005
CEN Seattle presents: "Life, the Universe, and SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence), In a Nutshell ” featuring Jill Tarter '65 Wednesday, May 25th, 2005 Grand Hyatt Seattle 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00pm Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00pm Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:00pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN Seattle presents Jill Tarter '65 she holds the Bernard M. Oliver Chair for SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) and is Director of the Center for SETI Research at the SETI Institute in Mountain View, California., hear about the real scientific search for evidence of life, and particularly intelligent life, elsewhere in the cosmos!
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	CEN Northern California	May 23, 2005
Downtown San Francisco Alumni in Technology and Entrepreneurship featuring Alison Gerlach '93 Monday, May 23rd, 2005 Women's Technology Cluster 12:00pm-1:30pm A forum for Cornell alumni working in downtown San Francisco to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. May 23rd features Alison Gerlach '93 on the topic of "Optimizing the Business Start-Up Process: Building the best bridge to cross the chasm between an idea and ultimate success."
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	CEN Seattle	May 5, 2005
CEN Seattle presents; The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC); Technology Transfer and Venture Creation at Cornell University May 5th, 2005 Noon - 1:30 PM Hotel Monaco Seattle
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	CEN Metro New York	April 28, 2005
CEN Breakfast in Manhattan Series Continues featuring Michael Masnick ILR '97, MBA '98 CEO, Techdirt Corporate Intelligence Thursday, April 28th, 2005 Cornell Club of New York 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM Cost: $20 per person A forum for Cornell alumni working in Manhattan to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. All alumni are invited. This months breakfast will feature Michael Masnick ILR '97, MBA '98 CEO, Techdirt Corporate Intelligence.
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	CEN Metro New York	April 28, 2005
"Cyber Revolution: Cornell and the Massive Transformation of Business, Culture, Research, and Teaching." A special Cornell event jointly hosted jointly by Computing and Information Science, CTC Manhattan, and the Cornell Entrepreneur Network. Thursday, April 28th, 2005 New York Information and Technology Center 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 6:30 PM Registration/Hors d'oeuvre Buffet 7:30 PM Presentation/Speaker/Q & A 8:45 PM Dessert/Coffee/Tours of Cornell Theory Center-Manhattan Our keynote speaker for this event will be Jay Walker ‘77 Chairman of Walker Digital Management, LLC and Founder of priceline.com. Also featuring Professor Johannes Gehrke, Associate Director Cornell Theory Center. We invite Cornell alumni and corporate guests to join us on April 28th as we highlight several significant developments in Computing and Information Science. These developments are impacting financial markets, health care and medicine, media and entertainment, communications and emergency services, transportation and supply chain management, as well as many other industries. Cornell is working at the leading edge of these developments, and offers a rich assortment of advanced research and applied solutions that promise to transform society and education as we know it. Cost: $30.00 per person » More Info on Jay Walker '77
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	CEN Northern California	April 26, 2005
Cornell Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series Tuesday, April 26th 2005 Noon to 1:30PM A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. April 26th, Noon to 1:30 features Vineet Buch MS CS '96, Principal, Blue Run Ventures » See Who Came
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	CEN Northern California	April 21, 2005
CEN Silicon Valley presents Downtown San Francisco Alumni in Technology and Entrepreneurship Luncheon Thursday, April 21st, 2005 Women's Technology Cluster 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM 12:30 Arrival and Networking 12:40 Introductions 1:30 Presentation and Discussion A forum for Cornell alumni working in downtown San Francisco to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. April 21 st features; Charles Ribaudo MBA'00 Co-Founder, Jambo Networks, Inc.
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	CEN Los Angeles	April 21, 2005
CEN-LA and CCLA Present “Attracting and Retaining Your Dream Team” Thursday, April 21st, 2005 Location: The Olympic Collection 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 “Dream Team” Panel/Q&A 8:00 Open Mike/Dessert/Coffee/Networking This is the first PANEL of our BUSINESS INNOVATION SERIES Curious about how to attract and retain high performing employees? Have you ever wondered what to highlight about your background when interviewing for a new position? Join us to learn how Human Resource executives at high growth and market leading companies recruit, select, develop and retain top-notch managers.
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	CEN Boston	April 20, 2005
CEN Boston Presents Best Selling Technology and Finance Author Andy Kessler '80 Wednesday, April 20, 2005 Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo One Financial Center 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 6:30 PM Light Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:30 PM Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:30 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Andy Kessler is a Cornell engineer turned Wall Street analyst turned investment banker, venture capitalist and hedge fund manager. His new book, Running Money, is filled with funny stories from his days running a hedge fund in Silicon Valley. It came out in September, and was recently added to the New York Times Business Bestseller list. His first book, Wall Street Meat, covered his time working as an analyst with Jack Grubman, Mary Meeker and Frank Quattrone.
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	CEN Northern California	April 12, 2005
CEN Silicon Valley presents Star Trek Lover's & Geek's Paradise Luncheon, Silicon & Beyond Technological Implications featuring Professor Edwin Kan Tuesday, April 12th, 2005 The Computer History Museum Noon to 1:30PM 12:00 Arrival and Networking 12:30 Introductions 12:40 Presentation and Discussion This luncheon will feature Cornell Faculty Member, Professor Edwin Kan at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	April 7, 2005
Bethesda, MD: CEN presents “Building a Biotechnology Company after the Biotech Bubble” featuring Dr. Scott Koenig ’73, President and CEO of Macrogenics, Inc. Thursday, April 7th, 2005 Hyatt Regency Bethesda 6:30-9:00 PM 6:30 PM Registration/Light Buffet/Cash Bar 7:30 PM Presentation/Speaker/Q & A 8:15 PM Open Mike 8:30 PM Dessert/Coffee/Networking Wouldn’t it be nice to be ahead of the game for once? Or better yet, just to simply have a handle on one of the hottest industries in the country – Biotechnology. Now is your opportunity to take advantage of learning more about what’s to come in the Biotechnology Industry from one of the industry’s best – Dr. Scott Koenig '73, '79 PhD Weill Cornell, President and CEO of MacroGenics, Inc. headquartered in Rockville, MD. Dr. Koenig will discuss changes in the recent past few years and give you a preview of what's to come and how he has dealt with building a new company in the current environment.
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	CEN Baltimore	April 7, 2005
CEN Baltimore presents “Future of Telecommunications in 2005 & Beyond” featuring Ralph Terkowitz ’72, General Partner of ABS Capital Partners. Thursday, April 7th, 2005 Renaissance Harborplace Hotel 12:00-1:30 PM Please join Ralph Terkowitz '72, a long time investor in the media and communications field, in an interactive lunch discussion focusing on the evolution of IP based communications and its impact on your home and business. Specific attention will be paid to VoIP (internet telephony) and the digital "prosumer". In this broadranging and open discussion, Ralph will highlight the recently announced acquisition agreement between SBC Communications Inc. and AT&T, MCI and Qwest/Verizon as well as trends in digital cable. These new and evolving competitors have the resources and skill sets to innovate and deliver the next generation of advanced, integrated IP-based wireline and wireless communications services. What are the ramifications for you? This promises to be a fun and thought provoking lunch.
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	CEN Northern California	April 7, 2005
Lunch with Mark Savage, Director Engineering Co-op & Career Services Thursday, April 7th 2005 The Computer History Museum, Mountain View, CA 11:30AM to 1:00PM Mark Savage, Director Engineering Co-op & Career Services is in town on April 7th and will be available to meet with alumni to discuss hiring Cornellians. » See Who Came
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	CEN Northern California	April 6, 2005
CEN Silicon Valley Presents: The Ins and Outs of the Financial Advisory Industry (how it all works behind the scenes) Wednesday, April 6, 2005 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 6:00pm Reception/Networking 6:30pm Presentation/Light dinner provided by Cornell alumni owned food establishments (tba) This event will feature Ann Wang '93 in a casual and candid conversation about working with financial advisors.
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	CEN Northern California	March 29, 2005
CEN Silicon Valley presents; The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC); Technology Transfer and Venture Creation at Cornell University Tuesday, March 29th, 2005 The Computer History Museum, Mountain View, CA 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	March 18, 2005
CEN DC Presents The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC) as they speak about Technology Transfer and Venture Creation at Cornell University Friday, March 18th, 2005 Tysons Corner Marriott 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM The Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC) is the latest chapter in Cornell’s long tradition of intellectual property (IP) and technology transfer. CCTEC is the university’s reorganized technology transfer operation. CCTEC has been designed to manage Cornell’s traditional IP and technology transfer but also to facilitate a more strategic use of IP by the university, including increased corporate collaboration and venture creation. Scott Macfarlane will describe the new organization and CCTEC’s venture creation process. Specific examples of CCTEC startups and opportunities for alumni involvement in the Cornell venture creation process will be described.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	March 17, 2005
CEN DC presents New Risks in a Global Economy featuring Ambassador Richard Burt 69', Chairman of Diligence LLC. Thursday, March 17th, 2005 The Capital Hilton 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 6:30 pm Registration/Light Buffet/Cash Bar 7:30 pm Presentation/Speaker/Q & A 8:15 pm Open Mike 8:30 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking If you're like most Americans, you're always interested in the what's next factor. Technologists build kingdoms around this business philosophy and academics develop predictive models centered on this fundamental proposition. Leaders like Ambassador Richard Burt help provide strategic guidance and direction to international clients regarding the steps governments and businesses must undertake to mitigate risks and uncertainty in a global economy.
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	CEN Atlanta	March 16, 2005
CEN proudly presents: Rebuilding a Global Brand featuring Jack Ward '65 Hotel, MBA '66, Chairman and CEO Russell Corp on March 16th at the Buckhead Club, Atlanta. Wednesday, March 16th, 2005 Atlanta Buckhead Club 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 6:30: Registration & Light Buffet/Cash Bar 7:30: Presentation/Speaker/Q&A 8:15: Open-mike 8:30: Dessert/Coffee/Networking It might still be cold in Ithaca, but Atlanta is going to be hot in March when the Cornell Entrepreneur Network (CEN) proudly presents: Rebuilding a Global Brand featuring Jack Ward '65 Hotel, MBA '66, Chairman and CEO Russell Corp on March 16th at the Buckhead Club, Atlanta. Jack Ward will share with Cornell Alumni how Russell is strategically repositioning itself into an international sports and athletic corporation. Russell Corp.
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	CEN Northern California	March 3, 2005
Downtown San Francisco Alumni in Technology and Entrepreneurship Luncheon Series Thursday March 3rd 2005 12:00pm-1:30pm Downtown San Francisco Alumni in Technology and Entrepreneurship Luncheon Series.
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	CEN Northern California	March 2, 2005
Cornell Sand Hill Road Luncheon Series Wednesday, March 2nd 2005 Noon to 1:30PM A forum for Cornell alumni to meet other alumni interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Expect to meet venture capitalists, investment bankers, start-up employees, and technology executives. Each luncheon will be limited to twenty attendees. March 2nd, Noon to 1:30 features A. Barr Dolan '71, General Partner, Charter Ventures
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	CEN Seattle	February 24, 2005
CEN Seattle Business Networking Luncheon Thursday, February 24, 2005 Location; See Detail Page Noon to 1:30PM Noon Arrival 12:30 Introductions 12:45 Presentation 1:30 Hard Stop
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	CEN Northern California	February 8, 2005
CEN Silicon Valley presents Art Gensler '57 in Conversation with Mohsen Mostafavi, Dean College of Architecture, Art & Planning Tuesday, February 8th 2005 The Fairmont Hotel San Francisco 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Download Dean Mostafavi's Event Invitation in PDF format (425kb) 6:00pm Reception 7:00pm In Conversation 8:00pm Open Mike
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	CEN Atlanta	February 5, 2005
CEN with the Cornell Southeast Regional Office presents an evening with the Atlanta Hawks vs the Indiana Pacers and networking with Steve Belkin '69, Cornell's Entrepreneur of the Year and a key Atlanta Hawks owner Saturday, February 5th 2005 Philips Arena 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM 5:30pm Meet Steve Belkin 6:00pm Watch team warmup at courtside 6:30pm Dinner ("Spirit bucks" vouchers) 7:00pm GAME TIME! All times shown are approximate, final timing will be announced a few days before the event on February 5th. Boy does CEN have news for our Atlanta Alumni! Many of you may recall that Cornell Alum Steve Belkin '69, Chairman and Founder of Trans National Group was this years Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year. Many of you may also know that he is the largest individual owner of the Atlanta Hawks and the NBA Governor. Each year we do our best to highlight our entrepreneurs of the year with a BIG RED event worthy of their new title. This year all of us at CEN felt like the obvious thing to do was to combine a CEN event with a Hawks Game in Altanta. * Deadline for registration is 5 pm, Tuesday, February 1st!
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	CEN Northern California	February 1, 2005
CEN Silicon Valley presents "Restaurant Entrepreneurship in San Francisco: a CSV San Francisco luncheon story of "Sauce" Haye's Valley's newest bistro." Tuesday, February 1st 2005 The WTC San Francisco 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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	CEN Northern California	February 1, 2005
CEN Silicon Valley presents The Magic of Markets, Market Efficiency and Informational Arbitrage featuring a presentation by Cornell Johnson School Professor Charles Lee MBA '89 Phd '90 Tuesday, February 1st 2005 The World Affair's Council San Francisco 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 6:00pm Reception 7:00pm Panel 8:00pm Open Mike This event will feature the presentation "The Magic of Markets, Market Efficiency and Informational Arbitrage by Cornell Johnson School Professor Charles Lee MBA '89 Phd '90." Afterwards Professor Lee will moderate a discussion with Andy Kessler '80, Author and Bob Huret '65, Partner FTVentures
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	CEN Boston	January 14, 2005
CEN with the Cornell Club of Boston presents an evening with the Atlanta Hawks vs the Celtics networking with Hawks owner Steve Belkin '69, Cornell's Entrepreneur of the Year Friday, January 14th 2005 The Fleet Center 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM 5:30pm Meet Steve Belkin/Hawks warm-up 6:45pm Escorted to 5th Floor Premium Seats 7:30pm GAME TIME! All times shown are approximate, final timing will be announced in December. Boy does CEN have news for our Boston Alumni! Many of you will recall that Boston native Steve Belkin '69, Chairman and Founder of Trans National Group was this years Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year. Many of you also know that he owns the Atlanta Hawks. Each year we do our best to highlight our entrepreneurs of the year in their home city with a BIG RED event worthy of their new title. This year all of us at CEN felt like the obvious thing to do was to combine a CEN event with a Hawks Game in Boston.
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	CEN Northern California	January 13, 2005
Cornell Silicon Valley Women in Technology and Science Luncheon Series and The President's Council of Cornell Women presents "Global Citizenship and Corporate Responsibility at HP and Chevron" Thursday, January 13th 2005 The Computer History Musuem 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Noon Arrival and Lunch 12:30 pm Presentation 1:30 pm Luncheon Concludes Cornell Women in Technology and Science Luncheon(s) A forum for Cornell's women executives and leaders working in technology and science to develop further connections with each other and Cornell. Kelly Ames MBA '96, Director of Strategy and Communications, HP Corporate Affairs & Mary Parke Phd. '01, ChevronTexaco, Community Engagement Coordinator will be speaking.
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	CEN Metro New York	January 11, 2005
CEN NYC presents best selling Finance & Technology Author Andy Kessler '80 Tuesday, January 11th 2005 The Cornell Club 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 6:30pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:30pm Speaker/Q&A/Open Mike 8:30pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking Andy Kessler is a Cornell engineer turned Wall Street analyst turned investment banker, venture capitalist and hedge fund manager. His new book, Running Money, is filled with funny stories from his days running a hedge fund in Silicon Valley. It came out in September, and was recently added to the New York Times Business Bestseller list. His first book, Wall Street Meat, covered his time working as an analyst with Jack Grubman, Mary Meeker and Frank Quattrone. Andy will talk about working on Wall Street, about what drives Silicon Valley, how they both affect global trade, the publishing business and anything else during what should be a lively Q&A.
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	CEN Northern California	January 9, 2005
CEN Silicon Valley presents its Annual Entrepreneurship Event Sunday, January 9th 2005 The Computer History Museum Mountain View 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM Download the Full Color Invitation in .pdf format (500kb) All times shown are approximate. We'll make sure to email registrants the final timing information. Please note that dress is business casual for this event, a coat and tie aren't necessary 3:30 pm Doors Open. Tour of the Museum available. 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm Beckie Robertson '82, Managing Director, Versant Ventures in conversation with Craig Wheeler '82, MS'84 President, Chiron BioPharmaceuticals 5:30 pm Networking Fair & Dinner (see the note from our caterer at bottom) 6:00 pm Tour of the Museum available. 7:00 pm - 7:45pm Carl Bass '78, COO Autodesk in conversation with Roger Strauch '78, Chairman The Roda Group 7:45pm Open Mike. 8:00pm Event Concludes. This year’s annual entrepreneurship event will feature two keynote “conversations.” Carl Bass '78, COO Autodesk will be interviewed by Roger Strauch '78, Chairman The Roda Group and Beckie Robertson '82, Managing Director, Versant Ventures will be interviewed by Craig Wheeler '82, MS'84 President, Chiron BioPharmaceuticals. The event will include a networking fair, dinner, the two keynote conversations, and museum tours, all for the all-inclusive price of $50.00. 20 Johnson Schools students here for their annual “Week in Silicon Valley” will be in attendance. Additional details will be added soon. So what's a networking fair anyway? It’s a chance to meet people central to your network as a business person, employee, or start-up entrepreneur. Attorneys, CEO, VCs, CFOs, Hiring Managers. The people that have the experience to answer questions and perhaps even grow your network further. We bet you'll agree it’s a lot more fun than a cocktail reception as a way to network with other alumni. We'll be inviting VIP alumni to "staff tables" at the networking fair. They'll be posted at the table for 60 minutes during which time you can come by and meet them and meet other alumni with similar interests. We'll be adding more information about how the whole thing will work in late December.
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	CEN Seattle	January 6, 2005
CEN Seattle presents Strategies for Hiring, Motivating, and Retaining the Best and Brightest, Kenneth DiPietro '81, Corp VP HR, Microsoft in conversation with David Pace '81 EVP HR Starbucks Thursday, January 6th 2005 The Grand Hyatt 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 - 7:00 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7:00 – 8:00 pm Speaker/Q&A 8:00 – 9:00 pm OpenMike/Dessert/Coffee/Networking
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	CEN Boston	November 18, 2004
CEN Boston presents Todd Krasnow '79, Staples for Success: the basics for building a business Thursday, November 18, 2004 Marriot Boston Newton 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 - 7:00 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:00 – 8:00 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:00 – 9:00 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN Boston presents Todd Krasnow '79, Founder of Zoots and one of the original management team members of Staples speaking on "Staples for Success: the basics for building a business".
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	CEN South Florida	November 18, 2004
CEN South Florida presents "The Art of Serious Fun - Keys to Entrepreneurial Success" by Jeffrey Parker '65, M.Eng '66, MBA '70 Thursday, November 18, 2004 The Westin Ft. Lauderdale 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 - 7:00 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:00 – 8:00 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:00 – 9:00 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN South Florida presents "The Art of Serious Fun - Keys to Entrepreneurial Success" by Jeffrey Parker '65, M.Eng '66, MBA '70
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	November 16, 2004
CEN DC presents "Leveraging Personal and Professional Networks for Career Advancement" by Sunny Bates '78 Tuesday, November 16, 2004 The Madison Hotel 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 - 7:00 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:00 – 8:00 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:00 – 9:00 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN DC presents Sunny Bates '78, author of "How to Earn What You're Worth" and President & Chief Executive Officer of Sunny Bates Associates
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	CEN Los Angeles	November 10, 2004
CEN LA presents "Entrepreneurship: An Instrument for Social, Personal and Professional Wealth" by Angeles Echols '79 Wednesday, November 10, 2004 The Olympic Collection Banquet & Conference Center 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 - 7:00 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:00 – 8:00 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:00 – 9:00 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN LA presents PCCW member Angeles Echols '79, speaking on "Entrepreneurship: An Instrument for Social, Personal and Professional Wealth"
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	September 23, 2004
CEN DC presents "Presidential Campaigns - the Ultimate Start up" by Peter Knight '73 Thursday, September 23, 2004 The Capital Hilton 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 - 7:00 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:00 – 8:00 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:00 – 9:00 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN DC presents "Presidential Campaigns - the Ultimate Start up" by Peter Knight '73. In 2000 Knight was Deputy Chair of the DNC; in '96 Campaign Manager for President Clinton; in' 92 Chair of Vice President Campaign and in '88 Campaign Director/Gore for President.
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	CEN Metro New York	September 14, 2004
Sunny Bates '78, President & CEO of Sunny Bates Associates, presents "Leveraging Personal and Professional Networks for Career Advancement" Tuesday, September 14, 2004 Cornell Club 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 6:30 - 7:30 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:30 – 8:30 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:30 – 9:30 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN Metro NY presents Sunny Bates '78, author of "How to Earn What You're Worth" and President & Chief Executive Officer of Sunny Bates Associates
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	CEN South Florida	August 11, 2004
CEN South Florida Presents "Leveraging Your Failures: Lessons Learned from the Ones That Don't Succeed", by Mark Landis `63. Wednesday, August 11, 2004 The Westin Cypress Creek 6:30–7:30 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:30–8:30 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:30–9:30 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking The Cornell Entrepreneur Network (CEN) with the Cornell South Florida Business Network will host an evening of networking with special guest Mark Landis `63, Executive in Residence for The Jordan Company, a private equity firm with headquarters in New York City.
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	CEN Northern California	June 30, 2004
SiRF Technology: Profile of a successful post-bubble technology IPO, featuring Greg Turetzky '85, Director of Marketing, New Product Technology Wednesday, June 30, 2004 The Hyatt San Jose 1740 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95112 Tel: 408.993.1234. 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Reception including heavy appetizers 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Presentation Cost: $20.00 This event features a rarely reported perspective on the long road from company founding to IPO. As an "individual contributor" and middle manager Greg Turetzky '85, Director of Marketing, New Product Technology SIRF will provide a vantage point into startup culture rarely deeply examined at valley events.
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	CEN Northern California	June 29, 2004
No Alumni Left Behind: Financial Tips from Cornell's Personal Financial Professionals. A MAJOR SUMMER CORNELL EVENT Tuesday, June 29, 2004 6 PM Reception 7 PM to 8:30 PM Panel Presentation It's time to pull out the red carpet for a MAJOR CORNELL EVENT. This event will launch the newly formed Johnson School Club of the Bay Area. Co-sponsors include Cornell Silicon Valley, Cornell Alumni Association of Northern California, and Cornell Entrepreneurs Network. Alumni from all Cornell schools and colleges, parents, friends, and students are welcomed. Risa M. Mish'85 JD'88, Director, Alumni Relations, Johnson School at Cornell University will be flying in for the event as well.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	June 23, 2004
Sunny Bates '78, President & CEO of Sunny Bates Associates, presents "Leveraging Personal and Professional Networks for Career Advancement" Wednesday, June 23, 2004 The Capital Hilton 6 PM - 9 PM *THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED* Please check back for future CEN Events in the Washington D.C. area. CEN Washington DC presents Sunny Bates '78, author of "How to Earn What You're Worth" and President & Chief Executive Officer of Sunny Bates Associates
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	CEN Metro New York	June 15, 2004
Fredrick C. Powell '70, Founder & CEO of OMNI Interactive Systems, presents "Entrepreneurship in Health Care - Reflecting on Lessons Learned and Opportunities" Tuesday, June 15, 2004 Cornell Club 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 6:30 - 7:30 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:30 – 8:30 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:30 – 9:30 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN Metro New York with Cornell's Sloan Program of Health Administration presents "Entrepreneurship in Health Care - Reflecting on Lessons Learned and Opportunities" by Fredrick C. Powell '70, founder and Chief Executive Officer of OMNI Interactive Systems
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	CEN Boston	May 17, 2004
Sunny Bates '78, President & CEO of Sunny Bates Associates, presents "Leveraging Personal and Professional Networks for Career Advancement" Monday, May 17, 2004 Sheraton Boston Hotel 6 PM - 9 PM 6 - 7 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7 – 8 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8 – 9 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN Boston presents Sunny Bates '78, author of "How to Earn What You're Worth" and President & Chief Executive Officer of Sunny Bates Associates
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	CEN Metro New York	May 11, 2004
Jules Kroll '63, the Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year for 2003, presents "Persistence" Tuesday, May 11, 2004 Cornell Club 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Please Note Time Change! 6:00 - 7:00 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:00 – 8:00 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:00 – 9:00 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN Metro New York presents "Persistence" by Jules Kroll '63, founder of Kroll, Inc. and CORNELL ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR 2003. Kroll Inc., is involved in tracking assets hidden by Saddam Hussein, as well as Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos and Jean-Claude "Baby Doc" Duvalier.
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	CEN Seattle	May 10, 2004
Bill Nye '77 "The Science Guy" presents "How to Spend Money on the Internet and Not Make a Penny and Get Older and Closer to Death" Monday, May 10, 2004 Bell Harbor International Conference Center 6 PM – 9 PM 6 – 7 PM Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7 – 8 PM Presentation/Q&A/Open Mike 8 – 9 PM Coffee/Dessert/Networking "How To Spend Money on the Internet and Not Make a Penny and Get Older and Closer to Death." Join us for an evening of business networking and a special presentation by Bill Nye '77 “the Science Guy.” Visit his Web site at http://www.billnye.com.
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	CEN Los Angeles	April 8, 2004
CEN LA Presents an Evening of Business Networking Thursday, April 8, 2004 Regency Club Los Angeles 6:00PM - 9:00 PM 6 pm - 7 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/Networking 7 pm – 8 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8 pm – 9 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking "Hilton's Strategy For Beating The Internet" Dave Sherf, Hotel '67, SVP Real Estate/Asset Management, Hilton Hotels What has the Internet done to Hotel companies? It’s brought on intense pricing pressures and moved hotel brands closer to being commodities. With 3rd party providers (Hotels.com, Expedia, etc.) now buying hotel inventory in bulk, more than 15% of the profit is gone—almost $1 billion from the industry. Will the smartest players win, or will the industry be led by greed? With the major players “strategically complete” it’s now time to address a serious threat to profitability and brand integrity.
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	CEN Atlanta	March 31, 2004
CEN South Florida Presents an Evening of Business Networking Wednesday, March 31, 2004 The Westin Ft. Lauderdale: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 6:30–7:30 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:30–8:30 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:30–9:30 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking The Cornell Entrepreneur Network (CEN) with the Cornell South Florida Business Network and Johnson School Club of South Florida will host an evening of networking with special guest Steve Leveen MS '79, PhD '82 President and Co-founder of Levenger.
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	CEN Northern California	March 25, 2004
CEN Silicon Valley Presents ''Industry Inflection Points'' Thursday, March 25, 2004 , Noon - 1:30 PM Crowne Plaza Hotel, Palo Alto, CA "Industry Inflection Points" featuring Oliver Baltuch MENGR '88, Director of Media Center Business, Nvidia Corp.
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	CEN Northern California	March 23, 2004
CEN Silicon Valley Presents: Business Builders: A panel of successful Cornellians in the start-up technology industry. Tuesday, March 23, 2004 Crowne Plaza Hotel, Palo Alto : 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Business Builders: A panel of successful Cornellians in the start-up technology industry. Discussions will center around the panelists role in techpreneurship and any trends they see for the next year or advice for would be start-up employees, and founding entrepreneurs. The event will coincide with Cornell's Johnson School's Week in Silicon Valley and is expected to include 30 students.
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	CEN Metro New York	March 9, 2004
CEN Metro New York Presents an evening of Business Networking Tuesday, March 9, 2004 Cornell Club 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 6:30 - 7:30 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:30 – 8:30 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:30 – 9:30 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN Metro New York presents "Marketing Your Business/Marketing Yourself: Essential Elements in a Successful Game Plan" by Terri Edelman '78, Principal and Founder of The Edelman Group.
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	CEN Los Angeles	February 26, 2004
CEN LA Presents an Evening of Business Networking Thursday, February 26, 2004 Regency Club Los Angeles 6:00PM - 9:00 PM 6 pm - 7 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7 pm – 8 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8 pm – 9 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking "A NEW VISION IN TELEVISION " Robyn Miller ‘73, SVP Marketing, FINE LIVING Network Join industry expert, Robyn Miller, and find out how “lifestyle-targeted media” like FINE LIVING, a new Scripps cable network, are changing viewer expectations and reshaping the business of television. How is the game different now for everyone? Advertisers and marketers need a new strategy for finding customers, and now viewers can take control of their time-starved world, watching when they want to and skipping commercials. The integrated brand strategy of FINE LIVING is a very successful response to the complexity and fragmentation in today’s marketplace.
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	CEN Northern California	February 12, 2004
CEN Silicon Valley Presents Thursday, February 12, 2004 Peninsula Community Foundation: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Marketing & Market-Driven Product Development for the Homeland Security Market
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	CEN Northern California	January 22, 2004
CEN Silicon Valley Presents an evening of Business Networking Thursday, January 22, 2004 The Fairmont Hotel San Francisco: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Financial Services: Changing the Competitive Landscape via Innovation and Deployment of New Information Technologies
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	January 14, 2004
CEN Washington DC with the Cornell Black Alumni Association (CBAA) Presents Sheila Johnson, Co-founder, Black Entertainment Television (BET). Introduction by President Jeffrey Lehman '77 Wednesday, January 14, 2004 Capital Hilton - 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 6:45 pm – 7:45 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 7:45 pm – 8:30 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking Join us for an evening of Business Networking and a presentation by Sheila C. Johnson Co-founder, Black Entertainment Television (BET). Ms. Johnson will be joined by Cornell Agricultural Economics and Management (AEM) Professor Deborah Streeter, Bruce Failing Sr. Professor of Personal Enterprise, for the presentation. Introduction by Cornell President Jeffrey Lehman '77.
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	CEN Metro New York	January 13, 2004
CEN Metro New York Event Rescheduled Metro New York CEN Networking Event originally scheduled for Tuesday, January 13, 2004 has been rescheduled for Tuesday, May 11, 2004.
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	CEN Northern California	January 11, 2004
CEN Silicon Valley Presents 50 Silicon Valley History Lessons Sunday January 11th, 2004 The New Computer History Museum in Mountain View, CA 3:00 PM - 8:30 PM 50 Silicon Valley History Lessons: The 2004 Cornell Silicon Valley, Cornell Entrepreneur Network, and Cornell Entrepreneurship and Personal Enterprise Program New Year Entrepreneurship Event. Two panels of five alumni will each bring 5 Silicon Valley history lessons for a total of 50 lessons. Doors open at 3PM. Event includes a reception, dinner, and tours of the museum.
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	CEN Seattle	January 8, 2004
CEN Seattle Presents and Evening of Business Networking Thursday, January 8, 2004 Grand Hyatt Seattle 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6 - 7 pm Buffet reception/cash bar/networking 7 - 8 pm Presentation/Q&A/Open Mike 8 - 9 pm Coffee/Dessert/Networking Join us for "Venture Creation and the Outlook for 2004", an evening of Business Networking and a panel presentation with Corine Farewell '83, DVM '89, MBA '02, Bill McAleer '73, MBA '75, Vijay Vashee '75 and Jim Severson.
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	CEN Boston	December 10, 2003
Boston CEN Boston and CPN present an evening of Business Networking Wednesday, December 10, 2003 MBTA Transportation Building: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM "Will Smart Growth Help Us Build a Thriving Economy?"
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	CEN Los Angeles	November 20, 2003
CEN LA Presents an evening of Business Networking Thursday November 20, 2003 Regency Club Los Angeles 6:00PM - 9:00 PM 6 pm - 7 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7 pm – 8 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8 pm – 9 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking Presentation by Peter Nolan ’80, MBA ‘82, Managing Partner Leonard Green and Partners “Wealth Creation through Private Equity”
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	November 13, 2003
CEN DC Presents an evening of Business Networking Thursday, November 13, 2003 TYSONS CORNER MARRIOTT - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6 pm - 7 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7 pm – 8 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8 pm – 9 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking Presentation by Kevin McGovern '70, Chairman and CEO of McGovern Capital LLC “Building Your Business by Maximizing Intellectual Property”
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	CEN Metro New York	November 11, 2003
CEN Metro New York Presents an evening of Business Networking Tuesday, November 11, 2003 Cornell Club 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 6:30 - 7:30 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7:30 – 8:30 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8:30 – 9:30 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking CEN Metro New York with the President’s Council of Cornell Women present Jan Rock Zubrow '77, founder and president of MedCapital, LLC "It's Never Too Late to be an Entrepreneur": Making the Transition from "Corporate" to "Start-up"
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	CEN Boston	November 6, 2003
Boston CEN Presents an evening of Business Networking Thursday, November 6, 2003 Hilton Boston Back Bay: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6 - 7 pm Buffet Reception/Cash Bar/ Networking 7 - 8 pm Speaker/Q & A/Open Mike 8 - 9 pm Dessert/Coffee/Networking Presentation by Steve Leveen MS '79, PhD '82, Co-founder of Levenger. "The Unlikely Entrepreneur: How to Succeed in Business Even if you Don't Have the Usual Background"
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	CEN Metro New York	October 14, 2003
CEN Metro New York Presents Mark Tatum '91 Tuesday, October 14, 2003 Cornell Club: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Mark Tatum '91, is Senior Director and Group Manager of Marketing Partnerships for the NBA. His responsibilities include overseeing the development of marketing programs for the NBA, USA Basketball and the Basketball Hall of Fame. Prior to joining the NBA in 1999, Mr. Tatum worked for Major League Baseball in their Corporate Sponsorship and Marketing Department.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	October 7, 2003
CEN Washington D.C. with the President's Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) Presents Cynthia Froggatt MS '85 Tuesday October 7, 2003 RESCHEDULED FROM: Thursday September 18, 2003 Capital Hilton Washington, D.C., 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM “Leading from a Distance” Cynthia C. Froggatt MS '85, author of "Work Naked: Eight Essential Principles for Peak Performance in the Virtual Workplace" (Jossey-Bass/Wiley, 2001), describes how to work together even when team members are far apart. The focus of her second book, "Leading from a Distance," is the movement toward a more distributed workforce. By exploring trends in distance collaboration and mobile technology, Froggatt makes important recommendations about maintaining high performance in a geographically-dispersed, global work environment.
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	CEN Boston	September 30, 2003
CEN Boston and the Cornell Professional Network Present ''Will Smart Growth Help us Build a Thriving Economy?'' Postponed. “Will Smart Growth Help us Build a Thriving Economy?” We regret to inform you that this event has been cancelled for September 30. However, due to the high level of interest shown, we will reschedule it and let you know as soon as we have the new date.
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	CEN Northern California	September 10, 2003
CEN Silicon Valley with the President's Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) present Jill Tarter '65 Wednesday, September 10, 2003 Hayes Mansion, San Jose, CA 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM "Life, the Universe, and SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence), In a Nutshell ” Cornell Silicon Valley with the President's Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) present; Jill Tarter '65 she holds the Bernard M. Oliver Chair for SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) and is Director of the Center for SETI Research at the SETI Institute in Mountain View, California., hear about the real scientific search for evidence of life, and particularly intelligent life, elsewhere in the cosmos!
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	CEN Boston	September 10, 2003
CEN Boston with the President's Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) Presents Cynthia Froggatt MS '85 Wednesday September 10, 2003 Boston Marriott Cambridge: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM “Leading from a Distance” Cynthia C. Froggatt MS '85, author of "Work Naked: Eight Essential Principles for Peak Performance in the Virtual Workplace" (Jossey-Bass/Wiley, 2001), describes how to work together even when team members are far apart. The focus of her second book, "Leading from a Distance," is the movement toward a more distributed workforce. By exploring trends in distance collaboration and mobile technology, Froggatt makes important recommendations about maintaining high performance in a geographically-dispersed, global work environment.
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	CEN Metro New York	September 9, 2003
Metro NY CEN Presents W. Kent Fuchs Tuesday, September 9, 2003 Cornell Club: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM "Fostering New Businesses from The College of Engineering Technology" W. Kent Fuchs, the Joseph Silbert Dean of Engineering, has been Dean of Engineering since July 1, 2002, coming to Cornell from Purdue University where he was Head of the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He will present some case studies of businesses that have been started out of Cornell engineering research, discuss the lessons learned from these start-ups, provide advice for investors seeking to participate with Cornell in this way, and look ahead to possibilities for the future.
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	CEN Los Angeles	September 4, 2003
CEN Los Angeles Presents Greg Dollarhyde '80, MBA '81 Thursday September 4, 2003 Regency Club, 10900 Wilshire Blvd. (at Westwood)Los Angeles 6:00PM - 9:00 PM "Buy the Concept, Sell the Growth” Greg Dollarhyde '80, MBA '81 bought the Baja Fresh fast casual Mexican concept and sold the growth to Wendy's for $275 Million. Not every niche concept explodes onto the national scene, but in 1998 Greg spotted potential in Baja Fresh. He raised $26 million to acquire the 44 store chain. Four years later, the prospect of a $50 million IPO had Wall Street salivating. Instead, Wendy’s validated Greg’s vision and trumped the IPO with a $275 million buyout.
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		July 23, 2003
CEN Atlanta Presents Phil Mazzilli '62, MBA '63 Wednesday July 23, 2003 The Ritz-Carlton Hotel: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM “Equifax - A Growth Company in the Information Technology Industry” Philip Mazzilli '62, MBA '63 is the recently retired Chief Financial Officer of Equifax, Inc. Prior to this position, Mr. Mazzilli served as executive vice president and chief financial officer at Atlanta-based NOVA Corporation. From 1992 until 1999 he was Corporate Vice President, Treasurer and Controller of Equifax. He had the responsibility for all accounting and treasury functions as well as a key role in integrating numerous acquisitions in the U.S., Europe in Latin America. Prior to joining Equifax in 1992, Mr. Mazzilli held several executive level positions with Equitable Life Assurance Society, IBM, Amerada Hess and the Lillian Vernon Corp.
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	CEN Metro New York	July 22, 2003
Cornell Alumni and Students are invited to the annual ''Night Out at Yankee Stadium'' THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Tuesday, July 22, 2003 Great Moments Room, Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY NY Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays
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	CEN Boston	June 18, 2003
CEN Boston Presents Steve Belkin '69 Wednesday June 18, 2003 Sheraton Boston: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM “Lessons Learned by an Entrepreneur” In 1974, Steve Belkin '69 founded Trans National Group, a direct response marketing and investment company, which today has a staff of 300 and over $200 million per year in sales. Under the Trans National umbrella, Steve has started 26 companies. Eight have been sold, including an affinity credit card company which originated over 10 million credit cards. Among the remaining successful operating companies are TNT Vacations, Trans National Communications, Trans National Financial Services, Trans National Ventures, Trans National Marketing, B.E. Realty, and Charlesgate Management Company. Additionally, Steve is pursuing an NBA franchise with Larry Bird and M.L. Carr.
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	CEN Northern California	June 12, 2003
CEN Silicon Valley Presents ''Doing Business In China'' Thursday, June 12, 2003 The "W" Hotel, San Francisco, CA: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM "Doing Business In China” Three alumni assess the challenges and opportunities in seeking new markets, reducing costs and developing new technologies. Carl Bass ’83, EVP Design Solutions Division, Autodesk Nisa Leung’92 , Venture Partner, PacRim Venture Partners Bob Staley ’58, MBA ’59 , Senior Advisor/Retired Vice-Chairman of Emerson Electric.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	May 29, 2003
CEN Washinton DC Presents: Jeffrey Parker '65, M.Eng '66, MBA '70 Thursday, May 29, 2003 TYSONS CORNER MARRIOTT: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM "The Art of Serious Fun - Keys to Entrepreneurial Success" Jeffrey Parker '65, M.Eng '66, MBA '70, is Founder of First Call, Co-founder and CEO of CCBN, and Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year 2001.
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	CEN Seattle	May 22, 2003
CEN Seattle Presents Tom Coleman Thursday, May 22, 2003 Hyatt Regency Bellevue, Bellevue WA 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM "Low-Cost SuperComputing with High Performance Clusters” What ideas will be funded now that the power of high performance super computing is cost-efficient? How can savvy entrepreneurs harness this technology? Join us and meet Tom Coleman, Director of the Cornell Theory Center. He will highlight how Cornell is advancing supercomputing through high performance cluster computing and share how you can benefit.
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	CEN Boston	May 21, 2003
Boston CEN with the Cornell Professional Network (CPN) in Boston Presents Kevin Lemanowicz '91 Wednesday, May 21, 2003 On-site at Fox25 Studios: 6:30pm -8:30pm "The Art & Business of Live Broadcast Meteorology and News" Join us for a tour of the Fox25 broadcast studios and an exciting discussion led by Kevin Lemanowicz '91 and his news/editorial colleagues at Fox25 as we explore several critical aspects of live broadcasting such as technology, economics, editing/censoring, bias, and others. With media proliferation where weather and news have numerous dedicated channels and reporters are routinely live at major world events, learn how Fox25 in Boston carves its own niche in that crowded space.
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	CEN Los Angeles	May 21, 2003
CEN Los Angeles Presents Tom Coleman Wednesday, May 21, 2003 The Westin Los Angeles Airport : 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM "Low-Cost SuperComputing with High Performance Clusters” What ideas will be funded now that the power of high performance super computing is cost-efficient? How can savvy entrepreneurs harness this technology? Join us and meet Tom Coleman, Director of the Cornell Theory Center. He will highlight how Cornell is advancing supercomputing through high performance cluster computing and share how you can benefit.
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	CEN Northern California	May 20, 2003
CEN Silicon Valley Presents Tom Coleman Tuesday, May 20, 2003 The Fairmont San Francisco: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM "Low-Cost SuperComputing with High Performance Clusters” What ideas will be funded now that the power of high performance super computing is cost-efficient? How can savvy entrepreneurs harness this technology? Join us and meet Tom Coleman, Director of the Cornell Theory Center. He will highlight how Cornell is advancing supercomputing through high performance cluster computing and share how you can benefit.
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	CEN Metro New York	May 13, 2003
''The Unlikely Entrepreneur: How to Succeed in Business Even if you Don't Have the Usual Background'' Tuesday, May 13, 2003 Cornell Club: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Steve Leveen MS '79, PhD '82, Co-founded Levenger with his wife Lori in 1987 in their condo in Belmont, Massachusetts. The company began with a one-inch ad in The New Yorker offering "Serious Lighting for Serious Readers." After relocating to Delray Beach, Florida in 1989, the company grew rapidly, expanding into specially designed furniture, leather goods, pens, notebooks and other products for readers, writers and thinkers. Levenger designs most of its products, either in-house or with the help of top designers from around the world. Levenger was on the Inc. Magazine list of America's fastest growing companies for four years running.
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	CEN Northern California	April 22, 2003
CEN Silicon Valley Presents ''Your Healthy Diet: What your genes may someday tell you.'' Tuesday, April 22nd, 2003 Stanford Park Hotel: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm "Your Healthy Diet: What your genes may someday tell you." At this event Dean Patsy Brannon '79 of Cornell's College of Human Ecology will give a presentation and answer questions regarding her research on "Your Healthy Diet: What your genes may someday tell you." Alumni, Parents, and Friends of Cornell are warmly invited for a buffet dinner, networking, presentation, and opportunity to ask questions about this topic and the state of the College of Human Ecology at Cornell
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	CEN Boston	April 9, 2003
CEN Boston Presents John Neuman, Interm CEO of eCornell Wednesday, April 9, 2003 Sheraton Boston: 6:00pm -9:00pm "The Business of eCornell: Parachuting into a Venture" John Neuman '62, MEng '63, interim CEO for eCornell since November & past career management consultant with A.T. Kearney, Coopers & Lybrand, McKinsey & Company, will discuss the business issues of this Cornell, e-learning start-up and its future role in a hot emerging industry.
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	CEN Metro New York	April 8, 2003
CEN Metro NY Presents Tuesday, April 8, 2003 Cancelled "Entrepreneurship In The New Millennium" A presentation by Rob Ryan '69, Founder/CEO of Ascend Communications, Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year 2002, JGSM Adjunct Professor and Entrepreneur in Residence and the author of Smartups. Rob will focus on the keys to successful entrepreneurship in this chaotic and competitive business environment.
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	March 27, 2003
CEN Washington DC Presents Knight Kiplinger '69 Thursday, March 27, 2003 "What's Ahead for the U.S. Economy: Global Tension, Economic Stimulus and Cut-Throat Competition." Knight Kiplinger '69 is one of America's most respected economic journalists and business forecasters. He is editor in chief of The Kiplinger Letter, Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine and KiplingerForecasts.com. The Letter, a weekly publication started in 1923, has more than 200,000 subscribers. Kiplinger's Personal Finance, the first magazine in the field of personal money management, was founded in 1947 and today has a monthly circulation of more than one million.
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	CEN Metro New York	March 11, 2003
CEN Metro NY Presents John Neuman, Interm CEO of eCornell Tuesday, March 11, 2003 "The Business of eCornell: Parachuting into a Venture" John Neuman '62, MEng '63, interim CEO for eCornell since November & past career management consultant with A.T. Kearney, Coopers & Lybrand, McKinsey & Company, will discuss the business issues of this Cornell, e-learning start-up and its future role in a hot emerging industry.
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	CEN Northern California	March 5, 2003
CEN Silicon Valley Presents ''Success Stories of the Cornell Entrepreneur Network in Action'' Wednesday March 5th, 2003 "Why Did They Get the Money? What's the Cornell Difference? - An evening discussion with venture capitalists and the companies they funded." At this special evening event we will examine why Canaan Partners funded IDAnalytics and Notiva Corp. and look at how Cornell was involved. This CEN in action event features: John Nesheim MBA '67 Cornell's JGSM adjunct Professor and Silicon Valley Start-up author, with panelists; John Balen ENG '82, MBA '86 General Partner Canaan Partners, Mark Brandt CALS '86 Vice President, Corporate Development and Co-Founder Notiva Corporation, Andy Firlik ARTS '90, MD '93, Steve Gal CALS '88 Co-founder and VP Sales and Marketing ID Analytics, Eric Young ENG '78 General Partner Canaan Partners.
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	CEN Ithaca	February 21, 2003
Cornell's 2003 Entrepreneurship and Private Equity Symposium Friday, February 21, 2003 "Creative Strategies for Today's Economy" Are you interested in starting your own business? Do you know how experts decide which companies should receive funding? The symposium offers a full day of interactive learning opportunities and networking events. Panelists include leading entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, private equity specialists and technology transfer and intellectual property specialists. Sponsored by the Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital (EVC) Club and CEN.
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	CEN Northern California	February 11, 2003
CEN Silicon Valley ''Panel Presentations on Ag-Biotech'' Tuesday, February 11th, 2003 "Panel Presentations on Ag-Biotech" Ag-Biotech involves technologies and tools that create, modify, or improve plants and animals. Looking to the future these technologies might lead to foods with improved nutritional qualities, and methods for improving environmental sustainability through the development of biofuels and bio-based materials. Moderator: David McElroy '92, Vice-President of Operations and Business Development Verdia; Panelists: Stephen Kresovich, Director of the Institute for Genomic Diversity and a Professor in the Department of Plant Breeding and Plant Biology at Cornell University, George Scangos '70, President and CEO Exelixis
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	CEN Metro New York	February 11, 2003
CEN Metro NY Presents Tom Coleman, Director of the Cornell Theory Center Tuesday, February 11, 2003 "The Cornell Theory Center: Working with Industry on High-Performance Computing (and Finance)" High-performance computing, clustering technology, and $60 million of support from Microsoft/Intel/Dell. Hear Tom Coleman, Director of the Cornell Theory Center, discuss how this technology provides solutions and services to business, government and academic clients, and how it will impact you.
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	CEN Seattle	January 9, 2003
CEN Seattle Presents ''Behind the Headlines: Top VC's Share an Insider's Perspective on Investing in the New Millennium'' Thursday, January 9, 2003 "Behind the Headlines: Top VC's Share an Insider's Perspective on Investing in the New Millennium" Panelists include Bill McAleer '73, MBA '75 of Voyager Capital, Gerald Langeler '72 of OVP Venture Partners, and John Balen '82, MBA '86 of Canaan Partners; moderated by Johnson Graduate School of Management Professor David BenDaniel.
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	CEN Metro New York	January 8, 2003
CEN Metro NY Presents Abby Joseph Cohen '73 Wednesday, January 8, 2003 "Back to Basics: Economic Growth and the Financial Markets" Abby Joseph Cohen '73 is highly ranked in U.S. portfolio strategy. She was inducted into the Wall Street Week Hall of Fame in 1997 and has been honored by the New York Stock Exchange. She is also a Cornell Trustee.
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	CEN Northern California	January 5, 2003
CEN Silicon Valley Presents The 2003 Annual CEN Dinner - ''Navigating Change (Again!)'' Sunday, January 5, 2003 The 2003 Annual CEN Dinner - ''Navigating Change (Again!)'' Alumni and Guests will join Ken Derr '59, '60 Chairman of Chevron (retired) for breathtaking networking, dinner, and a keynote address at the top of the Bank of America Building in San Francisco. Ken will be introduced by Cornell Trustee Phil Young '63, General Partner at US Venture Partners.
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	CEN Northern California	December 12, 2002
CEN Silicon Valley Presents its Launch Party for lifesciences.cornell.edu - a biotech networking event Thursday, December 12, 2002 "lifesciences.cornell.edu - a biotech networking event" Cornell Alumni employed in biotechology and life sciences are invited to a networking event and celebration of Cornell's New Life Sciences Initiative.
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	CEN Northern California	December 5, 2002
CEN Silicon Valley Presents ''Entrepreneurship in The New Millennium'' Thursday, December 5th, 2002 "Entrepreneurship in The New Millennium" A Keynote Presentation by Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year 2002, Rob Ryan '69, Founder of Ascend Communications and the Entrepreneur America Bootcamp
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	CEN Boston	November 19, 2002
CEN and CPN Boston Present Tuesday, November 19, 2002 "How Smart Investors and Companies Operate in the Current Investment Climate" A panel of mutual fund managers featuring: Gail Bronwyn Lese MD '93, Manager of Fidelity Select Food and Agriculture Portfolio; Tom Sprague ENG '79, Former manager of Fidelity Large Cap Growth; Peter Marx '64, LAW '68, JGSM '68 Chairman, The Marx Group; Organizer: Gary Goffin '88, President, The Goffin Group Inc.
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	CEN Metro New York	November 12, 2002
CEN Metro NY Presents Rich Marin '75, MBA '76 Tuesday, November 12, 2002 "Graceful Exits and Ripened Lemons" Rich Marin draws on his past experiences to share strategies and tools for deciding when to continue to support a struggling business investment or when to exit and refocus.
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	CEN Los Angeles	November 7, 2002
CEN LA Presents Jim Severson Thursday, November 7, 2002 CEN LA Presents "What’s Hot? University Technology Transfer" Jim Severson, President of Cornell Research Foundation, and Greg Baxter, CEO of Aegen Biosciences.
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	CEN Northern California	October 16, 2002
CEN Silicon Valley Presents John Nesheim '67 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 "Redefining Success - Lessons from the Internet Cycle" John Nesheim '67 is Chairman and CEO, The Nesheim Group. He is the author and publisher of "High Tech Start Up."
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	CEN Washington, D.C.	October 15, 2002
CEN Washington DC presents "The State of the Technology Economy" Tuesday, October 15, 2002 "The State of the Technology Economy": A Panel Discussion Ralph Terkowitz '72, Publishing Media (The Washington Post Company, CTO), Velan Thillarajah '83, Software Solutions Creator (EAI Technologies, Chief Executive Innovator), Bill Whyman '86, Technology and Internet Analyst (The Precursor Group, President), Chris Miller '93, Venture Capitalist (Draper Atlantic - Principal)
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	CEN Metro New York	October 8, 2002
CEN Metro NY Presents Myra Hart '62 Tuesday, October 8, 2002 Myra Hart '62 is Professor of Management at Harvard Business School and one of four founding officers of Staples. Myra Hart is the Class of 1961 Professor of Management at the Harvard Business School. She teaches several courses in the MBA program, including a second year elective, Entrepreneurial Management, and a first year Foundations course, Society and Enterprise.
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	CEN Boston	October 1, 2002
CEN Boston Presents Todd Krizelman '96 Tuesday, October 1, 2002 "Life After the Bubble" Co-founder and Co-CEN from 1994-2000 of theglobe.com
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	CEN Seattle	September 25, 2002
CEN Seattle Presents Bill Ackerley, MBA '84 Wednesday, September 25, 2002 "Getting Results Through People: Lessons We Can All Learn From the Business of Professional Sports." " Bill Ackerley is founder and CEO of Horizon Broadcasting Group, a $30 million (assets) radio broadcasting company with 11 stations in Central Oregon and Southern Idaho. In addition, the company owns the Boise Hawks, a member of the Northwest Baseball League and a "short" A affiliate of Major League Baseball's Chicago Cubs.
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	CEN Metro New York	September 10, 2002
CEN Metro NY Presents Mike Lyons '65 Tuesday, September 10, 2002 "Venture in the Valley, Entrepreneurship Education at Stanford, and a New Technology for Homeland Security."
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	CEN Ithaca	September 10, 2002
"Exploring the Triple Bottom Line: Social, Financial and Environmental Returns in Business" Tuesday, September 10, 2002 "Exploring the Triple Bottom Line: Social, Financial and Environmental Returns in Business"
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	CEN Metro New York	August 13, 2002
CEN Metro NY Presents Malia Mills '90 Tuesday, August 13, 2002 "Why Madonna Wears Malia Mills: Tales of Survival from the Far Side of the Swimsuit Business."" Malia Mills, businesswoman and swimsuit designer, speaks of her first decade of business.
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	CEN Montana	July 19, 2002
CEN Presents Rob Ryan '69 Friday, July 19, 2002 "The Sunflower Model - How to Invent/Reinvent Your Company" Rob Ryan '69 is Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year 2002, Founder of Ascend Communications and Entrepreneur America.
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	CEN Northern California	July 13, 2002
EPE/CEN/CSV Annual Summer Intern Event hosted by Don Shaffer '91 & Jason Salfi '92 Thursday, July 13, 2002
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	CEN Los Angeles	July 11, 2002
CEN LA Presents Robert Funari '69 Thursday, July 11, 2002 "The Billion Dollar Exit Strategy, an Entrepreneur's Story" Robert Funari '69 is CEO of Syncor.
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	CEN Northern California	June 30, 2002
CEN Silicon Valley Presents "Networking Companies: Atrica, Cisco, BigBand Networks" Sunday, June 30, 2002 "Networking Companies: Atrica, Cisco, BigBand Networks" Vivek Ragavan '77 CEO of Atrica will provide a keynote and be joined by an alumni panel, including Matthew Kennedy '90, Product Line Manager at Cisco Systems, and Seth Kenvin '91 '92 Vice President of Corporate Development at BigBand Networks.
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	CEN Northern California	June 25, 2002
CEN Silicon Valley Presents "Biotech Bonanza 2002" Tuesday, June 25, 2002 "Biotech Bonanza 2002" Craig Wheeler '82 '84, President Chiron Biopharmaceuticals, will be the keynote speaker and be joined by an alumni panel, including Beckie Robertson '82 of Versant Ventrues, David Pritchard '75 formerly of Matrix Pharmeceuticals, David Raskin '97 of Diadexus Inc.
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	CEN Los Angeles	June 19, 2002
Cornell Real Estate Council Los Angeles Regional Luncheon Wednesday, June 19, 2002 "Los Angeles Real Estate: Local & National Implications and Options for Today's Investors" Featuring Keynote speaker, Steve Soboroff, President of Playa Vista. He also served as the president of the L.A. Recreation and Parks Commission and was a recent candidate for L.A. Mayor.
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	CEN Metro New York	June 11, 2002
CEN Metro NY Presents "Night out at Yankee Stadium!" Tuesday, June 11, 2002 NY Yankees vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Buffet/Networking/Open Mike in the Great Moments Room, Yankee Stadium
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	CEN Boston	June 4, 2002
CEN Boston Presents Jeff Parker '65, M.Eng '66, MBA '70 Tuesday, May 14, 2002 "Keys to Entrepreneurial Success" Jeff Parker '65, M.Eng '66, MBA '70 is founder of First Call, Co-founder/CEO of CCBN, and Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year 2001
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	CEN Northern California	May 28, 2002
CEN Silicon Valley Presents "What's Hot? University Technology Licensing" Tuesday, May 28, 2002 "What's Hot? University Technology Licensing" Katharine Ku '71, Director, Office of Technology Licensing, Stanford; Jim Severson, President, Cornell Research Foundation
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	CEN Northern California	May 20, 2002
CEN Silicon Valley Presents "CFOs: The New Rock Stars" Monday, May 20, 2002 "CFOs: The New Rock Stars" Ken Goldman '71, CFO of Siebel Systems and panelists Honor Huntington '70, Jonathan Spira '91, and Ian Shea '96
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	CEN Seattle	May 14, 2002
CEN Seattle Presents Josh Wolfe '99 on Nanotechnology Tuesday, May 14, 2002 "Josh Wolfe '99 on Nanotechnology" Josh Wolfe is Managing Partner of Lux Capital and Managing Director of Angstrom Partners.
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	CEN Metro New York	May 14, 2002
CEN Metro NY Presents Jeff Parker '65, M.Eng '66, MBA '70 Tuesday, May 14, 2002 "Keys to Entrepreneurial Success" Jeff Parker '65, M.Eng '66, MBA '70 is Founder of First Call, Co-founder and CEO of CCBN, and Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year 2001.
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	CEN Los Angeles	April 25, 2002
CEN Los Angeles Planning & Networking Meeting Thursday, April 25, 2002 "Planning and Networking Meeting" Come join us for cocktails, informal networking, and a chance to build your future through CEN LA.
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	CEN Los Angeles	April 11, 2002
CEN Los Angeles Presents Rich Marin '75 MBA '76 Thursday, April 11, 2002 "Jump Start Your Start Up" Rich Marin '75, MBA '76 is Chairman and CEO, Bear Stearns Asset Management and Chairman of the Johnson School Annual Fund.
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	CEN Metro New York	April 9, 2002
CEN Metro NY Presents Jim Severson Tuesday, April 9, 2002 "What's Hot? University Technology Licensing" Jim Severson is President, Cornell Research Foundation and Director, Office of Patents and Technology Marketing.
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	CEN Northern California	March 26, 2002
CEN Silicon Valley Presents "Why Now is a Great Time to Start a Start Up!" Tuesday, March 26, 2002 "Why Now is a Great Time to Start a Start Up!" A Venture Capital panel featuring Bart Schacter '87, Chris Risley '71, A. Barr Dolan and Michael Lyons '64.
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	CEN Metro New York	March 12, 2002
CEN Metro NY Presents Cynthia Froggatt MS '85 Tuesday, March 12, 2002 Cynthia Froggatt MS '85 Cynthia Froggatt MS '85 is author of "Work Naked: Eight Essential Principals for Peak Performance in the Virtual Workplace"
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	CEN Metro New York	February 12, 2002
CEN Metro NY Presents Robert J. Swieringa, Dean of the Johnson Graduate School of Managementof Management Tuesday, Feburary 12, 2002 "Technology and the Markets, 100 Years Ago and Today, the Impact on You" Robert J. Swieringa is Anne & Elmer Lindseth Dean of rhte Johnson Graduate School of Management.
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	CEN Ithaca	February 8, 2002
Johnson Graduate School of Management EVC Club - Entrepreneurship & Principal Investing Symposium Friday, Feburary 8, 2002 Entrepreneurship & Principal Investing Symposium A one-day symposium on startups and financing alternatives.
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	CEN Northern California	February 7, 2002
CEN Silicon Valley Presents "Early Stage Biotech Investing" Thursday, Feburary 7, 2002 "Early Stage Biotech Investing" Presentation by Beckie Robertson '82, Managing Director of Versant Ventures. Hosted by David Jones '80, Director of Business Development, Cell Genesys.
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	CEN Boston	January 30, 2002
CEN Boston Presents "How to Make Your Company Attractive for Early Stage Financing" Thursday, January 31, 2002 "How to Make Your Company Attractive for Early Stage Financing" Panelists: Bob Berstein, Irving Berstein, Alan M. Cody, Richard M. Lucash
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	CEN Northern California	January 29, 2002
CEN Silicon Valley Presents Marie Henseler '86 Tuesday, January 29, 2002 "Don't Get Burned Again: Questions Entrepreneurs Should Ask" Marie Henseler ' 86 is President and Founder of FuturesQuest.
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	CEN Seattle	January 14, 2002
CEN Seattle Presents: Dan Hesse, MBA ‘77 Monday, Jaunary 14, 2002 "Management Lessons That Transcend" Dan Hesse, MBA '77 is Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Terabeam, a Seattle-based telecommunications technology and services company that has achieved success when others in the telecom sector have been forced out of business.
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	CEN Metro New York	January 8, 2002
CEN Metro NY Presents Kevin McGovern '70 Wednesday, January 8, 2002 Kevin McGovern '70 Mr. McGovern is the Chairman and CEO of McGovern Capital LLC, which originates, structures and implements capital formation, joint ventures and business alliances.
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	CEN Northern California	January 6, 2002
CEN Silicon Valley Panel Discussion 2002 Monday, January 6, 2002 Panel Discussion: "Electronic Trading: Lessons From The Failed B2B Revolution And From The Successful Financial Market Evolution" Dan Huttenlocher, VP of Engineering at Intelligent Markets, and Cornell Professor on leave, will give the key-note "Electronic Trading: Lessons From The Failed B2B Revolution And From The Successful Financial Market Evolution". A panel consisting of John Balen '82, MBA '86, John Belizaire '94 and '95, Anita Stephens '78, and Michael Texido '88 will respond and then there will be open discussion.
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	CEN Seattle	October 28, 2001
CEN Seattle Presents Rob Ryan '69 Sunday, October 28, 2001 "Entrepreneur America: Lessons from Inside Rob Ryan's High Tech Start-up Boot Camp," Rob Ryan '69 is founder of Ascend Communication, author of "Entrepreneur America: Lessons from Inside Rob Ryan's High Tech Start-up Boot Camp," and CEO of Entrepreneur America, one of the nation's leading boot camps for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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	CEN Metro New York	August 14, 2001
CEN Metro NY Presents Yankee Night August 14, 2001 NY Yankees vs. Tampa Bay Devil Rays Join us at Yankee stadium for networking, and baseball!
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	CEN Northern California	July 12, 2001
CEN/EPE Silicon Valley Presents John Nesheim Thursday, July 12, 2001 Panel discussion and networking for alumni and interns Panel Discussion moderated by John Nesheim '67, Chairman and CEO, The Nesheim Group, and Johnson Graduate School of Management Professor.
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	CEN Northern California	July 12, 2001
CEN Silicon Valley Summer Event Friday, July 12, 2001 A Panel Discussion John Nesheim MBA '67 presents some insights and historical lessons about economic downturns. A panel of Cornell graduates including Eric Young ENG '78 (Canaan Partners), Bill Rusitzky MBA '90 (Motion Sense), and Bill Trenchard ARTS '98 (Gigworks).
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	CEN Boston	June 13, 2001
CEN Boston Presents Rob Ryan '69 Thursday, June 13, 2001 "Entrepreneur America: Lessons from Inside Rob Ryan's High-Tech Start-Up Boot Camp." Rob Ryan '69, founder of Ascend Communications and Entrepreneur America, provides insights from his book and company.
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