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This premier Arizona eLearning Community Networking event is hosted by GAZeL and sponsored by various vendors.

eLearning Drinks is a vibrant and growing opportunity to socialize and network with others in the field of eLearning i n Arizona, the mecca of eLearning.

If you're an Entrepreneur/Company Owner, Instructional Designer, Job Seeker, Employer, Software Guru, Trainer, BizDev Pro, Tech Manager, Marketer, VC/Angel Investor, Professor,... Student, or even from the "user community" - "eLearning Drinks" is for YOU!

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by Bonnie Henthorn on February 14, 2011

Combination provides organizations access to an extensive repository of thought leadership, research, and expertise in Learning and Development, Talent Management, Sales, Marketing, and Executive Management.

The merger of Brandon Hall Research and AC Growth transforms two industry-leading research and advisory companies into an organization focused solely on building research driven solutions to drive breakthrough performance for organizations of all sizes, in 25 key industry sectors. The newly formed company will be called Brandon Hall Group.

“After 17 years of industry leadership and a reputation for the integrity of our independent research, Brandon Hall Group is poised to continue to grow.” said Brandon Hall, Ph.D. Chairman. “I speak for everyone here when I say that we will continue to ensure the highest levels of service, effectiveness, and integrity. This company now has one of the most experienced management teams in the industry.  Each individual personifies the level of professionalism, experience, commitment to client satisfaction, and sincerity that our clients have come to know and expect.”

SUMMARY OF THE MARCH 12, 2009 GAZeL

Networking event at SKYSONG

Click here for Past Event Information

GAZeL is proud to say that our events this past year have been very interesting. The presentation at SKYSONG on March 12, 2009 was thought provoking and the building with the view of the mountains is beautiful. Paul Skiera Ph.D. spoke on how SKYSONG was developed and how ASU came to be so involved in the world of entrepreneurship. He had a powerpoint presentation to show the stages of the buildings and the programs that are offered. Dr. Skiera is a professor at ASU and also is the Business Development Manager of Sebit, a company producing curriculum software. He is currently Director of Technology-Based Learning and Research, an educational design, content and professional development center at ASU.

Our other speaker was David Alexander Ph.D., Director of the Virtual Training Center. Dr. Alexander began his career as a kindergarten teacher and rose to the position of principal. He was Curriculum Director, and assistant Superintendent in the Roosevelt Schools. From there he went through a vast array of experiences in education and joined Cisco System’s Educational Marketing Group in 1998. Currently Dr. Alexander is the Director of the Virtual Training Center, a non-profit, public benefit corporation dedicated to providing Entrepreneurship Training in economically challenged areas throughout North America.

MOBILE LEARNING Register today for GAZEL’s statewide eLearning Educational and Networking Event! May 7, 2009 11:45 am. - Registration & Lunch 12:00 pm. - Program & Conferencing begins Location SKYSONG, ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center 1475 N Scottsdale Rd Corner of McDowell and Scottsdale Road Building 1, 2nd floor   For Registration Click Here

Program

Mobile Learning will feature presentations on strategies and technologies for mobile learning.

The "Minutes" or After Action report appears below as an attachment!

To register contact Bobbie Kraver bkraver@qwest.net or 602-944-2324

To pay via PayPal Click Here

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SUMMARY OF THE 4^TH CEO BREAKFAST

The fourth annual CEO breakfast was held at the Arizona Club in the Chase Bank Building on January 14, 2009.  The actual attendance was 42 CEO’s and/or their designees.  People began to arrive at 7:15 AM and had about 30 minutes to network.  Many business cards were exchanged and a suggestion was made that we all send emails to the group.  Bobbie will be happy to furnish the list of attendees to anyone who was actually at the breakfast. 

Our president Alex Devereux gave the opening welcome.  He explained where GAZeL has been in the past year and what we are we are planning for this year of 2009 and beyond.  He elaborated on how eLearning is a critical element in workforce training and K-12 education the foundation of our economic revival.