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After Action Report for "GAZeL Networking Presents: SKYSONG, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center" on Mar 12 2009 - 12:00pm
Posted March 17th, 2009 by maggieMinutes for: GAZeL Networking Presents: SKYSONG, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center from Mar 12 2009 - 12:00pm to Mar 12 2009 - 1:30pm
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SUMMARY OF THE MARCH 12, 2009 GAZeL
Networking event at SKYSONG
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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.
GAZeL Networking Presents: Mobile Learning
Posted March 16th, 2009 by maggie  |
MOBILE LEARNING Register today for GAZEL’s statewide eLearning Educational and Networking Event! May 7, 2009 11:45 am. - Registration & Lunch Location SKYSONG, ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center |
Program
Mobile Learning will feature presentations on strategies and technologies for mobile learning.
GAZeL Networking Presents: SKYSONG, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center
Posted January 26th, 2009 by alisaThe "Minutes" or After Action report appears below as an attachment!
To register contact Bobbie Kraver bkraver [at] qwest [dot] net or 602-944-2324
To pay via PayPal Click Here
HTML clipboard Program Lunch and presentations by: Paul Skiera Ph.D. Business Development Manager of Sebit will speak about the connection between ASU and the businesses located at SKYSONG. David Alexander Ph.D. Director of Virtual Training Center will speak about VTC and how it is connected to entrepreneurial training. We will tour the 2nd floor of SKYSONG after the speakers Audio and Web Conferencing Instructions
http://www.gazel.org/node/611
ARIZONA INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Posted January 15th, 2009 by maggie Arizona Republic Article on Neptune Orient Lines
2009 CEO Breakfast - Summary and Photos
SUMMARY OF THE 4TH 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.
Congratulations to New GAZeL Board Member - Tim Dosenmagen
Collins College Named School of the Year by the Arizona Private School Association
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www.collinscollege.edu/ - The Arizona Private School Association (APSA) awarded Collins College four Best Practice Awards, including School of the Year at its annual conference. Collins College also received awards for Best Teacher, Best Student Financial Services and Best Admissions Practices. This was the second time Collins was awarded School of the Year. The last time was in
2005. Collins swept this year's ceremony receiving the most awards presented.
"Receiving the School of the Year award is very prestigious and coveted by all of our member schools," said Fred Lockhart, executive director of the Arizona Private School Association.
"We are delighted with the school's achievements and recognition. Our faculty and our staff are extremely dedicated to providing our students with the best possible education and college experience. Collins is honored to receive these awards and congratulates all of our students and employees for their outstanding efforts," said Tim Dosemagen, Ed.D. provost of Collins College.
More information at: http://www.pr-inside.com/collins-college-named-school-of-the-r625615.htm
GAZeL-A-Ganza Gala & Golf At The We-Ko-Pa Resort
Posted March 27th, 2008 by admin
Bringing Laptops to Children in Arizona
May 1st, Gala, Radisson Fort McDowell Resort
May 2nd, Golf, We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
Sponsor Opportunities Available
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The Greater Arizona eLearning Association - with it's affiliation with the Global Literacy Foundation, a 501(c)(3), non-profit, charitable organization - is very proud to kick-off this year’s initiative to bring OLPC XO laptops to the schools in the greater Arizona marketplace. Our minimum purchase of these OLPC XO laptop computers has to be 100 laptops at $299 each, and we are going to do this with the proceeds from this event.
PURCHASE 100 LAPTOPS!
Please see gazel.us/golf for details.
San Carlos Apache Reservation
The "Apache" Nde (The People) are a culturally rich society with heritage tied to Mother Earth which is evident to this day, their existence is steeped with thousands of years of clanship lineage and knowledge passed down for centuries, we welcome you to meet the peoples of this community to discover their stories, artifacts and knowledge.
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This is a video showing a recent visit with Head Start kids. Enjoy!
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The strength of our project is based on a partnership and synergy between passionate professionals with excellent complementary educational skills and experience. Our experienced, passionate team of professional educators knows that together we can provide much more quality and quantity to clients than if we were to work individually. The strength of our combined consultancies is that we can offer expert assistance from the conception of a cost-effective business idea through to its realization with improved academic outcomes, and then have ongoing input to assure continued growth and academic success. We want to work together quickly and efficiently. The end result is improved academic success for Apache students, a scalable economic future for Apache schools and students and measurable diagnostics to monitor success continually.
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Able Information Technologies, Inc.
THE COMPANY
IT from A to Z
Able Information Technologies is an industry leader in providing complete IT solutions, products, and services including Computer Networks, Voice Over IP, Cabling, Security, Wireless Connectivity, and Priority response. Able delivers these solutions with exceptional customer service, commitment to integrity, and complete client satisfaction.
Our highly regarded engineers will design cutting-edge and advanced IT solutions that meet your goals, and fit your budget. Your installation will be performed by Able’s licensed and certified technicians who have won recognition throughout the Southwest for their quality work.
Contact:
Duke Merhavy
Director of Marketing
Able Information Technologies, Inc.
2915 W. Fairview St., Chandler, AZ 85224
Phone: 480-477-477-0171 Fax: 480-477-0071 Toll Free: 888-918-2637
CEO Breakfast: GAZeL Networking Event
Posted January 2nd, 2008 by maggie
WHAT:
GAZEL's CEO Breakfast - 17 January 2008 at 7:30 - 9:15
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WHERE:
The Chaparral Suites Resort -- 5001 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ
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WHO:
CEO’s of eLearning Companies or their delegates .
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WHAT:
GAZeL will present an update of activities and there will be a Keynote Speaker. See a display of the lastest in small laptop computers, including the Asus' eeePC and the One Laptop Per Child laptop.
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Community Foundation for Southern Arizona
The mission of the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona is to work with charitably minded individuals and organizations to strengthen southern Arizona communities, now and for generations to come.
As a public charity, we accomplish our mission by:
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building permanent charitable funds
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connecting donors to organizations and programs they care about
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making effective grants
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providing leadership on community issues
More information? Click this link: http://www.cfsoaz.org/
Economic Information & Research
The Office of Economic Information and Research serves as the State's clearinghouse for economic information and manages strategic research related to Arizona's economy. The Office also provides information and analyses of trends, opportunities, best practices, market issues and department/program impacts.
Some of the reports are:
Governor’s Arizona Innovation Awards
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Through her National Governors Association (NGA) initiative Innovation America Governor Napolitano has engaged her fellow Governors, business leaders, educators, and others to create and implement policies to make the states more competitive in the global marketplace. In an effort to recognize businesses, school initiatives, individuals, and government entities that are making strides to promote Arizona in the global economy, the Governor has established the “Arizona Innovation Awards.” These will be presented statewide to those who are creating new products that improve the quality of life for our citizens and entities that are incorporating math, science, and technology into the course of everyday business. 
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