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The top 10 strategic risks for business
webmaster@ey.com (Ernst & Young) Wed, 06 Aug 2008 14:06:25 -0400
What strategic challenges are likely to affect your company in 2008 and beyond? Ten of the most critical risks, including regulatory and compliance, financial shocks, and aging consumers and workforce, are analysed in "Strategic business risk: 2008 — the top 10 risks for business".
Gaining competitive advantage: the procurement opportunity
webmaster@ey.com (Ernst & Young) Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:59:54 -0400
The biggest impact on the procurement functions in organizations over the next two years will come from pricing pressures and attracting the right talent, according to a survey of 257 senior executives around the world. The survey, "Gaining competitive advantage:the procurement opportunity" also highlights that organizations are most concerned about the procurement function’s ability to manage change effectively in the current economic environment.
Ernst & Young US IPO Pipeline report shows increased new registrants despite turbulent market
webmaster@ey.com (Ernst & Young) Tue, 05 Aug 2008 13:47:15 -0400
Companies withdrawing from IPO Pipeline outnumber those that went public in Q2 2008 New York, August 5, 2008 — While the IPO pipeline shows an increase in companies filing to go public, only 80 companies remained in the IPO pipeline by the end of the second quarter (30 June, 2008), according to the quarterly Ernst & Young US IPO Pipeline Report. Registrations are down from 90 companies at the end of the first quarter (31 March, 2008). Despite the smaller pipeline, Q2 2008 saw 30 new registrants filing to go public, compared to 23 in Q1 2008 and 24 in Q4 2007.
US cleantech investment climbs 41% in 2nd quarter of 2008 to nearly US$1 billion, the highest quarter on record
webmaster@ey.com (Ernst & Young) Mon, 04 Aug 2008 14:26:37 -0400
Solar companies have top three VC-backed deals overall; energy efficiency remains strong San Francisco, 4 August 2008 — Venture capital investments in US cleantech companies grew by 41% to US$961.7 million in Q2 2008, up from US$683.5 million in Q1 2008, according to an Ernst & Young report based on data from Dow Jones VentureOne. This is the highest total cleantech investment on record, and comes amidst a quarter in which overall venture capital investment was down by nearly 8%. Year-on-year cleantech investment follows this upward trend, increasing 83% from Q2 2007.
Ready, set, go! Insurers gear up for Solvency II
webmaster@ey.com (Ernst & Young) Fri, 01 Aug 2008 11:15:57 -0400
Insurers have no time to waste in preparing for the new Solvency II regulations. The Quantitative Impact Studies (QIS) program gives insurers a chance to do a trial run of the new regulations to see the impact on their business. Participation is voluntary but beneficial to insurers. We discuss the key implementation considerations for Solvency II and explain how the QIS program works.
Risk management in emerging markets: insights and findings from the automotive sector
webmaster@ey.com (Ernst & Young) Fri, 01 Aug 2008 11:03:03 -0400
This global study explores how automotive organizations from both developed and emerging markets manage risk as they invest and operate in new emerging regions. Gain insights from senior automotive executives and examine which risk management techniques companies deem most effective and why.

CFDA: FDA Latest Warning Letters

WL Issued to P-Ryton Corporation
FDA Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0400
FDA Warning Letter Issued to P-Ryton Corporation on 18 Dec 2007 by New York District Office
WL Issued to U.S. Apothecary Labs
FDA Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0400
FDA Warning Letter Issued to U.S. Apothecary Labs on 18 Dec 2007 by Los Angeles District Office
WL Issued to Wild Edibles, Inc.
FDA Tue, 04 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0400
FDA Warning Letter Issued to Wild Edibles, Inc. on 04 Dec 2007 by New York District Office

 

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AIP - Locate a Parliamentarian - A listing of Certified Parliamentarians and Certified Professional Parliamentarians who have information pages on the website of the American Institute of Parliamentarians.
Meta Description: [ The American Institute of Parliamentarians is a membership organization of individuals interested in the use and promotion of parliamentary procedure within organizations. ]

American Institute Of Parliamentarians (AIP) - A source for Certified Parliamentarians and Certified Professional Parliamentarians.
Meta Description: [ The American Institute of Parliamentarians is a membership organization of individuals interested in the use and promotion of parliamentary procedure within organizations. ]

Anderson, Helen L., PRP - Helen L. Anderson, Professional Registered Parliamentarian since 1971.

Bill Stemmons - A Professional Registered Parliamentarian who is a consultant on meetings, conventions, bylaws, voting and elections, presiding, Robert's Rules and other rules of procedure for boards, associations, attorneys, public officials, association officers, and workshops. Simple questions answered without charge.
Meta Description: [ parliamentary procedure consulting by parliamentarian bill stemmons - consultant on bylaws and presiding ]

C. Alan Jennings - This Professional Registered Parliamentarian offers assistance for conventions and drafting and revising bylaws. He also serves as a presider for meetings, is a trainer for groups, officers and boards, and provides expert testimony at legal proceedings.
Meta Description: [ Information on Parliamentary Procedure - Web Site of C. Alan Jennings, Professional Registered Parliamentarian ]

Chris Dickey, Professional Registered Parliamentarian - Chris Dickey, Professional Registered Parliamentarian, is a parliamentary procedure consultant. Chris helps organizations conduct efficient and effective meetings.
Meta Description: [ Chris Dickey, Professional Registered Parliamentarian, is a parliamentary procedure consultant based in St Louis. She is an expert on Roberts Rules of Order. ]

Colette Collier Trohan, CPP-T, PRP - Want to stop worrying about your next meeting? Contact Colette Collier Trohan, a Certified Professional Parliamentarian-Teacher and Professional Registered Parliamentarian.

Dorothy K. Graham - A Professional Registered Parliamentarian who serves as a convention parliamentarian, writes and revises bylaws, serves as an instructor, and is a professional presiding officer. Her site also lists the requirements to become a Professional Registered Parliamentarian.
Meta Description: [ Dorothy K. Graham is an independent Professional Registered Parliamentarian ready to serve you. ]

Dr. John A. Cagle - A Professional Registered Parliamentarian that provides instruction on parliamentary procedure topics, an opportunity to ask questions, and a link to Questions and Answers that have been received and answered.

Dwayne Roberts - A Professional Registered Parliamentarian answers your questions related to parliamentary procedure. Other parliamentary procedure sites are also listed.
Meta Description: [ A resource for Robert's Rules of Order/Parliamentary Procedure ]

Eli Mina ( MSc) - A Professional Registered Parliamentarian who is a public speaker, seminar leader, consensus builder (Peace Maker), and serves as an impartial meeting chairman.

Gene Bierbaum (Ph.D.) - Dr. Bierbaum (Professional Registered Parliamentarian and Certified Professional Parliamentarian) is an experienced convention parliamentarian. He teaches workshops on meeting procedures, and provides assistance with bylaws, elections, and scripts for running meetings.

Harold E. Corbin - This Registered Parliamentarian will provide assistance in making your meetings more productive.

Houston Parliamentary Services - Providing professional parliamentary services in the Houston, Texas area and beyond
Meta Description: [ Providing Professional Parliamentary Services in the Houston, Texas area and beyond ]

Hudgins Parliamentary Services - Dick Hudgins is an experienced student of parliamentary procedure. His services include advising officers and members of organizations regarding by-law writing and revisions, agenda preparation and procedure in the handling of motions, as well as teaching civic groups and organizations.

James H. Stewart - This Professional Registered Parliamentarian offers a range of parliamentary services, management consulting, seminars and lectures. A bio and page of references is provided, along with parliamentary tips.
Meta Description: [ Parliamentary procedure consultant, Certified Professional Parliamentarian and Professional Registered Parliamentarian James Stewart, Jim Stewart, Jimmy Stewart. A Professional Trainer, Speaker and Team Builder, Nationally Recognized for Training and Motiva... ]

Jim Slaughter - Attorney Jim Slaughter, Certified Professional Parliamentarian-Teacher and Professional Registered Parliamentarian, has served as a parliamentarian and teacher for some of the largest trade unions and associations throughout the United States.
Meta Description: [ Parliamentary procedure web site of Parliamentarian Jim Slaughter, Certified Professional Parliamentarian and Professional Registered Parliamentarian. ]

Nancy Sylvester (MA) - A Professional Registered Parliamentarian and Certified Registered Parliamentarian-Teacher who provides advice and consultation on meeting facilitation and procedures.
Meta Description: [ Nancy Sylvester, Parliamentarian and Parliamentary Procedure Consultant providing assistance with meeting facilitation, board training, and parliamentary law interpretation. Author of the book the Complete Idiot's Guide to Robert's Rules of Order. ]

National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP) - A source of Registered Parliamentarians and Professional Registered Parliamentarians.
Meta Description: [ Better meetings through better education: NAP provides information, resources, and services to help organizations and individuals conduct business fairly and efficiently. ]

Parliamentary Associates - Recommends Parliamentarians who can write opinions, interpret bylaws, preside at meetings, serve as a convention parliamentarian, and advise on meeting preparation.
Meta Description: [ Parliamentary Associates, a team of experts, advise officers, boards, committees and members. A professional parliamentarian can assist you in accomplishing more at meetings in less time. ]

ParliPro Professional Registered Parliamentarian Consulting - A professional parliamentarian can help with more effective and efficient meetings by assisting the chairman and members with Robert's Rules of Order and parliamentary procedure.
Meta Description: [ A professional parliamentarian can help with more effective and efficient meetings by assisting the chairman and members with Robert's Rules of Order and parliamentary procedure. ]

Paul McClintock - Professional Registered Parliamentarian in Seattle area; help with bylaws, presiding, meeting scripts, with tips and samples.
Meta Description: [ Paul McClintock PRP, Professional Registered Parliamentarian, trainer and consultant in meetings, conventions, Robert's Rules of Order, RONR, The Standard Code of Parliamentary Procedure. ]

Ronald J. Baser (MEd) - A member of NAP and AIP who offers seminars and workshops in meeting management. Former marketing and sales director with managerial experience in business and civic organizations.

S. Clayton Callaway, Jr. M.D. - A Professional Registered Parliamentarian who provides educational programs and classes. He also serves as a consultant for individuals, boards, and organizations in matters of protocal and procedure.
Meta Description: [ Parliamentary Procedure classes, meetings, or consultations by NC based S. Clayton Callaway, Jr. M.D - Professional Registered Parliamentarian ]

Schilansky and Binnall Parliamentarians - Certified Professional Parliamentarians-Teachers and Professional Registered Parliamentarians, Mark Schilansky and Jesse Binnall provide a full range of parliamentary services to organizations all over North America.

Steven T. Anderson, PRP - Parliamentary procedures consultant for individuals, groups and organizations.