George Santos’ Harbor City Sales Pitch Revealed by Clients
In 1903, a ship full of dreamers docked in Boston. Among their number was a refugee from Lugo in northern Italy. He was cleaned out by cards sharp during the voyage, so he got here with $2.50 in his pocket. Much later, he told a newspaper, “I landed in this country with $2.50 in cash and $1 million in hopes, and those hopes never left me.” That man’s name was Charles Ponzi.
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The ‘robbing Peter to pay Paul’ swindle that now bears his name is one of the first lessons in the syllabus for Grifter 101. And…
New 2023-2026 Strategic Plan Embraces Transformation
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May 23, 2023
Victoria City Council has adopted a new strategic plan to guide investment and focus the City’s work over the next four years – to improve the quality of life for residents, support economic health and vibrancy, and position the City as an innovative leader in climate action.
“The Strategic Plan’s eight priorities envelop the big ideas the City Council wants to realize by 2026,” said Mayor Marianne Alto. “In partnership with City staff and our residents, with the support of other governments and allies, we will work to imagine and realize…
2019-2022 Strategic Plan
To put it simply, a strategic plan is a roadmap with a predetermined destination. It guides operations and daily business while targeting an achievable end-goal.
In early 2019, Nanaimo’s Mayor and City Council underwent a planning process with an independent consultant to define their vision and values for their term on council. The 2019-2022 Strategic Plan is the result of that process, and outlines the Council’s long-term vision for Nanaimo.
“To be a community that is livable, environmentally sustainable and full of opportunity for all generations and walks of life.”
Stemming out of this vision statement, the document sets out…
High court quashes rules letting agency workers cover for UK strikers
Legal changes brought by the government to let agency staff fill in for striking workers have been quashed by the high court, with ministers’ approach to the policy being labeled “irrational”.
A number of unions, including Aslef, the RMT and Unite, joined in the legal challenge to “strike-breaking” regulations announced last summer by the government as it faced widespread industrial action across rail and other sectors.
In a verdict delivered on Thursday after a hearing in May, Mr Justice Linden ruled that the approach taken by ministers was “so unfair as to be unlawful and, indeed, irrational”.
Unions argued that…
Reflections on AI and the future of human development
Recent advances in artificial intelligence have sparked both wonder and anxiety as we contemplate its transformative potential. AI holds enormous promise to enrich our lives, but this anticipation comes intertwined with apprehensions about the challenges and risks that may arise. To nurture a future where AI is leveraged to the benefit of people and society, it is crucial to bring together a wide array of voices and perspectives.
With this goal in mind, I am honored to present the “AI Anthology,” a compilation of 20 inspiring essays authored by distinguished scholars and professionals from various disciplines. The anthology explores the…
Former Fort Erie Business Success and Loan Center donates a total of $1,275,000 to various groups
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Alvernia’s O’Pake Institute client OCOA wins business plan competition
From left: Dr. Rodney S. Ridley Sr., Cory Varona-Corniel, Nicol Varona-Cancelmo, and Michelle Conway, MBA.
Three finalists representing SPARK Business Incubator
Alvernia University’s O’Pake Institute SPARK Business Incubator client OCOA, a curly hair care company in Reading, Pa. owned by Cory Varona-Corniel and Nicol Varona-Cancelmo, won the $10,000 prize at the tecBRIDGE Business Plan Competition awards ceremony at the FM Kirby Center for Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. on Thursday, April 27.
“This win and having three finalists at the tecBRIDGE Business Plan Competition is a testament to Alvernia & O’Pake’s mission to drive economic development and entrepreneurship while facilitating…
Residents of Oakville, Milton, Burlington asked to help guide the region’s business plan
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By Jeffrey Allen
Published March 23, 2023 at 1:38 pm
The Halton Region is putting together a long-term business plan and wants to hear from stakeholders in Oakville, Burlington, Milton and Halton Hills.
The 2023-2026 Strategic Business Plan, which will be presented to the Regional Council for approval in July, will guide the Region’s work over the next four years.
“From clean drinking water to resilient infrastructure, public health programs, financial assistance and family supports, our services contribute to a high quality of life in the Halton community,” said Gary Carr, Halton Regional Chair.…
