Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce presents 2008 "Salute to Business" awards dinner Each year, the Chamber recognizes top individuals in our community. This year's gala is coming up on Thursday November 6, 2008. For further information, contact Connie Edery at 954-462-6000, ext. 8760 or connie@ftlchamber.com.
Broward Alliance's Creative Industries & Film Commission Committee In October, the Broward Alliancerecognized Mark Budwig and Mike Greene for chairing their Creative Industries & Film Commission Committee for the past year. The Committee cultivates understanding and builds community awareness for creative economy strategies as a force for economic development.
(left to right) Sula Miller, Mark Budwig, Mike Greene and Elizabeth Wentworth (left to right) Diane Sobo, Mary Becht and Elizabeth Wentworth Carolyn Stewart and Mark Budwig Devin Avery and Mark Budwig The Creative Industries and Film Commission Committee (All photos by Art Pollack, Art Pollack Photography)
Broward House Shines I am proud to be a part of the board of Broward House, an outstanding organization providing a full array of services to those living with and at risk for HIV and other health issues. On Friday, I had the heartwarming opportunity to see 27 individual adults graduate from their substance abuse treatment program. Each graduate had tears in their eyes and were so thankful to the Broward House staff for giving them a chance to live. It is through fund-raising efforts that programs like this are possible.
This past week, Macy's Fort Lauderdale Galleria store hosted a fashion show to raise funds exclusively for Broward House. For further information, either contact us directly or visit Broward House on-line.
Connecting people to help them reach their goals is what it’s all about.
Reaching out and giving to others is what makes the world go round.
Supporting local charities and giving back to the community is what makes a difference in life.
Enjoy life. Live in harmony with others. We’re all in this together so let’s make it work.
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Best selling author / marketing guru Tom Peters says it best.
1. Take risks. Don’t play it safe. 2. Make mistakes. Don’t try to avoid them. 3. Take initiative. Don’t wait for instructions. 4. Spend energy on solutions, not on emotions. 5. Shoot for total quality. Don’t shave standards. 6. Break things. Welcome destruction. It’s the first step in the creative process. 7. Focus on opportunities, not problems. 8. Experiment. 9. Take personal responsibility for fixing things. Don’t blame others for what you don’t like. 10. Try easier, not harder. 11. Stay calm! 12. Smile! 13. Have fun!