MBN Texas http://www.mbntexas.biz Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:49:27 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en July 12-17 NAACP: Power, Justice, Freedom, Vote! 99th Annual Convenion Sponsors: AARP, AT&T, BofA, BMW, Burger King, Chevron, Coca-Cola, Cox, Denny's, Duke Energy, ExxonMobil, Ford,GM,Pepsico,Toyota,UPS, Wal-Mart Cincinnati, OH http://www.mbntexas.biz/2008/06/19/july-12-17-naacp-power-justice-freedom-vote-99th-annual-convenion/ July 7 Tuck Executive Education Building a High-Performing Minority Business Registration info: paula.graves@dartmouth.edu http://www.mbntexas.biz/2008/06/19/july-7-tuck-executive-education-building-a-high-performing-minority-business/ June 26 Ernst & Young’s Celebration of Diversity Awards Proceeds benefit youth education programs at the Dallas Arboretum. For information: Katie McGee: 214.969.9876. Email: katie.mcgee@ey.com Dallas Trade Mart Grand Pavilion (Located next to the World Trade Center on Stemmons Fwy) http://www.mbntexas.biz/2008/06/19/june-26-ernst-youngs-celebration-of-diversity-awards/ June 25 Procurement Series “Doing Business With The “T” Hosted by FWHCC- 81.625.5411 6-7PM http://www.mbntexas.biz/2008/06/19/june-25-procurement-series-doing-business-with-the-t/ Tuck B-School and IBM (Part 2): Getting To The Next Level In The Global Market VIDEO - Special thanks to Dr. Leonard Greenhalgh (Tuck School of Business) and Michael Robinson (IBM). In Part 2, they discuss the importance of knowing your company and knowing where your company fits into the global supply chain. Click here to see the video... http://www.mbntexas.biz/2008/06/12/tuck-b-school-and-ibm-part-2-getting-to-the-next-level-in-the-global-market/ Video Has Taken Over The Web! Recently, comScore Video Metrix reported that there were a record-breaking 10 billion videos viewed online by US internet user in December of 2007. Broadband penetration is almost saturated and ad-serving technologies are more sophisticated now, leading to more video and/or interactive campaigns for advertisers.  More than 25% of consumers said they ... http://www.mbntexas.biz/2008/06/04/video-has-taken-over-the-web/ Cortez assumes new leadership at TAMACC AUSTIN — The Texas Association of Mexican-American Chambers of Commerce recently named Frank Cortez as its new president and CEO. Cortez brings to the position more than 25 years of experience in leadership training, organization development, procurement opportunities and strategies,chamber management, corporate fundraising and event planning.“We have selected an experienced ... http://www.mbntexas.biz/2008/06/02/cortez-assumes-new-leadership-at-tamacc/ Dell’s Martin Garvin keys in on diversity As the world’s top direct-sale computer company, Dell Inc. requires high standards, creativity and flexibility ofits entire supply chain. Martin Garvin, the company’s senior vice president and chief procurement officer, recently discussed how collaboration with diverse vendors helps Dell serve its customers. http://www.mbntexas.biz/2008/06/02/dell%e2%80%99s-martin-garvin-keys-in-on-diversity/ Tuck B-School and IBM (Part 1): When the Minority Becomes Majority Special thanks to Dr. Leonard Greenhalgh (Tuck School of Business) and Michael Robinson (IBM). In Part 1, they discuss economic implications derived from when the minority becomes the majority. Click here to watch the video... http://www.mbntexas.biz/2008/05/28/tuck-b-school-and-ibm-part-1-when-the-minority-becomes-majority/ Name This Blog! Our "President's Corner" blog needs a new name and we'd like your help. We need your help in naming this blog section. "President's Corner" is a little stuffy so we want to know what you think. Please submit your suggestions. For your time, we will add you to our Partnership ... http://www.mbntexas.biz/2008/05/28/name-this-blog/