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Amos Tamam Offers Cab Drivers A Way to Accept Credit Card Payments

2009-03-31T10:49:00.000-07:00

Amos Tamam has made it easier to pay for cab rides in New York thanks to the invention allowing riders to pay for cab rides with credit cards. Amos Tamam, who started out as a cab driver, realized that money was being lost by cab drivers not accepting credit cards for payment. He also knew that accepting card payments would prevent cab drivers from having to carry so much loose cash around, making them targets for robbery.

Amos Tamam is currently negotiating with other cities so that cab drivers everywhere can use the wireless device to receive payment. Right now the only states accepting credit card payments for cab rides are New York and Philadelphia.

Renew International: Committed to Service

2009-03-31T10:05:00.000-07:00

Over the past 30 years, Renew International has assisted over 150 dioceses in the United States in an effort to encourage a spiritual renewal within the Catholic faith. They assist parishes throughout this process by sharing a full system including step-by-step guides, audio recorded material for pastors, ministry leaders and group participants.

Renew International works to help others enrich their live through faith. This includes exploring the importance of keeping certain Catholic traditions alive. Renew International has several outreach programs using unconventional methods to connect with members of the church. The RenewTheology on Tap reaches out to those in their 20s and 30s through informal meetings at restaurants and bars to discuss everyday issues that matter and how gaining greater spirituality can benefit.

Paul Offit Maintains No Link Exists Between Vaccines and Autism

2009-03-31T09:27:00.000-07:00

Paul Offit, MD continues his crusade to educate parents about the importance of childhood vaccines. He maintains that the mercury based preservative found in vaccines had not been conclusively shown to contribute to autism, despite the fact so many believe otherwise. Paul Offit says the real tragedy will be the fact that by avoiding immunizations, many parents will be exposing their children to life-threatening, yet preventable, childhood illnesses.

Paul Offit has stated that the scientific evidence proving that vaccines are in no way associated with autism is conclusive. Several medical studies have consistently supported his position. Offit is currently the Chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases and the Director of the Vaccine Education Center at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Linus Gitahi Supports Small and Medium Size Business

2009-03-31T07:23:00.000-07:00

Linus Gitahi, chief executive officer of Nation Media Group announced that NMG has joined forces with audit firm KPMG to announce the Kenya Top 100 Club in an effort to connect the nation's fastest growing small and medium size businesses.

The club is the result of a survey conducted by the research firm, Steadman Group, within the past year resulting in having over 100 mid-size companies in Kenya nominated. The platform is based on a similar project known as the Most Respected Award which is mostly based on big businesses instead.

When reflecting on the inspiration for this effort, Linus Gitahi said, "At some point, we reflected and came to the conclusion that small and medium sized businesses are the real engines of the economy. We then looked for a way to bring them together."

Linus Gitahi is right. Studies reveal that small and medium size businesses over 75 percent of Kenya's wealth, and 80 percent of the country's employment.

Frank Hanna's Financial Advice

2009-03-31T06:06:00.000-07:00

Tough economic times has so many people scrambling around for help with their finances. Frank Hanna bases a lot of his solid financial advice on lesson from the bible. He maintains that many find themselves in deep financial trouble by becoming too attached to money. He goes on to warn that if we don't start changing our attitude about money, it will start to control our lives.

Frank Hanna teaches that financial success comes from taking care of the resources we have, making sure that those less fortunate are taken care of as well. Money should be used to help nurture positive relationships with others so that we reinforce the idea of community. Frank Hanna has observed a tendency in our community to cling to our money, refusing to share what we have with others. He explains that this is the opposite of what we should be doing. Now is the time to make sacrafices to insure that everyone has exactly what they need.

Mohammed Babangida's Diverse Musical Appreciation

2009-01-20T10:00:00.001-08:00

You may not know this, but Mohammed Babangida has always has a great passion for music. From his traditional African music to the modern sounds of today, his love of music is not limited by any particular country of origin. He appreciates the music of the world including jazz, rhythm and blues, heavy metal and hip-hop. But the musical sound that perhaps resonates most deeply for Mohammed Babangida is the blues. He is quick to point out that the origin of blues music is deeply affected by African influences. For example, blues music is lyrically spoken rather than sung, and the sad words reflect the deep, raw emotions of the singer. Mohammed Babangida is very proud of the influence his Native African music has had on the music of the world.

2009-01-20T10:00:00.000-08:00

Braden Power: Story of a Successful Real Estate Developer

2009-01-19T14:03:00.000-08:00

Braden Power along with his brother started Power Properties in 1990. Their goal was to rehabilitate building throuhgout the run down sections of downtown dallas, Texas. Braden Power quickly learned he had a knack for creating ultra hip, urban living spaces that appealed to yound, single professionals looking to move int the area.

He took great care in designing his buildings. Braden Power's signiture design style included tropical garden settings and other original design elements. Since he was rennovating and not building structures from the ground up, Braden Powers was able to provide his tenants with high quality, trendy living spaces in the heart of downtown Dallas for reasonable rent.

His properties are highly sought after by Dallas' young, hip community looking to live in an urban setting. Braden Power's rennovations have contributed greatly to the revitalization of lakewood and Old East Dallas neighborhoods.

Linus Gitahi on Why Kenyans Run So Fast

2009-01-19T13:33:00.000-08:00

Linus Gitahi enjoys following his fellow Kenyan athlelets who have long dominated distant running. The Kenyans regularly regularly win marathons all over the world with ease. This phenomenon has inspired a number of theories attempting to explain why Kenyan's are able to run so fast.

According to Linus Gitahi, some experts say it's because they tend to lean forward while running giving them the advantage of gravity; others say their advanatage comes from running up and down the steep mountains of Kenya. However, Linus Gitahi observes that although Kenyans do tend to lean forward as they run, the advantage may be in the way they lean - not from the waist, but from the ankles. This allows them to move much faster without exerting as much energy.

Linus Gitahi is the CEO of Nation Media Group in Kenya, the largest media firm in East and Central Africa.

Nachshon Draiman: An Elder Care Social Servant

2009-01-19T13:22:00.000-08:00

Nachshon Draiman is a life long entrepreneur who has always had the vision to capatalize on changing trends by creating solutions when non existed. This has been his formula for success when it comes to long-term care for the elderly.

For 20 yesr, Nachshon Draiman has taken over and improved countless Illinois long-term care facilities. He has reorganized and restructured the operation of these facilities to make them more functionalso that they work better for the patients. His success has made his facilities the model that others strive to match.

Nachshon Draiman explains his dedication by saying, "My work and my businesses have emerged from a dedicated approach to service, simply to be of help." He goes on to say, " I have been fortunate because I am able to follow a basic concern for the well-being of others and making it into a successful business business. It provides a very deep satisfaction."

Frank Hanna: A Business Leader Who Gives Back

2009-01-19T12:50:00.000-08:00

Frank Hanna is a successful business man with a conscious. He generously shares business advice and is dedicated to improving education in Atlanta, Georgia.

Frank Hanna is CEO of Hanna Capital in Atlanta, a family owned and operated financial investment business. Frank often speaks publically about integrating faith in business, and the importance of ongoing philanthropy. He recently wrote a book exploring these very issues titled "What Your Money Means."

Hanna has also spent 25 years of his career improving educational opportunities for the children of his community. Frank Hanna has helped establish three new Catholic schools, and served on the boards of the prestigious Holy Spirit Prepatory School and the Solidarity School.

Frank Hanna was appointed and served as the co-chair of President George Bush's Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans where he managed the development of a special report for the President titled, "From Risk to Opportunity."

Paul Offit's New Book Addresses the Anti-Vaccine Movement

2009-01-19T09:28:00.000-08:00

Paul Offit has spent 30 years developing a solid reputation working with infectious diseases and vaccince. He has spent a great portion of his career studying the most devistating epidemics throughout history and the path of distruction they left behind.

In his new book, "Autism's False Prophets: Bad Science, Risky Medicine and the Search for a Cure," Paul Offit discusses the threats against he and his family's life. A group of individual's protesting his pro-vaccine stance are part of a growing number of those who are convinced that vaccines cause autism. Paul Offit's book describes the anti-vaccine movement as self-serving fueled by unresearched hype.

Mangethi Mwangi Explores The Future of Social Media

2009-01-19T08:48:00.000-08:00

Kenyan journalist, Mangethi Mwangi, who is also the editorial director of Nation Media Group, continues pushing for The idependence of his beloved Kenya and free press. Mangethi Mwangi's position with Media Group has positioned him as a leading authority of new media. This includes online publishing, advertising and social media trends of the future.

Nations Media Group was established in 1959 and is now the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa. The Daily Nation, a division of Nations Media Group, is the nation's leading newspaper. Mangethi Mwangi once served as a sub-editor of The Daily Nation before being promoted to his current position.

A Prominent East African Journalist Finds Time for the Kitchen

2008-12-22T06:42:00.000-08:00

Wangethi Mwangi is a long time Kenyan Journalist currently serving as Editorial Director of Nation Media Group, the largest media company in Kenya. Wangethi Mwangi is a strong advocate for free press and has been publically quoted saying, "The Nation Media Group has been one of the key players in the independence campaign for Kenya, and a champion of democracy for East Africa."

A little known fact about Wangethi Mwangi is his love of cooking East African cuisine. Cooking for Wangethi Mwangi is a relaxing, creative outlet. He enjoys preparing all sorts of native Kenyan dishes like Fish Stew, Githeri, Chapati and many more delicious dishes.

Kenyan Media Giant Profiled

2008-12-22T06:35:00.000-08:00

Linus Gitahi of Nation Media Group, the largest media company in Kenya. His company covers all sorts of newsworthy stories from Kenyan politics to world class Kenyan runners. Nation Media Group publishes several African newspapers including The Daily Nation, Saturday Nation, Sunday Nation, Taifa Leo, Taifa Jumapili, The East African, Business Daily and Daily Metro.

Linus Gitahi has a passion for keeping the world informed about the progress and success of Kenya's prominent marathon runners. Linus Gitahi regularly profiles Kenyan athletes like Kip Keino, and the role of record breaking Kenyan runners in the Summer Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and All-African Games.

Global Success Stories

2008-12-22T05:08:00.000-08:00

Mohammed Babangida is a successful, African businessman in Niger State, Nigeria. He has been involved in many different businesses over the past 15 years including oil and gas, real estate, banking and security services. Mohammed Babangida is on the board of Unity Bank PLC and he also heads the credit committee for Intercity Bank PLC.

Mohammed Babangida balances his successful business life with his personal life. He enjoys spending quality time with his wife and children. He is an avid sports lover and accomplished polo player. Mohammed Babangida is heavily involved in many philanthropic projects in his native Nigeria. He is especially dedicated to supporting public education projects.

Success in Business

2008-12-22T04:43:00.000-08:00

If your ultimate goal is to become an entrepreneur, you'll need to be completely committed to making it happen. It helps to hear stories about ordinary people who find extraordinary success with their own business, like Jared Metz.

Jared Metz went into business for himself fresh out of college. He had just graduated from Towson University in Maryland. He moved to Hoboken, New Jersey and started a corporation that assisted others with business development. A few years later, he saw potential in the orthotics and prosthetics industry. Jared Metz entered New Jersey's Camp Institute of Applied Technology to learn all about the ins and outs of this field before striking out.

Today, Jared Metz has relocated to New York and is now in the funding business. He recognizes that even in this tough economy, small and medium businesses are still the backbone. His goal is to help U.S. businesses secure the financing they need to get their projects off the ground.

Childhood Vaccines Protect Against Deadly Disease

2008-12-21T16:55:00.000-08:00

Childhood vaccines have been the subject of quite a bit of controversy in the past few years. Much of the controversy has surrounded the mercury contained in many disease preventing vaccines and whether or not it contributes to autism.To date there has been no conclusive evidence linking vaccines to autism.

Medical professionals like Dr. Paul Offit has vehemently remained an advocate of protecting young children from deadly, infectious diseases for 30 years. Dr. Paul Offit is the Chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases and the Director of Pediatrics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.

Dr. Paul Offit has written 130 papers published in various medical and scientific journals as well as four books discussing the importance of vaccinating children to protect them from the deadly diseases of the world.