Gallery 125 in Trenton, NJ Jason Kliwinski at GSS-SET
Winnie Fatton at GSS-SET Anastasia Harrison at GSS-SET
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Elizabeth Slate Rutledge at GSS-SET - Dr. Mitchell Joachim at GSS-SET
For information about BOOST, our partners, and programs, contact; (206) 202-2883, timrazzaq1@yahoo.com" target="_blank">timrazzaq1@yahoo.com">timrazzaq1@yahoo.com, and http://www.gss-set.blogspot.com/ and get ready for Part 2!!!
Thanks to everyone who made time in your schedules to be a part of BOOST's GSS-SET Launch this past Saturday, June 7 at Gallery 125, Classics Trenton Books Fair, Heritage Days, and Gilmore's Cafe'. Attached are a few of the photos of the activity. Some more will be shared and sent at a later date.
Thanks to everyone who made time in your schedules to be a part of BOOST's GSS-SET Launch this past Saturday, June 7 at Gallery 125, Classics Trenton Books Fair, Heritage Days, and Gilmore's Cafe'. Attached are a few of the photos of the activity. Some more will be shared and sent at a later date.
We extend an extra Special thanks to Dr. Mitchell Joachim of Terreform http://www.terreform.org/, Anastasia Harrison of WESKetch Architects http://www.wesketch.com/, Jason Kliwinski of Spiezle Group http://www.spiezle.com/, Fred Stine Delaware RiverKeeper Network http://www.delawareriverkeeper.org/, Elizabeth Slate-Rutledge of Syracuse NY's Alchemical Nursery Project http://www.alchemicalnursery.org/, the BOOST Board of Directors (Kevin W. Wortham, Prof's Alyvn Haywood (and wife, Anu) and Monique Simon, and Winnie Fatton of MLUC at TCNJ), Dan at the Gallery who went beyond call of duty, BOOST fiscal sponsor Doretha L. Riley for VEBS; Eric and Laurice at Classics who made it all possible and the Classics Trenton Book Fair, staff of Trenton Dowtown Association (shout out to "the Ambassador"); Eric Muhammad of Kooley Productions, all of you who attended, put up with the techno-glitches, and provide the energy of great questions and Big Ideas; Kevin Gilmore and staff at Gilmor's Cafe' (the G-Spot) for the Green Gift Certificates and great meals and live space; and everyone who wanted to attend but could not make it out with us that day. Because of you, BOOST is much honored to be a part of these magnificent efforts at creating leaders for sustainability in all of its positive aspects. We also thank any detractors, whose even distorted thoughts and opinions give "energy by way of attention" that we tranform into positive vibrational power for Green, Smart, and Sustainable Stakeholder Education and Training (GSS-SET 2008-09). Keep up the great work everyone!
GSS-SET Part 2 set for Saturday, July 5 in Ewing New Jersey Simply Natural Living located in Serenity Plaza located at 1505 Parkway Avenue: GSS-SET 2 - Sun Fest: A Day of Allowing for presentations by:
Jonathan Cloud on "Emerging Opportunities in Green Business": Jonathan Cloud is a lifelong environmentalist, community organizer, and entrepreneur. An early pioneer in passive-solar design and construction in Canada in the 1970s and 80s, as well as an environmental community activist, he received a UN Environment Award in 1985, in recognition of his work in renewable energy, conservation, and appropriate technology.
Mut Seshatms (pronounced Moot Sa-shat-miss) on "Rethinking Solar: Giving Power Back to the People". Mut Seshatmswas an electrical engineer for over 20 years in the public and private sector with a Masters in Electrical Engineering. In the 1990’s upon completing her graduate degree, she formed and ran a company called Universal Engineering whom consulted African embassies about solar power energy solutions. She later entered the educational field as a certified teacher in mathematics
Alvyn Haywood, Professor of Communication at Mercer County Community College on "The Art of Allowing: Indroducing Abraham" who was awarded with this year's Distinguished Teaching Award, having been selected by his colleagues at Mercer County Community College. In addition to chairing the college's governing body, the College Forum, Haywood is a popular voice on campus and also serves as the voice of Passage Theater on WIMG AM radio Prof. Haywood is also the community ambassador and public spokesperson for Building Open Opportunity Structures Together, also known as BOOST.
Leah Mayor, Ph.D. on "No Quick Fixes: Creating Sustainable Learning Communities". Leah is dedicated to promoting transformative learning by connecting adults and youth to communities around the globe. She spent 3.5 years living in Nepal, Tibet, and Mongolia designing and delivering community based tourism programs and conducting research for her doctorate at Cornell University. After lecturing in education, a brief stint in corporate consulting led her to the Cloud Institute for Sustainability Education.
For information about BOOST, our partners, and programs, contact; (206) 202-2883, timrazzaq1@yahoo.com" target="_blank">timrazzaq1@yahoo.com">timrazzaq1@yahoo.com, and http://www.gss-set.blogspot.com/
For information about BOOST, our partners, and programs, contact; (206) 202-2883, timrazzaq1@yahoo.com" target="_blank">timrazzaq1@yahoo.com">timrazzaq1@yahoo.com, and http://www.gss-set.blogspot.com/
October 20, 2008
For Immediate Release
Contact: Tim Razzaq
(206) 202-2883
info@weareboost.org">info@weareboost.org
http://www.weareboost.org
National Leader in Pure Design Steps in to Help Raise Awareness about Emerging Opportunities in the Growing Environmental Economy - Green Living Forum at Philadelphia Land Mark
(Trenton, NJ) – October 20, 2008 – Helping to build bridges of understanding for everyday people to take advantage of the new structure of opportunity in environmental economy, CMX Engineers and Consultants, one of the nation’s top architectural, engineering, construction, and pure-design firms is co-sponsoring a forum designed to raise public awareness about emergent green jobs, careers, business, housing, and educational opportunities. Rosemarie Certo, owner of the Dock Street Micro Brewery, is also helping the cause by opening the doors of the refurbished former firehouse this Sunday for We Are Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (We Are BOOST) and nearly a dozen participating industry leaders invite members of the public are invited and encouraged to participate in “Why Live Green: Eight Leaders, Eight Ways You Can Live Healthier Wealthier, and Wiser with the Earth” on Sunday, October 26th from 3PM - 6PM at the historic firehouse located at 701 S. 50th Street (50th & Baltimore Avenue) in the Cedar Park section of West Philadelphia, PA. Donation: $35 per person$30 group rate (5+) $15 children under 12. Call (206) 202-2883 email info@weareboost.org">info@weareboost.org visit www.phillygreen.wordpress.com
CMX Inc. Associate Stephen Finkelman, a LEED Accredited Professional, will share his expertise by offering practical steps home and property owners can improve the energy and environmental performance of dwellings and work spaces. “In spite of what is deemed a sluggish economy, We Are BOOST is sharing ways everyday people can prepare to be beneficiaries of the broad range of jobs, careers, housing, business, and educational opportunities being generated. CMX Inc. encourages everyone of good-will to support organizations, such as We Are BOOST, that serve a vital function in ensuring environmental, social, and economic equity is achieved for as many citizens as possible", says CMX National Director of Marketing, Brian Duke, referring to the rationale of his company’s commitment to community education and supporting this groundbreaking event.
The panel and community discussion will be moderated by special guest, Christopher Zelov of the Knossus Project and director of the eco-education film, City21, which explores the multiple initiatives that are indeed shaping the 21st Century City. There will be a Q&A session, Brewery tour, giveaways, and networking buffet (included) following the panel presentation. A cash bar will also be available.
Panelists and topics include:
· Susie Belier, CHHC, AADP, OTR/L
Spectrum Health Consulting
TOPIC: Change Your Food, Fuel Your Life
· Anastasia Harrison, LEED-AP, AIA, IAQA
Director of Business Development - WESKetch Architecture + Interiors, Inc.
TOPIC: “Why Live Green? Real Reasons, Rationales, and Practical Steps You CAN Take”
· Stephen F. Finkelman, P.E., LEED-AP
Associate - CMX Engineering
TOPIC: “LEED for Homes and Energy Conservation Strategies”
· Doug Cohen
Founder - Inspired Futures Global Campaign
TOPIC: “Leaders of the Next Generation: Youth and Sustainability”
· Marianne Malloy
Eastern Regional Network Program Coordinator - Environmental Leadership Program
TOPIC: “ELP: 21st Century Community-Building and Social Capital Creation”
· Anne Misak
Program Organizer - Clean Water Action – Philadelphia Regional Chapter
TOPIC: “Protecting Our Watersheds and Improving Recycling in Philadelphia”
· Sean Crane, AA, AS, RESNET, BPI, Green Advantage Commercial
Chief Technical Officer - Home Town Green
TOPIC: “Walk Softly and Save Wisely”
· Peter Abrams
Proprietor - Modern Metal Work & Trenton Atelier
TOPIC: “Waste-Stream Treasures: What You Throw Away Does Not Go Away!”
Additional panel speakers will be selected and announced.
Note: if you or someone you know is interested in speaking at this event, contact BOOST at (206) 202-2883 or email whylivegreen@weareboost.org">whylivegreen@weareboost.org.
Donation:
$35 per person
$30 group rate (5+)
$15 children under 12
For more information or to RSVP, visit http://www.weareboost.org or call (206) 202-2883.
You may also email whylivegreen@weareboost.org">whylivegreen@weareboost.org to register for this event.
Tickets will be available at the door if this event does not sell out.
Since 2007, Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (BOOST) has planned, promoted, and coordinated over 50 forums, initially in the Trenton-Mercer County region. As a result of the demand for green design and green building education in the Philadelphia region, BOOST is happy to offer a series of informational presentations on environmentally responsible design and sustainability in the city of Philadelphia. They have developed a speakers' bureau that includes academics, architects, business owners and entrepreneurs as well as professionals and practitioners. Within this bureau, speakers have expertise in areas ranging from green building and sustainable community design to personal and organizational leadership capacity building. For more information, visit our website: http://www.weareboost.org
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